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Peeps
Well, it is the week after Easter — now what?
The first question is, do you have any Peeps left in your home? I am fascinated by the Peep phenomenon. These seasonal treats come in a variety of colors and shapes. Perhaps you like the pink chicks or maybe the yellow bunnies are more your style. More than 700 million are consumed every year in the United States. On average, 5.5 million Peeps are made every day. In one year, the company makes enough Peeps to circle the earth — twice!
What has always intrigued me the most is the fact that the candies are made in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania by a company named Just Born. When founder Sam Born would display a sign for his freshly made candy, he would title it “Just Born,” playing off of his last name and the fact that he made his candy fresh daily.
It’s interesting to consider the fact that last Sunday we celebrated Easter: a day we remember the resurrection of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. A day we remember the NEW LIFE we have through faith in the Risen Lord!
So, this is my second question: do you have any life left in you? In other words, does the promise of the resurrection give you life every day or is it simply a seasonal treat? You see, the Easter baskets have been put away; the eggs have been found; the candy has been eaten, and the lilies will soon wither. But the joy and hope of Easter shall never die.
Jesus said, “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full” (John 10:10).
Jesus came down to get us to come out from all that is entombing us! Whether it be culturally, economically, politically, socially, intellectually, theologically – we no longer need to hide from what tries to control us. God has sought us by His amazing grace and power in the life and death and resurrection of His Son Jesus Christ. Regardless of where we are, He is able to take us as we are and make us into those people He wants us to become – the people God designed us to be, the children of God. We are all eligible, no matter how we feel, live, or look.
My hope is you will continue to embrace the power of Easter. Allow it to consume you every day.
I hope to see you again this Sunday.
Peace, Trey |
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Officer Nominations
Now Being Accepted
Nominations for deacons and elders to serve a three-year term beginning late fall 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 7. |
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: on our homepage or live on our Facebook page. |
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Now You Can Give
On the Go!
In less time than it takes to write a check, you can now make contributions using your smartphone at church or anytime. Mobile giving is a quick, easy, and convenient way to support the ministries and missions of Grace.
Online giving is easy to set up, and you can make a one-time gift or automatic recurring contributions with your designated bank account or credit card. You are also able to view your complete giving history.
Using your smartphone’s camera or code reader app, you can scan this QR code to go straight to the secure Grace online giving webpage. Follow the prompts to create or login to your giving profile, and in just a few clicks, your contribution is made. |
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Men's Night with U.S. Navy SEAL Chad Williams
Tuesday, May 14, 6:30-8:30 pm
Massey Tucker Hall
Treebeard’s Dinner $15.00
Advance Purchase Required
Tables of 8 - Seating is Limited!
Invite your son, father, brother, uncle, neighbor and co-worker to a men’s night at Grace. Enjoy some delicious dinner from Treebeard’s and hear the incredible story “TAKING IT TO ENEMY OCCUPIED TERRITORY” from former Navy SEAL Chad Williams. He draws on his experience as a U.S. Navy SEAL to help others better understand and accomplish the duty of a soldier of Christ to fulfill The Great Commission.
Chad will have his book, Seal of God, available for purchase and will sign autographs at the end of the evening. Register online by May 10 HERE. |
Here's What We're Learning In The Backyard
April 28: Go straight to Small Group Classrooms
Bible Story: Come Alive (Crucifixion and Resurrection) • John 18:1–20:18
Bottom Line: Whatever happens, remember Jesus is alive.
Memory Verse: “In this world you will have trouble. But be encouraged! I have won the battle over the world.” • John 16:33b, NIrV
Life App: Hope—Believing that something good can come out of something bad
Basic Truth: I can trust God no matter what. |
Sisterhood Dinner
April 28, 5-7 p.m., home of Cathy Finck
All High School girls and their friends are invited to The Sisterhood Dinner at Cathy Finck’s house. We’ll eat some delicious food, play a super fun game, and listen to a testimony! For more information, please contact Angie Williamson (awilliamson@gpch.org; 713-703-5083). Register HERE. |
Preteen Movie Night
May 3, 6-9 p.m.
