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Welcome to Grace.
If you are new to this faith Naivasha, Kenya. We see Gods plan un-
community there are a few folding in our midst, and we welcome
things I hope you will no- you to be a part of that unfolding!
tice: we are a group of real Some first steps at Grace include our
people, coming together, seeking God, Newcomers Desserts, which are held
supporting and loving each other, grow- quarterly; getting plugged into a Com-
ing together and attempting to discover munity Group; and getting involved with
Gods movement in our lives and learn- the Men of Grace, EveryWoman, Mar-
ing to move with Him. We dont claim to riage Builders, or any of the other great
have all the answers, and we dont claim ministries we have here! Visit the
to be finished products, rather we be- Starting Point desk to find out more and
lieve God is at constant work in us. to speak with some warm and welcom-
When I joined Grace Community as the ing people that would love to answer
Lead Pastor in August of 2007, we any other questions you have about
sensed that God had a new vision for our Grace!
church, To restore people to God, I look forward to getting to know you,
through Christ, both as His creation, and welcome to Grace!
and in His creation. This has served as
the basis for what we do, from how our In Christ,
Kids Grace and Student Ministries oper- Lead Pastor Rob Strong
ate, to our Community Groups, to our
Outreach efforts with ONE Love and in
Our worship director, Matt Beattie was able to spend some time with Graham, between a
dinner the evening before, and a worship training seminar on Sunday afternoon. His humil- Grace Community Office Hours
ity, that was the thing that really stuck out to me, said Matt, he is clearly a gifted musician Monday Thursday | 9AM 2PM
and his accomplishments speak for themselves; but the fact that Graham so clearly is a man
after Gods own heart was the most lasting impression I have. Phone: 978. 256. 2626
We were truly blessed by this experience, and are looking forward to Grahams prophetic Email: joyce@grace-community.org
words, that God wants to move among us, playing out at Grace as this year progresses.
The Journey:
1st stop: Pick a service to attend.
Sundays at 9AM
Worship/ Youth/ Kids Grace
Sundays at 10:30AM
Worship/Kids Grace/Adult Classes
Winterfest 2011:
LIFECHANGE Opportunities
Deepen
Old Testament Overview Class
Doctoral Student Jamie Bryson will
walk you through this adventure.
No, it wont be too much for you. In
fact, for many of you, it is time to
face-your-fears and learn about the
first part of your bible. Starts in
January 2012.
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Mission Lowell: Living Waters
Every day you have the opportunity
to join Grace Community volunteers
to serve the homeless at Living Wa-
ters Center of Hope in Lowell. We
serve breakfast, Lunch or Dinner.
There are games nights and bible
studies, in short, there are opportu-
nities for everyone.
Email: mikeadams@grace-
community.org
Please plan to join us at 7 p.m. on Decem- Following the play there will be an intermis-
ber 17th at the church as Grace Communi- sion with punch and treats followed by a
tys Childrens Ministry presents, The Rus- carol concert by the children, and a short
sian Shoemaker, a touching tale that message from Pastor Rob Strong.
draws from Matthew 25:40. The play
There has been an amazing team of eight
(which 54 children from ages 5-11 have
adults working with the children to make
been fervently rehearsing for over two
this happen, said team member Fiona Stu-
months), depicts the story of an old shoe-
art. God is doing something in the hearts
maker in a Russian village who is waiting for
of our children thats very exciting. The kids
Jesus to come. While Jesus himself doesnt
have really grasped what it means to give
actually show up, he does send a widow, a
and care for others, and they are enthusias-
lamp lighter, carol singers, and a group of
tic about helping raise money for others. It
orphans, who cause the shoemaker to real-
All proceeds benefit Grace has been such a blessing to see them
ize that, ...whatever you did for one of the
Communitys One27 Academy grow.
& orphan children in Kenya. least of these brothers and sisters of mine,
you did for me. We hope to see you there!
We have great, clean and organized Learning Bible stories, spending time This year were working through the
environments for your little ones to with other kids, and loving volunteers, Orange curriculum, filled with appli-
spend time in theyll be taken care of these kids have a blast on Sunday! cable Bible stories and lessons we
by loving volunteers. are sharing Jesus with kids each week!
* all volunteers are required to have a CORI check
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grace student ministry Student Ministry Director: Jake Scott
Email: jakes@grace-community.org
Uprising is a community
of high school students that are wrestling with what it means to be a
disciple of Jesus in todays ever-changing world. Our goal is not neces-
sarily cultural relevance, but rather to be the impetus for a counter cul-
tural movement. We want not just to fit in, but to be change agents in
the world around us. We are the uprising.
We meet Sundays during first service, or throughout the week at peo-
ples homes for student led small groups. Beyond that we have all kinds
of activities, and service opportunities throughout the year.
Do not just come... connect and invest.
The Uprising and Emerge meet for our Group-6 takes place for teens 9th-12th E-Groups for kids 6-8th grade we have
Sunday Service. Worship, a teaching, and grade its a time of deepening our faith a blast play games and work through a
time to connect see you there! and being mentored! Join us! lesson that builds faith! Dont miss it!
Jeff and Margie Roffee/ Bernard and Jackie Farrell Sundays 10:30AM Couples/Singles/All Ages
Practice of the Presence of God A class Starting Point Starting At Grace This
Discovery Classes Fall 2011 about serving God in all things, great and class introduces you to Grace Community,
(Sundays at 10:30 AM) small. Based on Brother Lawrences teach- and our beliefs, our history, and why we
ings. This prayer class begins January. exist as a church, takes place February 5.
Ministry Leaders
Community Groups- Chip and Karen Spengler: spenglerchip@yahoo.com
Dish of Grace- Laura Schmidt: laura@hyannispoint.com
EveryWoman Ministry- Mike Adams: mikeadams@grace-community.org
Marriage Builders- Leanne Winchester: lwinchester@verizon.net
Mens Ministry- Bill Keating: keatingwe@verizon.net
Prayer Ministry-Jim Andreson: jsandreson@gmail.com
Starting Point- Matt Beattie: mattb@grace-community.org