Rise Against Hunger – Sunday September 9th
God’s Work – Our Hands – Sunday September 9th
Volunteers are needed to pack 10,000 meals for Rise Against Hunger on Sunday September 9th after our worship service.
We need 65 + volunteers to pack those meals!
Lunch will be provided – beginning at 11:30 am
Meal packing – from 12 to 2 pm
Everyone can help – if you want to help we will find a task for you. Youth are invited to volunteer too!
We also need at least six strong folks able to unload 30-50 lb bags of rice and tubs of other grains. Arrive by 8:45-9:00 am if you can help with the unloading!
The Extra Envelope
Our church council has designated the following special offering opportunities for 2018. While regular giving funds the work and ministries of our congregation, we offer special offerings throughout the year to highlight specific ministries and projects.
The appeal may come in the form of an extra envelope in your monthly envelope packet. Other times an event provides a way to join in fellowship with other members of Grace and our community while supporting an important cause.
2018 Anticipated Special Offering Appeals
February – Souper Bowl of Caring
This appeal comes in the form of a free will offering. Join us during the Sunday School to enjoy a meal prepared by our High School and Middle School youth. All donations benefit North Raleigh Ministries Food pantry which fights hunger in our community.
Visit SouperBowl.org to learn more about the history of this yearly event to fight hunger.
March — Lutheran Coalition Habitat House Build
Grace is a member of a group of area Lutheran Churches that works with Habitat for Humanity of Wake County to build homes in our area. This project needs both volunteer power to build and donations to finance the project.
April — School of Grace Art Auction
Do you know what a purple crayon award is?
Creativity abounds at this yearly showcase of artwork from School of Grace students. You can support this cause by donations, purchasing artwork or bidding on silent auction items.
June — Vacation Bible School Ingathering for Local Charity
Each summer we choose to support a special cause during our Vacation Bible School event. Stay tuned for the details.
July/August — Rise Against Hunger
Special giving raises funds to cover the cost of the meal packaging supplies.
Visit Rise Against Hunger to learn more.
August/September — Youth Events & Scholarships
This special appeal provides scholarships for youth to attend North Carolina camps such as Lutheridge, Lutherock and Agape-Kure Beach Ministries.
October — CROP Walk
Stay tuned and visit the Greater Triangle Area CROP Walk website for more information.
November/December — Families Together (PLM) Gifts for Children & Adults
Your donations help bring Christmas to family members in need who are part of the Families Together (PLM) program.
Ongoing Projects
North Raleigh Ministries Food Pantry needs are highlighted in our weekly e-newsletter, Grace Happenings. Items in high demand are also listed in the Weekly Letter of Grace that is available on Sunday mornings.
The School of Grace has dine-out opportunities several times throughout the year. Watch Grace Happenings and special flyers attached to the Weekly Letter of Grace for details. Your family eats at the designated restaurant and The School of Grace receives a percentage of your total bill as a donation.
I hope you’ll be keeping an eye out for all the extra envelopes that may appear in your life in the coming year. Remember to share your time and talents with your church, community and world.