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GSL Night at the Levitt Shell Join GSL parish THIS EVENING, Thursday, Sept. 12, in Overton Park for GSL Night at the Levitt Shell. We will gather at 6:30 p.m. for food and fellowship and local musician Rob Baird will perform at 7. GSL is a show sponsor, so look for us at one of the pavilions nearest the entrance to the venue. We will provide beverages & light bites, but please bring a snack to share. Food trucks will also be available to purchase additional treats. This all-ages event is sure to be a blast, so bring your family, friends, and neighbors!
Parish Hall Forum (Sept. 15) Memphis at 200 with Dr. Tim Huebner (Session I) Join us in Trezevant Hall for breakfast beginning at 8:45 and stay for the Parish Hall Forum at 9:15 a.m. This year marks the bicentennial of the founding of Memphis. But what does the history of Memphis have to do with how we live as people of faith in our community? Join Dr. Tim Huebner, Calvary Church parishioner and Professor of History at Rhodes College, as he explores the deep and long history of Memphis. In this two-part session, we’ll think about how the city’s history—particularly its history of race relations —challenges us to envision a greater Memphis as we begin our third century. Download the fall Christian Formation and Worship information here: tinyurl.com/GSL2019FallFormation.
Exodus Parish Retreat (Sept. 27-29) Don't wait any longer to sign up! Exodus is a Friday to Sunday excursion for GSL parishioners to The Gray Center, an Episcopal Camp and Conference Center north of Canton, Mississippi. In the beautiful lakeside setting of Camp Bratton-Green, participants can connect with God and fellow parishioners,
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and do as much or as little as they want. Please note: this year we have 2 awesome adults-only lodging options: The Inn and The Cottage, as well as the cabins which are for adults and children. For more info AND to sign up, visit www.gracestlukes.org/events/parish-weekend/.
Third Thursday (Sept. 19) The Third Thursday Fellowship will have its first fall dinner on Sept. 19, at 6 p.m. in Trezevant Hall. This group is for adults of all ages and is an excellent way to get to know other GSL members in a relaxed social environment. The evening begins with a social time at 6 p.m. followed by a dinner and an interesting speaker. This month we will welcome Josh Spickler, the Executive Director of Just City, a non profit dedicated to criminal justice reform. The dinner is $20 and reservations may be made with Lucy Owens in the church office (lowens@gracestlukes.org, 901-252-6333) or online at www.gracestlukes.org/events/thirdthursday. Come join us!
Calling All Young Adults (Sept. 19) Join us for The Episcopal Church 101 Class and Dinner, Thursday, Sept. 19, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. This will be a laid back evening of learning more about The Episcopal Church. Ever wondered where all the vestments live? Or what’s inside the niche in the wall of the Sanctuary? We will gather at 5:30 in the church for a tour of the worship space and a time of Q&A. After a short service of Compline, we will travel together to Huey’s midtown for dinner.
Becoming Beloved Community (Sept. 18, 25, & Oct. 2) The Becoming Beloved Community (BBC) program provides resources for those seeking racial healing, reconciliation, and justice through interrelated commitments to: telling the truth (about our churches and race); proclaiming the dream (of beloved community); practicing the way (of love in the power of Jesus; and repairing the breach (in society and institutions). GSL Church and School adults and youth are invited to participate by registering for this fourweek, curriculum-based class (6-7:30 p.m. in Trezevant Hall) facilitated by the Rev. Ollie V. Rencher, Rector. Sign up by following this link: https://tinyurl.com/GSLBecoming.
Save These Dates Wednesday Lunch Fellowship (formerly 39ers) – Sept. 25, noon Fall Potluck – Oct. 20, following the 10:30 service These and more are in your September Messenger. Pick up a copy in the church hallway under the information monitor or download a copy here: www.gracestlukes.org/the-messenger.
Children & Youth
Episcopal Youth Community Sept. 15, Classes begin at 9:15 a.m. Rite 13 for Middle School (6th-8th grades) in the Red Room. J2A for High School (9th-12th grades) in Room 212 (across from McClure Hall in the Evans Building).
EYC Sept. 15, Jr. High EYC 4-5:30; Sr. High EYC 5-7 Biscuits & Bible (6th - 8th Grade), Wednesday, Sept. 18, 6:45-7:45 a.m. in the Red Room. Sept 20-22, Jr. High DOY (Division of Youth) weekend retreat at Camp Bratton Green.
For more information, contact Director of Youth Formation Amzie Williams at awilliams@gracestlukes.org or 901-252-6326.
Sunday Morning Classes for Children Classes begin at 9:15 a.m. Your September Messenger has all the details. See below for the Sunday schedule.
Children & Youth Choirs at GSL GSL offers choir opportunities for all ages. To join one, simply come to the rehearsal or contact Interim Organist-Choirmaster Debbie Smith (901-2526331, or dsmith@gracestlukes.org). Rehearsal times for 2019-2020: St. Cecilia Choir – K-2nd Grades, Rehearsal on Wednesdays, 4:30-5. Canterbury Choir – 3rd- 6th Grades, Rehearsal on Wednesdays, 5-6.
Take Note
Confirmation Classes www.gracestlukes.org/inquirers-classes Adult Inquirers and Confirmation Classes
Sundays, October 6-November 24 (lunch provided) Location: McClure Hall; Time: 12-1:15 p.m. Sign up by following this link: https://tinyurl.com/GSLAdultConf2019. Youth Confirmation Sundays, October 6-November 17 (excluding October 13) Time: 9-10:10 a.m.; Location: Peete Room Sign up by following this link: https://tinyurl.com/GSLYouthConf2019.
September Messenger Follow this link for the September Messenger, our monthly newsletter: www.gracestlukes.org/the-messenger/.
This Sunday at GSL
Join us for worship, formation, and fellowship on Sept. 15. 8 a.m. – Holy Eucharist 8:45 a.m. – Delicious home-cooked breakfast. 9:15 a.m. – Adults: Parish Hall Forum (details above) 9:15 a.m. – Christian Formation classes for children Nursery
Infant Room (Newborn–Walking) Toddler Room (Walking–Potty Training) Little Lambs Room (Potty Training–Atrium Ready) Location: Church Nursery with the Nursery Staff Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Atrium I 3–6 year olds: Pre–K, JK, SK Location: Atrium I (Green Room) Catechesis of the Good Shepherd: Atrium II 6–9 year olds: 1st, 2nd, 3rd Grade Location: Atrium II (Purple Room) Project Purpose 4th–5th Grade Location: Yellow Room 9:15 a.m. – Christian Formation classes for youth Rite 13 6th–8th Grade Location: Red Room J2A 9th–12th Grade Location: Red Room 10:30 a.m. – Holy Eucharist
Following the 10:30 service – Coffee Hour Nursery – The nursery is available from 7:30 a.m. through the end of the 10:30 service 5:30 p.m. – Holy Eucharist Episcopal Youth Community (details above). More about Christian Formation at GSL
Children: www.gracestlukes.org/sunday-school
Youth: www.gracestlukes.org/youth-formation
Adults: www.gracestlukes.org/sunday-morning/
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