All Saints' Sunday
All Saints' Sunday is November 1. This is the day we remember all the Saints in our lives who have left us. If there is a Saint in your life who entered heaven that you would like remembered you may bring a photograph of them and place it on the table at the front of the church during worship on Saturday night or Sunday morning.
The Sanctuary Lamp for November is given by Scott Swartzell in memory of Tambara (Tami) Swartzell.
The Altar Flowers are given to the Glory of God.
The Bulletins & Mailings are given to the Glory of God.
We hold in prayer especially this week….
Alan Gabel, Jess, Maggie Ryan, Mark Daniels, Deb Overly, Eileen Moore Hartzell, Karen Brown-Pautz, David & Lori Archer Family, Adam Handwerk, Tom Zimmerman, Bob Hillegas, Jeff Johnson, Dr. Robert Little, Jaclyn Atkins, Robert Schweitzer, and Alice M, and the friends & family of Tammy Blauvelt.
We hold in prayer the Saints who have entered heaven this year....
Tammy Blauvelt, Robert "Bob" Rhodes, Dean Jury, Richard Slabonik, Beverly Earhart, George Ringer, Mary Louise Shetter, Alton "Al" Hughes, Jr., Michael Noe, David Rowland, and Jason Hoffman.
Calendar
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10/31/26
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5:00pm
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Sabbath Service of Holy Communion in Barkley Chapel
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11/1/26
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9:30am
10:00am
3:00pm
4:00pm
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Service of Holy Communion in Sanctuary
Children's Church
Center Stage Opera in the Sanctuary
Fall Fest at Kentland Retreat Center
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11/2/26
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6:30pm
7:00pm
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Group Spiritual Direction in Small Conference Room
Scouting America Troop 54 & Cub Scout Pack 54 Meeting
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11/3/26
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9:00am
1:00pm
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Quilting Ministry in Quilt Room
Adult Bible Study in the Neal Gathering Place
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11/4/26
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3:00pm
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Grace Giving Pantry
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| 11/5/26 | 6:00pm7:00pm | Bells of Grace in BalconyChancel Choir in Choir Room |
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11/6-8/26 |
Youth Retreat at Camp Nawakwa |
Fall Fest at Kentland Retreat Center – November 1, 4 – 6 pm
We'd love you to join us for an enjoyable evening filled with good food and great friends! We're hosting a chili cookoff*, along with fun crafts, music, dinner, and a cozy campfire with tasty s’mores to wrap up the night. There will be Chicken tenders for those who don't want chili along with bread, hot chocolate, and drinks. Please bring a side dish to share with everyone! All are welcome even if you didn’t get a chance to register by October 25!
Musical Opportunities for Youth at Grace
We are hoping to start some musical opportunities (chimes and singing) for the youth at Grace! Use this link (https://forms.gle/y5XADok9rzMHMw2Z7) to provide information regarding your child's age, musical ability, and availability for performances and rehearsals. Please complete the form separately for each child in your family who is interested in participating. After we gather information, we will solidify a schedule for the next few months regarding when the youth can perform, which rehearsal days we will use, and which groups your child will join. Please complete this form on or before November 6th. Please email Kris at k.e.hartman11@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Calling All Crocheters and Knitters
Our Prayer Shawl ministry is running low on prayer shawls—they’ve been disappearing quickly from the Neal Gathering Place. If you’ve never been involved before, no worries! We have easy-to-follow instructions on how to make shawls, scarves, and more. You can find all the details on the wall kiosk in the Neal Gathering Place. Got questions or want to get involved? Feel free to reach out to Denise Ozimok, who leads the ministry, at dozimok@gmail.com. We’d love to have you join us!
