◈ Homepage — https://gracemarin.org/VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events TASTE AND SEE THAT THE LORD IS GOOD Join Us Sundays at 9:30am PLAN YOUR VISIT JOIN OUR SERVICE ONLINE We believe that the gospel is not something that 'I have and someone else needs'; rather it is something that everyone needs all the time. We're not interested in religious 'how-tos' or self-help or 'church as usual.' Our desire is that Christ would be honored and the gospel of grace would change us, because it's the only thing that can. Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, whether skeptical or mildly curious about Christianity, or whether you are already a committed follower of Jesus Christ, Grace Marin welcomes you.  Recent Sermons Events Grace Kids Grace Students Grace Adults We are a beautiful, diverse, yet broken community of people seeking to know and love Jesus more deeply, learning how to love one another and our neighbors more fully, and diving in to doing life together in Marin with God’s grace and guidance. QUESTIONS - PRAYERS - CONNECT Need prayer? Have a question? We would love to hear from you. Contact us below and our team will be in touch. CONTACT US PRAYER REQUEST Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co ◈ Interior Pages — 28 pages crawledLearn about Grace Marin’s mission, beliefs and community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events ABOUT GRACE MARIN What we believe Our Commitments We’ve placed our primary commitments in our name so that we never lose sight of them. Undeserved favor from an unobligated giver We are offered Jesus Christ and the redemptive rescue he brings, not because we are deserving, but because grace is at the heart of who God is.  As recipients of grace, we seek to offer genuine welcome to all and to live with confidence that God’s grace can bring rescue and redemption to anyone, anywhere. A local embodiment of God’s family God graciously gathers together men, women, and children in union with him and one another through faith and baptism.  We seek to serve as God’s ambassadors wherever he takes us: blessed to be a blessing. Planted here with a purpose God has created his world, Marin included, to thrive and flourish.  We seek to love Marin according to God’s love, equipping one another to use their varied gifts and vocations for the good of our neighbors and the glory of God. Our Beliefs Grace Church of Marin in practice and belief is proudly located within the mainstream of the historic Christian faith as summarized and celebrated in the great catholic (universal) expressions: the Apostles’ Creed and the Nicene Creed. We are also children of the Protestant Reformation and its emphasis on God's lordship and grace in all spheres of life. Helpful summaries of these views can be found in documents such as the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Heidelberg Catechism. Denominationally, Grace Church of Marin is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America . Leadership Andrew Martin Elder More Aubin Giampaoli Director of Children's Ministry More Charlie Haynor Elder More Domenico Giampaoli Elder More Gerram Mathews Director of Music More Jane Deaver Director of Finance and Administration More Jeremiah Hill Associate Pastor More Michael Snearly Pastor More Tina Bauer Director of Operations More Our Story In 2006, under the leadership of our founding pastor, Rod Miles, a group began to gather with the hope that they might become a worshiping congregation through which God's flourishing might come to exist more beautifully and deeply in Marin County. Believing that the gospel is the good news that transforms not just souls but communities, cities and, one day, all things, they wanted a church that could be a blessing for Marin and beyond. A congregation that began in living rooms and around dining tables soon began meeting at Olney Hall at College of Marin, before moving to the Marin Art and Garden Center and back to the College of Marin Cafeteria and Quadrangle. As we grew in number, we celebrated God’s grace in drawing our neighbors from Southern Marin, the Sir Francis Drake corridor, San Rafael, Novato, and beyond! We officially transitioned from church plant to particular church in 2012.  In October of 2020, Grace Church of Marin received the members of Red Hill Church in San Anselmo, joining with us in our mission. Red Hill Church had roots all the way back to July of 1928, when the Marin County Baptist Church was established, first meeting in a railcar for worship. This group of believers purchased a plot of land at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in October of 1930 to build a building and hold services. God used this coming together to bless Grace Church of Marin in three ways. We added some wonderful people, a wonderful pastor (Michael Snearly), and a wonderful building at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in the heart of San Anselmo to call home.    In early 2024, convinced that Grace Church of Marin’s best days are still ahead of her, Pastor Rod announced his retirement from Grace Marin. He joyfully passed the baton of leadership to Pastor Michael Snearly in the summer of 2024. We invite you to join us as we look forward to what God will do in us and through us in the years to come! membership Interested in learning more about us? For those new to our community and for those considering membership, our  Intro to Grace class   is an opportunity to learn more about Grace Church of Marin, its history and vision, how we understand the mission of the church, and how you can more intentionally be a part of it!  Intro to Grace is held multiple times each year (usually on a Saturday morning). Contact us if you would like more information on the next Intro to Grace class. Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Connect with Grace Church of Marin – Join Our Community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events CONNECT WITH US Grace Kids and Students Children up to 5th Grade Grace Kids exists for the Glory of God and the building up of his church. Our role, through the context of the church, is to equip and partner with families to encourage children to live into the hope, security, and joy of being united with Christ. We seek for children to have a joyful and authentic encounter with Jesus and apprentice with him in the “good life” for which we were made. We begin with grace, seek to model grace, and motivate with grace as we encourage children to take their place in the magnificent story of God’s redeeming work.  Grace Marin's worship service starts at 9:30 a.m. and we desire for children to be active participating members in worship with their family. During the sermon portion of the service, children (preschool - 5th grade) are invited to attend Sunday School with their teachers. Nursery (infant - 3 years old) is available during the entire service. Nursery Infant - 3 Year Olds Learn More Sunday School Pre-K - 5th Grade Learn More Child Safeguarding Policies and Procedures Learn More Grace Students ministry OUR PURPOSE    The Student Ministry of Grace Church of Marin exists to partner with parents in equipping middle and high school students to love and follow Jesus in young adulthood and beyond.  OUR PROGRAM  Student Ministry (Grades 6-12) has regular gatherings, usually on the 1st and 3rd Sunday evenings of the month. These are times for connection, fun, and thoughtful discussion about Christianity and life. We also host other fun events and opportunities for students throughout the year, and students are always encouraged to invite their friends to anything we do! On Sunday mornings, students are always invited to join their parents for worship. On first and third Sundays, we offer a short Sunday School class for middle school students (Grades 6-8) during the sermon portion of the worship service. OUR PURSUIT: GATHER, GROW, and GO   GATHER students of Marin to taste and see that Jesus is good.   In a world where none of us have it all together, we want to invite students into grace - undeserved favor from an unobligated giver. We create a space where students can be known, ask hard questions, and encounter the love of Christ in his Word.  GROW students as they learn to enjoy Jesus.   In a culture that is searching for the good life, we want to teach students that the good life is found in union with Christ. We facilitate relational discipleship in the church so that students can learn to follow Jesus their whole life long.    Equip students to GO , sharing the love of Jesus with their world. In a life reconciled by Christ, we want students to remember who they are and to whom they belong. We challenge them to bear the family resemblance as God’s adopted children and live for the mission of Christ.    Contact Jeremiah  with questions or to get involved!  Grace Adults Community Groups Community Groups are just that... People within a localized community coming together to dive deeper into the gospel outside of Sunday worship. Community Groups typically gather twice a month to cultivate friendships and life together centered around Jesus Christ through prayer, bible study, fellowship, and a shared meal. All are welcome - individuals, young adults, and families. These are open groups and you are warmly invited. Sunday Afternoons  2nd & 4th Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Grace Marin Contact Jeremiah Sunday Evenings 1st & 3rd Sundays, 5:30-7 p.m., locations vary Contact Michael Additional small groups Additional groups can be found on our Women's Ministry and Men’s Ministry pages  Women's Ministry Men's Ministry women's ministry At Grace Women, we want you to feel welcomed to come as you are and invited to experience a God who loves you.   Women’s Weekly Discipleship  We want Grace Marin women to grow in their love for Jesus and His Word. We offer Bible studies and book studies. Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, we would love to have you join us! Tuesday Evening: Topical Book Study. 6:30-8 p.m.;   2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19 Thursday Morning: Bible Study. 9:30-11 a.m. Friday Morning: Zoom Bible Study: 9:00-11 a.m. For any questions please contact Women's Ministry . Women’s Monthly Events Our rhythm is to gather together on one Saturday of each month (with a break in December/January and the summer) for a time of fellowship, laughter, and good food. The gatherings vary from month to month but include getting together for a fellowship breakfast, going on leisurely hikes throughout Marin County, and serving our community through local non-profit organizations.   If you would like to have more information on our upcoming events, contact Women's Ministry . men's ministry Grace Church of Marin invites men to grow in friendship with one another and in their calling to follow Christ.  Weekly Gatherings  Men's Psalms Bible Study,  Wednesdays 11 a.m. at  Rustic Bakery in the Marin Country Mart (Larkspur Landing). Join us for coffee and a Bible Study through the Psalms led by Pastor Michael.  Contact: Monthly Gatherings Men's Saturday Breakfast 2nd Saturdays each month, 8-9:30 a.m. at the church.  Join us for good food, fellowship, and relaxed conversation.  Contact: Jeremiah For other men's discipleship opportunities please contact Jeremiah   or Michael serve Jesus came to serve, not to be served, and so we follow him through service. It's as simple as that! We hope you find a meaningful way to serve with us on Sundays and in our community.  IN OUR CHURCH The church is a family, and there are plenty of chores to do! One of the best ways to plug in at Grace Marin is by letting us put you to work. Find a need that fits who you are and join us!  CHILDREN'S MINISTRY      We are always in need of teachers and class assistants for our various Grace Kids Sunday school classes. It is one of the highest privileges to participate in Jesus' love and welcome of our little ones. If you have experience in this field or would like to learn more about what it would take to be a Children's Ministry volunteer, please contact Aubin . STUDENT MINISTRY   Volunteering during Sunday school and at special events provides a wonderful opportunity to build relationships with our students and to remind them that they are a vital part of our church community. An application and screening process is required. If you are interested in participating in Student Ministry, please contact Jeremiah .   WELCOME TEAM       Our Welcome Team executes the privileged task of being the tangible, personal welcome of Christ to everyone who comes through the doors at Grace Marin. Greeting involves handing out worship folders, ushering people to open seats, and being attentive during the entire worship service to direct and help folks as needed. Please contact Tina . SUNDAY HOSPITALITY TEAMS     Our teams provide refreshments before and after the worship service on Sunday mornings. This gesture of gracious hospitality is an extension of community and connection that is key to being the welcoming body of Jesus. Team members arrive prior to worship to set up and stay after fellowship time is over to clean up. Please contact Tina . MUSIC AND TECH Do you have experience as a vocalist or an accompanist? Perhaps you have an interest in learning Plan my visit to Grace Marin. What to expect and how to join us VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events Visit Sundays || 9:30am || 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo Join Livestream Directions and Parking We welcome guests and those in need to use our parking lot. We encourage our members and regular attendees to park across Sir Francis Drake Blvd. at the Red Hill Shopping Center. For more details and options, please refer to the maps below. What to Expect   No matter where you find yourself - whether skeptical, curious, or committed to Christianity - you are welcome at Grace Church of Marin! We believe that God is worthy of our worship, that he is present with us when we worship, and that in worship God works to shape us more and more to be like him. We invite you to join us!  FAQs Should I wear something formal? You will find a variety of dress styles when visiting our church. We invite you to come as you are.   What happens in a service?  Our worship services are ordered after the Gospel story. A typical service includes singing, prayer, confession, assurance of pardon, the reading and teaching of scripture, an offering and creed, the Lord's Supper, and a benediction. For more info about our worship service see Understanding Worship . Are children welcome in the service? Yes! Intergenerational worship has been at the heart of Christian worship since the beginning. Your children are encouraged to participate and will be greeted at a special welcome table and given a worship folder made especially for them.  We provide a nursery for young children for the duration of the service. Children older than nursery age are welcome to stay with you in the service for its entirety. However, we offer excellent Sunday school classes weekly for children up through grade 5, and on 1st and 3rd Sundays for middle school students. Our nursery and Sunday school classes are staffed with caring and capable adults so that you can be confident that your child is safe and well cared for. Visit our Grace Kids  page for further details about children’s Sunday school. What if I’m late?  You are welcome to come be a part of the service at any time! Please know, you may have to park across the street at Red Hill Shopping Center if our parking lot is full. Where do I park?  We invite guests or those who need it to use our parking lot and encourage members and regular attendees to park across Sir Francis Drake Blvd. at the Red Hill Shopping Center. Please see the parking map above for more details and options.   Accessibility?  Wheelchair access is best by using the breezeway entrance on the Sais Ave. side of the building.   In the day-to-day trenches of adult life, there is actually no such thing as atheism. There is no such thing as not worshipping. Everybody worships. The only choice we get is what to worship. - David Foster Wallace Upcoming Events No events found Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Grace Marin offers ways to grow your faith and serve VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events rESOURCES Recent Sermons Listen to sermons and reflections on spotify Access full library of past services on Youtube CARE AND HELP We are committed to one another. The Christian life is one lived together in relationships of mutual love, encouragement, support and enjoyment. Thus, we are intentional in creating structures in which relationships can be fostered and space in which they can flourish.  Christ provides the model for how we are to engage one another both within and outside our Grace community. This means we pursue, identify with and encourage the flourishing of one another through sacrificial love. In a word, we care. Sometimes a need for care becomes acute, and if that is true for you, please know we'd love to help in the following ways.  PASTORAL CARE The leaders of Grace Marin are available for counseling and prayer. The pastors are also available to talk about matters of life and faith and about ways you can connect to the life of the congregation. Contact Us  if you would like to set up an appointment.  MERCY TEAM From time to time, each of us will find ourselves in challenging or difficult situations, whether spiritually, physically, emotionally or otherwise. The women and men of our mercy team are committed to walking with you, praying with you, and working to bring the resources of the church to bear for you. If you need help, please email Matt .  