Grace Church Perrysburg stands on East Boundary Street in Perrysburg, Ohio, where two very different Sunday gatherings share one mission: connecting people to Jesus. The congregation makes no apology for being a church for all ages, and its identity is built around the conviction that sermons, studies, and small groups should intersect the deep love of God with the honest realities of everyday life. Long-time members describe Grace as a place that aims for real spiritual depth rather than entertainment, and where generations are welcomed together at the same tables and in the same pews.
Two Sunday Gatherings on East Boundary
The weekly rhythm of Grace Church centers on two Sunday services, one traditional and one contemporary, both drawing on the same Scripture and prayer but expressing them very differently.
The 8:30 AM service gathers in the church's historic sanctuary and is led by the choir. Worship there features historic songs, silence, and the formal elements of classical worship. Guests enter through the S2 doors, which sit under the portico.
The 10:30 AM service gathers in the Family Life Center and is led by the praise band. Songs draw from across generations, the tone is informal, and Kids Church is available during the service. Guests enter through the C1 doors.
On select Sundays each year, the two services combine into a single 9:30 AM gathering in the Family Life Center. These combined Sundays typically include Confirmation Sunday during Lent, Blessings Sunday in the fall, and holiday weekends around Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, and Labor Day.
Both services are livestreamed online for those who cannot attend in person, and recordings remain accessible afterward.
What Worship Looks Like
Grace Church describes its services as presence-centered and Bible-centered. The order of worship regularly includes singing, scripture reading, prayer, and a thirty-minute teaching that aims to connect the Bible to everyday life.
The congregation gathers to declare the character of God, remember the story of God and God's desire to rescue people, and to receive what God wants to give. Each service includes a time of prayer and response, where members are invited to give financially, receive communion, or ask for healing, equipping, and leading from the Lord.
On the first Sunday of each month, called Family First Sunday, children in kindergarten through fourth grade stay in worship with their families rather than going to Kids Church. The whole congregation typically receives communion together on this Sunday.
First-Time Visitors: Practical Details
Grace Church wants first-time guests to feel at ease. Services typically run sixty to seventy-five minutes, lyrics are projected on screens, and sermon points and verses are also displayed so everyone can follow along visually.
The building is one story, with no stairs aside from on the stage, and the building, services, and events are wheelchair accessible. Nursery care is available during both worship services, and every Kids worker is safety-trained and background-checked.
The address is 601 East Boundary Street, Perrysburg, OH 43551. The church office can be reached at (419) 874-4365 or office@gracechurchperrysburg.com.
Wednesday Nights Around the Table
Grace's midweek gathering, called Meet and Grow, runs Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30 PM during the school year. The evening begins with a shared dinner in the Family Life Center from 5:30 to 6:15, a relaxed, no-cost meal where all generations sit together.
After dinner, from 6:15 to 7:30, the group divides into age-appropriate studies and groups. There are Life Groups and Bible studies for men and women, Kids Club for preschool through fourth grade, Club 56 for fifth and sixth graders, and Junior High and High School groups for teens. Childcare is available for children three and under so parents can attend their own group.
Donations are welcomed each week to help cover the cost of meals.
Grace Kids, Club 56, and Students
Grace Church has a full children's ministry running from birth through high school. Hannah Allison, Director of Children and Family Ministries, oversees the program with a vision of partnering with parents to raise Kingdom-focused children shaped by Scripture and led by the Spirit.
During the 10:30 AM service, children ages three through preschool have their own Sunday class, and kids in kindergarten through fourth grade are invited to Kids Church after the first ten minutes of worship. There they enjoy games, crafts, and age-appropriate teaching. Nursery care is available during both Sunday services and during many Bible studies.
On Wednesday nights, Kids Club and Club 56 keep the energy going. Kids Club teaches Scripture memory and application for preschool through fourth grade. Club 56, led by Erin Gildner, is a high-energy ministry for fifth and sixth graders with a focus on serving others and applying the Bible to daily life.
Beyond the weekly schedule, families look forward to Vacation Bible School in the summer, Fall Fest in the autumn, and other special family events throughout the year.
Grace Youth: Junior High and High School
For students in grades seven through twelve, Grace Church offers weekly youth ministry led by Jackson Fong, Director of Youth and Young Adults. The mission is to partner with parents in raising disciple-makers who are rooted in Scripture, Spirit-led, and servant-minded.
