Mid-Week Discipleship Mid-Week Opportunities Date: Current Study Begins March 31 Time: Mondays, 6:00-7:30 pm Location: Adult Central Leaders: Mike O'Rourke and Bob Arthur Men's Bible Study: The 'Men of Grace' Bible study is an opportunity for men of all ages to study God's Word together and share how God is working in their lives. They meet on Monday evenings during the school year and take a break during the summer. There is no cost or registration. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Join us on an optimistic and accessible journey into what the Bible says about the end times. The series will provide a solid foundation for understanding God’s eternal plan and events like the rapture, the tribulation, and our eternal glory in heaven showing us a story all about hope and all about Jesus. Dates: January 21-April 29 Schedule: Tuesdays : 6:30-8:30 pm, Adult Central Wednesdays : 9:00-11:15 am, Adult Central Thursdays : 6:30-8:30 pm, Student Lounge Women's Bible Study: The Women of Grace ministry offers weekly Bible and topical studies for women who want to advance in their love for Jesus and their relationships with one another. Leaders: Kimberly Klein, Barb Farrell, Jean Carroll, Kristi Grimes Study Revelation verse-by-verse to discover how the last book of the Bible is accessible, helpful, and speaks a steadying word of assurance and endurance to the church in every age. Precept Bible Study: Precept involves a weekly Bible study that is based on the Precept Bible study method, which encourages participants “to discover God’s Word for yourself, but not by yourself”. These studies are open to men and women of all ages. Registration is required. Current Study: The Coming Golden Age by Dr. David Jeremiah Take this fascinating tour of our remarkable future life together and see how our understanding and response to the Millennium will transform our lives today. Dates: April 29-June 10 Schedule: Tuesdays: 2:00-3:15 pm, Adult Central Room 108 Tuesdays: 7:00-8:15 pm, Adult Central Room 108

Grace Students Presenting Students Mature in Christ Him we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom, that we may present everyone mature in Christ. - Col 1:28 Maturity in Christ means Christlikeness. We value Christlikeness in all areas of life which we've summed up in four words: Humility : "It's not about me." We are dedicated to teaching students to deny themselves, pick up their cross daily, and follow Jesus. (Philippians 2:1-11) Hospitality : "It's about them." We are dedicated to teaching students to behave in such a way that every stranger can be treated like a neighbor. (Luke 10:25-37) Love: "It's about 'us'." We are dedicated to teaching students to think with a "we first" mentality, not a "me first" mentality. To participate in youth group and to encourage others before trying to be encouraged themselves. (John 13:34) Devotion: "It's about Him." We are dedicated to teaching students not merely about God, but to know God and how to seek Him out for the rest of their lives. Our goal is not to just give information about God, but to build lifelong disciples. (Luke 9:23-25) Weekly Events Sunday Mornings Growing in Faith Through Catechism Our Middle School and High School Sunday School is starting Catechism lessons—a time-honored way of learning core Christian beliefs. The word catechism comes from a Greek term meaning "to instruct" or "to teach," and that’s exactly what we’ll be doing! Each week, students will explore key questions about faith, memorize foundational truths, and engage in meaningful discussions. Through this interactive approach, they’ll build a strong understanding of what we believe and why it matters. Join us as we grow together in faith, knowledge, and spiritual maturity! Sundays at 9:50 AM | [see below for locations] CATECHISM STUDY GUIDE Grace Middle School 6th - 8th Grade Sundays at 9:50 AM Middle School meets in Lower Youth Grace High School 9th - 12th Grade Sundays at 9:50 AM High School meets in Upper Youth On Sundays our aim is teaching students not only what the Bible says, but how to read the bible. Tuesday Nights 6th - 12th Grade Join us weekly on Tuesday nigh ts from 7:00PM - 9:00PM . Doors open at 6:45PM and programming starts at 7:15PM. High School will meet in Upper Youth and Middle school will meet in the Lower Youth area. Resources Catechism Study Guide DOWNLOAD Old Testament Reading Plan DOWNLOAD New Testament Reading Plan DOWNLOAD Download Our 2024/2025 Parent Calendar 24/25 Calendar 25 Summer Calendar

