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Stewardship
Dear Friends,
“It’s that time of year again.” That phrase conjures up very different emotions in us, depending on what season it is. Time to pay taxes? I admit to having less than positive emotions. Time to plan that annual vacation to our favorite hideaway? Now, I'm excited! The reality of that phrase, however, also compartmentalizes our way of thinking, so much so that we risk failing to embrace a holistic view of how all things work together.
Case in point, “it’s that time of year again” here at Grace. February is the season we turn our attention to stewardship. It's when when we set our annual operating budget and collectively pray for God’s guidance and our response to give financially to the life and ministry of Grace. What emotions are stirred when you consider the reality of stewardship in your life?
Stewardship is an outpouring of our thankfulness and love for Jesus. Stewardship is part and parcel of a life of discipleship. It shapes us to make Jesus visible. However, like anything else in life, stewardship takes practice. Our faithfulness in giving of our time, talent, and treasures propels us to regularly practice being obedient to God. My hope for all of us is that we will be called more deeply and fully into this life of rich discipleship.
Therefore, I ask you to consider another phrase: “But wait, there’s more.” It is such a hopeful expression. You see, I am convinced that stewardship is not simply an annual resolution, but instead it's a tangible expression of obedience to the Lord, which is precisely why we will spend this month exploring the “more” of stewardship.
Friends, we have been invited on the most exhilarating journey in the history of the world. When we LEARN more of who Jesus is, we also learn more of who we are in Him. When we courageously FOLLOW where He leads, we experience the outpouring of His deep love for us. When we SHOW others His love through our hospitality and generosity, we participate in His Kingdom vision. When we TELL others who Jesus is, in and through our obedience, we become conduits of hope where we live, work and play.
The significance of this time of year cannot be stressed enough, both for our spiritual maturity and the future of Grace. I ask you to join me in deep prayer through the month of February. Pray for the Lord not only to remind us of His “more” in our lives but also to convict us to faithfully respond. Pray for the Holy Spirit to stir within each of our hearts an undeniable hunger and thirst for His righteousness.
I look forward to growing and giving with you.
Peace,
Trey
P.S Click this link to hear MORE about “But Wait, There’s More.”
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Our 9 a.m. Traditional Chapel service resumes on Sunday, March 1. For the month of February, we are excited to gather together in our 9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Sanctuary worship services as we explore our new sermon series, “But Wait, There’s More.” This sermon series will highlight incredibly powerful Stories of Grace each week, and we believe it blesses the body of Christ to experience the power of these testimonies together.
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Senior Pastor Trey Little Invites You on Tour
of Israel "In His Steps"
January 4-13, 2021
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 email or phone (mike@mikefanning.com; 210-710-6234).
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Grace Worship Night:
An Examined Life
Sunday, February 9, 5:30 p.m.,
The Founders' Chapel
Join us as we explore our daily practices and seek to rediscover the still, small voice of God in the ordinary moments of our lives. Childcare is available; please email dkay@gpch.org by Feb. 3 with your child's name and age to reserve a place.
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Now You Can Give
On the Go!
In less time than it takes to write a check, you can 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 also are 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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Welcome Dr. Hyeok Lee!
We are thrilled to welcome our new Director of Traditional Worship Music Ministries, Dr. Hyeok Lee. Hyeok received his Doctoral of Musical Arts in Choral Conducting from University of Houston in addition to his Masters of Music in Composition. He brings a wealth of experience as a church musician in various churches in the Houston area. Additionally, Hyeok’s experience includes being in Houston Symphony Chorus, Chorus Angelorum, Zachow Consort and Players, as well as teaching at Houston Community College. We are excited about getting to know Hyeok here at Grace!
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Something is Brewing
at Grace!
We are thrilled to announce the opening of Sacred Heart Coffee in our newly renovated Welcome Center.
Sacred Heart Coffee is a social enterprise of our mission partner, Attack Poverty. They produce premium hand-roasted coffee while providing needed employment, skill development, and connections for the under and unemployed of the Houston community. Our unique partnership with Sacred Heart Coffee enables us to make Jesus visible right here on campus as well as throughout the city.
The coffee bar features regular and decaf coffee and espresso drinks, teas, seasonal beverages, and occasional pastries and treats. Prices range from $2-5, and they accept cash or debit/credit cards.
