Saturday, September 8th – WILLIAM WATERS ELDERLY HOME OUTREACH – 10:30am – 1:30pm

One Another continues its successful outreach to connect the residents of William Waters Elderly Home in Sterling relationally BOTH with people from GCC and with Jesus.  Join us as we serve residents lunch, present a worship experience for them, eat with them, do a brief Bible Study, and see if there’s anything we can do to serve them!  This is a GREAT opportunity for you to join us in getting outside the walls of our church and your comfort zone to serve, honor and love those that so desperately need it with a love you’ve been bountifully given through Jesus.

Location: Wiliam Watters House
22365 Enterprise St , Sterling, VA 20164, US

To connect with this event, email the One Another Admin Team at: oneanotherministry@gmail.com

We’re headed to STONE MIDDLE SCHOOL!!!

One Another is privileged to announce our partnership with the PTA of Stone Middle School for our participation of the Viriginia Day of service on Saturday, September 29th from 10am – 1pm.

This is a tremendous moment for all ages to express LOVE IN ACTION to our community through simple beautification projects to include…

- Painting
- Yard Work
- Light Construction Projects
- And Much More…

Join us as we work hand in hand with the students and families of Stone Middle School, located 3 miles away from Grace Covenant Church.

Interested?  REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT HERE!  For all questions and concerns, please email us directly at oneanotherministry@gmail.com.

So excited to see our city changed through LOVE IN ACTION!

OUTREACH IS NOW MADE EASY!!!

This summer, we invite you to partner with us in making a difference in your neighborhood and community through something as small and insignificant as POPSICLES!

This summer we will be hosting hundreds of children at our neighborhood Popsicle Clubs. Our hope is to create a culture within Grace Covenant Church of engaging our neighbors through relationship for the purpose of extending the Gospel. This value is starting with YOU and your willingness to connect with your community and for this, we are so grateful.

We will provide all you need to make this as easy for you as possible. We will provide invitations, popsicles (thawed Fla-Vor-Ice pops) and one of three amazing books, written by Francis Chan that entertain children while communicating the love of Jesus.

Here’s how simple this will be:

Step 1. Sign up on Sunday at our Popsicle Kiosk.
Step 2. Set a 30-60 minute slot once a week for four weeks where you will have kids over, read a book, eat popsicles, and discuss the chapter you read.
Step 3. Hand out your invitations.
Step 4. Host children for your 20 minute Popsicle Club and whatever social or relational time you deem appropriate.
Step 5. Repeat steps 2-4 until book is completed.

It’s that easy. You provide the fun, the people, and the leadership of reading and discussing the book and we provide everything else.

Join us in believing God to make a difference in your neighborhood through POPSICLES!!!

Sign-ups start this weekend, so please prayerfully consider hosting a club (or several club meetings) throughout July and/or August. Please also encourage others to do the same!

Let us know if you have any questions and thank you for considering!

For all questions, please contact us at oneanotherministry@gmail.com

Many students and their families are going through numerous financial difficulties and are unable to afford for their children to attend prom. Join One Another and Grace Covenant Church as we express LOVE IN ACTION by serving the needs of our community.  We have been approached by two separate schools who have students who need a little help to get to prom.

You can express the love of Christ simply through donating the following:

• Gently used women’s formal shoes appropriate for a teenager
• Jewelry appropriate for a teenager
• Men’s formal wear – Ties, shoes, suits, etc.

Evangelism.  One word, usually one hundred definitions.

What if there was a moment to get a practical and Biblical definition?  What if you had an opportunity to create your testimony in a two minute format that could be reproduced in any setting?  What if you were introduced to tools that could simplify the task of evangelism and free you to confidently engage anyone, anywhere?  What if you opened your mouth?

On Saturday, May 5th from 10am – 4pm, all your questions, fears, and concerns will be answered regarding evangelism and how it fits practically in your life.  Join us for ONE DAY to get equipped.  ONE DAY that will restructure the way you view God, yourself, and the world around you!

This seminar will be taught by Dr. Rice Broocks.  Dr. Broocks is co-founder of the Every Nation family of churches and has 30 years of experience in evangelism and church planting.

