Grace Discipleship focuses on personal spiritual renewal, biblical and theological foundations and practical instruction to experience what it means to live a life of renewal and spiritual vitality. Our desire is for everyone to grow deeper in their gospel understanding.
Join Andrew Kerhoulas, Associate Pastor, over on our new GMR Discipleship group on Facebook. We simply want to provide a space for online interaction about following Jesus together as a church.
Not on Facebook? No problem! Contact Us and let us know how we can best connect with you.
Grace Marriage
Grace changes everything. And marriages that reflect the grace of Jesus do not happen by accident. They are intentionally cultivated, protected, and cherished. When we invest time, energy, and creativity into our marriage, our relationship moves from routine to life-giving.
Grace Marriage is a 6-week program for married couples, offered in a group setting. In this group, we will learn how to grow in connection, grace, and gratitude in our marriage relationships. There will be opportunities for each couple to talk privately with each other, as well as time to share our thoughts with others. We hope you will consider joining us!
- Grace Marriage is designed as a series of two sets of 6 sessions each.
- All sessions will be held on Thursday evenings from 6:30 – 8:30 in the Grace Main Building
- The first set of sessions (The Foundation) begins Thursday, January 16 (6:30 – 8:30 PM) and continues weekly for a total of 6 weeks, February 20.
- The sessions will be led by Gregg and Cindy Stashenko. We are looking forward to growing in our own marriage relationship as we intentionally invest this time together!
Each couple will need to order their own set of books for the course – The Couples Bundle book order includes 4 books – 2 copies per couple for BOTH the Sept/Oct and Jan/Feb sets of sessions. Cost of the bundle is $129.99 + shipping. Please allow 5-10 business days for Media Mail shipping (6.25) or 3-5 business days for Priority mail ($12.39). A link to purchase the books will be provided upon registration.
Discipleship Opportunities
Connect Groups
- Description: Connecting with God and others through dinner, discussion, and prayer. Connecting regularly with other believers is integral to the way of Jesus. But these experiences are rare unless we are intentional. We desire to provide more weekly and bi-weekly opportunities to connect with God and others in our church family over a meal and intentional times of spiritual discussion and prayer.
- When: Our connect groups meet at various times. Either weekly or bi-weekly depending on the group.
- Where: Specific address will be shared in response to RSVPs.
Grace Mills River - Hosted by Britt & Arlana Peterson, Alan & Leigh Verm / Sundays - 9:00AM - 10:00AM
Arden - Hosted by Ben & Angie Blackmar (This group is now full)
Hendersonville - Hosted by Adam and Shea Knechtel (This group is now full.)
Sunday
Encountering God’s Word Together
Ken Downer -
- Description: Come join us as we dive into the scripture passage the sermon will be based on that day. No preparation is necessary. Sit and listen or join the discussion. This is a great way to grow closer to each other as we enjoy the scriptures together. We end our time together just before the prayer gathering which makes for a great Sunday morning!
- When: Sunday mornings from 9AM - 9:40AM
- Where: Education Building - Room 305
Wednesday
Renewal Nights
Andrew Kerhoulas -
- Description: Spiritual renewal and prayer have always gone hand in hand. We seek to host a monthly space to seek God through prayer, simple singing, and scripture reading. It is our desire that these gatherings would serve to usher in the power and presence for personal, corporate, and cultural renewal. We invite you to join us and to make this pursuit a part of your monthly discipleship rhythms.
- When: 2nd Wednesday of each month from 7:00PM - 8:15PM.
- Where: GMR Auditorium
- Register: No RSVP needed. Just show up.
True Confessions - Westminster Confession of Faith
Patrick Lafferty -
- Description: "True Confessions" - an open, freewheeling, and student-prompted discussion of the summary statements of our church's doctrine and practices: the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Book of Church Order. Reading assignments each week with each discussion centered on the questions students have from each reading. No question of off-limits. If you are new to GMR or to a church in the Reformed tradition - or have been among us for years and want to know the essence of our faith and practice. Come one, come all!
- When: Starting Wednesday, January 22 at 6:15pm. Running through Mar 5.
- Where: Room 305
Women Only Studies
Ladies Bible Read
Elenore Beach -
- Description: Join a group of gospel-loving women who love to read through Scripture together. We meet together the first and third Monday mornings of the month to discuss the questions and insights we are gleaning from our readings. Currently, we read through portions of the old and new testaments and engage in laid back but profound discussion.
- When: 1st & 3rd Mondays from 10:30AM - 12PM
- Where: Online via Zoom
- Who: New ladies are always welcome.
- Register: Email Elenore Beach.
Women's Gentle & Lowly
- Description: Women's Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund book study. This book "focus(es) on Jesus’s words that he is 'gentle and lowly in heart,' Ortlund dives deep into Bible passages that speak of who he most deeply is, encouraging readers with the affections of Christ for his people."
- When: Thursday Evenings at 6:30pm starting Jan. 2.
- Where: Emily Petrilla's house
**This group is now full. Please email Emily at to be put on the waitlist.
Community Women's Bible Study
Melanie Wilkins -
- Description: A 7-week study "Heaven: When Faith Becomes Sight" by Jennifer Rothschild. Everyone is welcome. For questions, contact
- When: Thursday Mornings at 9:30am, starting January 9
- Where: Room 303 (Education Building)
- Register: Email Melanie Wilkins
Thursday Morning Women's Bible Study
Cindy Stashenko -
- Description: Last year we studied Isaiah, and the new beginnings that he predicted. This spring we follow up by looking at how Paul uses Isaiah’s words while explaining the Christian life after the cross. You probably have the most quotes memorized from 2 Corinthians. Come and see how those quotes fit together.
- When: Thursday Mornings at 9:30am, starting January 23
- Where: Room 305 (Education Building)
Men Only Studies
Saturday Morning Breakfast Gathering
Dave Bokmiller -
- Description: The Men's Breakfast Group meets for a time of fellowship, Bible-based study, discussion & prayer.
- When: 1st & 3rd Saturdays of the month, 8AM - 9:30AM *watch the website for any schedule changes
- Where: GMR Cafe
- Questions: Email Dave Bokmiller.
Wednesday Night Bible Study
Jim Pearce -
- Description: A book study and a time for fellowship and mutual encouragement.
- When: Wednesday evenings at 6:00PM
- Where: GMR - Education Building - Room 304
- Questions: Email Jim Pearce.
Prayer
Sunday Morning Prayer Gathering
Dave Bokmiller -
- Description: Everyone is invited to join the prayer team to pray for our world, nation, community, church and one another. Each week prayer requests from the church family are shared and prayed for. You may come to be prayed over as well.
- When: Sunday mornings from 9:45AM - 10:15AM
- Where: GMR - Education Building - Room 304
- Questions: Email Dave Bokmiller to receive the prayer list.