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Abbey And Andrew's New Member Testimony
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God Is Building Our Church

On Sunday we had the privilege of hearing Andrew and Abbey’s story of the Lord leading them to our church. Here is what they shared:

My wife Abbey and I are excited and grateful to have officially joined this church as members two weeks ago. The road here has had some unexpected twists, but the grace of God has marked them all. 

I first heard about Sovereign Grace several years ago from my good friend, Mark Esposito.  After that, I began listening to Pastor Eric on the podcasts. I also came to the Christmas Eve service at Sovereign Grace with my family for several years. 

Pastor Eric is a very unique pastor. I have never heard a pastor preach with such enthusiasm, charisma, authority, and grace. Many pastors are only one of those things.  Before I began attending Sovereign Grace, I went to mega churches out of convenience, but wasn’t finding the right fit. Due to the importance of fellowship, I began attending regularly in October 2017. The Esposito Family always made me feel so welcomed and at home.

Then, I met Abbey in January 2018 and we began dating. Church is very important to both of us and shortly after we began dating, we started going to church together. We alternated between the church she was attending and Sovereign Grace. After discussion and prayer we decided to attend Abbey’s church together. I remember the conversation with Pastor Eric in the cabin at the men’s retreat. He was gracious, sad to see me go, but happy to see me pursuing a godly woman.

During our time at Abbey’s former church, we had discussions about what we were learning, our fellowship with others, and church practices. We realized through our discussions and prayer that we did not agree with much of what was going on there. So, after a few months of regularly attending and participating, we left.

When we left, we were not sure where we wanted to go next. We thought we might be in for a season of church hunting.  Instead of church hunting, I gently persuaded Abbey to give Sovereign Grace a try again. Right in between leaving the other church and re-attending sovereign grace, we got engaged. We were both drawn to the community oriented feel of Sovereign Grace.

One of the other major draws to Sovereign Grace was Abbey’s rich history in Old Towne Orange. She has lived in this city her entire life and attended school here. Her first jobs were at the Army Navy Store and Watson’s. Her step dad is a city councilman and both he and Abbey’s mom are heavily involved in the city. The whole family has a passion for community engagement. Abbey’s dream was always to put roots down in Old Town and to live near the circle. What a blessing to be brought to a church in the community Abbey loves and I have come to love too.

We have been so welcomed by the Sovereign Grace church body and everyone is so friendly. We love our small group and friends we’ve made here. I am grateful for how this church takes care of each other, which was graciously illustrated when Mark Esposito crashed on his bicycle two weeks ago while we were riding together. Within 10 minutes of the incident Pastors Eric and Mike had been informed and were contacting me to help however they could. Mike and Lois came to the hospital to be with Michelle. It is wonderful to see how the church practices caring for each other.

The community is great, but more importantly Sovereign Grace shows the signs of a true biblical church.

Abbey and I are blessed to have godly friends from this body to fellowship with and grow together.  We are so grateful to be members of this local church.


Come Prepared For Our Members Meeting

This Sunday
June 9th
Immediately following our service

One of our bi-annual members meetings is this Sunday. The pastors want to equip you to be the best church you can be. Don't miss it.

Here is what we’re covering:

  • Sohie Internship

  • Denominational Leadership

  • Church Finances

  • Prayer Meeting

  • New Policies and Position Statements

  • Church Planting

Bring your own lunch or bring cash for Buck-O-Slice pizza. You eat while the pastors talk.

Members we need you there.

Regular attenders and those exploring Sovereign Grace Church, you’re invited to come get a glimpse at the behind-the-scenes life of our church.

The Members Meeting Is Next Sunday

Sunday June 9th
Immediately following our service

Next Sunday is one of our bi-annual members meetings. This is the pastors equipping you to be the best church you can be. Don't miss it.

A bunch of important topics will be covered:

  • Sohie Internship

  • Denominational Leadership

  • Church Finances

  • Prayer Meeting

  • New Policies and Position Statements

  • Church Planting

Bring your own lunch or bring cash for Buck-O-Slice pizza. You eat while they talk.

