Grace, a United Methodist Congregation

    Grace Connect

    An initiative meant to keep us connected as a church family during the pandemic. Below you’ll see various “connections” in three categories, Large In-Person Connections, Small In-Person Connections and Small Virtual Connections. Please sign up for as many connections as you wish.

    What Is Grace Connect?

    Large In-Person Connections

    Second Sundays

    Second SundayOn the second Sunday of the month at 10:00 AM we will gather OUTSIDE on the church grounds for a special event that includes a surprise special guest, food and fellowship. Bring your mask and a chair or blanket and join your church family! Visitors are welcome too. Please register so we can know how many people to expect in advance. CLICK HERE for More Information


    Movie Nights

    Movie NightsWe’re renting out the entire theater for you! Join us for a masked, socially distanced big screen experience.  CLICK HERE to Register!

    1. Younger Kids Movie #1- Finding Dory
      • April 16 at 6:00pm at Grace, the Worship Center, pizza provided, Wear your PJ's!
      • Group leaders: Brandon MacDonald, Magan Gramling, Laura Webb, Patrick Ferguson
    2. Younger Kids Movie #2- Jungle Book
      • May 15 at 11:00am at Grace, the Worship Center, pizza provided
      • Group leaders: Brandon MacDonald, Magan Gramling, Laura Webb, Patrick Ferguson
    3. Cinephile Movie-The Courier
      • April 25 at 4:00pm at AMC Summit 16
      • Group leaders: Randal Ray, Beth Hagerty, John Street 
    4. Family Movie #1- The Croods
      • April 23 at 6:30pm at AMC Summit 16
      • Group leaders: Kristi Salamone, Michelle Henderson, Mark Harmon
    5. Family Movie #2- Kong vs Godzilla
      • April 17 at 7:00pm at AMC Summit 16
      • Group leaders: Cicily Mobley, David Brush

    Family Feud

    Family FeudThat’s right, “The Feud” is coming to the Grace stage. Join us as Grace families go head-to-head to see who knows what the “survey says.” Up to ten participating families will have the opportunity to play the game. There will be a BIG family prize for the winners! CLICK HERE to Register!

    • Sunday, May 2, at 4:00 PM
      • Group leaders: Stephen Ingram, Mary Frey, Michelle Henderson, Kristi Salamone


    Small In-Person Connections

    Dinner Clubs

    Dinner GroupsYou’re invited to a dinner party! Join a small gathering of Grace folks for two meals before the end of May. All second dates are TBD and will be determined by the group at the first meal. CLICK HERE to Register!

    1. April 18 at 12:30- Family Lunch at Urban Cookhouse at the Summit
      • Limit of 10, Leader: Magan Gramling
    2. GROUP FULL April 21 at 12 Noon- Adult Lunch at Satterfield's
      • Limit of 6, Leaders: Krista Self and Jackie Bean
    3. April 22 at 6:30pm- Adult Dinner at North Italia
      • Limit of 6, Leader:Mollie Moeck
    4. April 28 at 6:00pm- Moms Night Out at El Zun Zun
      • Leaders: Magan Gramling and Lynne Howard
    5. May 2 at 4:30pm- Family Dinner at JT and Ginger Dabbs House (Texas BBQ) 
      • Limit of 13, Leaders:JT and Ginger Dabbs
    6. May 8 at 6:00pm- Adult Dinner at Angela Morris' House (Mexican Fiesta)
      • Limit of 20, Leaders:Angela Morris and Karen Paul
    7. May 15 at 5:00pm- Adult Dinner at Pies and Pints
      • Limit of 6, Leaders:Cicily and Jeff Mobley
    8. May 17 at 6:00pm- Family Dinner (Older Kids) at On Tap (End of School Celebration)
      • Leaders:Kristi Salamone and Mary Frey
    9. May 21 at 6:30pm- Guys Night Out at The Bourbon Room at On Tap (Sips n' Cigars)
      • Leader: Brandon MacDonald
    10. May 22 at 6:00pm- Adult Dinner at The Clay's House (BBQ Provided, each couple brings a dessert or side)
      • Limit of 10, Leaders:Todd Clay and David Brush

    Adventure Club

    Adventure ClubThis group will go on hiking and mountain biking! The group is limited to 20 people per activity. You can register for each as an individual activity. CLICK HERE to Register!

    • Long Hike- April 18 at 2:00pm at Red Mountain Park
      • Group Leaders: Ben Contratto and Stephanie Angrisano
    • Mountain Biking- April 24 at 11:00am at Oak Mountain State Park
      • Group Leaders: Zach Gramling and Will Heath
    • Family Hike- May 1 at 9:00am at Oak Mountain State Park (Peavine Falls Trail)
      • Group Leaders: Magan Gramling, Lynne Howard, Brian Hinson

    Breakout & Beer

    Breakout & BeerSolve the riddles and breakout of a room. Your reward? How ‘bout a cold brew? This group will be visiting Locked In (masks required) and then walking to Trim Tab Brewing. This event is for adults only. CLICK HERE to Register!

    • Thursday April 29 at 6:30pm at Locked In, 2808 7th Ave S., Birmingham
      • Group Leader: Brandon MacDonald
    • Friday May 14 at 6:30pm at Locked In, 2808 7th Ave S., Birmingham
      • Group Leader: Stephanie Angrisano

    TopGolf

    Top GolfA trip to TopGolf where you’ll share fun competition and fellowship with fellow “golfers.” If you haven’t been to TopGolf, please know that zero golf experience is required!  (Groups limited to six people.  Each participant will cover their own costs at TopGolf.  Prices will range from $10-15 per player, per hour.) CLICK HERE to Register!

    • Tuesday, April 20, 5:30 PM, Group Leader: Andrew Ellis
    • Thursday, May 6, 4:30 PM, Group Leader: Mark Harmon
    • Monday, May 10, 5:30 PM, Group Leader: Rachel Coleman


    Small Virtual Connections

    Group Virtual Cooking Class

    Virtual Cooking ClassCelebrate Cinco de Mayo (a few days early) by learning to make two different kinds of authentic Mexican tamales. Limited to 12 participants. CLICK HERE TO Register!

     

    • Friday, April 30, 7:00 PM, $30 per device; Group leader: Maegan Guven
    • Saturday, May 8, 7:00 PM, $30 per device; Group leader: Mollie Moeck

     

    Check-Ins and Chat on Zoom

    Zoom Check-inThis is a virtual podcast discussion group for people who want to have good, meaningful and quick discussions around a great podcast each week for a month. CLICK HERE to Register!

    • Brené Brown’s “Unlocking Us” Podcast: Wednesdays at 7:00pm (April 21 to May 12)  This group will listen to the latest episode of the podcast and then share in a 20 minute discussion each week via Zoom.
      • Group Leaders: Stephanie Angrisano and LuAnn Hodges

    Happy Hour Trivia

    Happy Hour TriviaThe workday is over! It’s time for some pub trivia with your friends from Grace. It’ll be you and 19 others battling for the title of “most trivial person” at the church. So grab your laptop and your glass and join us for some competitive fellowship. The winning Team gets a special prize! CLICK HERE to Register!

    • April 20 at 8:00pm via Zoom
      • Group leaders: Stephen Ingram and Mollie Moeck