Sid moved to Cleburne in 1964 and became a member of Granbury Street. He married Sherry in 1973, and they were blessed with a son and a daughter. He began serving as a deacon in 1975, and was installed as an elder in December 1996.
Welcome to Our Congregation
Loving God & Loving Others
ABOUT THE CHURCH OF CHRIST
The church of Christ is not Catholic, Protestant, nor Jewish in nature. Neither is it nondenominational in the typical sense of that word. Rather, the church of Christ is undemoninational. We do not seek to be part of the religious world that partitions itself off in man-made division, nor do we wish to simply absorb people from various religions by offering generic doctrine, social programs and hierarchical leadership. Instead, we seek to abandon all of the barriers to unity that exist by appeals to men and their creeds and appeal only to the Bible about all matters of doctrine and practice, trusting in it as the inspired source of all that pertains to life and godliness (2 Pet. 1:3).
WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU VISIT
The church of Christ strives to be a ‘visitor friendly’ church. Since many of our members were at one time visitors themselves, we know how it feels on a first visit. We make it our goal to be the friendliest church you have ever visited. We aim to treat others the way we want to be treated, like Jesus said (Matthew 7:12).
You’ll receive a warm greeting and find assistance to locate your class or your children’s classrooms. Please come in and find a comfortable seat for Bible Study and worship service. You will not be singled out, made to stand, encouraged to give any ‘testimony,’ or in any other way made to feel embarrassed. The services are simple, reverent, practical, Bible-based, Christ-centered, Heaven-bound and meaningful.
When you visit, you will meet people who, just like you, sincerely want to follow the teachings of the Bible and please God with their lives. You’ll find that every sermon and class is based on the Bible (2 Timothy 3:16-17). In fact, members and visitors are urged to bring their own Bibles and follow along. We still strive to do Bible things in Bible ways, and to call Bible things by Bible names-nothing more or nothing less. We seek to exalt Christ in our songs, prayers, sermons, and lives (Colossians 1:18). An air of hope fills the church as we think of the beautiful promise of heaven for God’s faithful children (Revelation 21:1).
The Lord’s Supper is observed each Sunday. The church of Christ observes the communion every week, just as we are commanded and led in example by New Testament teachings. (cf. Acts 20:7). It is one of the highlights for the week to commemorate Christ’s death and celebrate His promised return.
We hold beautiful singing that is done by all. The whole congregation sings a capella (without mechanical instruments), just as they did in New Testament times (Ephesians 5:19; Colossians 3:16). Visitors may sing along or simply listen. Many first-time visitors comment on how beautiful the singing is. Some say they find it easier to focus on the song’s meaning since the words are more easily understood than with musical accompaniment.
We have free materials for all ages. You will find free booklets, pamphlets, tracts, and back issues of publications displayed in the entrance areas. These are free to any member or guest. Often there will be study materials distributed during Bible classes and worship services. A personal home Bible study (open Bible or video) is available for those who want to know more. If there is a need you have and cannot seem to find it, please ask and we will do our best to acquire it for you!
This is the place for everyone. Christ’s church is made up of all kinds of people (1 Corinthians 12:1; Galatians 3:27-28). You will find members of all ethnicities, educational backgrounds, and economic levels feel comfortable in our services. We mean it when we say, ‘Everybody is welcome.’
We place a high emphasis on family and Bible study. The church of Christ places importance on Bible school attendance and study for all ages. We know a Biblical education for our children is very important, and it is our God-given responsibility to assist parents in teaching them about their origin, purpose, and destiny. They should come to know their Creator, Redeemer, Lord, and Savior early in life (Ecclesiastes 12:1; Matthew 19:14). They have been born into a mixed-up world, so we try to ground them in the simple truth so they will know how to discern “good from evil” in all matters.
So bring your Bible and come for that visit you’ve been thinking about. We’ll save you a seat. See you soon!
Our Leadership
Elders
Associate Minister & Elder
Pat McIntosh
Pat McIntosh has been preaching the gospel since 1989. He is a graduate of Brown Trail School of Preaching (1989), earned a Bachelor of Arts from Southern Christian University (SCU)(1995), Master of Science (1998), Master of Divinity (2001), and a Doctorate in Ministry (2006) all from SCU. Brother McIntosh has done further extensive graduate work towards a PhD from SCU.
He has served as minister for churches in Texas and Alabama. He served as Assistant Director of Extension Studies for the Bear Valley Bible Institute of Denver from 2001-2009. He then served as an instructor and Dean of Students for Brown Trail School of Preaching in Bedford, TX 2009-2015. Pat is now serving as the Academic Dean at World Bible Institute, and as an associate minister here at Granbury St.
Elder
Kenneth Helm
Kenneth was raised in Wingate, Texas and married Glenda in 1962. They were blessed with two daughters. They moved to Cleburne in 1976 where he has taught many classes over the years. He was installed as an elder in 2002.
Elder
Jackie Mayden
Jackie was raised in Plainview, Texas. He is a graduate of the Sunset School of Preaching (1978). He and his wife, Jane, came to Cleburne around 1984. They were blessed with two daughters. He was asked to serve as an elder in 2023.
Elder
Clark Lehtinen
Clark was raised in Honey Grove, Texas and married Deborah in 1973. They were blessed with three sons. They became members at Granbury Street in 2004 and he was asked to serve as an elder in 2007.
Deacons
Deacon
Vince Grinnell
Responsibilities include planning for and working with the youth and their parents. Asked to serve as a deacon in 2002.
Deacon
Ryan Cowan
Responsibilities include overseeing the education department and the training of the teachers. Asked to serve as a deacon in 2015.
Deacon
Lowell Taylor
Deacon
Justin Hewlett
Responsibilities include overseeing the finances and budget. Asked to serve as a deacon in 1985.
Deacon
Cody Grinnell
Deacon
Andrew Randig
Preachers
Minister
John Haffner
John Haffner grew up in Trenton, TX. He and his wife, Hanna, were married in 2012. They have been blessed with two sons. John has been preaching the gospel since 2008. He is a graduate of the Southwest School of Bible Studies and has served as preacher for congregations in East Texas and in Southwest Texas. He has worked on Summer series and at camps numerous times. John has also worked with World Video Bible School to create online Bible study material. John is now serving as the minister for the Granbury Street church of Christ in Cleburne, TX.
Associate Minister & Elder
Pat McIntosh
Pat McIntosh has been preaching the gospel since 1989. He is a graduate of Brown Trail School of Preaching (1989), earned a Bachelor of Arts from Southern Christian University (SCU)(1995), Master of Science (1998), Master of Divinity (2001), and a Doctorate in Ministry (2006) all from SCU. Brother McIntosh has done further extensive graduate work towards a PhD from SCU.
He has served as minister for churches in Texas and Alabama. He served as Assistant Director of Extension Studies for the Bear Valley Bible Institute of Denver from 2001-2009. He then served as an instructor and Dean of Students for Brown Trail School of Preaching in Bedford, TX 2009-2015. Pat is now serving as the Academic Dean at World Bible Institute, and as an associate minister here at Granbury St.















