eNews - Email Updates

Promise Club

THIS Tuesday, Oct 13, 6-8 pm

Promise Club is a welcoming place for older teens and adults with special needs to build friendships, have fun, and grow in their faith. We’ll play games, sing songs, learn about the Bible, and enjoy time together. Our hope is to create a joyful and caring community where everyone feels loved, included, and valued. Come at 6 to hangout before club begins at 6:20! Club will end at 8 and anyone needing a ride should be picked up by 8:15.

Invite Your Friends - Open to anyone with physical or intellectual challenges. Flyers in the lobby, or FIND OUT MORE including answers to many questions on our website HERE

Buddies Needed - sign-up below as a volunteer to help!

Contact Pastor Mark

Financial Update

Year-to-Date (1/1/26-9/30/26)

Offerings are over budget by $44,437 and greater than expenses by $59,916.

If you have any questions regarding giving, the budget, or financial statements, please feel free to speak with a member of the finance team or contact finance@gracebfc.org.

Tap You Phone

You can now tap your phone or scan the QR code on the back of seats throughout the Sanctuary to get instant access to things like our connect card, giving, announcements, prayer and more! questions? Contact Pastor Mark

Did You Know?

Part of a series of fun facts from the first100 years of Grace

Becoming BFC

When Grace was founded in Chester it was a part of the Mennonite Brethren in Christ denomination. Over the years churches joined together and increased the size and scope of the denomination. In the 50s and 60s the denomination as a whole began to change some of its beliefs, and the PA Conference decided they could not follow suit. So they broke off of the larger denomination and renamed themselves the "Bible Fellowship Church". They also reworked some of their articles of faith to become more reformed in their understanding of salvation. Since that time the Bible Fellowship Church has continued to grow and today has over 60 churches across several states and Mexico.

Find out more about the BFC at BFC.org

Help with Centennial Food

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 14:59:56 GMT

Special Announcements from Grace Church

Grace Notes

October 8, 2026

Help with Food for the Centennial!

There are a few ways to help us with food for our Centennial Celebration on Sunday, October 18 after worship:

Bring Chili ~ we are looking for 12 people to bring a pot of chili to feed 25-30 people each (we can reimburse you for ingredients if that would help)
Bring Corn Bread ~ We are looking for 15 people to bring corn bread for 20-30 people each
Help Set-up on Saturday October. 17 ~ Looking for 8-10 people to help with set-up and decorating of tables in the gym from 9am - noon on October 17
Help With Advanced Food Prep on Oct. 17 ~ Looking for 6-8 people to make food on Sat. October 17 from 10am-1pm
Help with Sunday Food Prep ~ looking for 6-8 people to help get everything set from 8:30-9:30am on Sunday October 18 (note: will be done before service begins, will not need to miss service)
Help with Clean-up ~ looking for 6-8 people to stay after lunch on Sunday October 18 to help clean up food / clean up the gym and fireplace room

Use the button below to sign-up to help , or reply to contact Pastor Mark.

Please sign-up to help by This Sunday, October 11 , so we know how to plan.

Note: you DO NOT need to bring something to come, the meal is free for everyone. No RSVP needed to attend. But if you want to bring something or help set-up please sign-up here.

Sign-up to Help

Join us for the Centennial Celebration

Sunday October 18 Starting at 10am

Worship ~ Special Worship Service at 10am including video and testimonies from the past 100 years of God's Faithfulness, and including several previous pastors and BFC leaders.

Photo ~ Be a part of our 100th Anniversary Photo immediately after Worship and before the meal!

Meal ~ Join us after worship for a family meal in the gym and fireplace room. Meal will include Chili, Corn Bread, Mac & Cheese, Salad, Corn Chips, Fruit and Cake.

Kids & Teen Fun ~ Outdoor bounce house, games, and other fun for children and teens in the parking lot behind the gym

Centennial Keepsakes ~ Free pens, stickers and other memorabilia for the 100th Anniversary available on the 18th. Shirts, Mugs and Notebooks also available for purchase.

Plan to be with us for the day as we celebrate the faithfulness of God over these past 100 years!

Questions? Contact any member of the planning team ~ Torin Johnson, Rich and PJ Hartzell, Richard Taylor, Ian Gove or Pastor Mark Bickel.

eNews October 2, 2026

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 21:31:06 GMT

Weekly Newsletter of Grace Church, Wallingford, PA

New Fall Sermon Series on Corporate Worship

New in This Issue

October 4 2026

Delco 10 Miler

Leave a extra time Sunday to get through race traffic

Centennial Worship and Meal

Information on Oct. 18 100th Anniversary Celebration

Did You Know? - First Baptisms

Kathy Mills mother one of early baptisms!

In Other News

More Information Below

Sunday Worship

Pastor Aaron continuing on Corporate Worship

Centennial Celebration

Sign-up to help with the meal on the 18th

Operation Christmas Child

One Month to pack those boxes!

Tap You Phone

New Tap Tags in Sanctuary

Did You Know?

Early Baptisms

Snapshots of Grace

Meal with JuAhn

Getting to Grace THIS SUNDAY - Delco 10 Miler

This Sunday, October 4th is the second annual Delco 10 miler. If you remember last year they blocked off Providence Road from Rose Tree Park down into Chester. This year they have changed the route to go around us and St. Johns, leaving Providence Road and the main entrance free. But it does mean the route will loop around the back of the church. There will be rolling road closures between 7am and 11am, with cross traffic controlled by police at main intersections. You can see the full route HERE. Leave yourself a little extra time Sunday.

Sunday Worship

This Sunday, October 4, 2026 10 AM Worship

Order of Worship: HERE

Sermon: Pastor Aaron continuing on Corporate Worship in Colossians 1:15-23, 28

Communion: During Worship

After Worship: Join us in the gym for light Refreshments and Good Fellowship

Online: Livestream and Past Sermons on YouTube, Worship Playlist on Spotify

Giving: Give to Grace Online, through the Mail, or Offering Boxes outside Sanctuary

Centennial Worship & Meal

Sunday, Oct. 18, 10am

God has blessed Grace Church with 100 years of ministry in Delco!

We will follow the service with a meal together, including special activities for the kids !

Centennial Meal Details:

Everyone Welcome - no reservations needed - meal is free
Menu - homemade chili, cornbread, mac & cheese, salad, cole slaw, chips, desserts
Make Chili or Cornbread - We need a dozen people to bring a large pot of their best chili and another 20 or so to bring corn bread
Bring a Dessert - What's a party without dessert! We will provide a cake, but would love to have some other desserts as well
Help Prep - Every party needs people to put up tables and decorate the room - help us Saturday October 17 from 9-11am
Sign-up to help - You can sign-up to bring chili, cornbread, dessert or help set-up by email Mark HERE ... or just come join the party, you are not required to bring anything!

Operation Christmas Child

Time to Pack your Boxes!

One Month to Go until we begin collecting shoeboxes! The video above gives an overview of Operation Christmas Child. Empty shoeboxes available in the coat room. More information in the coming weeks.

Collection Sundays - November 1 & 8 (Nov. 8 is deadline to turn in completed boxes)

Contact PJ Hartzell or Trish Lawton

Tap You Phone

Did You Know?

Part of a series of fun facts from the first100 years of Grace

Early Baptisms

One of the first baptisms of this new church included the mother and aunt of Kathy Mills!

Snapshots of Grace ~ Joint Meal with JuAhn

eNews September 25, 2026

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 20:31:04 GMT

Weekly Newsletter of Grace Church, Wallingford, PA

Joint Worship with the JuAhn Community Church - Photos at the end of eNews

New in This Issue

September 25, 2026

Family Fun Fest CANCELED

See below for some other ways to serve and celebrate this fall

Important Traffic Notes

See below for changes to weekday construction on Providence Road; Route for Delco 5K Sunday Oct. 4

Did You Know? - Our first church was a house in Chester

The second in a series of historical photos and accounts of Grace's first 100 years

In Other News

More Information Below

OCC Craft Day

This Saturday, Sept. 26

Sunday Worship

Pastor Aaron speaking

Alpha Course

Gathering Interest - contact Pastor Mark

Bible Recap New Testament

Kick-off Get Together October 2

Board Game Night

2nd and 4th Sundays from 6-8pm

Baptism and Membership

Let Pastor Aaron know if you are interested

Grace Family News

Births, Weddings, and someone in need of a personal assistant

Did You Know?

