GH Weekly Newsletter Friday, August 11, 2017

Published: Fri, 08/11/17

THIS COMING SUNDAY - AUGUST 13th

Message - The ROCK DROPPERS

They thought they had Jesus cornered. How could he embrace the truth while embracing mercy? He stunned his questioners and left us all with a powerful example. Looking forward to diving into this on Sunday at Grace House. You are invited to worship and grow together with us. Hope to see you at 8:45 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. this coming Sunday at Grace House.

Announcement Concerning RISE Student Ministry

This Sunday evening at 5:30 p.m. our RISE student ministry parents and students are invited to a very special time of transition, honoring, and also introduction. Scott and Megan Sewell who have faithfully served for the past two years as our Student Pastors are transitioning away from this area of ministry. They have been in student ministry for a dozen years or so and see the future ahead of them as a time to rest, prepare, and engage in other areas of ministry here at Grace House. So, there will be a reception to honor them this Sunday evening.

Leading the reception will be D.J. and Sarah Hall who are assuming the leadership of our student ministry in addition to their current leadership of our 20 Somethings ministry. D.J. and Sarah are working closely with Scott and Megan during this time of transition. I have been deeply moved by the love and honor I have witnessed in both of these couples.

This Sunday will mark the concluding service for Scott and Megan as our Student Pastors so we invite all our RISE parents and students to come share your love with Scott and Megan while also getting to know D.J. and Sarah.

By the way, Scott and Megan will continue to be a vital part of our Grace House family. So, it’s not goodbye, it’s just a change.

Blessings,
Pastor Eddie

THANKS FOR YOUR 40 DAY COMMITMENT!

This Sunday we will conclude our 40 Days with the Holy Spirit book by Dr. R.T. Kendall. It has been such a blessing. May we increasingly grow in our appreciation of the Holy Spirit and follow His leading and flow in His power and love.

Grace House Announcements
Week of 08-13-17
gracehouse.info

Sunday
8:45 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. – Worship Services

Message: The ROCK DROPPERS

9:00 a.m. – Growth Track meets in Youth Area
5:30 p.m. - Rise Students Ministry

Tuesday
6:30 p.m. – Tues Morning Men’s Group
5:00 p.m. – Weekly Prayer Meeting

GH Wednesday Night Gathering
6:30 p.m. - Spirit-Life Service – Richard Sherrod, Missionary in Jordan
Other Weds Groups - Married Couples Group, Rise Students, Rooted Preteens, Kindermusik for Children & Preschoolers

Friday 7 p.m. – Saturday 7 p.m.
24 Hours of Worship/Prayer at the Ark with regional Churches
Our GH worship team will lead on Saturday 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Upcoming/Ongoing Events
GH Growth Track - Sundays in August at 9:00 a.m. in Youth Area
New Believer Basics - Sundays in Sept. at 9:00 a.m. in Youth Area
Richard Sherrod – Ministry to Persecuted Christians, Weds., Aug. 16th
Charles Carrin at GH – Sunday evening, Oct. 8^th at 6:00 p.m.

Now You Can Give 3 Ways at Grace House

1. In Person in our offering boxes.
2. Online at Gracehouse.info (Click the Online Giving Menu Tab)
3. Text any amount to 256-400-1198 and follow very simple instructions.

August 2017

- Richard and Christy Sherrod serve in Jordan helping persecuted Christians who are fleeing out of Syria and Iraq. On Weds. night Aug. 16th, Richard will be here to share with us and we will have an opportunity to sow into this vital ministry.

July 2017
- Melons for Missions to help persecuted believers
- We are grateful to support Geoffrey & Ann Muthinja from Meru, Kenya, East Africa.

June 2017

-Grace House is helping people/teams going to Guatemala, Grenada, Ohio, and Alaska.

May 2017

- Kingdom International Ministries with Mark and Robyn Sewell is rasing funds for a video projection system to evangelize in Guatemala and we were able to help them with this. This is fertile soil.

- Grace House participated in fund raisers for our Students who are going to Toledo, Ohio to minister in the inner city.

- We sowed into the ministry of Charles Carrin across three wonderful weekends during the month of May and early June.

April 2017

-Charles Carrin will be with us on Sunday, April 2. Bro. Charles has a ministry that has global impact and is known for ministering to people in God's love and power. This is good soil to sow in to impact people beyond the walls of Grace House.

