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Grace Baptist Church Des Moines

8601 Douglas Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322
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Quick Facts
Pastor — the shepherd God holds accountable Phil Winfield
Founded Unknown
Denomination Southern Baptist Convention (SBC)
Service Times Sundays 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM; Adults teaching 11:15 AM-12:00 PM
Men's Ministry No
Kids Ministry No
Website www.gracebaptistchurchdsm.org
10-Point Theological Scorecard
Christology
Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Scripture
Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?
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Caution
Men's Discipleship
Intentional formation for men?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Soteriology
Faith alone? How is salvation presented?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Gender / Biblical Design
Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
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Caution
Leadership Structure
Male elders/pastors? Accountability?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Preaching Style
Expository or topical/therapeutic?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Mission Clarity
Great Commission central?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Cultural Alignment
DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Accountability Structure
Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?
Not stated on available sources — verify in person.
Caution
Assessment
Grace Baptist Church Des Moines IA — Baptist Convention of Iowa (SBC affiliated). Pastor Phil Winfield. Two Sunday services plus adult teaching hour. Open Communion first Sunday monthly. Address confirmation needed (listed 8601 Douglas Ave). SermonAudio presence suggests expository preaching emphasis. BCI (Baptist Convention of Iowa) listing is a positive SBC indicator. Needs further verification on men's/kids ministry.
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  1. [1] Live source gracebaptistchurchdsm.org

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Last reviewed: 2026-05-16 — Annual review recommended
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