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faith family friends

While the summer season draws near—to the delight of students and teachers alike—and many look for-ward to vacations, mission trips, and Vacation Bible School, the Christian community continues to celebrate the wonder and mystery of the Holy Spirit.

Who or what is the Holy Spirit?

Author L. William Countryman re-minds us that Jesus understood the Spirit under Hebrew and Aramaic names (ruah, ruha) which happen to be of feminine gender…which is why many refer to the Spirit as “She.”

The ancient words for Spirit also mean “wind.” Jesus says that the Spirit is indeed like the wind. You do not know where the wind comes from or where it going. (John 3: 8) Likewise, the Holy Spirit always has about it an element of elusiveness

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and surprise.

We cannot pin the Spirit down. “She” does not stay in the same place or keep doing only one thing forever. The Spirit always contains the possibility of change and growth, of adaptation to new situations and addressing new challenges.

Writes Countryman, “She is indeed present: not at a particular address, not under human control, but in the same way the wind is present, free, powerful, often unexpected. Jesus promises that the Spirit will lead us in truth. The Spirit takes what be-longs to Jesus and proclaims it to us….”

Such is our hope…that we become more like Jesus as the Spirit forms and fills us with the very qualities which made Jesus the unique char-acter that he was and is. Referring

to the gifts of the Spirit, Eugene Pe-terson paraphrases the letter to the Galatians this way:

God…”brings gifts into our lives, much the same way that fruit ap-pears in an orchard—things like affection for others, exuberance about life, serenity. We develop a willingness to stick with things, a sense of compassion in the heart, and a conviction that a basic holi-ness permeates things and people. We find ourselves involved in loyal commitments, not needing to force our way in life, able to marshal and direct our energies wisely.” (Galatians 5:22-23)

May the Holy Spirit blow upon us all and fill us anew with these life-giving gifts!

Blessings,

Pastor Rudy

9750 Wellington Road Manassas, VA 20110

(703) 361-7800 office@umcgrace.org

@GraceUMCManassas @thriveingrace

@graceinmanassas @thriveingrace

@graceinmanassas @thriveingrace

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Our June gathering will include a lunch of pizza and salad, and an amazing program by award-winning ac-tor, Mary Ann Jung, as she offers a first-person portrayal of Clara Barton. (You will remember Mary Ann from last year’s first-person portrayal of Amelia Earhart.)

The cost is the usual $6 for pizza and salad. Please bring cookies to share! Donations to offset the pro-gram cost are welcomed.

The date is Thursday, June 21, at noon in the Fellowship Hall. Invite a friend! And please RSVP by Mon-day, June 18, to the church office at 703-361-7800 or office@umcgrace.org. If you have questions, please contact Denise Childers, Director of Senior Adult Ministries at dchilders@umcgrace.org.

There will not be a July gathering, but August features Senior Adult Ministries Sun-day on Sunday, August 19. Martha Stokes, Director of Community and Church Rela-tions for Pinnacle Living (formerly Virginia United Methodist Homes, Inc.) will be our guest preacher at each worship service. Following 11:00 am worship, all Seniors are invited to a celebration luncheon prepared and served by members of our Youth Group.

Moving into the Fall, our luncheon/programs will be offered on the 2nd Thursday of each month (instead of the 3rd Thursday), to prevent overlap with other commu-nity groups. We welcome all adults 55 and over to join us on this journey of spiritual growth, building relationships, and having fun and fellowship.

Welcome to Senior Adult Ministries

Thank you!!!

Thank you to all the wonderful children’s ministry volunteers who served this past school year!

Please take a minute to thank those ministry leaders who made a difference in your child’s life!

UpStreet Sunday School Acolytes

JAM Babysitting Co-Op

FBI & TAG Praise-N-Play

Grief Group

Grace’s Grief Support Group returns September 11 in the Resource Room. The meetings will occur month-ly on the 2nd Tuesday from 7:00 pm until approximately 8:30 pm. This group offers those who are in vari-ous stages of the grieving process to come together to discuss his or her journey since the loss of someone in their lives.

If you need to speak with someone prior to September, please contact either Sylvia Bynum or Bev Wil-liams at their numbers below. They both have training in grief ministry and would welcome the oppor-tunity to speak with you prior to the sessions starting in September.

