{"id":64,"date":"2026-10-05T16:32:13","date_gmt":"2026-10-05T16:32:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/grace.webswiftph\/blog\/"},"modified":"2026-10-17T13:00:09","modified_gmt":"2026-10-17T13:00:09","slug":"blog","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/blog\/","title":{"rendered":"Blog"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"64\" class=\"elementor elementor-64\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<main class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0013e99 e-con-full gc-page e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0013e99\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" id=\"content\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0013b64 e-con-full gc-section e-no-lazyload gc-hero gc-dark  e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0013b64\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0013b63 e-con-full gc-inner e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0013b63\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0013b5f gc-over elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0013b5f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>OUR BLOG<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0013b60 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0013b60\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Faith. Stories.<br><span>Real Life.<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0013b61 gc-hero-desc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0013b61\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Encouraging articles, church updates, and practical<br>resources to help you grow in faith and live a<br>more purposeful life.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0013b62 gc-handwritten elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0013b62\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Together<br>in Faith<br>for a Brighter<br>Tomorrow.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0013b67 e-con-full gc-section e-no-lazyload  e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0013b67\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0013b66 e-con-full gc-inner e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0013b66\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0013b65 elementor-widget elementor-widget-shortcode\" data-id=\"0013b65\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><div class=\"gc-blog\"><div class=\"gc-tabs\" role=\"group\" aria-label=\"Article categories\"><button type=\"button\" data-filter=\"all\" aria-pressed=\"true\">All Posts<\/button><button type=\"button\" data-filter=\"Faith\" aria-pressed=\"false\">Faith<\/button><button type=\"button\" data-filter=\"Church Life\" aria-pressed=\"false\">Church Life<\/button><button type=\"button\" data-filter=\"Bible Study\" aria-pressed=\"false\">Bible Study<\/button><button type=\"button\" data-filter=\"Community\" aria-pressed=\"false\">Community<\/button><button type=\"button\" data-filter=\"Events\" aria-pressed=\"false\">Events<\/button><\/div><div class=\"gc-blog-tools\"><div><span class=\"gc-over\">LATEST ARTICLES<\/span><h2>Encouragement for<br>Your Faith Journey.<\/h2><\/div><label><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Search articles<\/span><input type=\"search\" class=\"gc-search\" placeholder=\"Search articles\u2026\"><\/label><\/div><p class=\"gc-results\" aria-live=\"polite\"><\/p><div class=\"gc-article-grid\"><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Faith\" data-name=\"Finding Peace in Uncertain Times\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/finding-peace-in-uncertain-times\/\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/peace-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"A person reflecting quietly at sunrise\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/peace-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/peace-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/peace-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/peace.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"gc-article-body\"><div class=\"gc-article-meta\"><span>Faith<\/span><time datetime=\"2026-09-30T09:00:00+00:00\">Sep 30, 2026<\/time><\/div><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/finding-peace-in-uncertain-times\/\">Finding Peace in Uncertain Times<\/a><\/h3><p>Learn how to trust God and find peace even when life feels uncertain. Discover practical steps to strengthen your faith during challenging seasons.<\/p><a class=\"gc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/finding-peace-in-uncertain-times\/\">Read More \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Faith\" data-name=\"The Power of a Consistent Prayer Life\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/the-power-of-a-consistent-prayer-life\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/prayer-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Hands folded in prayer over an open Bible\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/prayer-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/prayer-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/prayer-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/prayer.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"gc-article-body\"><div class=\"gc-article-meta\"><span>Faith<\/span><time datetime=\"2026-09-29T09:00:00+00:00\">Sep 29, 2026<\/time><\/div><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/the-power-of-a-consistent-prayer-life\/\">The Power of a Consistent Prayer Life<\/a><\/h3><p>Simple rhythms of prayer help us bring our hopes, worries, and gratitude before God.<\/p><a class=\"gc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/the-power-of-a-consistent-prayer-life\/\">Read More \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Church Life\" data-name=\"How to Build Meaningful Friendships in Church\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/how-to-build-meaningful-friendships-in-church\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/community-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Church small group sharing a conversation around a table\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/community-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/community-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/community-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/community.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"gc-article-body\"><div class=\"gc-article-meta\"><span>Church Life<\/span><time datetime=\"2026-09-28T09:00:00+00:00\">Sep 28, 2026<\/time><\/div><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/how-to-build-meaningful-friendships-in-church\/\">How to Build Meaningful Friendships in Church<\/a><\/h3><p>Small conversations can become lasting friendships when we make room for one another.<\/p><a class=\"gc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/how-to-build-meaningful-friendships-in-church\/\">Read More \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Bible Study\" data-name=\"Understanding God\u2019s Purpose for Your Life\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/understanding-gods-purpose-for-your-life\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/bible-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Open Bible and coffee in warm church window light\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/bible-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/bible-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/bible-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/bible.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"gc-article-body\"><div class=\"gc-article-meta\"><span>Bible Study<\/span><time datetime=\"2026-09-27T09:00:00+00:00\">Sep 27, 2026<\/time><\/div><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/understanding-gods-purpose-for-your-life\/\">Understanding God\u2019s Purpose for Your Life<\/a><\/h3><p>Explore how faith, your gifts, and everyday opportunities can shape a life of purpose.<\/p><a class=\"gc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/understanding-gods-purpose-for-your-life\/\">Read More \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Community\" data-name=\"Small Acts of Kindness Make a Big Difference\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/small-acts-of-kindness-make-a-big-difference\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/outreach-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Church volunteers sharing meals with neighbors\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/outreach-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/outreach-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/outreach-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/outreach.