- Casey Doss from the Ramp will be with us on Sunday, April 23rd. Casey also travels to the nations as well as ministering internationally through television to awaken a generation to God. He was with us in January and our people are still talking about the word he shared with us. A great opportunity to pour into the arising generation and to touch people around the world.

March 2017

Pastor Eddie will be ministering in South Korea for nine days preaching and teaching on the Ministering in Kingdom Power and Authority. He will be ministering to Leaders and students who are very hungry to know more about the Holy Spirit, His gifts, and power. Please pray that Pastor Eddie will hear clearly as he has the opportunity to minister prophetically to each person in attendance at the Spiritual Coaching Schools in which he will be ministering.There will be an opportunity to sow into this trip this coming Sunday at GH.

Also we are excited about Blake Kasmeir going to Vietnam and James Nesbit ministering in Israel in the month of March. We will be praying for them in our services and GH will also sow into these trips as well through your regular giving. In addition, we will also be sowing in the Ricketts ministry in Thailand as they reach the children who are suffering due to human trafficking. We are grateful to be able to sow into other ministries on a regular basis as well. God blesses the people who bless missions!

February 2017

Feb 12 - Bring a Snack Sunday for the Florence Police Department to show our gratitude and support to them. This is a simple hands on way to reach out into our community with the love of Christ.

January 2017

Shoals Sav-A-Life - We are filling baby bottles with coins, cash, and checks to help pregnant women to choose life. Shoals Sav-A-Life has many services that help the unborn to be protected and also services that help pregnant mothers in need. A very worthy cause. Let's bless them. Please pick up one of the baby bottles in the Commons Area and take it home and bring it back filled with coins, cash, and/or check. Make checks to Shoals Sav-A-Life.

In January, GH has also sown into Kingdom Connections International, Restoration Ranch, Joni Ames Prophetic Ministry, Alabama Statewide Kingdom Leaders Gathering, and Casey Doss Ministry in addition to our ongoing missions giving.

NEW PRAYER MINISTRY AT GH

Our PrayerShift Ministry will begin soon now. Kathy Swindle will be providing help in administrating this important ministry. If you desire to be a part of this ministry which will involve a small gathering of prayer warriors to pray on Sunday morning for our morning services, please see Kathy.

We have Small Groups for every age from 18 - 55! Below are links to Facebook groups so that you can stay connected and updated with those in your age group. :)

20 Somethings (Ages 18 - 29)
facebook.com/groups/GH20Somethings

30 Somethings (Ages 30 - 39)
facebook.com/groups/1849142722022307

4055 Somethings (Ages 40 - 55)
facebook.com/groups/1815273265356776

20 SOMETHINGS
Pastors DJ & Sarah Hall

30 SOMETHINGS
Pastors Matt & Kimberly Standridge

40-55 SOMETHINGS
Pastors Derrick & Dana Wallace

SUNDAYS - Grace Kids have a fantastic time of interactive teaching, worship, and lots of fun. Franie and Jason Deaton do a wonderful job of leading both our Sunday morning times of Children's worship.

WEDNESDAYS - Wednesday nights are Kindermusik nights at GH for our children. We have a terrific team leading our Kindermusik program and the kids love this internationally known and loved approach to educate and stimulate children's interest and understanding of the arts.

Our Rooted Preteens meet each Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m. and have a great time exploring God's Word, connecting with each other, and engaging in fun activities.

From Allison Fisher - I'm looking forward to launching our brand new series for ROOTED preteens tonight... BEST YEAR EVER!!!

We welcome all students in 5th-7th grade!!! Can't wait to see all our preteens as we begin this new & exciting year!!!

RISE Students meet each Sunday afternoon at 5:30 p.m. in the Student Center at Grace House for worship, the Word, and a great time together.

Wednesday Night Bible Study for our Students 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday night.

7 Prayer Points for Grace House

This is the prayer points I shared with our GH family a few Sundays ago. We are agreeing together to see the following culture and atmosphere cultivated in our midst.

WE, AS THE GRACE HOUSE FAMILY, AGREE & DECLARE THAT:
1. Our family members will be saved, in love with God, & fulfilling their destiny.
2. There will be no sickness or premature death in our midst.
3. Our marriages & families will live in unity & peace & joy.
4. We will live in faith with no lack breaking the power of the curse of poverty.
5. We will be emotionally & mentally healthy.
6. We will be protected & delivered from evil.
7. We will be spiritually equipped & engaged in the Kingdom of God reaching
people for Jesus Christ.