Ministries

Ministries


For this reason I kneel before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name. I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the Lord’s holy people, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God. —Ephesians 3:14-19
 
The journey of faith is a growing experience. As a congregation we grow together into the fullness of who God wants us to be: the Body of Christ. Explore our ministries below to learn more about how we grow together.

Children's Ministry



Childhood is an important season in life to become rooted in truth and love. We offer various fun opportunities at

Grace Presbyterian Church Vista for our children to become rooted in God’s family. Safety is of utmost importance, all of our staff, leaders, and Sunday School Teachers are Live Scan Screened with the Department of Justice, Background checked, and go through yearly training on protecting children.


Infants and Toddlers - We would love for families with young infants and toddlers to stay in the sanctuary for worship. We offer a Family Room with a Live Video Feed of the service and snacks for those moments parents need to step out of the Sanctuary.


Preschool to 5th Grade - Children start worship in the Sanctuary with their families then are dismissed to Sunday School Following the Children's Message (A special sermon for the kids during our church service). In Sunday School Children study the same Biblical text that is preached on in Worship through, arts, crafts, and reading their Bibles. Each Class has at least two Sunday School Teachers who are background checked and trained yearly. Following worship parents check out their children from the Sunday School Classrooms.


At our worship service we offer Sunday School for K through 5th grade children. All kids join us for opening worship then are dismissed their class.


Worship Arts


These are opportunities to use your talents during our worship services.

Worship Band

Rehearsals are Wednesdays at 7:00pm in the Sanctuary

Our worship band is passionate about leading the congregation into a worshipful experience of the living God. Are you interested in joining the worship band? Contact 760-724-0077 .

Choir

Rehearsals are Thursdays at 7:30pm in the Sanctuary

Sing praise to our Father! Our choir is looking for additional members to lead our congregation in worship. Contact Jayne Parker at choir@gpcvista.org or 760-724-0077.

Bells

Rehearsals are Thursdays at 6:00pm in the Sanctuary

Ring praises to our Father! Our Bell Choir is looking for additional members to help make beautiful music during our traditional worship service. Contact Pat Sexton at bells@gpcvista.org or 760-724-0077 .

Small Groups


At Grace, we believe that one of the ways a community of Christ-like disciples is cultivated is in the context of small groups. The reality is that we cannot grow into the people God has designed us to be on our own, and so we follow the example of Jesus and the disciples and meet together at various times during the week to help support and grow together (Hebrews 10:24-25). Each small group has a component of Bible study, prayer, and support, no matter what the topic the group is studying. Groups vary in size from 4-15 people, and there are many groups to choose from.


Adult Bible Study

Where: Room 8

When:  Thursdays at 10am

Who:    Multi-generational

What:   We study a variety of topics and books including various books from the Bible and books written by Christian authors.


Bible Study Fellowship (BSF)

Where: Campus Wide

When:  Wednesdays at 9:15am to 10:45am

Who:    Women

Contact: bsfvistaca@gmail.com

Bible Study (en Español)

Where: Room 11

When:  Thursday at 9:15am

Who:    Maria Haigh

What:   Bible 101

Men's Breakfast

Where: Fellowship Hall

When:  1st Saturday of each month at 8:00am

Who:     Men that are excited about good food and growing in God's Word

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