Anna and Elliott Cafe 1040 Phone: 678-745-3662 Mission Website cafe1040.com Address (DONATIONS): Cafe' 1040 P.O. Box 110 Alpharetta, GA 30009 Address (PHYSICAL): Cafe' 1040 1431 Capital Avenue Suite 117 Watkinsville, GA 30677 Birthday: Anna: April 6 Mission Focus My ministry focus is to empower and equip students and young adults in pursuing God's guidance in global missions by coaching them through next steps and providing them with resources to pursue international opportunities in unreached areas of the world (through my organization or one of our partner organizations). I am blessed to have a strong community in St. Louis to support me. A challenge in my work will be to build a network in the Midwest, because I am the only mobilizer within my organization in this area, but I am excited for the challenge and opportunity to serve God in this capacity. Testimony I grew up going to Grace Community Chapel and was involved in children's ministry and youth group through high school. Grace helped to build a foundation for my faith. However, it wasn't until college that I fully began to take my faith as my own and explore God's global purpose for us. I pursued international ministry opportunities in Honduras, Peru, Dominican Republic, and South Asia. These experiences showed me the true heart of God for His people. He truly desires relationship and love with all peoples. Seeing an area of the world with little to no access to the story of Jesus broke my heart and stirred a desire to play a role in that. I pursued a job as a mobilizer in order to help others pursue these passions and share my experiences with them. I also hope to pursue living overseas in an unreached area in the future, but am following God's leading. Next Jabe & Elena Barker Philippine Schools

Membership Membership at GCC If you would like to become a member at GCC, we require the following: Complete the " Next Steps " process. Read and agree with our Statement of Faith Agree to the Membership Commitment . Fill out the Membership Application . Although membership is not required to serve at GCC, you will be able to vote on the yearly budget and serve as and vote for officers of the Missions, Deaconess, Deacons, and Elder board s . Next Steps Get to know us better by attending these classes, which are required for membership at GCC. LUNCH AT GRACE Meet the pastors and hear about the heart of our church. Children are welcome to join us. Sunday, June 1 12:15 pm | Hope Hall RSVP RSVP by the Wednesday before DISCOVERING GRACE Dig deeper and ask specific questions about our Statement of Faith, doctrines, and priorities. (high school and up) Sunday, June 22 11:15 am | Room 110 RSVP RSVP by the Friday before SHARING GRACE Understand the culture of our church and our passion to walk an authentic Christian life. (high school and up) Sunday, June 8 11:15 am | Room 110 RSVP RSVP by the Friday before Next Steps Statement Of Faith Our Statement of Faith at GCC 1. We believe the sixty-six books of the Bible to be the only inspired, authoritative Word of God, inerrant in the original manuscripts. (2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20-21) 2. We believe that there is one God , the Creator, eternally existent in three Persons–Father, Son and Holy Spirit–each having the same essence and attributes. (2 Corinthians 13:14; Matthew 28:19) 3. We believe that Jesus Christ is fully God and fully man in indivisible union. We believe in His virgin birth, His sinless life, His miracles, His substitutionary atonement through His shed blood, His death and bodily resurrection, His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and His future bodily return in power and glory. (John 1:1,14; Philippians 2:6-8; 1 Timothy 3:16; Revelation 19:11-16; I Corinthians 15:1-8) 4. We believe the Holy Spirit convicts of sin, regenerates, indwells, baptizes and seals all believers at the moment of their salvation, filling them as they yield to Him with the goal of conforming them to the image of Christ. (Titus 3:5; 1 Corinthians 3:16, 12:13; Ephesians 1:13, 5:18) 5. We believe salvation is a gift of God received through faith alone in Jesus Christ alone and His sacrifice for sin. We believe that a person is justified by grace through faith apart from works and that all true believers have eternal life. Saving faith includes repentance, which is a change of mind about sin and the need for Jesus as Savior. (Ephesians 2:8-9; John 3:16; I John 5:10-13; Mark 1:15) 6. We believe that the true Church is composed of all such persons who through saving faith in Jesus Christ have been regenerated by the Holy Spirit and are united together in the Body of Christ of which He is the Head. (Colossians 1:18; Ephesians 1:22-23, 2:19-22) 7. We believe that water baptism and *Communion are ordinances to be observed by the Church during the present age. They are, however, not to be regarded as means of salvation. (Acts 8:12; 1 Corinthians 11:23-28) 8. We believe