June 26, 2016

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June 26, 2016

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Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for. Hebrews 11:1-2 (NIV) How can I have a robust faith as I experience unexplainable suffering? 1. Listen to my ________________________________. Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses… Hebrews 12:1a (NIV) 2. Get rid of the _______________________________. …let us throw off everything that hinders… Hebrews 12:1b (NIV) 3. Watch out for _______________________________. …and the sin that so easily entangles… Hebrews 12:1c (NIV) 4. Train for a __________________________________. …and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Hebrews 12:1d (NIV) 5. Focus on the ________________________________. Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart. Hebrews 12:2-3 (NIV)

GRACE NEWS God’s Vision for Grace Church is to partner with God in transforming people from unbelievers to fully devoted disciples of Jesus to the Glory of God. Celebrate Recovery - The purpose of Celebrate Recovery is to encourage fellowship and to celebrate God’s healing power in our lives as we work our way along the road to recovery. Celebrate Recovery is for anyone with a Hurt, Habit or Hangup. Join us Monday nights, for Celebrate Recovery. BBQ at 5:30, Large Group is at 6:45pm and small groups at 8pm. Childcare is provided. This week will be a testimony of our very own Arlene J. Join us for Wednesday night service at 6:30pm followed by a free community dinner. Middle and high school students meet for youth group in the youth house on Wednesday nights at 6:30pm. We are beginning to collect school supplies for Franklin Park Elementary School, as well as the bucket collections for Helping Hands at Christmas. Please bring small items such as hand sanitizer, tissues, wipes, pencils, crayons, pocket folders, notebook paper, as well as copy paper. New/gently worn uniforms are appreciated. Membership class and baptism class TODAY, after church, 11:30am in the Youth House.

LET’S CONNECT PLEASE TEAR OUT AND DROP IN BASKETS AS YOU EXIT

Date: / / Service Attended: 1st time 2nd time 3rd time Regular Attendee Church Member Male Female Name(s):

Single Married Divorced Widowed Middle School

18-23 24-29 30’s 40’s High School

50’s 60+

College

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MY DECISION TODAY I said YES for the first time, and became a follower of Jesus. I decided to RENEW my relationship with Jesus. We have resources to help you with your decision.

PRAYER REQUESTS

SCHEDULE Worship Times:

Wednesday @ 6:30pm

PRAY FOR:

(Free Community Dinner @ 7:30pm)

Sunday @ 10 Sunday @ 8:30am (Traditional) (Free Breakfast from 9-10:30am)

Grace Kidz/Youth

Grace Kids (Infant - 5th grade): Wed. @ 6:30pm, Sunday @ 10 Youth Group (Middle School + High School): Wednesday from 6:30-7:30pm Recovery Public Prayer List

For Pastors Only

Celebrate Recovery: Monday @ 6:45pm (Childcare provided Infant-5th grade)

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Recovery Meeting Schedule posted on Recovery wall Thrift Store:

Friday - Monday from 10am - 3pm SMART GIVING go to: egracechurch.com/give -ORtext any amount + Central to: 239.443.5901 An effective and time-saving way to give your tithes and offerings without carrying cash or writing checks.

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YOU COUNT General Fund Last Week $ n/a Needed YTD $ n/a Received YTD $ n/a Weekly Attendance 250

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