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Join us for a unified service at 10 am for the whole church.  Like every Sunday we will worship and study the Bible but at the end of this Sunday's service Pastor Josh will give an opportunity to all who would like to be baptized to come take this vital step of faith.  It is good to share this joyous time with our families so k-5th grade and students will be delivered back to their parents just before the baptisms begin.  

Fellowship & Food Afterwards

The church is providing hot dogs after the worship service.  If you can, bring a potluck or side dish to share. The indoor play area will be open after the service for the kids to have fun and make a friend.

Where

Our worship service will be in our normal auditorium with a warm baptismal set up near the front. After the service food will be enjoyed in outdoor gathering area right next to the entrance to the Indoor Play Area.

What Is Baptism

Baptism is an outward display of an inward decision for Christ.  It is the first step in showing others the faith God has put in your heart, and an outward sign to your friends, family, and church that you associate with Jesus Christ in His death and resurrection.   If you haven't personally taken this step of faith, we encourage you to do so. 

Who Should Be Baptized

The Bible teaches that all who believe should receive both baptism, and communion, with the body of believers as a part of the local church as a declaration of faith.  So if you believe, but haven’t taken this step of faith, we invite you to be baptized at the end of this worship service.

What About Babies?  

In the Bible, there is no record of babies being baptized.  So at GraceBuilt, baptism is for those old enough to have a personal faith in God -- around 5 years old or older.  If you were baptized as a baby -- not because of personal faith, but because of someone else's decision -- we encourage you to be baptized as an expression of your own decision for Christ.

What If I Have Been Baptized Before?

If you were baptized in the past but lacked personal understanding or faith we encourage you to be baptized as an expression of your personal belief in God.

What To Bring

• Wear regular clothes.  Towels will be provided, you are welcome to bring a change of clothing.
• Bring friends and family.
• If you can, bring a dish to share for the potluck.

 Josh Akin

Questions? Contact us at

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Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

Where

When   

Leaders 

Jordan & Midori Gibson

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

Ladies, ages 16 and up, we pray you will join us for a time of prayer, Bible study, food and friendship.  We will explore how God can shape us to be more like Jesus. Our gathering will begin with food and fellowship, followed by an icebreaker with introductions. Then, Claire will lead a Bible study, after which we’ll have a time of sharing and prayer before we close.  Let our hearts would be knit together in Christ.

Who

Women age 16 and up.

What To Bring

Your Bible, a friend, and a snack to share.

Where

We will meet in the admin area. That is the room to the left of the sanctuary.

When

Saturday, September 28th, from 1-3 p.m.

Leader

Claire Akin

Claire is the wife of Josh Akin and mom to their four children.  She has lived in the area since 2001.  Claire gave her life to Jesus in 1998 and has loved studying God's Word, applying it personally to her own life, and leading Bible gatherings for women.  There is nothing Claire loves more than hearing personal testimonies about Jesus from other women.  She also enjoys teaching children, toddlers and babies about Jesus at church, at work, and in her community.  Claire is a homemaker and works outside of the home part-time, so can relate to both working women and stay-at-home mamas.  Her hobbies include inventing new recipes which garner mixed reviews, devouring boring scientific studies with vigor, and watching LOTR (aka napping on the couch) on Sundays after church.

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

Help your church make a difference in the drug epidemic wreaking havoc across our region, by helping us support our sister church Calvary Chapel of Kensington as they build a ministry base amidst the poverty, hunger, and devastating impact of widespread drug abuse. Join us for an overnight mission trip where we’ll work alongside God’s family to demolish and clean out two buildings. These spaces will be repurposed to create jobs and provide affordable housing for the community, specifically benefiting the brothers and sisters of Calvary Chapel of Kensington's Rock Ministries.

*More details to come as the date draws closer.   This information is to help you begin planning and preparing for the fall trip.

