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From Pastor Wes
"On Monday evening, kids screamed for their parents and parents hollered their children's names, walking and searching in panic in a parking lot near Briarwood Elementary.
"Caleb! Caleb!" one woman could be heard screaming, as another woman, her face bloody, walked zombie-like through the crowd, holding a young boy's hand.
Adults and children zigzagged past each other. One man went to a little boy standing alone, whose face was just then cracking into a full-out cry. The man put his arm around the child and they both looked out into the chaotic parking lot, apparently searching for the boy's parents.
One mother who spotted her son sitting with his teacher on a curb gently grabbed the boy's hands and stood him up and then leaned her whole body over him, hugging him. She cried and then laughed and cupped his face.
"He was so brave!" the teacher said.
The mother then embraced the teacher. "Thank you," she wept, "thank you."
(From CNN.com)
"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging....
"Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth." The LORD Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress."
--Psalm 46
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Pentecost Sunday Follow-Up
On Pentecost Sunday, the congregation of Grace Community Church said "I will!" to a challenge to pray. For the next two weeks, will you pray daily for the youth of the Mercer-Bucks area? Pray that God will bring the outpouring of the Holy Spirit that He has promised. Pray that the logjams of resistance to Him will be broken and that many find spiritual healing in Jesus Christ. God still answers prayer! He can and will bring the blessings that we truly need. Pray, knowing that God will indeed answer!
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Special Speaker this Sunday 
Our speaker this Sunday is someone who has been deeply involved in issues that are at the forefront of social change in our nation As a former gay activist, Greg Quinlan promoted the homosexual agenda in Washington DC and his home state of Ohio for over 10 years. As a Registered Nurse, Greg saw over 100 of his friends and acquaintances lose their lives to AIDS.
However, in 1993 Greg departed from homosexuality and has since shared his compelling testimony on the 700 Club, TBN, countless radio programs and he has been quoted in USA Today, The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times. Greg has also defended marriage as "the union of one man and one woman" in over 18 states. Greg is the President of "Parents and Friends of Ex-Gays" (PFOX.com). Please pray for God's will and word will touch the hearts of many as he ministers God's hope and healing.
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My Hope America with Billy Graham
"My Hope America with Billy Graham" is a nationwide effort to reach people across the United States with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Following a simple biblical model, "My Hope America with Billy Graham" combines the impact of video programs with the power of personal relationships.
Are there family and friends that you know and love, but you also know if they were to die today that they would not make it to heaven? Do you believe there is anything you can do that may make an eternal difference in that person's life?
Grace Community Church will be holding 2 preparation meetings for this ministry initiative on Tuesday, May 28 at 1:30 pm and 5:30. Come out and see what it is about! No cost to you, register here.Food will be served at the 5:30 session for those who are coming straight from work.
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Kids and Teen News
Hey Everyone! There is a lot!
This week we continue looking finding our identity. Tonight, we change up the schedule a little bit and we talk about what has shaped our identity. Be there at 7p and find out what's happening!
Special congratulations to all those who participated in Bible Quizzing this year! Next year, we will be quizzing on Romans and James. Are you or someone you know in 6th to 12th grade and wants to tackle on the Word of God in an exciting way? Contact Pastor Matt via email or phone!
Next Week Sunday at Grace Community, we are having our Youth Sunday! We're beginning at the normal time of 10:45 in the morning, but we are going to change up the atmosphere of the day! Get ready for a great time of worship in a different way with songs, videos, drama and a message from Pastor Matt. Invite someone to join us for a great time in fellowship and worship to our King!
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Vacation Bible School
 It's preparation time for of Vacation Bible School! This year we are calling the VBS, Kingdom Rock!
We will need some volunteers for certain positions for VBS this year. On Sunday, Pastor Matt will have all of the information for you!
If you would like to sign you children up for VBS, click here! I
We need YOU help see our kids stand strong for God!
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2013 Summer Camps!
 The Deadlines for Summer Camps are swiftly approaching! Teen Camp Deadline to hand in the applications and the $85 deposit is June 9, however spots are filling up quickly. PLEASE if you would like to attend, contact Pastor Matt by email! |
Church Cleaning Person Needed
Grace Community Church is accepting applications for someone to clean the church building on a weekly basis. If you are interested, or know of someone who would be interested, further details are available by contacting Pastor Wes and expressing your interest |
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Upcoming Events
May 26, Guest Speaker on Societal Issues
May 28, Preparation Meetings for "My Hope with Billy Graham"
June 2, Youth Sunday, youth-led Sunday Morning worship service
June 16, Father's Day, Celebration of RockSolid Men's Completion: "The Quest"
June 23, Graduation Sunday--Celebrating our Graduates. Dinner to follow.
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Final Good News
"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." --Romans 8:28
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Church Office
GraceCommunityOffice@gmail.com
609.737.3184
Pastor R. Wesley Tink Mobile: 609.226.9615
Pastor Matthew Brown Mobile 917.226.7621 |
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