MEMBERS NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS

For our most current information, please see the calendar below. For a more detailed look at upcoming events we publish a weekly email for members. If you wish to be on the weekly email list, please contact the church office at office@GraceEpiscopalMpls.org

Highlight Events

  • 27
    September

    Commons Celebration

    Sunday
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    It’s so exciting to walk into our newly refreshed commons space. Join us for coffee hour, on Sunday, September 27, to celebrate this achievement and to thank those who had a big part in making the updated space happen.
  • 27
    September

    Make Art Together

    Sunday
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    What are you grateful for? An Intergenerational Art Project – Sunday, September 27 during coffee hour

    Gratitude is a core value at Grace. Often our Vestry members and parishioners write thank you notes to acknowledge all the kindnesses we have received. We’d like YOU to help us prepare some images of thanks to create a mural – masking tape. So, start thinking of things that you:

    appreciate
    feel gratitude for
    are thankful for, or
    want to acknowledge or pay tribute to

    Then on Sunday, September 27 we’ll gather to create a beautiful, colorful collection of images in a mini mural for us to use as our new form of thank you note. This is an intergenerational activity – people of all ages are invited to participate, and fun is guaranteed. Look for Neal Cuthbert and Linda Lyman for instructions on that day!
  • 28
    September

    Courageous Public Action Series

    Mondays at 6:30PM
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    Courageous Public Action Series: Finishes on September 28

    If you are feeling powerless in the face of current political forces, you are not alone. And we have more power together than we think. One thing that we can do is build intentional community. We can face forces in community, as Christians whose faith calls us to act for dignity and justice for all people.
  • 2-4
    October

    St Andrew's Heritage

    Friday-Sunday
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    Our friends at St. Andrew's in North Minneapolis host this special event to celebrate the many cultures and traditions of their congregation, and we're invited to join in! This year's proceeds will help complete their kitchen renovation project, enabling them to launch one of our signature community outreach initiatives—providing nutritious meals to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity in North Minneapolis and the surrounding communities. Find the details at https://standrewschmn.org/.
  • 3
    October

    Blessing of the Animals

    Saturday at 10AM
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    Saturday, October 3, 2026, 10am - 11am

    The people of Grace Episcopal Church and Lynnhurst Congregational UCC invite you to celebrate God’s creation at the Blessing of the Animals! Join us on the lawn of Lynnhurst Congregational church, 4501 Colfax Avenue South, any time between 10am and 11am, for a blessing on your pet or favorite stuffy.
    We’ll have water and dog treats available for the critters.
    All are welcome!
  • 3
    October

    Huldah's Ordination

    Saturday at 10:30AM
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    Our former Deacon Postulant Huldah Niles is being ordained, God willing and the people consenting, on Saturday, October 3, 10:30am at St. Mark’s. Come cheer her on!

    St. Mark's Cathedral
    519 Oak Grove Street
    Minneapolis, MN
  • 4
    October

    Community Forum

    Sunday
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    Reimagining Your Relationship with Money

    Have you ever thought about the differences or similarities between the human economy and God’s economy? Our financial structures involve the cost of gasoline, inflation, debt, and human limitations. God’s economy operates around sowing and reaping, where community is built through surrender and generosity. How can we reimagine what God is up to and join in the Holy Spirit’s work of restoration? Join us October 4 from 11:30 am – 12:15 pm in the worship space. Childcare will be provided.
  • 4
    October

    Grace's Got Talent: Acts Due

    Sunday
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    Sunday, October 11, in the sanctuary after church
    Join us for yummy sandwiches from Broder's and a talent show to celebrate the finale of our annual giving campaign.

    Most importantly, if you've got talent—serious, silly, thought-provoking—to show off, you must be among the first 15 acts to sign up with the form below before October 4.
  • 4
    October

    Creationtide Procession

    Sunday
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    Everyone of all ages is invited to help be part of the Critter Parade on St. Francis Day (Oct. 4). We will provide symbols of creation and animals on a stick to carry. You are welcome to carry your favorite stuffy as well. This is also an opportunity for families and households to participate in the processional together during the opening hymn.

