Join us this Sunday

9:30 AM - Sunday School

10:30 AM - Morning worship

6:00 PM - Evening worship

F.A.Q.

What is your worship service like?

Our service follows a historic, reverent liturgy centered on God’s Word. We read Scripture, sing psalms and hymns, confess our sins, hear Christ preached, and receive the means of grace together as God’s people.

What should I wear?

You’ll find a range of attire—from casual to more traditional Sunday dress. We simply encourage you to come as you are and join us in worship.

How long is the service?

Our worship service typically lasts about 75–90 minutes, allowing time for prayer, Scripture, singing, and the preaching of God’s Word.

What translation of the Bible do you use?

Our pastors typically preach from the ESV, though we welcome you to bring any faithful translation of Scripture.

What if I’m new to Christianity or exploring the faith?

You are very welcome here. We’re glad to walk with you, answer questions, and help you understand what we believe about the gospel, the Bible, and the hope we have in Christ.

I have young children, what should I expect?

Your children are welcome at Grace. We love having kids in worship, and we also provide safe, age-appropriate nursery care and Children’s Church. Please relax and enjoy your time with us—little ones wiggle and squawk, and that’s okay. Your children are a gift to the church, and we want to welcome, encourage, and bless your whole family.

Our Philosophy of Worship

At Grace Presbyterian Church, worship is first and foremost about bringing glory and honor to our Triune God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Each Lord’s Day He calls us into His presence, speaks through His Word, assures us of forgiveness in Christ, and nourishes us by His Spirit. In response, we offer our prayers, praise, and thanksgiving.

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What we believe

Bible

We believe the Bible is the inspired, infallible Word of God. It contains everything necessary for faith and life, revealing how to live in right relationship with God and others. It is our ultimate authority in all matters of belief and practice. (2 Timothy 3:16-17)

God

There is one God who eternally exists in three Persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Each is equal in essence and worthy of the same love, honor, and obedience. (Mark 12:29; Matthew 28:19)

Jesus Christ

Jesus is fully God and fully man—the only Mediator who restores our broken relationship with God. Through His life, death, and resurrection, He offers salvation to all who trust in Him. (John 14:6; Acts 4:12)

Holy Spirit

The Holy Spirit is God, living and active within believers. He guides us into truth, empowers us for holy living and service, and produces Christlike character in our lives. (John 16:7-14; Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 6:17)

Humanity

Every person is created in God’s image and worthy of dignity, love, and respect. Yet all have turned away from God and are separated from Him until restored by His grace in Christ. We flourish when our hearts and lives center on Him. (Genesis 1:27; Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:1)

Salvation & Restoration

Salvation begins when the Holy Spirit renews our hearts and we trust in Jesus alone. God promises not only to redeem His people but also to restore creation to perfect beauty and joy—where there will be no more death, mourning, or pain. (John 1:12-13; Romans 8:18-30; Revelation 21:1-8)

Faith & Obedience

Good works cannot earn God’s favor, but they naturally flow from genuine faith. Obedience to God’s commands leads to true freedom and flourishing, showing us what it means to be fully alive in Him. (Ephesians 2:8-9; James 2:17)

Church

The Church is God’s family—those who trust in Jesus and gather regularly to worship, serve, and share His love. God calls every believer to belong to a local church that reflects His grace to the world. (Acts 2:42-47; Hebrews 10:24-25)

Our Leadership

Rhett Dodson

Senior Pastor

Rhett Dodson

Senior Pastor

Rhett Dodson serves as the senior pastor of Grace Presbyterian Church and is married to his wife, Theresa. They came to Grace in July 2010 after Rhett had previously served as both an associate pastor and a seminary professor. Rhett became a Christian as a teenager and later studied at Bob Jones University, where he earned a B.A. and M.A. in Bible, followed by a Ph.D. in Old Testament Interpretation. His doctoral dissertation focused on Discerning Truths of Holiness: The Theology and Message of Leviticus 11–15, and he also pursued studies in apologetics at Westminster Theological Seminary.

