A Ministry for Our Church Family and Community
GCA Community Connections will be held on Tuesdays from March 21st to June 6th. This program is designed to deepen our relationship with the Lord through Bible studies for all age groups. We purpose to reach those within the community, to impact the younger generation for Christ, and empower our witness by strengthening relationships within the GCA family.
Key Components of the Program
Online registration is required.
1. Meal Provision
2. Kids Club Program
3. Teen Bible Study
4. ESL Class (English as a Second Language)
5. Adult Bible Studies
1. Meal Provision
Each Tuesday evening, family dinners will be served in the Fellowship Hall at 5:15 p.m. Dinner is free; however, a free-will offering basket will be made available to help cover the costs.
2. Kids Club Program
The GCA Kids Club program is from 6 to 8 p.m. and is free to children ages 6 to 12. In addition to fun games and Bible class, the club offers two classes out of four that are available at the church: Spanish class, chess club, arts and cooking class. To register your child(ren), please click here.
3. Teen Bible Study
The Teen Bible Study group starts at 6:15 p.m. and will meet at the Mission House located at 605 East Mt. Pleasant Avenue (across the street from the church).
4. ESL Class
ESL (English as a Second Language) classes will be held Tuesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. by ZOOM. Participants will be sent the meeting link, ID and password information. We offer beginner, intermediate and advance classes for students age 18 or older. Students must complete an assessment to determine class placement. A digital textbook will be issued at a cost of $25. To get started, please click here.
5. Adult Bible Study Options*
Four courses are available:
(1) God’s Blueprint for Your Marriage
Tuesdays at 6:45 p.m. March 21 to June 6, 2023
Taught by Pastor George Peters at GCA and by ZOOM
Family life is important to every generation. This practical course will provide fresh insight into the biblical foundation for marriage and family life, the roles of husband and wife in the home, and the role of parents in child-rearing and training. It provides insight into what the Bible tells us marriage and family life can and should be.
(2) Rightly Dividing the Word of Truth
Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. March 21 to June 6, 2023
Taught by Pastor Brian Grant by ZOOM
Rightly—”straight.” Dividing—”cut.” In other words, to discern correctly; to accurately understand God’s written revelation. This study will help you to gain insight into the differences between Jew, Gentile, and the Church of God, the two natures of the believer, the seven dispensations, and other doctrines that will enhance your appreciation of God’s Word and work.
(3) The Book of Acts
Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. March 21 to June 6, 2023
Taught by Dr. Raphael Thomas by ZOOM
In some ways, like our summer study in Exodus, the Book of Acts is also the record of a journey through the wilderness. Learn how the Holy Spirit, working through the Apostles, takes the Church of Jesus Christ from its birth on the Day of Pentecost to maturity; fully fitted in form, doctrine and practice, to carry out its mission during the time of waiting for the Lord’s return.
(4) A Look Within (For Ladies Only)
Wednesdays at 8:00 p.m. March 22 to June 7, 2023
Taught by various GCA ladies by ZOOM
We are invited to take A Look Within our own heart by examining the lives of Bible women. The author, Faith Alvis Taylor, shows us how the personality and temperament of Eve, Sarah, Rebekah, Leah, Rachel, Dinah, Miriam, and others influenced their behavior. In this study we will learn the impact that thoughts, words, and deeds can have—for good or ill—on others now, and for generations to come. This study is for the women of this age as we meander through our daily challenges.
