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Grace UMC Pastoral Staff:
Rev. Dr. Cathy Jamieson, Sr. Pastor
Rev. Daniel Eplee, Associate Pastor for Evangelism and Assimilation
Rev. Ashley Buchanan, Associate Pastor for Nurture and Mission
SUNDAY, December 11, 2022
SUNDAY LIVE STREAM INFO:
WORSHIP SERVICES & SUNDAY SCHEDULE AT GRACE
8:30 AM - Traditional Worship Service, Sanctuary
Preaching: Rev. Daniel Eplee
8:45 AM - LifeSong Contemporary Service, Wesley Center
Preaching: Rev. Dr. Cathy Jamieson
9:45 AM - Sunday School Adults, Youth and Children
(see specific Ministry departments in e-Newsletter for more info)
Adult SS Dept.., Amber Forrest (amber@gotgraceumc.org)
Youth Dept.., Megan Stafford (megan@gotgraceumc.org)
Children's Dept., Yolanda McCabe (yolanda@gotgraceumc.org)
11:00 AM - Traditional Worship Service, Sanctuary
Preaching: Rev. Dr. Cathy Jamieson
Sunday Activities for Elementary age
4:00 PM Wesley Singers, Choir Room off the Sanctuary
5:00 PM DRAMA, for Sunday, Nov. 13 meet in the Youth Wing
YOUTH SCHEDULE
6:00 PM - Grace Youth Fellowship, meet below the Sanctuary in the Youth Wing
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Click on the image above to reach out to anyone on our Grace UMC staff.
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PLEASE NOTE WITH INFORMATIONAL GRAPHICS WITH SIGN-UPS, CLICK ON THE GRAPHIC ITSELF!
CLICK ON IMAGE BELOW TO REGISTER (MORE INFO in Children's Section)
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Grace is forming a new Disaster Response Team to serve our Grace members and local community in the aftermath of storms, ice, flooding, outages, and other disasters. This team of volunteers will assist with making homes safe, dry, and secure for disaster victims until repairs can be made. Those interested in joining our team should contact Jed Lee (jedlee810@gmail.com) or the church office (803-279-7525). Most important are your willingness to serve and learn some new skills.
Meeting is for current team members as well as individuals still thinking about signing up! Questions? Janis Collins @ 803-215-0731
After five years, Grace UMC is once again set to send a mission trip to Bolivia….and we want everyone to be a part of this outreach. The team of 12 is still forming so please let team coordinator, Janis Collins @803-215-0731 / janlyn618@gmail.com, know if you are interested in being a part of the team.
We need:
Medical personnel as well as 4 more lay-helpers
And just as important, we need you to keep the toothbrushes, reading glasses, small container sunscreen, vitamins……prayers……and fund-raising ideas flowing!
Come be a part of sending help to the Aymaran people who have waited so long!
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JOIN US EACH WEEK FOR OUR WEDNESDAY NIGHT FELLOWSHIP
COST UPDATES WITH OUR WINGS MEALS:
After careful consideration, we updated our meal cost with 10 and over still just $6.00 each.
(No family max on meals or free children's meals. Thank you for your understanding.)
10 and under: $ 4.00
11 and older: $6.00
Please fill out the NEW yellow card on Sundays from the pews or Wesley Center, or call the church office, 803-279-7525 by Monday at noon.
Types of Reservations:
- Permanent reservation (Planned for weekly, call office when can’t come. Pay if no call.)
- Weekly Reservation (Call office each week by Mon. at noon!)
- Shut-in meal/s, 1st and 3rd Wednesdays (Contact Sandra Guest)
Last December meal for the year
Choice Included with each Meal: kid’s surprise bags, $4 (10 & under)
(Please note menus are subject to change due to food availability)
December 14: Potato vegetable soup and Pam’s chili with beans, all the fixings, cornbread muffins, chopped salad
WINGS ADULT PROGRAM INFORMATION
New session until Dec. 14
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REALM is our Church Database, as well as the location of our NEW Church Website https://gotgraceumc.org/ and where you can register for events and SO MUCH MORE! To learn more about REALM, click the blue button below or go to the Realm Icon on the Grace Home page. If you have not joined Realm, please contact Karen in the church office, 803-507-3476, to receive an invite!
