Collectives Midweek Adult Discipleship Opportunities Collectives: Midweek Adult Discipleship Opportunities Men of Grace Bible Study: This Bible study is an opportunity for men of all ages to study God's Word together and share how God is working in their lives. They meet on Monday evenings during the school year and take a break during the summer. There is no cost or registration. Snacks and drinks will be provided. 'Tough Questions from the Bible' (led by Rod Toro) Starts January 19 Mondays, 6:00-7:30 pm, Adult Central Women of Grace Bible Study: The Women of Grace ministry offers weekly Bible and topical studies for women who want to advance in their love for Jesus and their relationships with one another. Leaders: Kimberly Klein, Barb Farrell, Jean Carroll, Kristi Grimes "The Way of Wisdom" (a study from Proverbs taught by various Lifeway teachers). Starts January 27 Schedule: Tuesdays : 6:30-8:30 pm, Adult Central Wednesdays : 9:00-11:15 am, Adult Central Thursdays : 6:30-8:30 pm, Grace Commons Childcare will be provided for infant - Kindergarten on Wednesdays (by reservation). Click here for details and registration Precept Bible Study: Precept involves a weekly Bible study that is based on the Precept Bible study method, which encourages participants “to discover God’s Word for yourself, but not by yourself”. These studies are open to men and women of all ages. Registration is required; Please register as soon as possible so we can order workbooks in time to do the first lesson prior to the first class. . Study Description: Psalms 23-41 Discover the meaning of Psalms 23-41 in the context of Scripture and apply what you're learning as you discover the truth for yourself. Please register as soon as possible so we can order workbooks in time to do the first lesson prior to the first class. (Men and women are welcome to join this study.) Dates: January 6 - February 24 Schedule: Tuesdays: 2:00-3:15 pm, Adult Central Room 108 Tuesdays: 7:00-8:15 pm, Adult Central Room 108 Registration has closed for this study.

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Short-Term Missions Short-Term Missions Every year, we sponsor a number of short-term missions in which many members of our congregation engage. In addition to GCC-sponsored trips, our members are involved in a variety of missions efforts, both near and far. The Missions Committee offers a tiered system specifically for youth as they progress through missions opportunities at GCC: Tier 1 - Local Church ministry with a training requirement. Tier 2 - U.S.-based overnight trip, serving outside the St. Louis but not outside the continental U.S. Tier 3 - Foreign Missions - anything outside of the U.S. 2026 Short-Term Opportunities Click an image below for more information. Camp Barnabas Camp Barnabas is a ministry in Southwest Missouri dedicated to providing a unique Christian summer camp experience to individuals with special needs, their siblings, and youth from across the United States. Jun 27, 2026 - Jul 3, 2026 Casas Por Cristo To provide a home for a family in need. To continue building relationships with our Casas por Cristo missionary partner and our host church and help them with spreading the gospel in Acuna. Jun 6, 2026 - Jun 10, 2026 Kentucky Mountain Mission Our church is excited to offer a missions opportunity to serve at Sunshine Camp, a Christ-centered camp dedicated to providing a safe, joyful, and meaningful camp experience for children and adults with disabilities. July 19. 2026 - July 24th, 2026 Thailand This missions trip supports our global workers in Thailand as we come alongside ministry efforts in Chiang Mai and Ayutthaya, offering encouragement, service, and partnership in the work of the gospel. January 2027

Anna and Elliott Cafe 1040 Phone: 678-745-3662 Mission Website cafe1040.com Address (DONATIONS): Cafe' 1040 P.O. Box 110 Alpharetta, GA 30009 Address (PHYSICAL): Cafe' 1040 1431 Capital Avenue Suite 117 Watkinsville, GA 30677 Birthday: Anna: April 6 Mission Focus My ministry focus is to empower and equip students and young adults in pursuing God's guidance in global missions by coaching them through next steps and providing them with resources to pursue international opportunities in unreached areas of the world (through my organization or one of our partner organizations). I am blessed to have a strong community in St. Louis to support me. A challenge in my work will be to build a network in the Midwest, because I am the only mobilizer within my organization in this area, but I am excited for the challenge and opportunity to serve God in this capacity. Testimony I grew up going to Grace Community Chapel and was involved in children's ministry and youth group through high school. Grace helped to build a foundation for my faith. However, it wasn't until college that I fully began to take my faith as my own and explore God's global purpose for us. I pursued international ministry opportunities in Honduras, Peru, Dominican Republic, and South Asia. These experiences showed me the true heart of God for His people. He truly desires relationship and love with all peoples. Seeing an area of the world with little to no access to the story of Jesus broke my heart and stirred a desire to play a role in that. I pursued a job as a mobilizer in order to help others pursue these passions and share my experiences with them. I also hope to pursue living overseas in an unreached area in the future, but am following God's leading. Next Jabe & Elena Barker Philippine Schools

