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GGBC Corona Virus Update

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The LORD is in His holy temple; the LORD'S throne is in heaven; His eyes behold, His eyelids test the sons of men. (Psalm 11:4)

Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, [16] making the most of your time, because the days are evil.  (Ephesians 5:15-16)

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. [7] And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7)

Church Family, 

These days, concerns are rising about the Corona Virus. Some of these concerns are right and good. People want to walk wisely and protect ourselves and our families. In doing so, remember: God is still the sovereign King of the universe. He isn’t caught Him off guard by this. So let’s continue rest in Him and be gracious to each other as we walk through the coming days. 

So in a desire to love the Lord and love our neighbor well, here’s how this Sunday and Wednesday will look: 

Sunday AM service (3/15):        Yes

Sunday School (3/15):                No 

Sunday PM service (3/15):         No

Wednesday PM service (3/18):  No

Sunday AM service will be a family service. No childcare or nursery will be available. Parents, plan accordingly and bring anything your children will need for worship (like crayons, and maybe the latest MY CHURCH NOTEBOOK, available here). 

This virus is more common among those with a weakened immune system or a heart / respiratory condition. If you have one of these conditions, then out of love we encourage you to stay home. Also, if you’re feeling sick at all, then out of love for you and others, please stay home. No one among our church family has been diagnosed with the virus, but we’re still taking all the necessary precautions.

Pastor Cody’s sermon will be posted by 2pm this Sunday. You’ll be able to find it and all our other sermons here.  

We also have youtube playlist of the songs we’re singing this Sunday morning. You can listen and sing along here. 

If you’re on campus for service, we encourage you to avoid physical contact (handshakes, hugs, etc.) if at all possible. With that in mind, we will not have our normal “welcome time.” Also, we’ll have offering plates available at the doors for giving as you exit. You can also give using the online bill pay service offered by most banks. Find out more about this on our website here. 

Most importantly church, PRAY. 

Let’s join with other churches in the Southern Baptist Convention in praying these things: 

 
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We’ll be updating you here as the days progress. You can always contact your deacon or any of the staff with any questions, concerns, or if you just need someone to pray with you. We love you church!

In Christ, 

Your Church Staff

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This Sunday at Gray Gables- March 15

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Here’s what’s coming up this Sunday with our preaching and singing at Gray Gables. If this kind of thing is helpful to you, please let us know! We’d love to hear your feedback.

Sunday AM: We’ll conclude our study from Matthew 18 about Shepherding Our Little Ones with Pastor Cody. We’ll sing these songs together:

  • Victory in Jesus

  • Let the Nations Be Glad (NEW SONG)

  • It Is Well With My Soul

  • Jesus Is Better

Sunday PM: Our first Sunday PM service in the Fellowship Hall! We’ll have prayer time together and start a new series with Pastor Cody, called Resurrection Hope (1 Corinthians 15).

Listen to this week’s songs (or as close as we can find on Youtube) here:

An Update on the Zoeller Family (3/7)

Church Family,

Thank you to everyone that’s donating to help meet the Zoellers’ needs in the wake of yesterday’s tragedy.

Going forward, let’s get them Walmart gift cards instead of other items. That way, they’ll have the flexibility to get exactly what they need as they need it. You can drop them off with the pastors or your deacon, and we’ll make sure they get to the Zoellers.

Thank you again for showing the love of Christ like this. It’s amazing to watch our church family be just that: a family!


We love you, church!

Your Pastors

An Update on the Zoeller Family

Church family, 

Please pray for Charles and Courtney Zoeller and family. There was a fire this afternoon at their house. Everyone’s safe, they’ve sustained some heavy losses. 

So what can we do?

1.) Most importantly, we can pray. Let’s pray that the Lord will minister to their hearts as they come to grips with everything that’s happened. Pray the Lord will give them favor in all the things that need to take place in the days to come.

2.) We can also help meet their needs. Galatians 6:10 says, “So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith.” We’ll try to keep you posted on what their needs are. So that we don’t overwhelm the family, please contact your deacon with any questions, etc. If you can’t reach your deacon, then contact Pastor Cody. If you have something to drop off, bring it to Pastor Cody.

Thank you so much for all you’ve done already for this sweet family.

We love you, church!

Your pastors

This Week at Gray Gables- March 8

We’re trying something new! Here’s what’s coming up this Sunday with our preaching and singing at Gray Gables. If you like this kind of thing, please let us know! We’d love to hear your feedback.

Sunday AM: We’ll study about Shepherding Our Little Ones from Matthew 18 with Pastor Cody and we’ll sing these songs together:

  • Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me

  • Let the Nations Be Glad (NEW SONG)

  • How Deep The Father’s Love for Us

  • My Jesus, I Love Thee

Sunday PM: We’ll finish studying the book of Nehemiah (Nehemiah 13) with our Youth Director, Cory Noland and sing these songs together:

  • Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing

  • His Mercy Is More

  • My Jesus, I Love Thee

Listen to this week’s songs (or as close as we can find on Youtube) here:

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March People Group

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The Maratha (Mah-RAH-tta) of India

Each month we pray for a specific unreached people group around the world, with the help of the International Mission Board. For the month of March, we’re praying for the Maratha (Mah-RAH-tta) of India.

Learn more about the Maratha here.

Download this month’s prayer cards for them here, or pick one up this week at the Connect Table.

Talk about and pray for them with your family using this month’s My Church Notebook.

Learn more about people groups here.