COUNSELING RESOURCES   Grace Marin offers a resource for online Christian counseling that is convenient, confidential, affordable, and effective through our partnership with Global Counseling Network. Former Pastor, Rod Miles, interviewed Global Counseling Network's President, Ken McDonald. You can click here  to hear their conversation about this partnership.  Members and Regular Attenders of Grace Marin will receive assistance paying for seven sessions with Global Counseling Network. If you would like more information please contact us for an overview and the details including a form to request counseling.  GRACE CARES    Grace Cares is a confidential helping ministry in which trained lay members of Grace Marin walk alongside others in our community going through a challenging season of life. Grace Cares ministers listen, pray, and encourage. If you would like to determine whether a Grace Cares minister might be beneficial for you, please contact us .  MEALS MINISTRY   The Meals Ministry provides comfort and care to families and individuals experiencing a season of need by providing regular meals for a set period of time. If you have an upcoming surgery, are expecting the birth of a child, or are experiencing an unforeseen event in which you find yourself in need of meal support, please contact us . Study Resources DAILY OFFICE LECTIONARY The scripture readings below are part of a two-year cycle that will take you through the Old Testament once, the New Testament twice, and the Psalms frequently. The readings can also be found at ESV.org . The prayer can be found at The Daily Office .  THE BIBLE PROJECT A Bible reading plan you may find helpful is sponsored by "The Bible Project" . Their specialty is short-form, fully animated Bible videos and other resources that make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere. The Reading Plan takes you through the entire bible in one year. If you’d like to take full advantage of the videos and an app that makes it super easy to follow, download the YouVersion Bible app  and choose The Bible Project Reading Plan. That app will deliver the videos and scriptures directly to your mobile phone each day. understanding Worship Worship at Grace Marin moves through a specific pattern or rhythm:   God SUMMONS us as his people    God RENEWS & SANCTIFIES us to himself    God SPEAKS to us in his word    God STRENGTHENS us at his table    God SENDS us into the world God SUMMONS us as his people in our Call to Worship. As we meet together each week, we recognize in the preparation time, that God, through his word and Spirit, gathers us into his presence and calls us into his life and mission. As God begins to speak to us, we then answer responsively with a Psalm or other text drawn from the biblical hymns of God’s people. As God draws us to himself, we thank and praise him in our Prayer of Adoration. We enter his presence with singing and the hearing of his Word.  God RENEWS & SANCTIFIES us to himself. Throughout Scripture, when people find themselves in God's presence, they sense how far short they fall and become aware of their own shame and brokenness. In the same way, through the Prayer of Confession, we acknowledge our sin, both as a community and also silently as individuals for ourselves and for the world. After our confession, through the Assurance of Pardon, we are reminded that God is always ready, by his mercy and grace, to forgive us. Next, we seek God’s provision in a Prayer of the People and, using the Lord’s Prayer, we offer ourselves in service to his kingdom both now and forever. Then, renewed in our identity, we welcome one another and share the peace of Christ. God SPEAKS to us in his word, addressing us as his forgiven people. In the public reading of Scripture and its exposition in the Sermon, God shares the story of his saving mission in Jesus, encouraging us to join in that mission and orienting us again to his priorities. With Christians through the centuries, we respond aloud in thanks and praise to God after his word is read to us. Instructed by his word, we offer ourselves to God’s service through our Offering. In the Confession of Faith, we confess his story to be our own story in the creed, which is simply a summary of faith from the early church.  God STRENGTHENS us at his table. As Communion begins, we lift our hearts to God and give him thanks in the Prayer of Thanksgiving, or Eucharistic Prayer. In the Words of Institution, we affirm that through this meal Jesus gave us, we remember his death and proclaim his new life as the centerpiece of God’s mission. God invites us to his table to feed us with his own life and to strengthen us before sending us out. In communion, he unites us together in Jesus Christ as his reconciled and reconciling people. We respond by receiving the Lord’s Supper, sharing together in the bread and wine, as a communion in the body and blood of Christ given for our salvation. God SENDS us into the world. At the close of worship, God sends us out to carry forward the gospel story. In our worship, we have responded to God’s call, heard his word, offered ourselves to his service, and received strength at his table. God weaves us together as a new people, oriented to his mission. We recognize and celebrate this in a sending prayer and song. God then grants us his assurance and blessing in the Benediction, based upon scripture and given in his Triune name. Finally, in the dismissal, we respond in thanks and go out in love and peace to serve him in the world, remembering who we are and to whom we belong. Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Join us at Grace Marin for Worship, fellowship and activities VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events Upcoming Events Join us at Grace Marin this season! No events found Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Plan my visit to Grace Marin. What to expect and how to join us VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events Visit Sundays || 9:30am || 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo Join Livestream Directions and Parking We welcome guests and those in need to use our parking lot. We encourage our members and regular attendees to park across Sir Francis Drake Blvd. at the Red Hill Shopping Center. For more details and options, please refer to the maps below. What to Expect   No matter where you find yourself - whether skeptical, curious, or committed to Christianity - you are welcome at Grace Church of Marin! We believe that God is worthy of our worship, that he is present with us when we worship, and that in worship God works to shape us more and more to be like him. We invite you to join us!  FAQs Should I wear something formal? You will find a variety of dress styles when visiting our church. We invite you to come as you are.   What happens in a service?  Our worship services are ordered after the Gospel story. A typical service includes singing, prayer, confession, assurance of pardon, the reading and teaching of scripture, an offering and creed, the Lord's Supper, and a benediction. For more info about our worship service see Understanding Worship . Are children welcome in the service? Yes! Intergenerational worship has been at the heart of Christian worship since the beginning. Your children are encouraged to participate and will be greeted at a special welcome table and given a worship folder made especially for them.  We provide a nursery for young children for the duration of the service. Children older than nursery age are welcome to stay with you in the service for its entirety. However, we offer excellent Sunday school classes weekly for children up through grade 5, and on 1st and 3rd Sundays for middle school students. Our nursery and Sunday school classes are staffed with caring and capable adults so that you can be confident that your child is safe and well cared for. Visit our Grace Kids  page for further details about children’s Sunday school. What if I’m late?  You are welcome to come be a part of the service at any time! Please know, you may have to park across the street at Red Hill Shopping Center if our parking lot is full. Where do I park?  We invite guests or those who need it to use our parking lot and encourage members and regular attendees to park across Sir Francis Drake Blvd. at the Red Hill Shopping Center. Please see the parking map above for more details and options.   Accessibility?  Wheelchair access is best by using the breezeway entrance on the Sais Ave. side of the building.   In the day-to-day trenches of adult life, there is actually no such thing as atheism. There is no such thing as not worshipping. Everybody worships. The only choice we get is what to worship. - David Foster Wallace Upcoming Events No events found Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Learn about Grace Marin’s mission, beliefs and community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events ABOUT GRACE MARIN What we believe Our Commitments We’ve placed our primary commitments in our name so that we never lose sight of them. Undeserved favor from an unobligated giver We are offered Jesus Christ and the redemptive rescue he brings, not because we are deserving, but because grace is at the heart of who God is.  As recipients of grace, we seek to offer genuine welcome to all and to live with confidence that God’s grace can bring rescue and redemption to anyone, anywhere. A local embodiment of God’s family God graciously gathers together men, women, and children in union with him and one another through faith and baptism.  We seek to serve as God’s ambassadors wherever he takes us: blessed to be a blessing. Planted here with a purpose God has created his world, Marin included, to thrive and flourish.  We seek to love Marin according to God’s love, equipping one another to use their varied gifts and vocations for the good of our neighbors and the glory of God. Our Beliefs Grace Church of Marin in practice and belief is proudly located within the mainstream of the historic Christian faith as summarized and celebrated in the great catholic (universal) expressions: the Apostles’ Creed and the Nicene Creed. We are also children of the Protestant Reformation and its emphasis on God's lordship and grace in all spheres of life. Helpful summaries of these views can be found in documents such as the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Heidelberg Catechism. Denominationally, Grace Church of Marin is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America . Leadership Andrew Martin Elder More Aubin Giampaoli Director of Children's Ministry More Charlie Haynor Elder More Domenico Giampaoli Elder More Gerram Mathews Director of Music More Jane Deaver Director of Finance and Administration More Jeremiah Hill Associate Pastor More Michael Snearly Pastor More Tina Bauer Director of Operations More Our Story In 2006, under the leadership of our founding pastor, Rod Miles, a group began to gather with the hope that they might become a worshiping congregation through which God's flourishing might come to exist more beautifully and deeply in Marin County. Believing that the gospel is the good news that transforms not just souls but communities, cities and, one day, all things, they wanted a church that could be a blessing for Marin and beyond. A congregation that began in living rooms and around dining tables soon began meeting at Olney Hall at College of Marin, before moving to the Marin Art and Garden Center and back to the College of Marin Cafeteria and Quadrangle. As we grew in number, we celebrated God’s grace in drawing our neighbors from Southern Marin, the Sir Francis Drake corridor, San Rafael, Novato, and beyond! We officially transitioned from church plant to particular church in 2012.  In October of 2020, Grace Church of Marin received the members of Red Hill Church in San Anselmo, joining with us in our mission. Red Hill Church had roots all the way back to July of 1928, when the Marin County Baptist Church was established, first meeting in a railcar for worship. This group of believers purchased a plot of land at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in October of 1930 to build a building and hold services. God used this coming together to bless Grace Church of Marin in three ways. We added some wonderful people, a wonderful pastor (Michael Snearly), and a wonderful building at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in the heart of San Anselmo to call home.    In early 2024, convinced that Grace Church of Marin’s best days are still ahead of her, Pastor Rod announced his retirement from Grace Marin. He joyfully passed the baton of leadership to Pastor Michael Snearly in the summer of 2024. We invite you to join us as we look forward to what God will do in us and through us in the years to come! membership Interested in learning more about us? For those new to our community and for those considering membership, our  Intro to Grace class   is an opportunity to learn more about Grace Church of Marin, its history and vision, how we understand the mission of the church, and how you can more intentionally be a part of it!  Intro to Grace is held multiple times each year (usually on a Saturday morning). Contact us if you would like more information on the next Intro to Grace class. Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Connect with Grace Church of Marin – Join Our Community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events CONNECT WITH US Grace Kids and Students Children up to 5th Grade Grace Kids exists for the Glory of God and the building up of his church. Our role, through the context of the church, is to equip and partner with families to encourage children to live into the hope, security, and joy of being united with Christ. We seek for children to have a joyful and authentic encounter with Jesus and apprentice with him in the “good life” for which we were made. We begin with grace, seek to model grace, and motivate with grace as we encourage children to take their place in the magnificent story of God’s redeeming work.  Grace Marin's worship service starts at 9:30 a.m. and we desire for children to be active participating members in worship with their family. During the sermon portion of the service, children (preschool - 5th grade) are invited to attend Sunday School with their teachers. Nursery (infant - 3 years old) is available during the entire service. Nursery Infant - 3 Year Olds Learn More Sunday School Pre-K - 5th Grade Learn More Child Safeguarding Policies and Procedures Learn More Grace Students ministry OUR PURPOSE    The Student Ministry of Grace Church of Marin exists to partner with parents in equipping middle and high school students to love and follow Jesus in young adulthood and beyond.  OUR PROGRAM  Student Ministry (Grades 6-12) has regular gatherings, usually on the 1st and 3rd Sunday evenings of the month. These are times for connection, fun, and thoughtful discussion about Christianity and life. We also host other fun events and opportunities for students throughout the year, and students are always encouraged to invite their friends to anything we do! On Sunday mornings, students are always invited to join their parents for worship. On first and third Sundays, we offer a short Sunday School class for middle school students (Grades 6-8) during the sermon portion of the worship service. OUR PURSUIT: GATHER, GROW, and GO   GATHER students of Marin to taste and see that Jesus is good.   In a world where none of us have it all together, we want to invite students into grace - undeserved favor from an unobligated giver. We create a space where students can be known, ask hard questions, and encounter the love of Christ in his Word.  GROW students as they learn to enjoy Jesus.   In a culture that is searching for the good life, we want to teach students that the good life is found in union with Christ. We facilitate relational discipleship in the church so that students can learn to follow Jesus their whole life long.    Equip students to GO , sharing the love of Jesus with their world. In a life reconciled by Christ, we want students to remember who they are and to whom they belong. We challenge them to bear the family resemblance as God’s adopted children and live for the mission of Christ.    Contact Jeremiah  with questions or to get involved!  Grace Adults Community Groups Community Groups are just that... People within a localized community coming together to dive deeper into the gospel outside of Sunday worship. Community Groups typically gather twice a month to cultivate friendships and life together centered around Jesus Christ through prayer, bible study, fellowship, and a shared meal. All are welcome - individuals, young adults, and families. These are open groups and you are warmly invited. Sunday Afternoons  2nd & 4th Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Grace Marin Contact Jeremiah Sunday Evenings 1st & 3rd Sundays, 5:30-7 p.m., locations vary Contact Michael Additional small groups Additional groups can be found on our Women's Ministry and Men’s Ministry pages  Women's Ministry Men's Ministry women's ministry At Grace Women, we want you to feel welcomed to come as you are and invited to experience a God who loves you.   Women’s Weekly Discipleship  We want Grace Marin women to grow in their love for Jesus and His Word. We offer Bible studies and book studies. Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, we would love to have you join us! Tuesday Evening: Topical Book Study. 6:30-8 p.m.;   2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19 Thursday Morning: Bible Study. 