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Sunday Worship Guidelines

GBC will be open for public worship services this Sunday.
Here is what you need to know:
  • ​​GBC will have a family friendly service at 9am & 10:30am.

  • Only two doors (the north and south entrances into the main lobby) will be open for entrance to the church. A greeter will open the doors for you. You will not have to touch the door.
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  • The worship service will be a little over one hour long. Offering can be given to the black giving boxes located at each exit of the worship center. Grace Cafe’ has been postponed until a later date. ​

  • Hand sanitizing stations are available.
  •  ​Children's Ministry classes for ages birth -  4th grade will be provided during the 9am and 10:30am service. Please use east entrance located at the back of the building. This is where you will find the Check-in Desk and our wonderful Grace Kids volunteers to assist you in whatever you need. ​

  • Student Ministry will meet during first service (9am). Students 5th - 12th grade will enter the new student's ministry wing on the north side of the building.

  • Hand sanitizing stations are available.​
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  • GBC will still provide an online worship service on our website. The service will be posted after 4pm on Wednesday.​​
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We will continue communicating through
​E-mail, Facebook and YouTube to provide links and
​printable material​ for you to continue to worship.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ATTENDING GRACE   -   CHILDCARE AND FAMILY NEEDS    -    ACCESSIBILITY    -   DOCTRINE AND THEOLOGY

ATTENDING GRACE

Is your 9:00am service the same as your 10:30am service?Yes. Both services are led by a vocal team and band. The sermon is the same for both services.

How long is a typical service?
A typical service at Grace Bible church is approximately an hour in length.

I’ve never been to church before, what should I expect?
Someone you do not know will greet you! Don’t let this make you uncomfortable. It is normal. You will be asked to stand during some songs. You will probably hear songs you have never heard before. You will be asked to fill out a Connection Card. It would be great if you did, but if you don’t…it’s okay. You will hear a 25-35 minute talk that ends with a prayer.  Many current attenders have recently been in your shoes. Each week people attend for their first time. You will not be alone.

How do I become a partner (member) of Grace Bible Church?
It starts by attending a Pizza with the Pastors lunch. The lunches are held every other month throughout the year. If this interests you, please contact the church office for more information.

CHILDCARE AND FAMILY NEEDS

Are Grace’s childcare volunteers background checked?
Absolutely! All childcare volunteers are required to have a state background check before volunteering. Our Children’s Ministry Coordinator takes the time to get to know each volunteer personally; therefore, volunteers are placed with the age group that is most appropriate for their skill set and personality.

How do I check my child into childcare? Use the Grace Kid’s Check In lane and entrance at the east entrance (back of the church) to get started. Our Host Team will be ready to help you as you walk in the door. At the Children’s Ministry desk you will be asked to provide some basic information (child’s name, parent’s name, age and allergy information, for example) and receive matching identification stickers: one that identifies your child and one that identifies you as their parent/guardian.

How will my special needs child be taken care of?
Yes, but please call the church office (330-882-4416, Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-4:00pm Friday 9-12pm) and speak with Grace Kids’ Children Ministry Director  prior to coming to Grace so that arrangements for your child’s unique needs may be discussed. Unfortunately, we do not have a program developed for children with special needs, but we are often able to accommodate their needs.

How will I be notified if my child needs me while at Grace Bible Church?Sunday morning volunteers are trained to handle most situations that may arise, but while checking your child in, you can arrange for child notification by using the text message paging system. If your child needs you, you will be notified. You can share your cell phone # with our trained volunteers and someone will text you if your child needs you.

I have a preschooler, what if they cry?
Entrance into preschool care can be difficult for the first few visits, but rest assured GBC’s volunteers will do their best to comfort your child helping them(and you) to feel safe and secure. Let our volunteers know when you would like to be notified if your child is crying. You will be texted.

Are the Nursery and Children's rooms safe?
Yes. Each area has age appropriate toys, safety guards, and trained volunteers to meet the needs of children. Electrical outlets are covered, toys are properly cleaned, and safety latches on cupboards. We always have a minimum of two adults supervising children in children’s areas.

ACCESIBILITY

I can’t walk very well. Does Grace have a valet service?
Yes! At Grace, we try to be sensitive to the needs of our congregation, especially the elderly or differently-abled. If you would like to use GBC’s complimentary valet service, please call the church office, Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-4:00pm Friday 9-12pm; prior to your visit to receive valet service instructions.

I am hearing-impaired, can Grace assist me in listening to the sermon?
Yes! We provide amplification devices too many of our attendees to assist them in hearing the morning’s message. Please call the church office 330-882-4416, Monday-Thursday, 8:30am-4:00pm Friday 9-12pm) to receive instructions for our hearing-impaired devices.

DOCTRINE AND THEOLOGY

What denomination is Grace Bible Church?
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GBC is a non-denominational church. That means that we are not confined to a particular religious denomination, such as Orthodoxy, Anglicanism or Roman Catholicism. GBC does not have a diocese or other ruling authority over our church’s activities. Our doctrine is defined by the Holy Bible. Please read our Statement of Faith. 

Does Grace have baptism services?
Yes. Throughout the year, Grace Bible Church conducts Baptisms where those who have elected to be baptized, can be. GBC does not baptize babies or children too young to understand the meaning of baptism, which we believe – according to the Bible – is being immersed in water following a born-again conversion in Christ. It is not uncommon for individuals who were baptized as infants to be baptized again as adults after receiving God’s grace offered through Jesus Christ.

What will my child learn at Grace Bible Church?
Your 2 and 3 year old child will learn three basic truths at Grace: God made me, God loves me and God is with me. These truths are taught through Bible lessons, songs, and crafts. Your preschool child and elementary child will discover who God is, their place in His story of redemption, and how to follow Him. Each week your child will be encouraged to engage in fun, creative activities as well as times of worship.

Important Links

WHO WE ARE

our statement of faith

REQUEST PRAYER

BRINGING JOY (MISSIONS)

gbc news (CALENDAR)

OFFICE STAFF

Pastor Cary's Blog

FORMS

EVENT REQUEST

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Electric (5-8th grade)

HSM (9-12th grade)

SMALL Groups 

Women's Ministry

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Worship Team

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5781 Manchester Road       
New Franklin, Ohio 44319          
(330) 882-4416

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