MONTHLY HOAGIE SALE: We will be using Galyean’s Deli here in Northampton. The hoagie types are Italian, Turkey, Roast Beef, Tuna and the cost is $6.00. Sandwiches are Pastrami, Swiss Cheese on Rye ($6.00) or Ham/Cheese or Turkey/Cheese on a Kaiser Roll cost is $4.00. Order forms are posted in the back of the sanctuary as well as in the bulletin and website. Orders and Payments are due to the office by Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Delivery date will be Wednesday, October 15, 2025 with pickup hours of 4:00-6:00 pm in Fellowship Hall. Thank you for once again supporting this fundraiser.
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Chemotherapy Bag Collection – During the month of October, we will be collecting items for Chemotherapy Care Bags. I will have a bin in the sanctuary, or they may be dropped off at the office. Chemotherapy Care Bag Items:
Emery Boards Chapstick/Lip Balm
Word Search/Puzzle/Activity Books Toothbrush
Note Pads Toothpaste (Small)
Pens Lens Wipes for Glasses
Mouthwash (Small) Breath mints/Hard Candy
Wet Ones/Wipes Hand Sanitizer (Small)
Hand Lotion (Small) Shawls
A Spaghetti Dinner, Basket Raffle, and Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, November 8th, from 4-7 pm. Dinners include salad, spaghetti with meat sauce, a roll and butter, dessert, and beverage. Eat-in or Take-out. Tickets can be purchased at the door. Adults $12. Children 12 years and under $5. No cost for Military Veterans. Accepting donations of baskets or gift cards for the raffle and baked goods for the bake sale. Items for the raffle to be brought to the church by Tuesday, November 4th, if possible.
Trick or Treat – Pastor Bob and his helpers will again be handing out candy at the church on Trick or Treat night, which will be held in Northampton on Friday, October 31st. Any donations of candy for this fun night will be welcome.
Night Out at the Lehigh Valley Phantoms
Looking to attend an ice hockey game at group rates? It has been decided to get a group together for the following game: Saturday, November 15th, 7:05 PM vs. HER (Phan Con Night); Lower Level: $28/ticket; Upper Level: $22/ticket. Please see the signup sheet in the back of the sanctuary or on the bulletin board outside the office. Any questions please contact Gary Henry (610-810-8982) or call the office.
Save the Date: December Organ Concert
Grace UCC’s Minister of Music, Marisa Deshler, will be holding a special organ concert in the church on Sunday, December 14, from 3:00-4:00 pm. Marisa will be performing Christmas music and music of women organists. A free-will offering will be accepted at the concert which will go towards a music project fund for purchasing special musical items for the church. Following the concert a reception will be held in Fellowship Hall. Christmas cookies and beverages will be served.