Grace For All 2023 Culture Shift 00:00 04:15 % buffered To develop a culture of multiplication where others discover God with me, belong in God's family with me, serve God with me and go with me! Shes also a national champion jump roper (yes, its a real sport), and she currently coaches the team she grew up on. Big Valley Grace. Jennifer and her husband, Michael, have three children, Grace, Brock, and Cullen. He is the parent of a Grace alumnus and his other three children attend Grace. She is also a trained Spiritual Director and Lay Counseling Minister. Brennan served on active duty in the Air Force for five years and had the opportunity to work as an engineer and program manager at the AF Research Laboratory, a small-business liaison, and STEM outreach coordinator. He and his wife, Sue enjoy Jeopardy. Strike up a conversation. Heather joined Grace Community School in 2022 as the Elementary Receptionist. Gail feels that she was called to work with younger children, and their pure hearts bring her so much joy! We want to help you continue moving forward in your journey with the Lord. Coach Barker has worked as the Teen and Health & P.E. For Rita, life is never boring as a mom of four boys. Catan or any board game can keep me in a conversation for a few hours as well. book is the Bible (Romans in particular). Kim taught at Christian Heritage Classical School in Longview for 19 years and has taught kindergarten, first grade, and early childhood special education. He also loves the outdoors: camping, hiking, and kayaking. from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in 2019. Just mention: How Derek manages to win at any sport he tries, Gospel Music, and his top 3 favorite Rom Coms. This free application will give you access to sermon audio, current events, service times, info on the opportunities for your children or teens, ways to submit prayer requests to our staff, daily devotionals and more! He is currently co-editing Building a Better School II, focusing on board governance. Strike up a conversation. The Foreman family worship at Bethel Bible Downtown and serve with the music and childrens ministry teams. She has been married. SERVICE TIMES. Just mention:Any superheroes, anything about the movie Trolls, Avatar the Last Airbender, musicals youd recommend, or just how youre really doing in life! They are very excited to welcome their first grandbaby in the summer of 2023! Haley is a nurse and Heather is a Social Worker. This means we act the same way on Monday as we do on Sunday. By believing in Jesus we can have a right relationship with God and spend eternity with Him (Colossians 2:13-15, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:8-9, John 14:6, Romans 5:1-8, Romans 10:9-10). The Tigers reached post-season play in three of his six seasons at Ouachita and three pitchers were taken in the MLB draft during his tenure. Their daughter, Allyson, serves as a Youth Minister in Little Rock and she has recently married Zack Kelley. Careers. He has previously worked as a high school math teacher since 2014 for Sheridan County School District #1 in northern Wyoming, with teaching experience in Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, as well as three dual credit courses through Sheridan College in Sheridan, Wyoming. She obtained both a bachelors degree and masters degree in English from ACU while working as assistant director of the Writing Center on campus. She and her husband Keith have four adult children and five grandchildren. Catan or any board game can keep me in a conversation for a few hours as well. John and Katie have two children, Ann (married to Sam) and Tim. Melissa and her family have been long-time Grace attendees (~10 years). Timothy has a BS in Marine Biology from Texas A&M, where he also minored in Chemistry and Diving Technology and Methods. Food I love talking with people about what theyre cooking & eating. Holly has taught kindergarten at Grace University since 2014. Phyllissa loves to learn, loves kids, and has a heart to help children reach their full potential. Phenix joined Grace Community School in 2022 as a Teachers Aide. As a family, they have served in mission capacities in Brazil, Mexico, Central America, Africa, the Philippines, India and within the USA. They both attend church at Grace Community Church on the University Boulevard campus. Carley began working at Grace in 2015 and has taught kindergarten and fourth grade. Before becoming the elementary principal, she was the elementary assistant principal and a junior kindergarten, kindergarten, and first grade teacher. Prior to Grace, she stayed at home with her girls. Rebecca and her husband, Joshua, have four children enrolled at GCS on all three campuses. EMAIL US. Rod and Cindy moved to Bartlesville in 1995 with their four children to help plant Grace Community Church. Chris is Grace Community Church's Executive Pastor and has been on staff since 2018. Ruby joined Grace Community School in July of 2022 as the Billing Specialist in the