EPIPHANY FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
January 6
We will celebrate the Epiphany Festival of Lights on Sunday evening, January 4, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. This annual observance of the Feast of the Epiphany (January 6) has become a cherished tradition in the life of Grace Church, as we welcome the Magi and mark the conclusion of the Christmas season. The first Festival of Lights was held in 1985, the year the “new” church was completed.
SHROVE TUESDAY PANCAKE SUPPER
(Tuesday before Ash Wednesday)
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
The Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper has been hosted by the Men’s Group of Grace Church each spring since 1953. Thanks to its lengthy tradition and wonderful food, this event typically attracts around 500 people from the congregation and the larger community. Carry-out meals are a popular option for those who wish to avoid the crowd. In addition to an endless supply of delicious pancakes cooked on a remarkable griddle the meal includes approximately 200 lbs. of homemade sausage that is ground, seasoned and cooked on-site. Proceeds from this event are used to assist a variety of charitable endeavors in the community, including an emergency assistance fund donated to local assistance organizations.
YOUTH CHILI COOK-OFF
Date February 16, 2025
5:30 – 7:00 pm
Since 2004, the middle and high school youth have hosted a Chili Cook-off. Parish members bring their best pot of chili, and everyone gets to taste and vote (with money) for their favorite. Winners are awarded the coveted “Wooden Spoon” Award. Money is raised for Mission Trips, a Pilgrimage trip, service projects, and fun activities throughout the year.
SENIOR LADIES LUNCHEON
The Senior Ladies Luncheon was held on May 6, 2025. This annual event started many years ago for our members who are 70 years old and older.
PISGAH CAMPING TRIP
June 15 – 22, 2025
The 2025 Grace Church Pisgah Camping Trip will be June 15-22, at the Kuykendall Group Camp outside of Brevard, NC. For more information, contact Bill Gilleland at whgilleland@gmail.com or call/text him at 336.225.6824.
The first camping trip to Pisgah National Forest was a 1969 outing for teenage boys and their sponsors. Soon the group was expanded to include families, and the summer of 2025 marks the 58th consecutive summer for this event. Individuals, couples, families, parishioners and friends, and a wide assortment of dogs make this annual trek to camp in tents and pop-up campers in a beautiful setting. Activities include tubing, swimming, hiking, fishing, relaxing and great conversation. This one-to-seven-night outing provides many opportunities for building friendship and community.
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