UPCOMING EVENTS
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Soup Kitchen
Soup Kitchen is a recurring event that takes place every 7 weeks. We cook soup and deliver it to those who need it. The cooking typically takes place on Friday and the delivery takes place on Sabbath. It is a different recipe each time and an ingredient sign up link will be posted each time when we are closer to the event.
Brittany Woods is the co-ordinator this time. Below is the link for needed ingredients.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4DAEA82FA3FC1-65574925-ingredient#/
Night of Hope Concert
AdventHealth is sponsoring this FREE, fun-filled, family-friendly Christian concert featuring Pat Barrett and Naomi Raine at the Ridge Ferry Park in Rome. Please bring your camp chairs, blankets, friends and family for a night of worship and praise.
Bridal Shower for Katelyn Kelch and Daniel Tanksley
Help celebrate the upcoming marriage of Katelyn Kelch and Daniel Tanksley by attending a bridal shower in their honor. They are registered at Target and Amazon.
ABC Bookmobile Van
The ABC Bookmobile is coming to Calhoun on Thursday, September 24 from 3:00 - 3:30pm
They will set up at the Georgia-Cumberland Academy church in the lower parking lot next to the road. If it is raining, look for them up under the awning of the church entrance.
They always have books and food to shop from, but the best way to get what you need is to call in and reserve an order. They are happy to bring anything they carry in the Collegedale store, and without a delivery fee. So feel free to call 423-396-2814 and add items for personal use, ministry, Sabbath School, Adventurers, Pathfinders, Evangelism, etc.
GCC Marriage Retreat
GCC Marriage Retreat: Registration is open for the GCC Marriage Retreat at Cohutta Springs, September 25-27, 2026. The speakers are Elder William and Joyce Smith. To register, please visit: https://events.gccsda.com/marriageretreat26
Registration is open. This session has a few openings left.
Registration will end on 8/12/2026 at 11:00 PM.
September Potluck
Our September potluck theme is Spanish food to celebrate our Hispanic Heritage Sabbath . It will take place after church in the fellowship hall.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CAFA723A7F85-65907306-hispanic
GCC Young Adult Life Retreat
It is a new era for Young Adult LIFE as, for the first time, ACF is merged with our annual YA retreat to form a fresh, all-encompassing, and community-embracing weekend full of fun, edification, and above all, connection with Jesus. With reimagined opportunities to connect with fellow young adults as well as our Savior, there's no better way to kick off the holiday season. Angelo Grasso leads us to the Scripture on a Spirit-led adventure to discover why, by the grace of God Most High, we are ~STRONGER TOGETHER~. This event is to take place October 30 through November 1.
All day Sabbath and Sunday morning meals will be provided (**no meal on Friday night**). Make sure to bring your own linens for the cabins.
Registration ends 9/28/2026. https://events.gccsda.com/yal26
SOUTHERN GEORGIA MISSION TRIP
Our Southern Georgia Mission Trip will take place during the first half of fall break.
Southern Union Pathfinder Camporee at Camp Kulaqua
Our Pathfinders are headed to the Southern Union Camporee. They will join clubs from conferences all over the Southeast to learn and worship together.
Magnify Worship Festival
MagnifyWorship Festival is a hands-on worship music festival where students rehearse in bands alongside GCA worship leaders and guest clinicians, develop their instrument or vocal skills in focused breakout sessions, and grow in leadership, stage presence, and faith. The weekend wraps up with attendees leading worship at vespers, Sabbath School, or church — a genuinely moving experience for students and families alike. For students in grades 6–11. The sooner you register the more you save.
ACROFEST
Acrofest is a high-energy gymnastics festival where students work with the GCA Acroflyers team and coaches through stations covering acrosports, tossing, pyramids, tumbling, two-highs, and more. The weekend ends with a student performance on Sunday afternoon. Pathfinders can also earn the Tumbling and Balancing honor — individual members and whole clubs are warmly invited!
For students in grades 5–8… All skill levels welcome! The sooner you register the more you save.