Accounting Department. She has worked in public school special education for seven years before coming to Grace in 1997. Her choirs have performed under her conducting baton in Dublin, Prague, Salzburg, Vienna, Munich, and Dresden, as well as Carnegie Hall and Disney World. He directed a Christian Counseling practice in Delaware and Pennsylvania before accepting Gods call to join the staff at Grace in October, 2015. She has also served as the mathematics department chair, TAPPS Academic Coordinator, and. Jennifer Gray Community service outreach coordinator Gracecommunity1101@yahoo.com (585)402-1810. Call 211 or 1-877- 356-9211. Through those ministry experiences, God captured her heart for vocational ministry. Strike up a conversation. We exist to help people locate Gods direction for their life, We do us, not I. Following TJC, Melissa then attended Baylor University in Waco, Texas, and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Public Relations. Danny started teaching at Grace in 2007. He and his wife, Amber, have two daughters, Alexis and Emory. She and her husband, Lanny, have worked in Christian schools in Texas, Alabama, and Tennessee. She has been with Grace Community School since 2015, serving in academic services in the elementary. Morgan has been a part of the upper campus Academic Success Center since 2021. She began teaching at Grace Community School in 2000 as a third grade teacher, but left in 2005 to be a stay-at-home-mom. You may have seen her around Grace at the Connecting Place, serving at different events, or pushing a cart full of goodies around the church lobby! Her four children have attended or are currently attending GCS: Seth, Class of 2011, Sarah, Class of 2012, Kate, Class of 2019, and Kaden will graduate in 2022.. Emma received her bachelors degree from Stephen F. Austin State University in 2019. Prior to her work at Grace Community School, she worked for the East Texas Food Bank for nearly ten years and KLTV, an ABC affiliate, as a television reporter. Sarah has taught high school English at Grace Community School since 2021. . Sun Valley, CA 91352, MF 8:00 am5:00 pm Just mention:God opportunities, picturesque hiking trails and relationships! She first taught at Grace from 1999-2003 before marrying husband, Brad, and moving to Dallas. He played college football at Ouachita Baptist University and received his Masters Degree as a Graduate Assistant Coach at Delta State University. She began working with children at an early age; her first job was at a local gym and then expanded to babysitting and nannying for those families. He also writes a weekly blog on spiritual, education, cultural, and parenting issues. 7. She enjoys spending time with family and friends outdoors, traveling, andgardening. Wednesday Night Prayer: 7:00 pm. Daniels passion is to see teens transformed and know Jesus and live a life that follows His example. You can find him spending time with his family, cheering on one of their kids at a sports game. more agency info Program Categories. She has been married to her husband, Randy, for 34 years. Just mention: Im passionate to see Gods people rise to their fullest potential as his beloved children growing in the character of Christ and using their God-given gifts to serve and bless others. Russell McLennan is so pleased to be part of the Grace Community School family. One of his favorite sayings is from Edwin Markum: There is a destiny that makes us brothers, none goes his way alone, whatever we put into the lives of others we get back in our own., Strike up a conversation. He received his B.S.. Devan comes to Grace from Brentwood Christian School in Austin, Texas, where he has been serving as associate athletic director, teacher, and head girls basketball coach for the last 18 years. Jennifer serves as elementary principal. She and her husband, Greg, have 8 children, and their youngest will be attending Grace. Jessica received her bachelors degree in Mathematics from the University of Texas at Tyler and her masters degree in Mathematics from Stephen F. Austin State University. 1101 Norton Street . He began his Master of Divinity degree at Westminster Theological Seminary in 2018 and is now seeking to finish his degree online. Marsha lived in Lindale for 19 years before moving to Montana, but recently moved back to Tyler in June of 2022. Chris joined our coaching staffin 2022 and is the Director of Tennis at the Cascades Country Club. They enjoy serving the middle school and high school students at their church and being a part of their. Karla has been in Christian education since 2006 and has served at GCS since 2019. Coach Smith says of his soccer girls, I always want to be someone they see as a strong Christian Husband and Father. There, she co-published a paper with a professor in the Department of Education validating an instrument to assess cognitive test anxiety in students, advocating the need for interventions for those scoring on the moderate to severe levels. She and her husband, Mark, have one