Grace Notes - Dec 28, 2025 1st Sunday after Christmas
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What's Happening at Grace:
* Annual Meeting Info - Jan 25 *
- Reports Needed: Grace Church will hold our Annual Parish Meeting on January 25, 2026. Committee chairs are reminded to submit their reports to the front office by December 31, 2025. Chairs unsure of what reports are required may contact the church office at 810-985-9539 or secretary@graceporthuron.net. Timely submissions help ensure the 187th Annual Meeting Report is complete and ready.
- Vestry Election: It’s almost time to elect new vestry members at our Annual Meeting. If you or someone you know would like to run for a 2026 vestry position, please complete a nomination form by January 11, 2026. Forms are available in the Lees Lane Lobby - OR Click Here - for a PDF copy of the form. Be sure to include a color photo for the Annual Report and submit both items to Angela in person or at secretary@graceporthuron.net.
* Outreach Needs Your Help!*
The Outreach Committee expresses a thank you to our Grace Family for your continued pantry support. The following items are needed for seniors and Roosevelt families:
- Spaghetti Sauce
- Spaghetti O's
- Saltine Crackers
- Ravioli
- Canned Vegetables (Corn, Green Beans, Baked Beans)
- Fruit Cups
- Soup
- Toilet Paper
- Kleenex
* More Grace News... *
- Prayer List Update
- To keep our prayer list current, we’ve moved to a 4-week prayer cycle as of 9/21/25. Names will remain on the list for four Sundays unless we’re asked to extend them. Submit requests in the Lees Lane Lobby, by calling 810-985-9539, or online at www.graceporthuron.net/prayer-request. Thank you for supporting one another in prayer.
- Gentle Weather Reminder
- As winter approaches, we just want to kindly remind everyone that Grace follows the same schedule as Port Huron Schools when it comes to weather. If the schools are closed due to snow or other weather conditions, our church will also be closed for everyone’s safety. We care about each of you—please stay safe, cozy, and warm this season!
- Soup Kitchen Needs Your Help
- Are you interested in volunteering at the Soup Kitchen and making a difference in our community? Your time and support can bring hope and nourishment to those in need. Our next volunteer opportunity is December 30th from 2:00–5:00 PM, and we still need 2 more volunteers. Additional dates will be available soon. To get involved or learn about future opportunities, please contact Mary Gale McPharlin or email Nancee Armstrong at nearmstr1@gmail.com. Click here to explore a moment of grace shared at the soup kitchen: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:57c66150-e972-43c5-a48f-513f0ccb0676
- Winter Essentials Needed
- The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) are hosting a Winter Essentials Drive, collecting new mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, socks, and hand or foot warmers to hang on the clothesline in the Good News Garden for anyone in need of warmth this season. Monetary donations are also welcome, and the ECW will gladly do the shopping for you. Donations can be dropped off in the Gathering Place, and anyone with questions is encouraged to see Jane Clay or Mary Gale McPharlin for more information.
Upcoming Events:
- Dec 28 - No Adult Formation
- Dec 31 - Annual Reports Due
- Jan 1 - New Years Day - Church Closed
- Jan 17 - Altar Guild Meeting
- Jan 25 - Annual Meeting
- Feb 4 - Movie Matinee (Mary) @ 2pm (New Date!)
Coming Soon: BINGO - Date to be determined!