As we move into the month of March, I am noticing how many people have received at least one if not both of their vaccine shots. Thank God that we can see signs of hope after such a crazy year. Many of you have been sources of encouragement to me over the past twelve months, and I thank God for you. This…

We have now entered the season of Lent, and I have a challenge for everyone. Rather than focusing upon sacrifices and traditional fasting, let’s use this season to build relationships with people. We have over 800 people on our membership rolls at Grace, and I know that many of us do not know each other. Take your church directory and a person…

Dear Grace Family: As you read this, we are less than one week from Ash Wednesday and the beginning of our Lenten season. The word “lent” means “spring”, and in its old English and Germanic origins refers to the “lengthening of days.” Historically, Christians have recognized the 40 days between Ash Wednesday and Easter, excluding Sundays, as a time to reflect upon…

As many of you are aware, here at Grace we offer the country store four times each year, and this weekend is the time. If you can help set up or drop off donations on Friday at 6 PM, please do! If you can help serve on Saturday morning from 9 to 11:30 AM, that would be great! This is an opportunity…

In less than three weeks, we will begin the season of Lent here at Grace with our Ash Wednesday service on February 17 at 6:30pm in our sanctuary. We have planned for a safe and socially distanced imposition of ashes for anyone who wishes to receive ashes as part of the service (plus we will stream the service live on our Grace…

This week, we have observed the inauguration of a new president and vice-president here in the United States. At the beginning of a new presidency, it is important for all Americans, and especially Christians, to pray for the success and well-being of the new administration and to pray for the former president and his family as they transition to a new life…

It really is true that there is no substitute for personal experience. This week, Colleen and I have experienced the covid virus first-hand. Thankfully, neither of us has had any significant breathing issues, but the discomfort, fatigue, and general exhaustion is tough. We are grateful that we can quarantine at home and we ask for your prayers as we recover. Several other…

Happy New Year! Recently, I have been thinking about the phrase, “We make plans and God laughs.” Certainly, this was true for many of us for our 2020 plans. Because only God knows the future, we are not able to anticipate how events outside our control will affect our lives. So in light of this reality, how do we approach a new…

Dear Grace Family:  This is my last Gracevine article for 2020! Despite the challenges of this year, with God’s help we will end the year on a good note. I look forward to the Christmas musical entitled “Gloria” this Sunday, December 20 at 11am, 2pm, and 5pm. Please spread the word about this event and invite friends to attend in-person or online.…

Dear Grace Family: If you have not already done so, remember to sign up for our Christmas cantata, which we will offer at 11am, 2pm, and 5pm on December 20, 2020. Our music department has really worked hard on this, and you are in for a real treat! The registration process is offered on our website and Facebook page. The purpose of…