Unpacking General Conference

On Tuesday, May 7th at 6:30pm, join clergy and lay delegates from the Missouri Annual Conference for an evening discussion of what happened at this year's General Conference in Charlotte, NC. Please come with any questions you have for our delegates. This event will take place in Grace's sanctuary and will be livestreamed at www.facebook.com/GraceUMCSTL



Spring Short Courses

On May 5th and May 12th, Pastor Dori Hudson will continue her short course on Exodus. Short courses run from 9:30-10:15am on Sunday mornings. They meet either in the food pantry area or fellowship hall. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an expert!

United Women in Faith Spring Luncheon

Please join the United Women in Faith for the annual spring luncheon on Tuesday, May 14th. The luncheon tea will begin promptly at 12:30pm ($12 donation suggested payable at the door). Following a lovely luncheon tea, we will be entertained by Bev Schuetz, who is a popular and dynamic speaker who has created History Talks, a series of live presentations. She is known for her unique topics, delightful presentations and thoroughly researched programs. Our program will be The Amusing History of Kitchens, Cutlery, and Manners. Examine the unique origins of items we use every day on our tables and in our kitchens. You will be amused by the hilarious etiquette and manners promoted by the well-bred throughout the ages. Would you believe the reason table knives weren't sharpened was to discourage guests from picking their teeth with their knives; that before thermometers, heat was measured by pain; and that currently China can't manufacture enough wooden chopsticks for their market so they buy them from the USA? You'll be intrigued by this unusual, funny and fascinating history of the practical things we never question. Please invite your friends! Sign up at https://forms.gle/zuyqRTdg9DH84QVU7

Vacation Bible School

Trinity Presbyterian and Grace UMC are hosting Vacation Bible School the week of July 15th-18th (Monday to Thursday) from 9am-3pm at Grace (next year Trinity Presbyterian will be the host site). Visit www.graceumc-stl.org/vbs to register or for more information.

The Junktique

Grace will hold the annual Junktique (largest rummage sale around!) on Friday, August 9th and Saturday, August 10th. A big shout out to those who recently helped pack up two different apartments for our beloved Maxine Blaine and got the treasure hunt going. As always, we prefer you keep your donations until set up day on Sunday, August 4th. Many hands make this a project that serves the community, builds our church relationships, and helps us keep the clutter out of our homes. As we get nearer, we will share information about arranging pick-ups and getting involved. 

NAMI Walks Fundraiser

Each year, Grace member Jimmy Pace leads a NAMIWalks team to raise awareness and funds for people with mental illness. NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness, which provides educational tools related to mental health. This year's NAMIWalks will take place on Saturday, May 11th from 9am to 12pm, starting at the Tremayne Shelter in Creve Coeur Park (13725 Marine Ave, 63146). To participate, join Jimmy's Team or make a donation to help Jimmy reach his $25,000 fundraising goal.

Support LuMin on Give STL Day

May 9th is Give STL Day! You're invited to give to our ecumenical college ministry, LuMin, to help them reach their $5,000 goal and support their work in welcoming, empowering, supporting, and sending young adults into the world with a deeper understanding of their faith journey. Early giving begins April 24th. More information, as well as a donation page, is found at: www.givestlday.org/organization/lumin

Provide Dinner for Our LuMin College Students!

LuMin, our campus ministry partner, hosts weekly dinners for 10-15 students on Sundays at 6:30pm, and we need your help with providing meals! A meal includes an entrée (meat & vegetarian options), a salad, bread, and dessert. You're also welcome to bring fresh fruit and beverages if you have the capacity for that. Current known among students allergies are garlic, beef, tree nuts and peanuts. It is helpful if you share a list of ingredients for the entrée/salad/dessert. We ask that the food arrives no later than 6pm. An alternative would be to arrive earlier and prepare food on site. We also welcome you to join us for dinner & worship. We anticipate students arriving between 6:30-6:45pm (college culture is not real life culture, especially being on time). If interested, you can sign up at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508084FA5A72AA3FC1-46644846-lumin#/