Anointed · Established 1979

The Church is in This House.

"Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honor, and power, and might, be unto our God for ever and ever. Amen."

— Revelation 7:12

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★★★★★ 4.9 · 55 Google reviews · 45+ years anointed
Senior Pastor
Bishop Jerome Wilcox
Renowned Anointed Gospel Preacher
Sunday Morning Worship · 11:00 AM · Sunday School · 9:00 AM · Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer · 12 Noon

Our House · Since 1979

A prophecy that became a church

"The Church is in this House!"

— Mother Shirley Virginia Echols

In November of 1979, the Lord inspired the then-Elder Jerome S. Wilcox to establish a work for Him. Within a week, God proved Himself to His manservant by allowing him to procure the Mt. Ararat Primitive Baptist Church.

But before the church's inception, Elder Wilcox's mother — Mother Shirley Virginia Echols — was led by God to pray for his ministry. After prayer, she prophesied: "The Church is in this House!"

Over four decades later, that prophecy still stands. Through anointed preaching, aggressive outreach, and the moving of the Holy Spirit — countless families have been lifted in Trenton and beyond.

Grace Cathedral Fellowship Ministries
45+
Years of Anointing

Where We Gather

Worship With Us.

In-person at 1217 Rev S. Howard Woodson Jr. Way, or join the livestream from anywhere in the world. The Word goes out every week.

Sunday
The Lord's Day
Morning Glory8:00 AM
Sunday School9:30 AM
Morning Worship11:00 AM
Prayer / Tarry Service7:00 PM
Wednesday
Word & Prayer
Mid-Day Prayer12:00 PM
Bible Study12:00 PM
Livestream
Every Service
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All Welcome
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A Word from the Bishop

Bishop Jerome Wilcox.

Bishop Jerome Wilcox has shepherded Grace Cathedral Fellowship Ministries from its founding in 1979 — when it was a fledgling work in the building once known as Mt. Ararat Primitive Baptist Church — into the thriving, anointed congregation it is today. He is known throughout the region as a renowned anointed gospel preacher whose ministry has lifted countless families across the Trenton community.

"I am so glad that you took the opportunity to stop in and visit us. I pray that your life will be dramatically impacted by the ministry within these pages. It's a great opportunity to spread the Word to those you love. Christ is our message and souls are our mission."
RoleSenior Pastor
Anointed Since1979
The MissionSouls for Christ

Make a Joyful Noise

The Bishop's Choir.

The voice of Grace Cathedral — leading worship every Sunday and standing as one of the most beloved gospel choirs in the Trenton region. From traditional hymns to powerful contemporary praise, the Bishop's Choir lifts the name of Jesus week after week.

Hear Them Sunday Join the Choir

♪ The Heartbeat of Grace

Where anointed preaching meets anointed praise. Every Sunday at 11:00 AM, the Bishop's Choir leads our worship in spirit and in truth.

11:00
Every Sunday AM
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Songs of Praise

We Serve Trenton

Community Impact.

We humbly serve the Trenton community and surrounding areas with God's love, His message of Hope and Redemption, and tangible services that help families thrive.

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Local Outreach

Our church provides food and groceries to families in need throughout the city. No one in our community should go hungry.

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Clothing Drives

The gracious donations from our members go directly to families across the area for both summer and winter clothing drives.

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Education Programs

Job search assistance, rebuilding personal credit, and overcoming abuse — our staff has built programs that meet real-world needs.

Live Every Service

Worship From Anywhere.

Whether you're across the city, across the country, or across the world — the livestream brings the anointing to wherever you are. Worship with us in spirit and in truth.

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Sow Into the Kingdom

Give With a Cheerful Heart.

Your gifts power the outreach: the food drives, the clothing, the education programs, the livestream, and the preaching of the Word. Three simple ways to give, all secure.

"Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."

— 2 Corinthians 9:7

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1217 S. Howard Woodson Way
Trenton, NJ 08638

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Our Affirmation of Faith

What We Believe.

The Word of God is the foundation. Everything we preach, every prayer we lift, every soul we win — anchored in these nine truths.

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The Bible — We believe the Bible to be the inspired, only infallible, and authoritative Word of God.

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The Trinity — We believe there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Ghost.

