Matthew 28:18–20
[18] And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. [19] Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, [20] teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
We desire every member to gather EVERY Sunday in Corporate Worship and spend time daily in Personal Worship.
Hebrews 10:24–25
[24] And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, [25] not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near.
John 15:5
[5] I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.
Worship is the natural response of those who have been redeemed by Jesus Christ. We worship because by God’s sovereign grace we have recognized God’s glory revealed in Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit. Biblical worship renews our minds, transforms our hearts, and stirs our affections toward God. We equip believers to worship through word-centered worship in both corporate and personal worship.
- Gather on Sundays for Corporate Worship.
- Each Sunday morning we read the Bible, sing songs focused on exalting Christ, pray corporately, give our offerings, and listen to expository preaching. Read more about Sunday worship.
- At various times throughout the year we also see the gospel through the two ordinances of the church, Baptism and the Lord’s Supper.
- Spend Time Daily in Personal Worship.
- Personal worship is daily studying, reading, memorizing, and meditating upon God’s word and time in prayer.
We desire every member to gather for accountability in Discipleship Groups.
Proverbs 27:17
Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.
Why DGroups? Our leadership feels strongly that DGroups are an integral part of the life of our church as we aim to obey our Lord Jesus Christ and follow him in being discipled so we might make disciples (Matthew 28:18-20).
Who makes up a DGroup? Discipleship Groups are for believers primarily at Grace Hill Church and secondarily for believers outside our church. These are small groups of 5 or less. DGroups typically have a DGroup leader and between 2-4 members.
How do DGroups Work? By following a Scripture reading/journaling plan, Scripture memorization plan, and having consistent accountability. Most importantly, Discipleship Group Leaders open up their lives up for their DGroup member(s). All of this is tailored differently for each group.
When & Where do DGroups Meet? DGroups meet regularly (once a week or every other week) for six months at an agreed upon location by the DGroup Leader and member(s).
Please contact Pastor Spencer at spencer@gracehillchatham.com if you are interested in being a part of a Discipleship Group.
We desire every member to gather TOGETHER WITH THEIR CHURCH COMMUNITY FOR FELLOWSHIP AND BIBLE STUDY.
Acts 2:42–47
[42] And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. [43] And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. [44] And all who believed were together and had all things in common. [45] And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. [46] And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, [47] praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved. (ESV)
Community Groups are an essential component of life at Grace Hill Church whereby we seek to accomplish three purposes/goals:
1) Foster biblical gospel community
2) Participate in mutual discipleship
3) Spur one another to evangelism and disciple-making
CG generally meet on a weekly basis. They are a smaller expression of our church. Currently, we have six CGs.
We desire every member to live on Mission.
Matthew 28:18–20
[18] And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. [19] Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, [20] teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”
We believe it is not only about being a disciple of Christ but that we are to go and make disciples. Making disciples happens in our homes, the church, your school and workplace, community, with our neighbors, and to every nation. We intentionally seek out others in order to proclaim the gospel and make disciples. We seek to be a church that’s makes disciples in Pittsboro and to the ends of the earth!