Grace United Church
Grace United Church is an inclusive, intergenerational United Church congregation in Sarnia-Lambton offering casual Sunday worship with a mix of contemporary, traditional, and band-led music. The church runs midweek programs for children, youth, and seniors, hosts music-focused services and concerts such as a Jazz Worship series, and organizes volunteer outreach including monthly meal services at the Inn of the Good Shepherd. Grace also holds fundraising events, learning opportunities on being affirming, and congregational activities that support local partners and community needs.
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Last updated on Mar 6th, 2026
Recent Activity
Jazz Worship Series
Grace United Church is hosting the final session of its Jazz Worship Series before the summer break, welcoming all to a service with jazz influenced worship, a meal, and a light reception. A free will offering will be collected to help cover musician costs.
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Congregational meeting
Grace United Church will hold a brief congregational meeting immediately after Sunday service on 2026-05-31 to vote to confirm this year's slate of officers. The meeting is intended to be short and open to congregation members, focusing on leadership confirmation.
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Inn of the Good Shepherd Meal — May 27, 2026
Grace United Church served 93 clients at the Inn of the Good Shepherd in Sarnia on May 27, 2026, offering sausage and pepper pasta, cole slaw, buns, and apple crumble with whipped cream. Volunteers provided the meal, leftovers will be reused by the Inn, and the church made a financial donation to help with the food bank shortage.
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Jazz Worship service
Grace United Church posted photos from a recent Jazz Worship service and announced one more Jazz Worship service on June 21, 2026. The message thanks attendees and says more information will be shared soon, so keep an eye on the church for time and program updates.
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Being Affirming — Learning Opportunity
Grace United Church is offering a learning opportunity called Being Affirming, described as a great chance to learn more about being affirming. The session is positioned as an educational, community focused offering from the church, with details such as date, time, and cost to be confirmed by the organizer.
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Cook position at Lambton Centre
Grace United Church announced that Lambton Centre is looking to hire a cook on 2026-05-26. This community oriented kitchen role supports the centre's meal programs and local activities; contact Grace United Church or Lambton Centre to learn how to apply.
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Save the date announcement
Grace United Church posted a short save the date message asking the community to show support, published on 2026-05-21. Watch the church's communications for the follow up with specific date and ways to participate.
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Reminder: The Inn needs our help
Grace United Church posted a brief reminder on May 21, 2026, noting that the Inn needs community help. Check with the church or your usual local channels for specific ways to contribute or volunteer.
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Member bereavement announcement
Grace United Church shared a bereavement announcement on May 11, noting that Joyce Rawson's husband William died last Wednesday, and the congregation is holding the family in their prayers. The post includes an obituary link and expresses the community's condolences.
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Announcement of member's bereavement
Grace United Church announced that Raymond, the father of member Kathy Dodkin, died on Friday, May 8, 2026. The congregation asks members to hold Kathy and her family in their thoughts and prayers and offers a blessing for Raymond.
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Remembrance and policy advocacy post on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples
Grace United Church notes red dresses displayed across the country on May 5, 2026 to remember lives lost and to call attention to policy drivers of the crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people. The post ties restrictions on harm reduction and cuts to safe supply, supervised consumption sites, and outreach to increased exposure to violence, exploitation, and overdose, and it highlights the second generation cut off in the Indian Act as a barrier to recognition and protection.
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Staff outdoor photo post
Grace United Church posted a sunny staff photo update on April 30, 2026, pairing the Fred Rogers quote "It's a beautiful day in the neighbourhood." with outdoor pictures and cheerful emojis. The short community post celebrates staff and shares a warm moment meant to brighten followers day.
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Foodbank Sunday Donations
Grace United Church is collecting nonperishable food items and monetary gifts for the Inn of the Good Shepherd on Foodbank Sunday, May 3. Drop donations in baskets by the sanctuary or Cathcart entrances, or place money in your weekly envelope under other and designate Inn to support the Grace Inn fund.
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Ken Plumley Memorial Scholarship
Grace United Church invites secondary school students who expect to graduate in 2026 to apply for the Ken Plumley Memorial Scholarship, with application forms available from the Church office. Applicants should contact John Cooke at 519-869-2908 or jkcacooke@gmail.com and submit materials before the June 1, 2026 deadline.
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Save the Date Post
Grace United Church posted a brief "Save the date" notice on 2026-04-28 inviting the community to anticipate an upcoming announcement. Keep an eye on the church's communications for full event details and any registration links.
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Welcome of eight new members
Grace United Church announced it welcomed eight new members on April 26, 2026, celebrating a moment of community growth. The brief message highlights opportunities for newcomers to connect with the congregation and find ways to get involved.
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Volunteer appreciation message
On 2026-04-23, Grace United Church posted a brief thank you message honoring volunteers who help keep the congregation running smoothly. The note offers public appreciation and highlights the important role volunteers play in sustaining church activities.
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In The Spirit of Jazz worship service
Grace United Church shared a joyful recap of its In The Spirit of Jazz worship service on April 20, 2026, naming pianist Marque Smith, vocalist Charmain Bailey, drummer Greg Mainprize, and bassist Rob Weatherstone. The post celebrates the musicians who led the service and the churchs live jazz worship moment.
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Worship Service Participants and Music
Grace United Church posted a joyful worship update for the morning of 2026-04-20 noting Marianne and her granddaughters provided prelude and postlude music, Bruce read scripture, Kenji preached and led worship, and the Grace Choir sang an anthem. The message conveys gratitude and the musical, participatory character of the service.
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Soup luncheon to support Lambton Centre Summer Camp
Grace United Church is hosting a soup luncheon on Sunday, April 19 to raise support for Lambton Centre Summer Camp. Bring your appetite and learn more about ways to help the camp while enjoying a community meal.
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Clean up day
Grace United Church posted a brief notice titled "Clean up day!" inviting community participation; the announcement was published on 2026-04-16. The entry lists the event name and organizer, and encourages interested volunteers to contact the church for meeting details.
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Trilliums viewing and support for the Centre
Grace United Church is offering a community opportunity to see trilliums and to support the Centre on May 2, 2026. The short, welcoming occasion is positioned as a springtime chance to enjoy blooms and back local community efforts.
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Thank-you post for floral donation
On 2026-04-16 Grace United Church thanked McKellarsFlowers for preparing lovely bud vases that were distributed to some congregation members for Easter. The short post highlights local partnership and a small act of kindness that brightened the holiday for members of the congregation.
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Confirmation Sunday photo update
Grace United Church shared more pictures from Confirmation Sunday in a brief update published on April 13, 2026. The post indicates additional photos are available but does not include a direct link or location, so check the church's usual channels or contact the parish office to find and request copies.
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Easter Sunday photo post
Grace United Church posted that more pictures from its Easter Sunday celebration are available, published on April 6, 2026. Check the church social feed or website to view the full photo album and see moments from the service and community gathering.
