The Ministries of Grass Valley UMC

THE LAST FRIDAY SUPPER

Our congregation is a congregation that cares.  Evidence of this conviction can be found in our “Last Friday Supper” that takes place, not surprisingly, on the last Friday of every month.   This is a meal that we provide for members of the community—at no cost to them.  All that is required is a good appetite and the willingness to sit down and enjoy an excellent meal.  Musical entertainment is provided as well, with a local ukelele band providing a lively musical backdrop.  Anyone who wishes to help with this effort is encouraged to simply “show up” and serve.  Start time is 5:00 p.m.

PASTIE BAKE

One of the unique traditions of Grass Valley UMC is the Pastie Bake which takes place on the last Thursday of every month.  Approximately 30 people each month volunteer their time and effort to make upwards of 800-900 pasties (Cornish Meat Pies).  Pastie baking became something of an art form in the lives of the early Cornish settlers who came to Grass Valley to work in the gold mines.  Today, this tradition continues, thanks to this enthusiastic group who serve this community by making and selling some excellent Cornish Pasties.   Not only is this good work, but it is also work that has created a marvelous sense of community among those who volunteer their time.  New volunteers are always welcome!

CHURCH STREET CONCERT SERIES

In an effort to better connect with the Grass Valley Community that surrounds us, we have initiated the “Church Street Concert Series.”   Our goal is to provide interesting music on a quarterly basis that is anything but hum-drum or boring.  Our interests range from a candle light and cello/piano recital to the Progressive Blue Grass of Cal-Tucky and the Cajun / Zydeco flavors of Tom Rigney and Flambeau.  We are excited about the interest that this series has generated and look forward to providing more excellent music for the Grass Valley community.  We welcome anyone who has a love for music and an interest in helping us promote our Church Street Concert Series.