Clusters Clusters Sunday and Midweek Adult Discipleship Opportunities What is a Cluster? This opportunity will feature a new approach to adult discipleship engagement under the broader title of clusters. By basic definition, clusters involve smaller collections of people (approximately 12) that gather in the interests of advancing personal growth and reproductive discipleship influence. Weekly cluster gatherings generally feature homework assignments, and they prioritize interactive engagement during scheduled meetings. The weekly homework assignments will require a completion time of approximately one hour. Feel free to contact Chris Lentz if you have questions. Advancing the Kingdom A Collaborative Journey of Knowing, Growing, and Going The Advancing the Kingdom clusters will include three distinct participation opportunities, with two of these options occurring on Sunday morning during the second or third hour, and the other option occurring on Tuesday evening (women only). Specific times are identified below. All of these clusters will utilize the Rose Guide to Discipleship as the core curriculum. A key structural goal within the Advancing the Kingdom clusters includes mixing individuals who are less seasoned in their faith with those who are further along in their faith journey. In both cases, the idea of learning with the intention to reproduce will include a primary point of emphasis. Those interested in participating in one of the Advancing the Kingdom clusters will incur a $20 expense* (scholarships available as needed) to cover costs associated with full color copies, a binder, and a book that will be utilized to address issues of Christian identity. *Payment can be made electronically at the time of registration or via cash/personal check at the first cluster session. Two copies of the Rose Guide to Discipleship are available at Grace Central and can be reviewed as desired before making a decision about registering for this cluster. SUNDAY (September 7-May 31): Facilitators: James and Missy Jolliff Time: 9:45 – 11:00 AM Location: Room 109 Facilitators: Chris Lentz and Ken Johnson Time: 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM Location: Room 109 MIDWEEK: Facilitators: Kristi Grimes and Jennifer Hill Tuesdays: 6:30 - 7:45 PM Dates: September 16-May 5 Location: Room 102 Women Only! Classes Ongoing Opportuniites Classes Sunday Morning Adult Discipleship Opportunities The following Sunday Adult Class will encompass the full ministry year. Formal registration for this class has closed; feel free to contact Chris Lentz if you have questions. Exploring the Old Testament A Journey of Information and Inspiration September 7, 2025 – May 31, 2026 This class will include three unique parts. In Part One, we gain an understanding of how the 66 books of the Bible came to be. In Part Two, we turn our attention to the Old Testament and begin by constructing a free-hand map of Israel and answer the questions: 1) Where did important events occur? 2) Why did various empires desire to gain control of this area? and 3) Why did God choose this tiny land bridge of geography to bring glory to Himself? In Part Three, we engage in a synopsis of each Old Testament book through exploring key elements such as characters, themes, and important historical details. Through it all, we will discover that God is not full of anger, wrath, and judgment, but rather faithfulness, patience, and love. *A book by the title of Introducing the Old Testament is highly recommended as a supplement to classroom instruction. This book can be purchased on Amazon at a cost of $10.92. Teachers: Dan Cheek, Stephen Smith, and Josh Turner Time: 9:50 – 10:50 AM Location: Adult Central The following Sunday discipleship opportunities are offered continuously and require no registration. You are welcome to join them at any time. 8:30 am Young and Growing Families The Young & Growing Families class offers an adult discussion-based arrangement that is designed to mirror the Gospel Project curriculum being taught on Sunday mornings within GraceKids Sunday School. The common demographic includes young parents (20's-40's). Parents accompanying infants are welcome to attend with their children. Style: Study/Discussion Leader: Tim and Margie Brown Location: Room 110 9:50 am Bereans (all adults) The Bereans class is centered around Bible studies, through guided discussion. The common age demographic for this class is middle age to older adults; however, participation is open to those across