Today we’re going to take a short break from our series in 1 John so we can remind ourselves of why the Lord Jesus gave His Church a special meal to enjoy together. A meal where the menu isn’t important; the seating arrangements don’t matter; and whether or not there will be dessert is basically irrelevant. A meal that’s not about the buffet. It’s all about the Communion.

John 13.13-17 You call me Teacher and Lord, and you are right, for so I am. If I then, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also ought to wash one another's feet. For I have given you an example, that you also should do just as I have done to you. Truly, truly, I say to you, a servant is not greater than his master, nor is a messenger greater than the one who sent him. If you know these things, blessed are you if you do them. 

• Communion Lunch: Today after the worship service.
• Official Board: Wednesday Dec. 4 at 6:00 PM

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Nov 17^th         Communion Lunch

Nov 18^th         Camp Mantowagan sign-up Deadline

Nov 18-25^th   Shoebox Collection Week

Nov 19^th         Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

Nov 20^th         Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

Nov 21^st         Ladies’ Book Club @ 6:30pm

Nov 21^st         Camp Mantowagan Dinner

Nov 24^th         Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Nov 24^th         Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Nov 24^th         Shoebox Drop Off Deadline

Nov 24^th         Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Dec 1^st            Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Dec 1^st                  Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Dec 1^st                  Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Dec 3^rd           Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

Dec 4^th            Official Board Meeting @ 6pm

Dec 4^th            Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

Dec 8^th           Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Dec 8^th           Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Dec 8^th           Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Dec 12^th         Ladies’ Breakfast at Kelly’s @9am

Dec 15^th         Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Dec 15^th         Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Dec 15^th         Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Dec 17^th         Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

Dec 18^th         Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

Dec 19^th         Ladies’ Book Club @ 6:30pm

Dec 22^nd        Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Dec 22^nd             Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Dec 22^nd             Straight Ahead @ 6pm

November Trustees:                 

Bill Klahre

Andy Barton

Jeff Eisaman

Prayer Requests:

Prayer requests are eventually rotated off to keep them current.  To update names, simply request them to be resubmitted.  Also, prayer requests can be added to the church’s private group Facebook page or contact the church office at admin@communitygrace.online. 

We are currently sending out prayer requests by email.  If you or anyone you know is not receiving these, please let me know.  I have found that some of the emails we have on record are not correct.

Kidland Group Leaders

Urgent Need for Class Facilitators: 

2- and 3-year-old Class

4 yr., 5 yr. and Kindergarten Class

1^st and 2^nd Grade Class

For more info contact Sherri Peeler.

Men of Community Bible Study

Men, join us for our Men of Community Bible Study.  The study groups meet bi-weekly on Tuesdays (in-person and via zoom) at 7 pm and on Wednesdays (in-person) at 6:30 pm.  Please see Shawn Ritchey for additional info and the “Upcoming Events” calendar for meeting dates.

Camp Mantowagan Fundraising Dinner

Inviting supporters and volunteers to join us at our annual dinner in the activity center of Grace Fellowship Church – Leamersville Campus.  The dinner will be held on Thursday, November 21, at 6:00pm.  Please RSVP by November 18^th by emailing to gocampm@comcast.net.  The cost of the dinner is being covered by a local business so all gifts/donations will go directly to the ministry.  There is no child-care, so the dinner is for adults only.  See the flier at “Connection Central” by the side entrance for more details.

Operation Christmas Child

Shoebox collection week is from November 18^th through the 25^th.  Shoeboxes and labels are available in the lobby.  Drop off deadline here at the church is November 24^th.

Ladies’ Book Club

Ladies’ Book Club will generally be meeting the 4^th Thursday of every month.   The next meeting will be held November 21^st at 6:30pm and we will be discussing “Whose Waves These Are” by Amanda Dykes.  If you have any questions, contact Alice Wallace at 574.265.5149. Copies of the 2024 Book Club List are located at “Connection Central” by the side entrance.

Ladies’ Breakfast

The Ladies’ Breakfast meets every 2^nd Thursday of each month at Kelly’s Restaurant at 9 am.  Ladies of all ages are invited to share in a time of fellowship while enjoying a delicious breakfast.  If you have any questions, contact Nellie Howsare at 652.6220.

Church Family Directory

Join our Community Grace Church Family Directory.  Whether you are a member or a regular attender, you are welcome to join.  Pick up your copy of the Church Directory Guidelines at the Welcome Desk in the lobby.

Adult Bible Fellowship

ABF meets from 9 to 10am every Sunday in the Fellowship Hall (downstairs).  Childcare is provided.

Straight Ahead

Students in grades 6^th thru 12^th are welcome to join the fun.  Check out the information and forms on our website regarding upcoming ministry opportunities at communitygrace.online!!

We meet Sunday nights from 6 to 9pm in the Fellowship Hall.  You don’t have to be a member of our church—everyone is welcome and bring a friend!!

Offering Envelopes

If you would like to have envelopes for your gift giving, contact Karen Jones at finance@communitygrace.online.  You can also give online at the church’s website at communitygrace.online.

Lost & Found

There are several items in our lost and found basket.

Check it out, it might be yours!  Lost and found basket is located on the shelf above the coat rack in the lobby.

Mailboxes

Just a reminder to periodically check your mailbox.  Mailboxes are located at the right-side of the front doors.

Food Bank

Want to help your community?  Drop off canned goods, with good expiration dates, in the Food Bank box located in the lobby to the left of the front doors.  We have been collecting canned pears, but any canned goods are welcome.  If you have canned items and cannot bring them in, please contact John Mickle by phone or message at 814.288.9332.  He will gladly pick them up anywhere in Bedford County.  Your donations are greatly appreciated.

Church Directory on Your Mobile Device

Now you can sync our church directory directly to your Apple, Android or Kindle Fire device with a FREE app!  You must be a participant of our Family Directory.  Pick up a form on the “Connection Central” Wall.

RightNow Media

RightNow Media is an online library offering:

      rightnow Media originals

      Book of the Bible Series

      Bible Studies

o   For Women

o   For Men

o   For Youth

o   On Marriage

o   On Parenting

      Popular Kid Shows

And so much more.  Pick up your form in the display rack on the “Connection Central” Wall.

Get Connected

Would you like to receive a phone call, email or text when there is an announcement or prayer request?

If so, fill out the “Get Connected” form located on the “Connection Central” Wall and drop it off in the church office.