Pastor Brad will begin a 2-part series entitled “Anger: The Fire Within”

Today’s sermon is The Danger of Unchecked Anger. God invites us to examine and deal with our anger before it dominates us and destroys our relationships.

Genesis 4.6-7 The Lord said to Cain, “Why are you angry, and why has your face fallen? If you do well, will you not be accepted? And if you do not do well, sin is crouching at the door. Its desire is for you, and you must rule over it.”

Elders: Aug. 31 @ 5:00 PM.

Official Board: Sept. 2 @ 6 PM.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

Aug 23rd       Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Aug 25th       Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

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

Aug 27th        Ladies’ Book Club @ 6pm

Aug 30th        Community Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Aug 30th       Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Aug 30th        Ladies’ Bible Study signup deadline

Aug 30th       Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Aug 31st        Elders @ 5pm

Sept 2nd         Official Board @ 6pm

Sept 6th        Community Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Sept 6th         Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Sept 6th         Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Sept 8th         Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

Sept 9th         Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

Sept 10th       Ladies Breakfast at Kelly’s @ 9am

Sept 10th       Red Cross Blood Drive 12 – 5pm

Sept 13th      Community Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Sept 13th      Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Sept 13th      Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Sept 16th      Women’s Summer Event @ 6:30pm

Sept 19th       Walk for Life 9-11am

Sept 20th       Community Bible Fellowship @ 9-10am

Sept 20th       Worship Service and Kidland @ 10:30am

Sept 20th       Carry-In Luncheon following Worship

Sept 20th       Straight Ahead @ 6pm

Sept 22nd       Men of Community Bible Study @ 7pm

Sept 23rd       Men of Community Bible Study @ 6:30pm

Sept 24th       Ladies’ Book Club @ 6pm

Sept 25th-26th Ladies Retreat @ Camp Mantowagan

August Trustees:            

John Mickle

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.

Annual Youth Envelope Fundraiser

Our youth’s annual Envelope Fundraiser is under way. The numbers on the envelopes are the amounts of your donation (or you can donate more). Pick up an envelope, make your donation, and place the envelope in the offering box. You can also donate by tapping your phone on the icon on the back of the seats, or in your online giving through Straight Ahead or Momentum. You can also sponsor a child or two by filling out the form on the desk in the lobby.

Women’s Summer Events

Every third Wednesday at 6:30pm. Feel free to bring along a snack of your choice and a chair when the event is being hosted at a home.

September 16th ~ Taco Night, Church Fellowship Hall

Sign up sheets will be available prior to each event.

Any questions, contact Denise Karns

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Our next blood drive is scheduled for Thursday, September 10th from 12 – 5pm. 2 volunteers are needed for the 11:45 – 2:30 shift and 2 for the 2:30 – 5:15 shift. Please sign up at Sign-Up Central to help.

Ladies’ Bible Study

What Love Is by Kelly Minter. The Letters of 1, 2, and 3 John were written to encourage followers of Jesus to remain faithful to the truth. Believers are challenged to look at contrasting themes such as walking in the light instead of darkness, truth versus lies and deception, loving God more than loving the world, and the meaning of true fellowship and community rather than shallowness. This 7-session study by Kelly Minter not only reveals the heart of John by also the heart of Jesus. This study includes recipes and a relational approach.

The study will run from September 30th until November 11th and we will plan to have a meal on the 18th. The cost of the books will be $10 and must be paid by the sign-up deadline date. Envelopes are provided at Sign-Up Central.

There are two times available to attend. The daytime study will be at 10am in the Fellowship Hall and the evening study will be at 6:30pm in the Fellowship Hall.

Sign-up deadline is August 30th. We look forward to getting back into our study of the Bible and time of discussion.

25th Annual Walk for Life

Precious Life of Bedford County invites you to take part in their 25th Annual Walk for Life. On Saturday, September 19th from 9am to 11am, supporters will walk along the sidewalks of Bedford Borough to show support for the unborn by raising awareness and donations that will make a difference in the lives of countless women and children in our community. Please see the fliers at Connection Central, by the side entrance, for more info.

Ladies Retreat

The Ladies’ Retreat at Camp Mantowagan will be September 25-26. This year’s topic is Restored Beauty with guest speaker Marsha Hoover. Check-In begins Friday, Sept. 26th at 5pm and concludes Saturday, Sept 26th with a final evening meal at 6pm. The cost is $55 for adults and $25 for students (16-18yrs.). Register by Sept. 13th. Pick up your brochure at the Welcome Desk.

Christmas Eve Service Choir

The choir will be singing two songs during this year’s Christmas Eve Service. If you would like to participate, please sign up at Sign-Up Central. Practice will begin the first week of October.

Ladies’ Book Club

Ladies’ Book Club will generally be meeting the 4th Thursday of every month.  The next meeting will be held August 27th at 6:00pm and we will be discussing “Pearl in the Sand” by Tessa Afchar. If you have any questions, contact Alice Wallace. Copies of the 2026 Book Club List are located at “Connection Central” by the side entrance.

Kidland Nursery

Is your little one having a hard morning? Come utilize a fun, peaceful atmosphere, private nursing/napping room, changing station, and qualified volunteers ready to help ease the Sunday morning stress! We welcome your children under two years old on Sunday mornings during the worship service starting at 10:30am. The nursery is located to the right of the stairs in the lobby.

Community Bible Fellowship

ABF has changed its name to Community Bible Fellowship. Please join us Sunday mornings at 9am in the Fellowship Hall.

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 Wednesdays (in person) at 6:30pm. Please see Shawn Ritchey for additional info and the “Upcoming Events” calendar for meeting dates.

Ladies’ Breakfast

The Ladies’ Breakfast meets every 2nd 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.

Straight Ahead

Students in grades 6th thru 12th 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 7:30pm 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.

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.