in the bodily resurrection of the dead, of the believer to everlasting glory in heaven with God and the unbeliever to judgment and everlasting conscious punishment in hell apart from God. (2 Thessalonians 1:9; Revelation 22:3-5, 20:15; Daniel 12:2) *Communion is open to all who have trusted Christ as Savior whether members of Grace or not and is observed on the first Sunday of each month. Our Commitment G.R.A.C.E I submit myself to the care and the authority of the biblically qualified elders that God has placed over GCC. In joining with GCC, and walking in dependence upon the Holy Spirit, I will strive to do the following: Proclaim Jesus and Pursue Maturity in Him. Grow Spiritually I will pursue a pattern of progressive transformation into the image of Jesus, understanding that spiritual growth is my personal responsibility. John 15:1-17 | 2 Peter 1:3-11 | Ephesians 4:14-15 Reproduce Intentionally I will see God-given potential in others and use my gifts, experiences, and resources to participate in their spiritual development. 1 Corinthians 11:1 | 1 Thessalonians 5:11-15 | 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Advance the Gospel I will leverage my opportunities to live and proclaim salvation by grace through faith in Christ for the forgiveness of sins. Matthew 28:18-20 |Romans 10:13-15 | 1 Peter 3:13-17 Connect in Worship I will unite with the church body, offering my whole self as an act of submission and commitment to the glory of God. Romans 12:1 | 1 Corinthians 12:21-27 |Hebrew 10:19-25, 13:15-17 Engage in Service I will maintain a servant’s heart as I regularly contribute to the body of Christ in spiritual and practical ways. Matthew 20:26b-28 | Romans 12:3-8 | 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 Membership Commitment Ready to take the next step? It's now time to fill out the "membership application". After you submit the form you will receive a call from a member of our Elder board and they will arrange a time to meet with you for an informal interview. MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

VOLUNTEER Conference Volunteer Details Thank you for you interest in volunteering at the 2024 Together Marriage Conference. Please note that volunteer spots are for those who regularly attend Grace Community Chapel and will be accepted accordingly. Below are descriptions of the teams we will need help in. Please read through the descriptions and their time commitments. The times are general expectations but can change according to team manager’s discretion and need. If you feel like this is something you would like to commit to, please click on the volunteer button to let us know which teams you would prefer. IMPORTANT: Please do not register for the conference yet. After you submit the volunteer form, we will provide instructions about how to receive the volunteer discount when you register. Volunteering Opportunities: Security & Ushering Team (need 12-15 people): Ensure the safety and efficient movement of people throughout the event. Team members will need to be hospitable in greeting all who enter, while being aware and vigilant as needs may occur such as (but not limited to): All volunteers will be required to attend an orientation meeting the weekend prior to the event (more information to come). The following are expected times of involvement during the event: Friday: 5:30pm-7:10pm, 8:10pm-8:50pm, 9:55pm-10:30pm (times fluctuate in accordance with teaching time ) Saturday: 7:45am-9:10am, 10:25am-11:05am, 11:55am-12:30pm (times fluctuate in accordance with teaching time) Registration Team (need 2-3 people): THE REGISTRATION TEAM IS FULL. WE HOPE YOU'LL CONSIDER SERVING IN A DIFFERENT CAPACITY AT THE CONFERENCE. Assist in setup of registration space. Help arriving patrons with check-in process and answer questions on each day of the event. All volunteers will be required to attend an orientation meeting the weekend prior to the event (more information to come). The following are expected times of involvement during the event: Friday: 5:30pm-7:10pm Saturday: 7:45am-9:10am Catering/Hospitality Team (need 5-7 people): THE CATERING/HOSPITALITY TEAM IS FULL. WE HOPE YOU'LL CONSIDER SERVING IN A DIFFERENT CAPACITY AT THE CONFERENCE. Assist in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere where people can congregate during pre-conference times and break times. Team members will help decorate/set up Hope Hall and set food up according to team manager’s instructions. All volunteers will be required to attend an orientation meeting the weekend prior to the event (more information to come). The following are expected times of involvement during the event: Pre-conference: TBD for set-up Friday: 5:00pm-7:00pm, 8:10pm-8:50pm Saturday: 7:45am-9:10am, 10:25am-11:05am, 12:00pm-12:30pm (tear down) REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER Have Questions? If you have questions about the volunteer opportunities, click the button below. CONTACT US

