MOVIE IN THE PARKThese movie nights have become a local summer staple for our community. Grace Church has been running these Movie Nights for the past 5 years in Stoughton and Randolph and we are adding another night in Canton this year!These events are designed to offer a fun and safe place for families in our communities. All events are completely free to everyone and will start at 6pm for bounce houses, cotton candy and face painting with the movie begining at dusk, about 8:30pm. Click on the town below to get directions to the park.
Stoughton - August 13th
Randolph - August 20th
LIMITLESSSometimes it seems like the only way to keep up with all the demands on our lives is to run at maximum capacity—to live like we are limitless. But there is another way...one where we have room to breathe and space to respond to what life brings our way. Come explore what it's like to live within God's limits.
Cha is a recent graduate of Bible college and is a California native. She traveled, as an intern, for two years with a student-run organization that runs summer camps for teens all over the country. She is an accomplished boxer and will be aggravated that we included that in her bio (so don't let her know we told you).When not working at Grace or helping with the student ministry, Cha spends her time at the Y, cheering on the Sooners, showing up as an extra for every casting call she gets (watch for her in the new Kevin James movie and Mark Wahlberg movie) and shopping.
Taylor and his wife Nicole have been a part of Grace since 2007. They both graduated from Boston Baptist College in 2006 with Bachelor's degrees in Biblical Studies minoring in Youth Ministry and Early Childhood Education. God has placed a special passion in Taylor and Nicole's heart to see young people's lives forever changed by introducing them to a life full of purpose by following Jesus.When they aren't hanging out with teenagers Taylor and Nicole loving spending time in the great outdoors, camping, hiking and going to the beach as well as frequenting local antique shops and thrift stores. They also dig going into Boston to people watch or looking for a new restaurant to check out.
Sean and Billie have been married since '91 and are very active here in the community. Sean graduated from Bible college in '92 and was a youth pastor (12 years) and a college professor (4 years) before starting Grace Church in the living room of their home back in '05. They have three kids and love serving in a church they would attend even if they weren't on staff!When not at Grace Church, you'll find Sean coaching one of his kids, attending one of the other kids' games, taking the family to the movies, waterskiing on Long Pond (in Lakeville), reading, working on his 100 year old house or improving his Call of Duty skills.
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2005Cape Cod Church in Falmouth partners with Pastor Sean to start a home Bible study in March, 6 attend the first study.The first small group splits into two groups that summer as they experience slow but consistent growth.Sunday services kick off on Nov. 6th at Holiday Inn in Brockton.2006-2008The church grows as it focuses on loving God and serving the community.We outgrow the hotel and move to Lombardo's in Randolph. A year later, growth forces us to a more permanent space.Grace partners with Aaron Cavin to start Life Community Church in Quincy and sends 15 people to get it going.2009-2010Grace continues to focus on making followers of Jesus and serving the community.A second Sunday morning service is added to accommodate growth and healthy small groups are emphasized.We can't wait to see how God will continue to bless and hope He is leading you to be a part of it. Even if He doesn't, it would be great to meet you and play a small part in your next step of faith.
OUR COMMUNITYGrace Church is very involved in the towns around us. Jesus said that we are to love our neighbors like we love ourselves. It's important that we find tangible ways to express this love to others. We can't do everything but here are a few ways that Grace Church has attempted to love on our neighbors.Movie Night at the Park - Over 1,000 people enjoyed free popcorn, cotton candy, inflatables and a fantastic family movie free of charge in one of these events last summer. We're doing it again this year so watch for the announcment.Back-to-School Packs - We bought 10 backpacks full of school supplies for every elementary school in Stoughton, Randolph and Avon last year (total of 110) and plan to do more this year.Trunk-or-Treat - On a late afternoon near Halloween we provide a safe and fun place for families to bring their small children for games and tons of candy. Dozens of families show up to decorate their trunks for the occasion, providing kids the chance to do a lot of trick-or-treating in a short amount of time.Thanksgiving Meals - Grace Church raised enough money to provide complete Thanksgiving meals for 10 families in every elementary school in Stoughton, Randolph and Avon.Church Planting - We've also partnered to help several other church startups here in New England (
Meetinghouse Church in Taunton,
Life Community Church in Quincy,
Discovery Church in Weymouth, and plan for another in Hanover this fall).We're always looking for ways to contribute to the well-being of others in creative ways. Jesus said that people should be able to look at our lives, see the goodness of God reflected and glorify Him as a result. We believe God blesses us to be a blessing to others.
ULANBATAAR, MONGOLIAFEEDING CENTER AND CHURCH PLANTINGChris & Stephanie Ballinger were the first missionaries supported by Grace Church. During their first three-year term in Mongolia they were only expected to learn the language and culture as they adapted to their new life in Asia. However, they stepped out in faith as God continued to give them opportunities to serve the local homeless children and faith community.They started a feeding center two years ago that feeds two meals a day to almost 60 street kids. They plan to start a second feeding center upon returning to Ulaanbaatar in the fall of 2011.Chris teaches English in the local state university and has recently been approved to start a business. He has already begun a t-shirt printing company that will provide a trade whereby several Mongolian families will be taken care of.Most exciting of all, YouVersion, the online Bible app, is working with Chris to develop a Mongolian Bible. This Bible will be available to anyone with a smart phone absolutely free!
