Sunday Recap—December 15

SERMON RECAP

December 15, 2024 || Isaiah 50:4-10 || Walt Alexander

Song of Comfort and Joy

MAIN POINT: Fear not, our Lord Jesus saves his peopeople eternally through perfect obedience.

  1. Jesus obeys truly (v.4).

  2. Jesus obeys completely (v.5-7).

  3. Jesus obeys perfectly (v.8-9).

Christmas Eve Service

Mark your calendars and invite your friends and neighbors to the Christmas Eve Service at TWU’s Townsend Auditorium from 5-6pm.

Advent Series

Join with us during the month of December as we read through the book of Isaiah for the Advent season.  Remember to pick up the weekly devotional each week following the Worship service. READING PLAN

Join a Community Group

We invite you to use this link to find out more about our Community Groups and get plugged into community.

Sunday Recap—December 8

SERMON RECAP

December 8, 2024 || Isaiah 49:1-13 || Taylor Hollingsworth

Song for the Preacher

MAIN POINT: Rejoice in the surprising compassion of our global God who saves us through Christ!

  1. The Servant Who Brings Glory (v.1-5).

  2. The Servant Who Brings Light (v.6).

  3. The Servant Who Brings Salvation (v.7-13).

Christmas Eve Service

Mark your calendars and invite your friends and neighbors to the Christmas Eve Service at TWU’s Townsend Auditorium from 5-6pm.

Advent Series

Join with us during the month of December as we read through the book of Isaiah for the Advent season.  Remember to pick up the weekly devotional each week following the Worship service. READING PLAN

Lessons & Carols

Join us for a special time of learning and reflection on the carols of the Christmas season on Sunday, Dec. 15.

Join a Community Group

We invite you to use this link to find out more about our Community Groups and get plugged into community.

Sunday Recap—December 1

SERMON RECAP

December 1, 2024 || Isaiah 42:1-9 || Walt Alexander

Song for the Son

MAIN POINT: Let all the earth find salvation in the new covenant through the God’s servant Jesus Christ.

  1. Who He Is (v.1).

  2. How He Comes (v.2-4).

  3. Why He Comes (v.5-9).

Christmas Eve Service

Mark your calendars and invite your friends and neighbors to the Christmas Eve Service at TWU’s Townsend Auditorium from 5-6pm.

Christmas for YCAP

Come join the celebration on Thursday, Dec. 5 as we provide the gifts to the YCAP participants. The celebration will be at the Westside Elementary School (700 Westside St.) from 5-6pm.

Christmas Concert - Knoxville

Our friends from Sovereign Grace Music will be at Cornerstone Church of Knoxville on December 6th at 7pm for a Prepare Him Room Christmas Concert. The event is free and open to the public. Click this link to register you and your family.

Life Auction

Help support the ministry of Full Circle Medical Center for Women by participating in their Life Auction on Dec. 6. Call or text 423-744-3005 for more information.

TG Youth Christmas Party

Don’t miss the TG Youth Christmas Party on Dec. 7 at 6pm at the Akers. Dress up as a grinch character or wear your favorite Christmas PJ’s.

Lessons & Carols

Join us for a special time of learning and reflection on the carols of the Christmas season on Sunday, Dec. 15.

Join a Community Group

We invite you to use this link to find out more about our Community Groups and get plugged into community.

Sunday Recap—November 24

SERMON RECAP

November 24, 2024 || Isaiah 11:1-9 || Walt Alexander

A Song for a King

MAIN POINT: Though his coming is slow & his kingdom appears small, set your hope completely on Jesus who will reign with peace forevermore.

  1. The unexpected King (v.1).

  2. The King’s unimpeachable rule (v.2-5).

  3. The King’s unstoppable kingdom (v.6-9).

Christmas Eve Service

Mark your calendars and invite your friends and neighbors to the Christmas Eve Service at TWU’s Townsend Auditorium from 5-6pm.

Christmas for YCAP

Come join the celebration on Thursday, Dec. 5 as we provide the gifts to the YCAP participants. The celebration will be at the Westside Elementary School (700 Westside St.) from 5-6pm.

Life Auction

Help support the ministry of Full Circle Medical Center for Women by participating in their Life Auction on Dec. 6. Call or text 423-744-3005 for more information.

TG Youth Christmas Party

Don’t miss the TG Youth Christmas Party on Dec. 7 at 6pm at the Akers. Dress up as a grinch character or wear your favorite Christmas PJ’s.

Join a Community Group

We invite you to use this link to find out more about our Community Groups and get plugged into community.