all age categories. Style: Group Discussion Leader: Charles Saff Location: Room 106 Growing Families (primarily young families) The Growing Families class is structured around Bible and topical studies that occur through guided discussion. The common age demographic for this class includes younger couples (20’s–40’s) with or without children. Style: Study/Discussion Leaders: Darren and Leslie Moe Location: Room 110 Koinonia (all adults) Koinonia attracts mature believers as well as younger seekers. Sessions are primarily lecture style with heavy emphasis on applying biblical study to the issues of real life, with the ultimate goal of personally knowing the Lord Jesus Christ. The weekly presentation of various topics usually follows an eight-week series format. The group offers fellowship, sharing of testimonies, praise, and prayer requests, as well as outstanding weekly snacks. Style: Lecture/Discussion Leader: George Velius Location: Hope Hall Sojourners (all adults) The Sojourners class is primarily committed to engaging in Bible studies through a lecture and discussion setting and is designed to accommodate adults across all age categories. Style: Lecture/Discussion Leader: John Krug Location: Room 102 11:15 am Beacons of Light (single adults 45 and older) This class is designed to bring together single adults who are age 45+ for the purpose of engaging in fellowship and Bible study. This ministry also offers planned social gatherings monthly. Style: Teaching/Discussion Leader: Pat Turner Location: Hope Hall College-Age Adults (ages 18-25) This class will provide biblical studies, both book-based and topical, that are relevant to this important transition period in an adult's life. Style: Study/Discussion Leader: Randy and Tricia Barton Location: Room 110 Prayer Group Meet for an informal time of conversational prayer for the ministries and staff of Grace Community Chapel. Time: 8:30, 9:50 and 11:15 am Location: Conference Room in the Main Office (CLICK HERE to submit a prayer request.) Prayer Group

Biblical Counseling Who is it For? Biblical counseling* is available for people of all ages and walks of life. Youth counseling will be done with another person in the room (who will be held to confidentiality standards) for accountability purposes, and counseling with women will be handled in a manner consistent with wisdom and best practice. What to Expect Biblical Counseling is counseling that is directly centered and focused on the Bible to deal with the issues of life, leaning on the promise of 2 Peter 1:3 which says, "His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness." Its focus is discipleship and heart change as developed through obedience to and understanding better God’s word. Ultimately, the goal is to help you respond to your life circumstances in a way that will please God. The underlying assumption is that God’s Word truly is sufficient for life and godliness. Biblical counseling is meant to teach you to live a godly life in response to any life circumstances you may be going through, while also often providing genuine relief from various whole-self afflictions. Everything will be held in strict confidence, except where, in the counselor’s judgment, there is a biblical and/or legal requirement to involve others (e.g. criminal activity). Biblical Counseling is a free service of GCC and can be for grief, sexual sin, addictions, marital problems, depression, etc. Our Biblical Counselors Email one of our counselors to let him know of your interest in receiving biblical counseling*. Please indicate a time preference; They will contact you to schedule. Anthony Ochoa Biblical Counseling EMAIL ANTHONY BCC-PDI Daniel Maasen Biblical Counseling EMAIL DANIEL BCC-PDI You are required to submit two additional forms to obtain counseling from Anthony or Daniel. Use the appropriate links access the forms. You will need to 1) complete and submit the associated PDI, then 2) include the completed Consent Form as an attachment when you email your counselor to schedule your appointment. CONSENT FORM *Counselor is not licensed or certified as a psychotherapist, psychologist, psychiatrist, mental health professional, marriage and family therapist, or social worker, and is not acting in such capacities. Professional Counseling Professional Counseling Mark Stevens, LPC Grace Community Chapel offers confidential professional counseling to its regular attendees. Mark Stevens (LPC) is available by appointment and is proficient in the areas of marriage, depressed moods, anxiety, anger, parenting, stress, and addictions. Referrals can also be made through this ministry for emotional issues beyond the scope of Mark's expertise. If you have questions or would like to schedule a counseling session, use the form below. Subsidized fee arrangements are offered to regular attendees of GCC. If you would like to make an online payment for counseling services, use this button. MAKE A PAYMENT Request an Appointment or ask a question. Name Email Phone Message Submit