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2026 VBS Illumination Station
2026 VBS Illumination Station | July 13-17, 8:45am-12pm
Calling all volunteers to lead kids in answering the question Jesus asked his disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" Through games, crafts, music, snacks and Bible stories, kids will discover that Jesus is the light of the world!
Come share yourself at VBS this summer! We are looking for Bible Leaders for the younger elementary classes. If you are new to teaching but hear God’s call to lead kids, VBS is a great way to stretch and develop a new gift! Partner with some experienced leaders and discover the joy of teaching kids about Jesus!
If music is your passion and you love to praise God through songs and movement, please prayerfully consider leading the worship team!
We also are looking for more Teen Leaders (rising 7th graders-12th graders) who make VBS a wonderful experience for every child that attends. We love adult and teen volunteers who love to point kids to Jesus!
Registration for campers is closed now - with just under 100 kids attending; it cannot be opened again without more volunteers. If you are available to serve or have a friend you can invite, share the registration information at gracewaylife.org/vbs
VBS Snack Donations
Thank you to those who have already donated to our list of snack items for VBS! The team so appreciates your generosity!
If you missed the donation request email and would like to participate in VBS but can’t be there in person, please check out this link to help with our snack needs. https://mealtrain.com/zmgkko
Detailed instructions are included with the link.
Thank you for your prayerful consideration!
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.
Barbecue and Boardgames
Mark your calendars for June 7! Invite friends and stay after service for lunch and board games in the Family Room. Bring your favorite game or join in on one - it's time for relaxation and fellowship to kick off our summer.
All Children’s and Youth Leaders: Thank you!
As the school year winds down and summer approaches, we want to thank all of the volunteers who served kids and youth this past year in Sunday morning classes, Tuesday night Youth Group, KC Kids and Sound Partners (reading with K-2nd graders at Valley View). What a blessing you have been to the children and youth you have served so faithfully. We hope that you will prayerfully consider continuing to serve over the summer and in the next school year.
As God blesses us with new families, new leaders of kids and youth is crucial! If you are called to try something new and have a heart for sharing Jesus with kids and youth, please prayerfully consider joining the GraceWay Kids team on Sundays or lead Youth Group on a Sunday or Tuesday night, NOW. Partner with experienced leaders and discover the joy of getting to know our kids and teens better while sharing the gospel with them.
Consider giving a couple of hours a week at KC Kids or a half hour to an hour one or two days a week to help struggling readers as a Sound Partner when the new school year starts. It has been a tremendous blessing to serve the community at Valley View in these ways!
Please see Tina or Mary for all the details or use this link gracewaylife.org/serve to express your interest and we’ll get back to you! Be part of growing God’s kingdom by leading the next generation to Christ!
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.