9:30-11 a.m. Friday Morning: Zoom Bible Study: 9:00-11 a.m. For any questions please contact Women's Ministry . Women’s Monthly Events Our rhythm is to gather together on one Saturday of each month (with a break in December/January and the summer) for a time of fellowship, laughter, and good food. The gatherings vary from month to month but include getting together for a fellowship breakfast, going on leisurely hikes throughout Marin County, and serving our community through local non-profit organizations.   If you would like to have more information on our upcoming events, contact Women's Ministry . men's ministry Grace Church of Marin invites men to grow in friendship with one another and in their calling to follow Christ.  Weekly Gatherings  Men's Psalms Bible Study,  Wednesdays 11 a.m. at  Rustic Bakery in the Marin Country Mart (Larkspur Landing). Join us for coffee and a Bible Study through the Psalms led by Pastor Michael.  Contact: Monthly Gatherings Men's Saturday Breakfast 2nd Saturdays each month, 8-9:30 a.m. at the church.  Join us for good food, fellowship, and relaxed conversation.  Contact: Jeremiah For other men's discipleship opportunities please contact Jeremiah   or Michael serve Jesus came to serve, not to be served, and so we follow him through service. It's as simple as that! We hope you find a meaningful way to serve with us on Sundays and in our community.  IN OUR CHURCH The church is a family, and there are plenty of chores to do! One of the best ways to plug in at Grace Marin is by letting us put you to work. Find a need that fits who you are and join us!  CHILDREN'S MINISTRY      We are always in need of teachers and class assistants for our various Grace Kids Sunday school classes. It is one of the highest privileges to participate in Jesus' love and welcome of our little ones. If you have experience in this field or would like to learn more about what it would take to be a Children's Ministry volunteer, please contact Aubin . STUDENT MINISTRY   Volunteering during Sunday school and at special events provides a wonderful opportunity to build relationships with our students and to remind them that they are a vital part of our church community. An application and screening process is required. If you are interested in participating in Student Ministry, please contact Jeremiah .   WELCOME TEAM       Our Welcome Team executes the privileged task of being the tangible, personal welcome of Christ to everyone who comes through the doors at Grace Marin. Greeting involves handing out worship folders, ushering people to open seats, and being attentive during the entire worship service to direct and help folks as needed. Please contact Tina . SUNDAY HOSPITALITY TEAMS     Our teams provide refreshments before and after the worship service on Sunday mornings. This gesture of gracious hospitality is an extension of community and connection that is key to being the welcoming body of Jesus. Team members arrive prior to worship to set up and stay after fellowship time is over to clean up. Please contact Tina . MUSIC AND TECH Do you have experience as a vocalist or an accompanist? Perhaps you have an interest in learning Give to Grace Marin – Support our mission & impact the community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events GIVING GIVE NOW Ways to Give Thank you for considering a donation to Grace Church of Marin. Giving is a great way to both gratefully celebrate God's work in your life and generously support the ministries of the church. There are several ways to give:  Giving Online  To set up a one-time or repeating gift directly from your checking account or with a credit card, log in to Church Center and select the Give button. Regular giving should be designated for the general fund. If you have any questions, please email Jane . Giving on Sundays  Many Christians historically divide their giving into weekly or monthly amounts and give them during the offering. It's a tangible way to connect giving and worship.  Giving by Check or Online Bill Pay Checks can be mailed to:  Grace Church of Marin 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561 San Anselmo, CA 94960 Online bill pay from your banking account can be set up to send checks automatically to Grace Church of Marin using the same address.  Donations of Appreciated Securities  Whether you'd like to donate assets or give through a donor advised fund, we are set up to receive your gifts. Please contact  Jane  for the necessary paperwork or guidance on how to pursue these giving avenues.  He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? – Romans 8:32 Gather, Grow, and go building campaign Having been gifted a building with wonderful possibilities at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, we believe that God wants to make this gift a treasure for all in our beautiful county. Through this renewed building, Grace Marin will be able to GATHER, GROW, AND GO into this community more effectively with a posture that reflects the glory of God and His lavish hospitality. Watch the Kick-Off Video Give Now Making an Impact Vision Night Testimonies Watch Stories of Impact Read Our Goals and Aspirations Aspire Keep up with our Progress See the latest Pictures This beautiful campus will be utilized throughout the week by those who share our love for Marin and are working for its flourishing. It will be a place where connections are made and communities are built. For more information on the campaign and ways to give, please contact Jane . Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Give to Grace Marin – Support our mission & impact the community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events GIVING GIVE NOW Ways to Give Thank you for considering a donation to Grace Church of Marin. Giving is a great way to both gratefully celebrate God's work in your life and generously support the ministries of the church. There are several ways to give:  Giving Online  To set up a one-time or repeating gift directly from your checking account or with a credit card, log in to Church Center and select the Give button. Regular giving should be designated for the general fund. If you have any questions, please email Jane . Giving on Sundays  Many Christians historically divide their giving into weekly or monthly amounts and give them during the offering. It's a tangible way to connect giving and worship.  Giving by Check or Online Bill Pay Checks can be mailed to:  Grace Church of Marin 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561 San Anselmo, CA 94960 Online bill pay from your banking account can be set up to send checks automatically to Grace Church of Marin using the same address.  Donations of Appreciated Securities  Whether you'd like to donate assets or give through a donor advised fund, we are set up to receive your gifts. Please contact  Jane  for the necessary paperwork or guidance on how to pursue these giving avenues.  He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? – Romans 8:32 Gather, Grow, and go building campaign Having been gifted a building with wonderful possibilities at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, we believe that God wants to make this gift a treasure for all in our beautiful county. Through this renewed building, Grace Marin will be able to GATHER, GROW, AND GO into this community more effectively with a posture that reflects the glory of God and His lavish hospitality. Watch the Kick-Off Video Give Now Making an Impact Vision Night Testimonies Watch Stories of Impact Read Our Goals and Aspirations Aspire Keep up with our Progress See the latest Pictures This beautiful campus will be utilized throughout the week by those who share our love for Marin and are working for its flourishing. It will be a place where connections are made and communities are built. For more information on the campaign and ways to give, please contact Jane . Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Plan my visit to Grace Marin. What to expect and how to join us VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events Visit Sundays || 9:30am || 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo Join Livestream Directions and Parking We welcome guests and those in need to use our parking lot. We encourage our members and regular attendees to park across Sir Francis Drake Blvd. at the Red Hill Shopping Center. For more details and options, please refer to the maps below. What to Expect   No matter where you find yourself - whether skeptical, curious, or committed to Christianity - you are welcome at Grace Church of Marin! We believe that God is worthy of our worship, that he is present with us when we worship, and that in worship God works to shape us more and more to be like him. We invite you to join us!  FAQs Should I wear something formal? You will find a variety of dress styles when visiting our church. We invite you to come as you are.   What happens in a service?  Our worship services are ordered after the Gospel story. A typical service includes singing, prayer, confession, assurance of pardon, the reading and teaching of scripture, an offering and creed, the Lord's Supper, and a benediction. For more info about our worship service see Understanding Worship . Are children welcome in the service? Yes! Intergenerational worship has been at the heart of Christian worship since the beginning. Your children are encouraged to participate and will be greeted at a special welcome table and given a worship folder made especially for them.  We provide a nursery for young children for the duration of the service. Children older than nursery age are welcome to stay with you in the service for its entirety. However, we offer excellent Sunday school classes weekly for children up through grade 5, and on 1st and 3rd Sundays for middle school students. Our nursery and Sunday school classes are staffed with caring and capable adults so that you can be confident that your child is safe and well cared for. Visit our Grace Kids  page for further details about children’s Sunday school. What if I’m late?  You are welcome to come be a part of the service at any time! Please know, you may have to park across the street at Red Hill Shopping Center if our parking lot is full. Where do I park?  We invite guests or those who need it to use our parking lot and encourage members and regular attendees to park across Sir Francis Drake Blvd. at the Red Hill Shopping Center. Please see the parking map above for more details and options.   Accessibility?  Wheelchair access is best by using the breezeway entrance on the Sais Ave. side of the building.   In the day-to-day trenches of adult life, there is actually no such thing as atheism. There is no such thing as not worshipping. Everybody worships. The only choice we get is what to worship. - David Foster Wallace Upcoming Events No events found Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Connect with Grace Church of Marin – Join Our Community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events CONNECT WITH US Grace Kids and Students Children up to 5th Grade Grace Kids exists for the Glory of God and the building up of his church. Our role, through the context of the church, is to equip and partner with families to encourage children to live into the hope, security, and joy of being united with Christ. We seek for children to have a joyful and authentic encounter with Jesus and apprentice with him in the “good life” for which we were made. We begin with grace, seek to model grace, and motivate with grace as we encourage children to take their place in the magnificent story of God’s redeeming work.  Grace Marin's worship service starts at 9:30 a.m. and we desire for children to be active participating members in worship with their family. During the sermon portion of the service, children (preschool - 5th grade) are invited to attend Sunday School with their teachers. Nursery (infant - 3 years old) is available during the entire service. Nursery Infant - 3 Year Olds Learn More Sunday School Pre-K - 5th Grade Learn More Child Safeguarding Policies and Procedures Learn More Grace Students ministry OUR PURPOSE    The Student Ministry of Grace Church of Marin exists to partner with parents in equipping middle and high school students to love and follow Jesus in young adulthood and beyond.  OUR PROGRAM  Student Ministry (Grades 6-12) has regular gatherings, usually on the 1st and 3rd Sunday evenings of the month. These are times for connection, fun, and thoughtful discussion about Christianity and life. We also host other fun events and opportunities for students throughout the year, and students are always encouraged to invite their friends to anything we do! On Sunday mornings, students are always invited to join their parents for worship. On first and third Sundays, we offer a short Sunday School class for middle school students (Grades 6-8) during the sermon portion of the worship service. OUR PURSUIT: GATHER, GROW, and GO   GATHER students of Marin to taste and see that Jesus is good.   In a world where none of us have it all together, we want to invite students into grace - undeserved favor from an unobligated giver. We create a space where students can be known, ask hard questions, and encounter the love of Christ in his Word.  GROW students as they learn to enjoy Jesus.   In a culture that is searching for the good life, we want to teach students that the good life is found in union with Christ. We facilitate relational discipleship in the church so that students can learn to follow Jesus their whole life long.    Equip students to GO , sharing the love of Jesus with their world. In a life reconciled by Christ, we want students to remember who they are and to whom they belong. We challenge them to bear the family resemblance as God’s adopted children and live for the mission of Christ.    Contact Jeremiah  with questions or to get involved!  Grace Adults Community Groups Community Groups are just that... People within a localized community coming together to dive deeper into the gospel outside of Sunday worship. Community Groups typically gather twice a month to cultivate friendships and life together centered around Jesus Christ through prayer, bible study, fellowship, and a shared meal. All are welcome - individuals, young adults, and families. These are open groups and you are warmly invited. Sunday Afternoons  2nd & 4th Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Grace Marin Contact Jeremiah Sunday Evenings 1st & 3rd Sundays, 5:30-7 p.m., locations vary Contact Michael Additional small groups Additional groups can be found on our Women's Ministry and Men’s Ministry pages  Women's Ministry Men's Ministry women's ministry At Grace Women, we want you to feel welcomed to come as you are and invited to experience a God who loves you.   Women’s Weekly Discipleship  We want Grace Marin women to grow in their love for Jesus and His Word. We offer Bible studies and book studies. Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, we would love to have you join us! Tuesday Evening: Topical Book Study. 6:30-8 p.m.;   2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19 Thursday Morning: Bible Study. 9:30-11 a.m. Friday Morning: Zoom Bible Study: 9:00-11 a.m. For any questions please contact Women's Ministry . Women’s Monthly Events Our rhythm is to gather together on one Saturday of each month (with a break in December/January and the summer) for a time of fellowship, laughter, and good food. The gatherings vary from month to month but include getting together for a fellowship breakfast, going on leisurely hikes throughout Marin County, and serving our community through local non-profit organizations.   If you would like to have more information on our upcoming events, contact Women's Ministry . men's ministry Grace Church of Marin invites men to grow in friendship with one another and in their calling to follow Christ.  Weekly Gatherings  Men's Psalms Bible Study,  Wednesdays 11 a.m. at  Rustic Bakery in the Marin Country Mart (Larkspur Landing). Join us for coffee and a Bible Study through the Psalms led by Pastor Michael.  Contact: Monthly Gatherings Men's Saturday Breakfast 2nd Saturdays each month, 8-9:30 a.m. at the church.  Join us for good food, fellowship, and relaxed conversation.  Contact: Jeremiah For other men's discipleship opportunities please contact Jeremiah   or Michael serve Jesus came to serve, not to be served, and so we follow him through service. It's as simple as that! We hope you find a meaningful way to serve with us on Sundays and in our community.  IN OUR CHURCH The church is a family, and there are plenty of chores to do! One of the best ways to plug in at Grace Marin is by letting us put you to work. Find a need that fits who you are and join us!  CHILDREN'S MINISTRY      We are always in need of teachers and class assistants for our various Grace Kids Sunday school classes. It is one of the highest privileges to participate in Jesus' love and welcome of our little ones. If you have experience in this field or would like to learn more about what it would take to be a Children's Ministry volunteer, please contact Aubin . STUDENT MINISTRY   Volunteering during Sunday school and at special events provides a wonderful opportunity to build relationships with our students and to remind them that they are a vital part of our church community. An application and screening process is required. If you are interested in participating in Student Ministry, please contact Jeremiah .   