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"gc-article-body\"><div class=\"gc-article-meta\"><span>Community<\/span><time datetime=\"2026-09-26T09:00:00+00:00\">Sep 26, 2026<\/time><\/div><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/small-acts-of-kindness-make-a-big-difference\/\">Small Acts of Kindness Make a Big Difference<\/a><\/h3><p>Discover ordinary ways to care for your neighbors with generosity and compassion.<\/p><a class=\"gc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/small-acts-of-kindness-make-a-big-difference\/\">Read More \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Faith\" data-name=\"What the Cross Means for Us Today\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/what-the-cross-means-for-us-today\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-1024x341.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Congregation worshipping in a warmly lit church sanctuary\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-1024x341.webp 1024w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-300x100.webp 300w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-768x256.webp 768w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-1536x512.webp 1536w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"gc-article-body\"><div class=\"gc-article-meta\"><span>Faith<\/span><time datetime=\"2026-09-25T09:00:00+00:00\">Sep 25, 2026<\/time><\/div><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/what-the-cross-means-for-us-today\/\">What the Cross Means for Us Today<\/a><\/h3><p>Reflect on the hope, grace, and new beginnings at the heart of the Christian story.<\/p><a class=\"gc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/what-the-cross-means-for-us-today\/\">Read More \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Church Life\" data-name=\"Celebrating a Year of God\u2019s Faithfulness\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/celebrating-a-year-of-gods-faithfulness\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-1024x341.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Congregation worshipping in a warmly lit church sanctuary\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-1024x341.webp 1024w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-300x100.webp 300w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-768x256.webp 768w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-1536x512.webp 1536w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"gc-article-body\"><div class=\"gc-article-meta\"><span>Church Life<\/span><time datetime=\"2026-09-24T09:00:00+00:00\">Sep 24, 2026<\/time><\/div><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/celebrating-a-year-of-gods-faithfulness\/\">Celebrating a Year of God\u2019s Faithfulness<\/a><\/h3><p>Looking back with gratitude at the people and moments that shaped our community.<\/p><a class=\"gc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/celebrating-a-year-of-gods-faithfulness\/\">Read More \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Bible Study\" data-name=\"How to Develop a Daily Bible Study Habit\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/how-to-develop-a-daily-bible-study-habit\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/bible-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Open Bible and coffee in warm church window light\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/bible-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/bible-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/bible-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/bible.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"gc-article-body\"><div class=\"gc-article-meta\"><span>Bible Study<\/span><time datetime=\"2026-09-23T09:00:00+00:00\">Sep 23, 2026<\/time><\/div><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/how-to-develop-a-daily-bible-study-habit\/\">How to Develop a Daily Bible Study Habit<\/a><\/h3><p>Start a sustainable practice of reading, reflection, and responding to Scripture.<\/p><a class=\"gc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/how-to-develop-a-daily-bible-study-habit\/\">Read More \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Church Life\" data-name=\"Raising Godly Children in Today\u2019s World\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/raising-godly-children-in-todays-world\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/kids-1024x683.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Children learning together with a church teacher\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/kids-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/kids-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/kids-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/kids.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"gc-article-body\"><div class=\"gc-article-meta\"><span>Church Life<\/span><time datetime=\"2026-09-22T09:00:00+00:00\">Sep 22, 2026<\/time><\/div><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/raising-godly-children-in-todays-world\/\">Raising Godly Children in Today\u2019s World<\/a><\/h3><p>Build a loving home where questions, prayer, and everyday kindness are welcomed.<\/p><a class=\"gc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/raising-godly-children-in-todays-world\/\">Read More \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Community\" data-name=\"A Place for You to Serve\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/a-place-for-you-to-serve\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hands-1024x341.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Volunteers joining hands in a gesture of community\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hands-1024x341.webp 1024w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hands-300x100.webp 300w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hands-768x256.webp 768w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hands.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"gc-article-body\"><div class=\"gc-article-meta\"><span>Community<\/span><time datetime=\"2026-09-21T09:00:00+00:00\">Sep 21, 2026<\/time><\/div><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/a-place-for-you-to-serve\/\">A Place for You to Serve<\/a><\/h3><p>Find a meaningful way to share your time and gifts with your church and community.<\/p><a class=\"gc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/a-place-for-you-to-serve\/\">Read More \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Events\" data-name=\"Preparing for Our Anniversary Celebration\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/preparing-for-our-anniversary-celebration\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"266\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-1024x341.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Congregation worshipping in a warmly lit church sanctuary\" srcset=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-1024x341.webp 1024w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-300x100.webp 300w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-768x256.webp 768w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero-1536x512.webp 1536w, https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/hero.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><div class=\"gc-article-body\"><div class=\"gc-article-meta\"><span>Events<\/span><time datetime=\"2026-09-20T09:00:00+00:00\">Sep 20, 2026<\/time><\/div><h3><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/preparing-for-our-anniversary-celebration\/\">Preparing for Our Anniversary Celebration<\/a><\/h3><p>Join us for a morning of worship, thanksgiving, and connection.<\/p><a class=\"gc-link\" href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/preparing-for-our-anniversary-celebration\/\">Read More \u2192<\/a><\/div><\/article><article class=\"gc-article gc-filter-card\" data-category=\"Church Life\" data-name=\"Your First Sunday at Grace\"><a href=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/your-first-sunday-at-grace\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/webswiftph.com\/grace\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/grace\/church-1024x768.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"Welcoming white community church with a cross and tropical garden\" 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