BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Grace Covenant Church - ECPv6.15.10//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://gracecovdc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Grace Covenant Church REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T150000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220612T133400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220626T190012Z UID:10611-1656245700-1656255600@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Community Summer Party DESCRIPTION:GCC Brookland will host a series of Summer Parties (1/month) starting with our Summer Party on Sunday\, June 26\, 2022!\n\n\nAs the season is changing to summer\, let’s continue our normal after Sunday service fellowship outside on our lawn for a party with games and food! Join us at GCC Brookland (3100 18th St. NE Washington\, DC 20018) church grounds for our Summer Party from 12:15 – 3:00 pm out on our porch and lawn areas. We will have a food truck\, games\, and activities. This is a free event for the entire family. The food is free with a ticket. Food tickets will be provided to each guest at the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM services. Bring your lawn chairs and/or blankets to sit outside. Games and activities will include Connect4\, Corn Hole\, Rock Paper Scissors Wars\, etc. Childcare will not be provided. Dress appropriately for the weather and outdoor activities. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/community-summer-party/ LOCATION:Grace Covenant Church of DC\, 3100 18th St. NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/6c94b273229ee11737a001cb5ac39c18-oCazaE.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20211212T161553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220626T155759Z UID:2641-1656234000-1656244800@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Sunday Services DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday!\n\n\nClick HERE to register for Resurrection Sunday – April 17\, 2022\nResurrection festivities (click event name to register): \n\n Good Friday Night of Worship – April 15th\nEaster Egg Hunt & Community Scavenger Hunt – April 16th\nResurrection Sunday – April 17th\nAfter Easter Party – April 24th\n\nFamily\, we’d love for you to join us for Sunday Service. As you’re likely aware\, the CDC and the local DC government updated its latest guidance for vaccinated individuals. Join us in person for service and worship at our 9 am and 11 am services. Please read the information below to know more about the details and restrictions for the two services. \n\n\nHere are a few things to keep in mind: \n***UPDATE: If you have been FULLY vaccinated\, you can be exempt from the quarantine requirements per DC Government regulations (if you travelled out of state). We kindly ask that you bring your vaccination card as proof. Thanks for your patience and understanding. \n1. Our services will be broadcasted by live stream for BOTH 9am and 11am services and a recording will be posted on our website on Sunday afternoons. \n2. For those going in-person\, BOTH our 9am and 11am services will be LIVE!!! However\, our 9am service will remain to have “half and half” seating and masks are still required. This means half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with PHYSICAL DISTANCING and half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING. For the 11am service\, there will be NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING IN THE WHOLE SANCTUARY and masks are required. We are doing our best\, with the resources and capacity that we have\, to provide an environment that is safe and comfortable for everyone who’s attending our services. \n3. A temperature check and a brief screening will still be done before entering the building. \n4. Attendees will be guided to the appropriate exits immediately after the service has ended\, unless there is an event or meeting afterwards. \n5. Restrooms will be available for use with usual precautions taken. \n6. We STILL strongly suggest that anyone who is immunocompromised (UNLESS FULLY VACCINATED) refrain from attending service. \n7. If you are NOT FULLY VACCINATED\, we STILL strongly recommend practicing the 3 W’s (wear your mask\, watch your distance\, wash your hands) while indoors and during fellowship outdoors. \n9. Our shuttle from the Rhode Island Metro station is currently not in service. \n\n\nFAQs \nWhy do I have to register? So that we can stay within our preferred capacity\, also to provide contact tracing when necessary. \nWill there still be church online? There will be services provided by live stream and a recording posted after the 2nd service. \nWhat are the safety precautions? \n– Masks are required for all attendees\, gloves are available \n– Temperature checks and screening will be conducted by the Health Team\, questions include: \n 1. Have you experienced any symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 2. Have you been around anyone with symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 3. Have you traveled in the past 14 days? Where? (concern for hot spots) \nWhat is the process for contact tracing? Eventbrite will be the primary document used for contact tracing \nWill we continue to do live stream? A virtual option will be available. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/sunday-services-40/ LOCATION:Grace Covenant Church DC\, 3100 18th St.NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/077a1eb00d68c9d414d4ca95b9cca45a-p21H02.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T123000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20211117T194148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220625T161638Z UID:1331-1656149400-1656160200@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Grace For The Community DESCRIPTION:Serve and share the love of God!\n\n\nGo with us into the community to engage as we serve needs\, offer life-changing prayer and share the gospel. \nFor more information email go@gracecovdc.org URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/grace-for-the-community-9/ LOCATION:Langdon Park\, Park Site 1 West Side\, 1801 Hamlin St. NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/3d935bf2297ac28b9aab85df11217901-GlQ5hU.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220619T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220619T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20211211T180342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220619T154557Z UID:2609-1655629200-1655640000@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Sunday Services DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday!\n\n\nClick HERE to register for Resurrection Sunday – April 17\, 2022\nResurrection festivities (click event name to register): \n\n Good Friday Night of Worship – April 15th\nEaster Egg Hunt & Community Scavenger Hunt – April 16th\nResurrection Sunday – April 17th\nAfter Easter Party – April 24th\n\nFamily\, we’d love for you to join us for Sunday Service. As you’re likely aware\, the CDC and the local DC government updated its latest guidance for vaccinated individuals. Join us in person for service and worship at our 9 am and 11 am services. Please read the information below to know more about the details and restrictions for the two services. \n\n\nHere are a few things to keep in mind: \n***UPDATE: If you have been FULLY vaccinated\, you can be exempt from the quarantine requirements per DC Government regulations (if you travelled out of state). We kindly ask that you bring your vaccination card as proof. Thanks for your patience and understanding. \n1. Our services will be broadcasted by live stream for BOTH 9am and 11am services and a recording will be posted on our website on Sunday afternoons. \n2. For those going in-person\, BOTH our 9am and 11am services will be LIVE!!! However\, our 9am service will remain to have “half and half” seating and masks are still required. This means half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with PHYSICAL DISTANCING and half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING. For the 11am service\, there will be NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING IN THE WHOLE SANCTUARY and masks are required. We are doing our best\, with the resources and capacity that we have\, to provide an environment that is safe and comfortable for everyone who’s attending our services. \n3. A temperature check and a brief screening will still be done before entering the building. \n4. Attendees will be guided to the appropriate exits immediately after the service has ended\, unless there is an event or meeting afterwards. \n5. Restrooms will be available for use with usual precautions taken. \n6. We STILL strongly suggest that anyone who is immunocompromised (UNLESS FULLY VACCINATED) refrain from attending service. \n7. If you are NOT FULLY VACCINATED\, we STILL strongly recommend practicing the 3 W’s (wear your mask\, watch your distance\, wash your hands) while indoors and during fellowship outdoors. \n9. Our shuttle from the Rhode Island Metro station is currently not in service. \n\n\nFAQs \nWhy do I have to register? So that we can stay within our preferred capacity\, also to provide contact tracing when necessary. \nWill there still be church online? There will be services provided by live stream and a recording posted after the 2nd service. \nWhat are the safety precautions? \n– Masks are required for all attendees\, gloves are available \n– Temperature checks and screening will be conducted by the Health Team\, questions include: \n 1. Have you experienced any symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 2. Have you been around anyone with symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 3. Have you traveled in the past 14 days? Where? (concern for hot spots) \nWhat is the process for contact tracing? Eventbrite will be the primary document used for contact tracing \nWill we continue to do live stream? A virtual option will be available. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/sunday-services-39/ LOCATION:Grace Covenant Church DC\, 3100 18th St.NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/077a1eb00d68c9d414d4ca95b9cca45a-p21H02.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220618T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220416T161619Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220618T152823Z UID:8324-1655546400-1655553600@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Grace Truth and Beauty Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join Grace Truth and Beauty!\n\n\nJoin the Grace\, Truth & Beauty Team for the new monthly moment for all ladies in every season of life. We will kick of the year envisioning all that God has for us collectively and individually. Learn how you can grow in God’s vision. \nThe time will include teaching\, activity and prayer. Invite a friend! Bring a blank journal and pen. \n \n**Childcare is available for potty trained children ages 2 and up.** \nChildcare must be requested no later than one week prior to the event for proper planning and preparation. Please e-mail women@gracecovdc.org to request childcare. Please indicate the age(s) of the child(ren) requiring care. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/grace-truth-and-beauty-monthly-meeting-6/ LOCATION:Grace Covenant Church of DC\, 3100 18th St. NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/e102fc7eda74969fed1e5d69d3dac16b-wYqwIF.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T140000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20211213T010400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220612T175651Z UID:2669-1655038800-1655042400@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Equip Info Session DESCRIPTION:Are you interesting in studying God’s word in a systematic way?\n\n\n Or maybe you need more clarity to what you are studying? Come hear about the classes that are being offered this semester and next fall at the information session! \nEmail equip@gracecovdc.org to register for ENLI Year 1 Semester 1 URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/equip-info-session-3/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/64bd3e036321fbbd68673c3b8febcf15-AFKzXs.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220612T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20211205T180419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220612T153245Z UID:2318-1655024400-1655035200@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Sunday Services DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday!\n\n\nClick HERE to register for Resurrection Sunday – April 17\, 2022\nResurrection festivities (click event name to register): \n\n Good Friday Night of Worship – April 15th\nEaster Egg Hunt & Community Scavenger Hunt – April 16th\nResurrection Sunday – April 17th\nAfter Easter Party – April 24th\n\nFamily\, we’d love for you to join us for Sunday Service. As you’re likely aware\, the CDC and the local DC government updated its latest guidance for vaccinated individuals. Join us in person for service and worship at our 9 am and 11 am services. Please read the information below to know more about the details and restrictions for the two services. \n\n\nHere are a few things to keep in mind: \n***UPDATE: If you have been FULLY vaccinated\, you can be exempt from the quarantine requirements per DC Government regulations (if you travelled out of state). We kindly ask that you bring your vaccination card as proof. Thanks for your patience and understanding. \n1. Our services will be broadcasted by live stream for BOTH 9am and 11am services and a recording will be posted on our website on Sunday afternoons. \n2. For those going in-person\, BOTH our 9am and 11am services will be LIVE!!! However\, our 9am service will remain to have “half and half” seating and masks are still required. This means half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with PHYSICAL DISTANCING and half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING. For the 11am service\, there will be NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING IN THE WHOLE SANCTUARY and masks are required. We are doing our best\, with the resources and capacity that we have\, to provide an environment that is safe and comfortable for everyone who’s attending our services. \n3. A temperature check and a brief screening will still be done before entering the building. \n4. Attendees will be guided to the appropriate exits immediately after the service has ended\, unless there is an event or meeting