Bev Williams 703-369-1738 (home) 571-215-8413 (cell)

Sylvia Bynum 571-248-2841 (home) 703-216-8551 (cell)

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Grace UMC Vacation Bible School 2018

Shipwrecked

Sunday, July 15 — Thursday, July 19

5:45—8:30 pm

We are looking for 100 volunteers (youth and adults) to help us

reach and teach the children of our church and community during

this exciting week. YOU can make a difference. Come join us!

Our classes are filling quickly...so don’t wait—register today!

Age 3 through 5th grade; children must have been born by 9/30/14

to attend VBS! Childcare for children who were born after 9/30/14

is for VBS volunteers only.

Registration forms and volunteer sign-up forms are on the VBS

table in the Narthex or online at www.umcgrace.org.

Registration deadline is June 18 or when classes are full! We

cannot accommodate walk-ins on the first night.

Mission Possible June 18-22

Mission Possible is a one-week hands-on mission experience for children in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. This year, plans are to go to SERVE and Rising Hope, help in the community garden, pack lunches, visit Caton Merchant House and Georgetown South—our neighbors and friends—to help where we can. Our team is almost full. Please con-tact Darlene at drunaldue@umcgrace.org for more information.

Soccer Camp @ Georgetown South

June 18-22

Hey kids! Join us for a free soccer camp at Georgetown South and have fun while meeting new friends this summer. Youth and adult coaches are needed, so if you have some time on your hands and want to have fun while teaching the game of soc-cer, please contact drunaldue@umcgrace.org.

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Vacation Bible School

Choir Camp Choir Camp brochures are now available for all rising 1st through 5th grad-ers. Choir Camp will be held from Monday, July 9, to Friday, July 13, culmi-nating with singing on Sunday, July 15, at 8:25 am and 11:00 am services. Registration forms can be found on the organ. Choir camp registration deadline is Sunday, June 10.

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Memorials

In memory of David Kessler Allan and Hannah Nixon Katie Swenson

In memory of Sandra Thomas Judith Schornick Grace Progressive Class Allan and Hannah Nixon Larry and Bonnie Byers Dot Moore Katie Swenson Contributions received have been

used for The Music Ministry,

Caring and Sharing, Lighting the

Way, and Clover Hill Cemetery.

June Birthdays

1 Ricki Guyant, Rhonda Hernandez, Nate Jarvis, Myra Lindsey, Josoa Mitchell, Marie Smith, Jason Wiersteiner

2 Martha Baker, Chloe Johnson, Brandon Klus

3 Christopher Bolton, Michelle Hettmann, Lynn Jost, Emily Lockhart, Ben Risko, Jim Uzzle

5 Madison Brown, Matthew Campbell, Mimi Menzies, Rowan Potts

6 Cydney Colgan, Dot Moore, Amy Vancampen

7 Kate Roof

8 Jeanette Chamberlain

9 Olivia Dann, Andy Way

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Our monthly Fellowship Breakfast will be on the first Saturday each month this summer, from 8:00-9:00 am, at Denny’s restaurant on the corner of Portsmouth Avenue and Sudley Road. The dates are:

June 2 July 7 August 4

The UMM have two weekly study groups available to all men. A Wes-leyan Small Group study meets on Wednesday nights in the Prayer Room (first floor). The group is led by Marc Thompson and meets at 7:30 pm. For more information, please contact Marc at 703-366-2939.

A Traditional Bible Study meets on Thursday nights from 7:15-8:30 pm. This group meets in the Resource Room (second floor). The cur-rent study is on the Gospel of Luke. For more information, please contact John Bennett at lisajohnbennett@comcast.net.

United Methodist Men

Join us twice monthly on Thursdays at 1:00 pm for this 45-minute, fun-for-all-

ages class, which works with flexibility, strength and endurance training, and

balance and functional drills. Each person will be encouraged to work at his

or her own pace and comfort level. If you have any questions, please contact

Sharron McDaniel at ftwinc@verizon.net. Cost is $3.00. Classes are offered

on the following dates:

June 14 Narthex June 28 Narthex

Empowered in Living

Kicks off on June 10! Preschoolers will meet in Room 3. Elementary children (K-6th grades) will meet in the Fellowship Hall.

All children will be promoted to the next age/grade level on Fall Kick-Off Day, September 9.

The JAM leaders and helpers have loved teaching, learning, and worshipping alongside the children this year! JAM will be taking a break over the summer, but plans to resume after school begins in September!