Sunday Recap—November 17

SERMON RECAP

November 17, 2024 || Bill Kittrell (Guest Speaker)

Lessons from a Heart Attack

MAIN POINT: Live by faith and hope in the Lord . . . never give in to doubt and despair.

  1. God is in control. He is active in our lives.

  2. I can do things I think I can’t do.

  3. The Lord uses means of grace to give strength and ability to do things I cannot do.

  4. The Lord loves me and gave himself for me. He is not angry with me when I am afraid; when I feel faithless.

  5. I have an enemy that works in the mind.

The Treasure Principle Classes

If you missed The Treasure Principle classes on Stewardship and Generosity, please use the link below to listen to the message and download the handout.

Book Club

Join us as we read The Unquenchable Flame by Michael Reeves during the month of October. Book discussion will be at the YMCA on Nov. 17 at 9am.

Baby Dedications

On Sunday, November 24, we will have a special time of recognizing and praying for our families and children. If you are interested in dedicating your baby or your children, please contact the church at admin@trinitygraceathens.com for more information.

Join a Community Group

We invite you to use this link to find out more about our Community Groups and get plugged into community.

Pick Up a Prayer Guide

Make sure you pick up a prayer guide at the Welcome Center on Sunday.

Sunday Recap—November 10

SERMON RECAP

November 10, 2024 || || Josh Varnedoe (Guest Speaker)

Proverbs and Friendship

No matter how old you are or how young you are, you need friends. But why do you need friends? What kind of friend do you need to be? In this message, our guest Josh Varnedoe unpacks the teaching of Proverbs on friendship to help us.

Book Club

Join us as we read The Unquenchable Flame by Michael Reeves during the month of October. Book discussion will be at the YMCA on Nov. 17 at 9am.

Starting Point

Starting Point on Sunday, November 17 this month starting at 1pm.  For more information, please contact Pastor Taylor at taylor@trinitygraceathens.com.

Baby Dedications

On Sunday, November 24, we will have a special time of recognizing and praying for our families and children. If you are interested in dedicating your baby or your children, please contact the church at admin@trinitygraceathens.com for more information.

Sunday Recap—November 3

SERMON RECAP

November 3, 2024 || 1 Timothy 2:1-6 || Walt Alexander

How Now Do We Pray?

MAIN POINT: The greatest good the church can do for the people of this world is to pray to God on their behalf.

  1. We pray to acknowledge our God as the King of kings.

  2. We pray for all who are in power to keep peace, praise good & punish evil.

  3. We pray for believers to be free to pursue godliness, dignity, & mission.

The Treasure Principle: Generosity

We will be discussing Generosity as the second part to the series entitled The Treasure Principle: Stewardship & Generosity. We hope you can join us at 9:15am at the YMCA.

Starting Point

Starting Point on Sunday, November 17 this month starting at 1pm.  For more information, please contact Pastor Taylor at taylor@trinitygraceathens.com.

Book Club

Join us as we read The Unquenchable Flame by Michael Reeves during the month of October. Book discussion will be at the YMCA on Nov. 17 at 9am.

Baby Dedications

On Sunday, November 24, we will have a special time of recognizing and praying for our families and children. If you are interested in dedicating your baby or your children, please contact the church at admin@trinitygraceathens.com for more information.

Anniversary Video & Sunday Recap—October 27

Our 6th Anniversary video is on YouTube. Relive some of the laughable highlights from the past year, and join with us in thanking God for all He has done among us!

SERMON RECAP

October 27, 2024 || Ephesians 2:11-22 || Walt Alexander

God’s New Society

MAIN POINT: Never lose the wonder of what Christ has done in reconciling all people as one in the church.

  1. You were lost & separated from God (v.11-12).

  2. You have peace through Christ (v.13-18).

  3. You are found & joined to the Church.

Tough Topics

We just finished our series on Tough Topics. But good news… all the recordings and outlines are on our website and are free to access anytime! For a deeper dive, additional resources are listed below each section, as well.

Membership Sunday

On November 3rd, we will have the joy of welcoming new members to Trinity Grace Church. This reminds us of the Lord’s kindness and faithfulness to our church.

The Treasure Principle

Please Don’t miss the next two weeks of our Sunday classes as we take a look at the Treasure Principle focusing on Stewardship and Generosity. Classes start at 9:15am at the YMCA.

Book Club

Join us as we read The Unquenchable Flame by Michael Reeves during the month of October. Book discussion will be at the YMCA on Nov. 24 at 9am.