At ENGAGE, you will be…

1. Empowered – You will be stirred and challenged for the critical need for evangelism and discipleship in this day.
2. Equipping – You will be introduced to proven tools such as The God Test, that will clarify and simplify the task of evangelism.
3. Activation – You will walk away with a firm grip of your testimony in a 2 minute format as well as some opportunities to practice what you’ve learned throughout the day.

WHEN:  Saturday, May 5th

TIME:  10am – 4pm

WHERE:  Grace Covenant Church in the Sanctuary

FAQ’S -

• Will there be child care?  YES
• Is this free?  YES
• Will lunch be included?  YES
• Who is Dr. Rice Broocks?  Check out his website here
• Do I have to REGISTER?  YES!  Register Here

Don’t miss out at this tremendous opportunity to be encouraged and challenged to OPEN YOUR MOUTH!!!

SPRING IS HERE!!!

As the world around us begins to flourish due to the beautiful weather and warming temperatures, one of our partners that serves and supports the the needy in excellent and extreme ways, Western Fairfax Christian Ministries experiences lack in their food pantry during this time of the year.

We have an opportunity to restock the food pantry of this tremendous ministry all April long!

Serving has never been easier.  All you need to do is…

1. Copy the below list of food items and purchase.  These items should not exceed $30.  (In order to stay below $30, go to Wal-Mart and purchase the VALU brand.)
2. Get a GCC grocery bag at the Spring Food Drive kiosk in the foyer on Wednesday night or during Sunday services.
3. Return the bag with grocery items to Western Fairfax Christian Ministries, 1.4 miles away from the church facility OR the Spring Food Drive Kiosk at Grace Covenant Church.  (Address of Western Fairfax:  13981 Metrotech Drive, Chantilly)

It’s that simple!  Thank you for making a difference at Western Fairfax Christian Ministry!

• (1) Oil – 48 FL – $2.78
• (1) Flour – 2lb – $.98
• (1) Sugar – 5lb – $2.96
• (1) Canned Chicken – 5oz – $.98
• (1) Canned Tuna – 5oz – $.98
• (1) Mayonnaise – 15oz – $1.76
• (1) Salad Dressing – 16oz – $1.66
• (1) Jelly – 18oz – $1.58
• (3) Canned Fruit – 15oz – $.98
• (1) Canned Beets – 15oz – $.68
• (2) Canned Spinach – 14.5oz – $.72
• (2) Canned Mixed Vegetables – 15oz – $.68
• (1) Canned Potatoes – 15oz – $.72
• (1) Spaghetti Sauce – 26oz – $1.33
• (1) Hot Cocoa Mix – 20oz – $2.38
• (1) Coffee – 11.3oz – $3.28
• (1) Ketchup – 20oz – $.62
• (1) Mustard – 9oz – $.84

Total: $29.27

Join Grace Covenant Church in making a mark in your neighborhood and community this Easter season.

Communicating the greatest event in human history, the resurrection of Jesus Christ, has become easier than ever through the power of an EASTER EGG HUNT!!!  We are gearing up for over 100 Easter egg hunts all over the Northern Virginia area during the week of April 1st – 7th to serve over 1000 people.  It’s VERY simple…you  provide the people, the place and the fun and we provide EVERYTHING ELSE!!!

Here’s a breakdown of what you can count on from us…

• Eggs stuffed with candy!
• Invitations to your friends and neighbors!
• Training – we will answer your questions, give you a practical look at the operation of an Easter Egg Hunt, and give you some pointers on sharing the Resurrection of Jesus!
• Information about GCC for those that want it

Here are a few FAQ’s you may have that might put your mind at ease:

• My neighborhood already has an Easter Egg Hunt, why do another one?  The goal is not the Easter Egg Hunt itself, the goal is for you to connect with your neighbors relationally, to tell the story behind the Easter Egg Hunt, and to connect people to GCC!  The Easter Egg Hunt is the means by which to do the above.
• What if it’s only with 5 kids…is it worth it?  Absolutely!!!  It’s not about QUANTITY, but QUALITY!  You having the faith to reach out to your neighbors and then seeing God come through with any response at all is a WIN! 
  
• Where will I host the event…I don’t have a yard?  Many were hosted at the local playground or commons area.  Feel free to get creative on the location…as long as it’s safe and secure LET THE HUNT BEGIN!
  
