Posts by Whittney Gilmer

Billy and Trish have a story that is common to so many couples. When you begin a life together, you not only combine finances and habitats; faith becomes an important topic as well. When both parties are raised with different ideas about church, worship, music, and serving, it can leave them with more questions than…

Holidays seem to have a way of bringing people together. We all have a deep desire to experience life with other people. We invite you, your friends, and your family to share Easter with us at Access Church. We’re kicking off our Easter services with a little Swedish House Mafia and maybe even some U2.…

Sunday we celebrated our amazing volunteers and all they do to create irresistible environments at Access Church. For the past several weeks, our staff has been praying that 50 new volunteers would join one of our Strategic Service Teams so we can be prepared for a great back-to-school season in August. This past Sunday, 78…

The NCAA basketball games are in full swing. Occasionally we watch a player sustain an injury and subsequently leave the court. There is an immediate consequence for the team. Their flow is interrupted and other teammates are required to compensate. We all know that the team works better when all of the members are able…

Does your calendar reflect scheduled date nights with your spouse? In the chaos of life, connecting with your husband or wife can easily take a backseat. Sometimes we assume that being in close proximity constitutes connection. This is not entirely true. Connection requires intentionally pulling away from distractions and focusing on your spouse. MarriedLife is the perfect opportunity…

Doug and Janie Hurley have been an integral part of Access Church since 2009 and part of our staff since 2010. Doug’s contributions have been invaluable, and his influence has extended far beyond his roles as Waumba Land Director and later, Group Life Director. Doug and Janie have felt led to pursue full-time ministry. While at Access,…

One of the most difficult things to overcome is distraction. We live in a culture that is constantly vying for our attention. Friends and family, our job, our house, TV, and social media are waving flags demanding that we pay attention to them. In the midst of this war for our hearts, we often miss…

Hey middle- and high-school students! Are you ready for a great time with your small group? Walking Wisely Weekend is a time for you to hang out with your group, enjoy fun activities, participate in great worship sessions, and build fantastic friendships! It’s happening Saturday-Sunday, February 21-22. We’ll meet at Access Saturday at 9:00am and return Sunday at 9:00am. Cost…

Many people today are living lives with no margin. Schedules are crammed full of activities, finances are stretched, and relationships are strained. Access Church is tackling this issue head-on beginning January 4 in a four-part series, “Breathing Room,” with Andy Stanley of North Point Community Church in Alpharetta, GA. Andy said, “When we live these…