7 Bridges Marathon
The 7 Bridges Marathon starts at Coolidge Park near the Big Blue Rhino (and the Chattanooga Theatre) on Tremont Avenue. The new course crosses the 4 bridges downtown and 3 “upgraded” bridges on the North Chick Greenway. The course is road, concrete, and asphalt. Aid stations and bathroom facilities are available almost every mile. There is a 7 hour time limit.
There is also a half marathon, a 10K, a 5K, and a 1K Fun Run. These races do not have a time limit.
Soup Kitchen
Soup Kitchen is a recurring event that takes place every 7 weeks. We cook soup and deliver it to those who need it. The cooking typically takes place on Friday and the delivery takes place on Sabbath. It is a different recipe each time and an ingredient sign up link will be posted each time when we are closer to the event.
Terri Everts is the co-ordinator this time. The link to sign-up for ingredients will come closer to the event.
COBLE CHRISTMAS CONCERT
Coble Elementary School’s Christmas Concert will be in Gym 1 at GCA.
Soup Kitchen
Soup Kitchen is a recurring event that takes place every 7 weeks. We cook soup and deliver it to those who need it. The cooking typically takes place on Friday and the delivery takes place on Sabbath. It is a different recipe each time and an ingredient sign up link will be posted each time when we are closer to the event.
Brittany Woods is the co-ordinator this time. The link to sign-up for ingredients will come closer to the event.
Soup Kitchen
Soup Kitchen is a recurring event that takes place every 7 weeks. We cook soup and deliver it to those who need it. The cooking typically takes place on Friday and the delivery takes place on Sabbath. It is a different recipe each time and an ingredient sign up link will be posted each time when we are closer to the event.
Brittany Woods is the co-ordinator this time. The link to sign-up for ingredients will come closer to the event.
Dominican Republic Mission Trip
The Joint Mission Trip we are planning with the Calhoun Church has been postponed until March of 2027. We will help build a church, hold a VBS Program and a Medical Clinic. We are also raising $15,000 to help fund the new church for our Dominican church family. Mark your gift “Dominican Mission Trip.” Online Giving has a line item for this as well. For more information, call Serge Gariepy at 706-217-7138
Ladies Pizza Night
Women’s Ministries will be hosting a pizza party for all the ladies of the church (members and students) at the GCA Church Fellowship Hall. Please RSVP to Amy Kepford at gerbera27@gmail.com or call 619-496-8110.
SOS - Nursing Home Visit
Something On Sabbath (SOS) - Campus Ministries and our Social Committee have planned a joint event for Students and Members to visit local nursing homes, spend time with residents, and sing to them.
WEEK OF PRAYER
Week of Prayer Meetings nightly the week of August 31-September 4. Monday through Thursday, we will meet at 7:00 pm, and Friday night we will meet at 7:30 pm.
BREAD
Help kick off the year by opening your home to students on August 29! BREAD is a simple, meaningful way for students and church members to connect and get to know one another over a home cooked meal.
We want every student who'd like a home cooked meal to have one, and we need hosts to make that happen. If you're able to welcome a few students into your home after church on August 29, please sign up.
Thank you for helping our students feel known and cared for!
Pathfinder Leadership Training
Georgia Cumberland Conference’s AYMT and Pathfinder Leadership Training at Cohutta Spring Convention Center.
Student Move In Event
Women’s Ministries organizes volunteers to help families move their students into the dorms on registration day.
Please sign up to help.
Potluck
August Potluck will be on the weekend of our Teacher Dedication, immediately following church. Our Theme is Italian Food. Darlene Peterson will be leading our crew for this social event. We will honor our returning teachers and staff after their dedication during church. Please come and join us.
Sign Up Link
School Faculty and staff DEDICATION
We will be having a special School Faculty and Staff Dedication at Church on Sabbath, August 8. It will be followed by a special potluck celebrating them as well.
Soup Kitchen
Our next soup kitchen will be on August 1 and we are making Zucchini Soup. People can help by purchasing ingredients, cooking soup Friday morning (July 31) at 9am in the GCA cafeteria, assembling sack lunches at 9am on Saturday morning in the GCA Church Fellowship Hall, and delivering door-to-door at 10am Saturday morning.
Signup Link
TEEN pool party
Teen Pool Party, Games and Vespers at the Tomaszewski’s Home. This event is just for those beginning high school this fall through older teenagers. Please use the link below to sign up to attend.