Baby Dedications

On Sunday, November 24, we will have a special time of recognizing and praying for our families and children. If you are interested in dedicating your baby or your children, please contact the church at admin@trinitygraceathens.com for more information.

Revisit the Sunday Classes

Have you been trying to get to one of the Sunday morning classes, but just haven’t made it yet? Or was there something that stuck out in one of the classes that you forgot to write down? Is one of these topics an area that you really need help in?

In an effort to serve our church we are offering regular Sunday morning classes on topics that might not be covered in a Sunday sermon. 

Recent classes on the empowerment of the Holy Spirit and tough topics such as race, technology, and fear have all been captured on audio. 

Feel free to click below to access the class outline and teaching audio… or share with a friend!

Tough Topics

Join us each Sunday morning at 9am at the YMCA in October for biblical teaching on culturally relevant tough topics such as race, technology, fear, and government.

Holy Spirit Class

Please click on the link below to download the outlines and hear any of the Holy Spirit sessions you might of missed in September.

SERMON RECAP

October 20, 2024 || Ephesians 2:8-10|| Walt Alexander

By Grace Alone

MAIN POINT: May our boast forever be: salvation is by grace in Christ alone!

  1. Saved by grace through faith.

  2. Saved by grace, not good works.

  3. Saved by grace for good works.

Anniversary Picnic!

Please join us for our 6th Anniversary Picnic on Sunday, October 27th starting at 5 pm. You will not want to miss this important event in the life of our church as we celebrate God’s faithfulness. Join us at the Market Pavilion, 106 S. Jackson, in downtown Athens. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs or blankets.

Book Club

Join us as we read The Unquenchable Flame by Michael Reeves during the month of October. Book discussion will be at the YMCA on Nov. 17 at 9am.

Baby Dedications

On Sunday, November 24, we will have a special time of recognizing and praying for our families and children. If you are interested in dedicating your baby or your children, please contact the church at admin@trinitygraceathens.com for more information.

Sunday Recap—October 13

SERMON RECAP

October 13, 2024 || Ephesians 2:4-7 || Taylor Hollingsworth

From Death to Life

MAIN POINT: Praise God alone for his mercy, love, and grace that saved us from death and made us alive with Christ!.

  1. The Reason for God’s Great Reversal. (v. 4)

  2. The Work of God’s Great Reversal. (v.5-6)

  3. The Purpose of God’s Great Reversal. (v. 7)

Tough Topics

Join us each Sunday morning at 9am at the YMCA in October for biblical teaching on culturally relevant tough topics such as race, technology, fear, and government.

6th Anniversary Picnic

Save the date for our 6th Anniversary Picnic on Sunday, October 27th starting at 5 pm. You will not want to miss this important event in the life of our church as we celebrate God’s faithfulness. Join us at the Market Pavilion, 106 S. Jackson, in downtown Athens.

Starting Point

Starting Point on Sunday, October 6 and 20 this month starting at 1pm.  For more information, please contact Pastor Taylor at taylor@trinitygraceathens.com.

Book Club

Join us as we read The Unquenchable Flame by Michael Reeves during the month of October. Book discussion will be at the YMCA on Nov. 17 at 9am.

Baby Dedications

On Sunday, November 24, we will have a special time of recognizing and praying for our families and children. If you are interested in dedicating your baby or your children, please contact the church at admin@trinitygraceathens.com for more information.

Sunday Recap—October 6

SERMON RECAP

October 6, 2024 || Ephesians 2:1-3 || Walt Alexander

The Walking Dead

MAIN POINT: Apart from the mercy of God, we are completely corrupted by sin and utterly unable to free ourselves from its grasp.

  1. You were dead.

  2. You were bound.

  3. You were condemned.

Tough Topics

Join us each Sunday morning at 9am at the YMCA in October for biblical teaching on culturally relevant tough topics such as race, technology, fear, and government.

6th Anniversary Picnic

Save the date for our 6th Anniversary Picnic on Sunday, October 27th starting at 5 pm. You will not want to miss this important event in the life of our church as we celebrate God’s faithfulness. Join us at the Market Pavilion, 106 S. Jackson, in downtown Athens.

Starting Point

Starting Point on Sunday, October 6 and 20 this month starting at 1pm.  For more information, please contact Pastor Taylor at taylor@trinitygraceathens.com.

Pumpkintown Pickup

Join us as we serve our community as part of Pumpkintown on Saturday, October 12 from 11am to 3pm. Click the link for more information.

Book Club

Join us as we read The Unquenchable Flame by Michael Reeves during the month of October. Book discussion will be at the YMCA on Nov. 17 at 9am.