Then, once you have a REALM account, you can then add the CONNECT app to your phone using your same email and password. You will not set up a new account, but have access to the online REALM and your account through CONNECT.
If you are concerned about these changes to your Realm privacy settings, please contact Amber Forrest at amber@gotgraceumc.org or by calling the church office (803)279-7525.
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CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Yolanda McCabe, Director of Family and Children's Ministry at yolanda@gotgraceumc.org
CLICK on the Image to sign-up!
“Connect 56: A Grace Tween Bridge Ministry”. The “56” represents our 5th and 6th graders.
Unit 3: Freedom
12/11 Breakfast in Youth Wing with 6th graders
12/18 Fall (Genesis3:1-7)
12/25 No SUNDAY SCHOOL
Please click here to read all about our "Connect 56: A Grace Tween Bridge Ministry!" This was sent to all involved parents with the Grace Children's program.
SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR ELEMENTARY AND PRESCHOOL and SUNDAY BLAST INFO BELOW
Sunday school Elementary ages
Join us as kids learn a weekly Bible story and memory verse and do fun activities.
Unit 1: Jesus' Birth
12/11 Mary Rejoices (Luke 1)
12/18 Shepherds Tell About Jesus (Like 2)
12/25 NO SUNDAY SCHOOL
Sunday school for Preschool
Join us as kids learn a weekly Bible story and memory verse and do fun activities.
Unit 1: Jesus Was a Special Boy
Bible Memory Verse: Like 2: 1, 11
12/11 A Special Baby is Born (Luke 2)
12/18 Shepherds Hear Special News (Luke 2)
12/25 NO SUNDAY SCHOOL
Click on the links to stay connected with our Children's Department:
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Christi McClintock, Drama Ministry Director, christi@gotgraceumc.org
Last Friday's CHRISTMAS PLAY
For those in Elementary School
We meet in the Wesley Center at 5:00PM
These are the Sundays we don't meet because of holiday weekends:
12/18, 1/1, 1/15, 2/19. 4/2, 4/9
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Wesley Singers (5K-5th Grade), Sundays at 4PM, Sanctuary Choir Room
The Wesley Sings meet most Sunday afternoons from 4-5pm in the Choir Room at the back of the Sanctuary (up staircase at back of building near Gym) We mostly follow the school holidays off.
We would love to have you join us! And bring a friend!
These are the Sundays we don't meet because of holiday weekends or Church events:
12/18, 1/1, 1/15, 2/19. 4/2, 4/9
Please call or text Suzanne Fowley (803) 270-0276 for more information.
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UPDATE WHAT'S GOING ON THIS WEEK...
Sunday Morning- Second Sunday Breakfast! This week we will have donuts and continue our Advent Study with Mrs. Megan
Sunday Evening- GYF Christmas Party!! Dinner will be provided. Wear a tacky sweater and bring a $10 or less white elephant gift to exchange. Regular time (6:00-7:30)
COMING UP NEXT...
Dec. 18- No Youth. We will prep and deliver fruit baskets 3-5 pm. Meet in the Youth Wing.
Also plan to attend our Family Ministry's Gingerbread Bash that day from 5-7pm. Register here! For details concerning the Gingerbread Bash, email yolanda@gotgraceumc.org
Dec. 25- No Youth. Christmas Day.
Dec. 31- Jan. 1- New Years Eve Lock-In...pray for us. Register here! Spots are limited.
Jan. 1- No Youth
Jan. 8- Return to normal Sunday night meetings
Jan. 15- Youth Council Meeting @ 4:00 PM in the Youth Wing
Jan. 21- Winter Wonderland Ball with The REC'ing Crew
AND FOR THOSE THAT REALLY LIKE TO PLAN IN ADVANCE...