What To Expect Each Day

Friday we’ll depart from GraceBuilt promptly at 5 pm. The journey is a 5+ hour drive, providing an excellent opportunity for us to connect and get to know one another.  Upon arrival in Kensington, we’ll gather for prayer before resting for the night.  Calvary Chapel Kensington will provide cots/air mattresses and house us in separate Sunday school rooms for boys and girls. Showers are downstairs.
Saturday will be a workday.  We'll start with a 7am breakfast, then tour the facilities and pray together.  We will then do demolition and cleaning.  Unskilled and skilled workers are needed.  We break for lunch, then get back to working together till about 4 PM. At 4 PM we clean up, reserving time to pray over one another so we can get on the road by 5 PM, arriving back at GraceBuilt roughly around 10 PM.

Demolition tasks include:

• removing utilities,
• removing plumbing,
• removing electric components, and
• removing an old boiler system.
• Additionally, we’ll take down all wall finishes, including drywall and plaster.

Who

What To Bring

• A desire to love and serve God and His people.
• An overnight bag (with towel, change of clothes, toiletries).
• Sheets, sleeping bag, pillows, etc.
• Boots/shoes appropriate for demolition and cleaning.
• A Bible and a journal or notebook for your thoughts.
• Food for the 5+ hour drive to and from Calvary Chapel Kensington.

Optional Items to Bring

• Please bring the following tools/equipment if you have them:
• Sledgehammer: For breaking down walls and pounding through concrete.
• Pry Bar: Ideal for separating materials like drywall, framing, tile, and concrete.
• Pliers: Useful for removing old fasteners, nails with sheared-off heads, or screws that can’t be pried out.
• Nail Puller: To remove stubborn nails while minimizing damage to materials.
• Snips: For cutting through sheet metal (useful in HVAC duct removal).
• Hammer: For removing tile or tearing out drywall.
• Demo Fork: For prying apart old flooring or roof shingles.
• Screwdrivers: For delicate demolition work like removing electrical outlets or damaged floorboards.
• Safety Gear: Including safety glasses, hard hat, dust mask or respirator, and gloves.
  Electric Tools:
• Reciprocating Saw: With the right blade, for cutting through wood, iron, plaster, plastic, or stone.
• Circular Saw: For cutting through wood.

If you are able to bring any of these, please let us know when you RSVP below

Cost

$0 - Lodging and meals while we are in Kensington are being provided by Calvary Chapel Kensington!

• If the Lord leads you to help towards the cost of fuel for the trip do so here: https://www.gracebuilt.org/give/
• If God puts on your heart to bless our sister church please do so online here:
  https://form-renderer-app.donorperfect.io/give/the-rock-philly/donate

Sign-Up

• R.S.V.P. by emailing Include name and age. Deadline to RSVP is September 22nd.
• Permission/Medical Release form Middle School and High School students, please fill out, sign and bring this permission form with you. We will collect them before we depart. Click here to print this form. Paper copies are available at the Connection Table.

Where

Calvary Chapel Kensington
2755 Kensington Avenue
Philadelphia, PA, 19134

When

Drop-off:  October 4th in front of GraceBuilt Church office, to leave promptly by 5pm.  Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pick-up:  October 5th in front of GraceBuilt Church office, around 10pm.
***CCK is about 5+ hour drive from GraceBuilt.***

PS.

If you are able to drive your vehicle to help with travel please let us know.
Reach out to us with any questions,

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

Fall Tailgate: Friends, Food & Fire

Get to know your Christian Family!
- Bring easy-to-handle, individual bites food! Be creative, and bring your favorite, or unique food that celebrates our unique backgrounds.
- Lay a blanket in your trunk or truck bed, share the food you bring!
- Have fun and decorate your tailgate area!
- Cornhole tournament with prizes!
- We'll have a bonfire and worship and testimonies near the end. 

Who

All are invited & bring a friend too.

GraceBuilt Parking lot. 

When   

On October 2nd. Start setting up food at 5:45 & start eating at 6! 

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

Ladies, ages 16 and up, join us for a time of fellowship, Bible study, and prayer. We will explore how God can shape us to be more like Jesus. Our gathering will begin with food and fellowship, followed by an icebreaker with introductions. Then, Claire will lead a Bible study, after which we’ll have a time of sharing and prayer before we close.