YANGON, MYANMARORPHANAGE AND CHURCH PLANTINGVel Za Siama & his wife, Nute', started an orphanage after having two children dumped at their doorstep in 2003. They now take care of 29 kids and are financing 3 other children who have since gone on to college. Siama is a fifth generation descendent of a personal convert of Adoniram Judson. He's personally started four churches, three of which are pastored by men he's trained.We took four people from Grace to serve them in February of 2011 and plan to go back again early in 2013. If you get the chance to go back with us, you'll see that Siama is using the resources we send him as frugally as possible. The children he's raising are being taught English in addition to their regular studies at school so that they are better equipped for success outside of their poverty-stricken village.
AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDSRED LIGHT DISTRICT CLINIC & REHABILITATIONKevin & Brittany Worley have been in Amsterdam with their four children since January of 2011. Kevin was an entrepreneur in the midwest when he felt God was leading his family to start churches in the Netherlands. After much prayer, he and his wife sold their business and made plans to follow Jesus as he led them overseas. They are beginning the process of creating a halfway house for prostitutes and drug addicts trying to escape the cycle of hopelessness. They are currently enrolled in language school and are making plans for a halfway house for prostitutes and drug addicts in the red light district. They have already started a small Bible study group and hope to start a church during their second three-year term as missionaries.
CONNECT WITH USWe would love to hear from you! If you have any questions, email us at info@thatsgrace.org, call us at 781.297.2970 or fill out the form to the left. May God bless you and help you become a blessing to others.ADDRESS421 Page StreetStoughton, MA 02072
GRACE STUDENT MINISTRYGSM is our Student Ministry here at Grace Church, serving students in 6 through 12 grades. GSM shatters the stereotype that church is boring! Our Wednesday night services from 6:30-8:30 are created to celebrate life in a way that is fun for Christians and welcoming to those who don't normally attend church. JUST FOR PARENTSAs a parent you have more influence in your students life than anyone else, even if you don't think you do. Here are a few great resources to help you in raising your students to be Godly young men and women.
Parent Blog - Expand your ideas, skills, and influence as a parent
iMOM - Inspiration. Ideas. Information. Insight.
ALL PRO DAD - Advice. Events. Family. Just for dads!
FOCUS ON THE FAMILY - Helping families thrive.
CROSSWALK - Christian Parenting and Family Resources
FAMILY MINUTE - relevant advice on parenting.If you have any questions please send an email to Taylor@thatsgrace.org.
GRACE KIDSEach month the kids at Grace Church are taught one virtue. Throughout the month they will learn from scripture several different aspects of that virtue and how they should apply it in their lives. Kids, 5th grade and under, usually sit with their parents during the first part of the worship service and aren't dismissed to Sunday School until the teaching time. It's important to us that your kids get to worship God with you. We know you are their primary role model and the one who will shape their faith the most. We have two great resources for parents who are interested in taking the next step with their child during the week. The first is a handout for your fridge door with a memory first and key questions relating to Sunday's lesson. The second is a "Family Times Virtue Pack" that will provide you with extra tools to creatively reinforce the virtue of the month [visit
www.familytimes.org to order this resource].
OUR BELIEFSThe Bible is the inspired Word of God, without mistake and the final authority on life.God is Creator of all things and exists as Father, Son and Spirit.Mankind was created in the image of God but separated in relationship to God because of our sinSalvation is by God's grace through faith in the sacrifice of Jesus as the subsitute for our sin.The Church is the gathering of Christians who work together with God in his pursuit to reconcile people to himself.
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WHAT TO EXPECTVisiting a new church can be intimidating. You don't know what to expect when you show up and are hoping that it won't stink, right?We really want your experience here at Grace to be awesome and we work hard to make that happen. Here are a few frequently asked questions. If you have any additional questions, don't hesitate to contact us through our
Connect tab.What should I wear?Dress comfortably. The pastor usually wears jeans and a nice shirt but you can wear a t-shirt or a tie if you want. The important thing to us is that you are able to be yourself while being a part of our worship service.Do you have anything for my kids?Yes! The kids normally start out sitting with their parents for the singing and are dismissed to age appropriate Sunday School classes during the teaching time. You will most likely meet one of the Sunday School teachers on your way into the building.Where do I go when I get there?Our meeting space is a refitted industrial warehouse. It's absolutely gorgeous on the inside but looks pretty drab on the outside (nothing we can do about it). So, when you walk in, you'll follow the hallway to our auditorium. If you can get here a few minutes early, there's a free continental breakfast available.Do I have to bring money for a collection?No, our church is fully financed by the regular attenders who know that everything we have is from God and give a portion back to Him on Sundays. All we ask from you is an opportunity be a part of your spiritual journey back to God.Are there any services during the week?We only meet as a group on Sundays. However, there are several smaller groups of friends and new attenders who get together in homes to hang out, get to know each other and talk about the previous Sunday's teaching. These groups are spread all over the south metro area and are a lot of fun to be a part of.
WELCOME TOGRACE CHURCHWe're a growing group of friends and neighbors from all over the south metro area of Boston who have two things in common: a love for God and a passion to serve our community.We come from many different backgrounds and are in various places in our spiritual journey. Some of us have been following Jesus for years and others aren't quite sure what to think of Jesus yet.We hope that no matter where you are with God, you'll find Grace to be the best place to take your next step. Show up this weekend. We'd love to meet you.
Sunday Services8:30 | 10:00 | 11:30
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