WELCOME TEAM       Our Welcome Team executes the privileged task of being the tangible, personal welcome of Christ to everyone who comes through the doors at Grace Marin. Greeting involves handing out worship folders, ushering people to open seats, and being attentive during the entire worship service to direct and help folks as needed. Please contact Tina . SUNDAY HOSPITALITY TEAMS     Our teams provide refreshments before and after the worship service on Sunday mornings. This gesture of gracious hospitality is an extension of community and connection that is key to being the welcoming body of Jesus. Team members arrive prior to worship to set up and stay after fellowship time is over to clean up. Please contact Tina . MUSIC AND TECH Do you have experience as a vocalist or an accompanist? Perhaps you have an interest in learning Connect with Grace Church of Marin – Join Our Community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events CONNECT WITH US Grace Kids and Students Children up to 5th Grade Grace Kids exists for the Glory of God and the building up of his church. Our role, through the context of the church, is to equip and partner with families to encourage children to live into the hope, security, and joy of being united with Christ. We seek for children to have a joyful and authentic encounter with Jesus and apprentice with him in the “good life” for which we were made. We begin with grace, seek to model grace, and motivate with grace as we encourage children to take their place in the magnificent story of God’s redeeming work.  Grace Marin's worship service starts at 9:30 a.m. and we desire for children to be active participating members in worship with their family. During the sermon portion of the service, children (preschool - 5th grade) are invited to attend Sunday School with their teachers. Nursery (infant - 3 years old) is available during the entire service. Nursery Infant - 3 Year Olds Learn More Sunday School Pre-K - 5th Grade Learn More Child Safeguarding Policies and Procedures Learn More Grace Students ministry OUR PURPOSE    The Student Ministry of Grace Church of Marin exists to partner with parents in equipping middle and high school students to love and follow Jesus in young adulthood and beyond.  OUR PROGRAM  Student Ministry (Grades 6-12) has regular gatherings, usually on the 1st and 3rd Sunday evenings of the month. These are times for connection, fun, and thoughtful discussion about Christianity and life. We also host other fun events and opportunities for students throughout the year, and students are always encouraged to invite their friends to anything we do! On Sunday mornings, students are always invited to join their parents for worship. On first and third Sundays, we offer a short Sunday School class for middle school students (Grades 6-8) during the sermon portion of the worship service. OUR PURSUIT: GATHER, GROW, and GO   GATHER students of Marin to taste and see that Jesus is good.   In a world where none of us have it all together, we want to invite students into grace - undeserved favor from an unobligated giver. We create a space where students can be known, ask hard questions, and encounter the love of Christ in his Word.  GROW students as they learn to enjoy Jesus.   In a culture that is searching for the good life, we want to teach students that the good life is found in union with Christ. We facilitate relational discipleship in the church so that students can learn to follow Jesus their whole life long.    Equip students to GO , sharing the love of Jesus with their world. In a life reconciled by Christ, we want students to remember who they are and to whom they belong. We challenge them to bear the family resemblance as God’s adopted children and live for the mission of Christ.    Contact Jeremiah  with questions or to get involved!  Grace Adults Community Groups Community Groups are just that... People within a localized community coming together to dive deeper into the gospel outside of Sunday worship. Community Groups typically gather twice a month to cultivate friendships and life together centered around Jesus Christ through prayer, bible study, fellowship, and a shared meal. All are welcome - individuals, young adults, and families. These are open groups and you are warmly invited. Sunday Afternoons  2nd & 4th Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Grace Marin Contact Jeremiah Sunday Evenings 1st & 3rd Sundays, 5:30-7 p.m., locations vary Contact Michael Additional small groups Additional groups can be found on our Women's Ministry and Men’s Ministry pages  Women's Ministry Men's Ministry women's ministry At Grace Women, we want you to feel welcomed to come as you are and invited to experience a God who loves you.   Women’s Weekly Discipleship  We want Grace Marin women to grow in their love for Jesus and His Word. We offer Bible studies and book studies. Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, we would love to have you join us! Tuesday Evening: Topical Book Study. 6:30-8 p.m.;   2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19 Thursday Morning: Bible Study. 9:30-11 a.m. Friday Morning: Zoom Bible Study: 9:00-11 a.m. For any questions please contact Women's Ministry . Women’s Monthly Events Our rhythm is to gather together on one Saturday of each month (with a break in December/January and the summer) for a time of fellowship, laughter, and good food. The gatherings vary from month to month but include getting together for a fellowship breakfast, going on leisurely hikes throughout Marin County, and serving our community through local non-profit organizations.   If you would like to have more information on our upcoming events, contact Women's Ministry . men's ministry Grace Church of Marin invites men to grow in friendship with one another and in their calling to follow Christ.  Weekly Gatherings  Men's Psalms Bible Study,  Wednesdays 11 a.m. at  Rustic Bakery in the Marin Country Mart (Larkspur Landing). Join us for coffee and a Bible Study through the Psalms led by Pastor Michael.  Contact: Monthly Gatherings Men's Saturday Breakfast 2nd Saturdays each month, 8-9:30 a.m. at the church.  Join us for good food, fellowship, and relaxed conversation.  Contact: Jeremiah For other men's discipleship opportunities please contact Jeremiah   or Michael serve Jesus came to serve, not to be served, and so we follow him through service. It's as simple as that! We hope you find a meaningful way to serve with us on Sundays and in our community.  IN OUR CHURCH The church is a family, and there are plenty of chores to do! One of the best ways to plug in at Grace Marin is by letting us put you to work. Find a need that fits who you are and join us!  CHILDREN'S MINISTRY      We are always in need of teachers and class assistants for our various Grace Kids Sunday school classes. It is one of the highest privileges to participate in Jesus' love and welcome of our little ones. If you have experience in this field or would like to learn more about what it would take to be a Children's Ministry volunteer, please contact Aubin . STUDENT MINISTRY   Volunteering during Sunday school and at special events provides a wonderful opportunity to build relationships with our students and to remind them that they are a vital part of our church community. An application and screening process is required. If you are interested in participating in Student Ministry, please contact Jeremiah .   WELCOME TEAM       Our Welcome Team executes the privileged task of being the tangible, personal welcome of Christ to everyone who comes through the doors at Grace Marin. Greeting involves handing out worship folders, ushering people to open seats, and being attentive during the entire worship service to direct and help folks as needed. Please contact Tina . SUNDAY HOSPITALITY TEAMS     Our teams provide refreshments before and after the worship service on Sunday mornings. This gesture of gracious hospitality is an extension of community and connection that is key to being the welcoming body of Jesus. Team members arrive prior to worship to set up and stay after fellowship time is over to clean up. Please contact Tina . MUSIC AND TECH Do you have experience as a vocalist or an accompanist? Perhaps you have an interest in learning Learn about Grace Marin’s mission, beliefs and community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events ABOUT GRACE MARIN What we believe Our Commitments We’ve placed our primary commitments in our name so that we never lose sight of them. Undeserved favor from an unobligated giver We are offered Jesus Christ and the redemptive rescue he brings, not because we are deserving, but because grace is at the heart of who God is.  As recipients of grace, we seek to offer genuine welcome to all and to live with confidence that God’s grace can bring rescue and redemption to anyone, anywhere. A local embodiment of God’s family God graciously gathers together men, women, and children in union with him and one another through faith and baptism.  We seek to serve as God’s ambassadors wherever he takes us: blessed to be a blessing. Planted here with a purpose God has created his world, Marin included, to thrive and flourish.  We seek to love Marin according to God’s love, equipping one another to use their varied gifts and vocations for the good of our neighbors and the glory of God. Our Beliefs Grace Church of Marin in practice and belief is proudly located within the mainstream of the historic Christian faith as summarized and celebrated in the great catholic (universal) expressions: the Apostles’ Creed and the Nicene Creed. We are also children of the Protestant Reformation and its emphasis on God's lordship and grace in all spheres of life. Helpful summaries of these views can be found in documents such as the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Heidelberg Catechism. Denominationally, Grace Church of Marin is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America . Leadership Andrew Martin Elder More Aubin Giampaoli Director of Children's Ministry More Charlie Haynor Elder More Domenico Giampaoli Elder More Gerram Mathews Director of Music More Jane Deaver Director of Finance and Administration More Jeremiah Hill Associate Pastor More Michael Snearly Pastor More Tina Bauer Director of Operations More Our Story In 2006, under the leadership of our founding pastor, Rod Miles, a group began to gather with the hope that they might become a worshiping congregation through which God's flourishing might come to exist more beautifully and deeply in Marin County. Believing that the gospel is the good news that transforms not just souls but communities, cities and, one day, all things, they wanted a church that could be a blessing for Marin and beyond. A congregation that began in living rooms and around dining tables soon began meeting at Olney Hall at College of Marin, before moving to the Marin Art and Garden Center and back to the College of Marin Cafeteria and Quadrangle. As we grew in number, we celebrated God’s grace in drawing our neighbors from Southern Marin, the Sir Francis Drake corridor, San Rafael, Novato, and beyond! We officially transitioned from church plant to particular church in 2012.  In October of 2020, Grace Church of Marin received the members of Red Hill Church in San Anselmo, joining with us in our mission. Red Hill Church had roots all the way back to July of 1928, when the Marin County Baptist Church was established, first meeting in a railcar for worship. This group of believers purchased a plot of land at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in October of 1930 to build a building and hold services. God used this coming together to bless Grace Church of Marin in three ways. We added some wonderful people, a wonderful pastor (Michael Snearly), and a wonderful building at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in the heart of San Anselmo to call home.    In early 2024, convinced that Grace Church of Marin’s best days are still ahead of her, Pastor Rod announced his retirement from Grace Marin. He joyfully passed the baton of leadership to Pastor Michael Snearly in the summer of 2024. We invite you to join us as we look forward to what God will do in us and through us in the years to come! membership Interested in learning more about us? For those new to our community and for those considering membership, our  Intro to Grace class   is an opportunity to learn more about Grace Church of Marin, its history and vision, how we understand the mission of the church, and how you can more intentionally be a part of it!  Intro to Grace is held multiple times each year (usually on a Saturday morning). Contact us if you would like more information on the next Intro to Grace class. Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Give to Grace Marin – Support our mission & impact the community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events GIVING GIVE NOW Ways to Give Thank you for considering a donation to Grace Church of Marin. Giving is a great way to both gratefully celebrate God's work in your life and generously support the ministries of the church. There are several ways to give:  Giving Online  To set up a one-time or repeating gift directly from your checking account or with a credit card, log in to Church Center and select the Give button. Regular giving should be designated for the general fund. If you have any questions, please email Jane . Giving on Sundays  Many Christians historically divide their giving into weekly or monthly amounts and give them during the offering. It's a tangible way to connect giving and worship.  Giving by Check or Online Bill Pay Checks can be mailed to:  Grace Church of Marin 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561 San Anselmo, CA 94960 Online bill pay from your banking account can be set up to send checks automatically to Grace Church of Marin using the same address.  Donations of Appreciated Securities  Whether you'd like to donate assets or give through a donor advised fund, we are set up to receive your gifts. Please contact  Jane  for the necessary paperwork or guidance on how to pursue these giving avenues.  He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, graciously give us all things? – Romans 8:32 Gather, Grow, and go building campaign Having been gifted a building with wonderful possibilities at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, we believe that God wants to make this gift a treasure for all in our beautiful county. Through this renewed building, Grace Marin will be able to GATHER, GROW, AND GO into this community more effectively with a posture that reflects the glory of God and His lavish hospitality. Watch the Kick-Off Video Give Now Making an Impact Vision Night Testimonies Watch Stories of Impact Read Our Goals and Aspirations Aspire Keep up with our Progress See the latest Pictures This beautiful campus will be utilized throughout the week by those who share our love for Marin and are working for its flourishing. It will be a place where connections are made and communities are built. For more information on the campaign and ways to give, please contact Jane . Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Plan my visit to Grace Marin. What to expect and how to join us VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events Visit Sundays || 9:30am || 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo Join Livestream Directions and Parking We welcome guests and those in need to use our parking lot. We encourage our members and regular attendees to park across Sir Francis Drake Blvd. at the Red Hill Shopping Center. For more details and options, please refer to the maps below. What to Expect   No matter where you find yourself - whether skeptical, curious, or committed to Christianity - you are welcome at Grace Church of Marin! We believe that God is worthy of our worship, that he is present with us when we worship, and that in worship God works to shape us more and more to be like him. We invite you to join us!  FAQs Should I wear something formal? You will find a variety of dress styles when visiting our church. We invite you to come as you are.   What happens in a service?  Our worship services are ordered after the Gospel story. A typical service includes singing, prayer, confession, assurance of pardon, the reading and teaching of scripture, an offering and creed, the Lord's Supper, and a benediction. For more info about our worship service see Understanding Worship . Are children welcome in the service? Yes! Intergenerational worship has been at the heart of Christian worship since the beginning. Your children are encouraged to participate and will be greeted at a special welcome table and given a worship folder made especially for them.  We provide a nursery for young children for the duration of the service. Children older than nursery age are welcome to stay with you in the service for its entirety. However, we offer excellent Sunday school classes weekly for children up through grade 5, and on 1st and 3rd Sundays for middle school students. Our nursery and Sunday school classes are staffed with caring and capable adults so that you can be confident that your child is safe and well cared for. Visit our Grace Kids  page for further details about children’s Sunday school. What if I’m late?  You are welcome to come be a part of the service at any time! Please know, you may have to park across the street at Red Hill Shopping Center if our parking lot is full. Where do I park?  We invite guests or those who need it to use our parking lot and encourage members and regular attendees to park across Sir Francis Drake Blvd. at the Red Hill Shopping Center. Please see the parking map above for more details and options.   Accessibility?  Wheelchair access is best by using the breezeway entrance on the Sais Ave. side of the building.   