Junior High meets in Room E2 on Wednesday nights, and High School meets in Room E4. Both groups connect through Scripture, discussion, and fellowship, with separate studies as well as joint activities throughout the year. Annual retreats, both for Junior High and High School, and mission trips expand the experience beyond the weekly rhythm. An annual Confirmation Class, featuring more than ten sessions on Christian foundations plus a weekend retreat, walks students through the basics of the faith.
Grace also has a partnership with Young Life, which expands the church's outreach to students.
Gideon: Young Adults Stepping Out in Faith
Gideon is Grace Church's ministry for young adults, from high school graduates through their early thirties. The group meets on Monday nights at 7 PM, with additional monthly gatherings and seasonal events throughout the year.
Named for the biblical judge, Gideon is built around four commitments: faith development, building community, serving with purpose, and equipping for leadership. Bible studies, discussion, prayer, mentorship, mission projects, and leadership opportunities are all part of the rhythm. The group welcomes college students, young professionals, and anyone navigating early adulthood.
Women's and Men's Ministry
Grace Church runs parallel men's and women's ministries, both coordinated with the help of Associate Pastor Todd Whittum.
Women's ministry focuses on connecting women of all ages to Jesus. Bible studies include Grounded, a Thursday-morning study that walks through Scripture together, and Renew and Rejoice, a Tuesday-morning study. A holiday craft night brings women together in the fall, and a women's retreat is offered each winter. There are also online options and Sunday-evening studies.
Men's ministry describes itself as raising men who are on fire for Jesus, fueled by the Spirit, forged in community, and faithful to make an impact. Bible studies meet throughout the week, including Sunday-evening, Tuesday-morning, and Thursday-morning online options. There are also activity groups, including Pickleball and F3, an annual men's retreat each winter, and monthly connecting and serving times.
Beyond these ministries, Grace Church runs a range of small groups. Life Groups reflect on God's activity in everyday life, while Bible-study groups dig deeper into Scripture. There are groups for married couples, a Wednesday-evening group, an online ladies' group, and more.
Refresh: A Place for Widows and Widowers
Refresh is a social community designed for widows and widowers at Grace Church. While not a support group, Refresh offers a place to build friendships, share meals, and find companionship after loss. Two regular gatherings anchor the month: dinner at Ground Round on the first Tuesday afternoon and breakfast at American Table on the third Wednesday morning.
Throughout the year, Refresh adds outings, activities, and seasonal events, all centered on the hope and joy that come through relationships rooted in Jesus. Ann Sinclair helps coordinate the ministry.
Grace Preschool
Grace Preschool provides a wholesome Christian environment for young children, serving three-, four-, and five-year-olds during the school year. Classes meet in the morning and on multiple days each week, led by Director Kim Miller and a team of lead and assistant teachers.
The three-year-old classes meet twice a week, and the four- and five-year-old classes meet three days a week in either a morning or an early-afternoon block. Tuition is set per year with a non-refundable registration fee. Children must be potty trained.
The preschool keeps required medical, information, enrollment, and parent verification forms on file for each child. Parents interested in scheduling a tour can contact the preschool director at preschool@gracechurchperrysburg.com.
A Global Methodist Congregation
Grace Church is a congregation of the Global Methodist Church. Members hold to the historic, creedal teachings of the Christian faith, centered on the love of God the Father, the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and the work of the Holy Spirit.
The church holds to a set of values it calls G.R.A.C.E.: a Generous Lifestyle, Remaining in love with Jesus, being Anchored in Scripture, Connected in Relationships, and Expanding Impact. These values shape both the sermons and the small groups at the church.
Grace is led by Lead Pastor Ben Phipps and Associate Pastor Todd Whittum, with Michael Richardson directing the traditional choir and Kaitlynn Pisarski directing the contemporary worship and arts.
Giving and Getting Connected
Grace Church accepts online giving through Tithe.ly and Pushpay, as well as automatic withdrawals and memorial gifts. Gifts support debt reduction, mission partners, mission trips, youth and children events, equipment, study materials, community outreach, and supplies.
Two weekly newsletters keep the congregation informed: Grace in Practice on Mondays and Grace Notes on Wednesdays. Newcomers who want to learn more about Grace or find a group to join can reach out to the church office or connect directly with one of the pastors.
Worship services, sermons, and Sunday morning gatherings continue to draw on the same thread that has defined Grace for years: a multi-generational community in Perrysburg where the deep love of God meets the realities of everyday life.