UPCOMING EVENTS
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VBS with Calhoun Church
After our TEAM JESUS Outreach in the park, we will be helping Calhoun Church with their Paul and the Underground Church in ROME VBS program. It will be happening June 8 to 12 from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. for ages Pre-K to 8th grade.
To register your child go to: https://vbspro.events/P/39EE4F
All Volunteer positions are full.
home Vespers
We will having Summer home vespers this summer at different members’ homes. The WagenerSmith family has offered to host our first home vespers of the summer season.
Soup Kitchen
Our next soup kitchen will be on June 13. People can help by
Purchasing ingredients - Signup Here
Cooking soup Thursday morning (June 11) in the GCA Cafeteria kitchen (contact Terri Everts)
Assembling sack lunches at 9am on Saturday morning in the GCA Church Fellowship Hall
Delivering door-to-door at 10am Saturday morning
June Potluck
Our June Potluck will be on June 13th and will start after church ends. The theme is summer picnic including sandwiches, salads, chips, and desserts. Darlene Peterson will be leading.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. This first night’s topic is Identity.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. This second night’s topic is Spiritual Gifts.
Home Vespers
As a part of our summer home vespers program this summer, the Zinke family has offered to host our second home vespers of the summer season.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. This third night’s topic is Sabbath.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The fourth night’s topic is Sexuality.
Home Vespers
As a part of our summer home vespers program this summer, the Hamilton family has offered to host our third home vespers of the summer season.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The fifth night’s topic is Politics.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The sixth night’s topic is Sanctuary.
Independence Corn Roast
Join us on July 3rd for a Church Corn Roast! We can’t wait to enjoy some delicious food and fellowship together.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The seventh night’s topic is Death.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The eighth night’s topic is Addictions.
LAKE Vespers
As a part of our summer vespers program this summer, our fifth vespers will be on the lake. Please come back for further details. Address to follow.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The ninth night’s topic is Salvation.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The tenth night’s topic is Dating & Relationships.
Home Vespers
As a part of our summer home vespers program this summer, the Chris and Sarah Self’s family has offered to host our sixth home vespers of the summer season.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The eleventh night’s topic is Second Coming.
Christmas in July
GCA Church Board has voted to participate again this year in Christmas in July. This multi-denominational program has run for 18 years in Gordon County, benefiting local families who can use a boost before starting the new school year. Our church has financially supported this program for several years and collected disinfectant wipes and dental supplies in years past.
This year, the organization has requested that GCA Church collect body soap and hand sanitizer as part of the many items that will be distributed to deserving families at the event in July. Please bring your items to the collection box in the church lobby as we strive to reach our goal of 105 of each item! Thank you for helping us be His hands to our community members! For questions, please see Mary Maxson or Darlene Peterson.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The twelfth night’s topic is Race & Unity.
Soup Kitchen
Our next soup kitchen will be on August 1. People can help by purchasing ingredients, cooking soup Friday morning (July 31) at 9am in the GCA cafeteria, assembling sack lunches at 9am on Saturday morning in the GCA Church Fellowship Hall, and delivering door-to-door at 10am Saturday morning.
Signup link to come closer to event.
CHURCH WORK BEE
Please come help us maintain our beautiful Church on September 20. More details to come.
GCC Marriage Retreat
GCC Marriage Retreat: Registration is open for the GCC Marriage Retreat at Cohutta Springs, September 25-27, 2026. The speakers are Elder William and Joyce Smith. To register, please visit https://events.gccsda.com/marriageretreat26
We have been told the registration opened on Valentine's Day, and the slots are already half full so if you are interested please sign up soon.
Dominican Republic Mission Trip
The Joint Mission Trip we are planning with the Calhoun Church has been postponed until March of 2027. We will help build a church, hold a VBS Program and a Medical Clinic. We are also raising $15,000 to help fund the new church for our Dominican church family. Mark your gift “Dominican Mission Trip.” Online Giving has a line item for this as well. For more information, call Serge Gariepy at 706-217-7138
Team Jesus
Mark your calendars for June 23-27 and join us at Yellow Park from 6:00 - 8:00 pm for some awesome family activities, food, and community fun!
Bible Study Service
Join us for a Family Style Bible Study Service for the whole family. One of our Head Elders, LeAnn Gariepy, will lead the study. Casual attire is encouraged. Following the service, there will be a family picnic. If you want to join, bring a picnic lunch for your family. If the weather permits, we will eat outside. If not, we will eat our picnics in the fellowship hall. We do plan for there to be some outdoor toys for the kids to play with.
There will be no Sabbath School.
We hope you join us!
Camp Meeting
Join us for Camp Meeting featuring guest speaker Dr. Micheal Goetz, Lead Pastor of Centerville Adventist Church, and the Vasilios Quartet. You don’t want to miss it!
GCA Graduation Class of 2026
Join us as we celebrate and support the GCA graduating class in their graduation and next steps in life. We are so proud of them and all they’ve accomplished!
Coble 8th-Grade Graduation
Join us at the Calhoun SDA Church at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, May 20st for the Coble 8th-grade graduation.
We can’t wait to celebrate and support them in their transition to high school!
Coble Kindergarten Graduation
Join us in the sanctuary at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, May 20th for the Coble Kindergarten graduation.
