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WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY
JAYNA AND STEVE AT UM MEN
HELP THE SICK IN AFRICA
VBS - COMING IN JUNE
GRACE MUSIC PROGRAM
HELP NEEDED
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Caedsmon's Call

Caedmon's Call

Dear Friends,

Tickets are still available for this Friday's concet.

"Superb, Outstanding, Insightful..."

These are just a few comments about Caedmon's Call's latest album... Overdressed.

But what about other comments?

Christian Music Today says... it reflects "superb song writing and eclectic catchy folk pop sound... one of their best".

Christianity Today says... 5 star review.  "Their diversity in song writing themes and their variety in vocals all work in their favor.  Overdressed is not only a superb and well crafted return to form but also may be their best album to date."

"The idea that we're not who we were intended to be inspired the album.  After all... we're all sinners."

The album highlights singable harmony - rich singles.

So much of the record "talks" about family and community... how they give us strength.

And those highlights come from just one of their records. They've sold over a million records since their beginning in the mid 90's.

Don't miss this chance to share an evening of inspirational praise and worship.

Why not forward this email now to someone who won't want to miss this concert.

Date and time: GRACE UMC on April 18th at 7:00 P.M.

Get your tickets at the office, 212 W. Walnut, or at the Welcome Center following worship.  Cost $12.
WORSHIP
 
8:15 Worship in the Chapel with Holy Communion
 
9:25 a.m. Service in the Sanctuary

UNITED METHODIST WOMEN'S SUNDAY

Altar Choir Anthem:  "Alleluia"
  Solo: Jason Kelly

Psalm 24

Sermon "You Asked For It...How Evolution Demonstrates God's Presence"
(The current Sermon Series features our Pastors responding to our questions and suggestions)
MEN INVITE LADIES FOR SPECIAL PROGRAM
Added Grace

Jayna Beutler will be featured at this month's UM Men's "Ladies' Night".
Last Summer, Pastor Steve and Jayna were on a Lilly Foundation's Family Renewal Leave for Grace Church and our Pastoral Family.  Pastor Steve has taken the lead at some past presentations of last Summer's experience.

At April's "Ladies' Night" Jayna will share her own perspective on the Renewal Leave.

Women are welcome to attend every UM Men meeting.  Reservations for the catered meal may be given to Val Harris by email or callinng 453-6952.
HELP THE SICK IN AFRICA

Put 4 "Medical Vans" Into Dr. Dennis Markes' Hands.

Operation classroom received a donation of 4 SUV's.  But they need to get to the Kissy Clinic in Africa.

The 4 vehicles will then be made into medical vans for use by the clinic.

Both the North and the South Conferences joined together for this project.  Shipping costs $7,000... $1,700 per vehicle.

Join "The Wheels on the Vans Go to Africa" campaign.  Just put your donation in an envelope marked... "Vans to Africa" any Sunday in April... or give it to Cindy in the office.

VBS - JUNE 22-26 AT MAIN ST. UMC

The time is 5:30 - 8:00pm.

The Kokomo United Methodist Cluster made up of Grace, Alto, Main St., St. Lukes and Trinity are working together this summer to welcome your children and others in our community into God's Big Backyard.

VBS can't happen without you. There are volunteer regisration forms at the Welcome Center. We need help in every area: snacks, teacher, leaders, games, set up, decorations, etc.

Children's Registration Forms are also available at the Welcome Center to sign up your kids today.

Return forms to Amanda Kelly or the Church Office A.S.A.P.
JOIN THE GRACE MUSIC PROGRAM
Music NoteYou can make a difference in the growth of our Music Programs at GRACE. The Flex Time Program lets you participate in one or more of our music groups for an 8 week period in April and May. If you would like to be a part of this growth, just contact Randy Manning. Flex Time Altar Choir rehearsals will be every Wednesday for 8 weeks starting on April 2nd at 7pm. See you then.
HELP NEEDED IN THESE AREAS
 
  • Volunteers needed for Caedmon's Call Concert on Friday April 18: Ticket sales, set-up and take-down, security and merchandising, a runner with a full size van or SUV for transport and errands all day... sign up at the Hospitality desk.
  • Native American Ministries Sunday(UMC Special Sunday) Help support this urban ministry.  Funds provide scholarships and help develop and nurture conference-based Native American ministries.  An envelope is enclosed for your convenience.  Put it and yuour donation in the collection tray.
  • Crisis Child Care needs more help to assist at least once a month for 4 hours.  The center runs from 8:00 A.M. to noon on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday... and now Thursday afternoon 1:00 - 5:00 P.M.(if needed).Contact Jeff Newton at Kokomo Urban Outreach 765-461-9618 or Lisa Sawyer 765-863-3500
  • Web Site Team needs help. If you are interested in writing articles and updating to www.kokomograce.org; if you have a feel for the design of websites and the kinds of information that will be helpful in speaking to our community about Grace Church, and the ways we seek to follow Jesus, then contact one of our team:  Tim Garner, Val Harris, Randy Manning, Chris Hedges or Lee Flasche.
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  • Master Teacher Tutoring is in need of Tutors, Substitute Tutors, Story Tellers and Snack Providers. Please call Dianne Waggaman at 459-4524 and let her know that you are willing to help.
  • United Methodist Women need Pencil sharpeners for Church World Service. Contact Betty Corn @ 457-0044.
  • The Shopping Cart: A container for collection of the following items will be in the Mulberry St. entrance during the remodelling project. Your support of these local ministries is greatly appreciated.   Open Arms: Feminine products and condiments  Kokomo Urban Outreach: Volunteers to mentor  Kokomo elementary students, Canned Soup, Easter Baskets, Candy and Small Toys, and Peanut Butter  Nesting Doves: Newborn Diapers and Grocery Cards  CAM: Toothpaste, Shampoo, TP, and Deodorant.

    • Your Editors for Experience Grace This Week: