Sunday, December 7th

9:00 AM & 10:30 AM

UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATER SUNDAY

Join in the fun by wearing your tackiest Christmas attire to church.  Tacky sweaters, t-shirts, vests, jewelry... anything goes! 

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 Tammy Zitzka.

Sunday,  December 7th

PLANET KIDZ WINTER PARTY

2:00-4:00 PM

The Planet Kidz Winter Party will be held on Sunday, December 7th, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM for children in Pre-K through 5th grade. Kids are invited to come celebrate, have fun, and enjoy some holiday cheer! Everyone is encouraged to bring their favorite snack to share. For more information, contact Children’s Director, Sarah Pharris.

Saturday,  December 13th

10:00 AM
CMSP HIKE

Everyone is invited to join the GCC Hikers on Saturday, December 13th for a hike at Cumberland Mountain State Park.  Meet in front of the state park restaurant at 10:00 AM to hike a 2 mile trail.  Children are welcome with an adult. Pets are welcome on a leash.  For more information, contact Group Leader, Tracina Cross.

Sunday,  December 14th

9:00 AM & 10:30 AM

CHRISTMAS PHOTO BOOTH

Be sure to stop by our Christmas Photo Booth in the gym for a special holiday photo with your friends and family.  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.  

Sunday, December 14th

5:00 PM

CHRISTMAS PLAY
Invite your friends and family to join you to watch our children and youth perform the Christmas play, “Indiana Jones and the Search for the Messiah” on Sunday, December 14th at 5:00 PM in the sanctuary.  Enjoy a time of fellowship and refreshments with the cast in the gym after the play.  For more information, contact Directors, Joey and Geneva Thompson.

Monday, December 15th

9 AM to Noon OR 5:00-8:00 PM

GRACE SISTERS WRAPPING PARTY

The Grace Sisters Women’s Group will be wrapping gifts for the House of Hope Angel Tree Program on Monday, December 15th at the Community Complex (inside the Fairgrounds).  Ladies can choose to serve with one of two groups:  The morning group, led by Jackie Majka and Beth Bridges will wrap from 9:00 AM to Noon.  The evening group led by Toni Abbott and Chris Hoover will wrap from 5:00 PM- 8:00 PM.  For more information, contact a leader from the group you wish to attend.

Wednesday, December 17th

5:30-8:00 PM

ALIVE STUDENT MINISTRY CHRISTMAS PARTY
Hey 6^th-12^th Graders!  Get ready for an evening of holiday fun at The Alive Student Ministry Christmas Party on Wednesday, December 17^th from 5:30-8:00 PM at the church.  Here’s what’s in store:  Games to bring out your competitive spirit, a Gingerbread House Competition to show of your decorating skills and festive snacks and treats to enjoy with all your friends.  Bring your friends, your creativity and your holiday cheer!  For more information contact Youth Pastor, Jessica Evans.

Sunday, December 21st

9:00 AM  or 10:30 AM

FAMILY CHRISTMAS SERVICE

Join us for a special Family Christmas Service on Sunday, December 21^st at 9:00 AM or 10:30 AM.  Childcare will be provided up to age 4.  Older children and youth are invited to join their families in the sanctuary for a special 1 hour service. Together, we will unite in praise and worship as we celebrate the birth of our King and Savior, Jesus Christ, and hear a brief message from each of our pastors.

Wednesday, December 24th
NO YOUTH
Merry Christmas! 

Wednesday, December 31st

NO YOUTH
Happy New Year!

Sunday, December 28th

9:00 AM and 10:30 AM
INSTALLATION OF LEAD PASTOR
Join us for a special service as Pastor Jeff Evans is officially installed as Lead Pastor of Grace Community Church. Founding Pastor Dennis Daniels and Non-Resident Elder Ron Hamm will lead the installation on Sunday, December 28th. We invite you and your family to celebrate this important moment in the life of our church as we look with faith and gratitude toward the future God has for Grace.

Our church staff will be spending time with their families during the weeks of December 22^nd  and December 29^th .  The church office hours will be irregular during this time. However, the messages will be checked daily.  If you need something, leave a message at (931) 456-9953 and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

Thank you for your generous giving in 2025!  If you would like to make a year- end donation to Grace Community Church before January 1^st, you can do so online here  or contact Finance Manager, Shire Smith.

Sunday, January 4th

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, January 4th
9:00 AM
1ST SERVICE TODDLER CLASSES BEGIN
Beginning Sunday, January 4th, we are adding toddler classes to our 9:00 AM service! Classes will now be offered during both the 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM services for children ages 2 years through Pre-K. If you’re interested in volunteering as a classroom helper, please reach out to Children’s Ministry Director, Sarah Pharris.

Sunday, January 4th

11:45 AM- 1:00 PM

STARTING POINT

Are you new to GCC?  You’re invited to join us on Sunday, January 11th from 11:45 AM- 1:00 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.

Wednesday, January 7th 

NEW COUPLES SMALL GROUP

6:00-8:00 PM
Alex and Stephanie Duncan live just 1/2 mile from Grace and would like to invite other couples into their home to share a potluck dinner and  Bible Study.  This group will meet  on the first and third Wednesday of each month.  Their first study will be "Beautiful Word: John -Believe I Am" by: Megan Fate Marshman.  In conjunction with the Bible study, the group will periodically engage in volunteer activities within Crossville, demonstrating the love of Jesus through service (about 3-4 times a year).  Children are welcome to accompany their parents and play with Alex and Stephanie's 21 month old little boy, Nolan during the Bible study.  For more details pick up an information sheet on the Small Group table in the gym or contact Alex and Stephanie Duncan. 

Sunday, January 25th

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, February 1st
12:00-2:00 PM

VOLUNTEER LUNCHEON

If you currently serve on a Sunday morning volunteer team, lead a small group, or are interested in getting involved, we’d love to invite you to a Special Volunteer Luncheon on Sunday, February 1st, from 12:00–2:00 PM in the gym. This is our chance to celebrate and thank you for all the amazing work you do to make Grace great! Enjoy a delicious meal, great fellowship, a brief word from Pastor Jeff, and some fun door prizes. We can’t wait to see you there!

Sunday, February 8th

5:00 PM

SUPER BOWL PARTY/CHILI COOK-OFF

Join us for the BIG GAME on the BIG SCREEN in the gym at 5:00 PM on Sunday, February 8^th.  Invite your friends to join us for a Super Bowl Party/Chili Cook-Off.  Kick-off is at 5:30 PM. 

• Everyone please bring a finger food or dessert to share.
• If you would like to enter the Chili Cook-off, bring a pot of chili and a serving spoon.  All entries must be received by 5:15 PM.  The coveted 2026 Chili Champion apron will be awarded to the winner at half-time!
  For more information contact, Jessica Evans.

TBA

Friday, April 3rd

6:00-7:30 PM

NIGHT OF WORSHIP

Join us on Good Friday 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.

Sunday, April 5th

EASTER SUNDAY