October 5, 2025
Season of Creation

Parish Retreat weekend:
No 8:00 a.m. service
No Sunday school

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The Power of Parables

October 14, 21, 28
November 4, 11, 18, 
7 p.m. at Grace Church

Led by Eric Mason & Kim Cockroft
Open to All

Learn to live in God’s Kingdom, one parable at a time. Jesus’ stories shocked, stirred, and transformed his original listeners into new ways of seeing and being. Over the years, we’ve domesticated those parables until they are rote and predictable.

Join us as we hear Jesus’ stories again with new ears and open hearts.

Our text: The Kingdom of God is Like ... by Thomas Keating is available in the narthex. Suggested donation is $13.

Coffee & a Psalm
Mondays from 10:00–11:00 a.m.

The Wednesday Gathering
Wednesdays from 10:00–11:30 a.m.

Knitting Into the Mystery
Third Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. 

Meditation/Centering Prayer
Thursdays from 5:00–6:15 p.m.

Island Youth Nights
First Sundays 6:30–8pm at Island Center Hall

Queer Craft Nights
Third Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at little island crafts

Music Circle Rehearsal
Thursdays from 7:00–8:30 p.m.

Mom’s Morning Retreat
First and Third Thursdays from 9:30–11:00 a.m

Conversations to Care for Creation
First Sundays in the sanctuary during coffee hour

3rd Saturday Grace Grounds Party
Third Saturdays from 9:00 a.m.–noon

Silent Disco 

Sunday, October  5, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Island Center Hall.

What’s a silent disco? It’s basically a dance party where everyone looks like they’ve lost their minds… but really, they’re just jamming to music through headphones. Bonus: you can switch channels to different DJs, so you and your friends might be dancing to totally different beats—awkward moves encouraged, of course!

In the future, we'll gather on the first Sunday of each month.

Click here for driving directions.

Email Melissa Meyers to learn more.

Grace is partnering with the Suquamish Community Kitchen! We’re especially in need of volunteers for meal prep and clean-up. You’re also welcome to serve, share dinner with neighbors, or bring a dessert. 

Families and teens are especially encouraged to participate. Email Melissa Meyers to learn more, or sign up below.

Sign up for October 8

Sign up for November 19

for LGBTQIA+ high schoolers and allies

Thursday, October 16, 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Craft: Pumpkin Party

Thursday, November 19, 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Craft: DIY buttons

At little island crafts, 124 Madrone Ln N, Bainbridge Island
More info: youth@gracehere.org

John Kydd’s Cabin, Hood Canal
October 17-19, 2025 (Friday p.m. – Sunday Noon)
Optional early arrival: Thursday, Oct 16

Join Rector Eric Mason for a weekend of reflection, fellowship, and rest.

Theme: Fear, Courage, and Discipleship – exploring faith, democracy, and hope through readings and discussion.

If you have any questions, contact Eric Matthews at eric@ericematthews.com or (206) 718-2254. 

We look forward to sharing this retreat with you!

Click here to learn more and register.

Sunday, October 26, 5:30-7:00 p.m.
for students in grades 6-8

at the Kitsap Escape Room

9481 Silverdale Way NW, Suite 205, Silverdale

Space is limited; please RSVP to Melissa Meyers.

Friday, October 10th

6:00 Potluck; 6:30 Games Begin

St. Paul's Bremerton Parish Hall
700 Callahan Dr, Bremerton, 98310

Board games, card games, plus any games you bring. We look forward to great food, healthy competition, and making fun connections. 

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