Calendar

Planning Meeting
Jun
14

Planning Meeting

June 14th 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 (10:30am-noon) and the afternoon session is about worship and sermons (12:30-2:00pm). Email us if you’d like to participate so we can make reservations for lunch, served at noon!

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Dads and Grads
Jun
15

Dads and Grads

Join us for Dads and Grads Sunday, where we award some special people scholarships to help in their pursuit of higher education! We’ll also honor some dads among us, who support their families in some amazing and unexpected ways! This service marks the start of our summer season, so its the last chance to hear our choir perform and be in the full Sunday School program (we switch to one-room Sunday School for the summer). Looking for the scholarship? Use the link below.

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Mission U 2025
Jul
18
to Jul 20

Mission U 2025

Join us at Mission U as we explore the theme ‘Practicing Hope Together.’ Mission U participants will study the resurrection appearances of Jesus and the example of the early Christian communities to explore what it means to practice hope in God even when things seem to be falling apart. Mission U offers three exciting curricula on this theme. Visit uwfaithresources.org for information on resources - Practicing Hope is for men and women, Communities of Spirit is for youth and Hope as a Resurrection People is for children. Scholarships are available through Mission U and Grace United Methodist Church.

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Congregational Care Team Luncheon
Jul
20

Congregational Care Team Luncheon

Congregational Care Team Lunch, Sunday, July 14th

Join the Congregational Care Team for lunch and discussion July 14th after worship (approx. 11:15am).  New members and anyone curious about the team is invited to join us.  Please rsvp to Hilda: info@gumc.org

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VBS Summer Camp
Aug
4

VBS Summer Camp

True North Vacation Bible School is all about learning to trust Jesus in a wild world! Registration available now! $52 per child, ages 3-11 for online registration. Camp runs each day from 9am to 12pm August 4th-8th. You can read more details about the program or find our paper registration form at gumc.org/vbs

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Six Flags
Aug
27

Six Flags

Join the Grace Youth Group for an exciting trip to Six Flags, Great Adventure! This year we’ll be joining youth groups from around the state for the GNJ Six Flags events!

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Confirmation Sunday
Jun
1

Confirmation Sunday

Join us on Sunday, June 1st, where young people will be welcomed into membership and confirm their baptism through the act of confirmation. Together we will welcome them in and celebrate this momentous step!

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Change the World Sunday
May
18

Change the World Sunday

Change the World is an initiative to do exactly what it sounds like! We are changing the world with several exciting steps May 18th, starting at 9am. We will prepare our next Family Ministries dinner, where we feed hundreds who are homeless. You can volunteer or donate to support this ministry. At 10am we will have a special guest from across the world to offer greetings and give us a more international perspective on what is happening in the world. Then after worship we have our annual kickball game for the kids! Its a day of action and fun that will help change the world. Join us!

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Volunteer Breakfast
May
4

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. We have a special ‘panel discussion’ during worship, too!

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District Conference
Apr
26

District Conference

As spring blossoms and takes root, United Methodists from across GNJ will gather as districts, rekindling a tradition that in GNJ has laid dormant for more than 20 years—the District Conference.

The truth is excellent ministry is contextual. It always has a zip code. The District Conference is more than just a meeting; it’s a celebration of the unique ministries of each district in our Annual Conference. Grace will gather with others at Butler United Methodist Church April 26th at 1pm.

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Easter Sunday Services
Apr
20

Easter Sunday Services

Join us April 20th 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. We’ll also have a special miniature Easter Cantata as the choir shares with us the story of resurrection through beautiful music!

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Easter Egg Hunt
Apr
19

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!

Easter Egg Hunt
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Holy Thursday
Apr
17

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.

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Youth Group Ecumenical Trip
Mar
28

Youth Group Ecumenical Trip

The youth group and confirmation class is taking a trip to an ecumenical center to explore a different religious community. Any youth not accompanied by a parent needs to have a permission form filled out found here on the youth page. The Friday service starts around 7 and runs until around 8:30-9:30 depending on the day, but it is typical for people to come and go. About 1/3 of it is readings with translation on screen, 1/3 is songs with translations, and 1/3 is spoken, similar to Brian’s sermons, and does not have translations. We will visit the hall for the music and go to the langar hall - the free community kitchen dedicated to feeding everyone and representing equality and love of God - to learn about their community service initiatives during the sermon. There will be plenty of opportunities for questions and it is heavily encouraged. 

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Prayer Connection, Women’s One Day Retreat
Mar
22

Prayer Connection, Women’s One Day Retreat

In moments of openness, we discover that the connections we crave are always waiting for us.

Light breakfast and registration at 8:30am

Program runs from 9:15am-12pm

$15 per person

Registration ends Wednesday, 3/19 at noon. Paper registration forms available in the church narthex.

For more info please contact Hilda at the church office or email events@gumc.org and she will put you in contact with one our Retreat Sisters (Carol, Mary Ann, & Linda) or feel free to ask them questions before/after worship on Sundays.

