by Sara Rupp As the roar of engines fills the air, Casslyn Holder couldn’t help but feel a sense of exhilaration coursing through her veins. "This is my first group ride, and I'm diving headfirst into the world of motorcycles with Blessing of the Bikes," Holder stated. Little did she know, she was about to embark on an unforgettable journey that would not only ignite her passion for riding but also open her eyes to the incredible community that surrounds it. Blessing of the Bikes originated in New England in 1972. From its humble beginnings with just eight riders and four motorcycles, Bles ..read more

Six months! Six months is when you’re supposed to change the batteries in your smoke detectors— we don’t have any of those. Six months is when you’re supposed to flip your mattress around so that it doesn’t sag— we do have one of those, thankfully. Six months is when you look back over the time you’ve spent in a new location and wonder how it went by so fast and yet so slowly... ,Go to our ,blog, at to read the rest of our six month update, including pictures and a video from the Macha Feeding Program: Thank you for your continued support and prayers over these past few months and into the f ..read more

By Brittany Sammartino • Graphics & Communications Director Some of us have probably said this lately: “I can’t adult today”. Google defines 'Adulting' as "the practice of behaving in a way characteristic of a responsible adult, especially the accomplishment of mundane but necessary tasks." If there’s ever been a year where it's hard to adult, it’s surely been 2020 for an array of reasons. Go ahead and insert yours here: But what if I told you we’ve had a road map all along telling us how to Adult correctly? We DO have that— in the Book of Proverbs (along with the rest of the Bible, but o ..read more

By Courtney Getway • Grace Chapel Next Gen Assistant I find so much peace and calmness when I put my thoughts into words. Anyone who knows me knows that I LOVE to talk. But, when it’s time to really make sense of all the thoughts that go on up in my head and get a grasp on what’s going on around me, I try to put it into words with God’s help. To be honest, I’m not sure what is going on right now. But I know, trust, and believe in who does! Right now, our world is very uncertain. We continue to hear about another case or that something else has shut down— it is constantly changing. With all of ..read more

By Brittany Sammartino • Graphics & Communications Director While we should cherish our moms every day, on Mother’s Day we like to dish out a little extra love on a day just for her. We flock to restaurants for a special meal with mom or treat her to a day at the spa or another activity she enjoys. With this year’s unique circumstances, it may seem impossible to celebrate these special women in our lives. We may be apart from our moms, grandmas, aunts, and other mother figures making celebrating her feel next to impossible. But Mother’s Day isn’t canceled! The whole sentiment of Mother’s ..read more

shows us the will of God. As followers of Christ, reaching those who do not know Him should be an important part of our faith lived out. Jesus commanded us to make disciples of all the nations. After all, how can anyone hear the Good News unless it is shared with them? As it is written in Isaiah 52:7, “how beautiful…are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation.” At Grace, we take the words of Jesus seriously. We’ve been blessed with much and it is our joy to share these blessings with others. We’d like to highlight some of th ..read more

By Renee Lego Days like right now, when things are changing every hour, when we really don’t know what tomorrow will look like— I find comfort in these words. Last month my Aunt passed away. She lived to be 76 years old and the last several years of her life she suffered with Alzheimer’s. Her mind started slipping many years ago, forgetting minor things, but she was still able to manage life. But for the past 2 years, she had been living in a nursing home where she was unable to communicate and really had no memories of those closest to her. My aunt was a Christian, meaning she had professed ..read more

By Ashley Peterson Do you ever feel like your heart is being pulled in a direction that you’re a little unsure about? Do you long to do something, to be a change maker— even a small one, if you find yourself on the timid side? For as long as I can remember, I have participated in volunteering. From volunteering with the homeless, at church, at school to the local community hospital, I’ve always been busy helping someone, somewhere. It’s something I’ve always enjoyed, because I was making a difference in a positive way and my acts helped to bless not only myself, but those around me. About a y ..read more

by Sara Rupp The Christmas season is often portrayed as a time of joy, warmth, and togetherness. However, for many, it can be a challenging period marked by loneliness, grief, or personal struggles. In these moments, turning to God can offer solace and guidance, reminding us of the deeper meaning of this season of light. Embracing the Quiet Moments: Amidst the hustle and bustle, find solace in the quiet moments. As Psalm 46:10 encourages, "Be still, and know that I am God." Take time to reflect on the peace that Jesus brings at  Christmas and allow the tranquility of those moments t ..read more

,by Sara Rupp As we approach the most wonderful time of the year, we are thrilled to invite you to our much-anticipated annual event, the Welcome to Christmas Weekend Worship Services, taking place on December 2 and 3, 2023. This event, previously known as Lessons in Carols, has been a cherished tradition at Grace Chapel for all of our 26 years, serving as a beacon of joy, reflection, and celebration during the Christmas season. At ,,Grace Chapel, we believe in the power of tradition, and the Welcome to Christmas Weekend Worship Services are a testament to that belief. The service is thought ..read more