Summer at Front Porch Housing
August 14, 2024
For the past three months, summer camp has been held onsite at Front Porch Housing for resident children. Camp began as a way to meet a tangible need for parents by creating an accessible, safe environment for their children during the summer so that they can continue to go to work. Through camp, not only have we been able to create safe spaces for our children, but we have also had the opportunity to share the gospel with them.
BridgeBuilders Summer Recap
August 8, 2024
We have so much to celebrate from mission Lowcountry this summer! Here are a few highlights from BridgeBuilders camp in Hampton county where Grace Church interns and students, in partnership with Varnville Baptist Church, sought to disciple children this summer. The goal of BridgeBuilders camp is to provide opportunities for children and teens to know Christ, know Scripture, and become leaders in their areas of influence
Life Change | Sacrificing Time to Serve
August 6, 2024
Sharing stories of life change is one way we testify to God’s faithfulness in our lives, connect with one another, and strengthen the unity of the church. This past weekend, David St. John from our Greer campus shared how God is growing him through serving with one of our local outreach partners, Griggs Church. We are so grateful for how God is working in and through David, and for his willingness to share his story of life change with us.
Ascend—Hope in the Midst of Difficulty
August 2, 2024
This summer, we hosted Ascend camps at our Powdersville and Pelham campuses, and we had a total of 74 kids attend who are experiencing various forms of grief and hardship. With the sacrificial care of our amazing leaders and volunteers, the kids and students experienced fun, connection with other kids in similar situations, and the love and hope given to us by Christ.
1,249 Backpacks Collected for Children in Need
July 29, 2024
Over the past few weeks, we have collected 1,249 backpacks with school supplies for children in need across the Upstate. It has been a blessing to be able to deliver these backpacks to local DSS workers and other partners knowing that each one has been filled with care. These vulnerable children each have unique circumstances and barriers to the gospel, so we are praying that the gift of a backpack will speak to them of Jesus' love and provision.
Supporting Children in Kenya
July 24, 2024
This summer, a team of 12 adults and 10 students traveled to Kenya to support our partners in OVC Kenya, a program that provides sustainable support and promotes long-term relationships with orphans and vulnerable children in Kenya. Through our partnership with Bernard Kabaru and local churches in Limuru, Kenya, we are helping expand an existing program that provides physical, academic, and relational support to children in need within each church’s local community.
Natural Burial Update
July 16, 2024
This past weekend, Matt Williams gave our church body an update on our Natural Burial grounds. Natural burial is a way to shepherd our hearts and minds as we surround our loved ones in death. As a peaceful, less expensive, and simple alternative to traditional burial methods, there is no vault, coffin, or embalming. As a result, costs of a funeral are kept low, and we become better stewards of the environment.
Students Serve through Mission Upstate
July 2, 2024
This summer, over 80 of our students are serving through Mission Upstate! These students are dedicating their time and energy to serving with some of our partners in the Greenville area. Here are some highlights!
Summer Studies Spotlight
June 27, 2024
We believe discipleship happens best when we invite God’s Word and God’s people to speak into our lives with the intent of life change. Discipleship at Grace looks different depending on your season of life and particular needs. This summer, our campuses are offering a variety of studies and groups—some focusing on Scripture, some focusing on a relevant topic, and some equipping people facing a particular challenge or season of life.