In the day-to-day trenches of adult life, there is actually no such thing as atheism. There is no such thing as not worshipping. Everybody worships. The only choice we get is what to worship. - David Foster Wallace Upcoming Events No events found Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Grace Marin offers ways to grow your faith and serve VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events rESOURCES Recent Sermons Listen to sermons and reflections on spotify Access full library of past services on Youtube CARE AND HELP We are committed to one another. The Christian life is one lived together in relationships of mutual love, encouragement, support and enjoyment. Thus, we are intentional in creating structures in which relationships can be fostered and space in which they can flourish.  Christ provides the model for how we are to engage one another both within and outside our Grace community. This means we pursue, identify with and encourage the flourishing of one another through sacrificial love. In a word, we care. Sometimes a need for care becomes acute, and if that is true for you, please know we'd love to help in the following ways.  PASTORAL CARE The leaders of Grace Marin are available for counseling and prayer. The pastors are also available to talk about matters of life and faith and about ways you can connect to the life of the congregation. Contact Us  if you would like to set up an appointment.  MERCY TEAM From time to time, each of us will find ourselves in challenging or difficult situations, whether spiritually, physically, emotionally or otherwise. The women and men of our mercy team are committed to walking with you, praying with you, and working to bring the resources of the church to bear for you. If you need help, please email Matt .  COUNSELING RESOURCES   Grace Marin offers a resource for online Christian counseling that is convenient, confidential, affordable, and effective through our partnership with Global Counseling Network. Former Pastor, Rod Miles, interviewed Global Counseling Network's President, Ken McDonald. You can click here  to hear their conversation about this partnership.  Members and Regular Attenders of Grace Marin will receive assistance paying for seven sessions with Global Counseling Network. If you would like more information please contact us for an overview and the details including a form to request counseling.  GRACE CARES    Grace Cares is a confidential helping ministry in which trained lay members of Grace Marin walk alongside others in our community going through a challenging season of life. Grace Cares ministers listen, pray, and encourage. If you would like to determine whether a Grace Cares minister might be beneficial for you, please contact us .  MEALS MINISTRY   The Meals Ministry provides comfort and care to families and individuals experiencing a season of need by providing regular meals for a set period of time. If you have an upcoming surgery, are expecting the birth of a child, or are experiencing an unforeseen event in which you find yourself in need of meal support, please contact us . Study Resources DAILY OFFICE LECTIONARY The scripture readings below are part of a two-year cycle that will take you through the Old Testament once, the New Testament twice, and the Psalms frequently. The readings can also be found at ESV.org . The prayer can be found at The Daily Office .  THE BIBLE PROJECT A Bible reading plan you may find helpful is sponsored by "The Bible Project" . Their specialty is short-form, fully animated Bible videos and other resources that make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere. The Reading Plan takes you through the entire bible in one year. If you’d like to take full advantage of the videos and an app that makes it super easy to follow, download the YouVersion Bible app  and choose The Bible Project Reading Plan. That app will deliver the videos and scriptures directly to your mobile phone each day. understanding Worship Worship at Grace Marin moves through a specific pattern or rhythm:   God SUMMONS us as his people    God RENEWS & SANCTIFIES us to himself    God SPEAKS to us in his word    God STRENGTHENS us at his table    God SENDS us into the world God SUMMONS us as his people in our Call to Worship. As we meet together each week, we recognize in the preparation time, that God, through his word and Spirit, gathers us into his presence and calls us into his life and mission. As God begins to speak to us, we then answer responsively with a Psalm or other text drawn from the biblical hymns of God’s people. As God draws us to himself, we thank and praise him in our Prayer of Adoration. We enter his presence with singing and the hearing of his Word.  God RENEWS & SANCTIFIES us to himself. Throughout Scripture, when people find themselves in God's presence, they sense how far short they fall and become aware of their own shame and brokenness. In the same way, through the Prayer of Confession, we acknowledge our sin, both as a community and also silently as individuals for ourselves and for the world. After our confession, through the Assurance of Pardon, we are reminded that God is always ready, by his mercy and grace, to forgive us. Next, we seek God’s provision in a Prayer of the People and, using the Lord’s Prayer, we offer ourselves in service to his kingdom both now and forever. Then, renewed in our identity, we welcome one another and share the peace of Christ. God SPEAKS to us in his word, addressing us as his forgiven people. In the public reading of Scripture and its exposition in the Sermon, God shares the story of his saving mission in Jesus, encouraging us to join in that mission and orienting us again to his priorities. With Christians through the centuries, we respond aloud in thanks and praise to God after his word is read to us. Instructed by his word, we offer ourselves to God’s service through our Offering. In the Confession of Faith, we confess his story to be our own story in the creed, which is simply a summary of faith from the early church.  God STRENGTHENS us at his table. As Communion begins, we lift our hearts to God and give him thanks in the Prayer of Thanksgiving, or Eucharistic Prayer. In the Words of Institution, we affirm that through this meal Jesus gave us, we remember his death and proclaim his new life as the centerpiece of God’s mission. God invites us to his table to feed us with his own life and to strengthen us before sending us out. In communion, he unites us together in Jesus Christ as his reconciled and reconciling people. We respond by receiving the Lord’s Supper, sharing together in the bread and wine, as a communion in the body and blood of Christ given for our salvation. God SENDS us into the world. At the close of worship, God sends us out to carry forward the gospel story. In our worship, we have responded to God’s call, heard his word, offered ourselves to his service, and received strength at his table. God weaves us together as a new people, oriented to his mission. We recognize and celebrate this in a sending prayer and song. God then grants us his assurance and blessing in the Benediction, based upon scripture and given in his Triune name. Finally, in the dismissal, we respond in thanks and go out in love and peace to serve him in the world, remembering who we are and to whom we belong. Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Connect with Grace Church of Marin – Join Our Community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events CONNECT WITH US Grace Kids and Students Children up to 5th Grade Grace Kids exists for the Glory of God and the building up of his church. Our role, through the context of the church, is to equip and partner with families to encourage children to live into the hope, security, and joy of being united with Christ. We seek for children to have a joyful and authentic encounter with Jesus and apprentice with him in the “good life” for which we were made. We begin with grace, seek to model grace, and motivate with grace as we encourage children to take their place in the magnificent story of God’s redeeming work.  Grace Marin's worship service starts at 9:30 a.m. and we desire for children to be active participating members in worship with their family. During the sermon portion of the service, children (preschool - 5th grade) are invited to attend Sunday School with their teachers. Nursery (infant - 3 years old) is available during the entire service. Nursery Infant - 3 Year Olds Learn More Sunday School Pre-K - 5th Grade Learn More Child Safeguarding Policies and Procedures Learn More Grace Students ministry OUR PURPOSE    The Student Ministry of Grace Church of Marin exists to partner with parents in equipping middle and high school students to love and follow Jesus in young adulthood and beyond.  OUR PROGRAM  Student Ministry (Grades 6-12) has regular gatherings, usually on the 1st and 3rd Sunday evenings of the month. These are times for connection, fun, and thoughtful discussion about Christianity and life. We also host other fun events and opportunities for students throughout the year, and students are always encouraged to invite their friends to anything we do! On Sunday mornings, students are always invited to join their parents for worship. On first and third Sundays, we offer a short Sunday School class for middle school students (Grades 6-8) during the sermon portion of the worship service. OUR PURSUIT: GATHER, GROW, and GO   GATHER students of Marin to taste and see that Jesus is good.   In a world where none of us have it all together, we want to invite students into grace - undeserved favor from an unobligated giver. We create a space where students can be known, ask hard questions, and encounter the love of Christ in his Word.  GROW students as they learn to enjoy Jesus.   In a culture that is searching for the good life, we want to teach students that the good life is found in union with Christ. We facilitate relational discipleship in the church so that students can learn to follow Jesus their whole life long.    Equip students to GO , sharing the love of Jesus with their world. In a life reconciled by Christ, we want students to remember who they are and to whom they belong. We challenge them to bear the family resemblance as God’s adopted children and live for the mission of Christ.    Contact Jeremiah  with questions or to get involved!  Grace Adults Community Groups Community Groups are just that... People within a localized community coming together to dive deeper into the gospel outside of Sunday worship. Community Groups typically gather twice a month to cultivate friendships and life together centered around Jesus Christ through prayer, bible study, fellowship, and a shared meal. All are welcome - individuals, young adults, and families. These are open groups and you are warmly invited. Sunday Afternoons  2nd & 4th Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Grace Marin Contact Jeremiah Sunday Evenings 1st & 3rd Sundays, 5:30-7 p.m., locations vary Contact Michael Additional small groups Additional groups can be found on our Women's Ministry and Men’s Ministry pages  Women's Ministry Men's Ministry women's ministry At Grace Women, we want you to feel welcomed to come as you are and invited to experience a God who loves you.   Women’s Weekly Discipleship  We want Grace Marin women to grow in their love for Jesus and His Word. We offer Bible studies and book studies. Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, we would love to have you join us! Tuesday Evening: Topical Book Study. 6:30-8 p.m.;   2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19 Thursday Morning: Bible Study. 9:30-11 a.m. Friday Morning: Zoom Bible Study: 9:00-11 a.m. For any questions please contact Women's Ministry . Women’s Monthly Events Our rhythm is to gather together on one Saturday of each month (with a break in December/January and the summer) for a time of fellowship, laughter, and good food. The gatherings vary from month to month but include getting together for a fellowship breakfast, going on leisurely hikes throughout Marin County, and serving our community through local non-profit organizations.   If you would like to have more information on our upcoming events, contact Women's Ministry . men's ministry Grace Church of Marin invites men to grow in friendship with one another and in their calling to follow Christ.  Weekly Gatherings  Men's Psalms Bible Study,  Wednesdays 11 a.m. at  Rustic Bakery in the Marin Country Mart (Larkspur Landing). Join us for coffee and a Bible Study through the Psalms led by Pastor Michael.  Contact: Monthly Gatherings Men's Saturday Breakfast 2nd Saturdays each month, 8-9:30 a.m. at the church.  Join us for good food, fellowship, and relaxed conversation.  Contact: Jeremiah For other men's discipleship opportunities please contact Jeremiah   or Michael serve Jesus came to serve, not to be served, and so we follow him through service. It's as simple as that! We hope you find a meaningful way to serve with us on Sundays and in our community.  IN OUR CHURCH The church is a family, and there are plenty of chores to do! One of the best ways to plug in at Grace Marin is by letting us put you to work. Find a need that fits who you are and join us!  CHILDREN'S MINISTRY      We are always in need of teachers and class assistants for our various Grace Kids Sunday school classes. It is one of the highest privileges to participate in Jesus' love and welcome of our little ones. If you have experience in this field or would like to learn more about what it would take to be a Children's Ministry volunteer, please contact Aubin . STUDENT MINISTRY   Volunteering during Sunday school and at special events provides a wonderful opportunity to build relationships with our students and to remind them that they are a vital part of our church community. An application and screening process is required. If you are interested in participating in Student Ministry, please contact Jeremiah .   WELCOME TEAM       Our Welcome Team executes the privileged task of being the tangible, personal welcome of Christ to everyone who comes through the doors at Grace Marin. Greeting involves handing out worship folders, ushering people to open seats, and being attentive during the entire worship service to direct and help folks as needed. Please contact Tina . SUNDAY HOSPITALITY TEAMS     Our teams provide refreshments before and after the worship service on Sunday mornings. This gesture of gracious hospitality is an extension of community and connection that is key to being the welcoming body of Jesus. Team members arrive prior to worship to set up and stay after fellowship time is over to clean up. Please contact Tina . MUSIC AND TECH Do you have experience as a vocalist or an accompanist? Perhaps you have an interest in learning Grace Marin offers ways to grow your faith and serve VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events rESOURCES Recent Sermons Listen to sermons and reflections on spotify Access full library of past services on Youtube CARE AND HELP We are committed to one another. The Christian life is one lived together in relationships of mutual love, encouragement, support and enjoyment. Thus, we are intentional in creating structures in which relationships can be fostered and space in which they can flourish.  Christ provides the model for how we are to engage one another both within and outside our Grace community. This means we pursue, identify with and encourage the flourishing of one another through sacrificial love. In a word, we care. Sometimes a need for care becomes acute, and if that is true for you, please know we'd love to help in the following ways.  PASTORAL CARE The leaders of Grace Marin are available for counseling and prayer. The pastors are also available to talk about matters of life and faith and about ways you can connect to the life of the congregation. Contact Us  if you would like to set up an appointment.  MERCY TEAM From time to time, each of us will find ourselves in challenging or difficult situations, whether spiritually, physically, emotionally or otherwise. The women and men of our mercy team are committed to walking with you, praying with you, and working to bring the resources of the church to bear for you. If you need help, please email Matt .  COUNSELING RESOURCES   Grace Marin offers a resource for online Christian counseling that is convenient, confidential, affordable, and effective through our partnership with Global Counseling Network. Former Pastor, Rod Miles, interviewed Global Counseling Network's President, Ken McDonald. You can click here  to hear their conversation about this partnership.  Members and Regular Attenders of Grace Marin will receive assistance paying for seven sessions with Global Counseling Network. If you would like more information please contact us for an overview and the details including a form to request counseling.  GRACE CARES    Grace Cares is a confidential helping ministry in which trained lay members of Grace Marin walk alongside others in our community going through a challenging season of life. Grace Cares ministers listen, pray, and encourage. If you would like to determine whether a Grace Cares minister might be beneficial for you, please contact us .  MEALS MINISTRY   The Meals Ministry provides comfort and care to families and individuals experiencing a season of need by providing regular meals for a set period of time. If you have an upcoming surgery, are expecting the birth of a child, or are experiencing an unforeseen event in which you find yourself in need of meal support, please contact us . Study Resources DAILY OFFICE LECTIONARY The scripture readings below are part of a two-year cycle that will take you through the Old Testament once, the New Testament twice, and the Psalms frequently. The readings can also be found at ESV.org . The prayer can be found at The Daily Office .  