RSVP
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The twelfth night’s topic is Race & Unity.
Adventurer Club Kick Off Party
Adventurer Club Registration is officially open. If you would like to register your child(ren) for the upcoming club year please register using the link below. The Kick-Off Party is on July 26. Please RSVP if you plan to attend.
Tubing on the Hiawassee
Join the GCA SDA church for a ride on the Hiawassee River. You may need to pack a lunch and eat on the way after church.
**You do need your own tube. We will help you inflate your tubes once we're there.
Tube from Amazon: Amazon.com: INTEX 58825EP River Run 1 Inflatable Floating Lounge: Comfortable Backrest – Built-in Cup Holders – Durable Grab Handles – All Around Grab Rope – 220lb Weight Capacity– Blue : Toys & Games
Tube from Academy: INTEX River Run I Tube | Academy
Things to bring:
Life jacket
River Tube
A paddle if you have one
A way to connect tubes together if you want to connect with others
Water
Water shoes
RSVP
Christmas in July
GCA Church Board has voted to participate again this year in Christmas in July. This multi-denominational program has run for 18 years in Gordon County, benefiting local families who can use a boost before starting the new school year. Our church has financially supported this program for several years and collected disinfectant wipes and dental supplies in years past.
This year, the organization has requested that GCA Church collect body soap and hand sanitizer as part of the many items that will be distributed to deserving families at the event in July. Please bring your items to the collection box in the church lobby as we strive to reach our goal of 105 of each item! Thank you for helping us be His hands to our community members! For questions, please see Mary Maxson or Darlene Peterson.
Home Vespers
As a part of our summer home vespers program this summer, the Peterson family has offered to host our seventh home vespers of the summer season. They ask that you bring your favorite summer dish to share.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The eleventh night’s topic is Second Coming.
Home Vespers
As a part of our summer home vespers program this summer, the Chris and Sarah Self family has offered to host our sixth vespers of the summer season.
There is a sign-up link below for bringing snacks. Swimming is also available, so don’t forget your swimsuit and towel if you want to swim.
https://grow.withlome.com/a/c3f1efa4-81e9-4f89-a41b-232b49977dd1
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The tenth night’s topic is Dating & Relationships.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The ninth night’s topic is Salvation.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The eighth night’s topic is Addictions.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The seventh night’s topic is Death.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The sixth night’s topic is Sanctuary.
Independence Corn Roast
Join us on July 3rd for a Church Corn Roast! We can’t wait to enjoy some delicious food and fellowship together.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The fifth night’s topic is Politics.
Tubing on the Hiawassee
Join the GCA SDA church for a ride on the Hiawassee River. Meet at the parking lot by the railroad bridge at Hiawassee Outfitters at 155 Ellis Creek Road, Reliance, TN, 37369 at 3 pm. You will want to pack a lunch and eat on the way after church. Sign up here:
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showRSVPSignUp/10C044CAFA723A7F85-64573513-hiawassee?useFullSite=false
**You do need your own tube. We will help you inflate your tubes once we're there. Here is a Tube from Amazon: Amazon.com: INTEX 58825EP River Run 1 Inflatable Floating Lounge: Comfortable Backrest – Built-in Cup Holders – Durable Grab Handles – All Around Grab Rope – 220lb Weight Capacity– Blue : Toys & Games
Here is a Tube from Academy: INTEX River Run I Tube | Academy
Things you need to bring:
Sack Lunch
Life jacket
River Tube
A paddle if you have one
A way to connect tubes together
Water
Water shoes
Text or call Cindy Tomaszewski for any questions: (706) 414-5585.
Home Vespers
As a part of our summer home vespers program this summer, the Hamilton family has offered to host our third home vespers of the summer season.
They have a pool and are inviting you to bring your swimsuits and towels to swim, as well as snacks to share.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. The fourth night’s topic is Sexuality.
JESUS - Snacks and Real Talk Youth Summer Program
GCA Church is joining with Calhoun Church for a Youth Summer Program. Each night, there will be fun activities in the gym from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by a real talk Bible study from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Each night has a different theme. This third night’s topic is Sabbath.