Midsummer Messages
Get ready for our Mid-Summer Messages at Grace Church—happening every Sunday from June 29 to August 3! We have a powerful line-up of guest pastors ready to share God’s Word, and you won’t want to miss a single week. Keep scrolling to see who’s speaking and learn more about their stories.
Wednesday Recess
During this time, we’re also entering our Summer Recess from June 25 to July 30, which means a pause in our Wednesday Night Services—but church is far from on hold. This is the perfect opportunity to take church beyond the building—start a Life Group, gather a Discipleship Group, or connect with others in your community. Let’s keep growing in Christ together all summer long.
Meet Our Summer Line-Up
Ben Martinez - June 29th
Pastor Ben has been the Senior Pastor of Calvary Church Lubbock since 2003. He loves teaching the word of God and has an incredible gift of evangelism. His heart is to see everyone saved and walking with Jesus. Ben and Nathalie have been married for over 37 years and have two grown daughters and three grandchildren He can be heard on his daily radio show, In-Christ Radio, on Radio by Grace at 9:30am Sun thru Fri.
Ryan Ries - July 6th
Ryan Ries is the co-founder of The Whosoevers movement and host of The Ryan Ries Show, a global radio talk show and podcast. He is the author of Kill the Noise: Finding Meaning Above the Madness and travels worldwide speaking at churches, schools, festivals, and skateparks. Formerly a music and skate marketing director for top brands like C1RCA and Special Blend, Ryan’s life was radically changed after a near-fatal cocaine overdose led him to Christ. Now, he helps students and young adults find freedom from addiction and hope in Jesus. He also runs Custom Branded, a premium merchandise company, and shares his testimony in a widely viewed I Am Second film. Learn more about Ryan and his ministry at https://ryan-ries.com/
Nathan Vainio - July 13th
Pastor Nate was born and raised in Joplin, Missouri until God called Him here to be a part of Grace Church in 2018. He is married to the lovely Jaymarie, and they have two children together, Nathan the 3rd, and Salah. He loves his family, Marvel, building stuff, and seeing students deepen in their relationship with God.
Doug M. Gehm - July 20th
Pastor Doug has been on staff since September 2005. He currently oversees all aspects of ministry at Grace. Doug attended and graduated from Calvary Chapel Bible College in California, England, and Spain. He is married to Kimberly, and they are blessed with five children. Doug enjoys reading, cold weather, and sports.
Chris Wimberly- July 27th
Pastor Chris Wimberly leads Selah Hills Church in Georgetown, Texas, alongside his wife Christie and their two children, Canon and Charis. Originally from Arkansas and raised in Amarillo, Chris moved to Southern California as a teen and pursued a music career while battling depression and substance abuse. After meeting Christie and being invited to church, he surrendered his life to Christ and left the music industry. He earned a degree in Christian Ministry from Vanguard University and began serving in youth ministry, later becoming a Junior High pastor at Calvary Chapel in San Juan Capistrano. In 2020, the Wimberly family moved to Central Texas to plant Selah Hills Church, where Chris now faithfully pastors and gives all glory to God.