Grace Weekly

THRIVING AS A CHRISTIAN



Wednesday, October 21, beginning with dinner at 5:30 p.m.

Grace is pleased to host James Tour, PhD, a synthetic chemist and nanotechnologist and endowed professor of chemistry at Rice University. As a secular Jew, Dr. Tour never thought much about God or religion until he was personally and powerfully faced with the reality of Jesus Christ. Today, he is one of the most eminent scientific scholars in the world, yet more than anything, he lives his life to help others find Jesus. Come hear Dr. Tour’s story about how he became a man of faith in Jesus and what you can do to be a thriving Christian and tell the resurrection story.

Dr. Tour's YouTube page has 261K subscribers. Get a taste of what you will hear HERE. He also has a podcast, "The Science & Faith Podcast," available on his website.

The event will begin with dinner and music in the Courtyard at 5:30 p.m. Dr. Tour will begin the lecture in Massey-Tucker Hall at 6:30 p.m., while the Family Ministries team will simultaneously host a children/student event in which the children and students can have their deep faith questions answered in a way that is both fun and engaging for them.

Registration is now open! Register HERE!

This event is presented by The Jarboe Lectureship.




GRACE KIDS MUSIC & TRUNK OR TREAT GRACE KIDS MUSIC: The Grace Kids Music program, affectionately called GKM, is an extension of the nurturing and loving atmosphere that all children experience while at Grace Presbyterian Church. This seasonal program is designed for kids to tell the stories of Jesus through their eyes through music and theater. GKM is for children and students who love, or may be introduced to, the arts in grades K-12. We will meet October-December with weekly rehearsals, and a Sunday morning program culminating in worship mid-December. GKM is a powerful tool for developing community, learning about Jesus, instilling confidence and having fun! For 2026, GKM meets on Sundays from October 11 through December 6; from noon-3 p.m. in MTH B for lunch, and then moves to the Choir Room at 12:45 p.m. We will also have a dress rehearsal on Saturday, December 12. Our time together will include food, music, and fun as we prepare for our presentation on December 13 at 9:30 a.m.! The cost is $50 and includes lunch each week and a t-shirt. Scholarships are available. Register HERE. Questions? Contact Alyssa Minear at aminear@gpch.org TRUNK OR TREAT: Sunday, October 25, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Athletic Fields Lot Trunk or Treat is back, and we are so excited! Everyone in the congregation is invited to bring their car to the parking lot by the Athletic Field to decorate their trunk in all sorts of crazy ways! Register your trunk HERE--the more trunks, the better! From 4:30-6:30 p.m., families are invited to come trick-or-treating through the trunks and spend time together! Come hungry... hot dogs will be provided by our Men’s Ministry!

GOING HOME CONCERT



Join us for a special evening as Grace’s Chancel Choir joins the University of Houston’s University Chorus for Going Home, a concert celebrating the rich and diverse musical traditions of America in honor of America 250.

Experience an exciting program featuring music from across the American musical landscape—from classical and country to jazz and pop—with works by exclusively American composers, including Aaron Copland, Rollo Dilworth, Alice Parker, Dan Forrest, and Dolly Parton.

October 30
Doors open at 6:40 p.m.
Concert begins at 7 p.m.
Grace Presbyterian Church Sanctuary
Free admission!

Bring a friend and enjoy an unforgettable night of music celebrating the many sounds that call America home.

GOOD NEWS OF THE WEEK

We celebrate the things that we have offered to God that are bearing fruit—We celebrate what God is doing!

On September 29, Grace men gathered for an evening of fellowship, hot barbecue, and cold drinks. More than 30 men of all ages filled the evening with great conversations, seeing old friends, and forging new relationships. The Bible says, “Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity!” (Psalm 133:1).

It was such a great evening that we are doing it again! Tomorrow evening, Friday, October 9, from 6–8 p.m. at 303 Pinesap Dr. for a Friday night hangout around the firepit! Taco dinner will be provided. Register HERE. BYOB and a chair if you want one! 

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WESTMINSTER CATECHISM UPDATES

Through the next few months of 2026 and into 2027, our sermon series will take us on a journey through the historic faith of the Presbyterian Church, guided by the Westminster Shorter Catechism. Each week, our sermons will begin with Scripture and remain rooted in God’s Word. But rather than simply moving through a book of the Bible, we’ll allow the questions and answers of the Westminster Catechism to help direct the sermon scripture selection as we explore what we believe about God, ourselves, salvation, Jesus Christ, and what it means to live faithfully as His people.

To help us, the Grace website has a page with many resources and deeper information. You may find it HERE. 

Printed copies of the Catechism are available in the church lobby, or in a downloadable format on the website. We've also provided a printable reading plan, and a series of weekly discussion questions for your classes, small groups, or your own study time.

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WORSHIP THIS SUNDAY If you are out of town or unable to be here to worship in-person this week, please join us online via the "Watch Online" link found HERE. This Sunday, our sermon series "Truth That Transforms: A Journey Through The Westminster Catechism" continues. This week we will be hearing a reading from Ephesians 1:11-14 and looking at questions 7 and 8 of the Catechism.  And this Sunday, show some love for our amazing pastors--it's Pastor Appreciation Sunday! Bring a card or note or stop by our table in the Welcome Center to write a note of gratitude for all they do. A heartfelt, handwritten note is one of the best gifts a pastor can receive! And remember, even pastors need prayers! Remember them and remember their families in your daily prayer time. See you at 9:30 a.m.!

BEREAVEMENT

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