Questions to Ask When You Want to Find a Church in Lakeland

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Start Fresh This Fall with the Right Church Home Late August feels like a reset. School starts back up, calendars fill with practices and meetings, and we find our rhythm again after summer. It’s also a natural time to ask bigger questions about life, faith, and where we belong on Sundays. Finding a church is […]

Echo Conference 2025 | Session Three | Dr. Christina Gard

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Echo Conference 2025 was more than just an event. It was a weekend full of worship, honest conversations, and deep connection. There were many amazing moments throughout the weekend, but Session Three with Dr. Christina Gard stood out in a big way. Her words reached people right where they were, blending truth from scripture with […]

Echo Conference 2025 | Session Two | Lisa Bevere | Fight For Female

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Something special filled the air during Echo Conference 2025. From the time people walked in, there was a real sense that something meaningful was about to happen. One of the most talked-about sessions came early in the weekend, and it carried a message that stuck deeply with the crowd. Session Two, led by Lisa Bevere, […]

Echo Conference 2025 | Sessione One | Charlotte Gambill

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There is something about summer mornings that makes Echo Conference feel even more electric. The warmth in the air, the excitement around the building, and the expectation that something meaningful is about to unfold all build before that first session even begins. Echo Conference 2025 kicked off strong with Session One, led by Charlotte Gambill, […]

Grace City Church | Let It Burn | Pastor Andrew Gard

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Summer heat has a way of reminding us about passion. Everything feels brighter, louder, and more alive. It’s the time of year when grills are hot, afternoons are long, and life feels wide open. That kind of energy isn’t just out there in the weather, it can live inside us too. Our Pastor Andrew Gard’s […]

Grace City Church | Lay It Down | Hollie Jo Hepler

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Summer tends to bring a mix of fun and chaos. Here in Florida, we know how easy it is to fill our days with plans, beach trips, and family visits. But beneath all the activity, some of us carry things that do not show up on a calendar. Worry, stress, and the pressure to get […]

Grace City Church | When Your Heart Has Been Broken | Andrew Gard

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Sometimes, heartbreak hits us when we least expect it. Maybe someone let us down, maybe something we cared about ended, or maybe we are facing a loss we never thought we would have to handle. No matter the reason, pain can leave us feeling empty, confused, and tired. Pastor Andrew Gard shared a message at […]

Grace City Church | Before And After | Ryon Flanagan

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Everyone has a story. Some feel messy, unfinished, or even stuck in the middle. That’s why we’re sharing the story of Ryon Flanagan. It’s a before-and-after look at one person’s path through the real ups and downs of life. You might not know him, but what he walked through might sound a bit like your […]

Grace City Church | Plow Where You Are Planted | Christina Gard

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This time of year can feel fast. Schedules fill up with summer activities, travel plans, and sticky Florida heat that makes everything feel a little heavier. With so many distractions, it’s easy to wonder if we’re missing something more important. Christina Gard recently shared a message that speaks right into that feeling. The idea was […]