Sacred Heart Coffee will be open each Sunday morning and will expand hours during the week in the next few weeks.
Please note, Grace will continue to offer complimentary coffee, water, lemonade, and cookies on Sunday mornings.
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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: on our homepage or live on our Facebook page.
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Women of Grace Luncheon
February 10, 11 a.m., Massey-Tucker Hall
Women of Grace is excited about our upcoming luncheon on February 10. Our Guest Speaker will be Chef Molly Fowler, The Dining Diva. She will present a cooking demonstration and share the recipes. Visit her website HERE. You may sign up to reserve your spot in our Welcome Center on Sunday, February 2.
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Student Ministries Crowded House
No Crowded House February 2
Enjoy the Super Bowl with friends and family. We’ll see you on February 9 for Crowded House at the Grace Worship Night. For more information about Crowded House, contact Phil Warman (pwarman@gpch.org; 713-267-8704).
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Spring Bible Studies
for Inspire Groups
Now Open
Join us in the Spring as we connect with one another in authentic community. Our goal is not just fellowship but to equip ourselves for living to make Jesus visible! We have weekly study opportunities for women of all ages and stages of life. To register, please click HERE. For more information, contact Gina Enriquez (genriquez@gpch.org; 713-267-5046). |
Help Feed
Our Student Ministry
on Sundays
Everyone knows that students love to eat, so can you help feed them to make their Sunday mornings extra sweet? Please click on this Sign Up Genius to contribute. Thank you in advance for your help and for your support in making Sunday mornings an awesome time for our students!
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Encore Day Trip
to Museum of Fine Arts
February 11, 9:45 a.m.-3 p.m.
Join us as we travel to see the Norman Rockwell: American Freedom exhibit.
Please be at the church at 9:45 a.m. for a 10 a.m. departure. We will return to Grace around 3 p.m. Cost is $25, and payment is due now.
Lunch is on your own at the MFA Café. For more information, contact Becky Morris (bmorris@gpch.org; 713-267-5091).
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Encore Day Trip
to Houston Livestock Show & Fairgrounds
March 16, 9:15 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Grab your boots and hats as we travel to the Houston Livestock Show and Fairgrounds. Please be at the church at 9:15 a.m. for a 9:30 a.m. departure. We will return to Grace around 3:30 p.m. Cost is $17, and payment is due by Sunday, March 1. For more information, contact Becky Morris (bmorris@gpch.org; 713-267-5091).
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Sunday Mission Sunday
Join us as we Tee Up for Student Mission Sunday on March 29, 2020! Registration is officially open and we are now accepting donations for our Silent Auction! Do you have tickets, vacation homes, hunting opportunities, or creative works that you can donate? Find the donation form on our registration page and bring your donations to the Welcome Center. All proceeds benefit this summer's student mission trips equipping our students to make Jesus visible. Questions? Please contact Lisa Schwartz.
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Parents' Night Out
Saturday, February 15, 5-9 p.m.
You CAN celebrate Valentine’s Day with a date night, just one day later! Bring the kids to us for Parents' Night Out. Kindergarten through fifth graders will have Triumph Sports activities and pizza/snacks. That registration is $20. Our Pre-K Fours and younger will have our traditional PNO night with pizza and snacks and plenty of play time. That registration is $10. Register HERE. For more information, contact Lisa Ann Henkel (lhenkel@gpch.org; 713-267-5015).
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Here's What We're Learning in TreeHouse
February 2
Bible Story Focus: Jesus loves everyone. (Woman at the Well) • John 4:1-30
Memory Verse: Love each other as I have loved you. • John 15:12, NIV
Key Question: Who does Jesus love?
Bottom Line: Jesus loves everyone.
Basic Truth: Jesus wants to be my friend forever.
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Here's What We're Learning in The Backyard
February 2
Bible Story Focus: You’re the Inspiration (No Greater Love) • John 15:12-13
Bottom Line: Love others because Jesus loves you.
Memory Verse: Here is what love is. It is not that we loved God. It is that he loved us and sent his Son to give his life to pay for our sins.• 1 John 4:10 (NIrV)
Life App: Choosing to treat others the way you want to be treated
Basic Truth: I should treat others the way I want to be treated.
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VBS Save the Date
Are you ready for VBS 2020? It’s almost time to “Focus: Take a Closer Look” at God’s love for us. Plan to join us June 8-11. Registration for volunteers and kids will open in April.
