SUMMER MISSION PROJECT:  We have tables available in the narthex and chapel to receive donations of SOCKS, UNDERWEAR, AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES for the children in need at Harry Abate Elementary School in Niagara Falls, one of our inner city grade schools.  We have checked with their administrators, and yes, they are able to accept our donations.  They…

SUMMER MISSION PROJECT:  We have tables available in the narthex and chapel to receive donations of SOCKS, UNDERWEAR, AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES for the children in need at Harry Abate Elementary School in Niagara Falls, one of our inner city grade schools.  We have checked with their administrators, and yes, they are able to accept our donations.  They…

PLEASE DON'T FORGET about your monthly special mission envelopes.  Donations to these projects have decreased while were unable to meet together.  We hope to get back on track now with supporting the projects designated by your Social Ministries Committee.  If you have suggestions for future designations, please talk with any of our committee members or…

SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDENTS – TODAY IS THE DAY!! All students who attended classes this year received a letter explaining our special end of year Sunday School celebration. It is in our church parking lot this afternoon, Sunday, June 14 – come any time between 1:00PM and 2:30PM. We will have 8 staff cars spread throughout…

CAMP PIONEER will remain our designated special mission for June envelopes.  Planning for summer activities is continuing as COVID restrictions change, but it is clear that not all of the usual camps and other activities will be able to proceed this year.  Please note that cabins will be open and available for family units through…

MAY SPECIAL MISSION DONATIONS will support Camp Pioneer.  Many of us have enjoyed our church's beautiful camp on Lake Erie over the years.  Camp Pioneer is still open and has NOT been included in the Erie County closing of campgrounds.  However, they cannot hold large gatherings such as weddings and retreats, which will of course…

FLOWER ORDERS FOR EASTER that have been received by the office will be published at a later date when we are able to have an Easter celebration with the congregation. SPECIAL MISSION ENVELOPES FOR APRIL have been designated to support Lutheran Church Charities' (LCC) K-9 Comfort Dogs and LERT teams (Lutheran Emergency Response Teams).  LCC…

SOCIAL DISTANCING: In accord with direction from the Governor, we ask that you not stop by the office in person at this time. We’re glad to help you by phone or email until we’re able to get together again. ARE YOU ON OUR EMAIL LIST? If you haven’t been receiving emails from us, contact the…

GIVING: There are several ways to give while regular services are not being held. Sign up for recurring e-Giving at gracenf.org (click Give Now). Use the GivePlus app By texting the dollar amount of your gift to 833-912-0562, which will take you to a website to complete your gift Call 800-675-7430 and Vanco Client Services will process your credit/debit card or…

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE Grace is operating under our Coronavirus Preparedness Plan, which was sent on Friday to all who receive our newsletter and is also available for review at church. As New York State has prohibited all gatherings of more than 50 people and the White House recommends no gathering more than 10, we…