Children’s Summer

Sunday School...

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Soloists and Musical Ensembles will lead worship at the

8:25, 9:45 and 11:00 am services during the summer.

Music Soloists & Ensembles

June Birthdays

10 Mark Neil, Mateus Nunes-Fuller, Nicholas Sarmanian, Carl Siberts, Matt Uzzle

11 Maddie Bogan, Gina Morse

12 Terry Caniford, Bill Dennis, Leslie Jacobs, Bill Johnson, Joe Paap

13 Matthew Alexander, Brad Bogan, Connie Embrey, Barbara Wade

14 Jared Girvan, Lori MacDonald, Reed Mszar, Libby Pittard, Jon Steele, Bev Williams

15 Denise Mitchell, Tom Young

16 Shelley Husband, Kelly Newcome, Bryan Routt

17 Frances Best, Erika Bukva, Steven Field, John Madden, Eric Virakone

19 Ruth Daffan, Monica Hornauer, Jonathan Hunley, Lynn Robb, Lilly Scott

20 Perry Arnold, Sahara Blanchard, Joy Combs, Tim Deitz, Colby Jean, Ron Knowles, Charles Lasher, Kelsey May

21 Robert Embrey, Robin Hysmith, Leighton Meador, Madelynn Warren

22 Brady Eberhart, Deanne Horte, Logan Hysmith, Larry Merritt, Diane Rule, Fred Sims

In 2020, Pastor Janet, Rev. Milton and Grace UMC will host two trips to see the Passion Play in Oberammergau, Germany. On August 10, 2020, Pastor Janet and Rev. Milton will host the Oberammergau Passion Play and Best of the Holy Land Tour. Grace UMC is also sponsoring the Oberammergau Passion Play and the Romantic Dan-ube River Cruise, which will leave July 2, 2020. The brochures have arrived and can be found on the organ and in the Narthex kiosk.

You are invited to any of the following information meetings about the Passion Play trip in the choir room.

Sunday, July 8, 12:00-12:30 pm

Sunday, July 22, 12:00-12:30 pm

Thursday, August 2, 7:00-8:00 pm

Passion Play in Germany

The Annual Grace Church Hymn Sing takes place every Sunday in July and August.

Please choose your top three favorite hymns and we will try to in-corporate them into worship in July and August.

Summer Hymn Sing Suggestions

Hymn number & Name

Hymn number & Name

Hymn number & Name

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June Birthdays

24 Tony Bostic, Samantha Brinkmann, Emma Husband, Dhalia Metenou, Camille Sellers

26 Matthew Barnes, Jennifer Gettys, Diane Hurd, Carole Miller

27 Wilma Craig, Lucy Jarvis, Avery Morton, Kyla Mulvanity

28 Kayla Gray, Minh Kieu, Emma Kuhn, Helen Saylors, Noah Wilsher, Reed Wilsher

29 Jim Garrison, Ronny Graham, Laura Kline, June Kohler, Shane Morison

30 David Bair, Liam Harrison, David Williamson

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The Wesley Singers make their way to the surf and sands of Virginia’s southeastern shore for the Beacon of Hope summer tour. Eighteen sing-ers will serve as singing ambassadors for Grace UMC in the cities of

Newport News, Hampton and Virginia Beach the week of June 19-21. Virginia Wesleyan University will serve as the home base during the tour.

The Beacon of Hope tag evolved from a lively discussion during a Wesley Singers’ choir rehearsal in March. The singers wanted to capture the 2017-2018 choir theme of “shining their light” for Christ for the summer tour. The image of lighthouses and shining lights emerged. Lighthouses emit a beacon of light through a system of lamps and lenses to serve as a navigational aid to safely guide ships at sea or on inland waterways. Beacons of light, hope for maritime travelers… Naturally the lighthouse image stuck and “beacon of hope” was born.

The tour will feature community concerts. The underlying theme of the choral repertoire will support the light of hope and strength of God. We look forward to spreading the light of hope to others in a hands-on mis-sion project at the Judeo-Christian Outreach Center (JCOC) in Virginia Beach.

Thank you for supporting The Wesley Singers and their “Music and Mis-sion in Action” this summer. Help us kickoff our tour by attending the home concert at Grace UMC on Monday, June 18, at 7 pm. We covet your prayers, too, as we make our way to the southeastern Virginia coast!