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The Deity of Christ — We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, born of the virgin Mary, in His miracles, in His atoning death, bodily resurrection, ascension, and intercession.

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Salvation — The only means of being cleansed from sin is through repentance, faith in the precious blood of Jesus Christ, and being baptized in water.

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Regeneration — We believe regeneration by the Holy Ghost is absolutely essential for personal salvation.

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Divine Healing — We believe the redemptive work of Christ on the cross provides healing for the body in answer to believing prayer.

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Baptism in the Holy Ghost — According to Acts 2:4, given to believers who ask for it.

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Sanctifying Power — By whose indwelling, the Christian is able to live a holy, sanctified life in this world.

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The Blessed Hope — The rapture of the Church of God which is in Christ, at His return.

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The Body of Christ at Work

Leadership & Ministries.

From the Senior Pastor to every ministry chairperson and coordinator — the people God has called to serve at Grace Cathedral.

Office of the Senior Pastor
Senior Pastor
Bishop Jerome S. Wilcox
Founder · Anointed Gospel Preacher
The GCFM Official Board
Chair, Trustee Board
Trustee Janice W. Larmore
Church Administrator
Deacon Phillip L. Jackson, Jr.
GCFM Ministerial Council
President
Dr. Elder Leroy Whaley
Vice President
Elder Michele Jackson
Ministries & Auxiliaries
President
Minister Otis M. Rawls
Men's Ministry
President
Sister Jeanne M. Rawls
Women's Ministry
President
Minister Kyle L. Sanders
Youth & Young Adult
Vice President
Minister Melvin D. Hamilton, Sr.
Youth Ministry
Vice President
Sister Chanel A. Williams
Youth Ministry
Co-Coordinator
Elder Anna Marie Miller
Pastoral Care
Co-Coordinator
Sister Sharlene Williams
Pastoral Care
President
Sister Norma J. Cooper
Travel Ministry
GCFM Tract Ministry Coordinators
Coordinator
Sister Joyce L. Butler
Coordinator
Mother Alzada Gatling
Coordinator
Mother Juanita C. Thomas
Coordinator
Sister Lois Cooper

Our Foundation

The Original Thirteen.

November 25, 1979. Thirteen charter members. One Spirit-led prophecy: "The Church is in this House." This is how Grace Cathedral began.

The Inaugural Service

Charter Members.

The inaugural church service was held in the home of Elder & Missionary Wilcox on Sunday, November 25, 1979. The church was originally named Grace Cathedral First Born Church.

The thirteen charter members:

  • Elder Jerome S. Wilcox
  • Mrs. Mae E. Wilcox
  • Ms. Jeanne M. Wilcox
  • Mr. Russell Dean Carey, Sr.
  • Mrs. Mary Carey
  • + 8 founding members

From these thirteen, the family grew to more than 275 members and continues today.

A Rich Musical Heritage

Voices of Cathedral.

The music department was founded by Pastor Wilcox and his daughter Jeanne, who served as Minister of Music. The Voices of Cathedral first rendered music during worship on February 4, 1980 — and the choirs have grown ever since.

Voices of Cathedral

The founding choir — first sang February 4, 1980.

Grace Cathedral Mass Choir

The full-voice choir leading worship across major services.

Combined Youth Choir

Raising up the next generation of worship leaders.

Gospel Chorus

Carrying the gospel sound that defines Black church worship.

Male Chorus

The men of Grace Cathedral in song.

From the Congregation

4.9 ★ · 55 Reviews

The voice of those who have worshipped here, been changed here, and called Grace Cathedral their spiritual home.

★★★★★

The anointing on Bishop Wilcox is real. When he preaches, the Holy Spirit moves. Best church in Trenton, hands down.

— Member
★★★★★

I came once and never left. The choir, the preaching, the love of this church family — Grace Cathedral changed my life.

— Long-time Member
★★★★★

The outreach this church does for Trenton is unmatched. Food, clothes, jobs — they live the gospel out loud.

— Community Member

Find Us in Trenton

The House on Woodson.

1217 Rev S. Howard Woodson Jr. Way. Sunday morning starts with Sunday School at 9 — Worship at 11:00. Come as you are.

Sanctuary

1217 Rev S. Howard Woodson Jr. Way
Trenton, New Jersey 08638

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Contact

📞 (609) 396-5683
✉ info@gcathedral.org

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