Calendar
Mothers Night Out
Friday, May 10th is the perfect day for the perfect gift for mom. Give her the night off! Nursery School and Grace Church staff will make sure your child has a great night with fun games and activities, dinner, and a family friendly movie
Scholarship Application
Need some money for college? Apply to one of the Grace United Methodist Church Memorial Scholarships! Click the link for more details and the application.
Movie Night
Join friends of Grace on the field for a movie night! We’ll have the cub scouts, nursery school and all our friends from Grace UMC out for a fun movie night and free popcorn, May 24th at dusk.
CAMP YDP Fundraiser
CAMP YDP invites you to BUILDING BRIGHT FUTURES! A night of celebration, dining and fundraising. Grace UMC has partnered with CAMP YDP for many years and supports their efforts to provide preschool and after school care for children in Paterson. We believe together in the motto, “demographics does not determine destiny.” Sponsorship opportunities are available. Tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased using the link below to campydp.org
Planning Meeting
June 22nd is a big day for Grace UMC. Several of us will meet to make plans for the next year of ministry, from church events to fundraisers and even sermon series! The morning session focuses on events (10am-noon) and the afternoon session is about worship and sermons (12:30-2:30pm). Email us if you’d like to participate so we can make reservations for lunch, served at noon!
VBS Summer Camp
Vacation Bible School at Grace United Methodist Church
in Wyckoff, New Jersey
August 12th-16th, 9am-12pm ages 3.5 to 5th grade
Volunteer Breakfast
Celebrate with us all the great work our volunteers have put in this year! Join us before worship for a great breakfast and then be a part of the service at 10am!
Native American Ministries Sunday
Because of you, we are able to develop and strengthen Native American ministries in the Annual Conferences, Native American rural, urban, reservation ministries and communities relating to the General Board of Global Ministries. It also provides United Methodist scholarships. April 14th at 10am.
Guest Preacher
After the excitement of Easter, we take the Sunday after to focus on the mission and ministry of Grace United Methodist Church. Hear from our previous pastor at Grace, the Reverend David Wiley, April 7th at 10am.
Easter Sunday Services
Join us March 31st for Easter Sunday! Two services will be held, one at 7am for sunrise and a second at 10am. Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ in triumphal song and moving word as we remember our baptism.
Easter Egg Hunt
Its on! Our Easter Egg Hunt on the field of Grace United Methodist Church is always a great event! 10 dollars per child and 20 dollar max to register. There will be a special show, the outdoor egg hunt, photos with the Easter bunny, a craft station and special prizes!
Holy Thursday
This evening of reflection and worship deals with the last night of Jesus with his disciples before his crucifixion. The service will include a reenactment of the Last Supper and Holy Communion.
Palm Sunday
The Sunday before Easter reminds us of celebration and defeat. Remember Jesus’ triumphal entry and eventual betrayal by his disciples with palm crosses.
Family Promise Dinner
Help feed those in need through Family Promise on March 17th! We cook a delicious meal at Grace UMC in the morning and deliver it to the Hackensack, NJ Family Promise facility, where hundreds of people with housing needs can eat. Donate or volunteer to make food today!
UMCOR Sunday
In 2022, United Methodists gave almost $2.2 million on this one day which provided hope and safety for communities and individuals whose lives have been upset by storms, wars, fires, displacement and climate change. Give to help even more people this year on March 10th through our designated ‘special Sunday offering’ using the link below.
A Divine Pause - Women's Retreat
You Deserve Time Alone With God!
Guest Speaker - the Reverend Mary Haggard
Prayer practices to quiet your mind, foster deeper connections, and start each day renewed. Embrace prayer and serenity.
Saturday, March 9th, 2024 9am-3pm
555 Russell Avenue, Wyckoff, NJ 07481
Retreat and Lunch: $30
Call Noelle at 551-388-3996 for more information
Easter Flowers
Easter Flower Ordering is OPEN! Now - March 6th
Each year members & friends provide Easter Flowers to beautify the sanctuary, affirm our resurrection faith, and honor or memorialize loved ones with inscriptions.
Order online at: www.gumc.org/flowers OR
Pick up a paper form in the narthex. Paper forms can be placed in the offering plate, mailed in, placed in Hilda’s office mailbox, or done in person during office hours
Lenten Study on Luke
Join Pastor Brian for a Lenten series on Luke: Jesus and the Outsiders, Outcasts and Outlaws by Adam Hamilton. We’ll explore Jesus’s ministry and his journey to the cross as we hear about stories of Jesus’s relationships with ordinary, flawed, and unexpected people. Every Sunday evening during Lent via Zoom.
