by Jennifer Redmond, M.Ed.In the protestant tradition, the focus of Advent is most often on the arrival of Jesus—Emanuel, God with us.But one season, that focus dramatically shifted for me. Five years...  Read More

by Andrew Moroz, Teaching Pastor“Rejoice always, pray constantly, give thanks in everything; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18Gospel Community,What is the will o...  Read More

by Abby Barr, M.Ed., Director of OperationsGenerally speaking, my husband and I are not shy people. In fact, I’m convinced that Ryan knows over half the population of Lynchburg by name, and likewise, ...  Read More

by Andrew Moroz, Teaching PastorThanksgiving is only a few weeks away. For most people that means family, friends, and food, and, usually, at least some consideration of things that we’re thankful for...  Read More

by Jennifer Redmond, M.Ed., Communications TeamAs someone who volunteers with the teams spotlighted this week, I can tell you firsthand—they are a lot of fun. (One of these leaders even plays on a sem...  Read More

by Jennifer Redmond, M.Ed., Communications TeamDid you know this December marks 10 years since Pastor Andrew and his wife Samantha started serving at GCR? So much has happened over those years, all of...  Read More

by Jennifer Redmond, M.Ed., Communications TeamThis group of leaders is responsible for managing the many awesome volunteers who interact with the children and youth of our church each and every week....  Read More

by Jeff Boyer, CFP, AAMS, GCR ElderOctober, what a great month! Fall weather and all its glories arrive. We start to enjoy sweater weather, pumpkin-spiced EVERYTHING, outdoor fires, apple picking, Maj...  Read More

by Juan Dugan, D.Min. – Worship LeaderWhat if I told you that you’ve completely misunderstood the story of David and Goliath? If you read through I Samuel 17, it appears to be the story of a young boy...  Read More

by Christi-Anna BoyerRecently, a group of 55 women from Gospel Community Rivermont went on a weekend retreat in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. While no one knew exactly what God was going to d...  Read More

by Andrew Moroz, D.Min., Teaching and Outreach PastorFor some, the end of August marks a conclusion (end of Summer, end of break, end of vacation season). For others, the end of August marks the begin...  Read More

by Abby Barr, M.Ed.All of us have areas of our lives where we excel. We are called into roles in which our gifts shine and our weaknesses are minimized. If you’re anything like me, you love spending t...  Read More