Our Vision - Grace seeks to be a visible sign of God’s love in this world!
Grace - A Church for all People!
The Churches of the South East Nassau Deanery
Grace Rector Elected to Serve on Committee to Oversee the Election of the New Episcopal Bishop -
Proud to announce that our Rector, The Very Rev. Dr. Walter V. Hillebrand, has been selected to serve on the Long Island Episcopal Diocese Joint Oversight Committee.
As part of the search for the Ninth Bishop of Long Island, a Diocesan Joint Oversight Committee has been formed. The committee comprises eight members — four elected from the Standing Committee and four elected from the Diocesan Council. The new committee members were elected by the membership of their respective bodies.
The Joint Oversight Committee will oversee the election process and facilitate the formation of a Search/Nominating Committee with guidance from consultants at the Presiding Bishop’s Office. The committee and consultants will meet in the coming weeks.
GRACE CHAPEL NEW STAINED GLASS WINDOWS– Just installed yesterday, the stained-glass windows are part of the original Chapel plan. Open for the past year, the Chapel has proven to be an outstanding addition to our church facilities. Used weekly, it has become a sacred place of peace and contemplation. It is also used for smaller weddings and funerals. Many thanks to the women of the Grace Thrifty Boutique efforts which raised the funds necessary to purchase the windows. (see rotating pictures above )
FEBRUARY YOUNG AT HEART– The next Grace Church Young at Heart will be held on Thursday, February 20th at 12:00 noon featuring Nassau County Clerk Maureen O'Connell speaking on "Protecting Seniors from Scams."
Grace Church Thrifty Boutique - Open Sat and Tues. 11:00 - 3:00- Visit the Thrifty Boutique in January. "BRRRRR it's cold outside...sale on coats and boots." Plenty of free parking, Located on the first floor of the Floyd Jones House….Large White House on west side of the parking lot of Grace Church, 23 Cedar Shore Drive, Massapequa , NY (corner of Merrick Rd. and Cedar Shore Drive)
Grace Church 180th Annual Parish Meeting - Fr. Walter V. Hillebrand in his address to the parish, cited the many successes of 2024 as well as outlining his vision for the future.
More - http://www.gracechurchmassapequa.org/about/news-events/news/single-news/grace-church-180th-annual-parish-meeting
What's Happening at Grace Church - February
Feb. 11- Tuesday - Thrifty Boutique - 11:00 - 3:00pm – Stay Warm -- boots and coats half price. Special Valentines Sale - Up to two items of your choosing - half price
Feb. 12– Wednesday Morning Prayer, 9:15am - Grace Chapel – A morning prayer led by layman Richard Wolf followed by coffee and conversation in the Coffee House. All Welcome!
Feb. 12 – Wednesday “Coffee at Grace” at Grace Coffee House; opens 9:00 am until 12:00 noon
Feb. 12 - – Wednesday, 5:30 pm – Catechism Class Meets, Christian Ed Room; Camille Olson, Christian Ed director, LEM and Vestry member; Carol Ann Brancato, assistant director, LEM
Feb 12 - Wednesday “Take a Break at Grace” Weekly Parish Dinner 6:00 pm in Coffee House followed Christian Meditation with Deacon Bob White in the Chapel; all Parishioners invited; Call the office to make a reservation!
Feb. 13 – Thursday – “Closing Out the Day” - 7:30pm - discussions, sharing, and prayers with Fr. Walter, William Brennan, Lay Eucharistic Minister, Vestry Member
ON ZOOM, Click on:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89105761245?pwd=WEdtdURNS0FSUlNYVlZ0SDBnVG9mZz09
Feb, 15– Saturday - Thrifty Boutique - 11:00 - 3:00pm - Stay Warm -- boots and coats half price. Special Valentines Sale - Up to two items of your choosing - half price
Feb. 16 – Sunday at Grace - Morning Prayer – 8:00 am & 10:00 am - Readings, Choir, Live Music, and Prayers; Coffee, Snacks and Conversation after each service in the Grace Coffee House in the Undercroft.
10:00 am - live-streamed link - https://vimeo.com/event/286891
9:00 am Adult Forum in person Family Room and on Zoom; discussions, sharing, and prayers with William Brennan, Lay Eucharistic Minister, Vestry Member. Zoom Link –
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85342997024?pwd=bjhKeWswTXZ1TkhDR3huY3doUkE4dz09
9:45 am – Christian Education for children, “Godly Play” in the Undercroft. The Good Samaritan - Donna Cynar; Camille Olson, Christian Ed director, LEM and Vestry member; Carol Ann Brancato, assistant director, LEM
Feb. 18 - Tuesday - Thrifty Boutique - 11:00 - 3:00pm - Stay Warm -- boots and coats half price. Special Valentines Sale - Up to two items of your choosing - half price
Feb. 19 – Wednesday Morning Prayer, 9:15am -Grace Chapel – A morning prayer led by layman Richard Wolf followed by coffee and conversation in the Coffee House. All Welcome!
Feb. 19 – Wednesday “Coffee at Grace” at Grace Coffee House; opens 9:00am until 12:00 noon
Feb. 19 - Wednesday “Take a Break at Grace” Weekly Parish Dinner 6:00 pm in Coffee House followed by Christian Meditation with Deacon Bob White; all Parishioners invited; Call the office to make a reservation!
Feb. 20 –Thursday- Young at Heart senior club – 12:00 noon- Parish Hall, luncheon and program; Guest speaker . Nassau County Clerk Maureen O’Connell –“Protecting Senior Citizens.”
Feb 20– Thursday – “Closing Out the Day” - 7:30pm - discussions, sharing, and prayers with Fr. Walter, William Brennan, Lay Eucharistic Minister, Vestry Member ON ZOOM, Click on:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89105761245?pwd=WEdtdURNS0FSUlNYVlZ0SDBnVG9mZz09
Feb. 22– Saturday - Thrifty Boutique - 11:00 - 3:00pm - Stay Warm -- boots and coats half price. Special Valentines Sale - Up to two items of your choosing - half price
Feb. 23– Sunday at Grace - Mass with Fr. Walter Hillebrand – 8:00 am & 10:00 am - Communion, Readings, Choir, Live Music, Prayers, and Preaching; Coffee, Snacks and Conversation after each service in the Grace Coffee House.
10:00 am - live-streamed link - https://vimeo.com/event/286891
9:00 am Adult Forum in person Family Room and on Zoom; discussions, sharing, and prayers with William Brennan, Lay Eucharistic Minister, Vestry Member. Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85342997024?pwd=bjhKeWswTXZ1TkhDR3huY3doUkE4dz09
9:45 am – Christian Education for children, “Godly Play” in the Undercroft.
Jonah the Backward Prophet - Lynn Savin; Camille Olson, Christian Ed director, LEM and Vestry member; Carol Ann Brancato, assistant director, LEM
5:00 pm – “Open Mic” social – Grace Coffee House –– Snacks, entertainment; tickets $10.00 see Ken Cynar
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John Caracappa, and Richard Csajko presented with the Rector’s Cross; Ken Cynar named Warden Emeritus during 180th Annual Meeting.