Our first church was a house in Chester

Prayer Focus

none this week

ADA Restroom Update

Rough plumbing being installed

Snapshots of Grace

Service and Meal with JuAhn

OCC Sewing/Craft Day

THIS Saturday, Sep 26, 12pm

Shoebox collection is only 2 months away! Saturday Sept. 26th, we are having a Operation Christmas Child craft day - come anytime from 12-3pm.

Empty shoe boxes will be handed out in the gym after the service THIS Sunday.

We will be making jump ropes, hygiene kits, and doll dresses. So bring sharp scissors, rotary cutter, knit material for doll dress, and old clean t-shirts, or just your willing helping hands. Join us in the Fireplace room anytime from 12-3pm for crafting and fellowship.

If you have any questions, contact PJ Hartzell or Trish Lawton.

Sunday Worship

This Sunday, September 27, 10 AM Worship

Order of Worship: Order of Worship will be available later in the week HERE

Sermon: Pastor Aaron

Special Presentation: Operation Christmas Child

After Worship: Join us in the gym for Coffee, Refreshments, and Good Fellowship

In the Gym: Pick up Shoeboxes

Next Sunday: Communion

Online: Livestream and Past Sermons on YouTube, Worship Playlist on Spotify

Giving: Give to Grace Online, through the Mail, or Offering Boxes outside Sanctuary

Family Fun Fest & Chili Cook-off CANCELED

Sadly, we had to cancel our Family Fun Festival and Chili Cook-off originally scheduled for Oct. 3. But there are several ways for you to serve and/or have fun with us this fall. Read the about them HERE

Important Traffic Changes Around Grace

Weekdays - Providence Road Construction

Has moved back to weekdays from 9am-2pm. If you are coming to Grace during those times on Monday-Friday, the back gate is always accessible. For details on how to access the main entrance, see our more detailed instructions and map HERE

Sunday, October 4 - Delco 10 Miler

Sunday, October 4th is the second annual Delco 10 miler. If you remember last year they blocked off all of Providence Road from Rose Tree Park down into Chester, making it hard to access the main entrance of the church. This year they have changed the route to go around us and St. Johns, leaving Providence Road and the main entrance free. But it does mean the route will loop around the back of the church. There will be rolling road closures between 7am and 11am, with cross traffic controlled by police at main intersections. You can see the full route HERE so you can plan your best approach to getting to Grace that Sunday.

Alpha Course

Gathering Interest - Contact Pastor Mark

Alpha is a safe place to ask some of the deepest questions of life, faith and meaning. It is a free, interactive series of 11 sessions designed to help people explore the basics of the Christian faith in a relaxed, open, and non-judgmental environment. Everyone is welcome, regardless of beliefs. We have a meal together, then watch a video together that helps us to discuss the issues we each face in our lives. Everyone and all questions are welcome!

This is designed for those in the community as well as those in the church. If you or anyone you know might have an interest contact Pastor Mark. We are considering starting a group later in September if there is interest. Possibly Wednesday nights.

Contact Pastor Mark

Recap Women’s Group Starts the New Testament

Kick-off Get Together - Friday, October 2 at 7pm

We would love to have new and returning Bible readers join us for the New Testament reading plan through the end of 2026. We will have a kick off get-together Friday, October 2 at 7:00pm (at the Gliko's Home) and monthly Saturday morning gatherings for fellowship and discussion (at Grace)

This is a low pressure way to develop a Bible-reading habit, learn about God’s character, and embrace opportunities to meditate on Scripture with other women. Grace is a given for self-pacing with the reading plan and all are welcome!

See Danielle Gliko or Kathy Schmit for details or find the group on the Church app below.

Join Discussion Group

Board Game Night

2nd and 4th Sundays, 6pm

Bring your favorite board game & a snack to join in fellowship with other Grace folks.

Contact Jon Schmidt for more info.

Fall Baptism

We are planning for a fall Baptism and Membership Service. If you would like to be baptized or to join the church please talk to Pastor Aaron ASAP so we can be sure to get you in! Contact Pastor Aaron.

Welcome Naomi Eliana Levy

Naomi Eliana Levy was born to Jacob and Nyssa Levi on July 26 (8lb 5oz)

Congratulation Brit and Meghan Haseltine

Brit Haseltine and Meghan Wilson were married on September 4th - Congratulations!

Personal Assistant / Aid Needed

The Sauvé's are looking to hire an in-home personal assistant/aid for a 92-year old man who is also a painter. Looking for help with light house work, such as preparing meals, cleaning, laundry, running errands, etc. M-F from 11am - 4pm

Contact Dani Sauvé

Did You Know?

Part of a series of fun facts from the first100 years of Grace

Our First Church was in a House in Chester!

The new Church in Chester met first in an apartment on West 7th Street. They then moved into a house on West 7th that they renovated into a church building. The Gospel Heralds in Chester were under the leadership of Webster Stengele. As they grew into a more established church they came under the leadership of Brother Eugene George, who led the church for many years. Brother George especially liked working with the youth, which would bear fruit as these children then became Herald's themselves, including names like the Kirkwood’s, the Reichenbach’s, the Griest’s and the Hartzell’s.

Coming Next Week: One of the first baptisms of this new church included the mother and aunt of a current member of Grace! Can you guess who? Pictures coming next week!

Prayer Focus ~ JuAhn / Napal

Rough Plumbing

Snapshots of Grace ~ Joint Service with JuAhn

More Photos Next Week

Fun Fest Cancelation / Road Closure Update

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:20:15 GMT

Special Announcements from Grace Church

Grace Notes

September 23, 2026

Fun Fest Cancelation

We are sad to announce that we are cancelling the Family Fun Festival , which has been one of our favorite events in the past. Quite a few factors impacted this decision, the greatest being our need for an additional 30-40 volunteers to help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for the community. We thought we gave ourselves enough time to pivot from the original International Festival plans, but, in hindsight, that wasn't the right call.

The good news (aside from the fact that Jesus is alive and reconciling all things to Himself, praise the Lord!) is that most of the elements from the festival can still be experienced in some way during the month of October. Here is some alternate programming you can look forward to :

Were you or your kids looking forward to the activities like the bounce house? We are excited to "plus up" our centennial celebration on Sunday, October 18th with more activities for kids and the whole family to enjoy. Some of those festival favorites will be set up for everyone to experience after the church service.
Bummed that you can't show off your chili recipe? We'd love to have you make chili for our Centennial on Sunday, October 18th. We think your homemade chili would help make the perfect autumn meal for our 100th celebration. Maybe we can even still let people vote for their favorite chili and make it a true cook-off... More details and sign-ups to follow.
Still wanting to attend a community event on October 3rd? CADES (a non-profit in Swarthmore that provides services and education for people with special needs) is hosting a community day for their 75th anniversary. The event takes place from 3:00-6:00, full of fun activities like a petting zoo, and is followed by a movie night. Though it is free to attend, they would like everyone to sign up beforehand and ask for a $10 donation in order to enjoy the food. (If it would be a blessing to your family, reach out to Fuzzy and we will happily cover the cost of your food ticket!) Get the flyer HERE or find more info HERE.
Disappointed that Grace Church is missing an opportunity to be a more present blessing to the community? Talk to Pastor Aaron about the unique opportunity we have each year to make an impact in our neighborhood on Halloween. We can now invest more funds into that evening which has historically garnered more foot traffic from neighbors than events like the Fun Fest. We were also planning to do a special event for our NA friends and their families who use the church on Friday nights, and will now have more resources to put towards that.
Oh, and we highly recommend heading out to Victory Valley Camp on October 24th from 4:00-7:00 for their free "Bunk or Treat" family event. They'll have free hayrides, zip line pumpkin chunkin (how amazing is that!?), s'mores, crafts and other activities. It's about an hour away, but they make the trip worth it! Plus, it's a great opportunity for your family to check out this incredible camp that our BFC denomination has the great privilege of owning. Get the flyer HERE.

We hope that you would prayerfully consider what God might have you do in place of the time you may have planned to dedicate to the fun fest, be it attending a different community event, serving in a different capacity, or simply taking that time to stop and rest (yes, obediently slowing down and resting is glorifying to God too!)

Grace and Peace,

Fuzzy & The Church Staff

Road Construction Changes

Due to noise complaints, the Providence Road construction has switched back from night to day work . So it should no longer impact any of our evening programs.

