History
Founded in 1962 by a group of Christians, Green Mountain Baptist Church (GMBC) began as a small church with a big heart for the Lord. The church was originally located at 316 S. Moore St., with a seating capacity just under a hundred.
A lack of vision nearly caused the church to close in the 1970's. Through the persistence and tireless efforts of Norm Magnus, a pastor from Denmark, the congregation rallied together and the church began to experience both numerical and spiritual growth.
By the 1980's it became obvious that the church had outgrown its facilities. The sanctuary was too small to handle the worship services and the building lacked adequate space for Sunday School classes. In 1987, as the Elder Board was considering a building expansion project, the church was approached by a realtor and asked to consider trading facilities with the Landmark Missionary Baptist Church (LMBC) located at 9210 W. 2nd Ave. in Lakewood. In short, both churches exchanged properties.
The new location was the perfect fit for GMBC, which grew in attendance, and people around the neighborhood started to take notice. The church has always had a simple worship style — one that still works today — a time of praising the Lord and being taught by His Word.
In 1997 Green Mountain Baptist Church, as it was originally called, changed its name to Grace Fellowship of Lakewood (GFL). Although the name was changed, the church remains the same.
God’s faithful provision at GFL has been so apparent year after year. It has been wonderful to see Him calling, changing, growing, and commissioning young and old alike through our ministries. And we know that, although the times ahead will change, our God is faithful and will always be so.