enews July 17, 2026
Jesus spoke to them again, “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness, but will have the light of life.”
John 8:12
GraceWay Men's Speaker Breakfast
Our guest speaker this month is Hiedi Murphy - Pleasanton’s Director of Library and Recreation. Hiedi will giving an overview of her Departments mission, services, issues and challenges.
Friends are always welcome.
When: 8:00 am, Monday, July 20
Where: GraceWay Church, 1183 Quarry Lane, Pleasanton
Enjoy bagels, muffins, mixed fruit, coffee, tea and more.
Love Your Neighbors and Support Your Community by Joining With Our Neighbors in a Blood Drive!
Sunday, July 26, 9:00am-1:00pm
Tribe Strength & Fitness, 425 Boulder Ct., Suite 300/400, Pleasanton CA 94566
Bloodmobile Parked on Backside of Building
Appointments: sbcdonor.org
CALLING ALL KIND PEOPLE
When I describe someone who loves others, makes sure they are well-taken care of, and likes to extend warmth and generosity to the community, who do you think of? That person should be a GraceWay Deacon! If you or someone you know would like to know more about becoming a Deacon, please email pastor Mary at mary@gracewaylife.org.
NOMINATE YOUR NEXT ELDERS
Has God put someone on your mind as the next elder for GraceWay? Fill out this form to let us know! We would love to follow up. (Please no self-nominations)
2026 VBS missions project
Won’t you join us in raising funds (our goal is $500)? You can check out the Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry details here. You can bring cash, write a check or pay on-line at gracewaylife.org/give - look for VBS Mission Project in the Fund dropdown. We will be collecting food and monetary donations at GraceWay until Tuesday, July 21. Thank you!
Any questions? Contact Tina LaDue: tina@gracewaylife.org
Volunteer Appreciation
If you serve at GraceWay, let's appreciate each other! We are looking forward to celebrating another year of loving our community and following Jesus by using the gifts He has given to us.
Mark your calendar for August 16, 1:00pm-3:00pm, at Da Boccery. Middle school on up welcome to RSVP.
Covenant Partners interest Lunch
August 2, 11:30am
Have you found your church home at GraceWay? Come find out more about what it means to be a Covenant Partner! Join us for an informational lunch and Q/&A after church August 2.
JOIN A LIFE GROUP!
If you are looking to grow in your spiritual walk with your church family, consider joining a GraceWay Life Group.
Inquire at gracewaylife.org/lifegroups
Volunteer opportunities with CityServe of the Tri-Valley Senior Services include Caring Visitors, Transportation Assistance, Exercise Class Helpers, and Family Caregiver Support Groups.
OTHER WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
SERVE
If you are looking for other ways to get involved at GraceWay, learn more about how to serve through our website. There are many outlets and opportunities, and it's a great way to practice BLESSing our community.
PRAYER REQUEST FORM
If you are interested in requesting prayer for a specific need, you can submit it through the form on our website. Each submission will be received electronically by a member of office staff as well as the leader of the prayer team.
NEED DEACON SUPPORT?
Our Deacons are ready to serve! If you are in need of meals, prayer, in home communion, or have other needs that the Deacons can assist with, please email, or call (925) 846-4436. One of the Deacons will get back to you soon.