Sunday services at 9am & 10:45am

Sunday, November 17, 2024

Baptism SERVICE: The Best news ever

A Message from Ken, Lead Pastor

I originally wanted to title today’s service "The Super Fantastic, You've Got to Be Kidding Me, Amazingly Wonderful News"—but apparently, that’s a bit too long! So, I’ve gone with THE BEST NEWS EVER.

That’s right, on Sunday we’re reminding ourselves of the incredible gift God has offered to all of us and how we can experience the amazing gift we call the Gospel. Plus, we’ll be witnessing the baptism of seven people across our two services, who are boldly declaring their faith in Jesus.

It’s going to be a great morning, and we’re so glad you’re here to be a part of it!

Worship Set for Sunday

Livestream at 9am and 10:45am for our baptism services

Unable to join us in person? Hop online at 9am and 10:45am to catch the service here.

Grace Kids

This Sunday programming for Nursery to Grade 4 only

Sunday is Baptism Sunday, and we believe it’s important for students in Grades 5 and up to stay in the auditorium and experience this special service with the congregation. It’s a meaningful opportunity for them to witness and be a part of the celebration of faith. Nursery and Grade 4 will have their usual programming as normal. For the latest programming news and room breakdowns, please head to our Grace Kids page here.

Giving at Grace

Thank you for taking the time to partner with us at Grace as we join Jesus on His mission in the city of Guelph. Giving supports the work of ministry and the advancement of the Gospel in our city and beyond. Learn more about the online and in-person ways you can tithe by visiting www.gracecommunity.ca/give.

Grace News

Join the Christmas Eve Services Choir!

Sign-up by Sunday November 17 by emailing Kathy at lambkinkathy@gmail.com.

We are excited to invite all who love to sing to be part of our Christmas Eve Services Choir! We will be holding a service Monday December 23rd at 7pm and two services on Tuesday December 24th at 3:30pm and 5pm. This year, we’ll be singing a beautiful montage of Christmas carols and leading the congregation for a portion of the worship. If you’re interested in joining, we’d love to have you be a part of this special opportunity to celebrate the season! Rehearsals will be led by Kathy Lambkin and the choir will perform at all three of our Christmas Eve services.

Open Mic Jam Session - Tonight!

Join us for another cozy evening of music and community at our Open Mic/Jam Session on Friday November 15th at 7pm! Bring your instruments, your voice, or simply your love for music and enjoy a laid-back atmosphere where you can share your talents or simply relax and listen to others perform. Whether you're a seasoned musician or just looking to unwind with some good music, this event is open to all. RSVP to Steve Hutchinson at shutch70@rogers.com

Join us for the Ecuador Youth Mission Trip Fundraiser on Saturday!

EVERYONE is welcome and invited! This Saturday, November 16th, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Grace Community Church. We’re grateful for your support and can’t wait to see you there! Be there for all the fun at La Feria Carnival!

• Carnival games, cotton candy, popcorn, prizes, and more!

• Maple Leafs ticket raffle and silent auction—don’t miss out!

• Delicious food from a Mexican food truck.

• Everyone is welcome—bring your friends and family!

• Don’t forget cash for games, food, and raffles.

Coat & Boot Drive

Join us on November 17 and November 24 for our annual Coat and Boot Drive for Parkwood Gardens Neighbourhood Group! We invite you to bring your donations of warm gear to church on these Sundays. Your contributions will help those in need stay warm during the winter months. Let’s come together as a community to make a difference!

Family Fun Magic Show

✨ Join us for a magical afternoon with David the Fun Faith Guy! 🎩✨ On Saturday, November 30th at 3 PM, bring your family and friends, and invite your neighbours for an unforgettable Family Fun Magic Show. Enjoy captivating magic tricks, inspiring stories of faith, and refreshments—all for FREE! Get ready to be amazed and uplifted!

Christmas Decorating Night at the Church

Women’s Ministry Event

Ladies - Join us for a festive evening of decorating our church for Christmas on Monday, November 25th, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM! Wear your favorite Christmas sweater or festive colors as we come together to deck the halls and make our church sparkle in the spirit of the season. At the halfway mark, we’ll enjoy some delicious treats and play a fun festive game to add to the celebration. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with one another while embracing the holiday spirit. We can’t wait to see you there!

Grace Kids Prep Night

Looking for a way to help out? Come join us as we help our kids ministry prep and set up for their December curriculum. No need to RSVP.

Old Testament and New Testament Historical outline

Here are a few key slides from last week’s sermon.

Village Finders Volunteer Opportunity

We're excited to introduce the Village Finders initiative, a partnership between the Local Health Centre and Family and Children’s Services, aimed at supporting vulnerable families lacking strong support networks. We're looking for volunteers to act as extended family members for these families. Whether it's helping with school drop-offs or providing a listening ear, your support can make a meaningful impact. There’s an urgent need for volunteers, and we trust the coordinators running the program. If you're interested in serving alongside fellow Grace members, please email justright@gracecommunity.ca for more information about the application process and upcoming interviews.

Social, Outreach & Community Events

Trevor Dick & Band: Glory & Peace Christmas Tour

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Bracelet of Hope Outreach Trip

Bracelet of Hope has been a longstanding partner of Grace Community Church and is a charitable organization founded by one of our longstanding church members, Anne-Marie Zajdlik.  BOH is made up of a team of passionate individuals who value wellness, collaboration, equality, and sustainability. Together they work to help Lesotho recover from HIV/AIDS and towards their vision of a stronger and healthier Lesotho. To learn more head to www.braceletofhope.ca. 

Bracelet of Hope is excited to announce an upcoming outreach trip during the week of February 13th! This 10-day journey will be a unique opportunity to make a difference while experiencing the beauty of Africa.

Trip Highlights:

• Tour of various foster homes

• Visit to the AFM church and participation in services

• Travel with mobile health units to remote areas

• Meetings with our dedicated team members on the ground

• A couple of days on safari—because when you're in Africa, it’s a must!

If you're interested in joining us on this impactful adventure, please stay tuned for more details and bring your questions to Anne-Marie at azajdlik@sentex.net. We can't wait to share this experience with you!

Online Community

Head over to @gracecommunityguelph to see what we are up to! Even if you don’t have an Instagram account you can click the link above to access our page. @gracecommunityguelph