NEWS AND EVENTS
Thoughts From The Journey 02-2019
Posted on Feb 4, 2019 in Newsletter, Pastor Marc, Pastoral Rants, The Messenger |

Rev. Marc Sanders
Thoughts From The Journey 01-19
Posted on Jan 8, 2019 in Newsletter, Pastoral Rants, Sermons & Blogs, The Messenger, Uncategorized |

Thoughts From The Journey 12-18
Posted on Dec 5, 2018 in Newsletter, Pastor Marc |
Gifts of Hope Partners
Posted on Nov 13, 2018 in Gifts of Hope, Newsletter, The Messenger, UPCOMING EVENTS |
How Does This Work?
Thoughts From The Journey 08-18
Posted on Jul 30, 2018 in Newsletter, Pastor Marc, Uncategorized |
I recently heard one of the most unique reasons behind a sports loss I have ever known as I caught the end of the World Cup match between Sweden and England. The announcer stated that Sweden’s loss was due to “insufficient imagination.” Now, as a Carolina fan I have come up with some interesting theories as to why we lost but was not nearly imaginative enough to blame “insufficient imagination.” I am afraid I do not know enough about soccer to know whether the Swedes having a sufficient imagination would have secured them victory, however I do think an “insufficient imagination” is a condition from which a lot of Christians suffer.
One of the prayers we will be studying this month during our Sunday evening Bible study is Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3. His prayer concludes with one of the greatest challenges to a Christian found in Scripture: “Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we can ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.” I confess I have always read this as a challenge from God to see just how big I can pray. It’s almost like He is nudging me saying, “Come on, I can do things bigger than you can cook up in your head, pray bigger.” The wonderful thing is that as I have found Him faithful to answer these ever-increasing prayers, I have seen what I thought to be impossible occur repeatedly. It is helpful to remember sometimes that we serve a God who majors in doing the impossible because then only He gets the glory.
Boone 2018
Posted on Jul 5, 2018 in Newsletter |
DEEP IMPACT – Boone, NC.
I had the privilege to attend to Deep Impact Mission Camp in Boone, NC with Avery Miles, and Kaden Lindberg. It was an incredible week of serving the community with outreach and evangelism. Both Kaden and Avery had an incredible week and you should all be proud of their efforts. Each of them was involved with a variety of projects as they became part of group that did just about everything. Part of their assignment landed them at the Hospitality House (hosphouse.org), a tremendous ministry that ranges from a homeless shelter, food distribution, job training, and family support. We assisted a crew that meets every Wednesday that cuts, splits and distributes firewood for people who can’t afford it, but rely on it to help them heat their homes and cook meals. We also helped them with their inventory, cleaning, as well as assembling 17 carts for use in their food handouts. The most challenging task was digging out for a concrete pad and drainage pipe that will be used to build a bus stop for the local transit service known as the “Apple Cart” for use of their residents and clients.
There were numerous other projects they participated in such as playing games with children at a local mobile home park and praying for the needs of the people in that development. Any needs in the area were reported back to the host church of the camp, First Baptist Boone. We also handed out flyers to promote the VBS week for the church, as well as information about the church. The most memorable was working for a local thrifts store called The Ram’s Rack Thrift Shop. We helped clean up and organize a break room for the staff, stocked shelves, sorted through numerous donation bins, and Avery found a sweet adidas jacket for $4.00! The money made from the shop is used to fund various ministries in the area ranging from clothing, home repairs, and food supplies. We closed out the week by cleaning out gutters, pressure washing a deck and cleaning windows for an elderly lady from the church.
Each day began with a 7am breakfast, an 8:15 departure time, and we returned at 3 each afternoon. The evening was concluded with a dinner, and worship time every night. Two young men from another church gave their life to Christ, and they were both baptized at an outdoor park nearby. We appreciate the support and prayers from all of you. It was a great trip and we’re all glad to be a part of it.
Blessings to each of you.
Love you guys,
John
Honduras 2018
Posted on Jul 5, 2018 in Newsletter |


One of our favorite parts of this trip is to reunite with the friends we have made and continue to strengthen these relationships. It is through these special bonds that we are able to confirm to our friends how much God loves them and how badly he wants a personal relationship with them. VBS reached out to pre-school through high school and we again were able to minister to their spiritual needs.
The medical team assisted approximately 1,000 patients and were able to treat their different medical issues, i.e. fevers, flu, cold, wounds and much more. The construction team was able to complete their entire project and was even able to help with extra work around the church.
All these things are great and heartwarming; however, the best part is witnessing many coming to Christ and adding more brothers and sisters to the Kingdom. We are all so grateful to be able to return one more time to this special place and we appreciate all the financial and prayerful support we receive from our beloved members of Grove Park.
To God be the Glory,
The 2018 GPBC Honduras Team
Thoughts From The Journey
Posted on Jul 5, 2018 in Newsletter |
Marc
EVENTS
Posted on Jul 3, 2018 in UPCOMING EVENTS |