We’re a lively faith community connecting across generations. We acknowledge church has much to answer for. We recognize our history and our heritage, the best & toughest times in the world & our local story. Christians, in the Lutheran tradition, our faith is rooted in a belief of God as made known to us in Jesus Christ. With intention: we seek to be hospitable with neighbors and newcomers (with
local resource partners); we use “safe sanctuary” practices for children, youth and adults, as do groups under our roof; we commit to open listening and reflection whenever people communicate authentically and directly with our community; and we believe God honors every human mess and can bring healing, (re)form and new life. So, we are people engaging everyday circles, our neighborhood and the world. We celebrate we’re forgiven, not perfect. Acceptance is a baseline. Self-control is learned; respect for others too. Crafting safe space gets attention. We like to have fun too. We share what we have with others because we can. In the process we discover the best life for ourselves!
“Through worship, service and education we practice our faith, grow our relationship with God and experience God’s grace in our lives.” (ELCA) In Forest Hills since June 24, 1926; we see we have much to offer our Metropolitan Ave—Union Turnpike community now and in years ahead. Read on, then, come & see… there’s space for you with people… of Grace. community growth
⊙ Ministries:
Community Labyrinth – on our East Lawn- dawn to dusk International Labyrinth Society
Parkside Players of Grace, community theatre
Worship: Sundays @ 10:30A and festival dates [we’re part of the Metropolitan New York Synod - ELCA]
Fellowship groups – adults, women, and (coming 2020) young adults
⊙ Partnerships:
THE VINE - Citywide Campus Ministry
Advocacy and Help: Lutheran Social Services-NY; Lutheran World Relief: ELCA Hunger Appeal; Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service, ELCA Disaster Response (as needs arise) helping persons/communities recovering from human and natural disaster. Enhancing local food security: °Stacy’s Pantry: A Monthly Food Distribution (via Bethany CH, 48-08 91st Pl; monthly 3rd Saturday, 8-10am); °Forest Hills Inter-Faith Friends Pantry (at Queens Community House, 108-25 62nd Dr; monthly, last Wed, 6-8pm); °support for our neighbors in company with OLM-RC community, Kessel Street, Forest Hills (regular Sat morning food pantry). You may leave staple food items for any of the above in the basket at the glass entry doors.
⊙ SPACE AT 103-15 Union-TPKE:
The Broadway Class, youth drama club; {select weeks days}
GreySheeters [GSA] Group (Suns 6:30p)
Liberty Group (Tues Meetings; 8:30p Beginner). and Girl Scouts Troop in formation {Tuesday after school} contact [email protected]