afterwards. \n5. Restrooms will be available for use with usual precautions taken. \n6. We STILL strongly suggest that anyone who is immunocompromised (UNLESS FULLY VACCINATED) refrain from attending service. \n7. If you are NOT FULLY VACCINATED\, we STILL strongly recommend practicing the 3 W’s (wear your mask\, watch your distance\, wash your hands) while indoors and during fellowship outdoors. \n9. Our shuttle from the Rhode Island Metro station is currently not in service. \n\n\nFAQs \nWhy do I have to register? So that we can stay within our preferred capacity\, also to provide contact tracing when necessary. \nWill there still be church online? There will be services provided by live stream and a recording posted after the 2nd service. \nWhat are the safety precautions? \n– Masks are required for all attendees\, gloves are available \n– Temperature checks and screening will be conducted by the Health Team\, questions include: \n 1. Have you experienced any symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 2. Have you been around anyone with symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 3. Have you traveled in the past 14 days? Where? (concern for hot spots) \nWhat is the process for contact tracing? Eventbrite will be the primary document used for contact tracing \nWill we continue to do live stream? A virtual option will be available. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/sunday-services-38/ LOCATION:Grace Covenant Church DC\, 3100 18th St.NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/077a1eb00d68c9d414d4ca95b9cca45a-p21H02.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T211500 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220421T202243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T004946Z UID:8536-1654459200-1654463700@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Marriage & Family Builders: Biblical and Proactive Parenting DESCRIPTION:End the crazy cycle in parenting!\n\n\nA 3-Week Love and Respect Parenting Class\n On Anger\, Apathy\, and Appeasement\nthat Can Harm the Parent-Child Relationship \nMay 15th-June 5th (with a break for Memorial Weekend)\n\n\n\n \n \nThere are 3 chronic behaviors that can wreak havoc on the parent-child relationship. These are chronic anger\, appeasement\, and apathy. As parents\, we often find ourselves:\n \n \n \n\nReacting in chronic anger on an ongoing basis when our child is disrespectful or dishonoring\n\nAppeasing our child and resorting to giving the child what he or she wants in order to keep the peace or “buy” his or her respect and compliance\n\nDisengaging and becoming apathetic because we’ve hit a point where the back-and-forth has become too much and we’re out of ideas\n\n\n \nIn this 3-week course\, we’re going to learn how to decode whether a child is intentionally or unintentionally being disrespectful\, how to address it in a productive way\, and how to work through these 3 behaviors you may be resorting to as a parent. \n \n \n \nWeek 1: May 15th – Unpacking the Crazy Cycle in Parenting\n \n \nWeek 2: May 22nd – Chronic Threats\, Treats\, and Truancy\n \n \nWeek 3: June 5th – Loving the Spirit of Your Child When His or Her Attitude and Actions are Disrespectful \n \n \n \nThis class is great for families\, single parents\, and blended families. It meets virtually via Zoom on Sundays from 8p.m.-9:15p.m. on the dates listed above.\n \n \n We’d love to see you there! Register today! URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/marriage-family-builders-biblical-and-proactive-parenting-3/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/7cc37d187d8dbe5d056e042ece85e734-MHdt9x.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20211205T171615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220605T154651Z UID:2315-1654419600-1654430400@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Sunday Services DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday!\n\n\nClick HERE to register for Resurrection Sunday – April 17\, 2022\nResurrection festivities (click event name to register): \n\n Good Friday Night of Worship – April 15th\nEaster Egg Hunt & Community Scavenger Hunt – April 16th\nResurrection Sunday – April 17th\nAfter Easter Party – April 24th\n\nFamily\, we’d love for you to join us for Sunday Service. As you’re likely aware\, the CDC and the local DC government updated its latest guidance for vaccinated individuals. Join us in person for service and worship at our 9 am and 11 am services. Please read the information below to know more about the details and restrictions for the two services. \n\n\nHere are a few things to keep in mind: \n***UPDATE: If you have been FULLY vaccinated\, you can be exempt from the quarantine requirements per DC Government regulations (if you travelled out of state). We kindly ask that you bring your vaccination card as proof. Thanks for your patience and understanding. \n1. Our services will be broadcasted by live stream for BOTH 9am and 11am services and a recording will be posted on our website on Sunday afternoons. \n2. For those going in-person\, BOTH our 9am and 11am services will be LIVE!!! However\, our 9am service will remain to have “half and half” seating and masks are still required. This means half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with PHYSICAL DISTANCING and half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING. For the 11am service\, there will be NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING IN THE WHOLE SANCTUARY and masks are required. We are doing our best\, with the resources and capacity that we have\, to provide an environment that is safe and comfortable for everyone who’s attending our services. \n3. A temperature check and a brief screening will still be done before entering the building. \n4. Attendees will be guided to the appropriate exits immediately after the service has ended\, unless there is an event or meeting afterwards. \n5. Restrooms will be available for use with usual precautions taken. \n6. We STILL strongly suggest that anyone who is immunocompromised (UNLESS FULLY VACCINATED) refrain from attending service. \n7. If you are NOT FULLY VACCINATED\, we STILL strongly recommend practicing the 3 W’s (wear your mask\, watch your distance\, wash your hands) while indoors and during fellowship outdoors. \n9. Our shuttle from the Rhode Island Metro station is currently not in service. \n\n\nFAQs \nWhy do I have to register? So that we can stay within our preferred capacity\, also to provide contact tracing when necessary. \nWill there still be church online? There will be services provided by live stream and a recording posted after the 2nd service. \nWhat are the safety precautions? \n– Masks are required for all attendees\, gloves are available \n– Temperature checks and screening will be conducted by the Health Team\, questions include: \n 1. Have you experienced any symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 2. Have you been around anyone with symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 3. Have you traveled in the past 14 days? Where? (concern for hot spots) \nWhat is the process for contact tracing? Eventbrite will be the primary document used for contact tracing \nWill we continue to do live stream? A virtual option will be available. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/sunday-services-37/ LOCATION:Grace Covenant Church DC\, 3100 18th St.NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/077a1eb00d68c9d414d4ca95b9cca45a-p21H02.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T090000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20211222T170915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220605T124456Z UID:3009-1654416000-1654419600@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:New Members Class DESCRIPTION:Learn more about Grace Covenant Church DC\n\n\nAfter hearing about who we are as GCCDC\, attendees of the New Members Class should already know that they are ready to make a commitment to be a family member at Grace Covenant Church DC. \nThey will hear about our history\, our core values and what it means to be a functioning member of Grace Covenant Church DC. The class will conclude with the opportunity to sign the Member Agreement and confirmation of the date to be received as a member. Participants can also ask questions about baptism. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/new-members-class-8/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/38e77496eea9ce8bce5e66ae5332d033-6SulAT.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220529T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220529T150000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220412T211455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T184738Z UID:8121-1653829200-1653836400@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Water Baptism DESCRIPTION:Save the date!\n\n\nHello Family! \nHave you been desiring to be Baptized and are just waiting for an opportunity?! \nGCC DC is excited to announce that we now have an upcoming virtual Baptism opportunity taking place from 1:00pm – 3:00pm on Sunday. \nPlease see below for important details and instructions: \nThere will be a mandatory Preparing for Baptism class at 1:00pm virtually for all candidates and the individuals who will be baptizing them. Baptisms will officially begin at 2:00pm. \nYou may be baptized by another believer with whom you have a close relationship (i.e. family member\, close friend\, Life Changers Leader\, etc.) and whom you know to have a strong and faithful relationship with Jesus Christ. \nThis can be any individual of your choosing\, as long as you are both comfortable being in close proximity given current social distancing precautions. This person will receive coaching and training in preparation for the Baptism during the Preparing for Baptism class. \nVirtual Baptisms may take place from the comfort of your own home or an outdoor safe location of your choosing\, weather permitting. Please note that wherever the location\, you must be fully submerged in water (i.e. bathtub\, kiddie pool in your yard\, local YMCA\, etc.) \nAdditional details will be sent out following your registration. \nDon’t miss this opportunity! Let’s celebrate the newness of resurrection life with everyone who will be baptized! \nMatthew 28:19 — “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations\, baptizing them in the name of the Father\, and of the Son\, and of the Holy Spirit.” \nSincerely\, \nGCC DC Equip Team URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/water-baptism-5/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/c2e943f8ea9ca290ddc61a58af9b81b8-WJoLLo.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220529T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220529T133000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220411T021201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T173101Z UID:7970-1653827400-1653831000@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Marriage Prep DESCRIPTION:Are you currently engaged\, dating or in a courtship relationship?\n\n\nWe are excited to resume in-person meetings for this semester of Marriage Prep! Join the 8 week Marriage Prep course as we explore Bible-based lessons and activities on relationships and marriage. During the course\, we desire to assist you in understanding God’s will for you concerning your relationship.\n \n \nPlease join us in person at Grace Covenant Church DC for all events and classes. If you’re unable to join in person\, you have the option to watch a livestream of the meeting each Friday. Please note that livestream participants will not be able to join the discussion\, but can follow up with their mentoring couple to discuss the material.\n \n \nOrientation will occur on Sunday\, March 27th. Classes will begin Friday\, April 1st through Friday\, May 27th (skipping Good Friday on April 15th)\, and a closing ceremony will take place on Sunday\, May 29th.\n \n \nRegistration is $25 per participant\, couples register separately. With your registration\, please indicate your childcare needs\, who is your significant other\, and whether you are committing to in-person attendance or livestream. Attendance is very important\, and participants may not miss more than 2 classes in order to receive the completion certificate for satisfactorily completing the course.\n \n \nThe text for this course is Preparing for Marriage by Dennis Rainey. Please purchase this book ahead of when classes begin.\n \nPlease contact the Marriage Prep team at marriageprep@gracecovdc.org if you have questions or need more information URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/marriage-prep-11/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/771b571fc537c313361863369e49ecc9-qLJC2Z.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220529T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220529T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20211205T163006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T155944Z UID:2312-1653814800-1653825600@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Sunday Services DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday!\n\n\nClick HERE to register for Resurrection Sunday – April 17\, 2022\nResurrection festivities (click event name to register): \n\n Good Friday Night of Worship – April 15th\nEaster Egg Hunt & Community Scavenger Hunt – April 16th\nResurrection Sunday – April 17th\nAfter Easter Party – April 24th\n\nFamily\, we’d love for you to join us for Sunday Service. As you’re likely aware\, the CDC and the local DC government updated its latest guidance for vaccinated individuals. Join us in person for service and worship at our 9 am and 11 am services. Please read the information below to know more about the details and restrictions for the two services. \n\n\nHere are a few things to keep in mind: \n***UPDATE: If you have been FULLY vaccinated\, you can be exempt from the quarantine requirements per DC Government regulations (if you travelled out of state). We kindly ask that you bring your vaccination card as proof. Thanks for your patience and understanding. \n1. Our services will be broadcasted by live stream for BOTH 9am and 11am services and a recording will be posted on our website on Sunday afternoons. \n2. For those going in-person\, BOTH our 9am and 11am services will be LIVE!!! However\, our 9am service will remain to have “half and half” seating and masks are still required. This means half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with PHYSICAL DISTANCING and