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Are you stressed, overloaded and frazzled? Desperately in need of a respite...but don't have the time for a vacation?
Passionate Pursuit on the Beach is just what the Heavenly doctor ordered - an island getaway close to home with relaxing sounds and sights of the ocean, an island dessert bar, special summer prizes, music by recording artist Shelly Wilson, and an uplifting message that will transform your summer!
Listen to what one woman said about her experience at Passionate Pursuit:
"The first time I came, I thought, 'This is for me? All of this is for me?!' I felt so pampered....It was the atmosphere. The lighting... the decorations...the tables set nicely and decorated...The girl in me enjoyed that.
It's that relaxing feeling you get when you take a nice bubble bath with candles and quiet relaxing music. That's the feeling I've had each time - A time for me to let my hair down and be with God and to hear from God. Most importantly, I am fed spiritually."
- Valerie
I agree with Valerie. Passionate Pursuit is a special, beautiful evening - just take a look at the photos from last month below! But the most important part is that God is feeding us the Bread of Life - through godly friendships, genuine worship and the teaching of His Word.
May 7th will be no exception.
Passionate Pursuit is dismissing for the summer, so take advantage of this last opportunity before Fall.
Save the date, bring a friend, feel pampered for the evening and leave blessed!!
The music and message will inspire you to greater depths of faith in the months and years to come!
Remember, Beach Rules apply:
- Relax. Relax. Relax.
- Come dressed to play on the beach and soak up the Son! Capri's and flip flps welcome!
- Let the cares of the world fade away as God brings you close to His side, reviving and refreshing you!
RSVP online or by phone at 936.569.8741. Join me in a Passionate Pursuit and let's experience God's promised reward.
"...for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him" Hebrews 11:6 (emphasis added).
I look forward to seeing you there!
Your Sister in Christ,
Natalie Nichols
President,
Shades of Grace Ministries
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 Passionate Pursuit
A Joyful Journey to
More of Christ
Ladies, come and enjoy a relaxing evening of faith at
Passionate Pursuit on The Beach.
Join us for an island dessert bar, music by recording artist Shelly Wilson and an uplifting time in God's Word.
The Hotel Fredonia
200 North Fredonia Street
Nacogdoches, Texas 75961
You are invited to share coffee, dessert and an uplifting time in God's Word with Natalie Nichols, founder and president of Shades of Grace Ministries.
Join us as Natalie leads us on a Passionate Pursuit to know Jesus and the power of God's Word more intimately each day.
Mark Your Calendars Now!
May 7
Music by Recording Artist, Shelly Wilson
From her first release, "In The Midst," to her latest, self-written album, "Under the Shadow of Your Wings," Shelly Wilson inspires audiences with her soulful voice, artful delivery and personal message of redemption and relationship found in Jesus Christ.
With influences of blues, gospel, funk and country capped off with a contemporary edge, Shelly's musical style is one-of-a-kind, uniquely and powerfully leading listeners to the One who is her all-in-all.
Vein of Silver with Sandra Nichols. With effortless humor and engaging candor, Sandra shares nuggets of godly wisdom.
Faith for Promised Times - Developing Rewarding Faith. Did you know that seemingly benign practices could be keeping you from receiving God's promises for your life? Learn what enemies of faith lay disguised in your daily life. It's time to clean out those old foes so the tide of God's promise can come in!
Invite Your Friends!
Forward this email to a friend as their invitation.
Admission: No Charge
RSVP online or by phone at 936.569.8741.
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Scenes from April's
April's Passionate Pursuit was a wonderful time to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the gift of salvation that we have through Him. We were encouraged to develop effective faith through seeking God's revelation through scripture, acting according to His will, declaring and standing on His word, and fighting the good fight of faith. |
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| Above: Anna Middlebrook and Alex
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Above: Kelly Parker, Patti Pustka, and Shelley Locke |
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| Above: Brenda Mansfield and Valerie Murphy |
Above: Lauren Gaudette, Linda Snell,
Patti Pustka, and Luciana Barr |
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| Above: Denise Socia, Lyn Mitchell, and Phyllis Lister |
Above: Crystal Bradsher, Linda Howard,
and Anna Middlebrook |
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| Above: Marty Blair, Charlene Rees, and Margie Rodriguez |
Above: Luciana Barr, Sally Blair, and Debra Yarbrough |
A time of fun, fellowship, and CHOCOLATE!
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Above: Ann Forbes, Linda Snell,
Shelley Locke, Kelly Parker, Patti
Pustka, Luciana Barr, and Debra
Yarbrough |
Above: Lori Pruitt, Alex Berry, Marty
and Sally Blair, and Anna Middlebrook |
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Above: Lauren Gaudette, Jordan and Tonya Huber, Carol Dalton, Crystal Bradsher, Denise Socia, Linda Howard,
and Ali Massingill |
Above: Charlene Rees, Margie Rodriguez, Brenda Mansfield, and Valerie Murphy |
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Above: Ruby Grant, Wanda Russell,
Pat Blacksher, Sue Beavers, Portia
Gordon, and Julia Friel |
Above: Sandra Nichols, Lyn Mitchell, Phyllis Lister |
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Grateful Heart (Kelly Parker, Patti Pustka, and Shelley Locke) blessed us through a time of worship. |
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Sandra humorously shared her insight during the "Vein of
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Natalie brought an uplifting message about developing
effective faith in spoken times. |
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Natalie closed the evening by leading the women in worship. |
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Door prizes were donated by Julia's Salon, Rees Jewelry, and Shades of Grace. |
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| Above: Natalie Nichols and Alex Berry |
Above: Margie Rodriguez and Brenda Mansfield |
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| Above: Sandra, Elizabeth, and Joanne Cook |
Above: Ruby Grant, Anderson Horner,
and Wanda Russell |
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| Above: Tonya and Jordan Huber |
Above: Anna Middlebrook and Melinda Malloy |
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| Above: Marty and Sally Blair |
Above: Jessica, Cindy, and Jodie Nichols |
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Above: Linda Howard and Melinda
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 Discover Natalie Nichols and
Shades of Grace Ministries In the midst of severe illness caused by undiagnosed Lyme Disease, Natalie Nichols came to rely on God's Word to comfort and sustain her. Now through Shades of Grace Ministries, she shares how you and your loved ones can experience God's comfort and grace through life's trials.
Our Mission
The core mission of Shades of Grace Ministries is to lead others to seek and apply the Word of God in every circumstance of life.
Our Vision
Shades of Grace Ministries desires to see a world where every Christian walks by faith and stands upon God's promises as found in His Word.
 Watch Natalie's Journey
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 Shelly Wilson
Shelly Wilson inspires
audiences with her soulful voice, artful
delivery and personal message of redemption and relationship found in Jesus Christ. |
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Natalie Nichols
Faith for Promised
Times: Developing a
Faith that Receives
Thursday, May 7
6:30 p.m.
The Fredonia Hotel
200 N. Fredonia Street
Nacogdoches, TX 75961
Invite Your Friends!
RSVP online or by phone at 936.569.8741
Admission: No Charge |
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News and photos from
last month's
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