THE BIBLE PROJECT A Bible reading plan you may find helpful is sponsored by "The Bible Project" . Their specialty is short-form, fully animated Bible videos and other resources that make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere. The Reading Plan takes you through the entire bible in one year. If you’d like to take full advantage of the videos and an app that makes it super easy to follow, download the YouVersion Bible app  and choose The Bible Project Reading Plan. That app will deliver the videos and scriptures directly to your mobile phone each day. understanding Worship Worship at Grace Marin moves through a specific pattern or rhythm:   God SUMMONS us as his people    God RENEWS & SANCTIFIES us to himself    God SPEAKS to us in his word    God STRENGTHENS us at his table    God SENDS us into the world God SUMMONS us as his people in our Call to Worship. As we meet together each week, we recognize in the preparation time, that God, through his word and Spirit, gathers us into his presence and calls us into his life and mission. As God begins to speak to us, we then answer responsively with a Psalm or other text drawn from the biblical hymns of God’s people. As God draws us to himself, we thank and praise him in our Prayer of Adoration. We enter his presence with singing and the hearing of his Word.  God RENEWS & SANCTIFIES us to himself. Throughout Scripture, when people find themselves in God's presence, they sense how far short they fall and become aware of their own shame and brokenness. In the same way, through the Prayer of Confession, we acknowledge our sin, both as a community and also silently as individuals for ourselves and for the world. After our confession, through the Assurance of Pardon, we are reminded that God is always ready, by his mercy and grace, to forgive us. Next, we seek God’s provision in a Prayer of the People and, using the Lord’s Prayer, we offer ourselves in service to his kingdom both now and forever. Then, renewed in our identity, we welcome one another and share the peace of Christ. God SPEAKS to us in his word, addressing us as his forgiven people. In the public reading of Scripture and its exposition in the Sermon, God shares the story of his saving mission in Jesus, encouraging us to join in that mission and orienting us again to his priorities. With Christians through the centuries, we respond aloud in thanks and praise to God after his word is read to us. Instructed by his word, we offer ourselves to God’s service through our Offering. In the Confession of Faith, we confess his story to be our own story in the creed, which is simply a summary of faith from the early church.  God STRENGTHENS us at his table. As Communion begins, we lift our hearts to God and give him thanks in the Prayer of Thanksgiving, or Eucharistic Prayer. In the Words of Institution, we affirm that through this meal Jesus gave us, we remember his death and proclaim his new life as the centerpiece of God’s mission. God invites us to his table to feed us with his own life and to strengthen us before sending us out. In communion, he unites us together in Jesus Christ as his reconciled and reconciling people. We respond by receiving the Lord’s Supper, sharing together in the bread and wine, as a communion in the body and blood of Christ given for our salvation. God SENDS us into the world. At the close of worship, God sends us out to carry forward the gospel story. In our worship, we have responded to God’s call, heard his word, offered ourselves to his service, and received strength at his table. God weaves us together as a new people, oriented to his mission. We recognize and celebrate this in a sending prayer and song. God then grants us his assurance and blessing in the Benediction, based upon scripture and given in his Triune name. Finally, in the dismissal, we respond in thanks and go out in love and peace to serve him in the world, remembering who we are and to whom we belong. Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Learn about Grace Marin’s mission, beliefs and community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events ABOUT GRACE MARIN What we believe Our Commitments We’ve placed our primary commitments in our name so that we never lose sight of them. Undeserved favor from an unobligated giver We are offered Jesus Christ and the redemptive rescue he brings, not because we are deserving, but because grace is at the heart of who God is.  As recipients of grace, we seek to offer genuine welcome to all and to live with confidence that God’s grace can bring rescue and redemption to anyone, anywhere. A local embodiment of God’s family God graciously gathers together men, women, and children in union with him and one another through faith and baptism.  We seek to serve as God’s ambassadors wherever he takes us: blessed to be a blessing. Planted here with a purpose God has created his world, Marin included, to thrive and flourish.  We seek to love Marin according to God’s love, equipping one another to use their varied gifts and vocations for the good of our neighbors and the glory of God. Our Beliefs Grace Church of Marin in practice and belief is proudly located within the mainstream of the historic Christian faith as summarized and celebrated in the great catholic (universal) expressions: the Apostles’ Creed and the Nicene Creed. We are also children of the Protestant Reformation and its emphasis on God's lordship and grace in all spheres of life. Helpful summaries of these views can be found in documents such as the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Heidelberg Catechism. Denominationally, Grace Church of Marin is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America . Leadership Andrew Martin Elder More Aubin Giampaoli Director of Children's Ministry More Charlie Haynor Elder More Domenico Giampaoli Elder More Gerram Mathews Director of Music More Jane Deaver Director of Finance and Administration More Jeremiah Hill Associate Pastor More Michael Snearly Pastor More Tina Bauer Director of Operations More Our Story In 2006, under the leadership of our founding pastor, Rod Miles, a group began to gather with the hope that they might become a worshiping congregation through which God's flourishing might come to exist more beautifully and deeply in Marin County. Believing that the gospel is the good news that transforms not just souls but communities, cities and, one day, all things, they wanted a church that could be a blessing for Marin and beyond. A congregation that began in living rooms and around dining tables soon began meeting at Olney Hall at College of Marin, before moving to the Marin Art and Garden Center and back to the College of Marin Cafeteria and Quadrangle. As we grew in number, we celebrated God’s grace in drawing our neighbors from Southern Marin, the Sir Francis Drake corridor, San Rafael, Novato, and beyond! We officially transitioned from church plant to particular church in 2012.  In October of 2020, Grace Church of Marin received the members of Red Hill Church in San Anselmo, joining with us in our mission. Red Hill Church had roots all the way back to July of 1928, when the Marin County Baptist Church was established, first meeting in a railcar for worship. This group of believers purchased a plot of land at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in October of 1930 to build a building and hold services. God used this coming together to bless Grace Church of Marin in three ways. We added some wonderful people, a wonderful pastor (Michael Snearly), and a wonderful building at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in the heart of San Anselmo to call home.    In early 2024, convinced that Grace Church of Marin’s best days are still ahead of her, Pastor Rod announced his retirement from Grace Marin. He joyfully passed the baton of leadership to Pastor Michael Snearly in the summer of 2024. We invite you to join us as we look forward to what God will do in us and through us in the years to come! membership Interested in learning more about us? For those new to our community and for those considering membership, our  Intro to Grace class   is an opportunity to learn more about Grace Church of Marin, its history and vision, how we understand the mission of the church, and how you can more intentionally be a part of it!  Intro to Grace is held multiple times each year (usually on a Saturday morning). Contact us if you would like more information on the next Intro to Grace class. Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Grace Marin offers ways to grow your faith and serve VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events rESOURCES Recent Sermons Listen to sermons and reflections on spotify Access full library of past services on Youtube CARE AND HELP We are committed to one another. The Christian life is one lived together in relationships of mutual love, encouragement, support and enjoyment. Thus, we are intentional in creating structures in which relationships can be fostered and space in which they can flourish.  Christ provides the model for how we are to engage one another both within and outside our Grace community. This means we pursue, identify with and encourage the flourishing of one another through sacrificial love. In a word, we care. Sometimes a need for care becomes acute, and if that is true for you, please know we'd love to help in the following ways.  PASTORAL CARE The leaders of Grace Marin are available for counseling and prayer. The pastors are also available to talk about matters of life and faith and about ways you can connect to the life of the congregation. Contact Us  if you would like to set up an appointment.  MERCY TEAM From time to time, each of us will find ourselves in challenging or difficult situations, whether spiritually, physically, emotionally or otherwise. The women and men of our mercy team are committed to walking with you, praying with you, and working to bring the resources of the church to bear for you. If you need help, please email Matt .  COUNSELING RESOURCES   Grace Marin offers a resource for online Christian counseling that is convenient, confidential, affordable, and effective through our partnership with Global Counseling Network. Former Pastor, Rod Miles, interviewed Global Counseling Network's President, Ken McDonald. You can click here  to hear their conversation about this partnership.  Members and Regular Attenders of Grace Marin will receive assistance paying for seven sessions with Global Counseling Network. If you would like more information please contact us for an overview and the details including a form to request counseling.  GRACE CARES    Grace Cares is a confidential helping ministry in which trained lay members of Grace Marin walk alongside others in our community going through a challenging season of life. Grace Cares ministers listen, pray, and encourage. If you would like to determine whether a Grace Cares minister might be beneficial for you, please contact us .  MEALS MINISTRY   The Meals Ministry provides comfort and care to families and individuals experiencing a season of need by providing regular meals for a set period of time. If you have an upcoming surgery, are expecting the birth of a child, or are experiencing an unforeseen event in which you find yourself in need of meal support, please contact us . Study Resources DAILY OFFICE LECTIONARY The scripture readings below are part of a two-year cycle that will take you through the Old Testament once, the New Testament twice, and the Psalms frequently. The readings can also be found at ESV.org . The prayer can be found at The Daily Office .  THE BIBLE PROJECT A Bible reading plan you may find helpful is sponsored by "The Bible Project" . Their specialty is short-form, fully animated Bible videos and other resources that make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere. The Reading Plan takes you through the entire bible in one year. If you’d like to take full advantage of the videos and an app that makes it super easy to follow, download the YouVersion Bible app  and choose The Bible Project Reading Plan. That app will deliver the videos and scriptures directly to your mobile phone each day. understanding Worship Worship at Grace Marin moves through a specific pattern or rhythm:   God SUMMONS us as his people    God RENEWS & SANCTIFIES us to himself    God SPEAKS to us in his word    God STRENGTHENS us at his table    God SENDS us into the world God SUMMONS us as his people in our Call to Worship. As we meet together each week, we recognize in the preparation time, that God, through his word and Spirit, gathers us into his presence and calls us into his life and mission. As God begins to speak to us, we then answer responsively with a Psalm or other text drawn from the biblical hymns of God’s people. As God draws us to himself, we thank and praise him in our Prayer of Adoration. We enter his presence with singing and the hearing of his Word.  God RENEWS & SANCTIFIES us to himself. Throughout Scripture, when people find themselves in God's presence, they sense how far short they fall and become aware of their own shame and brokenness. In the same way, through the Prayer of Confession, we acknowledge our sin, both as a community and also silently as individuals for ourselves and for the world. After our confession, through the Assurance of Pardon, we are reminded that God is always ready, by his mercy and grace, to forgive us. Next, we seek God’s provision in a Prayer of the People and, using the Lord’s Prayer, we offer ourselves in service to his kingdom both now and forever. Then, renewed in our identity, we welcome one another and share the peace of Christ. God SPEAKS to us in his word, addressing us as his forgiven people. In the public reading of Scripture and its exposition in the Sermon, God shares the story of his saving mission in Jesus, encouraging us to join in that mission and orienting us again to his priorities. With Christians through the centuries, we respond aloud in thanks and praise to God after his word is read to us. Instructed by his word, we offer ourselves to God’s service through our Offering. In the Confession of Faith, we confess his story to be our own story in the creed, which is simply a summary of faith from the early church.  God STRENGTHENS us at his table. As Communion begins, we lift our hearts to God and give him thanks in the Prayer of Thanksgiving, or Eucharistic Prayer. In the Words of Institution, we affirm that through this meal Jesus gave us, we remember his death and proclaim his new life as the centerpiece of God’s mission. God invites us to his table to feed us with his own life and to strengthen us before sending us out. In communion, he unites us together in Jesus Christ as his reconciled and reconciling people. We respond by receiving the Lord’s Supper, sharing together in the bread and wine, as a communion in the body and blood of Christ given for our salvation. God SENDS us into the world. At the close of worship, God sends us out to carry forward the gospel story. In our worship, we have responded to God’s call, heard his word, offered ourselves to his service, and received strength at his table. God weaves us together as a new people, oriented to his mission. We recognize and celebrate this in a sending prayer and song. God then grants us his assurance and blessing in the Benediction, based upon scripture and given in his Triune name. Finally, in the dismissal, we respond in thanks and go out in love and peace to serve him in the world, remembering who we are and to whom we belong. Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Grace Marin offers ways to grow your faith and serve VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events rESOURCES Recent Sermons Listen to sermons and reflections on spotify Access full library of past services on Youtube CARE AND HELP We are committed to one another. The Christian life is one lived together in relationships of mutual love, encouragement, support and enjoyment. Thus, we are intentional in creating structures in which relationships can be fostered and space in which they can flourish.  Christ provides the model for how we are to engage one another both within and outside our Grace community. This means we pursue, identify with and encourage the flourishing of one another through sacrificial love. In a word, we care. Sometimes a need for care becomes acute, and if that is true for you, please know we'd love to help in the following ways.  PASTORAL CARE The leaders of Grace Marin are available for counseling and prayer. The pastors are also available to talk about matters of life and faith and about ways you can connect to the life of the congregation. Contact Us  if you would like to set up an appointment.  MERCY TEAM From time to time, each of us will find ourselves in challenging or difficult situations, whether spiritually, physically, emotionally or otherwise. The women and men of our mercy team are committed to walking with you, praying with you, and working to bring the resources of the church to bear for you. If you need help, please email Matt .  COUNSELING RESOURCES   Grace Marin offers a resource for online Christian counseling that is convenient, confidential, affordable, and effective through our partnership with Global Counseling Network. Former Pastor, Rod Miles, interviewed Global Counseling Network's President, Ken McDonald. You can click here  to hear their conversation about this partnership.  Members and Regular Attenders of Grace Marin will receive assistance paying for seven sessions with Global Counseling Network. If you would like more information please contact us for an overview and the details including a form to request counseling.  