Summer Book discussions
tyler campuses.
Love a good book and great conversation? Join other Grace women for a Summer Book Discussion, and get both! Groups meet weekly beginning the week of June 13. (Childcare not available) Please note: These groups meet in homes, and you will receive the address in the confirmation email when you register.
Registration is now closed. For more information, please contact Brittney Hood, brittneyh@gcc.org.
Women of the Word by Jen Wilkin
Leaders: Chrisleigh Heller and Marthe Durosier
Meets: Thursday evenings | 7:30-9:00pm
(6 weeks, June 16-July 21)
We all know it’s important to study God’s word. But sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. How can we keep our focus and sustain our passion when reading the Bible? Women of the Word will equip you to engage God’s word in a way that trains your mind and transforms your heart. Come learn and practice simple Bible study methods as we seek to know and love God more!
Family Discipleship: Leading Your Home through Time, Moments, and Milestones by Matt Chandler and Adam Griffin
Leaders: Megan Taylor and Erin Kerry
Meets: Wednesday evenings | 7:30-9:00pm
(6 weeks, June 15-July 20)
Need some guidance developing a sustainable rhythm of Gospel-centered discipleship? Filled with suggestions, sample plans, and Scripture references, this book begins with the end in mind — equipping you to create a unique plan for your family as you raise your children in the love and fear of the Lord.
Sticky Faith by Dr. Kara E. Powell & Dr. Chap Clark
Leaders: Kate Hooper and Ginger Swaim
Meets: Wednesday evenings | 7:00-8:30pm
(5 weeks, June 15-July 13)
Research shows that almost half of graduating seniors involved in church do not stick with their faith in the college years. Sticky Faith presents strategies for helping parents encourage their children’s spiritual growth to empower them to develop a lifelong faith. No matter the age of your kids, this book will meet you where you are at in fostering spiritual growth in your children and teens.
Devotional Classics edited by Richard Foster and James Bryan Smith
Leaders: Karla Foreman and Heather Bock
Meets: Wednesday mornings | 9:00-11:00am
(6 weeks, June 15-July 20)
We will survey fifty-two selections which introduce us to the great writers in six devotional traditions: the prayer-filled life, the virtuous life, the Spirit-empowered life, the compassionate life, the Word-centered life, and the sacramental life. After the study, you may find you want to do all 52 weeks with an accountability partner(s).
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Peter Scazzero
Leaders: Vicki Clark & Cimber Cummings
Meets: Thursday evenings | 7:00-8:30pm
(5 weeks, June 16-July 14)
Author and pastor Pete Scazzero learned the hard way: You can’t be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature. In this best selling book, Scazzero outlines the top ten symptoms of emotionally unhealthy spirituality and then unpacks core Biblical principles to guide you into lasting, beneath-the-surface transformation in your relationship with Christ.
summer book discussion
lindale campus.
When Jesus was asked to sum up everything into one command, He said to love God and love our neighbors as ourselves. But what does it look like to love your neighbor? Through compelling true stories, you will learn how to create genuine friendships with people in your neighborhood, work environment, and those you see on a regular basis – with the ultimate goal that nonbelievers may be drawn to Christ.
mondays | 7-8:30pm
Meets at Lindale Campus – Room 207
8 weeks (June 13 – August 1)
Leaders: Debra Kirby & April Watters
Note: Group does not meet on Monday, July 4th
For more information, please contact Debra Kirby, debrak@gcc.org.