• I’m nervous about sharing the Resurrection story…I’m not sure if I want to host one if I have to talk about Jesus.  We totally understand this concern!  In our training we will help make this part of the event, compelling, fun and VERY NATURAL for your personality.  As much as this piece of the event is nerve wracking and stretching, you will be amazed at how GOD MEETS you through this process. 
  
• What about food…do I have to feed people?  NO.  Some people brought out Oreo cookies and juice boxes as a snack, however, if you don’t feel like that’s necessary, you don’t have to.  Completely up to you…no pressure either way.
  
• Is there a certain day or time I have to do this event?  Anytime during the week of April 1st – 7th is fine with us!  Any day and time that works for your location throughout that week is GRAVY!!!

Be sure to make a TRAINING!

• Sunday, March 18th – 1:00pm – 1:30pm
• Wednesday, March 21st – 8:25pm – 9:00pm
• Sunday, March 25th – 1:00pm – 1:30pm

To reserve a spot at the training of your choice, please email us ASAP:  bbabcock@gracecov.org

Being “missional”, or focused on Christ’s mission to reach the lost, takes time, focus, and a complete paradigm shift from what most of us are used to.  We enjoy our comfort, our space, our headphones strapped to our ears while we shop, walk around or exercise.  Could it be God is calling you and I in to DISCOMFORT through a missional life?  Below are just a few ideas to get you and your small group beginning to think about the people that surround you each day and their needs.

Know the name of the person who touches your goods.
When you shop for your stuff—groceries, gas, guacamole—in the usual local places, purpose to know something about the one who serves you as a bag boy, attendant or waitress. What’s her name? Does he live alone? What happens when her bus doesn’t show up? Honor this one by looking him in the eye, calling him by name and taking a genuine interest in his life. Baby steps.

Exercise in a place where you’ll encounter someone new.
Recent studies show that you won’t be encountering persons from marginalized populations on the Stairmaster at your pricey gym or club.
For your next workout, choose a physical space where you might naturally encounter someone with fewer resources. Jog past your city’s social service providers or do your weird race-walk through a low-income neighborhood. And because it’s not a poverty tour, be sure to speak to some of the real live people who also think your race-walk looks ridiculous.

Get to really know those who you encounter in the course of your daily work.
Whether the bulk of your week is spent on a campus or in an office, in a bar or as a barista, get to know the faces and names and stories of those who too often go unnoticed. Who is it that cleans the bathrooms you use most frequently? When you don’t make your own lunch, who is it that serves you the one you buy? What’s the story of the guy who waits outside the coffee shop asking for spare change?

Invest in the life of a young person living on the world’s margins.
If you have a heart for teens, consider mentoring a young person who lives on the edge. You might meet a young person in need through Big Brothers and Big Sisters, or by volunteering to coach an urban sports league or by tutoring at a local school. A mentoring relationship also creates opportunities for relationship-building with a whole family.

Build relationships with the elderly who have been forgotten.
Some nursing homes can be those places that no one—neither residents, nor staff, nor visitors—really wants to go to. Whether you have the natural entrée of an older neighbor rehabilitating after a fall, or whether you contact the recreation coordinator to be scheduled as a bingo caller, the poor, the weak and the forgotten are waiting for company in nursing homes in every community.

Volunteer to coach, boy/girl scout leader, class parent, etc.
Find small ways to build a familiar presence in your community through consistent service in your pre-existing activities.  Whether your kids play sports, participate in Boy Scouts, or go on field trips, attempt to be a consistent face of service and leadership.

IDEAS TO GET YOU STARTED… 

Outreach in a Box – SHOVEL AND BAKE

The Objective: 

• A FAMILY OR SMALL GROUP OUTREACH that reaches out to neighbors through small acts of service

The Goal:

• Trust with those you serve
• Opportunities to express through service what Christ has done for you
• Look for moments to proclaim Christ

Schedule:

• Weather contingent, therefore will be spontaneous in its implementation

Needs:

• Shovels
• Baked Goods
• Invitation cards from GCC

Advertise:

• No advertising needed, just a simple request.

Pray:

Begin praying as a small group for their neighbors this winter and strategic ways they can reach out individually and as a group.

Great Opportunities Coming Soon…

For all outreach and service support, please contact us directly at:

oneanotherministry@gmail.com