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Grace Community Church

Welcome to Our
Church Community

A place of faith, hope, love, and spiritual growth.

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"For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them."

Matthew 18 : 20
Candlelit prayer inside the church sanctuary
Serving Since 1999
About Us

A household of faith, a family of love.

For over 25 years, Grace Community Church has been a home where seekers become believers, believers become disciples, and every person is welcomed with open arms. What began as a small living-room gathering is now a vibrant family of over a thousand members.

Our Mission

To lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus and serve our city with love.

Our Vision

A church where every generation encounters God and discovers its purpose.

Core Values —

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Our Ministries

A place for every heart

From the youngest to the oldest, there is a family within our family for you.

Sunday Worship

Joyful, Spirit-filled services at 8:00 & 10:30 AM with worship, word and communion.

Youth Ministry

A vibrant community for teens — games, worship, small groups and real friendship.

Children's Ministry

Safe, fun Sunday classes where kids aged 3–12 discover Jesus at their level.

Prayer Group

Weekly intercession every Friday at 7 PM — standing in the gap for families & city.

Community Service

Food drives, hospital visits and outreach — being the hands and feet of Jesus.

Bible Study

Midweek deep-dives into the Word — Wednesdays 7 PM, in person & online.

Upcoming Events

Join us this season

There is always something happening at Grace — come and see.

22AugVolunteers packing food baskets

Community Food Drive

Saturday, Aug 22, 20269:00 AM – 1:00 PMFellowship Hall
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04SepWorship night with lifted hands

Night of Worship

Friday, Sep 4, 20267:00 PM – 10:00 PMMain Sanctuary
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20SepFamilies gathering for harvest festival

Harvest Family Festival

Sunday, Sep 20, 202612:30 PM – 5:00 PMChurch Grounds
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Recent Sermons

The Word, week by week

Missed a Sunday? Catch every message online.

Open Bible on pulpit with candles

Anchored in Hope

Pastor David SamuelAug 2, 2026
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Morning light over open Bible pages

The Power of Grace

Pastor Emily CarterJul 26, 2026
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Sunbeams through sanctuary windows

Walking in Faith

Rev. Michael ThomasJul 19, 2026
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Leadership

Shepherds of the flock

Portrait of Senior Pastor David Samuel

David Samuel

Senior Pastor

Leading Grace with a shepherd's heart for 25 years.

Portrait of Worship Pastor Emily Carter

Emily Carter

Worship Pastor

Leading our congregation into deeper worship.

Portrait of Youth Pastor Michael Thomas

Michael Thomas

Youth Pastor

Raising a generation that loves Jesus boldly.

Portrait of Children's Minister Sarah John

Sarah John

Children's Minister

Making church the best hour of every kid's week.

Testimonies

What God is doing

★★★★★

"We walked in as strangers and were embraced as family. The prayer team stood with us through my surgery — this church is truly the hands of Jesus."

Member Rachel M.
Rachel M.Member since 2019
★★★★★

"My teenagers actually ask to come to church now! The youth ministry leaders genuinely love them and it shows every single Friday."

Member Daniel O.
Daniel O.Member since 2021
★★★★★

"The sermons are deep yet so practical. I've grown more in two years here than in a lifetime before. Grace Community is home."

Member Grace L.
Grace L.Member since 2023
Contact Us

We'd love to hear from you

Church Address

120 Hope Avenue, Springfield, IL 62704

Service Timings

Sun 8:00 & 10:30 AM • Wed Bible Study 7 PM • Fri Prayer 7 PM

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