Tour Schedule

Mon. June 18 at 7 pm: Beacon of Hope Kickoff Concert at Grace UMC

Tues. June 19 at 1 pm: Concert for Loving Seniors at Warwick Forest Retirement Community, Newport News, VA

Tues. June 19 at 7 pm: Community Concert at First UMC Fox Hill, Hampton, VA

Wed. June 20: Mission in Action! JCOC in Virginia Beach,VA

Wed. June 20 at 7 pm: Community Concert at Courthouse Community UMC, Virginia Beach, VA

Thurs. June 21: Sun and Surf!

Lynn Jost, Director, The Wesley Singers

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Mission Encounter 2018 Smith Mountain Lake, July 27-29

Mission Encounter is a weekend event held for the Virginia Conference and attended by women, men, youth and even children! It is a great opportunity to study/learn more about the needs in mission work in our world and what we as United Methodists are doing about them. Please go online to take a look at this year’s brochure: https://www.vaumw.com/events/mission-encounter. Darlene Runaldue is the Assistant Dean to this year’s event and would be happy to answer any questions. Our own Barbara Barrick, will be one of the featured guest speakers during the mission time to help women’s prison ministry.

A Note of Thanks

When we started the band, SonRise was the name suggested to us by Rev. Milton. It was a good name. It is a good name. However, if you do an internet search, there are lots of churches/bands/services using some form of that name. The struggle for us was how do we get our music out there for folks to hear while cutting through all the other SonRise names. During the recording process of the CD we knew we must address our band name. After many suggestions, discussions and votes the name we decided upon was One Waypoint.

If you search the internet for the definition of the word "waypoint," most of the sites call it an interme-diate or stopping point on a jour-ney. Some sites mention a land-mark or a point of reference. The journey of the band as a group started with the journey of the band as individuals. As the lyrics of our song "We are God's People"

state: "we've all got a story how we came to Christ, a journey of faith and love, for some the road was long, others knew God all along...." For each of us, God is our waypoint, our point of reference as we glide along this glorious journey of life.

The journey of the CD started in 2014. The idea kicked off with a con-cert in March of that year. We were brimming with excitement as we started laying down tracks. During the process a number of unfore-seen circumstances delayed the production, the details of which are not important. What is important is in the end prayer, patience and perseverance were rewarded. (Of course that lesson is probably one we have all learned many times and know is true with the promise of our Lord.)

We the band, One Waypoint, the band formerly known as SonRise, would like to say "thank you." Thank you for all the support we've received over the years during the evening service, the kickoff concert and the album release concert on May 5. Thank you to those who came out on a rainy day for the One Love Manassas festival where the band was one of the performers. Thank you for all those who kept the faith when it seemed like the CD would never happen. Without the support of Grace leadership and the congregation the CD would still just be an idea.

So what's next for the band? In the short term, we will be leading some services on a Sunday in July. Beyond that, we don't really know what's in God's plan, but we are open to where He will lead.

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Congratulations to our

Graduates of the Class of 2018!

Cameron Troy Biendl–Patriot HS, will study business at Christopher Newport University and compete on the varsity track and field team

Vera Bordoh-Ansah–Stonewall Jackson HS, will enlist in the United States Navy and pursue a degree in cyber security

Verita Bordoh-Ansah–Stonewall Jackson HS, will enlist in the United States Air Force and pursue a computer engineering degree

Maxwell “Max” Brothers–Stonewall Jackson HS, will study International Relations and Spanish at Northern Virginia Community College

Elizabeth Tyler Campbell–Osbourn HS, will study English at Christopher Newport University and later pursue a masters in teaching

Nicole Elisabeth Dann–Battlefield HS, will pursue a degree in social work and art therapy at Virginia Commonwealth University

Jared Michael Girvan–Forest Park HS, will enlist in the United States Air Force

Nicholas Anthony Hooks–Brentsville District HS, will attend Northern Virginia Community College

Kimberly Hurd—Fairfax HS, will attend the University of Alabama

Harry Nathaniel “Nate” Jarvis–Patriot HS, will study English at Georgetown University

Aaron Michael Kline–Patriot HS, will study computer science and cyber security at University of Mary Washington

Kamryn Renee Koch–Patriot HS, will study journalism in the School of Media Arts and Design at James Madison University

Kelly Elizabeth Krotzer–Osbourn HS, will study creative writing at Susquehanna University in hopes of becoming a professional writer

