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Livin' Loud
What a week it was around Grace last week! Once again, Grace Presbyterian Church raised the bar when it comes to Vacation Bible School. This year’s theme was Livin’ Loud Lab... where God’s love ignites a chain reaction that changes the world!More than 550 kids, plus 180 teens and 160 adults, had an awesome week of mad science and lots of fun while learning about God’s great love for them. Among the rising 5th and 6th graders in Intersect, there were 16 kids who put their trust in Jesus for the very first time!
There was also an external component to VBS. Kids in Intersect packed 24,624 meals with Rise Against Hunger (formerly Stop Hunger Now) that will go all over the world to help those in need. The kids brought in over 500 food items (728 pounds) for the West Houston Assistance Ministries (WHAM) food pantry that will feed 146 families this summer. Additionally, there was a Change for Change competition to raise money for the Grace Girls’ High School in Kenya. Together the kids raised $3,149, which will cover tuition, room, and board for 6 girls to go to school. Grace’s Bless Strategy Team contributed another $400 to make it 7 girls! Praise the Lord!
I am so thankful for the leadership, devotion and preparation displayed last week by our Children’s Ministries team and the nearly 300 volunteers. During a week when the theme was “Livin’ Loud”—they certainly were, and it was so fun to witness (check out these video highlights from the week).
So now what? Do we just wait around until next June for God’s love to ignite a chain reaction that changes the world? Do we take an attitude that VBS is the only opportunity we have for “Livin’ Loud”? Do we just sit back and hope someone else will live out loud? I certainly hope not because that would be completely counter to who we are.
Here at Grace we are propelled by a vision of LIVING TO MAKE JESUS VISIBLE. I am convinced that when we do so, God will continue to ignite chain reactions. In turn, we will find ourselves energized by the stories He generates through His transformational power in our lives and the lives of those with whom we share His love.
Therefore, I want to encourage you to continue to seek opportunities every day when you can LIVE LOUD for Jesus – those opportunities where you can serve others or when you can remind a friend who is hurting that God’s love has unfathomable healing power. Expect the unexpected—trust the Lord to do the extraordinary in the midst of the ordinary.
Friends, it may be summer—but there is never a time to take a vacation from Livin’ Loud!
God is up to some big things here at Grace, and I remain very optimistic about our future. In fact, I am convinced The Future is Bright!
Peace,
Trey
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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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"In His Steps"
Tour of Israel with
Our Senior Pastor,
Rev. Dr. Trey Little
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 email or phone (mike@mikefanning.com; 210-710-6234).
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Here's What We're Learning
in the Backyard
June 24
Bible Story: He’ll Be There for You (Gideon) • Judges 6–8
Bottom Line: God can use you no matter what.
Memory Verse: “I remain confident of this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.” Psalm 27:13, NIV
Life App: Confidence—Living like you believe what God says is true
Basic Truth: I can trust God no matter what.
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Inspire! Summer Bible Studies
June 19 - July 31
This summer we are excited about our two new studies: Discerning the Voice of God by Priscilla Shirer and Church of the Small Things by Melanie Shankle.We look forward to having you there. For more information and registration, please click HERE. |
Encore Day Trip in July
Alley Theater
Saturday, July 21, 1:30 p.m.-5:45 p.m.
Join us for a trip to the Alley Theater. Holmes and Watson is a riveting new adventure from award-winning writer Jeffrey Hatcher. Three years after the mysterious death of beloved detective Sherlock Holmes off Reichenbach Falls, Dr. John H. Watson receives a telegram that suggests his old friend may still be alive. The mysterious wire was sent from a doctor who states that three patients in his asylum’s care have each claimed to be the late Sherlock Holmes. Watson embarks on a journey to disprove these claims. Could Sherlock Holmes really be alive after all this time?
COST: $25. Registration and payment deadline is Sunday, July 8. Be at the church by 1:30 p.m. We will return to Grace by 5:30 p.m. Seating is limited. If you have questions you can contact Becky Morris (bmorris@gphc.org; 713-267-5091). |
Here's What We're Learning in the Treehouse
June 24
Basic Truth: God made me. God loves me. Jesus wants to be my friend forever.
Key Question: What tells you which way to go?
Bottom Line: The Bible tells me which way to go!
Memory Verse: “Show me the right path, O Lord; point out the road for me to follow.” (Psalm 25:4)
Bible Story Focus: The Bible tells me I can talk to God anytime.
I Can Pray to God •Jeremiah 29:12
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Middle School
Pool Party
Help us welcome the incoming 6th graders at this awesome pool party. We’ll swim, eat tons of snacks, and
hang out.
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High School Mission Trip Reunion Party
Sunday, July 8, 6-8 p.m.
Wilchester Pool (880 Yorkchester Drive)
It’s going to be a great time of fun, friends, food, games, and more. Didn’t go on this year’s Mission Trip? That’s cool too. Come hang out with us anyway!
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WHAM Food Drive
Sunday, July 1
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: cereal, canned pasta, canned fruit and vegetables.
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Dessert with Mission Partner from Kenya, Stu Ross
Wednesday, July 25, 6:00 p.m.,
Church Library
Please join us for a wonderful evening with our Mission partner, Stu Ross. We'll enjoy coffee, dessert and engaging conversation with Stu. He will share about current ministry projects and details about a potential Grace mission trip for the summer of 2019.
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Back to School
Backpack Drive
It is never to early to think about the upcoming Back to School season for our partnership with Walnut Bend Elementary. This summer, we will be collecting school supplies and backpacks. You can drop off supplies and backpacks in the Filling Station (the church library) now through Sunday, August 5. Be a blessing and brighten up the school year for kids and families. Please shop for the following items:
- glue sticks
- blunt tip scissors
- box of #2 pencils
- box of 24 Crayola crayons
- mesh style backpack from Academy
- thick washable markers
- thin washable markers
- box of tissues
- pack of multi-colored highlighters
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Manna From Grace
Monday, June 25, 9:30 a.m.,
The Grace Kitchen (adjacent to Massey-Tucker Fellowship Hall)
Twice a month folks gather to have fun and fellowship while they prepare food for those in the family of Grace who are going through a time of illness or trial. While some of the meals are delivered, many are put in the church freezer, located right inside the portico door. These are for anyone to take when they know someone who could be blessed by one of these meals. If you would like to know more about Manna from Grace, volunteering or receiving meals, please contact Becky Morris (bmorris@gpch.org; 713-267-5091).
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Looking Ahead in 2018…SAVE the DATE!
August 26, Harvey Remembrance - ONE Worship Service at 10 a.m.
September 23, Phases: Parent Conversations at 10:15 a.m.
October 7, World Communion Sunday - ONE Worship Service at 10 a.m.
October 12-14, Together Forever
November 6, Wood Memorial Golf Tournament
December 2, Phases: Parent Conversation at 10:15 a.m.
December 16, Grace Kids Musical & Christmas 4 the City Habitat Build – ONE Worship Service at 10 a.m.
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