Bulletin

The Message

After Jesus had gone indoors, his disciples asked him privately, “Why couldn’t we drive it out?”

He replied, “This kind can come out only by prayer.”

Mark 9:28-29 (NIV)

Service Order

Welcome and Announcements

Songs of Worship & Praise

Congregational Prayer
Pastor Andrew Potts

Scripture
Mark 9:14-29

Sermon
Pastor Mike Sigman

Closing Song

Benediction

This Week's Schedule

FRIDAY (10/23)
5:00 PM – GCC Kids Fall Family Fun Night at Willow Street

SATURDAY (10/24)
4:00 PM – Worship Rehearsal

SUNDAY (10/25)
12:30 PM – 18-24 Lunch
2:00 PM – Financial Peace University
6:30 PM – HS Youth

MONDAY (10/26)
7:00 PM – 18-24 Men’s Bible Study (at Bianchi’s home)
7:00 PM – Men’s Ministry
7:00 PM -Women’s Ministry

TUESDAY (10/27)
9:00 AM – Women’s Ministry
6:30 PM – Grief Care
7:00 PM – Missions Commission Meeting
7:00 PM – New Believer Class
7:00 PM – Prison Ministry Meeting

WEDNESDAY (10/28)
10:00 AM – Revelation Bible Study
6:30 PM – JH Youth

THURSDAY (10/29)
6:00 AM – Men’s Ministry
6:00 PM – Outpour Kids
6:30 PM – Contemporary Worship Rehearsal
6:30 PM – How the Bible Came to Be (at Quarryville)
6:30 PM – How to Write a Devotional
6:30 PM – Ministry Council Meeting
7:00 PM – Men of Sexual Integrity
7:00 PM – Outpour Teens
7:00 PM – Revelation Bible Study

FRIDAY (10/30)
5:30 PM – GCC Youth Barn Party (off-site)

SATURDAY (10/24)
9:00 AM – 18-24 Auto Maintenance Workshop & Donuts (off-site)
4:00 PM – Worship Rehearsal

Daily Bible Reading List

FRI (10/23) – John 7-8

SAT (10/24) – John 9:1-10:21

SUN (10/25) – Luke 10-11, John 10:22-42

MON (10/26) – Luke 12-13

TUE (10/27) – Luke 14-15

WED (10/28) – Luke 16-17:10

THU (10/29) – John 11

FRI (10/30) – Luke 17:11-18:14

SAT (10/31) – Matthew 19, Mark 10

SUN (11/1) – Matthew 20-21

MON (11/2) – Luke 18:15-19:48

TUE (11/3) – Mark 11, John 12

upcoming at GCC

October is Pastor Appreciation Month

Take a moment this month to let our GCC pastors know how much you appreciate them. A simple note of encouragement can mean a lot. Let’s thank them for faithfully sharing God’s Word, caring for our church family, and serving our community.

Support Groups

gccws.net/support

You don’t have to walk through sickness, loss, or grief alone. Find encouragement in those who want to stand alongside you through GCC’s support groups. Details on GriefCare, Cancer Support, Hope Beyond Estrangement, Dementia Care, and Men of Sexual Integrity are online.

End-of-Year Giving Options

brandi@gccws.net

You can support GCC’s ministry through end-of-year stock transfers or IRA donations. If you’re interested in this unique giving option, contact Brandi Wenger for details: 717.464.5333 or brandi@gccws.net.

18-24 Fall Events

gccws.net/18-24

Lots of opportunities are available for 18-24 year-olds to meet new friends and build community! Check out details and register for Auto Maintenance Workshop & Donuts online.

Guatemala Team

gccws.net/missiontrips

Interested in serving on GCC’s short-term medical mission team to Guatemala this March? If you are an MD, PA, NP, pharmacist, therapist, nurse, Spanish speaker, or hairdresser, this trip could be for you. Details and registration are online by November 2.

GCC Kids Fall Family Fun Night

gccws.net/events

Families with kids are invited to participate in this “Trunk-or-Treat” event on Friday, October 23, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Willow Street. Enjoy hot dogs and snacks and have some fall fun gathering treats through the parking lot! Kids are invited to come in costume (nothing scary). Sign up online to attend or to register your car.