We can’t wait to celebrate and support them in their transition to 1st grade!
OUTDOOR SABBATH
Please come to the Amphitheatre next Sabbath for Outdoor Sabbath. We will start church at 10:30 am, so there will be no Sabbath School. Hope to see you there.
Church Work Bee
We have been blessed with such a beautiful place to worship. Please come and be part of maintaining this beautiful place so we can all continue to enjoy it for many years to come.
There will be 5 work areas:
1) Deep Cleaning
2) Ceilings
3) Outside Work
4) Painting
5) Drywall Repair
We are also in need of some hinge replacement and sewing repair if you have that talent.
Pathfinder/Adventurer Investiture
Our Pathfinders and Adventurers are being recognized for all the hard work they have put in this year. Please come and celebrate their achievements at Investiture in the GCA Amphitheater.
The GCA Church is reserved in case of bad weather.
Reach Your Neighbor Retreat
Reach Your Neighbor Retreat – May 1–3, 2026
GCC invites you to join them at Cohutta Springs for a weekend of inspiration, practical outreach tools, and community-building! Featuring Richie Halversen (Southern Union) and Eric Flickinger (It Is Written) and other speakers. Registration ends April 15, 2026.
More info & schedule: https://events.gccsda.com/leadsretreat26
or Call 918-293-8135
Coble Spring Concert
Our Coble students are giving their annual spring concert in the GCA Gym 1. Please come and share in the beautiful music they have to share with us.
ABC Bookmobile Van
The ABC Bookmobile Van is coming to us from Chattanooga on Thursday, April 30. It will be in the GCA Church parking lot from 3:00 to 3:30 pm. Call to preorder if you would like to purchase something (423-396-2814).
This is the price list that they provided us.
Spring Music Concert
Get ready for an evening of beautiful music brought to you by the GCA Music Department! Join us and see what the music department has been working on.
Soup Kitchen
Here’s the signup link for our next soup kitchen! It will be on April 25. People can help by purchasing ingredients, cooking soup Thursday morning (April 23) at 9am in the GCA cafeteria, assembling sack lunches at 9am on Saturday morning in the GCA Church Fellowship Hall, and delivering door-to-door at 10am Saturday morning.
Zachary M. Negron Unforgettable 5K/10K
The 3rd annual Zachary M. Negrón Unforgettable Trail Race occurs Sunday, April 12, 2026. This race is a family-friendly event with a competitive edge. Both the 5K and 10K races are timed with a chip for those wanting some competition!
Sign up by April 11, 2026, prices increase on Race Day. For more information http://www.unforgettablestn.org/
5K=$30; 10K=$35
Zachary M. Negron Unforgettable Kid’s Fun Run
The 3rd annual Zachary M. Negrón Unforgettable Trail Race occurs Sunday, April 12, 2026. This year, we are making it possible for the youngest runners to participate by including them in the day’s festivities with a Fun Run, which will allow those in second grade or younger to run a mile around the Georgia Cumberland Academy track.
Sign up by April 11, 2026, prices increase on Race Day. For more information http://www.unforgettablestn.org/
Kid’s Fun Run=$15
Pathfinder Bible Event - Southern Union
Our Pathfinders will be participating in the 2026 Southern Union Pathfinder Bible Experience (PBE). It will be held at Wally Fox Wellness Center on GCA’s Campus on Sabbath, March 28. PBE participants are invited to join the GCA students for vespers on Friday evening, March 27, in the church sanctuary. A haystack lunch for Sabbath is available for pre-purchase at $10 per person.
Adventurer Family Fun Weekend
Our Adventurers and their families will be heading to Cohutta for a weekend full of Christ Centered Adventure and Fun.
Regenerate Youth & Young Adult Festival
The Georgia Cumberland Conference is inviting all youth and young adults to grab a friend and come join them for a spirit-filled day of worship, activities and fellowship with other youth and young adults. Guest speaker is Cody Paige. for more information visit events.gccsda.com/regenerate26
March Soup Kitchen
Here’s the signup link for our next soup kitchen! It will be on March 7. People can help by purchasing ingredients, cooking soup Friday morning (March 6) at 9am in the GCA cafeteria, assembling sack lunches at 9am on Saturday morning in the GCA Church Fellowship Hall, and delivering door-to-door at 10am Saturday morning.
February Potluck
Join us on February 28 after church in the Fellowship Hall for a delicious potluck! Our Theme this month is comfort foods.
Sign up link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4BA4A823A3F9C70-62348162-potluck
Week of Hope
Join us for our evening worship services as we meet for GCA Student Week of Hope! We’ll be meeting every evening in the Sanctuary.
Stay on the lookout for more details.
Ladies’ Game Night
Join us in the Fellowship Hall on Saturday, February 21st at 6 PM for our ladies’ game night!
Black History Weekend
Join us this weekend as we celebrate Black History Month together!
Academy Days
Join us this Sabbath in the Wally Fox Wellness Center for our Academy Days Church Service!
Prayer Conference
Join us for the 2026 Annual GCC Prayer Conference at the Cohutta Springs Conference Center.
Bridal Shower for Raegan and Josh
Raegan and Josh are spending the rest of their lives together and we’re so happy for them!