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#L2MJV
At our very core, Grace is a community of people who recognize the fact that we are all broken. Whether we have been part of the Grace family for decades or days, we are all recipients of God’s amazing grace. Through faith in Jesus Christ, we have been redeemed and set free to live as His witnesses. What a privilege!
You may also be aware that part and parcel of our strategy at Grace is to be people who strive to live our lives in such a way that we are making Jesus visible. Whether we are gathered together to worship and celebrate the Lord; connecting with others in authentic gospel-centered community; or blessing others across the street and around the world—we must be making Jesus visible (#L2MJV). Put simply, wherever we are and whatever we are doing—we are His witnesses.
Earlier this week, a colleague shared a convicting quote: “When ministry becomes performance, then the sanctuary becomes a theater, the congregation becomes an audience, worship becomes entertainment, and man’s applause and approval become the measure of success. But when ministry is for the glory of God, his presence moves into the sanctuary. Even the unsaved visitor will fall down on his face, worship God, and confess that God is among us” (Warren and David Wiersbe).
Friends, living to make Jesus visible must never be a performance—it must be a passionate response. When we courageously live as His witnesses, we will be hard-pressed to win the approval from everyone. However, I am convinced if we continue to seek the will of God and faithfully respond to His leading, Grace, and more important, the Kingdom, will experience significant growth.
I invite you to join me in praying for Grace to be a community of people who will unwaveringly participate in life-giving ministry for the glory of God. This may seem daunting and, in fact, countercultural. Both are true—precisely why we must fall down on our faces in humility.
Living to make Jesus visible—you never know who is watching.
Press On,
Trey
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Organ and Voice Concert
April 29, 5 p.m., Sanctuary
Grace organist James Roman and his wife, soprano Grace Roman, will present a concert of music for voice and organ. The concert will feature a variety of music including pieces that depict stories of Circe from Greek mythology, settings of quirky middle English texts about chickens and bad husbands, settings of familiar hymn tunes, and more. |
Starting Point Class
Sunday, April 29, 6-8 p.m.,
Massey Tucker Hall 103
Want to get connected? Find a CORE Community? Learn about our beliefs and ministry? Join the church family? Where do you begin? At the start.
During the Starting Point Class, we’ll enjoy a meal and have great conversation together. You’ll learn more about who we are as a church, how to grow in your faith, and the many life-giving ways you can be a part of our church family, including the opportunity to make this your home church through membership. Join us for a casual dinner and conversation—it’s a great place to start! Child care is available by contacting Debbie Kay (dkay@gpch.org; 713-267-5084). To RSVP or for more information, contact Beth Craig (bcraig@gpch.org; 713-267-5012).
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Out Of Town This Sunday? Watch Us On Facebook Live Each Week!
We love gathering together each Sunday as a Grace family! But, if you are unable to join us for worship, there are two ways to join us online: You can always watch or listen to the sermons on our homepage or you can watch us live on our Facebook page.
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Officer Nominations
Now Being Accepted
Nominations for deacons, elders, and trustees to serve a three-year term beginning January 2019 are now being accepted. Please complete nomination forms online at gpch.org/officer. Forms are also available in the Narthex and may be turned in at the Welcome Center by May 15. |
"In His Steps"
Tour of Israel with Trey
December 28 - January 6
A trip to the Holy Land is a bucket list adventure. To walk where Jesus walked is a life-giving opportunity, which will shape your faith journey. Trey would love for you to join him for what is sure to be a memorable trip to Israel. It will include a visit to sites such as the Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, Sea of Galilee, and Capernaum. For more information and to register, please visit: gpch.org/inhissteps. You may also discuss the details of the trip with the trip leader, Mike Fanning, by phone or email (mike@mikefanning.com; 210-710-6234).
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Encore Day Trip
The Lone Star Flight Museum
Tuesday, May 15, 9 a.m.-2:15 p.m.
The Lone Star Flight Museum, located next to Ellington Airport, is an aerospace museum that displays more than 40 historically significant aircraft and many hundreds of artifacts related to the history of flight. The museum's collection is rare because most of the aircraft are flyable. Please join us as we explore the history of flight! Price of the tour is $14: lunch is on your own at Cracker Barrel. Please be at Grace by 9 a.m. Departure is at 9:20 a.m., and we will return by 2:15 p.m. Payment is due by Sunday, May 6. Seating is limited. If you have questions, please contact Becky Morris (bmorris@gpch.org; 713-267-5091).
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Here's What We're Learning In The Backyard
April 29
Bible Story: Souped Up (Esau’s Impatience) • Genesis 25:24-34
Bottom Line: When you think you can’t wait, think twice.
