Saturday, July 25th

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

YOUTH TO KENTUCKY SPLASH
Youth in grades 6th-12th get ready for an awesome Summer Adventure!  Alive Student Ministry will be taking a day trip to Kentucky Splash Waterpark on Saturday, July 25th from 8AM -8 PM.  Get ready for a full day of fun, water rides, and dinner before heading home.  Cost is $25 per person.  Sign up in advance to reserve your spot.  Space is limited! For more information contact Youth Pastor, Jessica Evans.

Sunday, July 26th

9:00 AM and 10:30 AM
CR SHOE DRIVE
Celebrate Recovery of Crossville will be hosting a shoe drive on Sunday, July 26th, collecting new and gently worn shoes. A shoe collection box will be located in the gym. For more information, contact Tammy Zitzka.

Sunday, July 26th

BABY DEDICATIONS
10:30 AM
We will be having a Baby Dedication Ceremony on Sunday, July 26th  during the 10:30 AM service.  Christian parents who dedicate a child during this ceremony are making a promise to the Lord before the church congregation to do everything in their power to raise the child in a Godly way, prayerfully, until he or she can make a decision on his or her own to follow God.  

***If you would like to dedicate your baby during this service, please email Teresa Breeding by July 13th. 

Sunday, August 2nd
WOMEN OF JOY PAYMENTS ARE DUE
Reminder to all Grace Sisters attending the Women of Joy Conference in October- Final payments are due by Sunday, August 2nd. Please pay directly to Teresa Breeding in cash or by check made out to “Grace Sisters” or online here.  If you no longer wish to attend, please let Teresa know. If you cancel after the final payment, you will only receive your money back (minus the non-refundable $25) if your spot is filled.  If you need to know your balance or would like to inquire about available spots, contact Women's Ministry Director,  Teresa Breeding.

Sunday, August 2nd

9:00 AM & 10:30 AM

BACK TO SCHOOL SUNDAY
Sunday, August 2nd is Back to School Sunday!  During both services, we will have a special time of prayer and blessing over our students, teachers, and all those serving in our local school system. Parents of school-aged children: Please check your children in before the service and bring them with you to the sanctuary. Following the special time of prayer and blessing, children will be dismissed to their classrooms. We're also excited to celebrate our children entering Kindergarten as they take the next big step and move upstairs to join Planet Kidz!  For more information contact Children’s Director, Sarah Pharris.

Sunday, August 2nd

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

We're excited to announce our upcoming Name Tag Sunday on August 2nd! 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, August 2nd

12:00- 1:30 PM

STARTING POINT

Are you new to GCC?  You’re invited to join us on Sunday, August 2nd  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 Stephanie Griffis.

Friday, August 7th
6:30-8:30 PM

GCC GAME NIGHT

Nothing brings people together like a little friendly competition! Join us on Friday, August 7th from 6:30–8:30 PM for GCC Game Night. Everyone is invited—bring your favorite board game or jump into one when you arrive. Childcare will not be provided but children are welcome to attend with a parent and join in the games or hang out with each other.   Come ready to laugh, connect, and make some new friends! For more information, contact Aaron and Chasity Boshers.

Saturday, August 8th

11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

GCC END OF SUMMER BASH

Join together with your Grace Community Church family for our End of Summer Bash on Saturday, August 8, from 11:00 AM–2:00 PM at South Cumberland Elementary School, 3536 Lantana Road, Crossville. Enjoy a day of food, fellowship, and fun! Activities will include a pickleball tournament, volleyball, kickball, and the playground for children. The Men of Iron group will be providing hot dogs. Please bring a picnic-style side dish or dessert to share. Feel free to invite your family and friends to join us for this special day together.  For more information contact Sarah Pharris.

Sunday, August 9th
9:00 AM and 10:30 AM
BAPTISM SUNDAY
If you would like to take your next step of faith in baptism,  please contact Stephanie Griffis.

August 17th-22nd

FRITO BANDITO

Alive Student Ministry will be selling their famous Frito Banditos at the Cumberland County Fair from August 17th - 22nd .   All students planning to attend the Strength to Stand Conference in January must work at least one shift in the Frito Bandito booth. Lots of youth and adult volunteers are needed! Signup sheets are in the gym.  Also, be sure to support our youth by eating a delicious Frito Bandito at the fair!   For more information, contact Youth Pastor, Jessica Evans.

Wednesday, August 19th
NO YOUTH MEETING

Alive Student Ministry will not be meeting on Wednesday, August 19^th as the youth leaders will be at the fair making delicious Frito Banditos.

Saturday, August 22nd
SOLDIER'S BEACH TRAIL
9:00 AM

Everyone is invited to join the GCC Hikers on Saturday, August 22, to hike the Soldier's Beach Trail at Meadow Park Lake. We'll meet at the church at 9:00 AM to carpool. Children are welcome when accompanied by an adult, and pets are welcome on a leash. If you would like to receive notifications of weather-related changes or cancellations due to low participation, please RSVP to Group Leader Tracina Cross at (219) 510-3947 at least 24 hours in advance. Those who have not RSVP'd may not receive updates if plans change.  For more information, contact Tracina Cross at (219) 510-3947.

Sunday, August 30th
5:30-7:30 PM
CO-ED BASKETBALL
Do you love to play basketball? Join us in the gym on Sunday, August 30^th from 5:30-7:30 PM for a friendly game of pickup basketball! Open to men, women and youth ages 12 and up. For more information, contact Cory Burbank.

Month of September

HIKING MARATHON

 The GCC Hikers invite you to join us for the annual Cumberland County Hiking Marathon! Together, we will complete a portion of the challenge.  Specific dates, times and  trails TBA.

For more information contact group leader, Tracina Cross.

Friday, October 9th to
Sunday, October 11th

GRACE SISTERS TO WOMEN OF JOY

The Grace Sisters women's ministry will be enjoying a faithfilled weekend in the Smoky Mountains as they attend the Women of Joy Conference Friday, October 9th- 11th.  An informational meeting will be held on Sunday, October 4th at 10:00 AM or 11:45 AM in the large meeting room at the back of the gym.  All Grace Sisters attending Women of Joy are encouraged to attend this meeting.  For ticket availability or more information, contact Women's Ministry Director, Teresa Breeding.