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Middle School/High School Summer Mission Trips
Middle School: June 21-26,
High School: July 19-24
Grace Middle and High School Ministries will partner with Blueprint Ministries in San Antonio this summer. Blueprint Ministries is a non-profit organization in urban San Antonio providing servant leadership training for youth and adults while restoring homes for elderly, disabled and low-income residents. Register HERE. For more information, contact Phil Warman (pwarman@gpch.org; 713-267-8704).
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Graduating Seniors Mission Trip
June 20-27
Grace Student Ministries’ Graduating Seniors will partner with Yucatan Peninsula Ministries (YPM) in Leona Vicario, Quintana Roo, Mexico (35 mins. SW of Cancun). Register HERE. For more information, contact Phil Warman (pwarman@gpch.org; 713-267-8704).
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Souper Bowl of Caring
Sunday, February 2
Feed the hungry in west Houston and participate in the annual Souper Bowl of Caring by bringing canned goods and dry foods to church on Sunday, February 2. Please drop off donations in the Welcome Center donation bins. Cash and check donations for WHAM will also be collected at the Welcome Center Desk. Last year, we exceeded our goal and collected 1,505 pounds of food. This year, our goal is to donate 2,000 pounds of food items to West Houston Assistance Ministries’ Food Pantry.
WHAM provides groceries for families to prepare nutritous meals, as well as daypacks of nonperishable foods to homeless clients. Here are some suggestions of items that help the hungry:
- Canned or dried beans
- Canned chili, soups, and stews
- Peanut butter
- Rice or pasta
- Oatmeal
- Diced tomatoes
- Tomato sauce
- Canned vegetables
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Hearts Beading for Kenya Gathers on Wednesdays
Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m.
Massey-Tucker Hall, Room 102
Hearts Beading for Kenya is back! Join us Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. New beaders are welcome, and no experience is necessary. Come for fun and fellowship. We meet in Massey Tucker, Rm. 104. For more information, contact Margaret Ellis (713-501-5140).
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Christian-Based
Counseling Available
at Grace
Thursdays, 1-5 p.m.
Christian-based counseling sessions are available through a Licensed Professional Counselor at Grace Presbyterian Church on Thursdays from 1-5 p.m. for a nominal fee. For more information/appointments call 281-881-8512 or email donnasullivan6697@gmail.com.
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Valentine's Day Collection for Local Teachers
Let’s show our local teachers some love this Valentine’s Day! Friends of Westchase hopes to collect 250 Valentine’s cards and $10 gift cards to any vendor to show our appreciation for the hardworking teachers at Paul Revere Middle School and Walnut Bend Elementary School. If you can help donate or organize a group to make cards, contact Nancy Bailey (nancy@friendsofwestchase.org).
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Welcome Home Jazzie, Igor, and Mila Claire!
Mission Partners, Jazzie and Igor Mukha along with their daughter Mila Claire, will be in Houston to visit with their Grace family February 14–March 3. When you see them, please welcome them and find time to hear ministry updates. Jazzie (from Serbia) and Igor (from Ukraine) serve with YWAM (Youth With a Mission) and have been in France since 2008. Their ministry includes building relationships with people in their community through evangelism, small groups, Bible studies, programs like VBS bilingual camp for children and Christmas concerts. Their desire is to see God’s kingdom come in Europe with many lives changed and transformed by the power of Gospel! If you would like to connect with them while they are in Houston, please contact Chris French.
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Feeling Down?
Stephen Ministry Can Help
Stephen Ministers aren’t just there for “big” crises. They are also available for the little ones, because many times the little things can really add up, especially at this time of year. So don’t wait until you have a really big crisis. Consider Stephen Ministry if the little things have you feeling down. If you or someone you know is going through a difficult time, contact Denise Phelps at dphelps@gpch.org or Susan Jernigan at 713-582-3332.
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Looking Ahead in 2020… SAVE the DATE!
February 2, Souper Bowl of Caring
February 9, Grace Worship Night
February 10, Women of Grace Luncheon
February 11, Encore Day Trip
February 15, Parents' Night Out
March 16, Encore Day Trip
March 29, Student Mission Sunday
June 8-11, VBS
June 20-27, Graduating Seniors Mission Trip
June 21-26, Middle School Mission Trip
July 19-24, High School Mission Trip
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