    Processional creation items will be located in the Narthex (the hallway space between the main worship doors and the pews). Simply choose something to carry and line up behind the crucifer and follow the cross down the center aisle and then return to the Narthex by using the side aisle to put away what you carried before returning to your pew or seat for the remainder of the opening hymn. Plan to arrive a little early for worship no later than 9:50 to select what you will carry.
  • 11
    October

    Grace's Got Talent

    Sunday at 11:30AM
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    Sunday, October 11, in the sanctuary right after church
    Join us for yummy sandwiches from Broder's and a talent show to celebrate the finale of our annual giving campaign.
  • 15
    October

    NEW! Third Thursday Service

    Thursday at 7PM
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    Third Thursday Contemplative service begins September 17 and repeats on the third Thursday of each month.
    This quiet, spiritual service alternates between Sung Evensong and Spoken Compline from the BCP. Additionally, each service will have a “spiritual artmaking” component that may look like puzzling, painting, crafts, and discussion. Thursday, Sept. 17 be a Sung Evensong featuring a professional vocal ensemble. 7 pm in the Worship Space.
  • 22
    October

    Pasta Dinner

    Thursday at 5:30PM
    location_on Minneapolis, MN access_time 11:30AM - 12:15PM
    Thursday, October 22, 5:30–7:30PM
    Join us at New Branches, 5011 31st Avenue South, Minneapolis for a pasta dinner to benefit Minnehaha Food Shelf. Catering provided by Fat Lorenzos!
    Tickets: $32 ($37 after October 17) · Kids age 5 and under eat free.
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    Building Use Calendar

    Grace is filled with activity most days of the week, not just on Sundays. Our building is an important community asset. Our building is home to Sunshine Montessori School and many other community groups, including exercise groups, music ensembles, twelve-step programs, and theater/art collectives. Use the label (or icon) in the top right corner to change the view from MONTH, WEEK, or SCHEDULE. Schedule view works best for phones.

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    Vestry Corner
    If you would you like to make a report to the Vestry, you can use this form. If you’d like your report to be seen in our upcoming wardens and vestry meetings, your submission must be received by the first of the month.

    Annual Meeting Reports
    Here's an archive of our recent Annual Reports
    2025 Written Reports and Agenda: [ PDF ] [ video ]
    2024 Written Reports and Agenda: [ PDF ]
    2023 Written Reports and Agenda: [ PDF ]
    2022 Written Reports and Agenda: [ PDF ]
    2021 Written Reports and Agenda: [ PDF ]
    2020 Written Reports and Agenda: [ PDF ]

    Elder Profiles: Libby Aurand
    We continue our recently-launched practice of telling the stories of our parish members aged 75 or older. This week we feature the Elder Profile of Grace Episcopal members, Libby Aurand. You may also pick up a printed copy at the ushers’ tables, on Sunday.  And watch for more profiles of the elders of Grace in weeks to come.

    Previous Elder Profiles:
    Barb Buehl, Tony Morley, Char Carlson, Al Carlson, Bonnie Carleen, Maxine Richmond, Bobbie Kaufmann, Sara & David Sommer, Marie Radomsky, Jim & JoAnn Grilley, Sarah Sivright, Urve Daigle, Judy Diffley, Joe Ordos, Ruth Anne Olson, Joanna Reeves, Janis & Roger Martin, Fran Doring, Jinny Bouvette, John Wagner & Susan Newman, Jim & Barb Alexander, Cliff & Kathy Robinson, Katie Mytty, Sandy Puckett, Anne Widtfelt, Lenesa Leana, Tom Junnila, Mary Wells Gorman, Jane Wiseman, Mary & Mark Sigmond, Ginny Olson, Larry & Michele Krakowski, Rayne & Richard West, Libby Aurand, 

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    General Giving

    Individual giving provides us with the vast majority of our income. We maintain our worship space and grounds, pay our staff, purchase our supplies, and support charitable work. Learn about more ways to give on our Giving page.

    Highlight Projects

    Occasionally we highlight one of our programs. Please consider giving to these great causes.

    Grace will be applying for a dollar-for-dollar match grant. Susan+ is in for $500 from the Rector's Discretionary Fund. Can you join her with a gift of your own to maximize this match and support our neighbors? Give by sending a check to Grace - Memo: Washburn Mutual Aid. Or donate below using the memo: Washburn Mutual Aid

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    Sunday Morning Worship
    10AM

    Taizé Prayer Service
    7PM, first Friday of most months

    Healing Prayer Service
    7PM, second Tuesday of each month
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    Grace Episcopal Church
    4557 Colfax Ave S
    Minneapolis, MN 55419
    Phone: 612-524-9180
    Email: office@graceepiscopalmpls.org

    Our parking lot is located on the NE corner of 46th & Bryant Ave.