half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING. For the 11am service\, there will be NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING IN THE WHOLE SANCTUARY and masks are required. We are doing our best\, with the resources and capacity that we have\, to provide an environment that is safe and comfortable for everyone who’s attending our services. \n3. A temperature check and a brief screening will still be done before entering the building. \n4. Attendees will be guided to the appropriate exits immediately after the service has ended\, unless there is an event or meeting afterwards. \n5. Restrooms will be available for use with usual precautions taken. \n6. We STILL strongly suggest that anyone who is immunocompromised (UNLESS FULLY VACCINATED) refrain from attending service. \n7. If you are NOT FULLY VACCINATED\, we STILL strongly recommend practicing the 3 W’s (wear your mask\, watch your distance\, wash your hands) while indoors and during fellowship outdoors. \n9. Our shuttle from the Rhode Island Metro station is currently not in service. \n\n\nFAQs \nWhy do I have to register? So that we can stay within our preferred capacity\, also to provide contact tracing when necessary. \nWill there still be church online? There will be services provided by live stream and a recording posted after the 2nd service. \nWhat are the safety precautions? \n– Masks are required for all attendees\, gloves are available \n– Temperature checks and screening will be conducted by the Health Team\, questions include: \n 1. Have you experienced any symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 2. Have you been around anyone with symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 3. Have you traveled in the past 14 days? Where? (concern for hot spots) \nWhat is the process for contact tracing? Eventbrite will be the primary document used for contact tracing \nWill we continue to do live stream? A virtual option will be available. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/sunday-services-36/ LOCATION:Grace Covenant Church DC\, 3100 18th St.NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/077a1eb00d68c9d414d4ca95b9cca45a-p21H02.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220528T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220528T123000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20211117T194148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220528T161252Z UID:1330-1653730200-1653741000@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Grace For The Community DESCRIPTION:Serve and share the love of God!\n\n\nGo with us into the community to engage as we serve needs\, offer life-changing prayer and share the gospel. \nFor more information email go@gracecovdc.org URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/grace-for-the-community-8/ LOCATION:Langdon Park\, Park Site 1 West Side\, 1801 Hamlin St. NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/3d935bf2297ac28b9aab85df11217901-GlQ5hU.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220527T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220528T150000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220410T153745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220528T184904Z UID:7953-1653678000-1653750000@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Freedom Weekend DESCRIPTION:“So if the Son sets you free\, you will be free indeed.” John 8:36\n\n\nSpiritual freedom allows us to live the life that God intends for each one of us. \nJoin us for Freedom Weekend\, a combination of teaching\, prayer\, and ministry moments to help equip you with the spiritual freedom necessary to be fruitful in Christ. In faith\, we believe that we will experience the biblical promises of freedom from generational curses\, unhealthy thought patterns\, sexual sin\, addiction\, and relational dysfunction. \nFreedom Weekend will include a three (3) day fast and In-person teaching and prayer sessions. \nPlease sign up for the Preparing for Freedom class here which takes place the Sunday before Freedom Weekend from 8:00 – 9:00am. This class is part of the GrowNGrace series and is a prerequisite for Freedom Weekend. \nWe look forward to seeing you set free! URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/freedom-weekend-4/ LOCATION:Grace Covenant Church DC\, 3100 18th St.NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/5547c6fc31874ae4ae293cf78337881b-im8jfT.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220527T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220527T210000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220409T211948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220528T003358Z UID:7928-1653678000-1653685200@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Marriage Prep DESCRIPTION:Are you currently engaged\, dating or in a courtship relationship?\n\n\nWe are excited to resume in-person meetings for this semester of Marriage Prep! Join the 8 week Marriage Prep course as we explore Bible-based lessons and activities on relationships and marriage. During the course\, we desire to assist you in understanding God’s will for you concerning your relationship.\n \n \nPlease join us in person at Grace Covenant Church DC for all events and classes. If you’re unable to join in person\, you have the option to watch a livestream of the meeting each Friday. Please note that livestream participants will not be able to join the discussion\, but can follow up with their mentoring couple to discuss the material.\n \n \nOrientation will occur on Sunday\, March 27th. Classes will begin Friday\, April 1st through Friday\, May 27th (skipping Good Friday on April 15th)\, and a closing ceremony will take place on Sunday\, May 29th.\n \n \nRegistration is $25 per participant\, couples register separately. With your registration\, please indicate your childcare needs\, who is your significant other\, and whether you are committing to in-person attendance or livestream. Attendance is very important\, and participants may not miss more than 2 classes in order to receive the completion certificate for satisfactorily completing the course.\n \n \nThe text for this course is Preparing for Marriage by Dennis Rainey. Please purchase this book ahead of when classes begin.\n \nPlease contact the Marriage Prep team at marriageprep@gracecovdc.org if you have questions or need more information URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/marriage-prep-10/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/771b571fc537c313361863369e49ecc9-qLJC2Z.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T210000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220409T011026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T010023Z UID:7902-1653505200-1653512400@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:ENLI Year 2 - Semester 2 DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to study the Word of God systematically!\n\n\nWe offer Every Nation Leadership Institute (ENLI) courses in the Discipleship Track. ENLI classes build on the foundation laid in the GrowNGrace class and help participants continue to become strong believers equipped to make disciples. \nA Summary of the ENLI Program:  \n\nTwo year program \nClasses offered in Fall & Spring semesters\nYear 1: courses related to discipleship and more\nYear 2: courses on biblical studies and more (New/Old Testament Survey\, etc.)