Massey-Tucker 201
Children’s Ministries invites all 4th and 5th graders to a Preteen Movie Night! Come check out the Middle School Ministries space, play some games, watch a movie, and EAT (dinner and snacks!). The cost is $10, and registration is open HERE. For more information, contact Lisa Ann Henkel (lhenkel@gpch.org; 713-267-5015). |
VBS 2019
Registration Open
June 10-13, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
We're ready to LEVEL UP! "How are YOU gonna play the game?" will be our challenge to more than 500 kids and 300 volunteers as they travel through video game-themed stations. Through crafts, snacks, games, and Backyard Bible Adventures, we'll study how Daniel and his friends played for the Kingdom of God. And each morning will begin and end in the ultimate power-up: worshiping in the Sanctuary. For more information and to register a child or to volunteer, visit gpch.org/vbs/. |
Volunteers Needed
Did we mention that more than 300 teen and adult volunteers are needed to make VBS possible? Want in on all the game action? For more information about volunteer opportunities, visit gpch.org/vbs/. |
Summer Sports Camps Job Opportunity
Triumph Sports is looking for high school and college students who love Jesus, love working with kids, and love having fun to work at its summer sports camps. Applicants must be 16 or older. High school students earn $10/hour, and college students earn $12/hour as coaches. College graduates can be head coaches and earn $20/hour. Apply online at www.TriumphSports.com. Triumph will offer a camp after each morning of VBS in June as well as operate the PNO event in April. For more information, contact Lisa Ann Henkel (lhenkel@gpch.org; 713-267-5015). |
July Sports Camps
July 8-11
Triumph Sports will offer two camps in July for children 5-12 years old:
- 9 a.m.-noon – Sports Camp
- 1-4 p.m. – Basketball Camp
Register for one or both camps. Kids who attend both can stay from noon-1 p.m. and eat a sack lunch from home. For more information, visit www.triumphsports.com/gpch. |
Here's What We're Learning In The TreeHouse
April 28
Basic Truth: Jesus wants to be my friend forever.
Key Question: Who is your friend?
Bottom Line: Jesus is my friend.
Memory Verse: “A friend loves at all times.” • Proverbs 17:17
Bible Story Focus: Jesus is a good friend.
Easter • Matthew 26:20-30; 27:45-50; 28:1-7
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Phases:
Parent Conversations April 28, 10:15 a.m. in The Backyard (inside the Learning Center building)
Join Family Ministries staff as we tackle the parenting issues you’re facing right now and share ways to keep your family focused on God’s love.
- If you attend the Foundations or Home Improvement Sunday School classes, you'll meet in The Backyard this week.
- If you haven't found a class that fits you or don’t want a weekly class, come to Phases and meet other parents on the same journey. We connect several times a year.
- Invite other parents you know; everyone's welcome!
For more information, contact Lisa Ann Henkel (lhenkel@gpch.org; 713-267-5015). |
Student Ministries Night at the Ballpark
Friday, May 10, 6 p.m.
It’s the Astros vs. the Rangers on Friday, May 10! Join Grace Student Ministries (6th-12th grade) for a fabulous night at the ballpark including the Friday night fireworks show. Meet at Grace at 6 p.m. Transportation will be provided. Cost is $25. Bring money for food at the park. Make sure to have a Grace Waiver on file. Register HERE! |
May Encore Trip: Butler Longhorn Museum and Kemah Boardwalk Tour
May 8, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Think of Texas, and you think of Longhorns: ponderous cattle with horns as wide as a man is tall. From the western art of Charles M. Russell to the University of Texas mascot, the Longhorn is synonymous with Texas and its long ranching history. Yet few Texans or visitors to this state realize that at the beginning of the 20th century, Longhorns were on the verge of extinction. Today, the Longhorn is alive and well thanks to the efforts of six pioneer breeders and a few far-sighted federal employees, who refused to allow these animals to become extinct. The Butler Longhorn Museum tells the story of this amazing comeback, and in doing so, tells a compelling chapter in the story of the American West. Following the museum tour, we will enjoy lunch at a place of your choosing and then enjoy shopping on the famous Kemah Boardwalk until 3 p.m. The cost of the museum tour is $10. To register, contact Becky Morris (bmorris@gpch.org; 713-267-5091). |
Student Ministries
Project Home
May 11, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Grace Student Ministries will partner with West Houston Assistance Ministries (WHAM) for their community Food Fair. We will help pack boxes of food from WHAM’s food pantry. Later that morning we will pass out the food boxes to families in need of assistance. We will meet at WHAM at 9 a.m. Food Fair will end no later than 2 p.m. (time varies depending on the number of families). Pick up and drop off at WHAM, located at 10501 Meadowglen Lane. Please make sure to eat a big breakfast before arriving at WHAM. Bring a sack lunch to eat and water bottle for during our time at WHAM. Wear closed toe shoes and long pants. Register HERE. |
College Ministry
The Bridges Sunday School class coordinates our college ministry events throughout the year. If you have college-aged children, please contact Carey Dow (careydow@me.com; 713-822-3981) to make sure that we have their contact information so that we can let them know when events are planned. |
High School Seniors!
