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[Sunday] Matthew 2 - Richer
Virtually every life transforming event recorded in Scripture includes a journey, a process the people involved go through that leads to insight, transformation and new life for all willing to engage that journey. The journey always includes elements of sacrifice, worship, trust and faith. Christmas is about Jesus making the journey from heaven to earth, for the Magi it was the journey from wisdom to humility. For us, it is a journey to wonder and new life.
Virtually every life transforming event recorded in Scripture includes a journey, a process the people involved go through that leads to insight, transformation and new life for all willing to engage that journey. The journey always includes elements of sacrifice, worship, trust and faith. Christmas is about Jesus making the journey from heaven to earth, for the Magi it was the journey from wisdom to humility. For us, it is a journey to wonder and new life.
What Had happened at Grace this week.
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[Sunday] Psalm 2 - Richer
Psalm 1 provides a blueprint for spiritual life, and helps us see how Jesus grew into His Messianic role. Psalm 2 broadens from individual growth to God's MESSIANIC PLAN for the world and takes in the entire sweep of history. This Sunday we are in an Advent state of mind. Next Sunday we celebrate Christmas in July through the eyes of the Magi.
Psalm 1 provides a blueprint for spiritual life, and helps us see how Jesus grew into His Messianic role. Psalm 2 broadens from individual growth to God's MESSIANIC PLAN for the world and takes in the entire sweep of history. This Sunday we are in an Advent state of mind. Next Sunday we celebrate Christmas in July through the eyes of the Magi.
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Finial Night of Bible Club 26’ [photos]
We closed out our final Bible Club of the year on Wednesday, and wow... what an amazing year it has been!
We closed out our final Bible Club of the year on Wednesday, and wow... what an amazing year it has been! 🎉
We went all out for the finale. Betsy blew everyone away with some super fun science experiments, and the kids got to taste passion fruit for their tropical fruit treat. After getting creative with some fish art projects, we ended the day with absolute chaos, throwing over a thousand water balloons at each other (and the parents!).
Huge thanks to everyone who helped make this entire year so fantastic.
Red, White and BBQ [Photos]
Wow, what a great turnout for Red, White, and BBQ!
Wow, what a great turnout for Red, White, and BBQ! Big thanks to Jerry for smoking up some amazing chicken and pork, and for providing the brisket for our raffle. Shoutout to the winners—hope you enjoy it!
Thanks to everyone who came through and brought food. The games this year were next level. The sponge water-transfer game was a blast, and the tug-of-war was hysterical, I love how many people randomly jumped in to help! It seriously warms my heart to see everyone hanging out, talking, and laughing together.
[Sunday] Joshua 1:9 - Richer
Be strong and courageous" isn't God telling you to try harder. It's an invitation to rest in the victory He has already won.
"Be strong and courageous" isn't God telling you to try harder. It's an invitation to rest in the victory He has already won.
Questions for the Week: Joshua 1:9
In what areas of your life (parenting, career, relationships) do you feel the exhausting pressure that everything depends entirely on your performance?
Read Joshua 1:1-9: Joshua was facing an impossible, terrifying transition with the death of Moses and a flooded river ahead of him. Have you ever faced a life transition that felt impossible, and how did God's presence carry you through it?
It’s exhausting to constantly try to bend God's will to match what we want—whether in our jobs, marriages, or politics. Jesus did the exact opposite in the Garden of Gethsemane ("Not my will, but yours be done"). When is it hardest for you to stop fighting and trust God’s plan?
God gives Joshua the victory. How does it take the pressure off you to know that God doesn't need you to be a "perfect professional" to do His work in someone else's life?
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Church Family in need of Van Because of Fire.
Family in need after van fire.
The past couple of weeks have been quite a whirlwind for Emily and Fabrice!
Two weeks ago, they welcomed their fourth child into the world, mom and baby are both doing wonderful and healthy.
However, this past week brought an unexpected trial when their family van caught fire and was completely destroyed.
We would love to rally around the family to help them purchase a replacement vehicle. If you feel led to give, please send your donation to the church and designate it for "The Van Fund."
Christmas Boxes - Backpacks!
Collecting Backpacks for Christmas Boxes in July!
BACKPACKS for the Month of July!
We are wanting to bless even more children in Hait this Christmas. We are doubling our goal to 400 gift boxes!
Let’s start early so we can meet this awesome goal.
Each month we will focus on a type of a gift, but feel free to bless the children with whatever gift will fit in a plastic shoebox. OR—each box costs about $25.00, so if you would like to donate money, we will use it to purchase items for you.
Amazon has many gift ideas and are more reasonable when you put the word “bulk” in the search line, such as “Soccer balls bulk”.
Here are the goals for the next 7 months:
May - Soccer balls
June - Baby dolls (8” or under), necklaces & bracelets
July - Backpacks
August - Pencil cases, toothbrushes, toothpaste
September - Bar soap, hairbrushes, double ball hair ties
October - Toys-card games, jump ropes, little cars, coloring books (without words), etc., hard candy
November - Anything goes that fits in the box!
