Grace Presbyterian Church

HOLY WEEK

Seder Meal, Thursday, April 1 at 6:00 p.m.

Maundy Thursday Service, Thursday, April 1 at 7:00 p.m.

Good Friday Service, Friday, April 2 at 7:00 p.m.

Easter Sunrise Service, Sunday, April 4 at 6:45 a.m.

Celebration Service, Sunday, April 4 at 8:30 a.m.

Traditional Service, Sunday, April 4 at 11:00 a.m.

 For the past several years, Grace has celebrated the Passover Seder meal on Maundy Thursday evening.  The Seder meal tells the story of God’s actions in Hebrew history, bringing it out of the past and making it a present reality for everyone, since they personally become part of the story.  The Passover Seder meal celebration is a wonderful teaching tool appealing to all the senses and involving everyone in the telling of the story of God.  It represents the very best of communal liturgy.  Again this year, we will be celebrating the Passover Seder meal on Maundy Thursday, April 1.  The meal will begin at 6:00 p.m. and we will celebrate together in the sanctuary.  A sign-up sheet is posted in the Narthex and we ask that anyone planning to attend be sure to sign-up, so that we will know how many tables to set up and much food to prepare.  Please remember that this is a symbolic meal, not a full meal, so plan accordingly.  A brief Maundy Thursday worship service with communion will follow the Seder and everyone is invited to attend this worship service, even if you don’t attend the Seder.  If you would be willing to help with preparations for the Seder Meal, please contact Roger Perez or Barb McAllister.  Thanks you so much.

Calendar Reminders/Changes

Encouragement and Nurture Ministry, Thursday, March 25 at 6:30 p.m.  (contact Valerie Knox at valerie.knox@att.net or Hector Bayona at hlbayona@yahoo.com).

Building and Grounds, Saturday, March 27 at 8:00 a.m. (contact Louie Nash at louie@nashfolk.net).

NEW DAY Ministries Task Force, Tuesday March 30 at 7:15 p.m.

 EASTER TREASTS FOR NEW DAY–New Day teens would appreciate some treats for Easter–candy, chocolate eggs, etc.  If you would like to contribute, bring your donations to the church by Tuesday, March 30–bags will be filled Wednesday and delivered on Maundy Thursday (and please–no peanut butter or hard boiled eggs).

 GRACE PRESBYTERIAN YOUTH CONNECTION

Wednesday, March 24, Youth Bible Study!  6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Bauerle’s, 202 Westbrook!  Bring your Bible and a friend!   

Sunday, March 28, EMILY NIGHT! GPC, 5:00-8:00 p.m.  Bring $3 for dinner. 

Sunday, April 4, Happy Easter! No Youth Meeting  

MEETINGS

Sunday’s, Confirmation Class, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

 ANNOUNCEMENTS 

SPRING YOUTHQUAKE for Jr. High has been cancelled due to lack of participation. 

 Monthly installments for Mo Ranch are now due… Jr. High= $88.33 / Sr. High= $108.33 Full tuition must be paid by April 20.

GPYC Spring Retreat, April 16-18, $60/person due April 1!  Brookhaven Christian Retreat Center, Hawkins, TX  Release of Liability must accompany payment!  See Sheryl if you did not get one.  Female Sponsor needed

SENIOR NIGHT!  May 2, 2010, 6:00-8:00 p.m. at GPC Come help us honor our GPC Graduating High School Seniors with a sit-down Italian style dinner!

PARENTS of Seniors: We need your help!  Please send us photos of your Senior for our slideshow presentation!  Baby, childhood, or special photos you would like to celebrate are welcome.  Originals and digital pictures will be accepted.  Send via email to Sheryl at s.machen@yahoo.com, or Emily at emily.mcallister@sbcglobal.net.

 MISSION TO COLORADO! JUNE 19-25!  SPACE IS LIMITED to 20, only 5 spots left!  Deadline to sign up is April 1, 2010!   *YMCA of the Rockies at Snow Mountain Ranch* Cost is $199/person, (free time activities cost not included), $50 non-ref deposit to hold space!

 Is God calling you to be a SPONSOR of YOUTH?  WE NEED YOU in order to make GPYC successful!  Contact Sheryl, or Rick Brunson at (817)925-9467, to become certified in CPP! 

 For information on Youth Events, contact Sheryl at s.machen@yahoo.com, or call (817)296-7208