GRACE CARES    Grace Cares is a confidential helping ministry in which trained lay members of Grace Marin walk alongside others in our community going through a challenging season of life. Grace Cares ministers listen, pray, and encourage. If you would like to determine whether a Grace Cares minister might be beneficial for you, please contact us .  MEALS MINISTRY   The Meals Ministry provides comfort and care to families and individuals experiencing a season of need by providing regular meals for a set period of time. If you have an upcoming surgery, are expecting the birth of a child, or are experiencing an unforeseen event in which you find yourself in need of meal support, please contact us . Study Resources DAILY OFFICE LECTIONARY The scripture readings below are part of a two-year cycle that will take you through the Old Testament once, the New Testament twice, and the Psalms frequently. The readings can also be found at ESV.org . The prayer can be found at The Daily Office .  THE BIBLE PROJECT A Bible reading plan you may find helpful is sponsored by "The Bible Project" . Their specialty is short-form, fully animated Bible videos and other resources that make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere. The Reading Plan takes you through the entire bible in one year. If you’d like to take full advantage of the videos and an app that makes it super easy to follow, download the YouVersion Bible app  and choose The Bible Project Reading Plan. That app will deliver the videos and scriptures directly to your mobile phone each day. understanding Worship Worship at Grace Marin moves through a specific pattern or rhythm:   God SUMMONS us as his people    God RENEWS & SANCTIFIES us to himself    God SPEAKS to us in his word    God STRENGTHENS us at his table    God SENDS us into the world God SUMMONS us as his people in our Call to Worship. As we meet together each week, we recognize in the preparation time, that God, through his word and Spirit, gathers us into his presence and calls us into his life and mission. As God begins to speak to us, we then answer responsively with a Psalm or other text drawn from the biblical hymns of God’s people. As God draws us to himself, we thank and praise him in our Prayer of Adoration. We enter his presence with singing and the hearing of his Word.  God RENEWS & SANCTIFIES us to himself. Throughout Scripture, when people find themselves in God's presence, they sense how far short they fall and become aware of their own shame and brokenness. In the same way, through the Prayer of Confession, we acknowledge our sin, both as a community and also silently as individuals for ourselves and for the world. After our confession, through the Assurance of Pardon, we are reminded that God is always ready, by his mercy and grace, to forgive us. Next, we seek God’s provision in a Prayer of the People and, using the Lord’s Prayer, we offer ourselves in service to his kingdom both now and forever. Then, renewed in our identity, we welcome one another and share the peace of Christ. God SPEAKS to us in his word, addressing us as his forgiven people. In the public reading of Scripture and its exposition in the Sermon, God shares the story of his saving mission in Jesus, encouraging us to join in that mission and orienting us again to his priorities. With Christians through the centuries, we respond aloud in thanks and praise to God after his word is read to us. Instructed by his word, we offer ourselves to God’s service through our Offering. In the Confession of Faith, we confess his story to be our own story in the creed, which is simply a summary of faith from the early church.  God STRENGTHENS us at his table. As Communion begins, we lift our hearts to God and give him thanks in the Prayer of Thanksgiving, or Eucharistic Prayer. In the Words of Institution, we affirm that through this meal Jesus gave us, we remember his death and proclaim his new life as the centerpiece of God’s mission. God invites us to his table to feed us with his own life and to strengthen us before sending us out. In communion, he unites us together in Jesus Christ as his reconciled and reconciling people. We respond by receiving the Lord’s Supper, sharing together in the bread and wine, as a communion in the body and blood of Christ given for our salvation. God SENDS us into the world. At the close of worship, God sends us out to carry forward the gospel story. In our worship, we have responded to God’s call, heard his word, offered ourselves to his service, and received strength at his table. God weaves us together as a new people, oriented to his mission. We recognize and celebrate this in a sending prayer and song. God then grants us his assurance and blessing in the Benediction, based upon scripture and given in his Triune name. Finally, in the dismissal, we respond in thanks and go out in love and peace to serve him in the world, remembering who we are and to whom we belong. Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Learn about Grace Marin’s mission, beliefs and community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events ABOUT GRACE MARIN What we believe Our Commitments We’ve placed our primary commitments in our name so that we never lose sight of them. Undeserved favor from an unobligated giver We are offered Jesus Christ and the redemptive rescue he brings, not because we are deserving, but because grace is at the heart of who God is.  As recipients of grace, we seek to offer genuine welcome to all and to live with confidence that God’s grace can bring rescue and redemption to anyone, anywhere. A local embodiment of God’s family God graciously gathers together men, women, and children in union with him and one another through faith and baptism.  We seek to serve as God’s ambassadors wherever he takes us: blessed to be a blessing. Planted here with a purpose God has created his world, Marin included, to thrive and flourish.  We seek to love Marin according to God’s love, equipping one another to use their varied gifts and vocations for the good of our neighbors and the glory of God. Our Beliefs Grace Church of Marin in practice and belief is proudly located within the mainstream of the historic Christian faith as summarized and celebrated in the great catholic (universal) expressions: the Apostles’ Creed and the Nicene Creed. We are also children of the Protestant Reformation and its emphasis on God's lordship and grace in all spheres of life. Helpful summaries of these views can be found in documents such as the Westminster Confession of Faith and the Heidelberg Catechism. Denominationally, Grace Church of Marin is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church in America . Leadership Andrew Martin Elder More Aubin Giampaoli Director of Children's Ministry More Charlie Haynor Elder More Domenico Giampaoli Elder More Gerram Mathews Director of Music More Jane Deaver Director of Finance and Administration More Jeremiah Hill Associate Pastor More Michael Snearly Pastor More Tina Bauer Director of Operations More Our Story In 2006, under the leadership of our founding pastor, Rod Miles, a group began to gather with the hope that they might become a worshiping congregation through which God's flourishing might come to exist more beautifully and deeply in Marin County. Believing that the gospel is the good news that transforms not just souls but communities, cities and, one day, all things, they wanted a church that could be a blessing for Marin and beyond. A congregation that began in living rooms and around dining tables soon began meeting at Olney Hall at College of Marin, before moving to the Marin Art and Garden Center and back to the College of Marin Cafeteria and Quadrangle. As we grew in number, we celebrated God’s grace in drawing our neighbors from Southern Marin, the Sir Francis Drake corridor, San Rafael, Novato, and beyond! We officially transitioned from church plant to particular church in 2012.  In October of 2020, Grace Church of Marin received the members of Red Hill Church in San Anselmo, joining with us in our mission. Red Hill Church had roots all the way back to July of 1928, when the Marin County Baptist Church was established, first meeting in a railcar for worship. This group of believers purchased a plot of land at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in October of 1930 to build a building and hold services. God used this coming together to bless Grace Church of Marin in three ways. We added some wonderful people, a wonderful pastor (Michael Snearly), and a wonderful building at 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd. in the heart of San Anselmo to call home.    In early 2024, convinced that Grace Church of Marin’s best days are still ahead of her, Pastor Rod announced his retirement from Grace Marin. He joyfully passed the baton of leadership to Pastor Michael Snearly in the summer of 2024. We invite you to join us as we look forward to what God will do in us and through us in the years to come! membership Interested in learning more about us? For those new to our community and for those considering membership, our  Intro to Grace class   is an opportunity to learn more about Grace Church of Marin, its history and vision, how we understand the mission of the church, and how you can more intentionally be a part of it!  Intro to Grace is held multiple times each year (usually on a Saturday morning). Contact us if you would like more information on the next Intro to Grace class. Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Plan my visit to Grace Marin. What to expect and how to join us VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events Visit Sundays || 9:30am || 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, San Anselmo Join Livestream Directions and Parking We welcome guests and those in need to use our parking lot. We encourage our members and regular attendees to park across Sir Francis Drake Blvd. at the Red Hill Shopping Center. For more details and options, please refer to the maps below. What to Expect   No matter where you find yourself - whether skeptical, curious, or committed to Christianity - you are welcome at Grace Church of Marin! We believe that God is worthy of our worship, that he is present with us when we worship, and that in worship God works to shape us more and more to be like him. We invite you to join us!  FAQs Should I wear something formal? You will find a variety of dress styles when visiting our church. We invite you to come as you are.   What happens in a service?  Our worship services are ordered after the Gospel story. A typical service includes singing, prayer, confession, assurance of pardon, the reading and teaching of scripture, an offering and creed, the Lord's Supper, and a benediction. For more info about our worship service see Understanding Worship . Are children welcome in the service? Yes! Intergenerational worship has been at the heart of Christian worship since the beginning. Your children are encouraged to participate and will be greeted at a special welcome table and given a worship folder made especially for them.  We provide a nursery for young children for the duration of the service. Children older than nursery age are welcome to stay with you in the service for its entirety. However, we offer excellent Sunday school classes weekly for children up through grade 5, and on 1st and 3rd Sundays for middle school students. Our nursery and Sunday school classes are staffed with caring and capable adults so that you can be confident that your child is safe and well cared for. Visit our Grace Kids  page for further details about children’s Sunday school. What if I’m late?  You are welcome to come be a part of the service at any time! Please know, you may have to park across the street at Red Hill Shopping Center if our parking lot is full. Where do I park?  We invite guests or those who need it to use our parking lot and encourage members and regular attendees to park across Sir Francis Drake Blvd. at the Red Hill Shopping Center. Please see the parking map above for more details and options.   Accessibility?  Wheelchair access is best by using the breezeway entrance on the Sais Ave. side of the building.   In the day-to-day trenches of adult life, there is actually no such thing as atheism. There is no such thing as not worshipping. Everybody worships. The only choice we get is what to worship. - David Foster Wallace Upcoming Events No events found Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Sermons and Services | Grace Church of Marin VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events Recent Sermons and Services Listen to sermons and reflections on Spotify Access full library of past services on Youtube Grace Church of Marin CONTACT 415-295-7554 [email protected] Worship: 921 Sir Francis Drake Blvd., San Anselmo, CA 94960 Mailing: 121 San Anselmo Ave. #2561, San Anselmo, CA 94960  QUICK LINKS Visit What We Believe © 2024 Grace Church of Marin The Church Co Connect with Grace Church of Marin – Join Our Community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events CONNECT WITH US Grace Kids and Students Children up to 5th Grade Grace Kids exists for the Glory of God and the building up of his church. Our role, through the context of the church, is to equip and partner with families to encourage children to live into the hope, security, and joy of being united with Christ. We seek for children to have a joyful and authentic encounter with Jesus and apprentice with him in the “good life” for which we were made. We begin with grace, seek to model grace, and motivate with grace as we encourage children to take their place in the magnificent story of God’s redeeming work.  Grace Marin's worship service starts at 9:30 a.m. and we desire for children to be active participating members in worship with their family. During the sermon portion of the service, children (preschool - 5th grade) are invited to attend Sunday School with their teachers. Nursery (infant - 3 years old) is available during the entire service. Nursery Infant - 3 Year Olds Learn More Sunday School Pre-K - 5th Grade Learn More Child Safeguarding Policies and Procedures Learn More Grace Students ministry OUR PURPOSE    The Student Ministry of Grace Church of Marin exists to partner with parents in equipping middle and high school students to love and follow Jesus in young adulthood and beyond.  OUR PROGRAM  Student Ministry (Grades 6-12) has regular gatherings, usually on the 1st and 3rd Sunday evenings of the month. These are times for connection, fun, and thoughtful discussion about Christianity and life. We also host other fun events and opportunities for students throughout the year, and students are always encouraged to invite their friends to anything we do! On Sunday mornings, students are always invited to join their parents for worship. On first and third Sundays, we offer a short Sunday School class for middle school students (Grades 6-8) during the sermon portion of the worship service. OUR PURSUIT: GATHER, GROW, and GO   GATHER students of Marin to taste and see that Jesus is good.   In a world where none of us have it all together, we want to invite students into grace - undeserved favor from an unobligated giver. We create a space where students can be known, ask hard questions, and encounter the love of Christ in his Word.  GROW students as they learn to enjoy Jesus.   In a culture that is searching for the good life, we want to teach students that the good life is found in union with Christ. We facilitate relational discipleship in the church so that students can learn to follow Jesus their whole life long.    Equip students to GO , sharing the love of Jesus with their world. In a life reconciled by Christ, we want students to remember who they are and to whom they belong. We challenge them to bear the family resemblance as God’s adopted children and live for the mission of Christ.    Contact Jeremiah  with questions or to get involved!  Grace Adults Community Groups Community Groups are just that... People within a localized community coming together to dive deeper into the gospel outside of Sunday worship. Community Groups typically gather twice a month to cultivate friendships and life together centered around Jesus Christ through prayer, bible study, fellowship, and a shared meal. All are welcome - individuals, young adults, and families. These are open groups and you are warmly invited. Sunday Afternoons  2nd & 4th Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Grace Marin Contact Jeremiah Sunday Evenings 1st & 3rd Sundays, 5:30-7 p.m., locations vary Contact Michael Additional small groups Additional groups can be found on our Women's Ministry and Men’s Ministry pages  Women's Ministry Men's Ministry women's ministry At Grace Women, we want you to feel welcomed to come as you are and invited to experience a God who loves you.   Women’s Weekly Discipleship  We want Grace Marin women to grow in their love for Jesus and His Word. We offer Bible studies and book studies. Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, we would love to have you join us! Tuesday Evening: Topical Book Study. 6:30-8 p.m.;   2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19 Thursday Morning: Bible Study. 9:30-11 a.m. Friday Morning: Zoom Bible Study: 9:00-11 a.m. For any questions please contact Women's Ministry . Women’s Monthly Events Our rhythm is to gather together on one Saturday of each month (with a break in December/January and the summer) for a time of fellowship, laughter, and good food. The gatherings vary from month to month but include getting together for a fellowship breakfast, going on leisurely hikes throughout Marin County, and serving our community through local non-profit organizations.   