Memory Verse: “Wait for the Lord. Be strong and don’t lose hope. Wait for the Lord!”
Psalm 27:14, NIrV
Life App: Patience—Waiting until later for what you want now
Basic Truth: I need to make the wise choice. |
Middle School
Mission Trip
June 3-8
All 6th and 7th grade students are invited on the Middle School Mission Trip! From June 3-8, we are so excited to be partnering with TEAMeffort Missions in Alvin, Texas, about 45 minutes southeast of downtown Houston. Our main work projects will focus around hurricane disaster relief - bringing hope to a hurting community by rebuilding homes and helping families reestablish their lives. For more information and registration, click HERE.
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Project Home:
World Water Day 5K
MAY 5, 7:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
In partnership with Living Water International’s World Water Day, all Middle School and High School students are invited to walk, run, or cheer with us for a chance to win free Chick-fil-A for a year. We’ll be supporting an incredible organization seeking to bring clean water to people around the world in Jesus’ Name. Registration cost is $35. For more information and to register, please click HERE.
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Sisterhood Connection Dinner
Sisterhood Connection Dinner
Sunday, May 20, at 5 p.m.
All High School girls and their friends are invited to our monthly dinner. We're heading over to Cathy Finck's house for delicious food and great conversation. Register HERE!
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Here's What We're Learning In The Treehouse
April 29
Basic Truth: Jesus wants to be my
friend forever!
Key Question: Who can tell others
about Jesus?
Bottom Line: I can tell others about Jesus.
Memory Verse: “Go and make disciples of all nations.” Matthew 28:19
Bible story focus: Telling others about Jesus is the best gift I can give.
Peter and John • Acts 3:1-11,16 |
D3-Every Wednesday
7-8:30 p.m.,
Massey-Tucker 207
All High School students are invited to join us every Wednesday night for our weekly Bible study. D3 begins with dinner and games. We end with an amazing Bible study!
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High School
Mission Trip
June 24-29
All incoming 9th grade students – graduating seniors are invited on the High School Mission Trip! On June 24-June 29, we are heading to Corpus Christi. We will be partnering with Renewing Grace Together and First Presbyterian Church Corpus Christi. Our work projects will consist of many hurricane relief projects: anything from rebuilding homes, to flooring, framing, yard work, painting, drywalling, and more. For more information and registration, click HERE.
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Senior Mission Trip:
The Bahamas
July 14-21
All graduating High School seniors and college students are invited to join us on this year’s Senior Mission Trip. We will be heading to the Bahamas to serve the local people as well as the displaced Haitian refugee community. We’ll work with Praying Pelican Missions, a short-term international missions organization that partners with and serves indigenous churches, pastors, and communities around the world. To find out more about Praying Pelican Missions, go to their webpage. The cost of the trip is $1,200. This includes airfare, lodging, meals, and ministry supplies. For more information and registration, click HERE.
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Save The Date!
Vacation Bible School 2018
Livin’ Loud Lab…
Where God’s Love
Ignites a Chain Reaction
that Changes the World!
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Every year, Vacation Bible School at Grace is blessed by very generous donations from our congregation! Pick up a list of supplies that Children’s Ministries needed for VBS next time you’re in the Narthex or at the reception desk in the Welcome Center. Your donation of any item will be GREATLY appreciated and help make Jesus visible to everyone this summer. You can drop donations off in the Welcome Center or in the Children’s Ministries offices on the second floor of Massey-Tucker Hall.
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Blood Drive
Sunday, April 29,
Massey-Tucker Fellowship Hall C
Share “The Gift of Life” and help Grace maintain the Life Plan II Blood Program through the Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center. For more information, contact Judy Dewey at judydewey@att.net or go to the website gpch.org/blooddrive.
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Common Ground
Do you assist a family member or friend with daily caregiving tasks? If you answered YES, we offer a caregiver’s support group to share and help called “Common Ground.” It meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month at 10:30 a.m. in the Molly Ann Smith building. This opportunity can help you take care of yourself. For more information, please contact Becky Morris (bmorris@gpch.org; 713-267-5091).
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Harvey Support Group
As care continues for those who have been impacted by Hurricane Harvey, we are offering a counselor-facilitated support group for ages 14 and above. We will meet on the third Monday of each month beginning Monday, April 16, from 7-8:30 p.m. in the McKechnie Dining Room. This group will provide support, share resources and help in processing the many losses related to all aspects of Hurricane Harvey, as well as asking for God's amazing presence through prayer in all of these areas. To ensure adequate space is available for all who plan to attend, please register through Becky Morris (bmorris@gpch.org; 713-267-5091). |
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