Water Street Food Drive

This November, you can support local people experiencing homelessness and poverty through Water Street Mission’s annual food drive. Drop off your contributions in the GCC Main Lobby from November 1 through November 29. A list of items will be available at a table in the lobby.

GCC Kids Christmas Musical

gccws.net/events

On Friday, December 11, GCC Kids in Kindergarten–5th grade are invited to participate in Fear Not Factor, a fun-filled 40-minute Christmas musical where Mary, Joseph, angels, and a few simple shepherds discover the wonder of God’s perfect plan. Ensemble Registration Deadline is October 25. Details and registration are online.

Tell Me More

gccws.net/events

Tell Me More is designed to help you learn more about GCC. In this session, from 3:00 pm to 5:30 pm on Sunday, November 8, you’ll explore GCC’s history, core values, and biblical foundations. Register online.

Outpour Kids Worship Concert

Mark your calendar for the Outpour Kids & Teens Worship Concert, following their 8-week training in song and spirit. This free event is scheduled for Friday, November 13, at 7:00 pm. No registration is required.

Turkey Bowl 2.0

gccws.net/events

Students, your families, and 18-24s are invited to participate in the GCC Annual Turkey Bowl on Saturday, November 21, at the LS High School Lower Turf Field. The day starts with a Students and Parents game, followed by a Tailgate Brunch, with the 18-24 group game finishing out the afternoon. Activities start at 9:00 am. Details and registration are online.

Annual Congregational Meeting

If GCC is your church home, you’re invited to attend the Annual Congregational Meeting on Sunday, November 22, at 6:30 pm. The agenda includes a presentation and vote on the 2027 budget and the election of a Ministry Council member. Report packets will be available in the main lobby in November. Registration is not required.

Thanksgiving Eve Service

Celebrate and give thanks at the annual Thanksgiving Eve Worship and Bread Feast on November 25. Worship begins at 7:00 pm, followed by a feast of homemade breads and spreads. Bring your favorite sliced bread and spread to share. Nursery for infants through age 4 is available during the worship service.

serve - support

Join the Team
gccws.net/volunteer
Serving at a local church is one of the best ways to meet new people and build meaningful connections. Check out all the teams online and find your spot to serve!
 

Serving Local

gccws.net/prisonmin
GCC Prison Ministry invites you to join the team to support and care for Lancaster Prison inmates and their families. More information is available online or at the Connect Center.

 
Support Groups

You don’t have to walk through sickness, loss, or grief alone. Be encouraged by those who want to stand alongside you through GCC’s support groups.

 
Dementia Care Support Group

Dementia Care is a place where caregivers for loved ones with dementia can be encouraged and resourced to care well for their loved ones. Led by Registered Nurse Jean Langenbach, this group meets on the third Sunday of each month at 12:30 pm. Details are online.

connect with gcc

Classes & Studies to Help You Grow
gccws.net/classes
GCC offers adult classes on a variety of topics, applying biblical truths to life. Learn more online about available classes.
 
Recharge Devotional
gccws.net/recharge
Recharge is a weekly, Scripture-based devotional written by members of the GCC family. Subscribe to receive Recharge devotionals by email to be encouraged and uplifted in your spiritual walk.

 
Email Newsletter Signup
Sign up for GCC’s church-wide email newsletter to stay current and connected with upcoming church events and activities.
 

GCC App

Download GCC’s Church Center App from the App Store or Google Play to view the bulletin, register for events, request prayer, check in your entire family to services quickly and easily when attending on-site or watching online, and more. Then, search for Grace Community Church and log in. Contact the church office with any questions.

 
Watch GCC Services Live Online
GCC streams its worship services live Saturdays at 6:00 pm and Sundays at 8:00 and 9:15 am at live.gccws.net. Or you can visit gccws.net/servicearchive to watch the recording of past services.
 
Know and Follow Podcast

By subscribing to GCC’s messages podcast, you can play the latest sermon at home, in the car, at the gym, or whenever and wherever you listen to podcasts. Or, every two weeks, join a conversation about finding and following Jesus in your day-to-day life through the Know & Follow podcast. Subscribe at gccws.net/podcast.