Grand Rapids Evangelical Free Church
Evangelical Free /Church in Grand Rapids, MN
In Pathfinders kids age 3 through grade 5 learn about God in a kid-centered, warm, nurturing and well-supervised program. Loving adults provide accurate instruction and application of God's Word, Prayer, and Fun! Pathfinders is available Sept-May most Sunday mornings during our 9:00 am service. We ask parents/caregivers to sign in their kid(s) before the services […]
The goal of the BRICK Bible Foundations Class is to help 6th & 7th grade students develop a greater understanding of the “big picture” of God’s story. Students follow this program for two years, one year focusing on the Old Testament and one year focusing on the New Testament. In 2023 BRICK will focus on […]
Jr. High & Sr. High Students meet on Sunday evenings as two separate groups: Students entering grades 6-8 gather for games, worship, large group teaching and small group discussion. Students entering grades 9-12 gather for worship, Bible reading, group discussion and prayer. Both of our youth groups focus on what it means to be a […]
Come to grow in community with other men, grow in your relationship with God the Father, and grow in Biblical knowledge. This weekly gathering will include a short video with engaging teaching from leading Men's Christian speakers and teachers followed by guided small group discussion. Men will be separated into smaller groups within the same […]
The Discover GREFC Membership Class helps individuals learn more about GREFC, themselves, and how together we can do amazing things in the name of God! New Class Format! When you sign up for the class you should pick up a Membership Booklet that covers all the material. We ask that you read through the workbook, […]
We invite the entire church to join us on Wednesday evenings for a great meal and connection time (it isn't just for those families participating in Wednesday evening programming). Each week we serve a delicious meal suitable for the whole family. All meals will have a dairy- and gluten-free option, and we strive for all […]
Groups are a focus of our church and so it makes sense that our kids would be in them, too! Groups of 4-8 boys or girls meet each week with their leader (preschoolers are all together in one big group). Leaders and kids spend 45 minutes talking about life and God, learning from various curriculum, […]
GREFC serves as a host site in our community for Women's Bible Study Fellowship (BSF). BSF is a 9-month weekly Bible study with a video teaching segment, small group discussion and weekly reading and assignments. Each year, Bible Study Fellowship groups focus on a different book or section of the Bible over 30 weekly sessions. […]
Even if you already consider us your home church, if you're newer within the last 6 months we encourage you to attend this get-to-know-you event. New Faces Lunch is an opportunity for you to meet and interact with other newer families along with the pastor, elders and staff over a meal. Hear a little bit […]
The goal of the BRICK Bible Foundations Class is to help 6th & 7th grade students develop a greater understanding of the “big picture” of God’s story. Students follow this program for two years, one year focusing on the Old Testament and one year focusing on the New Testament. In 2023 BRICK will focus on […]
In Pathfinders kids age 3 through grade 5 learn about God in a kid-centered, warm, nurturing and well-supervised program. Loving adults provide accurate instruction and application of God's Word, Prayer, and Fun! Pathfinders is available Sept-May most Sunday mornings during our 9:00 am service. We ask parents/caregivers to sign in their kid(s) before the services […]
Jr. High & Sr. High Students meet on Sunday evenings as two separate groups: Students entering grades 6-8 gather for games, worship, large group teaching and small group discussion. Students entering grades 9-12 gather for worship, Bible reading, group discussion and prayer. Both of our youth groups focus on what it means to be a […]
The big blue bus will be parked in our parking lot and will be taking appointments to donate blood on Monday, May 6th from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. Swing by on your lunch hour or after work to donate life saving blood. Click here to sign up for a time online. Primary Blood Drive […]
We are exploring several possibilities for how to lead our Children's Ministries next year. On Monday, May 6th we will be exploring having the entire ministry being led by volunteers. We are hosting an open meeting for anyone interested in volunteering as a leader in one of these areas: Children's Ministry Team Director Nursery Team […]
Better Together is a retirement-age group that meets the first Tuesday of each month and is focused on socializing and prayer. Anyone of retirement age is invited to participate. Bring your own beverage and, if you feel led, a treat to share with the group. Each time together may look a little different with options […]
All women are invited to join our evening Bible study in Room 106 (the Barn Door Room) every other Tuesday from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. The group will watch the video study together followed by discussion. When purchasing the study book you will also receive links to stream the videos. This comes in handy […]
Families of kids who've participated in our Kid Groups this past year are invited for a night of fun activities as we celebrate the great year we've had together. We'll enjoy an ice cream social and spend time outside playing. Kids must attend with at least one adult.
We invite the entire church to join us on Wednesday evenings for a great meal and connection time (it isn't just for those families participating in Wednesday evening programming). Each week we serve a delicious meal suitable for the whole family. All meals will have a dairy- and gluten-free option, and we strive for all […]
GREFC serves as a host site in our community for Women's Bible Study Fellowship (BSF). BSF is a 9-month weekly Bible study with a video teaching segment, small group discussion and weekly reading and assignments. Each year, Bible Study Fellowship groups focus on a different book or section of the Bible over 30 weekly sessions. […]
Get dressed up and plan to take a special photo with mom on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 12 after each service. We'll have the lights set up and a spring-themed photo backdrop. Michelle Schwake, Communications Coordinator, can use your own phone to take the photo or hers and she'll email you the next day.
In Pathfinders kids age 3 through grade 5 learn about God in a kid-centered, warm, nurturing and well-supervised program. Loving adults provide accurate instruction and application of God's Word, Prayer, and Fun! Pathfinders is available Sept-May most Sunday mornings during our 9:00 am service. We ask parents/caregivers to sign in their kid(s) before the services […]
Jr. High & Sr. High Students meet on Sunday evenings as two separate groups: Students entering grades 6-8 gather for games, worship, large group teaching and small group discussion. Students entering grades 9-12 gather for worship, Bible reading, group discussion and prayer. Both of our youth groups focus on what it means to be a […]
The Elders want to show our immense gratitude to everyone who has sacrificed their time and resources to forward God's Kingdom through the ministries at GREFC. Join us for a catered meal and a short message where we will express our heartfelt appreciation. RSVP We have sent the invites out and you should be getting […]
Each year we strive to honor our graduating seniors during the service. We'll show a video of all the graduates, pray over them, and the sermon will be directed toward them. Invite family and friends along or watch online! Parents of graduating seniors: Please have you graduate's scripture verse and photos into the church office […]
In Pathfinders kids age 3 through grade 5 learn about God in a kid-centered, warm, nurturing and well-supervised program. Loving adults provide accurate instruction and application of God's Word, Prayer, and Fun! Pathfinders is available Sept-May most Sunday mornings during our 9:00 am service. We ask parents/caregivers to sign in their kid(s) before the services […]
All women are invited to brunch in the community room on May 25. The morning will center primarily on connecting and building relationships with a short devotional included. Daughters, sisters, mothers, friends, etc., are invited as well. If you would like to bring a dish to share please sign up at the Welcome Center. If […]
You never really “arrive” at becoming a mature disciple maker. We are all called to continually grow deeper in our relationship with Jesus, to grow in love for others, to get better at blessing those around us and to increasingly share the love of Jesus with everyone. At GREFC we realize this through four key areas: Connect, Equip, Serve & Go!
