We know that meeting at a home/small group (no matter where you meet) maybe a little intimidating, and maybe even uncomfortable for some. Here at GCC it's a very casual atmosphere. You may dress however you like, just be comfortable. Our environment is one where you can expect to feel welcomed and accepted.
Whoever you are, and no matter where you are in your relationship with the Father, we believe you will walk away from our time of fellowship, inspired and ready for the coming week. God’s truth is real, and it’s for you, today.
What to Expect
At GCC we are doing things a bit differently. One person in the group may be lead by the Spirit to speak a word of encouragement, another, perhaps will be lead by the Holy Spirit for us to sing a particular song, etc. This is called organic, 'Open Style Worship.' The organic 'Open Style Church,' like the early church (Ekklesia), are characterized by three freedoms: pure worship, true sharing, and free ministry.
In open worship, everyone present at fellowship may participate -- whether it is singing a song, or perhaps sharing what the Holy Spirit has laid on their heart, or, offering prayers of praise of adoration to the Lord.
Why are we doing this? We have prayed about this, and feel that we are being led back to the organic ekklesia style (church).
Why? It is felt that our money instead of paying for mortgages/rent etc. should be put into the people, back into the communities and to create real relationships. We want to go back to the organic church as was done in biblical times.
The Body of Christ has been stifled by human traditions for far too long. We are driven by a passion for the Body of Christ, on growing the home, organic, and missional, ekklesia style (church).
Below are a few books that will help you in understanding the organic, ekklesia style church.
Please see the Reference Page for more information on the books below and each author.
*** We are now leaving it up to individuals to be led to read the information in some of the books listed on the 'Reference' page, and then find people who are like-minded and gather in your own homes, coffee house, the beach etc. (anywhere you like - sky is the limit) and times of your choosing.
We are providing the website as a place of information to learn, grow and share with others.
First Idiot In Heaven – Book Recommendation
We should always be ready whether it is convenient or not to give a clear intelligent and comprehensible answer for ...
PAGAN CHRISTIANITY – BOOK REC. #6
HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHY WE AS CHRISTIANS DO WHAT WE DO EVERY SUNDAY MORNING? Why do we “dress up” ...
HOUSE CHURCH ESSENTIALS BOOK RECOMMENDATION #5
Gives scriptural/practical help for house church startups and existing house churches. Areas covered in this book include the scriptural basis ...
FINDING ORGANIC CHURCH – BOOK RECOMMENDATION # 4
An essential guide that provides practical, effective tools for finding vibrant Christian communities. Viola contends that many congregations today are ...
Beyond Church – Book Rec. #1 – The Lost Word of The Bible
We are in the midst of change, but awesome change!!! This book might help people understand why and where we ...
BOOK RECOMMENDATION #3 – SMALL IS BIG
How might we change the world if our Christian faith began multiplying at a rapid pace―through a way of life ...
Reimagining Church – Book Recommendation #2
A revolution is moving through the body of Christ, challenging the spiritual status quo and redefining the very notion of ...
Unchurching: Christianity Without Churchianity – Book Rec.
'Unchurching Christianity Without Churchianity' by Richard Jacobson - Book Recommendation. Millions of believers are currently leaving the organized church, without ...
Faith Shift – Book Recommendation
Faith Shift: Hope for spiritual refugees, church burnouts, and freedom seekers. After years of participating in a comfortable faith tradition, ...
First Idiot In Heaven – Book Recommendation
We should always be ready whether it is convenient or not to give a clear intelligent and comprehensible answer for ...
PAGAN CHRISTIANITY – BOOK REC. #6
HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED WHY WE AS CHRISTIANS DO WHAT WE DO EVERY SUNDAY MORNING? Why do we “dress up” ...
HOUSE CHURCH ESSENTIALS BOOK RECOMMENDATION #5
Gives scriptural/practical help for house church startups and existing house churches. Areas covered in this book include the scriptural basis ...
FINDING ORGANIC CHURCH – BOOK RECOMMENDATION # 4
An essential guide that provides practical, effective tools for finding vibrant Christian communities. Viola contends that many congregations today are ...
Beyond Church – Book Rec. #1 – The Lost Word of The Bible
We are in the midst of change, but awesome change!!! This book might help people understand why and where we ...
BOOK RECOMMENDATION #3 – SMALL IS BIG
How might we change the world if our Christian faith began multiplying at a rapid pace―through a way of life ...
Reimagining Church – Book Recommendation #2
A revolution is moving through the body of Christ, challenging the spiritual status quo and redefining the very notion of ...
Unchurching: Christianity Without Churchianity – Book Rec.
'Unchurching Christianity Without Churchianity' by Richard Jacobson - Book Recommendation. Millions of believers are currently leaving the organized church, without ...
Faith Shift – Book Recommendation
Faith Shift: Hope for spiritual refugees, church burnouts, and freedom seekers. After years of participating in a comfortable faith tradition, ...