David Swinney

David Swinney came to Grace Fellowship in the Fall of 2008. He also serves as the Director of Bands at The Donoho School in Anniston. Prior to coming to Grace Fellowship, Dave had served in full-time vocational ministry for about six years. He is originally from the small town of West Jefferson just outside of Birmingham, Alabama.  He received his Bachelor of Science degree in music education from Jacksonville State University and his Masters degree from the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.  Dave and his wife Lisa have three children, Abby, Erin, and Samuel.

A Message From Dave

At Grace Fellowship Community Church our desire is to glorify God through the use of biblically-based music. First and foremost we strive to choose music with Scriptural lyrics. We realize that music indoctrinates people. Paul says in Colossians 3:16 that we should teach and admonish one another in “psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs.” He encourages music in a corporate setting because it teaches and admonishes. It drives home a message like no other form of communication can.

Not only do we try to find Scriptural lyrics, but we also seek out arrangements that enhance participation. A worship service should include a great amount of audience participation. It should not be a spectator sport. The purpose of this time is to “set our minds on things above”.