Parish Chili Cookoff, February 15

Is your chili the best this side of the Passaic River? Here is your chance to prove it (or judge the talents of those who claim such culinary achievement). On Saturday, February 15th at 6PM we will hold a casual evening of food and fellowship for the whole family.

Adult Confirmation

Are you an Adult who has not yet been Confirmed (or Received) into The Episcopal Church? If you would like to be this spring please reach out to Rev. Asa about information on the process for being Confirmed in The Episcopal Church (or being Received - those who were already Confirmed in The Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, or other Christian Tradition with Apostolic Succession).

Youth Event - February 23

Grace Youth are invited to join Rev. Asa, Ms Joan, and others from our diocese on Sunday, February 23rd at the American Dream Mall for Lunch and a Team Scavenger Hunt with other youth from across the Episcopal Diocese of Newark beginning at 12:30PM. We will begin together with Lunch and then participate in a Scavenger Hunt throughout the mall. Following the hunt we will gather for dessert and prizes. Registration info coming soon - Mark your calendars now!

February 2 - Scout Sunday

Are you or one of your children involved in Scouting? If so please reach out to our parish vergers (Bobby and Kevin) about participation as a lector, an intercessor, or an acolyte in the 10AM service on February 2nd when we will honor current and past scouts!

Pasta Dinner =- Saturday, January 25th at 5:30PM

You, along with your family and friends, are invited to gather for a delicious pasta dinner in the Parish Hall. Dinner includes drinks, salad, pasta, bread, and dessert! Youth will help with preparation and service during the meal. Tickets are $12 each and proceeds will go to support youth group activities. Please contact Joan Skorupski for more information.

The Mothers of God Exploring the Women in Matthew’s Genealogy of Jesus Christ-Extended!

The Good News according to Matthew begins with a genealogy of “God with us” including quick references to times God worked through unlikely people. Five women are named in Jesus’ lineage: Tamar, a widow; Rahab, a prostitute; Ruth, a foreigner; Bathsheba [the wife of Uriah], a victim; and of course Mary, a virgin. Our Advent Bible Study will explore the stories of these five women and how they played a pivotal role in God's plan for the salvation of the world. Wednesdays at 10:30AM (in person) and 7:30PM (via Zoom) meeting on December 4, 11, 18, and January 8 and 15.

Monthly Focused Food Drives

In December we will focus on supporting the ministry of North Porch. North Porch, a ministry founded by parishes in the Episcopal Diocese of Newark, provides support for infants and their mothers in our communities. Please join in helping mothers and infants in our communities by donating Baby Diapers and Baby Wipes this month as our parish “Food Bank Focus” at Grace Church. Our parish will also donate 50% of all offerings collected at the worship services on Christmas Eve and Day to North Porch.

Monthly Pizza and Prayer

We have an exciting and NEW opportunity this year for children and their families of our parish to eat, play, and worship together each month. This service begins by making pizzas together in our kitchen, then joining in a craft, game, or mission activity while it bakes. Once we’ve eaten our pizza we will join together for a brief service from the Book of Common Prayer (called Compline). September 18th will be our first monthly service of the year.

Weekday Morning Prayer

All are invited to attend our Services of Morning Prayer, Monday through Friday at 8AM, in the church sanctuary.

Comming this Fall - Grace Diners Club

Beginning this Autumn you will have the opportunity to get to know members of your Grace Church family a little better over dinner once a month. The Grace Diners Club is open to everyone: singles, couples, families - EVERYONE! More information will be available in the coming weeks - reach out to Kristin and David with questions or to sign up you and/or your family.

Altar Flower Memorials and Thanksgivings 2024

Fill request froms can be completed and place in the alms baisin or brought to the church office. Your check for $50.00 can be submitted on or near that date. Sanctuary Candles can be offered as well for $20.

Community Care Kitchen - help needed

The Community Care Kitchen serves melas on Saturdays at Vincent United Methodist Church (100 Vincent Place in Nutley. Volunteers are needed to prepare and serve meals. Call the church office for more information (973-235-1177)

Pledging and Donating - on-line

 Grace Church now uses the Vanco company to assist with your on-line donation or pledge. Go to the church's main page to find the "Donate" button. Click here.

St. Agnes Episcopal Church (Little Falls)

St. Agnes Church's pantry is in need of toothpaste, canned meats, laundry detergent, toilet paper, bar soap and coffee. Donations can be brought to St. Agnes or the the church.

Nutley Family Service Bureau is here to Help!

Nutley Family Service Bureau has food, clothing, case management services and counseling available for the community.

The community can call 973-542-8276 ext 200.

 

Additionally, please share that NFSB has a new Case Management program. This is a free advocacy service offered to families and individuals in need of assistance applying and recertifying for benefits and connecting to resources.

Would you like to serve as a reader at services?

 We are looking for parishioners who want to participate in this important ministry of reading the Lessons, the Prayers of the People, etc. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact the Parish Office.

Discover the joy of being a Hospice Volunteer

If you have a warm heart and a listening ear, and the gift of compassion, you can make the difference in the life of a hospice patient or family member. Barnabas Hospital is offering training for all individuals interested in volunteering. The training is held on  April 15, 22, and 29 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Barnabas hospice, 80 main Street, W.O. You must attend all three sessions.

Help bring joy to our homebound or someone celebrating a special occasion!

We deliver bouquets of flowers form the altar arrangements following the second service to parishioners to let them know we hold them in prayer. It's takes only a few minutes to bring flowers to a person's doorstep, brightening their entire day. We work with a rota, so you can let us know when you are available to assist. 

Call the church office to volunteer.

Support the Animal Shelter

Donations of pet food is appreciated in support of local animal shelters/programs. Donations may be left in the church narthex. All help is appreciated!