Connect With Us FILL OUT A CONNECT CARD Join us on Sundays 8:30 AM Traditional Worship Service 9:50 AM Contemporary Worship Service Student Ministry meets this hour only! 11:15 AM Contemporary Worship Service Find out More Can’t attend in person? Missed a Sunday? Watch live or on demand at YouTube or the Church Center app . Click here for Adult Discipleship Opportunities. Click here for details about Kids Ministries. Click here for details about Student Ministries. Contact Us Next Steps Get to know us better by attending these classes, which are required for membership at GCC. LUNCH AT GRACE Meet the pastors and hear about the heart of our church. Children are welcome to join us. Sunday, June 1 12:15 pm | Hope Hall RSVP RSVP by the Wednesday before DISCOVERING GRACE Dig deeper and ask specific questions about our Statement of Faith, doctrines, and priorities. (high school and up) Sunday, June 22 11:15 am | Room 110 RSVP RSVP by the Friday before SHARING GRACE Understand the culture of our church and our passion to walk an authentic Christian life. (high school and up) Sunday, June 8 11:15 am | Room 110 RSVP RSVP by the Friday before Volunteer at GCC We would love for you to be a part of what God is doing at GCC, and there are many opportunities for you to get involved through serving. Whether you enjoy working with adults, students, or children, have interest in music or tech support, want to serve as an usher or greeter, or would like to help with a community outreach event, Grace has a place for you! DISCOVER SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES Membership at GCC If you would like to become a member at GCC, we require that you first go through the "Next Steps" process listed above . Through this process, you will meet the staff, get to know the heart of our church, and learn about the core values that guide the ministry here at GCC. Although membership is not required to serve in the ministry, you can vote on the yearly budget and officers of the Missions, Deaconess, Deacons, and Elder board. MEMBERSHIP At GRACE Volunteer Prayer Prayer at Grace At GCC we believe in the power of prayer. Submit a prayer request or ask to join our Prayer Chain email list REQUEST PRAYER JOIN THE PRAYER CHAIN

Church Center App A digital tool to make connecting at Grace even easier The Church Center App is completely FREE and puts all the functionality of Grace on your device! Download the Church Center app from the the App Store or Google Play Find Grace Community Chapel within the app. Give | Watch | Sign-In | Sign-Up Review your contact info and upload your picture: Open the Church Center app once you’ve registered. Tap the 'Me' icon in the lower left corner (top of page on PC). Tap your name to view your profile information. Tap your name again to review or change email, phone number, mailing address, and photo. Here's what you can do using the Church Center app: Simplified Giving Make giving easy for both spontaneous and recurring donations. Give instantly using your debit or credit card, via ACH bank transfer. Manage your recurring donations and payment methods, as well as view your donation history. Easy Event Signups Browse and sign up for any upcoming events. Explore events by scrolling through our events page or sorting by category. Found the event you want to attend? You can register and pay right then and there! Personal Profile Management Keep your profile up-to-date. Make changes and manage contact information yourself. You can see all your existing profile information including event registrations, giving history, group membership, and contact information. Online Directory Easily look up people and families in our community. Manage what information you'd like to share about you or your family. Online directory is available for regular attenders only! Mobile Check-in Your Kids Speed up the check-in process by starting before you even arrive . You can check-in anyone connected to your household right from your device. Select all the kids in your household that you want to check in. When you arrive, scan your phone at a check-in station to receive your labels. If you have questions, please call the church office or email us and we'll be glad to help you get set up. REQUEST DIRECTORY ACCESS

