Care Groups

At Grace Community Church, care groups are “where church life really happens”. We are committed to growing strong relationships as we pursue the joy of maturing in godliness, pursuing Biblical fellowship, and using the spiritual gifts God has given us. We want everyone to be in ever-deepening relationships, learning to “do Life” God’s way and enjoy the process together in community! We’re learning to care for each other and challenge one another to grow in the Christian life. If God has placed you in Grace Community Church, we warmly and enthusiastically invite you to be a part of a care group. The adventure starts...Come join the fun!

Care groups are a big part of the good things happening in people's lives here at Grace Community Church. Why? Because we believe that the best place for you to grow spiritually and receive care from the church body is within the context of a care group. Our pastors take seriously the call to equip the saints for the work of ministry (Ephesians 4:12). Our care group leaders undergo a time of apprenticeship and receive ongoing care and training from the pastors. These leaders in turn facilitate biblical fellowship, encourage sanctification, promote mutual care and invite the joy of the gifts of the Holy Spirit amongst the members of their home group. This is the model followed by the early church (Acts 2:42- 47) and our hope is that it will result in the same fruit here at Grace Community Church.

Getting Plugged In!

At Grace Community, we do our best to make guests feel welcome and cared for, but if you really want to get plugged in and start forming relationships with others in our church family, then you'll want to check out our care groups. Within these groups of 12-22 people, you will find others who share similar interest and life circumstances. You will be given opportunities to use your gifts and talents and will be able to share how God is working in your life. When trials and struggles arise (and they always do!), your care group will be there to support and care for you. You're probably beginning to see why care groups are so important to this church body. We want every person at Grace Community to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ, and Scripture clearly shows that believers can help spur one another on to a greater love for the Lord. Even better, Jesus said others would know that we are His disciples because we love one another (John 13:35).

Becoming Part of a Care Group

Please feel free to visit our Information Center in the colonnade and pick up a pamphlet list of all the groups currently offered at Grace Community. Pray and ask God to lead you to the group in which He wants you to take part.

Interested In Learning More About Care Groups?

If you are part of the Grace Community family and would like to find out more about Care Groups here at Grace or would be interested in joining one, please contact Steve Bickel at the church office at 410.817.9200 or at steve@gracecommunity.org. Steve will in turn direct you to visit a care group or several, if you like, and to trust God for a confirmation. God is more committed to your spiritual growth than anyone. He will direct your steps!