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GRACE COMMUNITIES
More than a small group, Grace Communities are about doing life together. We gather weekly around a meal to talk about God and to discover how the gospel applies to our lives, our church and our communities. In Grace Communities, we’ll further live out our gospel identity by serving our neighbors and communities, inviting others to join us in taking their next step toward Christ. Learn more and register online here.

101: AN EVENT FOR WOMEN
Women of Grace are invited to a new event in 2012 to connect and grow. It’s called 101, and each meeting this year we’ll offer a practical menu of breakout sessions to help you build friendships and focus in on a specific area of your life and growth. Get all the information and a full list of 2012 dates here.

STUDENT LIFE CAMP MEETING FEBRUARY 26TH
We want students to live a life in which they are bold not just for the sake of being seen, but because they serve a God that is bold! Student Life camp is a Christ-centered summer experience for 7th-12th graders with engaging worship, teaching and Bible study, and community in Family Groups. This year’s camp will be held from July 9-13 at the Ocean Center at Daytona Beach. $350 per student includes camp, lodging, transportation and meals. Parent information meeting on February 26th after the 10:45 service in Room 2-106. Forms available at the Family Resource Table and at graceSTUDENTS on Tuesday nights. Email Ingrid for more information.

NIGHT OF WORSHIP: FEBRUARY 26TH
Come together with all three Grace campuses for a night to respond in worship to what God is doing in your life and in our church. Sunday, February 26th, 6:30pm, Edgewater High School Auditorium (Grace Orlando campus). Register for childcare (infants to five year olds only).

GRACESTUDENTS SERVE AT EVENTS FOR CHANGE ON MARCH 3RD
GraceStudents are encouraged to serve in the community by helping to set up for the Events for Change Chili Cook-off at Blue Jacket Park. The event benefits Special Olympics Florida, the Wounded Warrior Project, the Lone Sailor Project and A Gift for Teaching. Join us to serve on March 3rd from 11am – 3pm. Email Ingrid for more information.

GRACESTUDENTS HIGH SCHOOL GUYS CAMPING TRIP: MARCH 9-10
GraceStudent guys head out for camping on March 9-10th, building community and learning leadership skills. We’re headed St. Anastasia State Park in St. Augustine; cost is only the price of food and snacks for the evening and morning. For more information email Ingrid.

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC FAMILY MISSION TRIP APPLICATIONS DUE MAR 11th
Our summer mission trip to the Dominican Republic will have a special emphasis on students and families serving together (ages 14 and up, anyone is welcome to apply). We’ll partner with Esperanza to learn more about their mission and to complete various projects for families in need in the region. Application and a deposit of $100 is due by March 11th. Apply online.

SPRING FAMILY EXPERIENCE: MARCH 17TH, 2-4pm
Family Experience is a live event designed for parents and kids to experience together. Join us for engaging characters, creative drama, media, worship, and games — with bounce houses, a family photo booth, and cookie decorating with Cookie Cousins from College Park! The fun happens Saturday, March 17th from 2-4pm at the EHS Auditorium. Admission is one food item for the Hungerford Elementary Food Bank. This event is designed for elementary-aged kids but all families are welcome; kids must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

STUDENT SERVE TRAINING MEETING MARCH 18TH
Designed for any student who is currently serving or wants to serve and their parents, StudentServe will be a quick meeting to review the studentSERVE contact and commitment, and what we expect of students serving at Grace Orlando on Sunday mornings. At least one parent is required to attend. Sunday, March 18th at noon in room 2-106.

JUMPSTART: KIDS BAPTISM CLASS APRIL 1ST
If your child is interested in participating in our Spring Baptism on April 22nd, bring them with you to our JumpStart baptism class on Sunday, April 1st at noon in Room 2-106. We’ll explain the importance of baptism, how we do it at Grace, and help you learn how to talk to your child to see if he or she is ready to take this next step.

SPRING BAPTISM: APRIL 22ND
Our annual spring baptism will be held on Sunday, April 22nd. Register here to be baptized. Want to see what baptism looks like at Grace? Watch this video.

BABY DEDICATION: MOTHER’S DAY MAY 13TH
Dedicate your child to God in this special service at Grace. Register for baby dedication.