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Our passion is to pursue the message and promises of Christ with humility, authenticity, intellectual honesty and relevance. We believe faith is much like life – a process and a cycle of different seasons. You may be here for healing or to explore the claims of Christianity or to move into deeper relationships or to better serve those around you. Our desire is that you will experience the hope and encouragement of Christ without pressure or hype.

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Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy SpiritMatthew 28:19
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We believe we are created for community and serving one another through missional living.
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We believe that what we do within each ministry should flow purposefully out of what we value and love.
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The Fruit of the Spirit is Kindness
Sep 24
We all need more kindness in this world.” What has apparently drained it from us? Why, with something we so desperately need, and welcome when it comes, have we lost the capacity for it? But let’s back up just a bit: what is kindness really? It...
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In every way I’ve shown you that by laboring like this, it is necessary to help the weak and to keep in mind the words of the Lord Jesus, for He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’

-Acts 20:35
- Raise the Roof
- Text to Give

Home
I'm New
We welcome you to join us as we journey together into God's grace.

A Place to Grow

Our passion is to pursue the message and promises of Christ with humility, authenticity, intellectual honesty and relevance. We believe faith is much like life – a process and a cycle of different seasons. You may be here for healing or to explore the claims of Christianity or to move into deeper relationships or to better serve those around you. Our desire is that you will experience the hope and encouragement of Christ without pressure or hype.

Start Here
About Us
Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy SpiritMatthew 28:19
Connect
We believe we are created for community and serving one another through missional living.
Ministries
We believe that what we do within each ministry should flow purposefully out of what we value and love.
Media
The Fruit of the Spirit is Kindness
Sep 24
We all need more kindness in this world.” What has apparently drained it from us? Why, with something we so desperately need, and welcome when it comes, have we lost the capacity for it? But let’s back up just a bit: what is kindness really? It...
Give
In every way I’ve shown you that by laboring like this, it is necessary to help the weak and to keep in mind the words of the Lord Jesus, for He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’

-Acts 20:35
- Raise the Roof
- Text to Give

Community and Body Life

Stepp Orchard Event - Allison Rickman -

Description: Join us for a fun evening at Stepp’s Hillcrest Orchard. The orchard will close at 6PM but remain open for GMR folks only til 8PM. GMR will provide wagon rides and apple donuts. You are welcome to pick apples, purchase items from their store and shoot apple cannons as well. Bring a picnic dinner to enjoy the beautiful setting and have apple donuts for dessert! We are looking forward to a fun evening for all!
When: Sunday, October 1 from 4:00PM - 7:00PM
Where: 170 Stepp Orchard Drive Hendersonville, NC 28792
Questions: Email Allison Rickman.
Register: via Google here https://forms.gle/qLCaza62PuvEry6z5

Sunday Lunch Gatherings - Gregg Stashenko - & Cindy Stashenko -

Description: Are you hungry after worship on Sundays? Do you have trouble figuring out or agreeing on where to go or what to have? If so, let us make it easy on you, join Gregg & Cindy Stashenko at a local restaurant for some food & fellowship.
When & Where:

Register: No registration needed. Just head over to the restaurant after the service.

Sunday Meet & Greets - Allison Rickman -

Description: If you are new to Grace or have been coming for a while - we would love to meet you! Every other month a few of our leaders will be waiting to welcome you, answer your questions and help you get connected at Grace. We will meet immediate following the service across from the Information Desk.
When: The second Sunday of each month immediately following the service. *Keep an eye out in the weekly email update for any date changes. It may have to be moved from time to time based on other events and holidays.
Where: Across from the Information Desk
Questions: Email Allison Rickman.
Register: No registration needed. Just drop by after the service.

Becoming Family - Membership Class - Allison Rickman -

Description: Join us to learn more about Grace ministries, our distinctives, values, philosophy and vision. This is a great way to get to know us whether you want to find out more about GMR or are ready to become a member. *Required for membership.
When: Sunday mornings, September 24, October 1 & 8 from 9:00AM to 10:00AM
Where: GMR Education Building - Room 306
Register: https://gracemillsriver.churchcenter.com/groups/membership/becoming-family-fall-2023

SAVE THE DATE - Christmas Movie Matinee - Craig Lotz -

Description: Let’s get into the Christmas spirit! Join us for a Christmas movie matinee to kick off the holiday season. Wear your favorite Christmas PJs, bring a blanket and pillow and enjoy the show! We’ll watch How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000 version with Jim Carrey).
When: Sunday, December 10 at 5PM
Where: GMR Auditorium
Questions: Email Craig Lotz.
Registration: Watch the weekly email update for more details and registration.

Shepherding Ministry - Rick Hebert -

Description: The Grace elders are committed to shepherding the members as encouraged in scripture. The purpose of the Shepherding Ministry is to help every member feel cared for, and encouraged to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
Basic Structure: Each member is assigned to a Parish based on their home address. A Parish Shepherd, GMR elder, is assigned to each parish. The purpose is to help provide a personal connection with each member and leadership.
Questions: Email Rick Hebert.

Meal Train - Sheryl Mathis - or Julie Ledford -

Description: Our Diaconate has had several needs for meal preparation for our church families during times of illness, surgery, etc. We are in the process of building a group of folks that would like to help provide meals when needs arise. If you would like to help with meal preparation, please contact either Sheryl or Julie.
Questions: Contact Sheryl Mathis - (828-243-5749) or Julie Ledford - (828-891-5332).