Diocesan Convention - February 3 and 4

 DIOCESAN CONVENTION The convention is Fri, Feb. 3and Sat., Feb 4. Our Delegates are: Wayne Ruben, Martha Reiner, Simone Plass.

For a Church Convention Almighty and everlasting Father, who hast given the Holy Spirit to abide with us for ever: Bless, we beseech thee, with his grace and presence, the bishops and the other clergy and the laity soon to be assembled in thy Name, that thy Church, being preserved in true faith and godly discipline, may fulfill all the mind of him who loved it and gave himself for it, thy Son Jesus Christ our Savior; who liveth and reigneth with thee, in the unity of the same Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen. 

Please Volunteer - Family Promise- (INTERFAITH HOSPITALITY NETWORK)

We are now only responsible for feeding the families, not housing them.  We are responsible for January 22 and January 29 weeks. We have been asked to  provide 1 meal per family per week to shop for  groceries from a provided for the rest of the week. A sign–up sheet to cook meals and to shop will be provided in early January, or email   smithvasfailo@aol.com

Inquirer's Class and Confirmation Classes

 We study a brief overview of the Bible, the Prayer Book, difference between various denominations in Christianity, the History of the Anglican Church, sacraments, ethics, and theology. Adults meet on Zoom or between the 8 and 10 a.m. services on Sunday. The 8th and 9th grade meet after the 10 a.m. service. Classes begin in January.

Community care Kitchen - All welcome to come for a takeout meal(s)

Everyone is welcome to come by the Community Care Kitchen and pick up a meal-to-go including families and seniors.  Please bring a large bag or two to carry the food.  In these tough times, there is a growing need and the churches are partnering with others in our community to make a difference in the world.  

Upcoming dates are December 17 and 31, January 14, 21 and 28, February 11, 18 and 25.  Anyone who would like to make a contribution can contact the Vincent Church Office or visit the VincentUMC.org website.Call the church office for information (973-235-1177) 

Community Care Kitchen - help needed

The Community Care Kitchen serves hot take-out meals three Saturdays per month at Vincent United Methodist Church (100 Vincent Place in Nutley) on the third and last Saturday of each month from 11:30-12:30 (and second Saturdays in 2023). Volunteers are needed to prepare and serve the take-out meals. Call the church office for more information (973-235-1177)

AmazonSmile & Grace Church - Especially as you do your holiday shopping!

When you make a purchase from Amazon, it makes a REAL difference to the church to purchase through AmazonSmile. The AmazonSmile foundation will donate one-half of a percent of eligible sales to Grace Church. When ordering, go to Amazon's AmazonSmile. Enter "grace nutley" in the search box. Then select Grace Church in Nutley as your charity. It's as easy as that! As of last November $664.23 went to Grace Church in Nutley at no cost to any shopper.

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.

Bible Study - "The Psalms" - Thursdays, 7 pm

Bible study is held on Thursday evenings as a hybrid program. All are welcome to attend!

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.

Wednesdays - Yoga class with Rev. Pamela

Yoga – Relaxation – Meditation - Wednesdays at 4:30 pm. Rev. Pamela teaches a 45-minute multi-level class on Zoom. Access is via our zoom information or use the link from the church's web site.

2023 Altar Flower Thanksgivings and Memorials

 The 2023 Flower Chart is hanging in the Narthex. Anyone wishing to sign up early for preferred flower memorial or thanksgiving dates may do so. Make a check payable for $ 50 or more to Grace Church Flower Guild. 

Food Pantry at St. Agnes in Little Falls

 Donations of dry and canned goods are appreciated. You can bring leave donation in the  vestibule outside the Sunday School building at any time.

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.

Can Sunday - First Sunday of the Month

Supplying our local pantry - the Nutley Family Service Bureau

Please bring non-perishable food to the Nutley Family Service Bureau pantry (rear of 155 Chestnut Street) at any time of the day. There are bins in the back to receive your donation. Pet food is needed, too.

Daniel's Dream Dog Rescue

Daniel's Dream is in need of pet food and clean, gently used blankets. Please call the church office for more information.

Alleluia Fund - for Outreach

Our Diocese celebrates and shares God's abundance through the Alleluia Fund. It distributes funds to programs providing practical, hands-on support to those most vulnerable in our diocese and internationally, and sponsored by our communities of faith or their members. Learn more here or to donate online. Checks can be made payable to Diocese of Newark with Alleluia Fund noted in the memo line. Mail checks to the Alleluia Fund, c/o Diocese of Newark, 31 Mulberry Street, Newark, NJ 07102.

Support the Animal Shelter

The Bloomfield Animal Shelter is in dire need of Pedigree canned dog foos (ground chicken with rice preferred) and Fancy Feast kitten food.  KMR kitten formula is also very much in need for abandoned kittens arriving daily at the shelter.  Towels, lightweight blankets are also needed.  Dog walkers and cat volunteers are also welcome.  All help is appreciated!