Ash Wednesday
Discover the deeper meaning and significance of the Lenten season. It begins with Ash Wednesday February 14th at 9am, with a brief liturgy and imposition of ashes over at the Nursery School. Then at 12 noon there is a chapel service with reflective music, communion and the imposition of ashes. Finally, at 7:30pm is our evening service, also with communion and the imposition of ashes. All are welcome for any of these gatherings!
Parent's Night Out (Valentine's)
Drop your kids off and enjoy a kid-free evening! Come to Grace, leave your children in the care of our professional staff from both the Nursery School and the Church and have guilt-free time with your special someone! The people at Grace will have a movie, games and crafts so everyone has a safe, fun evening. $25 per child, $50 per family.
Trivia Night
Join us for a night of all ages Bible trivia! We promise not to make anyone feel bad about what they do or don’t know; it will be all fun!
Christmas Eve Service (Traditional)
Join us for our Christmas Eve services, December 24th at 4pm or 8pm.
At 4pm we celebrate Christmas with a service tailored for the children in the congregation and end with candlelight singing Silent Night.
At 8pm we have a more traditional service and will also end with candlelight singing Silent Night.
Christmas Eve Service (Family)
Join us for our Christmas Eve services, December 24th at 4pm or 8pm.
At 4pm we celebrate Christmas with a service tailored for the children in the congregation and end with candlelight singing Silent Night.
At 8pm we have a more traditional service and will also end with candlelight singing Silent Night.
Lessons and Carols
The annual Lessons & Carols of Grace United Methodist Church will be held on Sunday, Dec. 17th, starting at 4pm, and concluding at 5:15pm. All are welcome!
Parents' Morning Out
Do you have some last minute holiday shopping to do? Do you need a few uninterrupted hours in the kitchen? Are there some gifts that still need to be wrapped? Drop your kids off and tackle that to-do list! We’ll keep them busy with crafts and games and a classic Christmas movie. We’ll even feed them lunch!
The cost is $25/child or $50 for a family.
Cookie Walk
Join our 7th annual cookie walk for some delicious homemade cookies sold by the pound. Get all your Christmas treats in one place! Come early because we sell out quick!
Christmas Fair
The Grace United Methodist Church Christmas Fair returns! After several years off, we are bringing back vendors, handmade ornaments, the toy store, attic treasures, a visit from Santa and our tricky tray (3pm drawing).
Movie Night
****CANCELED DUE TO RAIN****
Join the Grace United Methodist Church and Grace Nursery School for a movie night at sundown! We’ll have a fun, family movie for little ones with free concessions. Connect with folks from the community and enjoy the show!
Parents Night Out
Drop your kids off and enjoy a kid-free evening! Come to Grace, leave your children in the care of our professional staff from both the Nursery School and the Church and have a guilt-free break! The people at Grace will have a movie, games and crafts so everyone has a safe, fun evening. $25 per child, $50 per family (click the image to register).
Block Party
IMPORTANT UPDATE!
Due to the inclement weather, the Block Party has been rescheduled for Sunday, September 17
Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School at Grace United Methodist Church
in Wyckoff, New Jersey
July 17th-21st, 9am-12pm ages 3.5 to 5th grade
Movie Night
Join the Grace United Methodist Church, Grace Nursery School for a movie night at sundown! We’ll have a fun, family movie with free concessions. Connect with folks from the community and enjoy the show!
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Mother’s Day Parents Night Out
Drop your kids off and enjoy a kid-free evening! Come to Grace, leave your children in the care of our professional staff from both the Nursery School and the Church and have guilt-free time with your special someone! The people at Grace will have a movie, games and crafts so everyone has a safe, fun evening. $25 per child, $50 per family.
Easter Egg Hunt
Its on! Our Easter Egg Hunt on the field of Grace United Methodist Church is always a great event! 10 dollars per child and 20 dollar max to register. There will be a special bubble show, the outdoor egg hunt, photos with the Easter bunny and special prizes!
Family Promise
Help feed those in need through Family Promise on March 19th! We cook a delicious meal at Grace UMC in the morning and deliver it to the Hackensack, NJ Family Promise facility, where hundreds of people with housing needs can eat. Donate to Family Promise or volunteer to make food today!
Ash Wednesday Noon
Join us on Ash Wednesday for one of several options.
9am outdoors, by the Nursery School main door, for a brief prayer and the imposition of ashes
12pm noon, in our chapel for a service and the imposition of ashes
7:30pm in the sanctuary for a service and the imposition of ashes
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