son who graduated from Grace in 2016 and twin daughters who graduated from Grace in 2019. Jeff has worked as a high school teacher since 1991 and started at Grace Community School in 1997. They currently serve on the CRU staff at SFA in Nacogdoches, TX. Before joining Grace, she taught middle school English and writing after graduating from A&M in 1992. Karolyn and her husband, Jeff, have two children at Grace Community School. Sarah earned her bachelors degree in Biochemistry and Cellular Biology from the University of California, San Diego. Todd grew up in Tyler and has been teaching History and Literature at private schools in east Texas and St. Paul, Minnesota for twenty years. She and her family love traveling, spending time with family and friends, going to sporting events and musicals, and attending church at Grace Community Church. She has taught at Oscar Hamilton Elementary and Foreman High School in Foreman, AR. In her spare time, she enjoys shopping, cooking, and attending Aggie football games. She has been married to her husband, Aaron, for 11 years and they have two daughters, Haley (6) and Gentry (4). She has over 30 years of classroom teaching experience and is currently teaching junior English, including AP English Language and Composition. Sarah has been an elementary public school teacher for the last 17 years. Meet Our Staff. She enjoys spending time with her family, running, and baking! Lakewood Ranch Sat @ 5pm and Sun @ 8:30am, 10am, & 11:30am Online Sat @ 5pm and Sun @ 10am & 11:30am Get Involved Strike up a conversation. He has been in student ministry for a total of 10 years. Ric has been teaching history at the high school level since 2012, and has been with Grace Community School since 2015. 6. John has taught high school math at Grace Community School since 2021. Tasha has worked as a secondary English teacher since 1993 at Christian schools in Little Rock, Arkansas; Fort Worth, Texas; Austin, Texas, and Jackson, Tennessee, and has also taught public school in Beebe, Arkansas. She earned her bachelors degree in Broadcast Communication from the University of Texas at Arlington, a masters degree in Human Resource Development from the University of Texas at Tyler, and her doctorate in Educational Leadership from Dallas Baptist University. She received her bachelors degree in elementary education from Harding University. Joanne has been a stay at home mom for many years and has worked in various companies working in office administration. Since he has been at Grace, the instrumental program has. Jason received his B.S. Stephanie joined Grace Community School in 2021 as the athletics assistant, high school bible teacher, and middle school volleyball coach. Anna began her teaching career in public education for three years in Tyler, Texas. Judy has been a teaching since 1988 and joined Grace Community School in 1992 as elementary music teacher, fourth grade teacher, and is currently the fifth grade humanities teacher. Morgan has been a part of the upper campus Academic Success Center since 2021. Her experience includes preschool music and curriculum writing, admissions director, pre-kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 6th, 7th, 8th, and junior/senior girls Bible. (But he still loves students!). She is blessed with two children and four grandchildren that call her Sassy. Since Rhonda began her career in early childhood education, she has seen lots of children come and go. Montrose CO. 81401 (970) 249-5306 Copyright 2023, Grace Community Church || Montrose CO. All Rights Reserved. Sabillon is a Two-Time All-American at Meridian Community College (1995-1996), as well as a 2012 NJCAA Hall Of Fame Inductee. Kelley and her husband have been married for 31 years, and they are blessed with two children, two children-in-law and two grandsons. Marsha lived in Lindale for 19 years before moving to Montana, but recently moved back to Tyler in June of 2022. She and her husband, Frank, have six children, four of whom have graduated from GCS. The staff and families love big, support each other in the good and hard times. Melissa received a bachelors in Art from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and a secondary teaching certificate from Judson University in Elgin, Illinois. Whether you're new and want more information, you need prayer, want to learn about baptismor want to connectwe are here for you. For Employers. Nicole Lyons. He is a regular contributor to Christian School Education and the ACSI and CESA blogs. At Grace Church, we are committed to the pattern established in the New Testament, and we thank the Lord for the qualified, able men who provide pastoral and administrative oversight to our church family. She attends Green Acres Baptist Church, and loves to travel, draw, and swim in her spare time. Theyve been married for 23 years and have two wonderful children Madison and Hudson. She has served in the Grace Kids ministry, helped lead a community group, and served as a deacon during that time. Ms. Bice