Olivia Grace Loper–Colgan HS, will study communication disorders and audiology at Longwood University

Joshua “Josh” Dillon Madden–Colgan HS, looks forward to joining the marching band at James Madison University

Madyson “Mady” May–Patriot HS, will study anthropology and linguistics as part of University of Mary Washington’s Honors Program

Shane Douglas Morison–Osbourn Park HS, will pursue degrees in business and chemistry at Randolph-Macon College where he will also be a member of the varsity swim team

Alexander “Alex” Nicholas Risko–Stonewall Jackson HS, will study finance at Christopher Newport University where he will be part of the Honors Program and President’s Leadership Program

Nicholas “Nick” David Sarmanian–Brentsville District HS, will study sustainable agriculture entrepreneurship with an emphasis on horticulture at West Virginia University

Bailey Reed Steele–Patriot HS, will study sports marketing at Northern Virginia Community College

Janelle Woods–Colgan HS, will pursue a degree in sign language at Radford University

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Congratulations to our College &

Advanced Degree Graduates of the Class of 2018!

Emily Grace Anderson–Bachelor of Science in Special Education from Longwood University, will return to Longwood to continue toward a masters in special education

Justin David Bademian–Bachelor of Science in Biology from University of Mary Washington

Kate M. Grasse—graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in History from Christopher Newport University, will serve as an intern with the Library of Congress

Kristen Elaine (Runaldue) Gray–Master’s in Early Childhood Education from George Mason University with honors

Alyse M. Dunavant-Jones–Master of Library and Information Science from San Jose State University’s School of Information, will continue as the Assistant Director at the Community Virtual Library (CVL) and the Lead Curator for the Virtual Worlds Database

Leland "Lee" Kirby Jost–Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science and Mechanics with a minor in math from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Jessica Christine Krotzer–Bachelor Science in Psychology and a minor in Criminal Justice from Old Dominion University, will take additional classes online and pursue full-time employment

Hanna Rose Krzywicki–Double Major in Computer Science and Media Studies from the University of Virginia, accepted a position in Software Development at Carmax in Richmond, VA

Alexander “Alex” Baldwin Linsday–Bachelor of Science in Quantitative Finance with minors in math and economics from James Madison University, will work for Deloitte in Jersey City, NJ

Claire Luise Loper–Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Leadership and a minor in French from the University of Virginia, accepted a federal consulting position with Deloitte in Arlington, VA

Reed Gudeman Mszar–Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Sociology from Bates College, will pursue a Master of Public Health at Yale University’s School of Public Health

Caelan Sven Ryberg–Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering and Bachelor of Arts in French from the University of Virginia

Alexander Sabol —Masters in Chemical Engineering from Texas A&M University, works as a chemical engi-neer for Anadarko Petroleum in Orla, TX

Kendra Sabol—Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise from Virginia Polytechnic Insti-tute and State University, will continue studies at Virginia Commonwealth University as part of the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Jonathan O. Wade—Master of Arts in Professional Counseling from Liberty University, will continue work-ing with clients in mental health

Brooke Lacey Williamson–Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management from the University of North Carolina Wilmington, pursuing employment as a corporate event planner

Anna Elizabeth Wisch–Bachelor of Science in Human Development from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, will attend Radford University to pursue a Master of Science in Elementary Education

Karen Ling Xu–Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Duke University, is an MD/PhD candidate at Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

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July Birthdays

1 Megan Link, Olivia Vanderwater, Laura Wisch 2 Liz Alley, Brad Costello, Jaydyn Eberhart,

Celinda Mitchell, Chuck Soderberg, Jane Sumner

3 Jackson Geozeff, Hal Parrish 4 Paula Gallagher, Barbara Pierce 5 Will Dean, Caleb Dixon, Nancy Field, Jeff Jenner,

Claire Loper, Jazmin Mira 6 Donald Crossman, Lauren Forsythe,

Al Hernandez, Doug Mitchell 7 Christian Husband, Raymond Senessie 8 Dee Deeter, Michael Perduk, Tony Pignone 9 Janet Graham 10 Maya Mira, Bill Schillinger 11 Dan Pattishall 12 Hannah Gallagher, Amy Loper,

Sharron McDaniel 13 Ann McWhirt, Julie Vetal 14 Ellie Holmes-Lastovica 15 Jackson Post, Christine Williamson 16 Marie Boatwright, Alex Linsday, Bonnie