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Confirmation Retreat
Mar
21
to Mar 23

Confirmation Retreat

Confirmation Retreat at Gretna Glen has a wonderful history and has been a standard for thousands of confirmands throughout the years. The weekend is focused on the five vows of affirmation—prayer, presence, gifts, service & witness. Each vow comes to life as the confirmands participate in hands-on activities, discussions, and reflections that help draw parallels between confirmation and a life of faith. Confirmands will go on a local mission trip on Saturday afternoon, experience teambuilding, the trust trail, and evening worship around a campfire as part of this retreat. This program is built to complement any confirmation curriculum, no matter what stage of the confirmation process your students are in. Confirmation classes and their adult leaders will come together with other churches to experience this retreat. (The group will meet at Grace United Methodist Church and travel together to Gretna Glen)

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Family Promise Dinner
Mar
16

Family Promise Dinner

Support Family Promise by helping us make a home cooked meal for over 150 people! Each meal costs about $500, so donate or volunteer some time to cook! Contact Patricia from Grace UMC to learn how you can help.

Did you know that Bergen County separates the homeless population based on gender? That means a husband and wife, mother and son, or father and daughter are separated if they lose their home. Family Promise fills the gap by providing housing as parents work to regain adequate shelter for their families.

enter an amount under ‘Family Promise’ on our giving page

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Last Supper on the Moon
Mar
11

Last Supper on the Moon

In this five-session Bible study, bestselling author and pastor Levi Lusko journeys back in time and forward in hope, using the 1969 lunar mission as an analogy of God's mission of salvation. Along the way, he explores the wonder of God's love in sending Jesus from "outer space" to die for your sins--and how that incredible love has the power to transform your "inner space." Join us spring ‘25 March 11, 18, 25 April 1, and 8

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Ash Wednesday
Mar
5

Ash Wednesday

Discover the deeper meaning and significance of the Lenten season. It begins with Ash Wednesday March 5th 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!

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Souper Bowl
Feb
9

Souper Bowl

Donate a can of soup or other canned items and bring in one dollar to help feed those in need! This annual Souper Bowl Fundraiser will support CUMAC, which feeds over 40,000 people every year in Northern New Jersey. Donations can be brought to Sunday morning worship at Grace United Methodist Church or to the church office during office hours (M-F, 9-1). There’s also a presentation by our soup ministry to the confirmation class after Sunday morning worship!

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New Member Classes
Feb
2

New Member Classes

New member classes are typically offered in the fall or spring. Explore both the ministries of the church and the theology of the United Methodist Church. These two classes will help you discover the purpose and meaning for membership, as well as your own connection with the church. Winter ‘25 February 2nd, March 2nd after church.

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Trivia Night
Jan
26

Trivia Night

Join the family ministries of Grace United Methodist Church for Trivia Night! Its biblical trivia, but is great for all ages (we play in teams). The competition begins January 26th at 4pm and will be over by 6pm.

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Northern Region Foundational Leadership Training
Jan
25

Northern Region Foundational Leadership Training

The Foundational Leadership Training is designed for church officers, committee and team leaders, and people engaged in various ministries of the church to provide foundational understanding and leadership skills. Two workshop sessions provide the opportunity for participants to choose different options to learn about their area of ministry and other more general leadership skills. All workshops will take place via ZOOM and are offered in both sessions. Pre-registration is requested, registration can be found here: https://mailchi.mp/gnjumc/metrohighlands-foundational-training-2025?e=337395c00f

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Christmas Eve Service
Dec
24

Christmas Eve Service

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.

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Christmas Eve Service
Dec
24

Christmas Eve Service

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.

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Christmas Play
Dec
15

Christmas Play

Are you ready for a Very Mixed Up Christmas Pageant? The Grace United Methodist Church Sunday School program will be presenting a Christmas Play in worship during Advent, December 15th at 10am! You won’t want to miss this gift of silly and endearing love from the Sunday School as they put their acting talents on display, sing Christmas songs, and remind us of the true joy of Christmas. Join us Sunday in worship all Advent long and especially December 15th!

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Cookie Walk
Dec
14

Cookie Walk

Join our 8th 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!

FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED WHILE SELECTIONS LAST

COOKIES SOLD BY WEIGHT ($12 per lb.)

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Candles at Noon
Dec
11

Candles at Noon

You are invited to attend “Candles at Noon,” a Blue Christmas Service on Wednesday, December 11th at noon at Grace United Methodist Church. This service is especially geared for those who are grieving or hurting during this season, or just those who are overwhelmed by the things that come with this time of year. Come away and spend some quiet time with us.  A light lunch will be served after the service.

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Experiencing Christmas
Dec
4

Experiencing Christmas

Everything seems different at the end of the year. We put lights on our houses to dispel the growing darkness, Christmas music floods local radio stations, apple cider and cranberry sauce are again on the menu, and wrapping paper and tape are always ready. Things just look, smell, and taste differently during the Advent and Christmas season, and these differences are a sign to us that God is about to do something radical and different. Join our small group study winter ‘24 December 4, 11, 18...

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Hanging of the Greens
Nov
30

Hanging of the Greens

Join the worship committee in decorating the church for Christmas! Its all hands on deck as we prepare for Jesus this December! The youth will also have breakfast and prepare Advent Wreaths as part of the fun!

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Wreath Sale
Nov
30

Wreath Sale

Wreath sale! Funds supports the youth ministry. Orders are due soon. Wreaths can be picked up December 1st, after church or Monday morning at the Nursery School. Price is $25 per wreath.

Wreath making for the youth will happen November 30th in conjunction with the hanging of the greens. Breakfast will also be served!

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