\nParticipants may join at the beginning of any Year 1 course\nPrerequisite is completion of the GrowNGrace classes\nCourse may be completed via self-study\, teleconference or in person\n\nYear 2 Semester 2 Courses: \n\nNew Testament Survey (6 weeks)\nMetanarrative (4 weeks)\nChurch History (6 weeks) URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/enli-year-2-semester-2-8/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/414072b3d5b87e778021e48123719e7c-WtvLCu.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T210000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220407T011205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220526T010022Z UID:7831-1653505200-1653512400@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:ENLI Year 2 - Semester 1 DESCRIPTION:Pre-requisite: Completed GrowNGrace\n\n\nInterpreting the Scriptures (4 weeks) \n\nInterpreting the Scriptures is a 4 week course part of the ENLI Year 1 Semester 2. This course will be on Wednesdays from 7-8 pm via conference call\, starting October. Interpreting the Scriptures teaches how to read\, interpret and apply the Bible with the aim that students experience transformation through a greater understanding of the Scriptures. Guidelines for interpreting the major genres of biblical literature are provided.\n\nOld Testament Survey (6 weeks) \n\nThis course provides a general overview of the Old Testament by reviewing the main content of each book and its contribution to the overarching plan of salvation. Students will develop a greater understanding and appreciation of the revelation of God in the Old Testament and its relevance in the overall story of God’s plan.\n\nSystematic Theology (8 weeks) \n\nThis course concisely covers the major doctrines of systematic theology; namely\, Bibliology\, Theology Proper\, Christology\, Pneumatology\, Soteriology\, and Ecclesiology. This course is taught under the premise that a deeper understanding of truth shapes the way we live. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/enli-year-2-semester-1-18/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/6bc135cb608b86ba7c15ff449ea2864a-sfMQbq.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220522T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220522T211500 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220421T202239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T003500Z UID:8534-1653249600-1653254100@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Marriage & Family Builders: Biblical and Proactive Parenting DESCRIPTION:End the crazy cycle in parenting!\n\n\nA 3-Week Love and Respect Parenting Class\n On Anger\, Apathy\, and Appeasement\nthat Can Harm the Parent-Child Relationship \nMay 15th-June 5th (with a break for Memorial Weekend)\n\n\n\n \n \nThere are 3 chronic behaviors that can wreak havoc on the parent-child relationship. These are chronic anger\, appeasement\, and apathy. As parents\, we often find ourselves:\n \n \n \n\nReacting in chronic anger on an ongoing basis when our child is disrespectful or dishonoring\n\nAppeasing our child and resorting to giving the child what he or she wants in order to keep the peace or “buy” his or her respect and compliance\n\nDisengaging and becoming apathetic because we’ve hit a point where the back-and-forth has become too much and we’re out of ideas\n\n\n \nIn this 3-week course\, we’re going to learn how to decode whether a child is intentionally or unintentionally being disrespectful\, how to address it in a productive way\, and how to work through these 3 behaviors you may be resorting to as a parent. \n \n \n \nWeek 1: May 15th – Unpacking the Crazy Cycle in Parenting\n \n \nWeek 2: May 22nd – Chronic Threats\, Treats\, and Truancy\n \n \nWeek 3: June 5th – Loving the Spirit of Your Child When His or Her Attitude and Actions are Disrespectful \n \n \n \nThis class is great for families\, single parents\, and blended families. It meets virtually via Zoom on Sundays from 8p.m.-9:15p.m. on the dates listed above.\n \n \n We’d love to see you there! Register today! URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/marriage-family-builders-biblical-and-proactive-parenting-2/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/7cc37d187d8dbe5d056e042ece85e734-MHdt9x.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220522T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220522T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20211128T173928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220522T154757Z UID:2001-1653210000-1653220800@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Sunday Services DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday!\n\n\nClick HERE to register for Resurrection Sunday – April 17\, 2022\nResurrection festivities (click event name to register): \n\n Good Friday Night of Worship – April 15th\nEaster Egg Hunt & Community Scavenger Hunt – April 16th\nResurrection Sunday – April 17th\nAfter Easter Party – April 24th\n\nFamily\, we’d love for you to join us for Sunday Service. As you’re likely aware\, the CDC and the local DC government updated its latest guidance for vaccinated individuals. Join us in person for service and worship at our 9 am and 11 am services. Please read the information below to know more about the details and restrictions for the two services. \n\n\nHere are a few things to keep in mind: \n***UPDATE: If you have been FULLY vaccinated\, you can be exempt from the quarantine requirements per DC Government regulations (if you travelled out of state). We kindly ask that you bring your vaccination card as proof. Thanks for your patience and understanding. \n1. Our services will be broadcasted by live stream for BOTH 9am and 11am services and a recording will be posted on our website on Sunday afternoons. \n2. For those going in-person\, BOTH our 9am and 11am services will be LIVE!!! However\, our 9am service will remain to have “half and half” seating and masks are still required. This means half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with PHYSICAL DISTANCING and half of the room will accommodate those who prefer to sit with NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING. For the 11am service\, there will be NO PHYSICAL DISTANCING IN THE WHOLE SANCTUARY and masks are required. We are doing our best\, with the resources and capacity that we have\, to provide an environment that is safe and comfortable for everyone who’s attending our services. \n3. A temperature check and a brief screening will still be done before entering the building. \n4. Attendees will be guided to the appropriate exits immediately after the service has ended\, unless there is an event or meeting afterwards. \n5. Restrooms will be available for use with usual precautions taken. \n6. We STILL strongly suggest that anyone who is immunocompromised (UNLESS FULLY VACCINATED) refrain from attending service. \n7. If you are NOT FULLY VACCINATED\, we STILL strongly recommend practicing the 3 W’s (wear your mask\, watch your distance\, wash your hands) while indoors and during fellowship outdoors. \n9. Our shuttle from the Rhode Island Metro station is currently not in service. \n\n\nFAQs \nWhy do I have to register? So that we can stay within our preferred capacity\, also to provide contact tracing when necessary. \nWill there still be church online? There will be services provided by live stream and a recording posted after the 2nd service. \nWhat are the safety precautions? \n– Masks are required for all attendees\, gloves are available \n– Temperature checks and screening will be conducted by the Health Team\, questions include: \n 1. Have you experienced any symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 2. Have you been around anyone with symptoms in the past 14 days? \n 3. Have you traveled in the past 14 days? Where? (concern for hot spots) \nWhat is the process for contact tracing? Eventbrite will be the primary document used for contact tracing \nWill we continue to do live stream? A virtual option will be available. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/sunday-services-35/ LOCATION:Grace Covenant Church DC\, 3100 18th St.NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/077a1eb00d68c9d414d4ca95b9cca45a-p21H02.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220522T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220522T090000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220405T160557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220522T130132Z UID:7780-1653206400-1653210000@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Preparing for Freedom Weekend DESCRIPTION:“If we confess our sins\, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness”\n\n\nPlease sign up for the Preparing for Freedom class here which takes place the Sunday before Freedom Weekend from 8:00 – 9:00am. This class is part of the GrowNGrace series and is a prerequisite for Freedom Weekend. \nEven after we have surrendered to Jesus as Lord\, there still may be spiritual\, mental\, or emotional areas where we need freedom. The Preparing for Freedom Weekend session is a small group discussion that takes place the Sunday before Freedom Weekend begins. It is designed to ensure that both participants and presenters have the proper heart posture heading into Freedom Weekend. Through the sharing of daily devotions leading up to Freedom Weekend\, participants will begin here by asking the Lord to begin revealing the areas where one may need freedom. This is also an opportunity for the participants to ask any remaining questions to the presenters. \nAll participants and presenters are encouraged to come. \nWe look forward to walking with you in freedom! \nFreedom Weekend URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/preparing-for-freedom-weekend-4/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/c1566ef29dbd6338acaa66b3a6054cf6-nfz8YV.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T130000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220405T160557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220521T163424Z UID:7777-1653127200-1653138000@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Grace Truth & Beauty Spring Event DESCRIPTION:Save the date! URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/grace-truth-beauty-spring-event/ LOCATION:DC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T123000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220405T160557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220521T160222Z UID:7779-1653127200-1653136200@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Live Loved DESCRIPTION:Presented by Grace\, Truth and Beauty Team this spring!\n\n\nSpring is the perfect time to remind ourselves that we are beautifully and wonderfully made. What a joy to be seen\, heard\, and known. \nThe theme of this season is: Live Loved \nEnjoy a panel and special treats throughout the day. Join us as we embrace life lived in love! \nWe look forward to connecting. \n\n$12 Early Bird ends on 3/26/21 \n$16 Regular Registration \n$20 At the Door\nFree for college and graduate students.\n\nPlease email go@gracecovdc.org if you are in need of financial sponsorship by May 15th. \n \nChildcare is available and must be requested via the Eventbrite by May 15th. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/live-loved/ LOCATION:Grace Covenant Church of DC\, 3100 18th St. NE\, Washington\, DC\, 20018\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/da2e8534add64e60ccd2242982e0bcaa-PKIBGS.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220521T120000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220404T010433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220521T160222Z UID:7667-1653127200-1653134400@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Grace Truth and Beauty Monthly Meeting DESCRIPTION:Join Grace Truth and Beauty!\n\n\nJoin the Grace\, Truth & Beauty Team for the new monthly moment for all ladies in every season of life. We will kick of the year envisioning all that God has for us collectively and individually. Learn how you can grow in God’s vision. \nThe time will include teaching\, activity and prayer. Invite a friend! Bring a blank journal and pen. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/grace-truth-and-beauty-monthly-meeting-5/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/ead660770e272666fd275698d27969a9-jpSazc.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T210000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220403T191632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220521T004204Z UID:7658-1653073200-1653080400@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Marriage Prep DESCRIPTION:Are you currently engaged\, dating or in a courtship relationship?\n\n\nWe are excited to resume in-person meetings for this semester of Marriage Prep! Join the 8 week Marriage Prep course as we explore Bible-based lessons and activities on relationships and marriage. During the course\, we desire to assist you in understanding God’s will for you concerning your relationship.\n \n \nPlease join us in person at Grace Covenant Church DC for all events and classes. If you’re unable to join in person\, you have the option to watch a livestream of the meeting each Friday. Please note that livestream participants will not be able to join the discussion\, but can follow up with their mentoring couple to discuss the material.\n \n \nOrientation will occur on Sunday\, March 27th. Classes will begin Friday\, April 1st through Friday\, May 27th (skipping Good Friday on April 15th)\, and a closing ceremony will take place on Sunday\, May 29th.\n \n \nRegistration is $25 per participant\, couples register separately. With your registration\, please indicate your childcare needs\, who is your significant other\, and whether you are committing to in-person attendance or livestream. Attendance is very important\, and participants may not miss more than 2 classes in order to receive the completion certificate for satisfactorily completing the course.\n \n \nThe text for this course is Preparing for Marriage by Dennis Rainey. Please purchase this book ahead of when classes begin.\n \nPlease contact the Marriage Prep team at marriageprep@gracecovdc.org if you have questions or need more information URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/marriage-prep-9/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/771b571fc537c313361863369e49ecc9-qLJC2Z.