Grace Notes - Feb. 1, 2026 4th Sun. after the Epiphany

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*NO 8AM SERVICE ON March 29, 2026*

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SAVE THE DATE: 2026 TALENT AUCTION - MAY 15, 2026

Have you seen the previews for Mary on Netflix? Join us at Grace Episcopal Church at 1pm, in the Gathering Place, for a group viewing as we embark on this epic journey with Mary. From a miraculous event to a ruthless king, let’s experience her brave fight to bring Jesus into the world. Popcorn will be provided! Feel free to bring your favorite snacks and beverages to enhance your viewing experience! 

Friday the 13th is coming up and we are going to lean into the fun! Join us at 6pm for Black Cat Bingo, a night of bingo fun, laughter and community. Just bring a wrapped white elephant gift, a dish to pass and a friend (or many friends) to share in the games! There is no bad luck here, just a great night with friends and family! Everyone is welcome! 

We are now collecting palm crosses from previous years to be used for Ash Wednesday. Please bring them to church and place them in one of the four baskets located throughout the church. We ask that you return them by Shrove Tuesday (2/17). Thank you in advance for your help!

Join us for a delicious evening at our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper! Come enjoy tasty pancakes, great company, and fun as we kick off the season of Lent together. All are welcome—bring your family and friends! We can't wait to see you there! Come early, stay late, and indulge in all-you-can-eat pancakes. 

A free will offering will be accepted.

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

• Palm Sunday Service will be at 10am on 3/29. There will be no 8 am service that day. 
• Maundy Thursday Service will be at 7pm on 4/2. We will also have foot washing for those that wish to join us. 
• For Good Friday, the Stations of the Cross will be at 11am, followed by our Good Friday Service at 12pm on 4/3.
• Our Easter Service will be at 8am and 10am on 4/5. There will also be a Holy Baptism during the 10am service. If you would like more information, please speak to Rev. Shadrack or call the front office and speak to Angie. Everyone is welcome to join us! 

• 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!
• Safe Church Training
  •  Safe Church Training will be offered soon for clergy, vestry members, staff, and all who serve with children, youth, or vulnerable adults. Training is renewed every three years, and those who completed it in 2023 will be invited to update their training. More details coming soon. 
• Winter Essentials Still Needed
  • The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) are in critical need of winter items and are currently out of warm supplies for the Clothes Line. Winter is not over, and temperatures continue to remain low, and people in our community are in immediate need of warmth. We still urgently need new or lightly used clean mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, socks, and hand or foot warmers to hang on the clothesline in the Good News Garden for anyone who needs them. Monetary donations are also deeply appreciated, and the ECW will gladly do the shopping for you. Thank you to everyone who has already donated — your generosity has truly helped. However, the cold persists, and the need is ongoing and urgent. Every item makes a difference right now. Donations may be dropped off in the Gathering Place. For questions, please see Jane Clay or Mary Gale McPharlin.
• Lenten Luncheon Series - 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26
  • It’s almost time again for the Olde Town Churches Lenten Luncheon Series at St. John’s United Church of Christ (710 Pine Street, Port Huron). Join us beginning in late February for a meaningful message, a shared meal, and a time of fellowship as we journey together through the Lenten season. A freewill offering will be collected. Everyone is welcome to join us—bring a friend and be part of this special time together! 
• Dish Towel Ministry
  • It’s a new year for the Dish Towel Ministry at Grace! Volunteers help by washing dish towels and dish cloths once a month as needed. Once laundered they are returned to the kitchen. If you’d like to get involved, sign up for a month or two on the sheet on the refrigerator in the kitchen. 
• 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!  

• Acolytes - If you are interested in being an acolyte, please speak to Jason Gibson.
• Feb 8-Parent/Grandparent Meeting - This is for all adults caring for K-12th grade youth following the 10am service. Please grab a coffee and snack and join us in the library for a brief meeting about our programming.
• March 4 - Youth Choir 6th-12th Grade begins at 6:15pm

• Feb 8 - Parent/Grandparent Meeting for Youth Ministries
• Feb 13 - Black Cat Bingo @ 6pm (Gathering Place)
• Feb 17 - Previous Years Palm Crosses Due Back 

                         - Shrove Tuesday/Pancake Supper 5pm-7pm (MDA)

• Feb 18 - Ash Wednesday @7pm
• Feb 26 - Lenten Luncheon at St. Johns UCC@12pm (710 Pine St.)
• Feb 28 - Altar Cleaning @ 10am
• Mar 4 - Youth Choir 6-12th Grade Starts @ 6:15pm  
• Mar 5 - Lenten Luncheon @ 12pm at St. Johns UCC @12pm (710 Pine St.)
• Mar 12 - Lenten Luncheon @ 12pm at St. Johns UCC @12pm (710 Pine St.)
• Mar 17 - Quiet Day from 9am-1pm
• Mar 19 - Lenten Luncheon @ 12pm at St. Johns UCC @12pm (710 Pine St.)
• Mar 26 - Lenten Luncheon @ 12pm at St. Johns UCC @12pm (710 Pine St.)
• Mar 28 - Palm Cross Making/Decorating for Palm Sunday @10am
• Mar 29 - Palm Sunday @ 10am (no 8am service) / Stripping of the Altar
• Mar 30 - Pop-Up Food Pantry @ 10am