DIGITAL BULLETIN

April 6, 2025

Whether you are joining us in-person or online, welcome to Grace Community Church! We're so glad you joined us and would love to know more about you!

We Pray This Monday!

Mon, April 7 | 7:00pm

Join us for a special night of prayer, praise, and fellowship! We are so excited to see you there. Bring your loved ones and friends!

Baptism Sunday Next Sunday!

Sunday, April 13

If you are ready to make Baptism your next step, sign up to be baptized at our next Baptism at either the 9:00 or 11:00 am service! The kid's baptism class is required for all children to be baptized!

Second Sunday Next Sunday!

Sunday, April 13

Each 2nd Sunday of the month, we practice generosity by collecting donations, all going to benefit the families of Holdeman Elementary School! With the holidays right around the corner, let's bless Holdeman abundantly with holiday tailored foods! Bring non-perishable food items, supplies, and grocery store gift cards with you to church and drop them off outside of the Connection Center.

Easter Services 

April 20 -  6:30 | 8:30 | 10:00 | 11:30am

We can't wait to see you this Easter! As we are in preparation for Easter, be sure to pick-up invitation cards in the church lobby to hand out to your friends and family; one invite can change everything! Notice, there are three Easter Services!
We would also love if you would consider serving at one or multiple of our services! Sign up here to serve.

Encounter the Cross 

April 17 | 7am - 8pm
April 18 | 7am - 6:30pm

Come join us in the GraceKids Center for a hands-on experience! Spend as much time as you would like to in the room at various stations as you prepare your heart for Easter weekend and reflect on what Christ did for you on the cross. We would love your help greeting guests; serve at Encounter the Cross!

Good Friday Service 

April 18 | 7pm | On the Lawn

Bring your own chair or blanket as we join together for a time of worship, reflection and communion on the lawn! Come early to get a spot on the lawn, we are expecting a large crowd!

Sunrise Service 

April 20 | 6:30am | On the Lawn

An early morning time of worship celebrating the resurrection of our Savior! Bring your own blanket or chair and enjoy pancakes outside afterward.

ONE Merch This Week!

April 6

We are so excited to announce the launch of our ONE merch! Purchase your items in the lobby. All sizes now in stock! Get yours on Sunday!

21 Days of Prayer & Fasting This Sunday!

Starts Sunday, March 30

 these next three weeks, our heart is that we would arrive at Easter both individually and as a church community with a posture of celebration of our resurrected Savior and with an expectancy to encounter him in a more intentional way.
Ways to stay engaged in this Prayer & Fasting journey:

1. Website: Visit our website to engage on the web.
2. Booklet $5: Purchase the 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting Booklet in the Lobby.
3. "One" Devotional Bracelet $10: Starting with 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting, these devotional bracelets give you access to a daily prompt/prayer by simply tapping your phone on your bracelet! All bracelet colors available in the Lobby.
Let us know you're joining us in this by registering to participate! You'll receive updates regarding specific prayer focuses and encouragement!https://connect.graceaz.com/21daysprayer

We Pray All Day

Monday, April 7
We Pray All Day is a partnership with other churches to cover Arizona in 24/7 prayer! Our church has committed to pray the first Monday of each month. Join in and sign up today for a one-hour time slot to pray on Monday, April 7! Register for a time slot here.

GCA School Board Members Needed

Do you have a passion for Grace Christian Academy and have a desire to lead on their school board? We are in need of individuals to join the school board beginning in June 2025. If you are interested, please fill out the please click here to apply.

Grand Re-Opening of Gracie's Thrift Store

April 12 | 6:00 - 8:00pm
1520 E Apache Blvd. Tempe, AZ
Join us for the grand re-opening of Gracie's Thrift Store, presented by Wash the City. There will be worship, refreshments, and deals! Click here to see the latest news with Gracie's!

Summer Alpha

May 1
Alpha is a series of interactive sessions exploring the basics of the Christian faith.  Alpha is intended for those curious, questioning, or uncertain. Register here.

Grace Christian Academy Enrollment Open

Grace Christian Academy's Enrollment for 2025-2026 is now open! Schedule a tour today by calling 480-966-5022 or to learn more about the process and to apply for next year click here.

Sunday Coffee 

Swing by the Connection Center for Sunday Coffee, not just on Sundays! Sunday Coffee is now open Tuesday through Thursday 7:00-10:00am. 

SUPPORT THE MINISTRY OF GRACE

Your generous gifts enable our church family to Unleash Grace here in Tempe and beyond!  For giving related inquiries:
 finance@graceaz.com or 480-894-2201 x 8263.
                     
 Month             YTD
Budget         197,083       1,908,750
Actual           240,135        2,023,071

EMPLOYMENT AT GRACE

 If you are interested in joining the facilities team at Grace,  submit a job application and resume to the email jobs@graceaz.com.

Facilities Director
Grace is looking for a Facilities Director to work full time Monday - Friday for Grace Community Church and Grace Christian Academy.

SERVE AT GRACE

Engage in the ministry of Grace by serving on one of our volunteer teams. To view the available opportunities click the link below.

Immediate Serving Opportunities
1. Coordinate Breakfast for our Worship/Tech Teams on Sundays. Sign up HERE or email hello@graceaz.com. Food for 25 people to be dropped off on Sundays between 7-8am.

2. Gracie's Thrift Store | 5 - 10 Hours per Week
We are looking for several volunteers to sort donations, tag merchandise and other tasks associated with retail. Applications can be sent here.
Gracie's is currently accepting donations of gently used clothing, furniture and other household items. Donations can be dropped off at Gracie's during normal business hours. 
Grace’s lay counseling ministry offers up to 10 free sessions online or in-person. Call  480-829-0130 or visit graceaz.com/counseling. Program is overseen by a licensed professional.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Use this link to access our ONLINE CALENDAR of events
To see a full list of Spring Classes and to REGISTER, click here




Apr 3 | Unified | 7:30pm
Apr 7 | We Pray | 7:00pm
Apr 8| Men Into the Storm | Signup
Apr 9 | Women's & Men's Groups | Info
Apr 9 | Grace Youth | 6:30pm
Apr 9 | GraceKids Midweek | 6:30pm
Apr 10 | GriefShare | Register
Apr 10 | Unified | 7:30pm
Apr 13 | Baptism Sunday | Register
Apr 13 | Second Sunday | Info
Apr 17 | Encounter the Cross | 7:00am - 8:00pm
Apr 18 | Encounter the Cross | 7:00am - 6:30pm
Apr 18 | Good Friday Service | 7:00pm
Apr 20 | Sunrise Service | 6:30am
Apr 20 | Easter Services | 8:30am | 10:00am | 11:30am





2nd Sunday!

Bring non-perishable food items, supplies and gift cards with you to church on every 2nd Sunday for our Donation Drive! All items will benefit families of Holdeman Elementary School.

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