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

Join us for a casual evening enjoying a trunk or treat for the littles, the indoor play area for the teens, and bonfire and fellowship for everyone.

Who

All are invited & bring a friend!

GraceBuilt Parking lot. 

When   

On October 31st.  7-8pm

Who

Where

In the Auditorium, also known as our Worship Center.

When   

Saturday, November 2nd

• 9:00 - 10:00: Open with prayer and begin breakfast.
• 10:00 - 10:30: Bible Reading and Teaching
• 10:30 - 11:00 Discussion with a focus on personal, day-to-day application of the teaching.
• We wrap up our time in prayer. Those who can help with the demolition and reorganizing work should bring any tools they have to help.

Leader

Pastor Josh

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

A fun event gathering women to decorate the church for the many Christmas outreaches.  We’ll be setting up Christmas trees, wreaths, and lights. Come enjoy the Christmas cheer, and homemade cookies!

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

Join us for a Christmas worship night focused on Jesus to start the Christmas season right. This is a wonderful opportunity to invite friends and family, who normally don't come to our church. The GraceBuilt Worship Arts team will lead us in a special night of Christmas-centered worship music, with a simple gospel message celebrating the Christmas season from Pastor Josh. 

Christmas Fun!

Before and after our worship time enjoy:

• Christmas Treats Competition Station, come and sample the entries and vote for the best. 
• Smores at the outside fire.
• Hot Chocolate Station.
• Friends and Family Photo Area. We'll take a Christmas photo of you and your family that you can share. 
• Nursery 0-4 years and kids ministry for ages 5-11 will be provided.
• Elementary age children 1st - 5th grade will be invited to sit with their family in the sanctuary.
• Our comfy Mother's Room will be available for mothers who like to sit with their infants and be a part of the service.

Who

Bring the whole family and invite a friend.

When

Saturday December 7th at 6pm

Pastor

Josh Akin

If you have any questions please contact us at

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

Join us for a special worship gathering this Christmas Eve 5:30pm.  This service will feature special music, candles, and a Christmas message that will help all ages learn about Jesus -- perfect for young and old seeking Christ this Christmas.  

• Elementary age children 1st - 5th grade will be invited to sit with their family in the sanctuary.
• GraceBuilt Nursery will be open for children ages 0 - 5 years.   
• Our comfy Mother's Room will be available for mothers who like to sit with their infants and be a part of the service.

Who

Bring the whole family and invite a friend.

When

Tuesday December 24th, 5:30pm - 6:45pm 

Pastor

Josh Akin

If you have any questions please contact us at

One Service Sunday

End-Of-Year Sunday - 10 am service only. 

Join us for a special worship and Bible teaching that highlights the many fulfilled prophecies we have seen in 2024, and what to look for in the 2025. Come and learn with us, so we can live with hope and expectant hearts. Also, to thank and give a little rest to the many volunteers at GraceBuilt we will hold only one 10 am service. Nursery and kids ministry will be available for ages 0-11.  All youth group age children (6th- 12th grade) will meet for games, Bible study and discussion with Jordan and Midori. 

PS: Start the new year right, and establish a year of putting Jesus first with your whole family.

Who

Everyone who wants to learn more about Jesus. Invite a friend too!

What

We will have one service taught directly from the Bible and the worship team will lead us with heartfelt modern music.

Where

Parents check your children ages 0-11 years in at the children's department with our ministry-approved teachers.  They will have age-appropriate lessons, crafts and games for the children.  Our nursery children are read a Bible story and have a craft that is age appropriate for them as well.  Youth group age children (6th- 12th grade) will meet in the admin office for their Bible study, games and discussion time. The admin room is the door to the left of the sanctuary.  

When

One Service at 10am.

Pastor

Josh Akin

If you have any questions please contact us at

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every 2nd  Tuesday of the month, 6:30 pm -7:30 pm 

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host

2 Chronicles 7:14

Where

We meet in the Admin Room, just to the left of the Worship Center.

When   

Every Wednesday 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Host