COVID-19 UPDATES
Last Updated: Tuesday, September 1
FREE COVID-19 TESTING EVENT
On Thursday, September 3, Grace River Church, in partnership with the Virginia Beach Department of Public Health, will be offering free COVID-19 testing to anyone ages 13 and older. VBDPH staff will be adminstering the tests. Participants must wear face coverings. Walk-up registration and testing will be provided while supplies last. The testing is first come, first serve, free, and open to the public with no photo ID or residency requirements. Testing is located at 5045 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23464. If you have any questions, please contact the church office at 757-410-9389.
To read the city's news release on this testing event, click here.
Grace River's
3 Phase Re-Launch Strategy
Over the past few months, churches all over the world have experienced a new way to be the church. The global COVID-19 pandemic has forced us to navigate moving our worship services, Grace Group gatherings, and meetings online. As social distancing guidelines loosen and as our region begins the slow process of reopening, our staff has prepared a phased relaunch strategy. We believe it is important for you as the church to understand each step we are taking to prayerfully relaunch Grace River Church into a new season that is already, and will continue to be, marked by powerful transformation. Below, you will find details of each of the three phases.
Phase 1
Sunday, May 31 - Sunday, June 28
• Social distancing remains strict
• Worship remains online only (10:00AM)
• Grace Group gatherings (Sunday’s, Church at Home)
• We are encouraging everyone to “Get Small So We Can Get Together.” Here’s what we mean:
1. Get Together
Invite individuals from your Grace Group, family, neighbors, and friends to your home or a selected location on Sunday mornings at 10:00AM. To view together, “Church at Home.”
2. Get in the Word
Watch our “Church at Home” online service together and, using the questions that will be provided, discuss the morning’s message. We want the Word to not only be heard but applied! Talk through and apply God’s word to your lives.
3. Get Something to Eat
Plan to have some type of meal during your group discussion. Eating together is not only biblical but it strengthens relationships. Also, don’t tell anyone, but it makes it easier to invite a friend over.
Phase 2 (Current Phase)
Sunday, July 5 - TBD
• Social distancing is moderate
• On campus worship services begin (10:00AM)
• Online worship experiences will continue to be offered (10:00AM)
• Grace Groups will continue to meet at the church and in homes (starting in September)
• Children's Church for children in 1st-5th grade only (all other children to sit with their parents)
• Youth will gather online at 6pm on Tuesdays
Phase 3
Date: TBD
• Social distancing is limited or normal
• Online and on campus worship experiences continue (10:00AM)
• Childcare services are fully operational
• Youth programs are fully operational
Please continue to watch for new information on this page. We will keep you updated with the latest news as it becomes available.
Sunday Morning Opportunities
If you have yet to tune in on Sunday mornings, make this Sunday your first! We will continue to be streaming our weekend services at 10:00AM on Facebook and here on our website. Additionally, we offer "The NINE” Bible studies at 9AM on Facebook. Make sure not to miss out on these opportunities to get connected with Grace River Church online.
How Can We Pray for You?
We understand that during this unprecedented time, we will face many challenges and difficulties. Our staff is devoted to keeping you and your needs in our prayers. Please let us know how we can pray for you! You can submit your prayer requests by texting the word “PRAYER” to 757-802-3585 and one of our pastors will be in contact with you.
Giving
We are so thankful for those who continue to give during this incredible opportunity in the life of our church. There are several ways you can continue to give while we remain distanced:
• Drop off your tithes and offerings at the church office Monday-Thursday from 10AM-4PM
• Mail your tithes and offerings to the church office (5045 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23464)
• Give online at graceriverva.com/give or by clicking below
• Text the amount you would like to give to 84321
• Download the ChurchCenter app from the Apple app store or the Google Play store, search for Grace River Church, and click “Give”
at the bottom.