Grace Notes - April 12, 2026 The Second Sunday of Easter

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Holy Eucharist at 8am & 10am

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SAVE THE DATE:          TALENT AUCTION - MAY 15, 2026

                                       GARAGE SALE - JULY 31 - AUGUST 2, 2026

 Get ready for an evening of fun, food, and fellowship at 6pm! Bring a dish to share, along with either a $5 donation or paper products (paper towels, toilet paper, or Kleenex). New to the game? No problem—we’ll have a beginners table for newbies and are happy to teach you, so everyone is welcome! Enjoy some friendly competition and compete for prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Best of all, our 1st place winner gets to help decide which area of the church will benefit from the game proceeds! 

It’s a special time to come together as a community and honor the mariners who work, live, and sail on the water. Whether you're a seasoned seafarer, a weekend boater, or just someone who loves the water—we’d love to have you there. Stick around afterward for a light reception. Hope to see you there! 

The YMCA of Port Huron generously opens its showers to members of our homeless community and really needs more bath towels. Towels don’t need to be new—clean, gently used ones are appreciated as well. This is an ongoing drive, and we’re also collecting washcloths (no hand towels), personal hygiene items, and socks. Please place your donations on the cart at the Lee’s Lane door, and ECW will make sure everything gets to the YMCA. Thank you so much for your kindness and support. 

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

• Need Food? -   If you or your family need food assistance, please visit: https://forms.gle/6xY42o6nMa8ystw87 to contact Rev. Shadrack Owuor or Ven. Linda Crane, to access our food pantry. All requests for assistance will be kept confidential.

• Help Keep the Coffee Flowing -  We’re on the hunt for a 12-cup coffee maker (“Mr. Coffee” style) for the kitchen. Your donation could make a big difference—after all, happy mornings start with great coffee! 

• Lost and Found Box - We've placed a lost and found box in the copy room. If you or someone you know is missing something, be sure to check the box!

• Prayer List Update -  To keep our prayer list current, we’ve moved to a 4-week prayer cycle. 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. 

• Yard Sale Update -  Prepare the way! If you have items that need to get to Grace, but you cannot provide transportation, call the church. If you are downsizing we can help! 

• Bible Study - Join us for a time of encouragement, reflection, and connection at our weekly Bible Study, held every Wednesday at 10:00 AM. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of Scripture or simply spend time in fellowship, all are welcome to attend. A reminder email is sent out every Tuesday to everyone, which also includes a Zoom link for those who wish to join online. To join our reminder email, just call Angie in the office! 

• The final Safe Church, Safe Communities Training will be held April 18, 2026, from 12:30–5:30 PM at Grace Episcopal Church. Led by McKenzie Bade-Knill, this required training focuses on creating safe environments for children, youth, and vulnerable adults and is open to all church leaders and volunteers. The session is interactive and engaging, with an online option available if you can’t attend in person: https://tinyurl.com/jrfp8t2y Sign up in the Lees Lane Lobby or here: https://form.jotform.com/260535254231045 Please register soon and bring a dish or light refreshments to share. Not sure if you need the training? If you received an email about the training, we kindly ask that you complete it—either in person or online—and send Angie a copy of your certificate so we can keep it on file. 

• The Episcopal Diocese of the Great Lakes will offer an online opportunity to complete the ChurchNext Building Beloved Community series from August 27 to October 1 on Thursdays at noon for an hour and fifteen minutes. Registration for this program will be available beginning in June. More details to come soon! 

• Apr 17 - Euchre Night @ 6pm
• Apr 18 - Safe Church Training 12:30-5:30 pm. 
• Apr 27 - Pop-Up Food Pantry @ 10am
• May 3 - 50th Annual Mariners' Service @ 10am
• May 15 - Talent Auction (Dinner at 5pm, Auction Starts at 6pm)
• May 17 - Altar Guild's Spring Bake Sale 9am - 12pm
• June 14 - Graduation Sunday Service @ 10am