PACKING DAY NOVEMBER 21ST
Richer: Finding Meaning in our Favorite Verse (Teaching Series)
There are many Bible verses that are so loved by the church. Over the centuries, these verses have been encouraging and equipping the church in its walking with the Lord. So let's dive deep into these beloved verses to gain an even richer love and understanding.
There are many Bible verses that are so loved by the church. Over the centuries, these verses have been encouraging and equipping the church in its walking with the Lord. So let's dive deep into these beloved verses to gain an even richer love and understanding.
Reading Plan
7/5/26 - Psalm 23
Psalm 23
1 John 3:16-24
John 10:9-18
7/12/26 - Joshua 1:9
Joshua 1:1-9
2 Timothy 1:6-14
Luke 12:27-34
7/19/26 - Psalm 2
7/26/26 - Matthew 2 - Christmas
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October 12th 25’
Gen 1 In the begging God created the heavens and the earthGen 1:1-5, 24 -2:3
Collisions 3:5-11
John 2:11-18
October 19th 25’
Matthew 28:19 Great ComissionPsalm 73:1-8, 23-26
Acts 1:6-11
Matthew 28:16-20
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July 3rd 22
John 3:16John 2-3
July 10th 22
1 Peter 3:151 Peter 3
July 17th 22
2 Corinthians 12:92 Corinthians 12
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[Sunday] Psalm 23: The Lord is - Richer
Psalm 23 is a beautiful song of trust, declaring true freedom, daily provision, and a grace that aggressively pursues us in every season of life.
Psalm 23 is a beautiful song of trust, declaring true freedom, daily provision, and a grace that aggressively pursues us in every season of life.
Questions for the Week: Psalm 23 - The Lord is
Read Psalm 23: It is usually read at funerals, but it helps us trust God every single day. Which part of Psalm 23 brings you the most comfort on a normal, average day?
The Israelites had manna from heaven but still complained that they lacked meat, even wishing to go back to slavery. Where in your life do you struggle with a scarcity mindset, believing that God hasn't given you enough?
When faced with the "presence of our enemies" or dark valleys, our instinct is to fight, defend ourselves, or take control. How does the image of Jesus calmly setting a table for you in the middle of chaos change how you handle conflict?
The Hebrew word for "follow" (as in "goodness and mercy shall follow me") means to aggressively pursue or chase down. How does it feel to know that God is actively chasing you with grace, rather than you having to constantly pursue Him?
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Summery Kids Bible Club Week 4!
We just wrapped up Week 4 of our Summer Kids' Bible Club!
"We just wrapped up Week 4 of our Summer Kids' Bible Club! We explored the resurrection of Jesus and the gift of life He offers us. The kids had a blast with our games, especially the one where they climbed out from under the tarp. As always, our tropical fruit tasting was a hit—this week we tried guava!
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Vicar Claubert’s Family Welcomes at House warming Party [Photos]
It was wonderful to have about 60 people from Grace come together on Sunday, June 28th, to help warm the Varcas family’s new home.
"It was wonderful to have about 60 people from Grace come together on Sunday, June 28th, to help warm the Varcas family’s new home. They were so touched and grateful for all the home essentials they received. Thank you all for making them feel so welcome in our community. A special highlight of the day was Violene singing for us all!"
Guys Night At Lefty’s in July 26
"Had such a great time meeting up with everyone at Lefty’s in PSL. We were a rowdy crew for sure, but that just added to the fun! Lots of laughs trying to read Paul’s mind and great conversation all around. Can’t wait for next month!"
"Had such a great time meeting up with everyone at Lefty’s in PSL. We were a rowdy crew for sure, but that just added to the fun! Lots of laughs trying to read Paul’s mind and great conversation all around. Can’t wait for next month!"
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[Sunday] All things Good - 2 Kings 9-10 & Romans 8:28 - Foolish Wisdom
"All things work together for good." What does this famous promise actually mean? God brings true good, not through our overzealous striving, but through the empty tomb.
"All things work together for good." What does this famous promise actually mean? God brings true good, not through our overzealous striving, but through the empty tomb.
Questions for the Week: Naaman: All Things Good
Read Romans 8:18-39. We often think Romans 8:28 means "everything will work out good" or "if I do good, God will bless me." How does reading this verse in the context of suffering and human failure change how you understand God's promise?
Read 2 Kings Chapters 9 and 10. Jehu was incredibly proud of his violent zeal for the Lord, but it ended up destroying his own people. Where have you seen "righteous zeal" (in parenting, marriage, or politics) go too far and end up damaging relationships?
When Elisha's servant anointed Jehu, he added his own angry words to God's command, which fueled Jehu's rampage. How much of our own "zealous" action is actually driven by God's Word, and how much is driven by the angry, polarized voices we surround ourselves with?
