Meet Our Founders: Gordon and Mary Crosby

Gordon Cosby

Gordon Cosby was a young Baptist minister whose vision of church came in response to his service as a chaplain in World War II. As he preached and talked with young soldiers, many who would die imminently, he began to dream of a church that would prepare members to live lives fully committed to Christ, to one another, and to the world.

For some months after the war the dream evolved in the hearts and minds of Gordon, Mary and others close to them and in October of 1947, the first members made their initial commitment. Nine were received into membership that day. The church that came into being has become a beacon of light and love reaching out through its vast array of ministries to make a vital difference within the city of Washington and to inspire individuals and other churches in their ministries to the world.

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Gordon also authored By Grace Transformed

Mary Cosby

Mary Cosby, through its history has been an interpreter of the church to groups throughout the country. She is a gifted speaker, teacher, retreat leader--an inspirer of others. Her personal warmth and charm and deep spirit convey to others the core of the gospel message and she invites others to participate in ever deepening levels to the faith and work to which thy are called. Mary and Gordon have worked n partnership from the inception of the church, through its changes and growth across the years. Her interpretation of what is happening here is vital and far reaching, prophetic in depth and scope.