HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
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April 14 – Noon Eucharist in the Chapel
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April 15 – Noon Eucharist in the Chapel
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April 16 – Noon Eucharist in the Chapel
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April 17 – Maundy Thursday – 6:30 pm
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April 18 - Stations of the Cross - 11 am
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April 18 – Good Friday – Noon
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April 19 – Easter Vigil with Baptism – 6:30 pm
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April 20 – Easter 8 am and 10:30 am
OUR CURRENT EVENTS
OUTREACH AT GRACE
Our next "Change for Change" Sunday will be on April 6th. Money collected will be set aside for Camp Weed Scholarships for our youth and children. Bring in your spare change and deposit into the designated containers. Paper money and checks also accepted. If writing a check please write "Camp Weed Scholarships" on the memo line
GRACE BOOK CLUB
Our book for April is An Invisible Thread. We will meet in the Conference Room on April 1 to discuss.
If you read the book and are interested in joining us, you are welcome! We have some wonderful group discussions.
MEN'S GRILL & CHILL
Thursday, April 3
6:30 pm
Benedict Hall
Bring something to grill and your favorite beverage
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DAILY LENTEN REFLECTIONS
During the season of Lent, Fr. Aaron will be sending out daily reflections If you would like to receive them, please sign up at GraceOP.net/lent.
STATIONS OF THE CROSS
Stations of the Cross are on Fridays at 5pm in the Church through Lent. The last station will be the morning of Good Friday at 11:00 am (note the time change).
The stations will be led by the Women of Grace Chapter of the Daughters of the King. A DOK member will be there to greet and assist you.
Please join us for this Lenten discipline as we journey with Jesus through his trial, suffering and crucifixion.
Faithfully,
Mother Celeste+
FLOWER DEDICATIONS
FOR EASTER
Easter will be here soon. If you would like to make an Easter dedication in celebration of, or memory of anyone, the suggested donation is $20.00. The deadline for these dedications is April 11, 2025.
The dedication forms will be included in the bulletins or can found in the back of the chapel or in the narthex of the church. There are flower dedication envelopes by the flower chart and you can put your check and dedication form in the collection plate or drop it off in the secure box outside the church office. Please note "Easter dedication" in the memo section of your check. If you pay by cash, please attach it to your dedication form.
HOMELESS MINISTRY
Thank you for your continued support as we minister to God’s people who live on the streets. Your donations provide hope and relief for those who are struggling to stay alive and find a purpose other than addiction, abuse and isolation.
Presently, we are in need of the following items:
SNACKS
Small boxes of raisins and trail mix
Protein/ granola bars
Fruit cups
Packs of crackers
TOILETRIES
Deodorant
Lotion
Bars of soap
Washcloths
MISCELLANEOUS
Large bandaids
Neosporin
Towels
Socks
Towels
Large t-shirts- Men’s
Small outdated devotional books
Please pray that our gifts abundantly bless others.
Blessings,
Donna Mapel
CLAY KITCHEN AT ORANGE PARK SENIOR CENTER
We continue to help with the meals at the Orange Park Senior Center. Our next date will be on April 26.
VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED to prepare food as well as serve and provide fellowship for those in need. Many of these folks are lonely, and having a conversation with them is as important as providing food.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact John Phillips at jphillips653@aol.com
SUNDAY SOCIAL
April 13 immediately following the 10:30 service
The church will provide baked ziti. Bring a generous salad, side dish or dessert to share.
Everyone is welcome!
SUMMER CAMP AT CAMP WEED
Summer Camp registration is open and spots are filling fast! Register soon for a summer to remember at Camp Weed, our Diocesan church camp.
Programming includes a variety of activities to engage campers and to help promote their spiritual, physical, and mental growth.
Activities include kayaking, archery, ropes course, swimming, arts and crafts, worship, and so much more. Campers are divided into large groups, small groups, and cabin groups throughout the day to give them opportunities to get to know others, themselves, and God a little bit better.
Register HERE
"FOR WHERE TWO OR THREE ARE GATHERED IN MY NAME, THERE AM I AMONG THEM."
Matthew 18:20