Our human zeal is so destructive that it literally crucified Jesus. Yet, God used that exact moment of darkness to bring good to you and the world. How does knowing that God can bring life out of our worst messes give you peace in your current struggles?
What Had happened at Grace this week.
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Vicar Claubert is Moved in and Lots happening around Grace [Photos]
A Busy and Blessed Week at Grace!
A Busy and Great Week at Grace! 🌟
Last Monday, Vicar Claubert signed his lease and moved into his new rental house. Since then, we’ve been keeping him incredibly busy as he attends Bible studies and learns the ins and outs of week-to-week life here at Grace.
On Thursday, Pam and Mike teamed up to pull up the old bushes around the property, and Vicar Claubert jumped right in to help! They are hard at work making way for some beautiful new landscaping.
Finally, a huge thank you to everyone who came to Sunday Service. We know the grass was long and parking next to the road wasn't ideal, but the driveway looks fantastic and is now set to last for years to come. We appreciate your patience and flexibility!
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Summer Kids Bible Club 26’ Week 2&3 [Photos]
We’ve had a wonderful couple of weeks learning about baby Moses and Zacchaeus climbing the tree to see Jesus!
Summer Kids Bible Club Update: Weeks 2 & 3 🌴
We’ve had a wonderful couple of weeks learning about baby Moses and Zacchaeus climbing the tree to see Jesus! A highlight of this year's club is our tropical fruit tasting adventure, where the kids are loving the chance to try unique, exotic fruits they've never tasted before.
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[Sunday] Naaman, The Mighty Leper - 2 Kings 5 - Foolish Wisdom
Naaman the mighty man of war has leprosy, but his story shows us how human pride expects a show while God brings true healing through the small, ordinary, and unimpressive things.
Naaman the mighty man of war has leprosy, but his story shows us how human pride expects a show while God brings true healing through the small, ordinary, and unimpressive things.
Questions for the Week: Naaman: The Mighty Leper.
Describe a time when your ego got in the way of God working.
Read 2 Kings 5:1-19. Naaman scoffed at the Jordan River because it wasn't impressive enough. Why does human pride struggle so much with God using simple, ordinary things (like regular water in baptism or bread and wine) to deliver His grace?
Naaman tried to buy his healing with gold and political letters. Even though we know salvation is free, in what subtle ways do we still try to "pay" God for His blessings?
When Naaman worried about having to work in a pagan environment, Elisha didn't tell him to quit his job or start a culture war; he just said, "Go in peace." How does knowing you are a secure, new creation in Christ’s resurrection free you to calmly love and serve the people in your secular workplace or neighborhood?
What Had happened at Grace this week.
Grace Driveway Work. Happening this weekend 21st.
Upcoming Driveway Closure: Sunday, Postponed due to weather
Driveway Project Update: June 20th
The Work is happening.
We may be parking next to the road.
We will be able to walk down the driveway
On Friday, May 29th, work officially began on our driveway at Grace. The crew cut out the old, damaged sections and filled the holes with fresh asphalt.
Upcoming Driveway Closure: Sunday, June 14th
The next step is sealing and restriping, which will take place starting Friday evening, June 12th, and run through the weekend. This means we will not have access to the driveway on Sunday, June 14th.
For that Sunday, we will park in the grass near our sign on Cashmere Blvd. The back door to the fellowship hall will be open for entry.
When scheduling this project, we had to choose between blocking access during the week or over the weekend. Closing the driveway during the week would have disrupted the Alzheimer’s daycare. Because it is difficult for many of those patients to walk long distances, we decided it was best to have the work affect the church over the weekend instead.
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[Sunday] The Lord is My Shepherd - Psalm 23 - Foolish Wisdom
A more in depth look at the most popular psalm in the Bible, and also one that you have probably never heard discussed in a sermon.
A more in depth look at the most popular psalm in the Bible, and also one that you have probably never heard discussed in a sermon.
What Had happened at Grace this week.
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Guys Night in June [Photos]
We had a great time at guys' night at the Thirsty Turtle
Between celebrating Pastor Cris's birthday and eating plenty of wings thanks to the "Baldy" deal, we had a great time at guys' night at the Thirsty Turtle and can't wait for the next one!
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Summer Bible Club 26’ First Night [Photos]
For our first night of Summer Bible Club, the kids had a blast learning about Moses through crafts, games, and their guide parrot Beacon, while the adults kicked off a great new study on The Chosen.
Summer Bible Club is officially underway, and our first night was a great success!
The kids enjoyed a wonderful lesson with their guide parrot, Beacon, learning about Moses in the basket through engaging crafts and games.
At the same time, our adult group began their new study on The Chosen. Thank you to everyone who joined us for a great kickoff!
Virtually every life transforming event recorded in Scripture includes a journey, a process the people involved go through that leads to insight, transformation and new life for all willing to engage that journey. The journey always includes elements of sacrifice, worship, trust and faith. Christmas is about Jesus making the journey from heaven to earth, for the Magi it was the journey from wisdom to humility. For us, it is a journey to wonder and new life.