OUR COMMUNITY IN A NUTSHELL
Our social structure is unique, in that every member experiences a sense of belonging. This is achieved through our multi-layer approach, which addresses both our human needs and spiritual wellness. Social connections, personal interactions, and shared recreation become matters of choice — rather than lack of opportunity. In addition to this, no parent has to go it alone, nor are our elderly forgotten. The unique social and interpersonal needs of singles are also genuinely fulfilled. Gone are the days of filling the void through means which lead to regret. Those making a lifetime commitment to remain single are also brought into families. They, too, get to experience the joys and blessings family life can bring. Members with exceptionalities discover autonomy, and opportunity without predetermined limits. No one falls through the cracks, at Garden of Grace, and no child sits alone on the playground. We are invested in each other, as members of the same body of Christ (1 Peter 1:22).
A personal support network is additionally established for every member, along with opportunities for shared Bible study, prayer partnership, mentorship, and accountability support.
The atmosphere itself is one of extended family. We are households within one Household, which belongs to God Himself (Ephesians 2:19).
Garden of Grace fosters an environment rich in encouragement, acceptance, and friendships. Honesty is made safe, freeing our 'siblings' to confidentially ask for help with spiritual struggles. We also follow a code of conduct, while resolving conflicts. Then we extend each other grace, "bearing with one another," & building each other up "in love" (Ephesians 4:2-3; 4:7,12-13,15-16 NIV).
We respect, honor, and celebrate the uniqueness of every member. We also believe everyone has something of value, within them, to contribute. Therefore, we empower our interested members to use their God-given talents, regardless of disability status or stigma.
The natural innocence of children is valued and protected within our community. Melanin is not a factor in anything we do or decide, beyond selecting an appropriate suncream. Masculinity and femininity are equally respected, neither of them being toxic. (Adam was created in God's image and Eve was crafted by God's hands.) For our native English speakers, the language has been restored to its intended definitions. We have also eliminated bureaucracy, opting for an organized, commonsense approach. As these would indicate, we are just regular people with one thing in common: 1 Peter 2:9-10
FAQs
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How It All Began
The vision for Garden of Grace was conceived in response to a lack of fellowship opportunities for the mature-in-Christ...
The Purpose of Our Intentional Community
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