Today let’s continue our series titled: Don’t Be Dumb! …a series about mistakes people made in the Old Testament and what we can learn to avoid making similar mistakes.

Today we look at the Gold and Fire (of Aaron and his sons at Sinai).

Exodus 32.21-22 …And Moses said to Aaron, “What did this people do to you that you have brought such a great sin upon them?” And Aaron said, “Let not the anger of my lord burn hot. You know the people, that they are set on evil. 

Sociologist Philip Rieff observed: “The notion of a culture that persists independent of all sacred orders is unprecedented in human history.”

• Official Board: Wednesday, March 5^th at 6:00 PM
• Baptism Service: Sunday Feb. 16 during the worship service.(Contact Marian Clark if you are interested taking part in this service at admin@communitygrace.online.)

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Feb 9^th            Souper Bowl pick-up following Worship

Feb 9^th            Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Feb 11^th         Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

Feb 12^th          Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

Feb 12^th          Ladies’ Bible Study @ 6:30pm

Feb 13^th         Ladies’ Breakfast at Kelly’s @9am

Feb 15^th         Hockey Night meet @ 3:40pm

Feb 16^th         Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Feb 16^th         Valentine’s Day Refreshments @ 9:30am

Feb 16^th             Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Feb 16^th         Baptism Service during Worship

Feb 16^th         Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Feb 19^th          Ladies’ Bible Study @ 6:30pm

Feb 23^rd         Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Feb 23^rd         Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Feb 23^rd         Ceramic Fundraiser Sign-up Deadline

Feb 23^rd         Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Feb 25^th         Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

Feb 26^th          Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

Feb 26^th         Ladies’ Bible Study @ 6:30pm

Feb 27^th          Ladies’ Book Club @ 6:30pm

Mar 2^nd           Adult Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Mar 2^nd           Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Mar 2^nd           Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Mar 5^th           Official Board Meeting @ 6pm

Febraury Trustees:                   

Bill Klahre

Wayne Foor

Chuck Black

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.

Heart Warming Morning Refreshments

You are invited to enjoy some Heart Warming morning refreshments and conversations on Sunday, February 16^th.  Come to the lobby anytime between 9:30 and the start of worship to enjoy a sweet treat, fruit, and hot chocolate provided by the Fellowship Team.

Ceramic Fundraiser

Join us on Wednesday, March 19^th at 6pm in the Fellowship Hall.  This fundraiser will go to help with the cost of sending our youth to Momentum and Camp Mantowagan.  There are three options to choose from:

Snail ~ 4.25” x 6”   $25 (Sign-up limited to 30)

Turtle ~ 5.5” x 6.5”   $25  (Sign-up limited to 30)

Hedgehog ~ 4.75” x 6.5”   $30  (Sign-up limited to 20)

Sign up by February 23^rd at “Sign-Up Central”.  Prepayment is required.  Envelopes are available at sign-up and drop them off in the offering box.  You can sign up for more than one item but please use a separate line for each item.  Pick up will be on Wednesday, April 2^nd at 6pm in the Fellowship Hall. Stacey Grab will have flowers available for purchase to place in your ceramics.

For additional information, please contact Denise Karns at 814.215.7370.

Hockey Night

A Hockey Night in Johnstown is Saturday, February 15 for men and boys of Community Grace. We will have dinner at a taxidermy-themed restaurant and see the Tomahawks in action. Meet at CGC at 3:40pm where we will take a van.

Ticket cost is covered. Don't miss it or you will be in the box!

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

A spaghetti dinner fundraiser to benefit Momentum will be held on Saturday, March 15^th in the Fellowship Hall from 5 to 7pm.  Cost is donation only.  All you can eat while supplies last.

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.

Trustee Members Needed

Trustees function as Christian stewards of property God has entrusted to the congregation.  The trustees work together to care for the church building and facilities, keeping them in safe and proper working order so that ministries can be effective.  If you would like to be part of the team, please sign-up at “Sign-Up Central” or contact Dan Bennet.

2025 Fellowship of Christian Athletes Victory Dinner

A night of sharing, celebrating and giving!  Dinner is Free.  It is being held on February 27^th at 6pm at the Windber Grand Ballroom, 160 Rec Road, Windber, PA 15963.  Keynote Speaker is Quan Britt (Mentor, Director, Basketball player and Coach).  Please pray and bring a donation to support the ministry.  All proceeds go to support the youth and coaches, huddles, events, bibles, scholarships, camps and more.  For more info, see the flier at “Connection Central” by the side entrance.

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.

Ladies’ Book Club

Ladies’ Book Club will generally be meeting the 4^th Thursday of every month.   The next meeting will be held February 27^th at 6:30pm and we will be discussing “As Long As The Lemon Trees Grow” by Zoulfa Katauh.  If you have any questions, contact Alice Wallace at 574.265.5149. Copies of the 2025 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.

Beginning February 16^th, we are starting a new series titled:  9 Common Lies Christians Believe and Why God’s Truth is Infinitely Better.

1.     God won’t give me more than I can handle…

2.     God gained another angel…

3.     God just wants me to be happy…

4.     I could never forgive that person…

5.     Follow your heart…

6.     God doesn’t really care…

7.     Well, ______________ will never change…

8.     I don’t think god likes me…

9.     Believe in yourself…

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.

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.