We are now on our summer service schedule, with one service at 9:30am. The regular service schedule will resume on Sunday, September 13th
In Stile Moderno Concert, Friday, June 5, 7:30 pm, Grace Episcopal Church, Restless in Thought: Music from Restoration-Era London English music from the late 17th century with music of Henry Purcell and his contemporaries, the concert will feature brilliant violinist Julia Glenn and lutenist Cameron Welke. We would love to see your friendly faces there and we would really appreciate your help as we build our audience base in the Pioneer Valley! Tickets are available at https://www.tickettailor.com/events/instilemoderno/2175708 or at the door.
Graduations and Commencements! On Sunday, June 14th, we would like to recognize all who are graduating, from Pre-school to Post-Doctorate. Send us their names, so we can include them in the service. If they are pursuing further studies, please let us know that too. Please contact Terrie Korpita in the Parish office at 413.256.6754 to request recognition.
The Grace Church Stewardship campaign for 2026 To date 145 pledges have come in totaling $ 543,482 – most encouraging, we have 5 new pledges. We are off to a good start. To those who have pledged God bless, to those who have yet to pledge please pray and pledge so our Vestry can budget for 2026. If you need a pledge card, they are available as you enter the church or you can contact the office (413) 256-6754.
Publicity for your Event? Please let the Communications Committee know if you need help with your event. Please fill out this form: https://www.gracechurchamherst.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Request-for-Event-Publicity-Form-2023.pdf, also located on the “Outreach” page of the church website. The committee requests at least 6 weeks notice. Please forward questions to Patrick Kelly or Sarah Chadwick.
Coffee Hour The hospitality committee keeps a small supply of treats on hand but this often is not enough. Won’t you please be so kind as to donate a baked good for all to enjoy? Coffee cakes, quick breads, muffins, or bagels are always appreciated as well as other baked goods. Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness. Please see Sarah Chadwick if you have questions or want to help out further.
You are welcome! We want you to know that you are welcome here. If you are new to Grace Church please reach out, because we are here to invite, embrace, and welcome you into our community. Whether you are:
- New to the area
- New to our church (and perhaps new to the Episcopal faith)
- A longtime resident in search of connection and community
- Part of the LGBTQ community and are looking for a spiritual home where you are welcomed and affirmed
- A New Student, looking for a place of safety and comfort during your time studying here
- A Mom or Dad of a student and want a place that will support your child while they live and study here
We are here for you. Please fill out a blue Card, and reach out to someone wearing a WELCOME badge and come back AGAIN !
Save the Date
Joy of Living Group, 7:00-8:30 p.m., 2nd and 4th Mondays This group combines meditation, practices integrated in the flow of life, and discussion. Next meeting, in the Connector: June 8, 2026.
Air Conditioning Project, Sunday June14th after the 9:30 AM service there will be an update to the Parish about the Air Conditioning Project. All are encouraged to attend.