If you are coming to the church during the day on a weekday, they are now working Monday - Friday from 9am - 2pm .

Construction Zone - Providence Road (252) between W. Rose Valley Road and Chester Road
Construction Hours - Mon-Fri. from 9am - 2pm
Current Work - North of the church, toward Rose Valley Road, so it may not be possible to access Providence Road to the north of the church during construction hours
Best Access to Grace During Daytime Construction Hours -
- If traveling from the Brookhaven/Garden City area, travel through the back neighborhood and use the back entrance to the church.
- If traveling from Media, you will want to either use Brookhaven Rd to enter through the back neighborhood, or use 320 to Providence Rd . When turning onto Providence Rd from 320, the right turning lane may be completely blocked, however, the center lanes are open so you are still able to make a sharp right turn.
- If traveling from Chester/Bullens Ln, you should not have any issues arriving at church. When you turn left onto Providence Rd (off of Providence Ave/320) the center lanes should be clear and notify that St. John's is still accessible, which means that we are accessible from that direction as well!
- Note: If there happens to be a flagman at the entrance to Providence Road, tell them you need access to Grace Church / St. John's and they should let you through.
Sunday Access - should NOT be affected!
MAP - see map below for access to Grace during current phase of construction

Questions can be directed to Pastor Mark.

eNews September 18, 2026

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:30:46 GMT

Weekly Newsletter of Grace Church, Wallingford, PA

Pastor Richard Taylor - with David Gundrum and Tim Zuck - Recognition for over 40 years serving on the BFC Board of Church Extension (for many years as its chairman)

New in This Issue

September 18, 2026

THIS SUNDAY - Joint Service with JuAhn

THIS Sunday Sept. 20 at 10am, light lunch to follow (bring Sandwiches or Desserts) - See NEW details Below.

Family Fun Fest & Chili Cook-Off

Saturday, October 3rd - Sign-up to make Chili HERE or Volunteer below.

Volunteer to Serve

Did You Know? - Grace Started in a Tent

The first in a series of historical photos and accounts of Grace's first 100 years ... You'll find it down before Prayer Focus in eNews each week.

NEW Grace Church Website!

gracebfc.org has gotten an overhaul. Check it out!

NEW gracebfc.org

In Other News

More Information Below

Sunday Worship

Join Service with JuAhn THIS SUNDAY, Pastor Aaron speaking on Psalm 46

Meal with JuAhn

Light Lunch after Worship THIS SUNDAY , bring sandwiches or desserts

Fun Fest & Chili Cookoff

Saturday October 3rd - Sign-up to Cook or Volunteer to Help

Fall Ministries

Highlighting Things Starting Soon, Including OCC Craft Day on Sept. 26

Alpha Course

Gathering Interest - contact Pastor Mark

Bible Recap New Testament

Kick-off Get Together October 2

Baptism and Membership

Let Pastor Aaron know if you are interested

Grace Family News

Sauve's looking to hire a personal assistant

Did You Know?

Grace started in a Tent!

Prayer Focus

Elders, Deacons, Grace Group Leaders

ADA Restroom Update

Concrete being cut for plumbing to be installed

Snapshots of Grace

Start of Fall

Sunday Worship

This Sunday, September 20, 2026, 10 AM Worship

Joint Worship and Lunch with JuAhn Community Church

Order of Worship: Order HERE, Lyrics Sheet HERE

Sermon: Pastor Aaron looking at Psalm 46

After Worship: Join us in the gym for light lunch with JuAhn (see below)

Online: Livestream and Past Sermons on YouTube, Worship Playlist on Spotify

Giving: Give to Grace Online, through the Mail, or Offering Boxes outside Sanctuary

Meal with JuAhn Church

THIS SUNDAY, Sep 20, After Worship

Light Lunch with JuAhn after worship. If you are able, please bring SANDWICHES, SIDES or DESSERTS. (please come even if you are unable to bring anything)

Food should be brought to the gym BEFORE Worship. We will have helpers to put the food on the tables, or refrigerate things where needed. (if you want to be one of our helpers, email Pastor Mark).

All food should be brought READY to SERVE. We can keep things cold, but we are unable to heat things up or give space to prepare foods. Please cut sandwiches and desserts so they are easy for people to grab a piece. Please do not bring things that need to be dished out (so ham and cheese sandwich or chicken salad sandwich cut in quarters would be good choices, a crock pot of sloppy Joe and bag of rolls would not be a good choice)

Parents: Children should remain in the gym or fireplace room either with you or where you can keep an eye on them. Please do not allow children to go to other parts of the building.

Family Fun Fest & Chili Cook-Off

Saturday, Oct 3

Join us for this completely FREE event to help bring the community together and create lasting memories. Sample homemade chili, listen to live music, snack on fun fair foods and let your kids play all day! Yes, absolutely everything we offer has already been paid for and is completely free for you to enjoy.

Sign up to compete in our Chili Cook-Off HERE. (All contestants can get reimbursed for the cost of their chili.) Volunteer to Serve at the event HERE.

Activities Include:

Obstacle Course
Laser Tag
Bounce House
Dunk Tank
Train Rides
Speed Pitch Booth
Carnival Games
Crafts
& MORE!

(note: this replaces the "International Festival" we had previously announced)

View Complete Ministry Guide

View all our fall ministries anytime on the Church Center Ministry Guide page. Below are some events starting soon or that you may have overlooked

Grace Groups

Various Times throughout the Week

Grace Groups are small groups specifically focused on caring for one another and are a key aspect of our church community. Many meet on Sunday Afternoons and Wednesday Nights, with several meeting other times during the week.

Contact Pastor Aaron for more info.

OCC Sewing/Craft Day

Saturday, Sep 26, 12pm

Shoebox collection is only 2 months away! Saturday Sept. 26th, we are having a Operation Christmas Child craft day - come anytime from 12-3pm.

If you have any questions, contact PJ Hartzell or Trish Lawton.

Pick-up Basketball

1st and 3rd Sundays, 6pm

Join us for pick-up games of basketball on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month.

Contact Andrew Piasecki for more info.

Board Game Night

2nd and 4th Sundays, 6pm

Bring your favorite board game & a snack to join in fellowship with other Grace folks.

Contact Jon Schmidt for more info.

Colors of Grace

Second Thursdays at 6:30pm

Monthly group that get together to enjoy their Craft/Hobby and Fellowship. Every 2nd Thursday from 6:30-8:30 pm in the Fireplace Room. Bring your current project and hang out with us!

Contact Karen Cowen for more info.

Alpha Course

Gathering Interest - Contact Pastor Mark

Contact Pastor Mark

Recap Women’s Group Starts the New Testament

Kick-off Get Together - Friday, October 2 at 7pm

See Danielle Gliko or Kathy Schmit for details or find the group on the Church app below.

Join Discussion Group

Fall Baptism

Personal Assistant / Aid Needed

Contact Dani Sauvé

Did You Know?

The first in a series of fun facts from the first100 years of Grace

Grace Started in a Tent! In the 1920's the Gospel Heralds came to Chester, PA to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ! They set up a big white tent and began meeting people and preaching the Gospel. As more people began to come they officially formed as a church in 1926 as part of the Menonite Brethren in Christ denomination (what would later become the Bible Fellowship Church, but that is a story for another day)

Prayer Focus ~ Elders, Deacons, and Grace Group Leaders

Cutting Floor for Plumbing

Snapshots of Grace ~ Start of Fall

Chris Newton Testimony, Ladies Bible Study, Removing Old Lift

Important Road Closure and Sunday Meal Note from Grace

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:33:36 GMT

Special Announcements from Grace Church

Grace Notes

September 15, 2026

IMPORTANT

Road Construction Changes

There is a significant change to the ongoing roadwork on Providence Road - they will now be working at night, Monday - Thursday from 7pm - 5am . That means everything meeting during the day and on weekends should have normal access to the church, but Mon.-Thurs. evening programs, including Wednesday Night, will have limited access to the front church entrance after 7pm from now through early 2027.