loves introducing young people to theater in the middle school program as well as teaching, M.A., University of Houston at Clear Lake City. Norman and Mary Ann are both active at First Baptist Church in Lindale. Learn More about baptism. in Political Science from Texas A&M University. began in ministry about 30 years ago as a youth pastor. Grace Community Church - Kicking the Darkness in the Northeast Welcome We're glad you're here Church Online Take your Next Steps! Sarah has taught atGrace Community Schoolsince2012 after relocating to Tyler from California. She and her husband of 20 years have three children who attend GCS: Joshua, Micah, and Jesse. Spanish, Head Soccer Coach & Equity and Inclusion Coordinator, Josue joins Grace Community School again in 2017. Josue has been the Grace Mens Soccer Head Coach since 2017. Angie and her husband,. Strike up a conversion. Sherri joined Grace Community School in 1997 and has taught 26 years overall. He is an experienced track and football coach, and he previously served as the head varsity football coach at Grace Community School from 2006 to 2017. and M.S.. She started at Grace in 2010 as the ninth grade World History/Geography teacher. Edwards has been an educator for 36 years and has recently retired from public education where coached at Harmony High School for the past 10 years with Coach Russell. The Hagues love sports, (particularly baseball) and travel. Elder/Pastor Dylan Pepper - Dylan has been serving as our Pastor since June of 2015. Kathy is proud to help her husband Jeff, also a Grace teacher, with all of the responsibilities of the GCS Drum Line. He has been married to Mrs. Radcliffe since the summer of 2013. Strike up a conversation. He received a bachelors degree from Mississippi State University where he met his wife, Michelle, who is a Grace alum. Nathanael really enjoys golf, but hes really bad at it! After 5 years of serving in youth ministry, he was asked to serve as the childrens pastor, which he loved for over 3 years. He will also serve as the middle school mens head basketball coach and the assistant high school softball coach. Stephanie received her bachelors degree in Child Development and Family Living from Stephen F. Austin State University and her masters degree in Library and Information Science from the University of North Texas. She enjoys volunteering in the childrens ministry and most recently, she is loving the Mama Bear Apologetics group with Grace Moms. Christine serves as the Worship and Creative Arts Director at Grace. Grace University & Academic Success Center, Taylor joined Grace Community School in 2021 and teaches seventh grade at Grace University. 5. Highlights of Coach Lathams career include Coach of the Year 15 times; National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Section VII (comprised of the states of Arizona, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah and California) Boys Track Coach of the Year; California CIF Model Coach of the Year; High School Sports Association of San Diego Athletic Director Award; Award of Merit form the San Diego Starters Association, and awarded the National City, CA, Mayor Award. He has taught 8th grade US history, been an assistant coach for boys varsity basketball, and has coached cross country and track. Katie studied theater and music at Tyler Junior College and Stephen F. Austin State University before beginning a career teaching middle school theater in Whitehouse and Waco. Hes currently entering his 14th year as the Varsity Girls Soccer Coach at Grace Community High School, where he has 7 district titles and Regional appearances, 4 Final Four appearances, and 2 State Championships. And GraceKids (it is a big part of who I am!). Her oldest son, Payton, graduated from high school,. She has also served as the mathematics department chair, TAPPS Academic Coordinator, and TAPPS Mathematics Coach. . She served as a team captain on the cheer team while pursuing a degree in Studio Art Graphic Design. Rhonda knows that children are a gift from God and believes that she is blessed to share the love of a child each day! Fax: 775-747 . He enjoys digging into the Word and spending time with his brothers and sisters in Christ. She is married to Trey, and they have two daughters, Caitieand Sadie. She also taught four years of computer at the elementary campus. He started out in student ministries, but over the last ten years, God has called him to work more with adults and families. in Music Technology at UMBC. He and Peggy, his wife of 20 years, have two daughters Sydney & Sophia. Outside of work, she enjoys knitting, gardening, and the family pet, a chiweenie, named Luna. in Theology from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. in Theology from the University of Manchester, UK. Top. Violas passion to help others is realized in her role daily. The Linville family are active members at Green Acres Baptist Church. He earned his bachelors degree in Mathematics from Stephen F. Austin State University.