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UPDATE!
GRACE CHURCH & HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
Official Launch date July 16th!
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Volunteers have been hard at work on various projects, helping to make homes warmer and safer for those in need.
(NOTE there are a few more spots for tomorrow, May 21st. Register here.)
Now we are thrilled to announce that we can begin work on
our very own "House That Grace Built" on Saturday, July 16 in Queens Village!
Spots will be available for building, preparing lunch, or helping celebrate the start of our build together.
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(Details under "Coming Soon" below.)
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| Please pray for... |
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Those who suffer
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| Philip Kessler Jackie Scordino
Heidi Kreusch
David Colbert
William Susman
Pearl Bennett
Joshua Glenn
Davida Judelson
Janet Charles
Alexa Koike
Roger Smith and his mother
Jerry Stripling
Bill Nave
Greg Gillies
Josephine Ferraiuolo
Howard Small
Trish Lawrence
Paul Tillotson
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and those who have died
Robin Mookerjee
Lenton(Sonny)
Roberson
Carol Fox
Alan Waxman
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May 22, 2016
The First Sunday after Pentecost: Trinity Sunday
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 Dear Friends,
If you have been paying attention to the Prayers of the People over the past few weeks, then you may have noticed the addition of the name "Mary" when we pray for our bishops. Andrew Dietsche is the Bishop of New York, Allen Shin is the Bishop Suffragan, and now Mary Glasspool is the Assistant Bishop of the Diocese. What's the difference between a Suffragan and an Assistant Bishop? This is one of those mysteries that will get you no closer to the kingdom of God, even if you understand it. It seems to me that a suffragan bishop must be elected by the diocesan convention, while an assistant bishop is appointed by the diocesan bishop. At least that's how it played out here in the Diocese of New York.
In any case, it will be our joy to welcome the Rt. Rev. Mary Glasspool to Grace Church this Sunday for the 11 am service. Bishop Glasspool will preach the sermon, preside at the Eucharist, and also confirm and receive this year's class of youth and adults who are committing themselves to Christ. Bishop Glasspool is a "preacher's kid" (as am I) and a native of the Diocese of New York. Since 2010 she has been the Suffragan Bishop of the Diocese of Los Angeles.
Please make a point of being here this Sunday in support of our candidates for confirmation and reception, and to welcome Bishop Glasspool.
See you in church.
Rector
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The First Sunday after Pentecost: Trinity Sunday
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9 a.m. Holy Eucharist
Sermon: The Rev. Chase Danford
Music: The Parish Choir
11 a.m. Confirmation & Holy Eucharist
Sermon: The Rt. Rev. Mary D. Glasspool
Music: The Combined Junior Choristers
with Adults
6 p.m. Holy Eucharist, in the Chantry
Sermon: The Rev. Chase Danford
Music: Hymns with Instrumentalists
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WE WELCOME
THE RT. REV. MARY D. GLASSPOOL
, the newly arrived Assistant Bishop in the Diocese of New York. Bishop Glasspool will preside over Confirmations, preach the sermon, and celebrate the Eucharist at the 11 am service.
If you wish to offer a gift to the Bishop's discretionary fund you may do so with the envelope found today in your 11 am service bulletin. The envelope may be placed in the collection plate.
PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHOIRS' ANNUAL JUNE RAFFLE
to benefit the Choir Special Projects Fund! You can purchase a raffle ticket beginning 29 May at coffee hour after the 11 am service, or from any choir family or chorister. The raffle includes many amazing items such as fine wines, an Apple Watch, Beats headphones, tickets to Shakespeare in the Park, and also child friendly items. This fund supports activities and opportunities for the choirs that are not covered by the annual budget including such projects such as last year's tour to France. Tickets are $5 and $10. Winners will be selected on June 12th at the parish picnic. Thank you for all your prayers and support.
NY LANDMARKS CONSERVANCY'S SACRED SITES OPEN HOUSE WEEKEND -
Each spring congregations throughout the State participate so neighbors can experience first-hand the wonderful architecture and history embodied in New York's Sacred Sites - while also learning about the religious and social programming provided within. Grace Church will again participate with guided tours provided by our Open Door volunteers on Sat and Sunday, May 21-22. For more information, please visit: www.nylandmarks.org.
(PLEASE NOTE that the 10 am Sunday Forum will be on recess until our final session on June 5th. See details below.)
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MAY 29 - FAREWELL TO THE REV. GRETCHEN RATTEREE
, our Pastoral Resident for the past year. Join us at coffee hour after the 11 am service to wish her well.
JUNE 5 - FAREWELL TO THE REV. STEPHEN HOLTON
Join us for a festive coffee hour after the 11 am service to say farewell to the Rev. Stephen Holton, Associate Rector since 2012.
JUNE 5 - WALKING THE WAY: CHARLES GORE, LIBERAL ANGLO-CATHOLICISM, AND SOCIAL JUSTICE - THE SUNDAY FORUM @10AM.
Led by the Rev. John Wirenius, lawyer, constitutional scholar, Deacon, novelist.
One of the founders of the Second Oxford Movement, Bishop Charles Gore was a passionate defender of free scientific inquiry, individual conscience, and social justice. These views often brought him into conflict with the ecclesiastical authorities of his age but stemmed from his belief that doctrine was secondary to a commitment to a Christian life--what he called walking "the Way," as the Early Church called the Jesus Movement. We explore how Gore's belief in a very traditional Christian life and liturgy led to a lifetime of commitment to social justice.
JUNE 12 - THE ANNUAL PARISH PICNIC AND CHOIR RECOGNITION SUNDAY - Grace Church parishioners and friends are welcome and encouraged to come to Huntington Close following the 11am service! Join us in celebration of the choir ministries of Grace Church and to help bring our program year to a joyous and festive close. Suggested donation at the door is $10 per person. There are many ways to support this event, from food and drink donations to volunteering, so please contact the Rev. Chase Danford. The day's festive spirit will continue with the 6 pm service, after which we'll enjoy fellowship and refreshments outside the Chantry on Huntington Close.
JUNE 21 (NEW DATE) - COME JOIN THE OPEN DOOR VOLUNTEERS
for their summer reception! Open Door volunteers are friendly folks who give 2 hours per month on a weekend afternoon to provide a welcome and answer basic questions for visitors to Grace Church. Interested? Come and meet current volunteers and learn more! Or sign up to sit with an experienced volunteer during the month of May and give it a try. Tues, June 21st in the Reception Room 7-9 pm. Dinner will be served. Please contact Singleton Cox for more info or to RSVP for the reception.
JUNE 23 - NEWCOMER COOKOUT -
Calling all Grace Church newcomers! On Thursday, June 23 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm, we will host a festive celebration to welcome you. The evening will be held in Seymour Close (the courtyard off Tuttle Hall), and will be full of delicious grilled faire and fellowship. We hope to see you there!
If you'd like to RSVP or have any questions, please contact James V. Romanik.
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