Construction Zone - Providence Road (252) between W. Rose Valley Road and Chester Road
Construction Hours - Mon-Thurs. from 7pm - 5am
Current Work - North of the church, toward Rose Valley Road, so it is not possible to access Providence Road to the north of the church during construction hours
Additional Work - There is some additional work right now north of Rose Valley Road up close to the High School. So that stretch of road may also be closed or have limited access.
Best Access to Grace During Construction Hours -
- If traveling from the Brookhaven/Garden City area, travel through the back neighborhood and use the back entrance to the church.
- If traveling from Media, you will want to either use Brookhaven Rd to enter through the back neighborhood, or use 320 to Providence Rd . When turning onto Providence Rd from 320, the right turning lane may be completely blocked, however, the center lanes are open so you are still able to make a sharp right turn.
- If traveling from Chester/Bullens Ln, you should not have any issues arriving at church. When you turn left onto Providence Rd (off of Providence Ave/320) the center lanes should be clear and notify that St. John's is still accessible, which means that we are accessible from that direction as well!
- Note: If there happens to be a flagman at the entrance to Providence Road, tell them you need access to Grace Church / St. John's and they should let you through.
Sunday Access - should NOT be affected!
MAP - see map below for access to Grace during current phase of construction

Questions can be directed to Pastor Mark.

Additional Instructions for Sunday

This Sunday is the Joint Worship with JuAhn at our normal 10am start time. Service will be in both English and Korean, led by Pastor Aaron Susek and Pastor Young Park.

There is a light lunch after Worship. Some instructions for the lunch

If able, please bring Sandwiches, Sides or Desserts (If you can not make something to bring, don't worry, please come anyway!)
Everything should be fully prepared before you come - please do not bring anything that needs to be heated up, or that needs to be assembled in line (for example, do not bring a lunchmeat tray or crock-pot of sloppy joe, instead bring fully made ham and cheese sandwich)
It would help if you could cut sandwiches or desserts prior to arrival
Please bring all food to the gym upon arrival at Grace, and wait for someone to take it from you and label it
Let them know if the dish needs to be refrigerated
Members of JuAhn plan to provide Sushi and a Korean Noodle Soup
Grace will provide drinks
PARENTS: Please keep children with you or nearby where you can keep an eye on them. Please keep all children in the gym, they are not allowed to roam the halls.

Questions can be directed to Pastor Mark.

eNews August 29, 2026

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:30:39 GMT

Weekly Newsletter of Grace Church, Wallingford, PA

First Promise Club - More Photos from start of Fall at end of eNews

New in This Issue

September 11, 2026

NEW DATE - Joint Service with JuAhn

Now Sunday Sept. 20 at 10am, light lunch to follow (bring Sandwiches or Desserts)

NEW Grace Church Website!

gracebfc.org has gotten an overhaul. Check it out!

NEW gracebfc.org

UPDATED Ministry Guide

Fall updates now live in Church Center

See Ministry Guide

In Other News

More Information Below

Sunday Worship

Pastor Aaron preaching on 1 Peter 5:5-11. Communion.

Joint Service with JuAhn

DATE CHANGE: now Sept, 20 ... NEW: Light Lunch, bring sandwiches or desserts

Fall Ministry Guide

Highlighting Things Starting Soon

Bible Recap New Testament

Kick-off Get Together October 2

Alpha Course

Gathering Interest - contact Pastor Mark

Baptism and Membership

Let Pastor Aaron know if you are interested

Wanted: Old Photos

Looking for Photos and Memorabilia for Centennial

Grace Family News

NEW: Sauve's looking to hire a personal assistant

Prayer Focus

Fall Ministries (pray through our Ministry Guide!)

Snapshots of Grace

Start of Fall

Remembering Sept. 11

25 years ago today

Sunday Worship

THIS Sunday, September 13, 2026, 10 AM Worship

Order of Worship: Order HERE, Lyrics Sheet HERE

Sermon: Pastor Aaron in in 1 Peter 5:5-11

Communion: During Worship

After Worship: Join us in the gym for refreshments & fellowship

Online: Livestream and Past Sermons on YouTube, Worship Playlist on Spotify

Giving: Give to Grace Online, through the Mail, or Offering Boxes outside Sanctuary

Joint Worship Service with JuAhn Church

DATE CHANGE ~ Now NEXT SUNDAY, Sep 20, 10am

Joint worship service with JuAhn Community Church, the Korean church that also meets in our building. Includes light lunch after.

View Complete Ministry Guide

Reception with JuAhn Church

NEXT SUNDAY, Sep 20, 11:30am

NEW: Light Lunch with JuAhn after worship. If you are able, please bring SANDWICHES, SALADS or DESSERT. Please bring cut and ready to serve.

Complete Ministry Guide

View all our fall ministries anytime on the Church Center Ministry Guide page. Below are some key events that are starting up for the fall.

Below are some key events that are starting up for the fall.

Grace Groups

Various Times throughout the Week

Contact Pastor Aaron for more info.

Wednesday Nights

Faith Explorers

Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Students in Grades K-5 dig deep into God's word, discovering their faith along the way.

Contact Fuzzy Phillips for more info.

Youth Group

Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Students in Grades 6-8 and Grades 9-12 meet to build community and dive deep into God's word, growing in Christ together.

Contact Fuzzy Phillips for more info.

GriefShare

Wednesdays at 6:30pm

You can find out more at griefshare.org or contact Sue Bickel or Elizabeth Piasecki

DivorceCare

Wednesdays at 7:00pm

You can find out more at divorcecare.org or contact Mike Kraemer

Bible Training Center

Wednesdays at 7pm

Five year course on Bible Study / Basic overview of Scripture.

You can find out more contact Mike Plourde

Theological Book Discussion Group

Wednesdays at 8:30pm

A fun and lively opportunity to broaden your theological awareness in the context of good people, good discussion, good (and sometimes not so good) writing, and plenty of light-hearted debate.

You can find out more contact Ben Gliko

Other Upcoming Events

ASL Class

Sundays at 11:45am

NEW: Beginners Class Starting Sept. 13

Sunday mornings after Worship, we offer a class to learn ASL for beginners and intermediate learners.

You can find out more contact Joyce Taylor

Colors of Grace

Second Thursdays at 6:30pm

Monthly group that get together to enjoy their Craft/Hobby and Fellowship. Bring your current project and hang out with us!

You can find out more contact Karen Cowen

Foster the Family

Third Thursdays at 6:30pm

This is a group for mothers who are either fostering children or who have adopted children. It is intended to provide mutual support. Various topics are discussed and a meal and childcare is provided.

Event Details & Registration

You can find out more Please contact Ben & Danielle Gliko for more info and check out WellRooted PA

Recap Women’s Group Starts the New Testament

Kick-off Get Together - Friday, October 2 at 7pm

We would love to have new and returning Bible readers join us for the New Testament reading plan through the end of 2026. We will have a kick off get-together Friday, October 2 at 7:00pm (location to be determined) and monthly Saturday morning gatherings for fellowship and discussion (at Grace)

See Danielle Gliko or Kathy Schmit for details or find the group on the Church app below.

Join Discussion Group

Alpha Course

Gathering Interest - Contact Pastor Mark

This is designed for those in the community as well as those in the church. If you or anyone you know might have an interest contact Pastor Mark. We are considering starting a group later in September if there is interest.

Contact Pastor Mark

Fall Baptism

Wanted: Old Grace Photos / Memorabilia

Do you have old photos of Grace Church, photos of key people or events in Grace's past, or memorabilia of Grace from days gone by? The Centennial Committee is looking for these for a series of videos and displays being prepared for our October 100th Anniversary Celebration. Please contact Pastor Mark for a link to drop digital copies of photos, or for more information on displays. If you would like to help with our Centennial Celebration on Sunday, October 18 , also let Mark know. contact Pastor Mark

Personal Assistant / Aid Needed

Contact Dani Sauvé

Prayer Focus ~ Fall Ministries

Take time this week to pray for each of our ministries using the Ministry Guide HERE

Snapshots of Grace ~ Start of Fall

Grace folks at Vision Bowl ; Promise Club

eNews August 29, 2026

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 14:59:48 GMT

Weekly Newsletter of Grace Church, Wallingford, PA

Tim Zuck, Director of BFC Church Extension Ministries

More photos from August at Grace at the end of eNews

New in This Issue

August 29, 2026

Service of Surrender - TONIGHT

Saturday, August 29 at 6:30pm

Event Details

Promise Club - Tues. Sept. 8

Evening for those with physical or intellectual challenges ... BUDDIES NEEDED

In Other News

More Information Below

Fall Ministry Guide

Coming Later This Week

Sunday Kids

Grades 1-6 remain in Sanctuary this week and next.