May 12: Senior Recognition in Worship
July 21: Senior Commissioning Dinner
The Bridges Sunday School class coordinates our college ministry events throughout the year. If you have college-aged children, please contact Carey Dow (careydow@me.com; 713-822-3981) to make sure that we have their contact information so that we can let them know when events are planned. |
Student Ministries
Summer Mission Trips
Registration is open for all of our Student Ministries summer mission trips. Information and registration links may be found HERE. |
June Encore Trip: Alley Theatre, Ken Ludwig's
"The Three Musketeers"
June 30, 1:30 - 5 p.m.
All for one and one for all! A swashbuckling romp of romance, danger, and comedy, perfectly suited for the whole family. Alexandre Dumas’ timeless tale springs to life as the young D’Artagnan, joined by his sister Sabine, discovers honor amid intrigue and high-stakes adventure when he meets the famous Three Musketeers. En garde for this action- and humor-packed summer hit. The cost is $25. Payment is due by Sunday, June 9. To register, contact Becky Morris (bmorris@gpch.org; 713-267-5091). |
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Church-Wide Bake Sale
Sunday, May 5
Massey-Tucker Fellowship Hall Lobby
Mark your calendars for a church-wide bake sale hosted by the Women of Grace on Sunday, May 5. This bake sale will fund scholarships for female students at Grace Girls’ High School in Kenya. Please donate homemade cakes, cookies, and pastries. All donations may be brought to the Heritage Room on Saturday, May 4, by 3 p.m. For more information, contact Diana Peper at 713-291-0325. |
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WHAM Food Drive
Sunday, May 5
Help collect food and other necessity items for WHAM (West Houston Assistance Ministry). Collection bins will be located inside the Chapel and Sanctuary entrances, and in the Massey-Tucker Hall Lobby. Focus items will be peanut butter and jelly, canned pasta, canned fruit, soups, and crackers. |
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Why Stephen Ministry?
We have many needs for care in our congregation and community: people experiencing divorce, grief, a terminal illness, loss of a job, relocation, an empty nest, retirement, hospitalization, loneliness, and many other stresses or challenges. Often people with needs suffer silently or do not request or receive the level of care they really need. With a limited number of pastors for a congregation the size of Grace Presbyterian, you can quickly see why it would be impossible for our pastors to meet every need of every single person. Stephen Ministry expands the care Grace Presbyterian Church can offer by equipping and organizing members to provide Christian care. This gives us a larger pool of people with the gifts, skills, and calling to bring Christ’s love and care to those who most need it. And this one-on-one care is completely confidential. If you or someone you know is going through a difficult time, contact Denise Phelps or Susan Jernigan at 713-582-3332.
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Brookwood Will Be Blooming at Grace
Sunday, May 19
Join us in the courtyard to celebrate God’s work through the citizens of Brookwood! The Horticulture enterprise grows approximately 300,000 plants a year across 47 greenhouses, employing nearly 100 citizens every single day. Check out what’s new for spring and bring color and life to your yard! Plants will be available for purchase. |
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Houston Food Bank
Saturday, July 13 from 8 a.m. - noon, Portwall Warehouse
Bless our neighbors across Houston while in fellowship with Grace at the Houston Food Bank. For more information and to register, please contact Paul Mancillas (paulmancillas@gmail.com; 832-260-8329). To register, please click HERE.
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Become a Mentor & Impact the Life of a Middle School Student Forever!
For the past seven years, Grace Presbyterian Church has partnered with Paul Revere Middle School to provide adults the opportunity to mentor students. Mentoring, at its core, guarantees students that there is someone who cares about them, assures them they are not alone in dealing with daily challenges, and reminds students that they matter. Research confirms that mentoring has a powerful positive effect on students personally, academically, and on their future dreams. Signing up involves three easy steps: filling out an application, completing a background check, and having a placement conversation. For more information or to speak to a member of the leadership team, please click HERE .
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Looking Ahead in 2019… SAVE the DATE!
April 27, Parents' Night Out
April 28, Phases: Parent Conversations
April 28, Sisterhood Dinner
May 3, Preteen Movie Night
May 5, WHAM Food Drive
May 7, Deacon and Elder Nominations Due
May 8, Encore Trip
May 10, Student Ministries Night at the Ballpark
May 11, Student Ministries Project Home
May 12, Senior Recognition in Worship
May 14, Men's Night with U.S. Navy SEAL Chad Williams
May 19, Brookwood Plant Sale at Grace
June 9, One Worship Service at 10 a.m.
June 10-13, Vacation Bible School
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