Members we need you there. Regular attenders and those exploring Sovereign Grace Church you’re invited to come get a glimpse at the behind-the-scenes details of our church.

The Best Way To Get To Know Sovereign Grace Church

The Intro Course

Guests are invited to join our pastors for a series of four classes designed to introduce you to what makes Sovereign Grace Church unique.

Each class is led by a pastor and hosted in their home. The classes happen 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month right after church from 12:30pm-2:30pm.

Who should attend?

The Intro Course is for any and every guest of Sovereign Grace Church. Whether you've attended for 1 Sunday or 100 Sundays. Whether you're a Christian or not. Whether you want to join as a member or have no idea what membership is. This class is for you. It's a place to come and explore, learn, and ask questions.

The first class is this Sunday, September 16th.

Get registered right here.

Jessica's Testimony

On Sunday, we welcomed Jessica as a new member. She shared with us why she is glad to call Sovereign Grace Church “home."

I was a member and on staff at a large church. It was at that church where I became a Christian. It was there where I discovered the value of community and discipleship. It was there where I encouraged, loved, and challenged. I was deeply connected. It was home.

But a little over year ago I knew that it was time for me to find a new home. I just didn’t feel like I was growing spiritually anymore but I wanted go hold on because it was all I had ever known. I was torn and confused.

I shared this with a friend of mine and he invited me to Sovereign Grace. I agreed and visited. Of course I was nervous because I hadn’t been the new person at church in a very long time. But I was warmly greeted as entered and even invited to go to someone’s home for lunch. I was taken aback at everyone’s warmth and genuineness. It was overwhelming in the best way.

I visited other churches trying to find a new home but would go back to Sovereign Grace. There’s just something about this church.

I joined a small group, attended fellowship events, and made incredible friendships here.

I am so thankful that God in this season of my life has me at his very church and I am so excited to be a part of it.

I am growing here, I am challenged here, I have community here, and I am loved and encouraged by others here. This is home.

Guests: You Are Invited To The Intro Course

Introducing "The Intro Course"

We have said goodbye to Starting Point. Now, let us introduce you to The Intro Course. It's a series of four classes designed to help guests understand what makes Sovereign Grace Church unique.

Each class is led by a pastor and hosted in their home. The classes happen 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month right after church from 12:30pm-2:30pm.

Who should attend?

The Intro Course is for any and every guest of Sovereign Grace Church. Whether you've attended for 1 Sunday or 100 Sundays. Whether you're a Christian or not. Whether you want to join as a member or have no idea what membership is. This class is for you. It's a place to come and explore, learn, and ask questions.

The first class begins on Sunday, September 16th.

Get registered right here.

Guests This Is For You

Introducing "The Intro Course"

We have said goodbye to Starting Point. Now, let us introduce you to The Intro Course. It's a series of four classes designed to help guests understand what makes Sovereign Grace Church unique.

Each class is led by a pastor and hosted in their home. The classes happen 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month right after church from 12:30pm-2:30pm.

Who should attend?

The Intro Course is for any and every guest of Sovereign Grace Church. Whether you've attended for 1 Sunday or 100 Sundays. Whether you're a Christian or not. Whether you want to join as a member or have no idea what membership is. This class is for you. It's a place to come and explore, learn, and ask questions.

The first class begins on Sunday, September 16th.

Get registered right here ASAP.

The Best Way For Guests To Get To Know Us

4 Classes With The Pastors

We have said goodbye to Starting Point. Now, let us introduce you to The Intro Course. It's a series of four classes designed to help guests understand what makes Sovereign Grace Church unique.

Each class is led by a pastor and hosted in their home. The classes happen 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month right after church from 12:30pm-2:30pm.

Who should attend?

The Intro Course is for any and every guest of Sovereign Grace Church. Whether you've attended for 1 Sunday or 100 Sundays. Whether you're a Christian or not. Whether you want to join as a member or have no idea what membership is. This class is for you. It's a place to come and explore, learn, and ask questions.

The first class begins on Sunday, September 16th.

Get registered right here.