Sunday Worship

Pastor Aaron preaching on 1 Peter 4:12-19

Fall Start Dates

Information on Ministries starting in September

Save the Date

Key Fall Dates to Put on Your Calendar

Baptism and Membership

Let Pastor Aaron know if you are interested

Wanted: Old Photos

Looking for Photos and Memorabilia for Centennial

Grace Family News

Apartment for Rent

BFC News

Missions Seminar, Senior Adult Leader Round Table

Prayer Focus

Stroh, Jones, Sauve, College Students

Snapshots of Grace

August at Grace

Fall Ministry Guide - Coming This Week

Ministry Guide will replace eNews this coming Friday. Guide also coming to Church Center later this week.

Sunday Kids Note

Students in Grade 1-6 will be staying with parents from August 23 - September 6 during the sermon. Children’s bulletins will be available.

Service of Surrender

TONIGHT, August 29, 2026, 6:30 PM

This is time of year full of transitions: little ones starting pre-K or Kindergarten for the first time, kids leveling up to a new grade or a new school, young adults heading into college, families feeling the emptiness of their nest. Along with the milestones that children's growth represents, many life events like loss of health, job loss, or loss of loved ones offer us ample opportunities to deepen our trust in Jesus. But how do we do that? How do we 'just trust'?

And: How do we support each other during this season?

TONIGHT Saturday, Aug 29, we will hold a Service of Surrender, a dedicated time for us to surrender our hearts, circumstances, and futures to the Lord. There will be music, art, and drama. We will pray for each other: for students and families, teachers and administrators, for the community.

Please pray for this service: for the leaders, for those inviting others, and for the Lord to work in those He will call to attend. May He break down our defenses and use us all for His glory and our good!

Contact: Dani Sauvé or Chris Newton

Sunday Worship

THIS Sunday, August 30, 2026, 10 AM Worship

Order of Worship: Order HERE, Lyrics Sheet HERE

Sermon: Pastor Aaron in in 1 Peter 4:12-19

After Worship: Join us in the gym for refreshments & fellowship

In the Gym Today: Information on Promise Clubs

Next Sunday: Pastor Aaron on 1 Peter 5

Online: Livestream and Past Sermons on YouTube, Worship Playlist on Spotify

Giving: Give to Grace Online, through the Mail, or Offering Boxes outside Sanctuary

Promise Club - Sept. 8

2nd Tuesdays, 6-8pm

Starting September 8

Promise Club is a welcoming place for older teens and adults with special needs to build friendships, have fun, and grow in their faith. We’ll play games, sing songs, learn about the Bible, and enjoy time together. Our hope is to create a joyful and caring community where everyone feels loved, included, and valued. Come at 6 to hangout before club begins at 6:30! Club will end at 8 and anyone needing a ride should be picked up by 8:15.

Clubs are FREE. From 6-6:30 there is an informal hangout time, some snacks will be provided or you are welcome to bring your own food for that time.

Caregivers are welcome to attend, but not required, unless the attendee needs ongoing monitoring. (Caregivers should include their information as part of the attendees registration).

Registration is Required - click the button below

FIND OUT MORE including answers to many questions on our website HERE

Contact Pastor Mark

Promise Club - Sept. 8

BUDDIES NEEDED

Come out and help us with Promise Club! You can be a buddy to one or two of the participants, or help in other ways. To find out more about how to volunteer, stop by the table in the gym this Sunday, visit our webpage HERE or contact Pastor Mark.

Register as a Volunteer below.

Contact Mark Bickel for more info.

Young at Heart Planning

Tuesday September 8 at Noon

Planning Lunch for Young at Heart, our ministry to those 50 and older. Help us plan the guests for our monthly luncheons as well as special events throughout the year. Regular monthly lunches begin 2nd Tuesday of October at noon.

You can find out more at griefshare.org or contact Sue Bickel or Elizabeth Piasecki

GriefShare

Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Starting September 9

GriefShare is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Over 13 weeks, you’ll find relief and comfort as you learn what to expect in the days ahead and how to navigate your personal grief process. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way.

You can find out more at divorcecare.org or contact Mike Kraemer

DivorceCare

Wednesdays at 7:00pm

Starting September 9

DivorceCare is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions and challenges of separation and divorce. Over 13 weeks, you’ll find relief and comfort as you learn what to expect in the days ahead and how to navigate your personal healing journey. Since separation and divorce can be messy and confusing, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with the challenges and navigating relationships—and gain solid support each step of the way.

Contact Fuzzy Phillips for more info.

Faith Explorers

Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Starting September 16

Students in Grades K-5 dig deep into God's word, discovering their faith along the way.

Contact Fuzzy Phillips for more info.

Youth Group

Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Starting September 16

Students in Grades 6-8 and Grades 9-12 meet every Wednesday night from 6:30-8:00 to build community and dive deep into God's word, growing in Christ together. Grades 6-8 in the fireplace room (room 103-104) and Grades 9-12 in room 201.

Contact Pastor Aaron for more info.

Joint Worship Service with JuAhn Church

Sunday, September 13, 10am

Join us for a combined worship service with our Korean brothers and sisters! JuAhn normally meets at Grace at 2pm on Sunday's, but on Sept. 13 they will be with us at 10am for a joint service. Reception to follow in the Gym.

Contact Pastor Aaron or Fuzzy Phillips for more info.

International Festival

Saturday, October 3

Join us for a day of fun, free food, and diversity as we celebrate the rich cultures that make up our neighborhoods! There will also be lots of activities for children and youth as well as Adults of all ages.

Exact time of the event will be decided shortly. If you or someone you know would like to create a booth with food and other ethnic displays, please contact Pastor Aaron. Volunteer registration will open in September.

Contact Pastor Mark for more info.

Centennial Celebration

Sunday, October 18, 10 am

God has blessed Grace Church with 100 years of ministry in Delco! We want to celebrate God's faithfulness in worship, testimony, video, and the Word. On Sunday, October 18, we are planning a very special service at 10 am with guests from throughout the history of Grace. We will follow the service with a meal together, including special activities for the kids.

Fall Baptism

Wanted: Old Grace Photos / Memorabilia

Apartment for Rent

Some at Grace is looking to have someone take over their current lease.

Address: 2023 Melrose Avenue, Apt C, Chester, PA 19013

Two bedroom, one bath.

Furnished - kitchen table, coffee table, twin bed, tv stand, and tv.

Rent:$1000

Water is included, but have to pay for electric and WiFi.

If you have an interest contact Pastor Mark for more details

BFC Missions Seminar

4th BFC Senior Adult Leaders Roundtable

A time to share ideas for both successful local Senior Fellowship groups and denominational events.

Questions?

Contact Dana Weller at Finishers@bfc.org

Registration is required!

Tuesday, September 29, 2026

10:00am – 12:00pm

Bible Fellowship Conference Room,

1011 Brookside Rd. Suite 145

Allentown, PA 18106

Prayer Focus ~ Stroh, Jones, Sauve

Snapshots of Grace ~ August at Grace

eNews August 14, 2026

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 20:49:15 GMT

Weekly Newsletter of Grace Church, Wallingford, PA

Teens on Summer Mission Week ~ helping at the GreenHouse Project in Chester

additional STEAM Camp Photos at the end of eNews

New in This Issue

August 14, 2026

Announcements in Church Center

eNews and Prayer Focus in NEW Announcements Page in Church Center

Go To Announcements

In Other News

More Information Below

Summer eNews Schedule

eNews every other week

Sunday Notes / Providence Road Construction

Children's Classes Normal, Ongoing construction in front of church

Sunday Worship

Pastor Tim Zuck preaching on John 20:19-23

Service of Surrender

Saturday, August 29 at 6:30pm

Event Details

Fall Start Dates

Information on Ministries starting in September

Save the Date

Key Fall Dates to Put on Your Calendar

Baptism and Membership

Let Pastor Aaron know if you are interested

Wanted: Old Photos

Looking for Photos and Memorabilia for Centennial

Financial Update

Income, Expenses, and Budget Update

Grace Administrative Assistant

Application Deadline this Saturday, August 15

Job Listing

Grace Partner News

CEF Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A, CEF Employment Opportunity

BFC News

Missions Seminar, Senior Adult Leader Round Table

Prayer Focus

Teachers, Students, College Students

Snapshots of Grace

STEAM Camp

eNews Summer Publication Schedule

For the Summer, we plan to publish eNews every other Friday. Please send any news for each set of two weeks to office@gracebfc.org by the Wednesday before publication.

