Ken and Doris Bickel Return to Nicaragua
September 1, 2021
Ken and Doris Bickel are members at Grace’s Downtown campus, and they have been going on mission trips to Nicaragua since 2012. They’re excited to be leaving for yet another trip this weekend. We had a chance to chat with them about their experiences, why they continue to return, and what God has taught them.
Kids and Teens Experience Healing Through Ascend
August 23, 2021
Over the summer, Grace was able to host two Ascend summer camps—one at our Powdersville campus and one at Pelham. Ascend is a week-long program for children and teens who have experienced the divorce of their parents or the loss of a loved one. We are thankful that over 40 children and teens participated this summer.
Students Serve Through Mission Upstate
August 18, 2021
Many of our students were busy serving others this summer. One way our Forge students ministered to our community was through Mission Upstate—a local mission trip where Grace students and leaders partnered with Griggs Memorial Baptist Church and other local partners to serve the Poe Mill and Sans Souci neighborhoods.
Life Change | Pouring Out God’s Love Through Adoption
August 10, 2021
A few weeks ago, Neil and Jessica Barley shared their story of how God showed his faithfulness through their adoption of a teenager. Not only have they been able to bless their adoptive daughter by pouring out God’s love to her, they have also seen God work in their family and grow their own faith throughout the process. Click the video below to hear their story.
Natural Burial Ministry Launches
August 9, 2021
This month, Matt Williams shared a new discipleship opportunity with our church body. We believe that death and dying are discipleship issues that the church needs to be involved in, and this has prompted us to pursue the option of natural burial—a way to shepherd our hearts and minds as we surround our loved ones in death
Campuses Collect Over 1,000 Backpacks for Children in Need
August 4, 2021
Thank you, Grace Church, for providing over 1,000 backpacks full of school supplies through our Back-to-School Drive! They are being delivered to children in need across the Upstate through Greenville, Anderson, and Pickens DSS staff; Grace Housing Ministry; Neighborhood Focus, and local school partners. We are beyond thankful for your generosity in this way, and we hope you’ll continue to pray for each and every child and teen who receives a backpack this year.
Mosaic Launches New Ministry, "Mosaic Inspire"
July 21, 2021
Mosaic is our ministry for children, students, and adults with disabilities, and we are so thankful for our staff and volunteers who serve these individuals and their families. Over the past year, it has become more and more apparent that there is a significant need for discipleship and support for adults with disabilities. Once they complete high school, many young adults with disabilities are left with few opportunities for connection and little community.
Taylors Campus Hosts YoungLives Retreat for Teen Moms
July 19, 2021
One of our Missions Grants recipients is YoungLives—an organization that provides mentorship, community, support, and education for teen moms, with the core mission of sharing the gospel. One way we were able to support YoungLives this past month was by hosting a retreat for teen moms at our Taylors campus. Eight teens and their children from around the state of South Carolina were able to attend.
Ministry Highlights
July 16, 2021
Our We Choose ministry plan is all about being intentional with the resources God has given us. We want to be salt and light in the world, and that means connecting with our community and people around the world in a way that is meaningful and shows the love of Christ.