Location: Section C of the Fellowship Hall
Audience: Anyone 18+
Format: Live teaching with Q&A

In the Old Testament, we find twelve often overlooked books typically referred to as the Minor Prophets. Apart from Jonah and Hosea, many Christians are generally unfamiliar with this section of the Bible. During the fall session of Life Classes, an introduction to Hosea through Micah will be presented in order to gain a basic understanding of the prophets’ messages.

Location: Library
Duration: 10 Weeks
Audience: Ladies 18+
Format: Small Group with video, discussion and Bible Study

This Fall, Arianna will be leading a Life Class titled “Through it All” where women will journey through the book of Philippians. Together they will explore how Paul joyfully sacrificed everything to follow Christ, and he challenges us to do the same. This study will also include video sessions from RightNow Media’s The Book of Philippians by Jo Saxton.

Arianna Roghelia joined the staff in summer 2026 as the Women’s Ministry Director. She is a graduate of Gardner-Webb University, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Missiology as well as her Master of Divinity in Christian Education. Arianna is married to her husband, John, and they have one son, Shepard. They recently moved from the Charlotte, NC area where they served together in ministry as Kids and Family Director and Youth and Associate Pastor. The Lord has called them back closer to family, and they are excited to be a part of what God is already doing at GBC!

Location: C100
Duration: 10 Weeks
Audience: Anyone 18+- ***Must be able to read music!
Format: Live teaching with devotional 

The Handbells Life Class is a ministry performance opportunity. Those who know how to read music, specifically rhythm and notes, are encouraged to participate. We will be working on music to play in one of the church services in November at Grace. 

Scott is currently on faculty at Wilmington Christian Academy where he serves as the music coordinator. He conducts WCA’s beginner, elementary, middle school, and high school bands, as well as the middle school and high school choirs. An active church musician, Scott currently serves at Grace Baptist Church where he accompanies the choir, conducts the handbell choir, and is the church pianist. As an accomplished pianist, he occasionally performs with the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra and teaches private music lessons.

Location: N109
Duration: 10Weeks
Audience: Men 18+
Format: Small group, live teaching, and Bible Study

What’s the most courageous thing you’ve ever done?

This 10-session series invites men to dig deeper into what it means to step up and live a courageous life. Based on the book Stepping Up by Dennis Rainey, the series features teaching and real-life wisdom from ministry leaders.

With engaging stories, humorous vignettes, and man-on-the-street interviews, the series equips men to become gospel-centered leaders in their families, churches, and communities.

Each session includes discussion time and follow-up exercises designed to help men of all ages put their faith into action.

Randy Richartz is a long term member of Grace Baptist Church and a retired Wilmington CPA.  Since coming to GBC he has served several terms on the Deacon Board, one term on the School Board, and is the substitute teacher in the Berean Class having taught adults for many years in several different churches. He has been married to Ruth, his high school sweetheart, for 58 years.  He is blessed with two adult children and four grandchildren, all saved and faithfully active within their respective church families.

Location: Noland 114
Duration: 11 Weeks
Audience: Anyone 18+
Format: Video, discussion and workbook 

What is Divorce Care? DivorceCare is a safe place where caring people come alongside you as you find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. At this 13-week, video-based support group program, you’ll find helpful counsel to manage the emotional turmoil and practical tools for decision-making. https://www.divorcecare.org/ 

Location: Rotating but usually off-campus
Duration: Ongoing
Audience: College and Young Adults
Format: Small group, discussion, Q&A and activity 

The College and Young Adult Ministry focuses on an intentional time for college and young adults to come together over food, activity and Bible study. This happens in the middle of the week to strengthen their walk with Christ and stay connected. 

Kids4Truth is our Wednesday night children's program for ages 3 years old through 5th grade. Kids4Truth teaches children key biblical truths and how they can apply them to their everyday lives. Kids4Truth also has several creative dress-up nights throughout the year that keep the excitement level high!

For the 2026-2027 year, we will be studying Themes 7-12:
THEME 7: God's Law
THEME 8: Jesus Christ
THEME 9: God's Gift - Salvation
THEME 10: God's Purpose For His Children
THEME 11: God's Work - Past & Present
THEME 12: God's Plan For The Future

Our Kick-off to K4T will be Wednesday evening, September 2nd, at 6:30 pm.

Join us in the Kid’s Chapel each Wednesday night from 6:30-7:30 as we learn more about God and His Word.

Join us in the Kid’s Chapel each Wednesday night from 6:30-7:30 as we learn more about God and His Word.

Location: Atrium/Kids Chapel
Duration: Ongoing
Audience: 3 yrs-5th Grade
Format: Activity, Live teaching with Q&A in small groups

Kids4Truth is our Wednesday night children's program for ages 3 years-5th grade. Kids4Truth teaches children key biblical truth and how they can apply it to their everyday lives. Kids4Truth also has several creative dress-up nights throughout the year that keeps the excitement level high!
To learn more about this program you can visit Kids4Truth.com.

Location: Teen Room (Between Gym and Fellowship Hall)
Duration: Ongoing
Audience: 6th-12th Grades
Format: Activity, Live teaching with Q&A in small groups

Our Middle/High School student ministry meets Wednesdays 6:00-7:30 p.m. Each time we meet we focus on three things; rest, relationships, and spiritual development so our students will become adults who persevere in their faith.  Our theme, “So Be'“, comes from Matthew 10:16 which says, “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves.”, and it is a reminder that when we follow Jesus we can thrive rather than survive in the middle school and high school years.