Sunday Recap—September 29

SERMON RECAP

September 29, 2024 || Ephesians 1:15-23 || Walt Alexander

A Prayer for All Your Tomorrows

MAIN POINT: We must continually pray, asking God to be God & to do what only God can do in our hearts & our lives.

  1. Because God is sovereign, we thank God for evidences of his grace.

  2. Because God is sovereign, we ask God to deepen our knowledge of his grace.

  3. Because God is sovereign, we trust his power to work out his gracious purposes for his people.

Disaster Relief

Our local YMCA is currently accepting supply donations for the victims of flooding and devastation caused by Helene. They will deliver supplies to our neighbors at the Unicoi County Family YMCA in Erwin, TN to support them and their community.

PLEASE DONATE:

- Water
- Flashlights
- Batteries
- Portable Phone Chargers
- Food that can be prepared without electricity

Bring all donations to the YMCA at 205 Knoxville Avenue in Athens by Wednesday, October 2nd at 5pm. Supplies will be delivered to the Unicoi County Family YMCA on October 3rd.

Tough Topics

Join us each Sunday morning at 9am at the YMCA in October for biblical teaching on culturally relevant tough topics such as race, technology, fear, and government.

6th Anniversary Picnic

Save the date for our 6th Anniversary Picnic on Sunday, October 27th starting at 5 pm. You will not want to miss this important event in the life of our church as we celebrate God’s faithfulness. Join us at the Market Pavilion, 106 S. Jackson, in downtown Athens.

Starting Point

Starting Point on Sunday, October 6 and 20 this month starting at 1pm.  For more information, please contact Pastor Taylor at taylor@trinitygraceathens.com.

Pumpkintown Pickup

Join us as we serve our community as part of Pumpkintown on Saturday, October 12 from 11am to 3pm. Click the link for more information.

Book Club

Join us as we read The Unquenchable Flame by Michael Reeves during the month of October. Book discussion will be at the YMCA on Nov. 17 at 9am.

Sunday Recap—September 22

SERMON RECAP

September 22, 2024 || Ephesians 1:11-14 || Walt Alexander

You Are God’s Possession!

MAIN POINT: You are God’s possession, saved by him to belong to him forever.

  1. Your salvation was ordered according to the will of God.

  2. Your salvation was sealed through the preaching of the gospel.

  3. Your salvation is secure in the down payment of the Holy Spirit.

Book Club

Join us at 9am on Sunday, September 29, at the YMCA as we discuss the book Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age by Rosaria Butterfield.

McMinn County Tailgate Party

Mark your calendars for the McMinn County Tailgate Party on October 5 at 5:30pm at the McMinn County High School parking lot. Join us as we show our support for the team, staff, and community.

Starting Point

Starting Point occurs on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month.  For more information, please contact Pastor Taylor at taylor@trinitygraceathens.com.

Pumpkintown Pickup

Join us as we serve our community as part of Pumpkintown on Saturday, October 12 from 11am to 3pm. Click the link for more information.

6th Anniversary Picnic

Save the date for our 6th Anniversary Picnic on Sunday, October 27th starting at 5 pm. You will not want to miss this important event in the life of our church as we celebrate God’s faithfulness. Join us at the Market Pavilion, 106 S. Jackson, in downtown Athens.

Tough Topics

Join us each Sunday morning at 9am at the YMCA in October for biblical teaching on culturally relevant tough topics such as race, technology, fear, and government.

Sunday Recap—September 15

SERMON RECAP

September 15, 2024 || Ephesians 1:7-10|| Walt Alexander

You Are Redeemed!

MAIN POINT: Praise God, who has redeemed us through the blood of Christ & is bringing all things to completion in him!

  1. Redemption

  2. Mystery

  3. Unite All Things

Class on the Holy Spirit

Join us on Sunday mornings at 9am at the YMCA as we learn more about the person of the Holy Spirit and His empowering work. September 1, 8, 15 & 22.

Book Club

Join us at 9am on Sunday, September 29, at the YMCA as we discuss the book Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age by Rosaria Butterfield.

Starting Point

Starting Point occurs on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month.  For more information, please contact Pastor Taylor at taylor@trinitygraceathens.com.

Sunday Recap—September 8

SERMON RECAP

September 8, 2024 || Ephesians 1:3-6|| Walt Alexander

Blessed Be God Our Father

MAIN POINT: Praise God the Father, who chose to save sinners freely for the praise of his glorious grace!.