Publishing Dates:

August 28

Sunday Notes

This Sunday is our last Sunday with class for grades 1-6. Students will be staying with parents from August 23 - September 6 during the sermon. Children’s bulletins will be available.
Kingdom Conversations will NOT meet in August, it will likely return in September.
There will be a Service of Surrender on Saturday, August 29. The 5th Sunday Night service will not meet in August, returning in November

Providence Road Construction

Aqua is working on Providence Road in front of the church weekdays from 9am - 3pm for the next several months.
If you are attending weekday events and can use the back entrance, that would be helpful.
If you need to come via Prov. Road, you can tell a flagger at the construction entrance that you need access to Grace Church / St. Johns and they should let you through if the road is not actively blocked by the construction (construction early on was at the north portion of the road, and so access was often granted from the south)
Sundays should not be affected.

Sunday Worship

THIS Sunday, August 16, 2026, 10 AM Worship

Order of Worship: Order HERE, Lyrics Sheet HERE

Sermon: Pastor Tim Zuck, Director of the Bible Fellowship Church's Church Extension Ministries is preaching on “The Mission Mandate” from John 20:19-23

After Worship: Join us in the gym for refreshments & fellowship

In the Gym Today: Meet Tim Zuck and find out more about BFC Church Extention Ministries

Next Sunday: Pastor Aaron returns to 1 Peter, also Communion during Worship

Online: Livestream and Past Sermons on YouTube, Worship Playlist on Spotify

Giving: Give to Grace Online, through the Mail, or Offering Boxes outside Sanctuary

Service of Surrender

Saturday, August 29, 2026, 6:30 PM

We are entering late summer, a time of year full of transitions: little ones starting pre-K or Kindergarten for the first time, kids leveling up to a new grade or a new school, young adults heading into college, families feeling the emptiness of their nest. Along with the milestones that children's growth represents, many life events like loss of health, job loss, or loss of loved ones offer us ample opportunities to deepen our trust in Jesus. But how do we do that? How do we 'just trust'?

And: How do we support each other during this season?

On Saturday, Aug 29, we will hold a Service of Surrender, a dedicated time for us to surrender our hearts, circumstances, and futures to the Lord. There will be music, art, and drama. We will pray for each other: for students and families, teachers and administrators, for the community.

Please pray for this service: for the leaders, for those inviting others, and for the Lord to work in those He will call to attend. May He break down our defenses and use us all for His glory and our good!

Contact: Dani Sauvé or Chris Newton

You can find out more at griefshare.org or contact Sue Bickel or Elizabeth Piasecki

GriefShare

Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Starting September 9

You can find out more at divorcecare.org or contact Mike Kraemer

DivorceCare

Wednesdays at 7:00pm

Starting September 9

Contact Fuzzy Phillips for more info.

Faith Explorers

Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Starting September 16

Students in Grades K-5 dig deep into God's word, discovering their faith along the way.

Contact Fuzzy Phillips for more info.

Youth Group

Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Starting September 16

Contact Pastor Aaron for more info.

Joint Worship Service with JuAhn Church

Sunday, September 13, 10am

Contact Pastor Aaron or Fuzzy Phillips for more info.

International Festival

Saturday, October 3

Administrative Assistant Job Listing

Contact Pastor Mark for more info.

Centennial Celebration

Sunday, October 18, 10 am

Fall Baptism

We are planning for a fall Baptism and Membership Service. If you would like to be baptized or to join the church please talk to Pastor Aaron in August so we can be sure to get you in! Contact Pastor Aaron.

Wanted: Old Grace Photos / Memorabilia

Do you have old photos of Grace Church, photos of key people or events in Grace's past, or memorabilia of Grace from days gone by? The Centennial Committee is looking for these for a series of videos and displays being prepared for our October 100th Anniversary Celebration. Please contact Pastor Mark for a link to drop digital copies of photos, or for more information on displays. If you would like to help with our Centennial Celebration on Sunday, October 18, also let Mark know.

Year-to-Date (1/1/26-6/30/26) offerings are over budget by $30,889 and greater than expenses by $59,201.

If you have any questions regarding giving, the budget, or financial statements, please feel free to speak with a member of the finance team or contact finance@gracebfc.org.

JOB SEARCH ~ We have officially opened our search for a new Administrative Assistant for Grace Church. This is a part-time, 10-12 hour a week position. Schedule is flexible, but some set office hours are expected. We do require that the person in this position be a member of Grace Church, or be prepared to become a member. You can read the full job listing below. Resumes should be sent to mbickel@gracebfc.org, which will be forwarded to our interview team, made up of Pastor Mark, Betty Ann Simmons and Mark Litrenta. Deadline to apply is August 15 . Questions can be directed to Pastor Mark.

CEF Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A

CEF Employment Opportunity

CEF of Delaware County is currently seeking to fill a part-time ministry position. Contact Connie Lee for more info.

BFC Missions Seminar

4th BFC Senior Adult Leaders Roundtable

A time to share ideas for both successful local Senior Fellowship groups and denominational events.

Questions?

Contact Dana Weller at Finishers@bfc.org

Registration is required!

Tuesday, September 29, 2026

10:00am – 12:00pm

Bible Fellowship Conference Room,

1011 Brookside Rd. Suite 145

Allentown, PA 18106

Prayer Focus ~ Teachers, Students, College Students

Snapshots of Grace ~ S.T.E.A.M. Camp

eNews July 31, 2026

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:30:39 GMT

Weekly Newsletter of Grace Church, Wallingford, PA

STEAM Camp - More photos at the end of eNews

New in This Issue

July 31, 2026

Providence Road Construction Update

Prov. Road closed in front of church M-F 9-3, Limited access if you tell them "Grace Church". More details below.

Service of Surrender

Saturday, August 29 at 6:30pm

Event Details

Financial Update

Income, Expenses, and Budget Update

Grace Administrative Assistant

Job Listing for Part-time Position (10-12 hrs/wk)

Job Listing

Wanted: Old Photos

Collecting Old Photos and Memorabilia for 100th Anniversary

In Other News

More Information Below

Summer eNews Schedule

eNews every other week

Sunday Notes / Providence Road Construction

Children's Classes Normal, Ongoing construction in front of church

Sunday Worship

Andrew Piasecki preaching on I Peter 4:7-11

Save the Date

Key Fall Dates to Put on Your Calendar

Grace Family News

Affordable Rental Needed, CEF Employment Opportunity, DCCS Employment Opportunity, Vision Bowl Support

BFC News

Reaching the Heart Conference

Prayer Focus

Comfort Foundation, Summer Camps Staff

Snapshots of Grace

STEAM Camp

eNews Summer Publication Schedule

For the Summer, we plan to publish eNews every other Friday. Please send any news for each set of two weeks to office@gracebfc.org by the Wednesday before publication.

Publishing Dates:

August 14, 28

Sunday Notes

Nursery and children's classes meeting as usual for the next several weeks. (some classes may be combined, but all should meet)
Kingdom Conversations will NOT meet in August, will likely return in September.
There will be a Service of Surrender on Saturday August 29 in place of 5th Sunday Worship. (see below for details)

Providence Road Construction

Aqua is working on Providence Road in front of the church weekdays from 9am - 3pm for the next several months.
If you are attending weekday events and can use the back entrance, that would be helpful.
If you need to come via Prov. Road, you can tell a flagger at the construction entrance that you need access to Grace Church / St. Johns and they should let you through if the road is not actively blocked by the construction (construction this past week was at the north portion of the road, and so access was often granted from the south)
Sundays should not be affected.

Sunday Worship

THIS Sunday, August 2, 2026, 10 AM Worship

Order of Worship: Order HERE, Lyrics Sheet HERE

Sermon: Andrew Piasecki is preaching from 1 Peter 4:7-11

Testimony: Dan Wallin

After Worship: Join us in the gym for refreshments & fellowship

Next Sunday: Jon Schmidt is preaching

Online: Livestream and Past Sermons on YouTube, Worship Playlist on Spotify

Giving: Give to Grace Online, through the Mail, or Offering Boxes outside Sanctuary

Service of Surrender

August 29, 2026, 6:30 PM

Administrative Assistant Job Listing

Year-to-Date (1/1/26-6/30/26) offerings are over budget by $30,889 and greater than expenses by $59,201.

If you have any questions regarding giving, the budget, or financial statements, please feel free to speak with a member of the finance team or contact finance@gracebfc.org.

