The Sanctuary Lamp for August is given by Brian & Lori Small in honor of granddaughter, Emilia's 19th birthday.
The Altar Flowers are given by Linda Ringer in memory of her husband, George.
The Bulletins & Mailings are given to the Glory of God.
We hold in prayer especially this week….
Eileen Moore Hartzell, Karen Brown-Pautz, David & Lori Archer Family, Adam Handwerk, Alice Richards, Carolyn Houck, The Massot Family, Tom Zimmerman, Bob Hillegas, Jeff Johnson, Dr. Robert Little, Jaclyn Atkins, Robert Schweitzer, Alice M., Dean Jury, and the friends & family of Richard Slabonic.
Calendar
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8/29/26
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5:00pm
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Sabbath Service of Holy Communion in Barkley Chapel
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8/30/26
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9:30am
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Service of Holy Communion in Sanctuary
Baptism of Jack Hyatt
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8/31/26
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7:00pm
7:00pm
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Troop 54 Summer Road Show
Grace Book Club via Zoom
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9/1/26
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9:00am
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Quilting Ministry in Quilt Room
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9/2/26
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3:00pm
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Grace Giving Pantry
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Nursery Helper Sign Up
We’re looking to reboot the Sunday Morning Nursery. To do this we need helpers to stay in the Nursery during the entire Sunday Morning Worship Service. Drop-off time would be 5 minutes before worship starts, and pick-up will be right after the service ends. To volunteer, you need to be at least 16 years old. The maximum time commitment is once a month, as we need to form at least 4 teams (each with 2 adults or teens 16 or older) to get the Nursery up and running again. We’re planning to start offering Nursery on Sunday, October 4th. If you're interested, please sign up by Sunday, September 27th. You can sign up in the Neal Gathering Place or HERE. Thanks so much for helping us make this happen!
Upcoming Events (Check out the Events page on the website for more details)
Contribution Envelopes
We would kindly request that, when completing a contribution envelope, you please fill out the dollar amount on the line(s) provided. This will greatly assist our counting team, particularly when donations are made in cash. Thank you very much for your ccoperation.
Calling All Confirmands!
Reminder that all children from 7th to 9th grade who have not been confirmed yet should be enrolling in confirmation classes for this year, starting on September 20th. It is a 2 year program where we learn about Lutheran Theology and major biblical stories and themes. Please reach out to Pastor Chad at pastorchad@gracecamphill.org to enroll your child in confirmation class!
Communion Cards and QR Codes
Communion Cards are in the pews in the main Sanctuary and on the table in the front and back of Barkley Chapel next to the communion cups. We ask that you complete one and drop it in the offering at least once a year. You can also complete the Communion Card on the website (www.gracecamphill.org) under the Worship tab. Over the next couple of weeks, you'll start to see QR codes in the pews—just scan them to log Communion, donate to Grace, see what's going on, and more.
Rally Day w/Outdoor Worship
We will be kicking off the new school year with Rally Day on Sunday, September 13. Worship will be outdoors in the parking lot followed by lunch and activities. Grace will provide the burgers; however, we are asking those attending to bring desserts and sides. A sign up sheet is available on the bulletin board in the Neil Gathering Place or sign up HERE. Activities will include a bounce house, a dunk tank, crafts and of course fellowship! There will also be a table with Faith Formation information classes from toddler to adult along with schedules for the year. Please note there will not be a Live Stream for the Outdoor Service; however the service will be available tfor viewing afterwards on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@GraceCampHill. In case of inclement weather both events will move indoors and the services will be available via Live Stream.
God’s Work, Our Hands Sunday
God’s Work, Our Hands Sunday is upon us! Grace will be celebrating and participating in this national day of service on September 20th, 2026. We will be serving at the MidWest Food Bank again this year from Noon to 3pm. If you are interested in helping out one of the most important food banks in our area, please sign up on the Events page, or at https://volunteer.midwestfoodbank.org/opportunities/VG0QXHxWiq. I am looking forward to serving those who serve with you! - Pastor Chad.
Alive: Lutheran Community for Middle Schoolers
Alive will be at Camp Nawakwa on September 25-27 and is for 6th – 8th graders. Registration packets are now available online at https://www.gracecamphill.org/events/alive--174/2026-09-25 or in the Neal Gathering Place. Please complete the youth registration packet and submit it to Ethan Lentz by Friday, September 4 at ethan.lentz@gracecamphill.org or by placing in the Youth Director’s mailbox.
Backpack Challenge
If you ttok a backpack for the Backpack Challenge please return the backpacks to the conference room by Sunday, September 27.
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 AUGUST is Lutheran Disaster Response. 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