Rhett has written several books, including his Banner of Truth titles Every Promise of Your Word and Marching to Zion, along with other works such as Unashamed Workmen, What a Mighty Triumph, and The Lord’s Supper.

Gregg Gorzelle

Elder

Gregg Gorzelle

Elder

Gregg grew up in a secular home and was saved by the grace of God during college. While Gregg’s church background encompasses everything from a mega church to an OPC church plant with only 40 members, he has been associated with Grace since 2015 when his wife became Pastor Dodson’s assistant. Looking back, Gregg is convinced that from that day it was, in God’s providence, only a matter of time before they became members of Grace. They love to call Grace their church home and he is humbled to be able to serve God’s people and the church.

Mark Bailey

Elder

Mark Bailey

Elder

Mark grew up in Dayton, Ohio, graduated from Lima Christian Academy in 1977, and earned a degree in secondary education from Bob Jones University in 1981, later completing a BSEE from Ohio Northern University in 1987. He began his engineering career at Westinghouse in Lima, later working for Sundstrand and TRW/Lucas Aerospace, and now serves with Safran in Twinsburg. Mark and his wife, Val, began attending Grace Presbyterian Church in 2003, where their three children—Matt, Nate, and Leah—were baptized. He was ordained as a Ruling Elder in 2006, served until 2013, returned to active service in 2019, and currently serves as Clerk of Session.

Mike Scott

Elder

Mike Scott

Elder

Mike graduated from The Ohio State University in 1977 and is married to Susan Scott (nee Wagner). Mike and Susan have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. They joined the PCA denomination in 1998 in St Louis, Missouri, following a lifelong  membership in the PC USA. Mike and Susan have been members of Grace Presbyterian Church since 2009 when they returned to northeast Ohio to be close to family and where both were born and raised. Mike retired in 2019 following a 40 year career in corporate finance and banking.

Tim Miller

Elder

Tim Miller

Elder

Tim was raised in the Missouri Synod Lutheran Church as a child, and he gave his life to the Lord Jesus while at college in 1972. Since becoming a Christian, he has been involved in Bible study and has actively participated in church responsibilities. Over the past 50 years, he has served as a Bible Study leader, and Sunday School teacher. In various churches, he has served on church councils leading the board of elders, stewardship committees, and evangelism committees. Since moving to Hudson, he has participated in a weekly men’s Bible study, serving as discussion leader since 2011. Also since 2011, he and his wife, Rhonda, have been active in International Friendship Connection befriending international students at Kent State University. They have mentored students from around the world with several committing their lives to Christ. At Grace, he has enjoyed teaching Sunday School and continues to reach out to international students.

Todd E. Ranney

Director of Music

Todd E. Ranney

Director of Music

Dr. Todd E. Ranney has performed in more than 100 operatic productions throughout the Midwest with companies such as Michigan Opera Theater, Cleveland Opera, Des Moines Metro Opera, Opera Iowa, and the Ohio Light Opera, singing roles including Figaro, Don Giovanni, Papageno, Marcello, and Sharpless. He has appeared as a soloist with the Cleveland Orchestra and the symphonies of Dayton, Akron, Lakeside, Wooster, and the Cleveland Pops. Dr. Ranney serves as Associate Professor of Voice and Opera at Mansfield University of Pennsylvania, is the founding Artistic Director of Akron Lyric Opera Theatre, and has directed and performed extensively throughout the region. In addition to his academic and professional work, he is the music director and organist at Grace Presbyterian Church and collaborates with his wife, Catherine Robison–Ranney, in their joint choral and theatrical work.

Jon Neubrander

Deacon

Jon Neubrander

Deacon

Mark Gidley

Deacon

Mark Gidley

Deacon

Jeffery Gifford

Deacon

Jeffery Gifford

Deacon

Steven Wilson

Deacon

Steven Wilson

Deacon

David Jensen

Deacon

David Jensen

Deacon

Mike Samblanet

Deacon

Mike Samblanet

Deacon