The Rev. Elsa Worth
Rector 
The Rev. Nancy Gage
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Musical Interlude
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If you would like to have music when reading The Glow (or for whatever else you might be doing!), just click on the keyboard image to listen (or download) music performed by Dave during our services.
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Happenings- |
To see what's been going on in, and around, Grace, click on each of these links:
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We are the CEREAL church!
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For a long time, Grace
Church has been delivering canned goods and other food donations down to the St. Luke's/St. Paul's Food Pantry in Bridgeport. They urgently need donations of all kinds of groceries, but one of the items that they seem to run out of and need a lot of is cereal.
If all of us could remember to pick up a box of cereal (or two or more!) each time we shop, we'll be able to make a wonderful and much needed contribution for the food pantry each week. There is a collection basket at the main entrance of the church, and also one in lower Lewis Hall. |
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"The Glow" Archives:
To view previous issues of "The Glow", click here. |
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Click HERE to read this week's wellness message from Living Compass |
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| Dear friend,
"What are human beings that you are mindful of them, mortals that you care for them?"
-Psalm 8:4
The God of the Christian faith is a relational God.In fact, while the doctrine of the trinity traditionally describes the trinity as three persons, it is in the relationship between God the Source of All Being, the Incarnate Word and the Holy Spirit that God resides - more than in any of the three persons. God is in the dance more than in the dancers. Now, all world religions promote the idea of compassionate relationships and treating others with respect. Christianity is unique in putting our relationship with God, each other and ourselves at the very core of the faith tradition. Unlike other traditions, following the law is not at the center. Submitting to God is not at the center. Finding release from suffering is not at the center. Loving God with all our heart, mind and soul - and loving our neighbors as ourselves - is what is at the center. What does this say about what it means to practice the Christian faith? How do you incarnate the holy trinity - the holy relationship - into your daily life and interactions? Who does this Trinitarian faith say that we are?
Here at Grace Church we are dancing with life's big questions. If you're searching for a community of faith to belong to, we invite you to come to explore, come to connect and come to believe among us here at Grace Church. We'd enjoy both your company and your participation as we follow in the way of Jesus and learn and grow in discipleship together. |
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Peace,
The Rev. Elsa Worth
Grace Episcopal Church |
Bishops'  5k Run
While no medals came back from the 5K this year, all of our runners and walkers did their personal best. And not only that, Grace Church managed to raise $1525 for the Bishop's Fund for Children! Thank you to all our walkers and runners - and to our cheerleaders - and, of course, to our generous pledgers. Grace Church ran the good race all the way to the finish line! To view pictures from the event, click here. |
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Memorial Day Parade Hospitality event
-this Monday, May 27th in the morning
The Men of Grace (or more popularly known as the "Dudes of Grace") are organizing some hospitality on the front lawn during the Memorial Day Parade Monday. They're hoping to put up a tent and some chairs for shade, free hot dogs and lemonade (or, because of the early start time, coffee and doughnuts) - even a touch-a-truck! Want to help? Please speak to Steve. Remember that the parade is coming through earlier than in previous years. It takes off from Marissa's at 10am. So make sure to get an earlier start and please join us for both parade viewing and for greeting our neighbors with the warmth of God's love Monday morning!
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Peaceful Parenting in a Noisy World
-next Saturday, June 1st, noon
Our new parenting group meets next Saturday, June 1, at noon. The discussion topic: How things changed once the baby arrived. Parents of any age children are welcome to this supportive discussion. Child care could be made available if you contact the office in advance for $5 per child. Please bring a bag lunch and join in!
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Godly Play
-summer hiatus
Godly Play is taking the summer off. We're looking for a few Godly Play helpers for the fall. Please speak to Elsa if you'd like to dust off your door person skills - or if you'd like to try telling a story or two!
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Table Minister's Meeting
-next Sunday, June 2nd
The presence of all those who currently serve as table ministers (acolytes) is requested at the table minister's meeting after church next Sunday. Anyone who might be interested in becoming a table minister is more than welcome to attend.
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What's the Latest with Christ Church?
As most of you are aware, Elsa put her name in as a candidate in Christ Church's clergy search in order to initiate a conversation about our two churches collaborating in a new way that includes sharing a priest. It's been a very slow process and not much happened until recently. There is news to share, so during coffee hour Sunday, Elsa will share the latest developments.
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Upcoming Events
- June 9th: Potluck lunch and Vestry meeting
- June 23: Church Picnic
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Grace T-Shirts, 2013 Edition, available!!
-designed by Lee Toth
Be the first on your block to have the NEW 2013 Grace t-shirt, designed by Lee Toth!
Wear your shirt to church events, like Memorial Day or the Bishop's 5K!
Wear it to the gym, to the pool, to the grocery store!
Men's and women's sizes available.
To order just click on the t-shirt picture above.
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Camp Washington Summer Camp
 Registration for summer camp at Camp Washington is now open for all children, ages 5 & up. The camp is located in the Litchfield Hills and is operated by our diocese. For more information and registration forms, click here |
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Used Clothing Shed
 Certainly you've noticed the used clothing shed in our back parking lot. Please spread the word about this new outreach project -laminated posters and small flyers are available to post and share. Clothes donated into the shed are picked up by St. Pauly's, who distributes them all to people in need across the globe through their connection with larger agencies. All of the usable clothing that gets donated makes its way to people in need, saving landfill space. Items accepted include clothing, shoes, sneakers, belts, linens, pillow cases, blankets, curtains and stuffed animals. (Please do not put rags, fabric scraps, pillows, toys, household goods or electronics in the shed.) Grace church receives 4 cents per pound on all items collected in exchange for hosting the shed. For further info on this project, there is information about St. Pauly's available in coffee hour, or click on this link: St. Pauly's. |
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This Week's Announcements
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Sunday, May 26th:
Eucharist service - 9:30 AM
Coffee hour immediately following service
Monday, May 27th:
Memorial Day Hospitality event in the morning
Wednesday, May, 29th:
Guided Meditation - 7:00-7:25 AM
Saturday, June 1st:
Peaceful Parenting - noon
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Sunday, June 2nd:
Eucharist service - 9:30 AM
Table minister training immediately following service
Wednesday, June 5th:
Guided Meditation - 7:00-7:25 AM
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