  1. God chose us in Christ.

  2. God chose us as sons.

  3. God chose us for the praise of his glory.

Class on the Holy Spirit

Join us on Sunday mornings at 9am at the YMCA as we learn more about the person of the Holy Spirit and His empowering work. September 1, 8, 15 & 22.

Starting Point

Starting Point occurs on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month.  For more information, please contact Pastor Taylor at taylor@trinitygraceathens.com.

Sunday Recap—September 1

SERMON RECAP

September 1, 2024 || Ephesians 1:1-2 || Walt Alexander

Why We Need Ephesians

MAIN POINT: In every situation & every season, you must never forget that you are now in Christ.

  1. Who wrote Ephesians?

  2. Who are the Ephesians?

  3. Why do we need Ephesians?

Class on the Holy Spirit

Join us on Sunday mornings at 9am at the YMCA as we learn more about the person of the Holy Spirit and His empowering work. September 1, 8, 15 & 22.

Marriage Conference

Don't miss this special marriage event with guest speakers, Gary and Betsy Ricucci, from Sovereign Grace Church in Louisville, KY.  They have  over 35 years of experience in ministry and will be helping us cultivate marriages that are joyful and stand the test of time! Sign ups will be available soon! hatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Starting Point

Starting Point occurs on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month.  For more information, please contact Pastor Taylor at taylor@trinitygraceathens.com.

Sunday Recap—August 25

SERMON RECAP

August 25, 2024 || Luke 14:12-14 || Guest Speaker: Doug Hayes

Class on the Holy Spirit

Join us on Sunday mornings at 9am at the YMCA as we learn more about the person of the Holy Spirit and His empowering work. September 1, 8, 15 & 22.

Marriage Conference

Don't miss this special marriage event with guest speakers, Gary and Betsy Ricucci, from Sovereign Grace Church in Louisville, KY.  They have  over 35 years of experience in ministry and will be helping us cultivate marriages that are joyful and stand the test of time! Sign ups will be available soon! hatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Sunday Recap—August 18

SERMON RECAP

August 18, 2024 || Psalm 51 || Walt Alexander

Am I Worthy of Praising God?

MAIN POINT: Praise the Lord who alone transforms guilty sinners into sincere worshippers of the living God.

  1. God is whom we have offended. (v. 1-6)

  2. Humility is what he deserves. (v. 7-12)

  3. Praise is what we give. (v. 13-19)

Class on the Holy Spirit

Join us on Sunday mornings at 9am at the YMCA as we learn more about the person of the Holy Spirit and His empowering work. September 1, 8, 15 & 22.

Marriage Conference

Don't miss this special marriage event with guest speakers, Gary and Betsy Ricucci, from Sovereign Grace Church in Louisville, KY.  They have  over 35 years of experience in ministry and will be helping us cultivate marriages that are joyful and stand the test of time! Sign ups will be available soon! hatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Sunday Recap—August 11

SERMON RECAP

August 11, 2024 || Psalm 95 || Gil Balch

Come, Let Us Bow Down

MAIN POINT: Yield your life in praise to the God who owns you.

  1. Come sing because we are his creatures. (v. 1-5)

  2. Come bow because he is our God. (v. 6-7)

  3. Come listen because he still speaks. (v. 7b-11)

Membership Class

Join us for our next Membership Class, which unpacks our doctrine, values, & beliefs.  This is an informal time to learn more about Trinity Grace Church.  Sign up below so we can prepare to serve you with meals and childcare.

Marriage Conference

Don't miss this special marriage event with guest speakers, Gary and Betsy Ricucci, from Sovereign Grace Church in Louisville, KY.  They have  over 35 years of experience in ministry and will be helping us cultivate marriages that are joyful and stand the test of time! Sign ups will be available soon! hatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Sunday Recap—August 4

SERMON RECAP

August 4, 2024 || Psalm 47 || Taylor Hollingsworth

The King Over All the Earth

MAIN POINT: Praise the. King over all the earth with all that we’ve got for all that he’s done.

  1. Revelation: Our God and what he’s done. (v. 2-5; 7-9)

  2. Response: Our bodies and what we do. (v. 1, 6)

Membership Class

Join us for our next Membership Class, which unpacks our doctrine, values, & beliefs.  This is an informal time to learn more about Trinity Grace Church.  Sign up below so we can prepare to serve you with meals and childcare.

Marriage Conference

Don't miss this special marriage event with guest speakers, Gary and Betsy Ricucci, from Sovereign Grace Church in Louisville, KY.  They have  over 35 years of experience in ministry and will be helping us cultivate marriages that are joyful and stand the test of time! Sign ups will be available soon! hatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.