MKE Rescue Mission

Since 1893 the Milwaukee Rescue Mission has been working with the hungry and hurting of Milwaukee, helping them restore their lives and their hope. As their needs have changed, they have adapted to meet those needs.

On May 15th, 1893, the Rev. B. Faye Mills and a group of Christian businessmen organized Milwaukee Rescue Mission to help homeless and alcoholic men on the streets of Milwaukee. By working together, they meet the physical and spiritual needs of these hurting men. They also begin a tradition of restoring lives and hope in Milwaukee. Then in 1921 their Mission expanded to include women and children.

Helping Restore Lives Through God’s Grace

After decades of service to Milwaukee, the Milwaukee Rescue Mission is becoming an esteemed institution, providing help to the city’s needy. In addition to the support for men, the Milwaukee Rescue Mission organizes a Woman’s Craft club, and other programs for women and children. These hardworking seamstresses create a role for themselves, providing sewing and clothing for residents of the Milwaukee Rescue Mission.

The Rescue Mission is currently looking for individual to help provide hot, nourishing meals to neighbors struggling with homelessness this Thanksgiving. If you would like to sponsor a table you can go here to do so.

Path To Membership

Come spend a Saturday morning with the Pastors of Grace Hill to learn more about the church and the Biblical values of membership. Childcare will be provided for those who need it, and lunch will be served at the conclusion of our time together.

Saturday, September 28 | 9am-12pm

We are grateful for this opportunity to introduce you to our church. Our hope is that you will be encouraged as we review the values that distinguish our church from others. We truly support every gospel-proclaiming church in our community, but we are sure you’ll understand why this is our favorite — for it is here, with these people, that God has called us to live and labor for His glory.

What are the values of GHC and Why they matter

Our time together will be structured around the values we share. They don’t explain everything about us, but they do provide benchmarks for you to further explore our doctrine and practices. Please feel free to ask your questions during the seminar (and following). Nothing is off-limits or out of bounds. We want to help you understand us. This seminar is for you.

After completing the Membership Seminar, you will have the option of pursuing church membership. We recognize that not everyone is ready for this step and if this describes you, please continue to engage in the life of our church with no expectations. You are welcome here.

3rd Annual Chili Bowl

Start digging up your chili recipes for this year’s 3rd Annual Chili Bowl. On Sunday, October 13th, following the church service, we will feast on chili and judge one another in the process.

Chili Bowl 2024

As the date approaches, you will all have an opportunity to enter your chili for the competition, and have the chance of a life time: to win the 2024 Chili Bowl. Be creative and come up with a name for your chili (e.g.: Afterburn, Fire In The Hole, Lake Of Fire). You’re not a chili chef? No problem. Make whatever chili-themed meal you like. If you call it chili, we will judge it!

Sunday, October 13th

This year’s winner will have their name engraved on the legendary Grace Hill Chili Bowl - to be proudly displayed in the Grace Hill trophy case for all to be amazed!

Towards Another 181

On August 31st we celebrated God’s faithfulness proclaiming the name of Jesus for 181 years. God is not finished and neither is Grace Hill. We are looking ahead with great expectation and ambition to the next 181 years.

We have a Godly ambition to cultivate a community where meaningful membership goes beyond mere affiliation, where doctrinal clarity guides our faith, where deep relationships foster love and understanding, and where a missional mindset drives us toward Gospel maturity and the multiplication of disciples for the glory of Jesus.

Meaningful Membership
Moving beyond simply joining a club; it's about true commitment and connection.

Doctrinal Clarity
Understanding what we believe and why we believe it.

Deep Relationships
Building genuine relationships so we can know one another and love one another.

Missional Mindset
Growing in the Gospel, aiming for spiritual maturity, and multiplying disciples.

We remain excited for what God is doing in Merton and beyond. It is with great joy that we are leaning into the work of the Spirit to make the name of Jesus known for many years to come!

Sing A New Song

This Sunday our music team will be introducing a new song for us to proclaim. Listen, watch and sing along over the next couple days in order to prepare for our time together on Sunday morning. Thanks for making Sunday mornings a priority to be with God’s people! This is one of the many marks of our unity in the Gospel of Jesus. See you Sunday morning!

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We Will Feast in the House of Zion

Written by Keith & Kristyn Getty, Sandra McCracken

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Chorus

We will feast in the house of Zion

We will sing with our hearts restored

He has done great things, we will say together

We will feast and weep no more

Verse 1

We will not be burned by the fire, He is the Lord our God

We are not consumed by the flood, upheld protected gathered up

Verse 2

In the dark of night before the dawn, my soul, be not afraid

For the promised morning, oh how long, oh God of Jacob, be my strength

Verse 3

Every vow we’ve broken and betrayed, You are the faithful one

And from the garden to the grave, bind us together, bring shalom

Let’s Talk

Sunday, September 8th - 6-8pm

The church is like a body with many members. Membership in the local church is the logical implication of membership in the global Church, which comes only through faith in Jesus Christ, publicly demonstrated through baptism. Our lives are connected. We need one another. Church membership is our way of ensuring everyone who belongs to our congregation enjoys the benefits and privileges of being Grace Hill Church.

One Meeting You Won’t Want To Miss

If you’re a member of Grace Hill Church, we want you to save the date for our next member meeting, to be held on Sunday, September 8th from 6-8pm. Come ready to hear some important updates, highlight God’s grace as we see Him at work, affirm a few improvements, and enjoy all the custard you can eat!

September Youth Night

Our next youth night will be Saturday, September 14th from 4-8pm at the Hagfors' home. We will plan on having a bonfire for cooking food and smores, playing yard games, and continuing our study in the Sermon on the Mount. 

Saturday, September 14th | 4-8pm

We currently meet once a month to learn and grow. Every meeting is different. Sometimes it's a party. Sometimes it's a service project. Often we have deep theological conversations. 7th-12th graders from inside and outside the church are welcome to join.

181 Years

In the providence of God, nine individuals came to the Wisconsin Territory with a desire to build on new land claims in the Town of Warren (now the Village of Merton). These individuals also came with a desire to worship their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. And so, on August 31, 1843, a local church was formed. Their first convert was baptized 18 months later in the Bark River.

Thanks For Celebrating With Us!

A church building was built in 1855, which was used for worship until 2009 when a new building was built on 13 acres of farmland on the south edge of the Village. Originally named Warren Baptist Church and then for many years First Baptist Church of Merton, our name is now Grace Hill Church.

Three Names, One Gospel Message

One consistent theme throughout its long history has been a commitment to preserve and proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We are grateful to God for how He has kept His people faithful to the Gospel in the past, and we earnestly desire for God to continue that work in His people here in Merton and beyond for the Glory of His great name.

Rethinking Retirement

Starting Wednesday, September 25th, Tony will begin leading a mid-week Bible study and prayer meeting for those who have entered into their retirement years. Some of you have been living through this season for quite some time. Some of you have just recently arrived. We want to use this time to love and care for one another while turning to the Scriptures and prayer.

Wednesdays @ 9am

Many of you have faithfully served for years, and some have outlasted many pastors. It is our conviction to plan for the church’s future, but it is also necessary not to neglect those who have helped maintain it. Come join your fellow brothers and sisters as we rethink retirement one Wednesday at a time.

Meeting at Grace Hill Church

Light refreshments with coffee and tea will be provided. Feel free to bring a snack to share. Please talk with Tony if you have any questions.