Madden, Jen Steele, Mark Wagner 17 Cara Jenkins 18 Ron Foor, Katie Hettmann 19 Brandon Cali, Jean Kirk, Kim Smith 20 David Bolton, Brooke LeVecchi, Valerie Silvis,

Brady Vogel, Bruce Zatkowsky 21 Mitchell Banner, Owen Bukva, Solomon Stueve 22 Kevin Trinh 23 Richard Merlo, James Mitchell, Judy Paap,

Cecil Rodgers 24 Melissa Barnes, Dan Bellotte, Dorothy

Hettmann, Kathy Priest, Charlie Rinker 25 Micah Mitchell 26 Frank Morton, Sue Newman, Allison Scott,

Emma Silvis 27 Natalea Charlton, Benjamin Hamman, Josh

Madden, Diane Merlo, Ron Smith 28 Rose Bedell, Shelby Foor 29 Larry Byers, Susan Chadwick 30 Emma Day, Ryun Kim, Linda McKeefer, Pat

Pate, Tatyana Pope, Jacob Tomchek 31 Abigail Hysmith

August Birthdays

1 Hazel Boyer, Robby Mangum, Gary Posgai, Bobbie Rodrigue, Candace Vanderwater

2 Riley Hamman, Rachael Jenner, Lova Mitchell, Nathan Runaldue

3 Natalee Arnold, Madeline Baldwin, Chip Ferguson, Julia Hentz, Kelly Krotzer, Kayla McPherson

4 Janet Dennis, Gloria Goultrey, Erica Jones, Myles Stueve

5 Denise Childers 6 Arleen Field, Martha Hartt, Tracey King, Jeff McWhirt,

Anna Marie Robinson 7 Beverly Ball, Adelaide James, Estella James, Emmanuel

Jarret-Coker, Jackson Loveless 8 Carl Dunn, Ken Elston, Lily Gallagher, Sherri Hart,

Kendra Jean, Harper O’Meara, Judy Smith 9 Cindy Jacob 10 Katie Johnson, Erin Klus, Sarah Niel, Staci Richards,

Donna West 11 Jennifer Bruns, Linda Mitchell, Jonathan Parks 12 Vicki Aberts, Sandra Schillinger 13 Sandy Grove, Andrew McPherson, Donna Sarmanian 15 Barbara Crouch, Alice Hertz, Hannah Lasher, Laura

Routt, Jim Williams 16 Cyndee Fear 17 Sandra Bostic 18 Justin Bademian, Brad Evans, Bob Pethtal,

Mike Rodrigue 19 Joshua Blincoe, Hugh Campbell, Martha Cannon,

Riley Kunstel 20 George Field, Ariel Phillips 21 Kathie Arnold, Aaron Kline 22 Betsy Buelow, Emily Cappuccio, Mark Cross, Tyler

Krzywicki, Buzz Moore, Elizabeth Poulos, Bruce Quinn 23 Josef Arnold, Bradley Jacobs, Sallie Strecker, Barbara

White 24 Brady Oliver, Jim Rybinsky, Shane Simmons, Paula

Wood 25 Andrew Blanchard, Jennifer Braun, Fred Mentzel,

Wanda Vancampen, David Waterfield 26 Lauren Church, Ashleigh Krzywicki, Weston Williams 27 Miranda Opiela 28 Lisa Bennett, Derek Biendl 29 Linda Baumgartner, Nancy Green, Ginny Heyward 30 Grace Comeau, Michael Dixon, Beth Kunstel, Catherine

Meinecke, Madison Smith 31 Brandon Berlickij, Clayton Childers, Kim Eskelund, Jayce

Loveless, Melinha Nunes-Fuller, Ronda Sprague

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Grace United Methodist Church 9750 Wellington Road

Manassas, VA 20110

(703) 361-7800

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Building Expansion Updates

Thanks to those who joined us for our groundbreaking on May 20. It was a great opportunity to honor the work and ministry that will evolve through this expansion.

As our property changes from week to week, and we begin to make draws on our construc-tion loan, we hope you will be a part of the process. Have you made a commitment toward our Lighting the Way campaign in 2018? It's not too late! In fact, we are seeking 50 more commitments toward this cam-paign between now and the end of the year. You may donate weekly or monthly, we are simply looking for intentional giving toward our expansion project. Please use the commitment card (inside).