About Us

Grace Covenant Church, a daughter church of Midway Presbyterian Church in Powder Springs, Georgia, started here in Dallas, Georgia on September 1, 2002. We are a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in America, the PCA, formed in 1973. We retain the reformation standards; i.e. The Bible is the word of God, the only infallible absolute rule of faith and practice. We are confessional and propound reformed theology and doctrine through the Westminster Confession of Faith.

Why We Are Here - To Glorify God
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the Church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations for ever and ever! Amen.
Ephesians 3:20-21

What We Believe - God's Word is the Truth
All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting, and training in righteousness, so that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.
2 Timothy 3:16-17

What We Do - Make Disciples
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.
Matthew 28:19-20

What We Want - To Love God and Love Others
Jesus replied: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself."
Matthew 22:37-39

Our Pastor, Leaders and Staff

Our Pastor, Dr. Wilson Smith started his college career at University of South Florida. His extracurricular activities included work at the Peace River Cattle Ranch, the REMC, Roger's Meat Market, Wilson's Wholesale, and Fuller Brush. In addition, he found time to explore Scouting, Camping, Chess, Antique Books, stamp-collecting, music, art (specifically 14th C. Dutch paintings!), hunting, fishing, and scuba.

Eventually, God called Dr. Smith to Belhaven college in Jackson, Mississippi where he met his wife, Betty A. Davis. Together they were eventually blessed with Debbie, Daniel, and Jonathon.

Dr. Smith received his Bachelor of Arts degree and then entered the Reformed Theological Seminary and earned his Master of Divinity. Ordination soon followed. Dr. Smith has served as Pastor at various churches and participated in 3 church plantings, including here in Dallas, Georgia.

Dr. Smith has traveled to the foreign mission field and earned his Doctorate of Ministries from RTS.
Write to Pastor Smith: drwilbet@bellsouth.net

Our Elders
R.E. Loran Wills - Christian Education Committee Chairman
R.E. Julius Davis - Clerk, Outreach Committee Chairman
R.E. Rod Andrews
R.E. Tommy Taylor - Building Committee Chairman
R.E. Roger Rhodes
T.E. Dr. Wilson Smith
R.E. Ray Graham - Emeritus
T.E. Rob Langston

Our Deacons
Pete Baranowsky - Chairman, Treasurer
Rusty Barday - Building & Grounds
Chris Jackson - Building & Grounds
Butch Watson - Men of the Covenant
Mark Jennings - Widows & WIC
Eric Rauch - Worship & Outreach
Jim Boggs - Christian Education
Bill Fisher -Missions & Outreach

Our Staff
T.E. Dr. Wilson Smith - Pastor
Richie Hunt - Children & Youth Ministry Development Coordinator
T.E. Rob Langston - Assistant Pastor

Women in the Church
Women in the Church, or WIC, is a national organization of our denomination. It provides many opportunities for teaching, fellowship, and mercy ministry. The purpose of WIC is that every woman know Christ personally and be committed to extending His Kingdom in her life, home, church, community, and throughout the world.
WIC Officers -
        Lisa Taylor, President
        Roseann Nichols, Secretary / Treasurer
        Peggy Wills, Devotion Leader

Christian Education
Our Sunday School classes begin at 9:45 a.m.
and conclude at 10:45 am.

Bible Study:	Adults (Upstairs)
Berean Fellowship:	Adults (Downstairs)
Young Adults:	20s-30s (Upstairs)
High School:	Grades 9-12
Middle School:	Grades 6-8
Juniors:	Grades 5-6
Older Elementary	Grades 3-4
Younger Elementary	Grades 1-2
Preschool	K4 - K5
Babies*	Nursery (Upstairs)

*We have lots of love available in the nursery for babies and toddlers, but please know your little ones are ALWAYS welcome to worship with us in the sanctuary. A joyful noise is always appreciated.

Inquirer's Class
If you are a new member, or thinking about joining our church, or perhaps you would just like to brush up on church polity, then please join us. The class is for anyone interested in learning more about the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA), as well as the mission of Grace Covenant Church.
Our Inquirer's Class meets quarterly and is led by Dr. Wilson Smith, Pastor of Grace Covenant Church. If you would like to participate, please call: (678) 363-6350 or E-mail: drwilbet@bellsout.net

Men of the Covenant
Men of the Covenant, the men's ministry at Grace Covenant, encourages men to grow in their relationship with Christ and to develop authentic relationships with other men. The purpose of this group is to promote Christian growth and encourage one another through fellowship. Here you will find peers who will support and challenge you in your walk with Christ. All men, by virtue of their membership at Grace Covenant, belong to the MOC ministry.

Bible Study Prayer Meeting
We have a Bible Study on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 pm. It is a time of study and fellowship and prayer. During this time, there is also a Children's Bible Study. A nursery can be provided with prior reservations made to richie89@bellsouth.net.

J.O.Y. - Just Older Youth
J.O.Y. is for the over-50 crowd. We meet on the first Thursday of each month. Generally, we'll meet at 12:30 pm at a local restaurant. This is a time to enjoy good food and fellowship, and share in a devotional.

Covered Dish Luncheon
This is a family time. And here at Grace, we're all family! We meet selected 1st Sundays at 12:00 pm, directly after worship. Everybody brings a covered dish to share. The children play, the adults laugh. We'll even sing to you if it's your birthday. There's always plenty of food, so come hungry.

Visitation
As an evangelizing faith community, we want to reach out in a personal way to newcomers, the elderly or homebound, the sick or hospitalized, the bereaved, or anyone with limited ability to fully participate in the church life.
To arrange for a visit by our Pastor or a Ruling Elder, please call Julius Davis at (770) 222-0618 or E-mail: drwilbet@bellsouth.net

Music - Adult and Children
Candy Still is our choir director, and practices are held on Wednesday evenings from 7:00 - 8:15. Nursery and child-care are available during this time.
Our Children's Choir is led by Tracy Murchison, and practices on Sunday afternoons from 5:00 - 5:30pm. Come and make a joyful noise with us.