If you would like to have more information on our upcoming events, contact Women's Ministry . men's ministry Grace Church of Marin invites men to grow in friendship with one another and in their calling to follow Christ.  Weekly Gatherings  Men's Psalms Bible Study,  Wednesdays 11 a.m. at  Rustic Bakery in the Marin Country Mart (Larkspur Landing). Join us for coffee and a Bible Study through the Psalms led by Pastor Michael.  Contact: Monthly Gatherings Men's Saturday Breakfast 2nd Saturdays each month, 8-9:30 a.m. at the church.  Join us for good food, fellowship, and relaxed conversation.  Contact: Jeremiah For other men's discipleship opportunities please contact Jeremiah   or Michael serve Jesus came to serve, not to be served, and so we follow him through service. It's as simple as that! We hope you find a meaningful way to serve with us on Sundays and in our community.  IN OUR CHURCH The church is a family, and there are plenty of chores to do! One of the best ways to plug in at Grace Marin is by letting us put you to work. Find a need that fits who you are and join us!  CHILDREN'S MINISTRY      We are always in need of teachers and class assistants for our various Grace Kids Sunday school classes. It is one of the highest privileges to participate in Jesus' love and welcome of our little ones. If you have experience in this field or would like to learn more about what it would take to be a Children's Ministry volunteer, please contact Aubin . STUDENT MINISTRY   Volunteering during Sunday school and at special events provides a wonderful opportunity to build relationships with our students and to remind them that they are a vital part of our church community. An application and screening process is required. If you are interested in participating in Student Ministry, please contact Jeremiah .   WELCOME TEAM       Our Welcome Team executes the privileged task of being the tangible, personal welcome of Christ to everyone who comes through the doors at Grace Marin. Greeting involves handing out worship folders, ushering people to open seats, and being attentive during the entire worship service to direct and help folks as needed. Please contact Tina . SUNDAY HOSPITALITY TEAMS     Our teams provide refreshments before and after the worship service on Sunday mornings. This gesture of gracious hospitality is an extension of community and connection that is key to being the welcoming body of Jesus. Team members arrive prior to worship to set up and stay after fellowship time is over to clean up. Please contact Tina . MUSIC AND TECH Do you have experience as a vocalist or an accompanist? Perhaps you have an interest in learning Connect with Grace Church of Marin – Join Our Community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events CONNECT WITH US Grace Kids and Students Children up to 5th Grade Grace Kids exists for the Glory of God and the building up of his church. Our role, through the context of the church, is to equip and partner with families to encourage children to live into the hope, security, and joy of being united with Christ. We seek for children to have a joyful and authentic encounter with Jesus and apprentice with him in the “good life” for which we were made. We begin with grace, seek to model grace, and motivate with grace as we encourage children to take their place in the magnificent story of God’s redeeming work.  Grace Marin's worship service starts at 9:30 a.m. and we desire for children to be active participating members in worship with their family. During the sermon portion of the service, children (preschool - 5th grade) are invited to attend Sunday School with their teachers. Nursery (infant - 3 years old) is available during the entire service. Nursery Infant - 3 Year Olds Learn More Sunday School Pre-K - 5th Grade Learn More Child Safeguarding Policies and Procedures Learn More Grace Students ministry OUR PURPOSE    The Student Ministry of Grace Church of Marin exists to partner with parents in equipping middle and high school students to love and follow Jesus in young adulthood and beyond.  OUR PROGRAM  Student Ministry (Grades 6-12) has regular gatherings, usually on the 1st and 3rd Sunday evenings of the month. These are times for connection, fun, and thoughtful discussion about Christianity and life. We also host other fun events and opportunities for students throughout the year, and students are always encouraged to invite their friends to anything we do! On Sunday mornings, students are always invited to join their parents for worship. On first and third Sundays, we offer a short Sunday School class for middle school students (Grades 6-8) during the sermon portion of the worship service. OUR PURSUIT: GATHER, GROW, and GO   GATHER students of Marin to taste and see that Jesus is good.   In a world where none of us have it all together, we want to invite students into grace - undeserved favor from an unobligated giver. We create a space where students can be known, ask hard questions, and encounter the love of Christ in his Word.  GROW students as they learn to enjoy Jesus.   In a culture that is searching for the good life, we want to teach students that the good life is found in union with Christ. We facilitate relational discipleship in the church so that students can learn to follow Jesus their whole life long.    Equip students to GO , sharing the love of Jesus with their world. In a life reconciled by Christ, we want students to remember who they are and to whom they belong. We challenge them to bear the family resemblance as God’s adopted children and live for the mission of Christ.    Contact Jeremiah  with questions or to get involved!  Grace Adults Community Groups Community Groups are just that... People within a localized community coming together to dive deeper into the gospel outside of Sunday worship. Community Groups typically gather twice a month to cultivate friendships and life together centered around Jesus Christ through prayer, bible study, fellowship, and a shared meal. All are welcome - individuals, young adults, and families. These are open groups and you are warmly invited. Sunday Afternoons  2nd & 4th Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Grace Marin Contact Jeremiah Sunday Evenings 1st & 3rd Sundays, 5:30-7 p.m., locations vary Contact Michael Additional small groups Additional groups can be found on our Women's Ministry and Men’s Ministry pages  Women's Ministry Men's Ministry women's ministry At Grace Women, we want you to feel welcomed to come as you are and invited to experience a God who loves you.   Women’s Weekly Discipleship  We want Grace Marin women to grow in their love for Jesus and His Word. We offer Bible studies and book studies. Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, we would love to have you join us! Tuesday Evening: Topical Book Study. 6:30-8 p.m.;   2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19 Thursday Morning: Bible Study. 9:30-11 a.m. Friday Morning: Zoom Bible Study: 9:00-11 a.m. For any questions please contact Women's Ministry . Women’s Monthly Events Our rhythm is to gather together on one Saturday of each month (with a break in December/January and the summer) for a time of fellowship, laughter, and good food. The gatherings vary from month to month but include getting together for a fellowship breakfast, going on leisurely hikes throughout Marin County, and serving our community through local non-profit organizations.   If you would like to have more information on our upcoming events, contact Women's Ministry . men's ministry Grace Church of Marin invites men to grow in friendship with one another and in their calling to follow Christ.  Weekly Gatherings  Men's Psalms Bible Study,  Wednesdays 11 a.m. at  Rustic Bakery in the Marin Country Mart (Larkspur Landing). Join us for coffee and a Bible Study through the Psalms led by Pastor Michael.  Contact: Monthly Gatherings Men's Saturday Breakfast 2nd Saturdays each month, 8-9:30 a.m. at the church.  Join us for good food, fellowship, and relaxed conversation.  Contact: Jeremiah For other men's discipleship opportunities please contact Jeremiah   or Michael serve Jesus came to serve, not to be served, and so we follow him through service. It's as simple as that! We hope you find a meaningful way to serve with us on Sundays and in our community.  IN OUR CHURCH The church is a family, and there are plenty of chores to do! One of the best ways to plug in at Grace Marin is by letting us put you to work. Find a need that fits who you are and join us!  CHILDREN'S MINISTRY      We are always in need of teachers and class assistants for our various Grace Kids Sunday school classes. It is one of the highest privileges to participate in Jesus' love and welcome of our little ones. If you have experience in this field or would like to learn more about what it would take to be a Children's Ministry volunteer, please contact Aubin . STUDENT MINISTRY   Volunteering during Sunday school and at special events provides a wonderful opportunity to build relationships with our students and to remind them that they are a vital part of our church community. An application and screening process is required. If you are interested in participating in Student Ministry, please contact Jeremiah .   WELCOME TEAM       Our Welcome Team executes the privileged task of being the tangible, personal welcome of Christ to everyone who comes through the doors at Grace Marin. Greeting involves handing out worship folders, ushering people to open seats, and being attentive during the entire worship service to direct and help folks as needed. Please contact Tina . SUNDAY HOSPITALITY TEAMS     Our teams provide refreshments before and after the worship service on Sunday mornings. This gesture of gracious hospitality is an extension of community and connection that is key to being the welcoming body of Jesus. Team members arrive prior to worship to set up and stay after fellowship time is over to clean up. Please contact Tina . MUSIC AND TECH Do you have experience as a vocalist or an accompanist? Perhaps you have an interest in learning Connect with Grace Church of Marin – Join Our Community VISIT Directions What to Expect FAQs Upcoming Events ABOUT What We Believe Leadership Our Story Membership CONNECT Grace Kids Ministry Grace Student Ministry Community Groups Women’s Ministry Men’s Ministry Serve RESOURCES Recent Sermons Care and Help Study Resources Understanding Worship GIVING Give Now Ways to Give Building Campaign EVENTS Events CONNECT WITH US Grace Kids and Students Children up to 5th Grade Grace Kids exists for the Glory of God and the building up of his church. Our role, through the context of the church, is to equip and partner with families to encourage children to live into the hope, security, and joy of being united with Christ. We seek for children to have a joyful and authentic encounter with Jesus and apprentice with him in the “good life” for which we were made. We begin with grace, seek to model grace, and motivate with grace as we encourage children to take their place in the magnificent story of God’s redeeming work.  Grace Marin's worship service starts at 9:30 a.m. and we desire for children to be active participating members in worship with their family. During the sermon portion of the service, children (preschool - 5th grade) are invited to attend Sunday School with their teachers. Nursery (infant - 3 years old) is available during the entire service. Nursery Infant - 3 Year Olds Learn More Sunday School Pre-K - 5th Grade Learn More Child Safeguarding Policies and Procedures Learn More Grace Students ministry OUR PURPOSE    The Student Ministry of Grace Church of Marin exists to partner with parents in equipping middle and high school students to love and follow Jesus in young adulthood and beyond.  OUR PROGRAM  Student Ministry (Grades 6-12) has regular gatherings, usually on the 1st and 3rd Sunday evenings of the month. These are times for connection, fun, and thoughtful discussion about Christianity and life. We also host other fun events and opportunities for students throughout the year, and students are always encouraged to invite their friends to anything we do! On Sunday mornings, students are always invited to join their parents for worship. On first and third Sundays, we offer a short Sunday School class for middle school students (Grades 6-8) during the sermon portion of the worship service. OUR PURSUIT: GATHER, GROW, and GO   GATHER students of Marin to taste and see that Jesus is good.   In a world where none of us have it all together, we want to invite students into grace - undeserved favor from an unobligated giver. We create a space where students can be known, ask hard questions, and encounter the love of Christ in his Word.  GROW students as they learn to enjoy Jesus.   In a culture that is searching for the good life, we want to teach students that the good life is found in union with Christ. We facilitate relational discipleship in the church so that students can learn to follow Jesus their whole life long.    Equip students to GO , sharing the love of Jesus with their world. In a life reconciled by Christ, we want students to remember who they are and to whom they belong. We challenge them to bear the family resemblance as God’s adopted children and live for the mission of Christ.    Contact Jeremiah  with questions or to get involved!  Grace Adults Community Groups Community Groups are just that... People within a localized community coming together to dive deeper into the gospel outside of Sunday worship. Community Groups typically gather twice a month to cultivate friendships and life together centered around Jesus Christ through prayer, bible study, fellowship, and a shared meal. All are welcome - individuals, young adults, and families. These are open groups and you are warmly invited. Sunday Afternoons  2nd & 4th Sundays, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. @ Grace Marin Contact Jeremiah Sunday Evenings 1st & 3rd Sundays, 5:30-7 p.m., locations vary Contact Michael Additional small groups Additional groups can be found on our Women's Ministry and Men’s Ministry pages  Women's Ministry Men's Ministry women's ministry At Grace Women, we want you to feel welcomed to come as you are and invited to experience a God who loves you.   Women’s Weekly Discipleship  We want Grace Marin women to grow in their love for Jesus and His Word. We offer Bible studies and book studies. Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, we would love to have you join us! Tuesday Evening: Topical Book Study. 6:30-8 p.m.;   2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19 Thursday Morning: Bible Study. 9:30-11 a.m. Friday Morning: Zoom Bible Study: 9:00-11 a.m. For any questions please contact Women's Ministry . Women’s Monthly Events Our rhythm is to gather together on one Saturday of each month (with a break in December/January and the summer) for a time of fellowship, laughter, and good food. The gatherings vary from month to month but include getting together for a fellowship breakfast, going on leisurely hikes throughout Marin County, and serving our community through local non-profit organizations.   If you would like to have more information on our upcoming events, contact Women's Ministry . men's ministry Grace Church of Marin invites men to grow in friendship with one another and in their calling to follow Christ.  Weekly Gatherings  Men's Psalms Bible Study,  Wednesdays 11 a.m. at  Rustic Bakery in the Marin Country Mart (Larkspur Landing). Join us for coffee and a Bible Study through the Psalms led by Pastor Michael.  Contact: Monthly Gatherings Men's Saturday Breakfast 2nd Saturdays each month, 8-9:30 a.m. at the church.  Join us for good food, fellowship, and relaxed conversation.  Contact: Jeremiah For other men's discipleship opportunities please contact Jeremiah   or Michael serve Jesus came to serve, not to be served, and so we follow him through service. It's as simple as that! We hope you find a meaningful way to serve with us on Sundays and in our community.  IN OUR CHURCH The church is a family, and there are plenty of chores to do! One of the best ways to plug in at Grace Marin is by letting us put you to work. Find a need that fits who you are and join us!  CHILDREN'S MINISTRY      We are always in need of teachers and class assistants for our various Grace Kids Sunday school classes. It is one of the highest privileges to participate in Jesus' love and welcome of our little ones. If you have experience in this field or would like to learn more about what it would take to be a Children's Ministry volunteer, please contact Aubin . STUDENT MINISTRY   Volunteering during Sunday school and at special events provides a wonderful opportunity to build relationships with our students and to remind them that they are a vital part of our church community. An application and screening process is required. If you are interested in participating in Student Ministry, please contact Jeremiah .   WELCOME TEAM       Our Welcome Team executes the privileged task of being the tangible, personal welcome of Christ to everyone who comes through the doors at Grace Marin. Greeting involves handing out worship folders, ushering people to open seats, and being attentive during the entire worship service to direct and help folks as needed. Please contact Tina . SUNDAY HOSPITALITY TEAMS     Our teams provide refreshments before and after the worship service on Sunday mornings. This gesture of gracious hospitality is an extension of community and connection that is key to being the welcoming body of Jesus. Team members arrive prior to worship to set up and stay after fellowship time is over to clean up. Please contact Tina . MUSIC AND TECH Do you have experience as a vocalist or an accompanist? Perhaps you have an interest in learning