We’re so glad you’re connecting with us! In this issue, you’ll find updates on announcements, upcoming events and ways to get involved in serving others. We hope this newsletter helps you stay connected and inspired as we walk together in faith.
THIS SUNDAY
Join us this Sunday as Joel Owen continues our sermon series, "David, A Faulty Man with a Faithful God."
There will be members of our prayer team available for prayer after each service on Sundays. Elders and pastors will also be available.
This Sunday: We will be looking at the book of Jude, and learning about how we need to be ready to stand up and tell others about Jesus!
Next Week: May 3rd we will be having a Grace Kids leaders meeting at noon! If you've wanted to learn more about Grace Kids, or are currently serving in the Kids Ministry, be sure to plan and join us! Lunch will be provided, let Ashley know you plan to attend!
Volunteers Needed: We want YOU to be a part of our kids ministry team! We have an amazing ministry where kids are learning about God, how to love God, and how to live for God; however, we need more people who are willing to take the call of pointing kids to Jesus seriously. If you're interested in serving in our preschool or elementary classes, please contact Ashley at 574-903-6661.
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"Do not let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for all believers for what you say, in the way you live, in your love, your faith, and your purity." 1 Timothy 4:12
Coming Up:
Parents and students bring your lawn chairs this Wednesday, April 29 for an evening by the firepit. We will enjoy s'mores, community, games, and have an announcement that you don't want to miss. Meet at 6:30pm in the back parking area.
Additional meeting times and event info to come.
If you would like to learn more or register for any of our events, please go to the link provided below.
If you would like to sponsor a student click on the link below.
Enter amount then select fund - Youth Trips & Retreats - then put the student's name in notes.
GRACE STUDENTS Sponsor a
COMPASsION INTERNATIONAL student
Grace Students sponsors a 12 year old girl in Guatemala named Daniela. We ask that you join us in prayer for health for her and her family.
What's Happening
Office News
Director of Grace Students, Kyle McHolland, will be out of the office April 13-30. You can reach the church office at contact@gracekingsport.org or call or text 423-245-3616. Church office hours are M-Th 9am-4pm.
GFC Teen Mentorship
Mentoring: Your story could help change theirs. Everyone’s story has a few unexpected plot twists and sometimes the most powerful ones come through the people we walk alongside in life. Mentorship is more than advice or check-ins. It the chance to revisit your story and invest in some else’s. When students are wrestling with faith, purpose, and identity, your presence could be the chapter that changes everything. There will be an information table set up in the lobby with details about how you can become engaged in GFC Teen Mentorship. Come by the table April 12, May 3 & May 10. Contact Rena Rock at 423-335-9301 for more information.
Food Pantry & donations
GFC members have generously donated food items for our church family. If you are a GFC individual, family, college student, or senior who could use some of these items, pick up a pre-made food box or bag or look through the many other items available! This is a gift from your church family for you.
Available for pick up on Mondays from 12-2pm and Sundays 10:15-12:00pm, or contact the church office at 423-245-3616 by text or call. You can reach out to contact@gracekingsport.org as well if you need to find a different time to stop by.
We are continuing to receive food pantry donations.
prayer groups
There are a couple of prayer groups that meet and serve at different times. The Thursday Intercessory Prayer Group meets Thursdays at 3pm. If you’re interested, please contact Ruth Jordan at 202-680-8963 for additional information. Members of the Prayer Team serve Sundays after each service as they meet and pray with members or visitors who are in need of prayer. If you’re interested, please contact Melissa Bennett at 909-744-7831 for additional information.
Ladies retreat
Ladies, join us for our Annual Ladies of Grace Retreat Friday April 24 6pm-9pm and Saturday April 25 9:40am-3:40pm.
Held at church, it features speaker Ashley Masten who will focus on the Attributes of God and our growing relationship with him as well as Worship leader Emily Shipley accompanied by Lauren Gibson.
Sign up today! There is a $20 registration fee. You can pay online by Clicking Here and choosing the "Ladies of Grace Retreat" fund. You can also pay with by putting cash in an envelope with your name on it or a check made out to GFC with "Ladies Retreat" in the memo line in and drop that into the giving boxes in the worship center and the church hallway. This fee includes dinner on Friday, a light breakfast and charcuterie lunch on Saturday, an exercise routine with Rachel Kinzer, fun games, and/or a prayer walk where you will experience six different moments with God. As this is a time focused on our ladies, child care is not available.
Our mission project for the retreat is Isaiah House 117 and we ask those who can, to bring an item from their list of needs for donation.
We encourage you to invite other ladies to experience this event including friends, family, neighbors and of course your Oikos.
Looking forward to learning, growing, praising and worshipping our mighty God with each of you!
Monday MOrning Precept Study on
Colossians & Philemon
What does it mean to be "complete in Christ?" Is Christ your "all in all" - does He meet all your needs? Don't let anyone delude you with man-made philosophies or traditions that contradict the Word of God. Join us Mondays, April 6 - June 1 from 10am-11:30am in the Gathering Area. Contact Cindy Stremel if you have questions at 240-377-7527. Please sign up in the hallway.
Monday Night Bible Study "me, myself, & lies"
Join us for our upcoming 7-week Monday Bible Study "Me, Myself & Lies" by Jennifer Rothschild. This began on April 6 at 6:30pm and meets weekly on Monday nights at the church. Contact Dawn Pollock for additional information at 201-400-5721. Please sign up in the hallway.
Rhythm & Movement Worship
exercise class
We meet on Tuesdays & Thursdays at the church from 10-10:45am and you can also join in by Zoom. There will be altered class schedules in April and May; contact Debbie for updated class times.
Come join us and enjoy a great customized workout, worshipful music, along with having a lot of fun getting healthier with other ladies just like you. Contact Debbie Bennett at 423-360-0498 with any questions if you plan to come or join in by zoom.
GFC Men's Ministry
Stay tuned for additional events, Bible Studies and other ways to connect, disciple and grow deeper in your faith.
Monthly Events
1st Friday Car Cruise - Contact Joe Pedroza 219-242-4368
4th Saturday Motorcycle Ride - Contact Riley Carter 502-294-8714
LET'S REMEMBER
A few other important things to keep in mind this week.
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You can now sign up by texting “GraceKingsport” to 49775.
RightNow Media is the world’s largest customizable library of biblical video resources. Our church is providing this amazing resource to you free of charge. This site contains media of Bible Studies, Christian resources for children through adults and thousands of resources from Louie Giglio, Jennie Allen, Chip Ingram, Tim Tebow and countless others.
Click here to set up your free account. The link works well through Google. Contact Joy Martin with any questions.
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You may put checks/cash in the giving boxes, mail in checks to PO Box 3369, Kingsport, TN 37664, or use our website or app to make contributions. When giving on our app, you can choose to pay the fees associated with your gift, which allows gifts to go further and do more in the ministries we support.
Thank you for continuing to give and support GFC through your time, talents, & resources.
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Budget Update
Budget vs Actual
as of April 22, 2026
April 2026
Budget Need $75,000.00
Budget Giving $55,374.51
Year-to-Date
Budget Need $657,692.31
Budget Giving $722,628.25
YTD Difference $64,935.94
Fiscal Year from Aug 1, 2025 - Jul 31, 2026
Budget this fiscal year $900,000
Generosity Sunday Gifts (to date)
$48,949.70