Feb. 12- Senior Valentine Banquet
Feb. 25- High School Ski Trip (Limited spots available. Registration opens next Monday, December 12)
July 8-15- Black Swamp Salkehatchie-ages 14+ (awaiting dates for other camps) |
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For info with Adult Ministries contact:
Amber Forrest, Director of Adult Ministries at amber@gotgraceumc.org
New Advent Studies
It may only be September, but Advent is right around the corner! If your Sunday School class or small group is looking for a way to focus on the beginning of this new year (yes, Advent is the start of a new liturgical year!), check out some of these new studies:
· The Angels of Christmas: Hearing God’s Voice in Advent by Susan Robb
In this study, the reader will explore the visits to Zechariah, Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds and dive deep into the history of the angel Gabriel—and other angels—in the Old Testament. The Angels of Christmas uses these four angelic appearances to discuss God’s presence in history and our lives today. The messages of the angels hold meaning for listeners both then and now.
· Prepare the Way for the Lord: Advent and the Message of John the Baptist by Adam Hamilton
For centuries, Christians have turned to the story and message of John the Baptist in the weeks leading up to Christmas. In Prepare the Way for the Lord: Advent and the Message of John the Baptist, best-selling author and pastor Adam Hamilton explores the Advent themes of John’s life and ministry, and how John calls all followers of Jesus to prepare our hearts for his coming.
Check out other Advent Studies by visiting Amplify Media: https://my.amplifymedia.com/amplify/selection/cokesburytvcms/65774-advent-studies
GRACE SMALL GROUP INFORMATION
Ukelele Class for all ages, Beverly Blevins, 6:00 PM, (then every other Monday) in the Asbury Building Conference Room. Learn the basic chords for this happy little instrument and strum with your friends
Tuesday Morning Ladies Bible Study, Mary Chris Newell, Tuesdays at 9:30 AM, Youth Wing
Upper Room Encouragers, Laura Lusk, 10 AM, weekly on Weds. in the Youth Wing
NEW! UPPER ROOM Devotional available online! Click here
The Upper Room magazine's mission is to provide a practical way to listen to scripture, connect with believers around the world, and spend time with God each day.
GIFTS(Gathering in Fellowship to Share) in the morning, Mary Jane Wisenbaker, 10:00 AM, monthly, 2nd Thursdays. Please join us as we fellowship together while we crochet, knit, and sew.
Caring and Sharing, John Mullins, 6:00 PM, Thursdays, Roundtable Class
Wisdom of the Ages led by Rev. Cathy Jamieson, 11:00AM, Thursdays, Conference Room
Grace Messengers, Anne & Dave Comer, Continue their support to shut-ins and others facing difficulties through cards of encouragement
Therapy Dog Training, Lynn Ealey, 2:30 PM, 3rd Wed or Yolanda Markham, 2nd Friday or 4th Sat at 9AM, contact CSRATherapyDogs@att.net to set up an appointment.
Sunday School Classes currently meeting at 9:45am
Grow in Christ and Serve Together Through Adult Sunday School
If you are not currently a member of a Sunday School Class, Grace has some great ones! Check one out!
New Sunday School Classes:
Sermon Recap: Come join a discussion about this weeks message.
Meets after LifeSong in the Wesley Center Church Parlor
Bible Study Class: Take a deep dive into a passage with some friends! Bring your Bible (digital or print) Meets in Classroom F (lower level, Wesley Center)
Cokesbury: Large, growing class of active empty nesters. Participates in a wide variety of mission projects. Current Study: Adult Bible Studies Series. Meets in Wesley Center, lower level, Classroom B.