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T200000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220403T183633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T232936Z UID:7655-1653073200-1653076800@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Leadership 215 Huddle DESCRIPTION:Join us at the mandatory monthly huddle for Leadership 215! URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/leadership-215-huddle-7/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/00483f634dff323921d30b070ffd42de-1fH6Je.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T210000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220403T161312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T004332Z UID:7650-1652900400-1652907600@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:ENLI Year 2 - Semester 2 DESCRIPTION:This is an opportunity to study the Word of God systematically!\n\n\nWe offer Every Nation Leadership Institute (ENLI) courses in the Discipleship Track. ENLI classes build on the foundation laid in the GrowNGrace class and help participants continue to become strong believers equipped to make disciples. \nA Summary of the ENLI Program:  \n\nTwo year program \nClasses offered in Fall & Spring semesters\nYear 1: courses related to discipleship and more\nYear 2: courses on biblical studies and more (New/Old Testament Survey\, etc.)\nParticipants may join at the beginning of any Year 1 course\nPrerequisite is completion of the GrowNGrace classes\nCourse may be completed via self-study\, teleconference or in person\n\nYear 2 Semester 2 Courses: \n\nNew Testament Survey (6 weeks)\nMetanarrative (4 weeks)\nChurch History (6 weeks) URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/enli-year-2-semester-2-7/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/414072b3d5b87e778021e48123719e7c-WtvLCu.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T210000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220403T154340Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T004332Z UID:7647-1652900400-1652907600@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:ENLI Year 2 - Semester 1 DESCRIPTION:Pre-requisite: Completed GrowNGrace\n\n\nInterpreting the Scriptures (4 weeks) \n\nInterpreting the Scriptures is a 4 week course part of the ENLI Year 1 Semester 2. This course will be on Wednesdays from 7-8 pm via conference call\, starting October. Interpreting the Scriptures teaches how to read\, interpret and apply the Bible with the aim that students experience transformation through a greater understanding of the Scriptures. Guidelines for interpreting the major genres of biblical literature are provided.\n\nOld Testament Survey (6 weeks) \n\nThis course provides a general overview of the Old Testament by reviewing the main content of each book and its contribution to the overarching plan of salvation. Students will develop a greater understanding and appreciation of the revelation of God in the Old Testament and its relevance in the overall story of God’s plan.\n\nSystematic Theology (8 weeks) \n\nThis course concisely covers the major doctrines of systematic theology; namely\, Bibliology\, Theology Proper\, Christology\, Pneumatology\, Soteriology\, and Ecclesiology. This course is taught under the premise that a deeper understanding of truth shapes the way we live. URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/enli-year-2-semester-1-17/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/6bc135cb608b86ba7c15ff449ea2864a-sfMQbq.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220515T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220515T211500 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220421T202236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T004304Z UID:8532-1652644800-1652649300@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Marriage & Family Builders: Biblical and Proactive Parenting DESCRIPTION:End the crazy cycle in parenting!\n\n\nA 3-Week Love and Respect Parenting Class\n On Anger\, Apathy\, and Appeasement\nthat Can Harm the Parent-Child Relationship \nMay 15th-June 5th (with a break for Memorial Weekend)\n\n\n\n \n \nThere are 3 chronic behaviors that can wreak havoc on the parent-child relationship. These are chronic anger\, appeasement\, and apathy. As parents\, we often find ourselves:\n \n \n \n\nReacting in chronic anger on an ongoing basis when our child is disrespectful or dishonoring\n\nAppeasing our child and resorting to giving the child what he or she wants in order to keep the peace or “buy” his or her respect and compliance\n\nDisengaging and becoming apathetic because we’ve hit a point where the back-and-forth has become too much and we’re out of ideas\n\n\n \nIn this 3-week course\, we’re going to learn how to decode whether a child is intentionally or unintentionally being disrespectful\, how to address it in a productive way\, and how to work through these 3 behaviors you may be resorting to as a parent. \n \n \n \nWeek 1: May 15th – Unpacking the Crazy Cycle in Parenting\n \n \nWeek 2: May 22nd – Chronic Threats\, Treats\, and Truancy\n \n \nWeek 3: June 5th – Loving the Spirit of Your Child When His or Her Attitude and Actions are Disrespectful \n \n \n \nThis class is great for families\, single parents\, and blended families. It meets virtually via Zoom on Sundays from 8p.m.-9:15p.m. on the dates listed above.\n \n \n We’d love to see you there! Register today! URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/marriage-family-builders-biblical-and-proactive-parenting/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/7cc37d187d8dbe5d056e042ece85e734-MHdt9x.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220515T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220515T210000 DTSTAMP:20260611T140848 CREATED:20220403T133454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T152919Z UID:7642-1652641200-1652648400@gracecovdc.org SUMMARY:Marriage & Family Builders DESCRIPTION:Face-to-Face and Shoulder-to-Shoulder\n\n\nA 4-Week Communication Course for Husbands and Wives \nApril 3rd – May 1st (with a break for Easter) \nIn this 4-week communication course\, we dive deeper into two topics discussed in the Love and Respect Class: face-to-face and shoulder-to-shoulder time. This laser focus will help you decode the communication challenges you may be facing and improve connection in your marriage. Here’s what we’ll cover each week: \n \nWeek 1: A Wife’s Need and Cry for Closeness \nWeek 2: What a Husband Can Do to Better Understand His Wife’s Needs \nWeek 3: Understanding a Husband’s Communication Needs and How to Give Him Your Time \nWeek 4: Differing Perspectives on Friendship and How to Foster Friendship as a Couple \n \nThis class meets via Zoom on Sundays from 8p.m.-9:15p.m. and is a combination of 15-20 minute video sessions\, group discussion\, and prayer. Ideally\, you’ll join us alongside your spouse but you’re also welcome to attend solo. \nWe’ll meet on the following Sunday evenings: \nWeek 1: April 3rd \nWeek 2: April 10th \nBreak for Easter on April 17th \nWeek 3: April 24th \nWeek 4: May 1st URL:https://gracecovdc.org/event/marriage-family-builders-7/ LOCATION:DC ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://gracecovdc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/b7532d5d68b369df1a41f2403650ed68-dZsU1E.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR