Sharing in God’s Kingdom Legacy

We give praise and thanks to God for His gracious work in building up His Church in Dover. For nearly fifty years, He has richly blessed Grace Church—growing it in many ways and drawing people together across dividing lines into unified worship.


Among these blessings are the resources He has provided, including a wonderful facility and land that allow for continued expansion. He has also given gifted and capable members to lead a building project as the congregation continues to grow.


As Grace enters its next season of ministry, the Lord has given its leadership a vision for continued healthy growth. This includes expanding and renovating our facilities so that the entire congregation can gather for worship, establishing a dedicated space for discipleship and education, and strengthening our presence in the community—offering care, support, and a welcoming place to gather, all for the sake of the gospel.


Legacy Building and Celebration Timeline of Events

  • April 2023 - Discussion begins about the church’s 50th year anniversary celebration in 2028
  • June 2023 - Session approves to begin putting aside funds for a 50th year anniversary celebration
  • July 2024 - Pastoral Staff tasked by Session to explore the possibility of a building project
  • February 2025 Session approves initial plan for 50th year anniversary celebration including a building project
  • March 2025 - Bernie Langer appointed as chairman of a committee to be formed for the 50th year anniversary celebration and building project
  • July 2025 - The Legacy Building Committee is formed and approved by the Session and First church-wide letter “Building God’s Legacy 1”
  • August 2025 - LB Committee begins meeting as 4 sub-committees: Construction, Fundraising, Events, and Prayer
  • January 2026 - Second church-wide letter “Building God’s Legacy 2”
  • February 2026 - The Session decides to make a new Sanctuary the first phase of the building project. The 50th anniversary celebration and building project is officially titled “Legacy Building and Celebration.” The Legacy Building and Celebration slogan officially becomes “Inspired by Grace, Building for Generations”
  • March 2026 - Church-wide Informational Meeting
  • April 2026 - Initial land surveys and site plan work begins
  • May 2026 - Grace-Filled Vision Dinner and start of a 3-year pledge fundraising