Wednesday, September 9 ~ Start of GriefShare and DivorceCare
Sunday, September 13 ~ Joint Worship with JuAhn Church
Wednesday, September 16 ~ Start of Fall Children and Youth Groups
Saturday, October 3 ~ International Festival
Sunday, October 18 ~ Grace Centennial Celebration
Friday, December 4 & Saturday, December 5 ~ Christmas Walk-Thru

Wanted: Old Grace Photos / Memorabilia

Do you have old photos of Grace Church, photos of key people or events in Grace's past, or memorabilia of Grace from days gone by? The Centennial Committee is looking for these for a series of videos and displays being prepared for our October 100th Anniversary Celebration. Please contact Pastor Mark for a link to drop digital copies of photos, or for more information on displays. If you would like to help with our Centennial Celebration on Sunday, October 18, also let Mark know.

Affordable Rental Nearby?

A man that attends a Wednesday night ministry at Grace is looking for an affordable place to rent in the area. He currently lives and works in Delco. Please contact Mike Kraemer, msk0301@gmail.com, if you know of anything available.

CEF Employment Opportunity

CEF of Delaware County is currently seeking to fill a part-time ministry position. Contact Connie Lee for more info.

Lower School Instructional Aide: Part-Time

Delaware County Christian School Employment Opportunity

They have three job openings available. They would also love your prayers as they seek to find the right candidate to fill these positions. Contact Allison Horton for more info.

Aftercare Staff: Part- Time

Assistant Director of Operations

Helping with Vision Bowl

A few of our Grace folks are participating in Vision Bowl to help support the programs & services offered by the Center For The Blind and Visually Impaired. Contact Lisa O'Malley for more info.

Prayer Focus ~ Comfort Foundation, Russia

Reaching the Heart Conference

Jesus has charged every member of His church with speaking God’s truth in love

to each other. Care and discipleship aren’t just specialties for pastors. They’re for

the whole church. “Regular” Christians have a call and a mission to help one another

through sin and suffering.

By God’s grace, you’ll walk away from this conference with fresh passion for the

supremacy of God’s Word, fresh love and compassion for people, and fresh insight

into how to bring the two together in a local church context.

WHEN: August 14-15

WHERE: New Life Bible Fellowship Church, 2960 W. Philadelphia Ave., Oley, PA

COST: $40 / individual | $50 / couple - Early-bird pricing: By June 30, $20 off | By July 18, $10 off (Includes lunch and access to book tables)

MORE INFORMATION and REGISTER: Newlifebfc.org/events

Snapshots of Grace ~ S.T.E.A.M. Camp

More STEAM Camp Photos next eNews

Notes from Grace Church - July 28, 2026

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:35:05 GMT

Special Announcements from Grace Church

Grace Notes

July 28, 2026

Grace Administrative Assistant

THANK-YOU ~ A very special Thank-You to Amy Kaiser, she has faithfully served Grace as our Administrative Assistant for the past 6 years. She has sensed God leading her to some new opportunities in the months ahead, and so she will be stepping down from the position here on August 14. Amy and Andy plan to continue as active members of the Grace family.

JOB SEARCH ~ We are officially opening our search for a new Administrative Assistant. This is a part-time, 10-12 hour a week position. Schedule is flexible, but some set office hours are expected. We do require that the person in this position be a member of Grace Church, or be prepared to become a member. You can read the full job listing below. Resumes should be sent to mbickel@gracebfc.org, which will be forwarded to our interview team, made up of Pastor Mark, Betty Ann Simons and Mark Litrenta. Deadline to apply is August 15. Questions can be directed to Pastor Mark.

Administrative Assistant Job Listing

Special Welcome

B & J, partners in SE Asia, praise the Lord in announcing the birth of their third child.....Baby Girl "Olive Lael," born Saturday, July 18, 2026. She weighed in at 8 lbs 2 oz and is 20.5 inches long with lots of black hair. Olive joins her big sisters, Paityn and Eden, who are thrilled to have a new baby in the house.

Rich and PJ are the proud grandparents and are also thrilled that they will soon be able to visit grandchild #8, her sisters, and her parents too.

Fall Calendar Requests

If you or your group are starting to form fall plans, please let the office know. Even if you used the church in previous years, we ask that each fall you fill out our room reservation form so we are sure to have your dates, times and meeting descriptions correct. If you are planning a special event for the fall and would like to use the church, now is the time to let us know as the church calendar is starting to fill up.

Facility Use Form

eNews

Look for the next regular eNews this Friday.

eNews July 17, 2026

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:30:35 GMT

Weekly Newsletter of Grace Church, Wallingford, PA

Getting Ready for Construction on New ADA Restroom

Volunteers took out existing walls, ceilings and flooring to prep for construction. We are awaiting updated architectural drawings before beginning to build out the new restroom and office spaces.

New in This Issue

July 17, 2026

ADA Restroom Update

Old Office & Restroom Removed, Construction site now locked

Save the Date

Key Fall Dates to Put on Your Calendar

In Other News

More Information Below

Summer eNews Schedule

eNews every other week

Sunday Notes / Providence Road Construction

Children's Classes normal in July, Upcoming construction in front of church

Sunday Worship

I Peter 3:1-7

Summer Volunteer Opportunities

Help with transportation for David Stanley, Help with Children or Image Bearers on Sunday

Operation Christmas Child

Get "Back to School" Savings on Essential School Supplies

School Supplies List

Grace Family News

Affordable Rental Needed, CEF Employment Opportunity / Vision Bowl Support

BFC News

Reaching the Heart Conference

Prayer Focus

Elizabeth Piasecki, New Grace Missionary

Read Prayer Focus

Snapshots of Grace

(de)Construction of Restroom

In Church Center

Click Below to go to Church Center Page

Summer Teams

Pray for / Give to Summer Teams

Summer Page on Church Center

eNews Summer Publication Schedule

For the Summer, we plan to publish eNews every other Friday. Please send any news for each set of two weeks to office@gracebfc.org by the Wednesday before publication.

Publishing Dates:

July 31

August 14, 28

Sunday Notes

Nursery and children's classes meeting as usual for the rest of July. (some classes may be combined, but all should meet)
Kingdom Conversations will NOT meet this Sunday, will likely return in September.

Providence Road Construction

Aqua plans to do work on Providence Road in front of the church weekdays from 9am - 3pm for the next several months.
If you are attending weekday events and can use the back entrance, that would be helpful.
Sundays should not be affected.
Once work begins, we will post additional details in future eNews.

Sunday Worship

THIS Sunday, July 19, 2026, 10 AM Worship

Order of Worship: Order HERE, Lyrics Sheet HERE

Sermon: Pastor Aaron Susek is preaching from 1 Peter 3:1-7

After Worship: Join us in the gym for refreshments & fellowship

In the Gym THIS SUNDAY: We have some additional World Cup Watch Party Kits with mini-soccer balls, international recipes, gospel conversation starters, and more. See Brit Haseltine in the gym Sunday to get your FREE Kit Today!

Next Sunday: Pastor Aaron Susek continuing in 1 Peter

Online: Livestream and Past Sermons on YouTube, Worship playlist on Spotify

TRANSPORTATION - David Stanley is in need of transportation to Riddle for therapy on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, arriving at 11:00AM . If you are able to help any days in July or August, please contact Clayton Wilt who is overseeing the schedule.
SUNDAYS - For the summer months, we need some additional people as Helpers in Children's Ministry as well as people to serve as Buddies for Image Bearers class . To help with Children, contact Fuzzy. With Image Bearers, contact Pastor Mark

Sunday, September 13 ~ Joint Worship with JuAhn Church
Saturday, October 3 ~ International Festival
Sunday, October 18 ~ Grace Centennial Celebration
Friday, December 4 & Saturday, December 5 ~ Christmas Walk-Thru

Operation Christmas Child

ATTENTION!! ”BACK-TO-SCHOOL” SALES ARE HAPPENING NOW!!

Even though it’s only July, NOW is the time to begin shopping for your Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. EVERY box needs to contain school supplies. NOW is the perfect time to begin shopping for those school supplies during the “Back-to-School” sales at Target, Walmart, and Staples.

Some examples of sale items:

“Crayola” colored pencils: 97-99 cents
“Crayola” 24 pack crayons: 50 cents
“Crayola” thick and thin markers: 97-99 cents
Pencil sharpeners: 55 cents
Composition books: as low as 35 cents
10 pack of pens: 99 cents

Don’t wait until October or November to shop for school supplies! The prices will go back to normal when school starts. Take advantage of those “Back-to-School” sales NOW!

