The month of September

HIKING MARATHON

The GCC Hikers invite you to join us for the annual Cumberland County Hiking Marathon! Together, we will complete the 10K portion of the challenge by hiking the following 4 trails:

Saturday, September 6th – Fairfield Glade Paved Trail
Saturday, September 13th – CMSP Storybook Paved Trail
Saturday, September 20th – Obed River Park Paved Trail
Saturday, September 27th – Centennial Park Paved Trail

Meet at the church at 10:00 AM to carpool.
Rain = Yes. Lightning = No. Make-up hikes will be on Sundays.

For rules and registration, visit www.hikingmarathon.com to sign up as an individual or as a family. Every registered participant who completes at least one trail will receive a free T-shirt.

Not registering? No problem—we’d still love for you to hike with us!
Please bring water and wear sturdy shoes. Children are welcome with an adult, and pets are welcome on a leash.  For more information, contact Group Leader, Tracina Cross.

Tuesdays beginning September 9th

CHRISTMAS PLAY PRACTICE

5:00-6:30 PM

Christmas Play Practices will be held on Tuesdays, beginning September 9th from 5:00-6:30 PM.  All children and youth are invited to participate.   Mark your calendars:  the play will be presented on Sunday, December 14th at 5:00 PM.  For more information contact Joey or Geneva Thompson.

Sunday, September 14th

BAPTISM SUNDAY

9:00 AM & 10:30 AM

If you would like to be baptized, please let Teresa Breeding know.  Not sure?  Read more about baptism here.

Sunday, September 21st

9:00 AM and 10:30 AM
NAME TAG SUNDAY

We're excited to announce our upcoming Name Tag Sunday on September 21st! As our church family continues to grow, it's becoming wonderfully challenging to keep up with all the new faces.  To help us all connect and get to know each other better, we'll have a table set up in the lobby where you can write your own name tag before the service.  This is a simple way for us to build stronger connections as a church family.  Please join us — we'd love to learn your name!

Sunday, September 21st

12:00-1:30 PM

STARTING POINT

Are you new to GCC?  You’re invited to join us on Sunday, September 21st from 12:00-1:30 PM for Starting Point- your first step to getting connected at Grace Community Church!  In this casual, one-time class, you’ll discover who we are, what we believe, and how you belong.  Whether you're new to church or just new to us, Starting Point is the perfect place to ask questions, meet others, and find your place in our community.  Lunch will be provided.  For more information, contact Pastor Jeff.

Satuarday, September 27, 2025

10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

CELEBRATE RECOVERY- UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY DAY

GCC invites you to come out and show your support for Celebrate Recovery at their first annual Unity in the Community Day on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Redemption Church, 75 Commercial Drive, Crossville. Enjoy a day filled with inspiring speakers and testimonies, live music, a cornhole tournament, food, fellowship, and so much more!

RSVP at 931-742-1708 or 209-602-0556 so we can save you a plate.
For more information, contact Jim Galford at jgalford33@yahoo.com.

Sunday, October 5th

6:00 - 7:00 PM
NEW WOMEN'S SMALL GROUP 
Ladies of all ages are invited to join a new small group focused on Bible study and life application.  Group members will spend each meeting digging into the Bible together, beginning with a broad overview and tips on how to study the Bible in general .  Whether you've read the Bible cover to cover, or are unsure how to even begin- this group is for you!  Having a diverse group, full of both new and experienced Bible readers, will create opportunity for mentorship, thoughtful questions, and fellowship.  This group will meet at Grace on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month beginning October 4th from 6:00-7:00 PM.  For more information, contact Group Leader, Liz Willis. 

October 10th-12th

GRACE SISTERS TO WOMEN OF JOY

The Grace Sisters Women’s Ministry will enjoy an incredible weekend of faith and fellowship as they attend the Women of Joy Conference  in Pigeon Forge from October 10^th-12^th.  An informational meeting for all women attending the conference will be held on Sunday, October 5^th at 10:00 AM in the large meeting room at the back of the gym.  (behind children’s check-in)  For more information and ticket availability, contact Women’s Ministry Director, Teresa Breeding.

