We gather on Sundays at 9:30 AM, and our Gatherings typically conclude around 11:30 AM, though we always make room for the Holy Spirit to facilitate our Gatherings. We use the word Gathering because church is more than attending a service—we come together to worship God, hear His Word, pray, encourage one another, and participate as a community.

When you arrive at the Brace Family YMCA, use the entrance nearest the outdoor children’s play area. Look for the Glory House tent outside the entrance. First-time guests may park in the spaces marked by orange cones, or one of our parking attendants will be happy to direct you.

We recommend arriving about 10–15 minutes before the Gathering begins. This gives you time to stop by our Welcome Table, receive a small gift, meet a few people, and get comfortably settled before we begin.

We want you to feel comfortable when you visit Glory House. Whether you prefer casual or business-casual attire, choose something modest and appropriate for worship so you can focus on connecting with God and with the people around you.

We are a nondenominational, multigenerational, multiethnic, Spirit-filled community of believers with a strong commitment to sound biblical teaching. Our Gatherings include worship, prayer, Scripture, preaching and teaching, and opportunities to respond to God. We believe preparation and order are important, while also remaining open to the direction of the Holy Spirit.

We do not currently offer a separate children’s ministry as we continue to grow in the early stages of our church. The YMCA does provide a nursery space for parents with infants and nursing mothers, and gym space is available when younger children need room to move around and burn off a little energy. Children are welcome at Glory House, and families should never feel uncomfortable simply because their children are being children.

No. We will never ask you to stand or introduce yourself publicly. When you arrive, we simply ask first-time guests to stop by the Welcome Table and scan a QR code to complete our brief digital visitor form; if you completed it online before coming, you can skip that step. You can expect plenty of smiles, handshakes, kind words, and perhaps even a hug—but we want you to feel welcomed, not put on the spot.

We typically receive Communion on the first Sunday of each month. Everyone is welcome to be present, but we teach Communion as an act of faith for those who have placed their trust in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord. If you are still exploring Christianity or have not yet made that commitment, you are completely welcome to observe without any pressure to participate.

We want everyone to be able to participate comfortably in our Gatherings. Wheelchair assistance, ear protection, and other reasonable accommodations are available upon request. If you have a specific need, let our Connections Team know when you complete the visitor form or speak with someone at the Welcome Table when you arrive.

Our first encouragement is simple: pray about it. If you have received Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord and sense that God may be connecting you to Glory House, we want you to seek Him about making this your church home. When you are ready to take that step, our Connections Team can help you register for the next available Connections Course, learn more about baptism if needed, and begin becoming an active part of the Glory House family.