Ministry Needs

Many different areas of the church have wish lists of items that are not accounted for in the church budget.  Following is the first of many wish lists that we will be posting here in the newsletter, as well as on the website.  Please let the office know if you can help with any of these ministry needs. 

Preschool Wish List:
1) A scholarship program that would allow students to receive larger discounts, 1/2 off or even full tuition.
2) A field trip fund that would allow all preschoolers to participate without any cost to families.
3) Security system for the preschool entrance.
4) Additional office equipment for the teachers:
Laminator Large counter space for projects
Cricut Electronic Cutting Machine Cabinets for storage
Computer for teachers to share Storage of preschool library
Files & teacher resources for planning Desk chair
5) Classroom needs:
Light table & accessories for exploration Dress up clothes
Additional Science Center learning materials
Cabinets and/or shelves in the classrooms for additional storage for teachers
6) Playground needs:
Playground shredded rubber ground covering instead of mulch
Concrete/black top bike path
Permanent play structure age appropriate for new 2’s play area

Worship & Music Ministries Wish List:
As you are able, your aid in providing for these ―beyond-the-budget items will enhance the experience of those who worship at Grace.

Grand Piano (rehearsal room instrument needs replacing)

Traditional Worship & Adult Choir Ministry
Replacement Choir Robes
Replacement Acolyte and Deacon Robes
Quality Music Folders
Bass hand bells and stands

General Singing Choirs Ministry
Rehearsal Room Chairs offering singer support

Children's Choirs Ministry
Orff Instruments
Hand Chimes

Contemporary Worship Music Ministry
Aids to improve audio balance/quality:
Replace current unreliable boxy floor monitors (speakers) with in-ear/intercom monitors to aid singers/players/projectionists/leaders but not detract from congregation's audio experience.
Floor speakers for string rhythm instruments
Proper microphone for piano pick-up
Electronic full size quality keyboard/synthesizer
Computer generated music stands eliminating the need for printed sheet music
Vocal Technique Audio/Visual mini-courses for singers

Special Music Offerings Cantata Presentations:
Choral and Instrumental Music and hired instrumentalists

Please contact Ron Fredriksen for more details about the ministries' needs.
Thank you for helping in the supply of these items. Their availability will mutually enhance our music ministry and our worship together.

The Worship & Music Committee Sue Olson, Chair