Contact: Susan Waller
Family Foundations: Consists of married, single, divorced and widowed members. Very active in missions and support for one another. Meets in Wesley Center, lower level, Classroom E
Contact: Christi McClintock
Journey: Consists of those 30-40 with and without children. Class is active in missions, particularly in the area of Children’s Ministries and Angel Tree. Members rotate teaching responsibilities. Meets in Upper level Asbury Building.
Contact: Abbie Ethun
New Life: Mission focused group of singles and married couples ages 30 and up. Member-led weekly Bible study and “Mission of the Month” support. Classroom A Lower Level Wesley Center.
Contact: Michele Chiswell
Our Reclamation, Mom's Group: Raising up children in the way they should go is a wonderful blessing, but it is easy to lose yourself in the process. Reclaim YOU and make some new friends! Meets in Lower level, classroom D Contact: Ally Gentile
Seekers: Relaxed and informal singles and married couples primarily 60 and up who focus on discussions of how our faith, the Bible and United Methodist beliefs relate to everyday lives. Class supports a variety of missions including Ronald McDonald house. Meets in Wesley Center, lower level, Classroom C.
Contact: Bruce Wilson.
Stillwell: This SS class is 72 years strong and comprised of singles and couples 60 and older. Uses Adult Bible Studies series, presented by excellent teachers. Class is very involved in missions and significant goal of class is “glad to do whatever we can for those who need our help.” Class meets lower level Wesley Center classroom H.
Contact: Sandra Guest.
Women of Faith: Comprised of married and single women of all ages. Class strives to be a sanctuary for all in attendance and offer a safe place to lean on each other in times of need. Currently the class is studying 40 Days of the Bible. Class meets in Classroom G lower level Wesley Center.
Contact: Irene Smith.
For more information
Amber Forrest, Director of Adult Ministries at the Church Office, 803-279-7525
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Christopher Leysath, Director of Music Ministries at Chris@ gotgraceumc.org
Greetings from Sanctuary Music at Grace!
As we enter the Fall season, we are reminded of the constant of change and how far we’ve come, by faith. We are so glad to announce a rather full schedule of offerings for Fall and Advent! The dates are listed below. As always, you are welcome to join in ministry with our Chancel Choir which rehearses Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Our beloved Wesley Singers is open to children in grades K-5, and rehearses Sunday afternoons in the Choir Room. Please reach out to Chris Leysath, Director of Sanctuary Music (cleysath@acpsd.net) with your questions and interests!
Dec. 15th, 7:00 p.m. - Sing We Now of Christmas featuring the NAHS Concert Choir, Wind Ensemble, and the Grace UMC Chancel Choir.
Dec. 18th, 11:00 a.m. - A Service of Lessons and Carols featuring the Grace UMC Choirs, string quartet, and Dr. Diana Thompson-Brewer, guest soloist.
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THROUGH December 7
Pastor contacts:
Church Office: 803-279-7525
After Hours “on-call” # for Grace Pastors
803-376-9310
Rev. Dr. Cathy Jamieson, Senior Pastor, cjamieson@gotgraceumc.org
Rev. Daniel Eplee, Associate Pastor, deplee@gotgraceumc.org
Rev. Ashley Buchanan, Associate Pastor, abuchanan@gotgraceumc.org
Please Note: if you have a family member on our prayer list, or know of someone on our list who is much better, please keep us informed! Also, those in need of prayer. Much appreciated.)
Prayer Requests:
Recently Discharged and and/or at Home needs:
Billy Lotspeich, Guy Bennet, Gayle Foster, Tori Weathersby, Bill Windley
Sympathy to:
the family of Bobbie Williams in her death on Dec. 4. Funeral will be at Rowland-Ford Funeral home, Dec. 8 at 2:00PM with visitation at 1:00PM
Bill Pinkston in the death of his father, James Pinkston, on Dec. 3. Funeral at Grace on Thursday, Dec. 8 at 2:00PM with visitation at 1:00PM
Walton Rehab:
Sandra Watson
VA Hospital:
Henry Cribb
Ongoing Prayer Needs:
Margaret Lemon, Joe Weil, Bobbye Rushton (in Virginia), Mark Napper, Beth Ann Young, Katie Smith, Ted Thompson
Grace McKenzie, daughter of Richard and Debora McKenzie
Bill Walker, brother of Ray Walker
Sermon Sawyer, son of Connie Sawyer
Click on the box below for our Homebound and Assisted Living members.