Click "download" below for the “Essential School Supplies” list.

Questions: PJ Hartzell (richandpj@aol.com), Trish Lawton (trishlawton33@yahoo.com)

2026 ESSENTIAL SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Construction Site Locked

New locks have been installed on the doors into the construction area of the old office and restroom areas to prevent injury. You can look through the window by the main entrance to see the progress of the work. If you need access, contact Pastor Mark.

(note: you may not see much additional progress in the next few weeks as we are still awaiting final drawings and permits before construction can begin)

Questions? Contact Pastor Mark

Affordable Rental Nearby?

CEF Employment Opportunity

CEF of Delaware County is currently seeking to fill a part-time ministry position. Contact Connie Lee for more info.

Summer Page on Church Center

Helping with Vision Bowl

A few of our Grace folks are participating in Vision Bowl to help support the programs & services offered by the Center For The Blind and Visually Impaired. Contact Lisa O'Malley for more info.

Prayer Focus ~ Elizabeth Piasecki

Reaching the Heart Conference

Jesus has charged every member of His church with speaking God’s truth in love

to each other. Care and discipleship aren’t just specialties for pastors. They’re for

the whole church. “Regular” Christians have a call and a mission to help one another

through sin and suffering.

By God’s grace, you’ll walk away from this conference with fresh passion for the

supremacy of God’s Word, fresh love and compassion for people, and fresh insight

into how to bring the two together in a local church context.

WHEN: August 14-15

WHERE: New Life Bible Fellowship Church, 2960 W. Philadelphia Ave., Oley, PA

COST: $40 / individual | $50 / couple - Early-bird pricing: By June 30, $20 off | By July 18, $10 off (Includes lunch and access to book tables)

MORE INFORMATION and REGISTER: Newlifebfc.org/events

Snapshots of Grace ~ (de)Construction Photos

eNews July 3, 2026

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:00:56 GMT

Weekly Newsletter of Grace Church, Wallingford, PA

Welcome New Members! Jeff & Kathy Schmit with Joey, Mary Ellen Bowman, Will & Hannah Gingery with Evie & Eleanor ~ More photos, including Baptism, at end of eNews

New in This Issue

July 3, 2026

Operation Christmas Child

Get "Back to School" Savings on Essential School Supplies

School Supplies List

ADA Restroom Update

Grace Main Office has Moved Down the Hall!

Save the Date

Some Key Dates for the Fall to Put on Your Calendar

In Other News

More Information Below

Summer eNews Schedule / Sunday Child Notes

eNews every other week / No Children Church from Grades 1-6 this Sunday

Communion This Sunday ... Sermon from I Peter 2:13-25

Note that Order of Worship is now in the Sunday block below

Women's Study Committee Report

Also links to sermon, cutting room floor, Elder and BFC preaching policies

Women in Ministry Report

Free Stuff

Check out stuff in gym

Summer Volunteer Opportunities

Help with Children or Image Bearers on Sunday, Help with transportation for David Stanley, Be a Nurse at Victory Valley ...

Grace Family News

CEF Employment Opportunity / Vision Bowl Support

BFC News

Reaching the Heart Conference

Prayer Focus

Camp Promise / Beth Wiegand / Year Round Camp Promise Ministries

Snapshots of Grace

Baptism and Membership Sunday

Hope You Have a Happy 4th of July!

Celebrating God's Faithfulness to America for over 250 years

In Church Center

Click Below to go to Church Center Page

Summer Teams

Pray for / Give to Summer Teams

eNews Summer Publication Schedule

For the Summer, we plan to publish eNews every other Friday. Please send any news for each set of two weeks to office@gracebfc.org by the Wednesday before publication.

Publishing Dates:

July 17, 31

August 14, 28

Sunday Morning Kids

On July 5, we will NOT have the older Children's Church. We will instead have kids in grades 1-6 remain in the service with their families. We will provide a children's bulletin for them. All other nursery and children's areas should be open as usual.

Sunday Worship

THIS Sunday, July 5, 2026, 10 AM Worship

Order of Worship: Order HERE, Lyrics Sheet HERE

Sermon: Pastor Aaron Susek is preaching from 1 Peter 2:13-25

Communion: During the Service

After Worship: Join us in the gym for Water Ice & fellowship

Next Sunday: Pastor Aaron Susek continuing in 1 Peter

Online: Livestream and Past Sermons on YouTube, Worship playlist on Spotify

SUNDAYS - For the summer months, we need some additional people as Helpers in Children's Ministry as well as people to serve as Buddies for Image Bearers class . To help with Children, contact Fuzzy. With Image Bearers, contact Pastor Mark
NEW - TRANSPORTATION - David Stanley is in need of transportation to Riddle for therapy on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, arriving at 11:00AM . If you are able to help any days in July or August please contact Clayton Wilt who is overseeing the schedule.
NURSE for VICTORY VALLEY - Victory Valley needs an RN for two weeks of camp this summer and needs your help finding someone who loves Jesus and is willing to volunteer for a week or part of a week of camp. The priority is a Teen week, which includes Cabin Camp, Outpost, and Day Camp, running from July 19th at 1:30pm through July 24th at 7pm. The nurse would stay on site from Sunday through Friday, or whatever portion they can cover. One of our veteran nurses is available to assist that week but cannot cover the full week. We also need a nurse to cover July 13th through July 17th, from 8am to 4pm each day. That week is for Day Camp only and is usually very quiet for the nurse. Victory Valley carries liability insurance that serves as the primary coverage for all volunteer nurses. We also have a medical director, Dr. John Daubert of Trinity BFC, who has standing orders that are printed and in place to ensure clear direction for the nurse. Nurses' kids can attend camp FREE as our way of saying "Thank You"! Contact: Curt Cutler, Director610-966-5880, www.victoryvalleycamp.org

Last month we heard an Elder Update from Andrew Piasecki and then a sermon by Pastor Aaron that addressed the topic of women in ministry in the Bible, including how we at Grace apply this, particularly on the topic of preaching to the gathered church on a Sunday morning. You can listen to that update and sermon HERE There is also a Cutting Room Floor video to clarify some points from the sermon HERE

The Women's Ministry committee's report to the Elders is available HERE . If you care to read the full text of the Elders and BFC Preaching Policies, as well as the Elders' updated vetting procedure, you can access all those documents in one place HERE.

Questions or Concerns? We would love to hear from you! Contact any Elder (Mike Plourde, Mike Kraemer, Mark Kessler, Nate Biermaas, Steve Bach, Andrew Piasecki, Mark Bickel,and Aaron Susek). Questions on documents, contact Pastor Mark

We are cleaning out several of the offices, so over the next few weeks, there will be tables in the gym with items we no longer use that you can take for FREE. This week is books that were donated to the church. Contact Pastor Mark.

Operation Christmas Child

ATTENTION!! ”BACK-TO-SCHOOL” SALES ARE HAPPENING NOW!!

Some examples of sale items:

“Crayola” colored pencils: 97-99 cents
“Crayola” 24 pack crayons: 50 cents
“Crayola” thick and thin markers: 97-99 cents
Pencil sharpeners: 55 cents
Composition books: as low as 35 cents
10 pack of pens: 99 cents

Don’t wait until October or November to shop for school supplies! The prices will go back to normal when school starts. Take advantage of those “Back-to-School” sales NOW!

Click "download" below for the “Essential School Supplies” list.

Questions: PJ Hartzell (richandpj@aol.com), Trish Lawton (trishlawton33@yahoo.com)

2026 ESSENTIAL SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Office Has Moved!

In preparation for building the ADA Family Restroom, we have moved the main office for the church down the hall. The main office is temporarily set-up in what used to be Pastor Tim's office , the office located to the right of the side entrance to the church, across from Aaron's office. We have moved the desk, copier, mailboxes, first aid, and supplies to that space.

Questions? Contact Pastor Mark

Sunday, September 13 ~ Joint Worship with JuAhn Church
Saturday, October 3 ~ International Festival
Sunday, October 18 ~ Grace Centennial Celebration
Friday, December 4 & Saturday, December 5 ~ Christmas Walk-Thru

CEF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CEF of Delaware County is currently seeking to fill a part-time ministry position. Contact Connie Lee for more info.