Sunday, October 26th

5:00-6:30 PM

WORSHIP NIGHT

Join us on this  special night as we worship our Lord and Savior through music, prayer and communion.   Everyone is invited to stick around afterwards for refreshments in the gym provided by the Ladies’ Bunco Group.  For more information on Worship Night, contact Worship Director, Bonnie Smith.   For more information or to help with refreshments, contact Melody Brown.

Saturday, November 8th

Noon- 2:00 PM

GRACEGIVING
Everyone is invited to join us for Gracegiving! The Men of Iron and Grace Sisters are joining together to host Thanksgiving Dinner for our church family in the meeting room at The Crossville Shooting Sports Park, 772 Albert Frye Road, Crossville on Saturday, November 8^th at Noon.  Bring a side dish or dessert to share.  For more information, contact Kirk Smith or Teresa Breeding.

Sunday, November 9th

9:00 AM and 10:30 AM

VETERAN'S APPRECIATION SUNDAY

Please join us at 9:00 AM or 10:30 AM as we honor our veterans.  Planet Kidz will lead the Pledge of Allegiance during each service.

Sundays, November 9th and 16th
9:00 AM and 10:30 AM

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Every year, children around the world hear the gospel of Jesus Christ as they receive Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.  You can be a part of this life changing event by simply filling a shoebox with gifts for a child.  Use a standard shoebox from home or pick up a shoebox at the table in the gym on Sundays November 9^th or 16^th.  For more info on how to fill a shoebox click here.  Return filled boxes to the church by Sunday, November 23rd.   We will place them on the steps in the sanctuary and pray over them before sending them off to be delivered to the children.  For more information, see Jackie Martin.

Friday, November 14th 6:00 PM
to Saturday, November 15th 9:00 AM
GRACE SISTERS SLUMBER PARTY

The Grace Sisters Women’s Group will be having a Slumber Party at the Place of Grace Retreat in Clarkrange beginning Friday, November 22^nd at 6:00 PM and ending Saturday, November 23^rd  at 9:00 AM.  All women ages 18-100 are invited to join in the fun and fellowship.  For more information, email Women’s Ministry Director, Teresa Breeding.

Sunday, November 23rd

9:00 AM and 10:30 AM
THANKSGIVING PHOTO BOOTH

Who are you thankful for?  Invite them to church on Sunday, November 23rd   for a great service and a special photo at our Thanksgiving photo booth.  Photos will be posted to the “Grace Community Church” facebook page.  Please feel free to take photos with your own camera or phone as well, or we would be glad to take them for you. 

Tuesday, December 2nd
6:00-7:30 PM

GRACE SISTERS CHRISTMAS PARTY

The annual Grace Sisters Christmas Party will be held in the gym on Tuesday, December 2nd from 6:00-7:30 PM.  Women ages 18 to 100 are invited to join in an evening of fun and games! Please bring a finger food or dessert to share.  For more information, contact Women’s Ministry Director, Teresa Breeding.

Sunday, December 7th

9:00 AM & 10:30 AM

BABY SHOWER FOR JESUS

Our annual Baby Shower for Jesus table will be set up in the gym on  Sunday,  December 7th.  This season, as we celebrate the coming of the baby Jesus, let us take Matthew 25:40 to heart and shower some of God's children with blessings. A gift table will be set up in the gym.  All gifts will be donated to Plateau Pregnancy Services. Please do not wrap gifts. 
Needed items include:
            - Diapers (especially sizes 3-6)
            - Wipes
            - Baby toiletry items
            - Baby clothes (all sizes)
            - Maternity clothes
For more information contact Teresa Breeding. 

Sunday, December 14th

5:00 PM

CHRISTMAS PLAY