(Latest update 12/06//2022)
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Your gifts to the annual Operating Budget of Grace provide for everything we do here in our beautiful church, in the community and in the world around us. Your gifts provide for worship, missions, children’s programs, youth retreats, Christian education classes, music, and community outreach- as well as the staff that allow these ministries to continue every day. Grace has several options to assist you in your giving.
Acceptable Giving Methods
We’re excited to announce that we are now accepting ApplePay as a way to make your tithe to Grace. This is in addition to the continued methods of online & kiosk giving, ACH giving, church envelope & check. If you’d like to set up your donation as a recurring gift to the church, contact the church office at 803-279-7525. It’s simple to schedule it, and it’s a convenient and effective way to support Grace UMC!
Traditional Giving- During all of our worship services, you will have the opportunity to give using a check or cash. For your convenience, the church provides personalized offering envelopes and additional envelopes are located in the pew racks.
Kiosk Giving- Conveniently located in the Wesley Center and Asbury Building entrance hallways, our giving kiosk provides another secure way to give with your debit or credit card.
Online Giving- The most convenient and safe way for our members to give is online. With a simple click of the mouse, you can get started giving online today! Please CLICK HERE to get started today!
ACH GIVING- The church can automatically draft contributions from your checking or savings account to keep your contributions on track.
Contact the Church Office at 803-279-7525 or Tina Lancaster at tina@gotgraceumc.org for more information.
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FINANCIALS
OUR GIFTS:
Revenues: Mov. 28 - Dec. 4 YTD
$31,136.20 $1,120,685.07
MEMORIALS
December 4, 2022
IN MEMORY OF:
Seth Addison, son of Rachel & Kenny Franklin
(Evangelism) Patsy & Don Miller
Artemis Flouras, mother of Nick Flouras
(CDC) Patsy & Don Miller
Amy Hunphries, sister of Martha Ginn
(Drama Ministry) Patsy & Don Miller
IN HONOR OF:
Don Miller
(Trustees) GIFTS
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For a detailed listing of our Calendar events, go to
https://gotgraceumc.org/calendar/
and in the upper right click on Agenda.
This gives you a weekly view of the calendar.
Monday - Friday
- Office Hours: 8:30 - 5:00 PM, Asbury Building
- CDC (Child Development Center), 9:00-1:00PM, Lower level Asbury building
- Kids Club Afterschool Program, 2:00-6:00PM, Campus
Events, Meetings, and Small Groups
WEEKLY
- GriefShare, Sundays, 3:00PM, Wesley Ctr. Lower, Cokesbury
- Ladies Bible Study, Tuesdays., 9:30AM, Youth Wing
- Upper Room Encouragers, Weds., 10:00AM, Youth Wing
- WINGS Meal & Programs, Wednesdays 5:30 & 6:00PM, Wesley Center and Campus
- Wisdom of the Ages, Thursdays., 11:00 AM, Library
DECEMBER
- GIFTS in the Morning, Dec. 8, 10:00AM, Youth Wing
- NAHS Concert, Dec. 8., 7:00PM, Sanctuary
- RECing Crew Christmas Party, Dec. 10, 7:00PM Sanctuary
- CDC 4K Christmas Program, Dec. 13, 11:00 AM, Sanctuary
- CDC 4K/5K Christmas Program, Dec. 14, 9:30 AM, Sanctuary
- College Students: Coffee @ Cavalier, Dec. 14, 2:00PM, Cavalier's Coffeehouse
- Martha Claire Farmer Circle, Dec. 14, 6:15PM, Journey SS class
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