Upcoming Events (Check out the Events page on the website for more details)
Operation Christmas Child
Grace is participating in Operation Christmas Child this year. The shoeboxes and brochures are available in the Narthex to take home and fill. When filling the shoeboxes consider selecting a medium to large “wow” item such as a soccer ball with pump or stuffed animal, then fill with other fun toys, school supplies, and personal care items. Don’t forget to also include a personal note and photo – sometimes these are the child’s favorite things to receive. The filled shoeboxes need to be returned to Grace and placed in the Conference Room by Sunday, November 15. Note: If you wish to assist with shipping, please include a check in the envelope provided with the shoeboxes and return it to the office by November 15.
Consecration of Neal Gathering Place
We will be consecrating the the newly renovated Neal Gathering Place on November 15th immediately following worship. As a reminder, we will also be having breakfast afterwards in the Social Hall.
Sunday Adult Forum
Join us in the Social Hall right after worship, for our Adult Forum—an opportunity to come together, deepen our faith, and ignite our spirits. We will embark on an inspiring journey through the Book of Concord, exploring the very foundations of our Lutheran beliefs. This is more than just a study; it’s a passionate dive into why we believe what we do, how those truths shape our lives, and how we can carry that power into our everyday walk with God and as a vibrant church community. Don’t miss this chance to connect, to learn, and to be energized by our shared faith! This will occur during the Sunday Morning Breakfast. Those interested can sit at designated tables.
We’re really looking forward to seeing you in the social hall on the third Sunday of each month between November 2026 and May 2027, right after worship, for some breakfast together. Coffee hours will be from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on these Breakfast Sundays. Come join us for good food and great company, we can’t wait to catch up with everyone!
2026 Stewardship Pledge Results Update
The Finance and Stewardship Ministry thanks the congregation for their support of their 2026 Stewardship Pledges. The financial side our four Stewardship program entitiled “Rooted in Faith, Growing in Grace” is tracking well.
Our total amount pledged is $254,658.40. Through the first nine moths of 2026 $199,077.40, or 78.2%, of the pledged amounts was received. The remaning outstandig amount is $62,081.00.
To date, 17 giving units have fullly met their 2026 pledges, totalling $62,600.00, of which $2,650.00 was above the pledged amount.
Again, the Finance & Stewardship Ministry thanks you for your support of Grace’s mission in the community and the world.
Bill Robison, Chair
Grace Merchandise Store
Want some cool Grace gear? We offer a variety of items including hats, polo shirts, t-shirts, sweatshirts, a windbreaker jacket, and water bottles. A portion of the proceeds from each purchase goes back to Grace, making it a wonderful way to support our community and perhaps start a friendly conversation.Hit up our merch store at https://www.bonfire.com/store/grace-lutheran-camp-hill-merch/.
Special Benevolence Offering
The Special Benevolence Offering for November is ELCA World Hunger. To contribute, please list your dollar amount next to Special Offering Ministry on the contribution envelopes or use the online giving page on the website at https://www.gracecamphill.org/give.
Lost & Found Items
Have you lost an item recently? If so please check with the office at 717-737-0439 or office@gracecamphill.org. Items will be kept in the office for (1) month. After that time, they will be placed in the Community Aid bin in the second parking lot.
Welcome to Our Church Cards
If you are visiting Grace at one of our worship services, please take a moment to complete one of the “Welcome to Our Church” cards found in the pews, both narthexes and in the library. We’d love to hear from you.
Pastoral Assistance or At Home Communion
If you need pastoral assistance or to request At Home Communion, please contact Pastor Chad at 717-737-0439x10 or pastorchad@gracecamphill.org. If you have a pastoral emergency outside of normal working hours you can contact Pastor Chad on his mobile phone at 610-297-2514. A pastoral emergency would be a death, or life-threatening circumstances.
Good News from Grace articles are due by 12noon on the 15th of the month for the next month’s newsletter. This Week at Grace information is due by 12noon on Tuesdays. Email to ddeppen@gracecamphill.org
October 31 & November 1, 2026: All Saints' Day
Matthew 5:7 - "Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy."
This is one of many Bible passages that remind us that we reap whate we sow. Likewise, what God puts into us (His own love, mercy, kindness, and generosity) - flows back out of us. It all starts with His self-giving.