About Us


Some of our 9:00 a.m. worshippers, October 2009.

Grosse Pointe Memorial Church is a 1264 member congregation of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Started in 1865 as the Grosse Pointe Evangelical Protestant Association, our 145 year history is a rich one. The greatest treasures we have are our members. As a Presbyterian church, we are a congregation where every member is a minister. 

We are all called to do God's work in the world, not just our pastors. In light of that commitment, the following mission and vision statements were adopted in March 2012.

Sealed by the Holy Spirit and marked as Christ's own forever,
Grosse Pointe Memorial Church is created by God 
to worship the Lord and serve his people.

Sharing God's love and caring for God's people, 
we call disciples of all ages to put faith into action by worshiping God joyfully, welcoming others graciously, supporting one another lovingly and serving all faithfully.

Our 2011 annual report  is available here, as well as our pastor's annual update on the church given at our annual officer retreat.  

Separately or taken together, they have a lot to say about active congregation. Thanks to the grace of God and the power of the Holy Spirit, we expect that 2012 will see even more growth in outreach for all ages, new and creative worship, and a focus on equipping disciples of all ages to share in God's ministry in the world.

Other highlights of our life together are a strong Presbyterian Women's association, a yearly visit from an international ecumenical minister, and a strong connection to a denomination that is doing great things in the world.

Grosse Pointe Memorial Church is served by an outstanding staff of ministers and lay people.