Lee Whitworth Biblical Ministries Worldwide Phone: 770-339-3500 Email: srygh@biblicalministries.org Facebook Page Address: Biblical Ministries Worldwide 1595 Herrington Rd Lawrenceville, GA 30043-5616 Birthday: June 4 Mission Focus Lee serves with Biblical Ministries Worldwide sharing the gospel in Mormon communities in Utah. For many years, Lee served as pastor of Payson Bible Church and more recently as the Field Leader for the Utah/Idaho region. Currently his ministry also includes working on field policies, recruiting ministry leaders, preaching, and writing. His wife and ministry partner, Diana, passed in January 2022 and Lee is adjusting to ministry without her wisdom and communication. We praise God for Lee’s strong faith and his commitment to continue ministry. Pray for Lee and his eight adult children as the family continues to adjust to life without Diana. Testimony Lee's Testimony As a child my parents took us to a liberal church. My older brother grew restless and sought out a Bible-teaching church. At the age of nine I heard the gospel and approached the pastor about being saved. By God's grace He has held me through days of obedience and rebellion, complacency and devotion. I have been given grace and blessings entirely out of proportion to my sin and dullness. I studied music at Grand Rapids School of the Bible & Music with primary focus on Bible. I have served in churches in Missouri, California, and Utah. Diana and I were married in 1983 and have eight children. Update: Diana Jean Whitworth entered the joy set before her on January 8, 2022, after a three-year battle with pancreatic cancer. Please join Grace Community Chapel in praying for Diana's family during this difficult time. The family asks that instead of flowers, charitable gifts would be designated to Provo Bible Church for the church's evangelistic outreach ministry. DIANA'S OBITUARY Previous Reach Ayutthaya SIM (Serving In Missions) Next Leroy & Debbie Zumack Field Workers

Biblical Counseling Who is it For? Biblical counseling* is available for people of all ages and walks of life. Youth counseling will be done with another person in the room (who will be held to confidentiality standards) for accountability purposes, and counseling with women will be handled in a manner consistent with wisdom and best practice. What to Expect Biblical Counseling is counseling that is directly centered and focused on the Bible to deal with the issues of life, leaning on the promise of 2 Peter 1:3 which says, "His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness." Its focus is discipleship and heart change as developed through obedience to and understanding better God’s word. Ultimately, the goal is to help you respond to your life circumstances in a way that will please God. The underlying assumption is that God’s Word truly is sufficient for life and godliness. Biblical counseling is meant to teach you to live a godly life in response to any life circumstances you may be going through, while also often providing genuine relief from various whole-self afflictions. Everything will be held in strict confidence, except where, in the counselor’s judgment, there is a biblical and/or legal requirement to involve others (e.g. criminal activity). Biblical Counseling is a free service of GCC and can be for grief, sexual sin, addictions, marital problems, depression, etc. Our Biblical Counselors Email one of our counselors to let him know of your interest in receiving biblical counseling*. Please indicate a time preference; They will contact you to schedule. Anthony Ochoa Biblical Counseling EMAIL ANTHONY BCC-PDI Daniel Maasen Biblical Counseling EMAIL DANIEL BCC-PDI You are required to submit two additional forms to obtain counseling from Anthony or Daniel. Use the appropriate links access the forms. You will need to 1) complete and submit the associated PDI, then 2) include the completed Consent Form as an attachment when you email your counselor to schedule your appointment. CONSENT FORM *Counselor is not licensed or certified as a psychotherapist, psychologist, psychiatrist, mental health professional, marriage and family therapist, or social worker, and is not acting in such capacities. Professional Counseling Professional Counseling Mark Stevens, LPC Grace Community Chapel offers confidential professional counseling to its regular attendees. Mark Stevens (LPC) is available by appointment and is proficient in the areas of marriage, depressed moods, anxiety, anger, parenting, stress, and addictions. Referrals can also be made through this ministry for emotional issues beyond the scope of Mark's expertise. If you have questions or would like to schedule a counseling session, use the form below. Subsidized fee arrangements are offered to regular attendees of GCC. If you would like to make an online payment for counseling services, use this button. MAKE A PAYMENT Request an Appointment or ask a question. Name Email Phone Message Submit