Motivated by the love of Christ to Serve Others
Come visit us this week.
Living Grace is:
- more than just a Sunday gathering
- a family of believers from all walks of life
- declaring & celebrating who Jesus is
- growing in the corporate study of the Bible
- practicing what we learn together
- serving a real and relevant Savior
Grow in the Word
We place high value on the preaching, teaching, and the personal study of the Bible. While Living Grace provides the resources and tools for understanding the Word of God, it is the responsibility of the individual believer to appropriate and utilize these tools.
Ministry
Meeting the needs of the world around us, both locally and internationally, is part of our everyday ministry. Living Grace actively sends our members ahead to U.S. and foreign missionary work while also focusing on serving our local community, Tacoma. It’s a place where what you learn can become more than just head knowledge.
We are a church that serves. We value studying the Word, competency in the message of the Bible, and discipleship of the next generation to serve our community and world for the sake of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. More than just head knowledge, we’re guided in implementing practical ministry.
TACOMA
Called to Tacoma over 30 years ago, we are dedicated to the people of our community and partner with local ministries to serve the needs of Tacoma. The School of Urban Ministry at Living Grace Church trains and sends workers in Tacoma and around the globe.
JESUS
Jesus’ finished work at the cross is at the center of everything we do. We believe what the Bible says about who Jesus is and what He has accomplished for us. His Word guides us in all our work. Spreading His Good News is our aim and faithfulness to his calling is our mission. We experience creative and exciting ways to reach the lost as each year goes by.
Our Pastors
PASTOR TOM POWELL
SENIOR PASTOR
BA -THEOLOGY
Maryland Bible College & Seminary (MBC&S)
M.MIN, M.TH
NORTHWEST BAPTIST SEMINARY (NBS)
M.DIV, D.MIN
LUTHER RICE COLLEGE & SEMINARY (LRC&S)
PASTOR JIM CORNWELL
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
BA – BIBLICAL STUDIES
(MBC&S)
MA – PASTORAL STUDIES – CHAPLAINCY
MULTNOMAH UNIVERSITY
MA – BIBLICAL COUNSELING
(LRC&S)
PASTOR KEVIN WILDER
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
MUSIC MINISTRY
COUPLES BIBLE STUDY
BA – BIBLICAL STUDIES
TACOMA BIBLE COLLEGE
PASTOR MITCH POWELL
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
AA (ELECTRONICS)
GRADUATE – STEVENS SCHOOL OF THE BIBLE (SSB)
PASTOR PAUL WHEELOCK
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
HONORED SENIORS
GRADUATE – STEVENS SCHOOL OF THE BIBLE (SSB)
PASTOR EMMET HUTCHINSON
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
CHRISTIAN ATHLETIC PROGRAM
BA – RELIGION, M.DIV – MINISTRY
(LRC&S)
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
CHRISTIAN ATHLETIC PROGRAM
BA – RELIGION, M.DIV – MINISTRY
(LRC&S)
Administrative Team & Team Leaders
BECKY FORTIN
YOUTH EDUCATION PROGRAM
MARK & CALLAN WOOLUM
LIVING GRACE YOUTH
DAWN BUSSEY
EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
ESTHER WHEELOCK
MORNING RECEPTIONIST
PAMELA RICE
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
DRAMA DEPARTMENT
RICK FORTIN
DEACONS
A/V
SHERRY STANSELL
SATURDAY MEAL – TACOMA RESCUE MISSION
SUE POWELL
PUBLICATIONS EDITOR
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Ministries
CHRISTIAN ATHLETIC PROGRAM (CAP)
C.A.P. is a free Athletic Program with seasonal non-competitive sports including soccer, football, and indoor basketball.
HONORED SENIORS
We meet the first Saturday of each month at a local restaurant for a time of ministry, valuable interaction & refreshment. Contact Pastor Paul Wheelock for more info: 253-230-6142
LIVING GRACE YOUTH
6-12 grade students learning to follow Jesus. We meet Fridays at 7 PM at Living Grace Church
MISSIONS
We support & partner with ministries in Italy, Cambodia, Slovakia, and the Dominican Republic. We are also part of IAGM, which supports missionaries world-wide. Visit IAGM’s Facebook for missionary video updates. 
PRAYER GROUP
All are welcome to join us every Saturday for Corporate Prayer. We also meet every Wednesday at 6:30 pm for prayer and worship. Check our calendar for our next meeting.
SCHOOL OF URBAN MINISTRY
SUM exists for the purpose of serving the body of Christ by providing a biblical and experiential education in an urban context. Register for upcoming classes here!
WOMEN OF GRACE
Dedicated to serve women with humility. Gather with us throughout the year for fellowship & fun.
WORSHIP
God-honoring worship is something we strive for through vocals and instruments.
Location
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SUNDAYS | PASTOR TOM POWELL
- Sep 12, 2021“The Blessed”
- Sep 8, 2021The People and Principles of Proverbs… “Deliverance”
- Sep 5, 2021“What A Difference A Day Makes”
- Aug 29, 2021“Cruel Expediency & Divine Supremacy”
- Aug 8, 2021“As In The Beginning… Even So Until The End”
- Aug 1, 2021“The Focus of Our Attention… A Strong and Mighty Purpose in Suffering”
- Jul 25, 2021“Truth Has Stood… Love Lays Down It’s Life”
- Jul 18, 2021“How Clear Is Our Condemnation… Your Portion, Your Choice”
- Jul 4, 2021“Truth Stands Up To & Light Exposes Deeds Done In Darkness”
- Jun 27, 2021“Truth Stands Up To & Light Exposes Deeds Done In Darkness”
WEDNESDAYS| PASTOR TOM POWELL
- Apr 7, 2021“I Said, “You Are Gods, and The Scripture Cannot Be Annulled”
- Mar 31, 2021“All Men Everywhere Must Repent”
- Mar 10, 2021“All Men Everywhere Must Repent”
- Mar 3, 2021“The Spiral of Vengeance or Confession & Reconciliation”
- Feb 24, 2021“The Conundrum & Current Culture”
- Feb 17, 2021“Evil: What It It & Where We Posit It”
- Feb 3, 2021“The Christian & Current Culture: Individualism, Perfectionism, & Power”
- Jan 20, 2021“Individualism … Or Should We Say, Perfectionism”
- Jan 13, 2021“What’s Your Story & Why Is It Important”
SPECIAL SERMONS
WEDNESDAYS & SUNDAYS | ASSOCIATE PASTORS & GUEST SPEAKERS
- Dec 18, 2022“Anticipating Immanuel”
- Jun 19, 2022Good Father’s Day Morning
- May 18, 2022Blessing in the Mess – What Is God Doing?
- May 11, 2022“A Washed Conscience Through A New Life”
- Mar 6, 2022“Will I Have A Divine Resiliency Through Intimacy With God”
- Sep 26, 2021” What’s Your Story? “
- Aug 13, 2021“Looking to God to Reflect His Image To The World”
- Mar 28, 2021Palm Sunday
- Mar 28, 2021Our Purpose As Christian
- Mar 24, 2021“Behold The Lamb”
Bible Studies
This list will be updated soon!
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Text-to-Give Phone Number: 253-455-7780
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