Worshiping at Grace

Sundays Activities 


The Very Rev. Dr.
Walter V. Hillebrand, Rector

"Sundays at Grace"   Third Sunday of Advent


December 15 - Sunday Mass – 8:00 & 10:00am -  Communion, Preaching, Prayers, Music, Choir; Grace Coffee House open after each service for snacks and conversation.
10:00 am - live-streamed link - https://vimeo.com/event/286891

9:00 am – Adult Form - Family Room and on Zoom; discussion of scriptures and Episcopal teachings.
Zoom link - 
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85342997024?pwd=bjhKeWswTXZ1TkhDR3huY3doUkE4dz09 
9:45 am – Christian Education - Godly Play stories; discussions and activities.

Communion - Any baptized Christian, regardless of denomination, is welcome to receive Communion in the Episcopal Church.

10:00 am Service - Live Stream Link -  https://vimeo.com/event/286891

Grace Church Services can also be found on YouTube at link:
www.youtube.com/channel/UCZzm2xOGpbHy31qTRINOGrQ 

Wednesday - Morning Prayer  - 9:15am in the Grace Chapel with Richard Wolf followed by coffee and conversation in the Grace Coffee House.

Wednesday - Christian Meditation - 7:00pm in the Grace Chapel after "Take a Break at Grace" evening meal; led by Fr. Walter Hillebrand  

Thursdays - Closing Out the Day -- 7:30pm - discussions, sharing, and prayers with Fr. Walter, William Brennan, Lay Eucharistic Minister, Vestry Member and Verger.
ON ZOOM, Click on:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89105761245?pwd=WEdtdURNS0FSUlNYVlZ0SDBnVG9mZz09

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The Very Rev. Dr.
Walter V. Hillebrand
12th Rector of Grace Church,
Head of School,
Dean of South East Nassau Deanery

Quincy Drover, Director of Music Ministry

The Churches of the South East Nassau Deanery


Our Vision - Grace seeks to be a visible sign of God’s love in this world!

Official Notice - The Annual Meeting of Grace Episcopal Church of Massapequa will be held on Sunday January 26, 2025 following the 10:00am Church Service. More information to come.

 

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SUNDAYS AT GRACE - 8:00am  and 10:00am MASS - (In-person & lIve-stream)  -  Communion, Readings, Choir, LIve Music, Prayers, and Preaching;  Coffee, Snacks and Conversation after each service in the Grace Coffee House in the Undercroft.

Sunday - Adult Forum at 9:00am in-person/zoom in the Undercroft

Sunday - Christian Education 9:45am in-person in Undercroft

Wednesday -  Morning Prayer 9:15am  - in the Chapel - Coffee House Open

Wednesday - "Take a Break at Grace" - 6:00pm - Weekly family meal in the Coffee House Prayers followed by 7:00pm - Christian meditation led by Fr. Walter in Grace Chapel. Call office to make a reservation - returns Sept. 18th

Thursdays - "Closing Out the Day" 7:30pm -discussions, sharing, prayers on Zoom (returns Sept. 19th )

Grace Day School Early Childhood Center - Infants, Two's Club, Nursery School and Pre- K. Operates 50 weeks a year.

Thrifty Boutique Tues.& Saturdays  - 11:00-3:00pm

Young at Heart - senior program, 3rd Thursday of the month, 12:00 noon, Parish Hall, open to all seniors in greater Massapequa Area  - next meeting November 21st; check monthly for updates, some changes.

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Your Annual Stewardship Pledge is due - Submit Pledge Forms on Sundays in collection plate or mail to Church office. 

Food Drive Collection Dates - Dec. 19th and 20th (see below for details)

Grace Episcopal Church Advent Food Drive - Thousands of Long Islanders rely on dozens of Foods Pantries to supplement their food needs. This holiday season join the parishioners of Grace Church in its Annual Advent Food Drive. All donations go to Island Harvest which distribute them to local food pantries throughout Long Island. There are many seniors, families and children that need our help. Collection Dates December 19th and 20th, 8:00am-1:00pm - Grace Church Parking lot behind Grace Church. corner of Merrick Road and Cedar Shore Drive in Massapequa.... (look for the tent) One item or a bag full...every donation Counts! and....God bless you all!
 

Young at Heart (senior club) - Next meeting of Young at Heart will be on  Thursday, December 12 -  Luncheon 12:00 noon; Italian Feast; Entertainment by Bob Damato Crooner of the American Songbook & Classic Rock n’ Roll.

New Grace Creche
- Many thanks to the builder/designer Richard  Csajko for his efforts to construct the new Grace Creche now on display in front of the Church.  In addition, we deeply appreciate the funds provided by the Bryson Family and other parishioners to cover the costs.  The Creche will be an important part of our Christmas celebration.

Adopt a Family Wrapping Party was a huge success with more than 70 parishioners helping to prepare the gifts for our seniors and selected families. Because of your generosity there will be smiles on the faces of many this Christmas.  THANK YOU TO ALL!

Holiday Sales at the Grace Thrifty Boutique Open Two Days Each Week! - Saturdays and Tuesdays - 11:00am - 3:00pm  - Visit the Thrifty Boutique to get ready for the holidays.  All "Home and Hearth" Merchandise is half-priced (lamps, pillows, quilts, dishes etc.). Our Christmas Shoppe is open and packed with beautiful, well priced treasures for your home. We also will have Flash Sales during the month. Warm pleasant environment and experienced friendly staff. 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)

What's Happening at Grace Church - December
Dec, 10- Tuesday - Thrifty Boutique - 11:00 - 3:00pm - Visit the Thrifty Boutique to get ready for the holidays.  All "Home and Hearth" Merchandise is half-priced (lamps, pillows, quilts, dishes etc.). Our Christmas Shoppe is open and packed with beautiful, well priced treasures for your home. We also will have Flash Sales during the month.
Dec. 11 – Wednesday Morning Prayer, 9:15am -Grace Chapel – A morning prayer led by Richard Wolf followed by coffee and conversation in the Coffee House. All Welcome! 
Dec.11 - Wednesday “Take a Break at Grace” Weekly Parish Dinner 6:00 pm in Coffee House followed by Christian Meditation led by Fr. Walter; all Parishioners invited; Call the office to make a reservation!

Dec.  12 – Thursday – Young at Heart, Parish Hall,- 12:00 noon, luncheon, Italian Feast; Entertainment by Bob Damato, Crooner of the American Songbook & Classic Rock n’ Roll
Dec. 12 – Thursday – “Closing Out the Day” - 7:30pm - discussions, sharing, and prayers with Fr. Walter, William Brennan, Lay Eucharistic Minister, Vestry Member

Dec. 13 – Friday – Harbor Green Civic Association Candlelight dinner Parish Hall.
 

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Grace Church's new Creche