Grace Discipleship focuses on personal spiritual renewal, biblical and theological foundations and practical instruction to experience what it means to live a life of renewal and spiritual vitality. Our desire is for everyone to grow deeper in their gospel understanding.
Join Andrew Kerhoulas, Associate Pastor, over on our new GMR Discipleship group on Facebook. We simply want to provide a space for online interaction about following Jesus together as a church.
Not on Facebook? No problem! Contact Us and let us know how we can best connect with you.
The Person of Jesus
We call Jesus our Friend, Savior and Lord...yet there is a nagging feeling that we still don't really know Him. If you can relate, come join us starting Sunday Oct. 6 as we offer an in-depth study called "The Person of Jesus," and rediscover Him together.
This class is ongoing, but attendees are welcome to join in anytime.
- When: Oct 20, Oct 27, Nov 3
- Where: GMR Room 107
Questions? Contact Chip Jones:
Pop Culture & The Gospel
Join us throughout the year as we look more closely at a piece of media from current pop culture (Movies, TV, Music) and discuss connections to the gospel. On Sunday, October 6th at 9am in Rm 125, we will discuss the Emmy award winning TV series Ted Lasso (streaming on Apple). No familiarity or homework needed (we will watch and discuss several clips without giving away too much) BUT please register online if you plan on coming. Group is limited to the first 12 sign ups.
- When: Oct 27, 9am
- Where: GMR Room 125
A Praying Church
For the better part of a year we focused on practicing the presence of God in prayer. God has given us all we need in the gospel to enjoy a prayerful life, and yet we need regular encouragement about the privilege and power of prayer. Because we will not drift into becoming more prayerful people we have partnered with our friends at the See Jesus ministry for a weekend seminar. They write “Together, we’ll survey praying communities through the ages and into today and discover what—or who—makes them work. We’ll use tools like the prayer menu and the prayer pyramid to explore the how to's of praying together, building our practical skills as we build our understanding. The goal of A Praying Church seminar is nothing less than to awaken the sleeping giant, the church, in our midst!” We are so eager to see what God will do in our midst through this seminar. Join us!
- When: Nov 8, 6pm-8pm & Nov 9, 9am-12pm
- Where: GMR Gallery
- Cost: $20 per attendee
Discipleship Opportunities
Connect Groups
- Description: Connecting with God and others through dinner, discussion, and prayer. Connecting regularly with other believers is integral to the way of Jesus. But these experiences are rare unless we are intentional. We desire to provide more weekly and bi-weekly opportunities to connect with God and others in our church family over a meal and intentional times of spiritual discussion and prayer.
- When: Our connect groups meet at various times. Either weekly or bi-weekly depending on the group.
- Where: Specific address will be shared in response to RSVPs.
Grace Mills River - Hosted by Britt & Arlana Peterson, Alan & Leigh Verm / Sundays - 9:00AM - 10:00AM
Arden - Hosted by Ben & Angie Blackmar (This group is now full)
Hendersonville - Hosted by Adam and Shea Knechtel (This group is now full.)
Sunday
Encountering God’s Word Together
Ken Downer -
- Description: Come join us as we dive into the scripture passage the sermon will be based on that day. No preparation is necessary. Sit and listen or join the discussion. This is a great way to grow closer to each other as we enjoy the scriptures together. We end our time together just before the prayer gathering which makes for a great Sunday morning!
- When: Sunday mornings from 9AM - 9:40AM
- Where: Education Building - Room 305
Wednesday
Renewal Nights
Andrew Kerhoulas -
- Description: Spiritual renewal and prayer have always gone hand in hand. We seek to host a monthly space to seek God through prayer, simple singing, and scripture reading. It is our desire that these gatherings would serve to usher in the power and presence for personal, corporate, and cultural renewal. We invite you to join us and to make this pursuit a part of your monthly discipleship rhythms.
- When: 2nd Wednesday of each month from 7:00PM - 8:15PM.
- Where: GMR Auditorium
- Register: No RSVP needed. Just show up.
Women Only Studies
Ladies Bible Read
Elenore Beach -
- Description: Join a group of gospel-loving women who love to read through Scripture together. We meet together the first and third Monday mornings of the month to discuss the questions and insights we are gleaning from our readings. Currently, we read through portions of the old and new testaments and engage in laid back but profound discussion.
- When: 1st & 3rd Mondays from 10:30AM - 12PM
- Where: Online via Zoom
- Who: New ladies are always welcome.
- Register: Email Elenore Beach.
Men Only Studies
Saturday Morning Breakfast Gathering
Dave Bokmiller -
- Description: The Men's Breakfast Group meets for a time of fellowship, Bible-based study, discussion & prayer.
- When: 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month, 8AM - 9:30AM *watch the website for any schedule changes
- Where: GMR Cafe
- Questions: Email Dave Bokmiller.
Wednesday Night Bible Study
Jim Pearce -
- Description: A book study and a time for fellowship and mutual encouragement.
- When: Wednesday evenings at 6:00PM
- Where: GMR - Education Building - Room 304
- Questions: Email Jim Pearce.
Prayer
Sunday Morning Prayer Gathering
Dave Bokmiller -
- Description: Everyone is invited to join the prayer team to pray for our world, nation, community, church and one another. Each week prayer requests from the church family are shared and prayed for. You may come to be prayed over as well.
- When: Sunday mornings from 9:45AM - 10:15AM
- Where: GMR - Education Building - Room 304
- Questions: Email Dave Bokmiller to receive the prayer list.