Grace Notes - July 5, 2026 6th Sunday after Pentecost

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SAVE THE DATE:          GARAGE SALE - JULY 31 - AUGUST 2, 2026

• July 4 - Independence Day
• July 11 - Yoga in the Garden at 9:15am
• July 12 - Building & Grounds starts meeting at 10:30am
• July 18 - Yoga in the Garden at 9am
• July 30 - Garage Sale Setup starts at 10:30am
• July 31 - Garage Sale from 10am - 3pm
• August 1 - Garage Sale from 10am - 3pm
• August 2 - Garage Sale Closeout from 10am - 12:00pm
• August 4 - National Night Out (Time TBD)
• September 6 - Holy Eucharist last 9am service
• September 7 - Labor Day
• September 13 - Holy Eucharist 8 & 10am service time begins
• September 14 - Pop - Up Food Pantry
• September 18 - Bingo Night from 6pm - 8pm

We are looking for temporary storage space near the church to help store Garage Sale items ahead of our event. If you have space available or know of a nearby option, please contact either Nancee Armstrong or the church office—we would really appreciate the help. 

Come spend a peaceful summer morning at Yoga in the Garden—a feel-good outdoor yoga experience designed to leave you refreshed, relaxed, and smiling. Whether you’re brand new to yoga, love a good stretch, or prefer chair yoga, this class is for you. Everyone is welcome! Join us on July 11 at 9:15 AM and July 18 at 9AM for these FREE classes. Just bring yourself (and maybe a friend), some water, and a yoga mat or comfy chair to practice in. Come breathe, stretch, and enjoy your Saturday morning in the garden—no pressure, just good vibes. And don’t forget your sunscreen! Questions? Reach out to Nancee Armstrong. We’ll meet on sunny Saturdays only, so keep an eye on the weather. 

The YMCA of Port Huron provides shower access for individuals experiencing homelessness in our community. While we are still collecting new or clean, gently used towels, we are also asking for personal hygiene items, socks, and washcloths (no hand towels). Please place donations on the cart at the Lee’s Lane door, and ECW will ensure they are delivered to the YMCA. 

Thank you for your continued 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
• Canned Fruit
• Mac & Cheese
• Soup & Crackers
• Toilet Paper
• Kleenex
• Canned Tuna
• Jell-O & Puddin Cups
• Individual Snacks

• 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.

• Clothes Line Help Needed -  With spring now in full swing, we’ve shifted our focus to filling our clothesline with T-shirts for those in need. As the days get warmer, access to clean, comfortable clothing becomes even more important. If you’re able to donate, we would truly appreciate your support. Every item helps us continue caring for members of our community. Thank you for being part of this effort! 

• 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. 

• Garage Sale Update 
• July 30 - Setup starts at 10:30am
• July 31 & August 1 - Sale runs from 10am-3pm 
• August 2 - Closeout from 10am - 12pm
• Donations & Pickup Assistance : have items you'd like to donate but can't transport them to Grace? Give the church office a call! If you're downsizing or need help getting your donations to the church, we can help coordinate transportation. We'd love to assist—just reach out. 
• Volunteers Needed: The volunteer sign-up sheet is available in the Lees Lane Lobby. Whether you can help with setup, during the sale, or cleanup, we'd love to have your support. If you're unable to volunteer, you can still make a difference by signing up to bring food for our team or donating cases of bottled water for our volunteers and customers. 
• Come Find a Treasure! Discover great deals on furniture, home appliances, toys, home décor, and a wide variety of household items. You never know what unique treasure you'll find!

• Book Club: Join us July 27 at 7pm, for our Book Club Meeting at Grace. This meeting we will be discussing "The Widows Adventures" by Charles Dickinson. Join us as we follow two elderly sisters on a cross-country journey filled with humor, reflection, and emotional discovery. The story explores family, forgiveness, loneliness, and the freedom to begin again. 

• Forward Day By Days Available: Forward day-by-day books are available near Ven. Linda’s office. If you would like one, we kindly ask for a donation of $1.50 for the smaller books and $2.00 for the larger books, when available. Donations help support continued availability. Thank you for your support. 

• Flower Memorials Available :  Did you know that altar flowers not only make our worship space more beautiful, but are also shared after each service in smaller vases and delivered to those who could use a little extra love? During the summer months, however, altar flower memorial dates are often harder to fill, and we could use your help. If you would like to sponsor a vase (or two) in honor or memory of a loved one, please contact the office with the dedication name(s), the giver(s), and your preferred date. A donation of $45 per vase will help cover the cost, and dates most in need of sponsorship are listed below. Thank you for helping to make our worship space more welcoming and for sharing care and kindness through this meaningful ministry. 

        

            7/12/26 - 1 memorial available            7/19/26 - 2 memorials available

            8/16/26 - 2 memorials available          8/30/26 - 2 memorials available

• Niche Flower Holder for Columbarium Now Available:  Our columbarium now offers Niche Flower Holders to provide families with a respectful way to place flowers in remembrance of those interred. A suggested donation of $45 is requested to help offset the cost of each holder, and we will be pleased to arrange installation on your loved one’s niche in a timely manner once the donation is received. To obtain a niche flower holder, please contact either Maureen or Angie. 

• Kroger Community Rewards: Our church continues to participate in the Kroger Community Rewards Program. If you are already enrolled, please check the bottom of your Kroger receipt to confirm that your purchases are being credited to the program. If you are not currently enrolled—or if your enrollment has expired—it may be time to renew, as registration must be updated annually. To do so, visit Kroger.com, select Savings & Rewards, then click Community Rewards, and follow the prompts to renew your enrollment. This is an easy and meaningful way to support our church through everyday purchases.

• Did you know? That you can leave Grace Episcopal Church in your will?? Consider helping the church by using the following wording: “I hereby give, devise, and bequeath to Grace Episcopal Church, a non-profit church, with the current address of 1213 Sixth Street, Port Huron, MI 48060, and its successor, the greater of $_______, or ________ percentage of my gross estate, to be used in such manner as determined by their financial policies and bylaws.”  

• Grace Ministry needs you!  Have you ever thought abut being a Eucharistic Minister or a Lector? Is God calling you to this Ministry? If so, please contact Ven. Linda Crane or Rev. Shadrack. 

•  Need Safe Church Training? Visit here to take the online course: https://tinyurl.com/jrfp8t2y Remember to send Angie a copy of your certificate so we can keep it on file. Thank you!  

• 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! 

• As part of The Episcopal Diocese of the Great Lakes, we invite you to visit greatlakesepiscopal.org to learn more about the Diocese and its many ministries.