EVENT CALENDAR
Find out what’s happening at FC and how you can get connected to our family community!
The Ark | Family Gingerbread House Competition
FAMILY GINGERBREAD HOUSE COMPETITION
December 15 | After Service
The Ark Auditorium | $5 per family
Gather your family and join our friendly gingerbread house competition! The house with the most votes will win a prize. The goal of the day is to work together and have some fun as a family. The event will include a light lunch and a small relational lesson. Please sign up everyone in your group together so we know how many groups we will have!
THE LAST DAY TO REGISTER IS DECEMBER 13
For more information, contact Sierra: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | Trunk or Treat
TRUNK OR TREAT
Thursday, October 31 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm
MSK True Value | Parking Lot
Join us for a FREE, fun afternoon of collecting candy car-to-car!
SERVING OPPORTUNITY: We need candy and/or your trunk! Park your vehicle, set up some fun (non-scary) decorations, and hand out candy to the kids.
(no registration is needed to attend the event, just if you are volunteering!)
For questions or more info contact Ryan Cripps: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
The Ark | Trunk or Treat
TRUNK OR TREAT
Wednesday, October 30 | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Ark | Parking Lot
Join us for a FREE, fun afternoon of collecting candy car-to-car!
SERVING OPPORTUNITY: We need candy and/or your trunk! Park your vehicle, set up some fun (non-scary) decorations, and hand out candy to the kids. Prizes will be awarded to the best-decorated trunks and best-costumed volunteers!
No registration is needed to attend the event, just if you are volunteering!
For questions or more info contact Sierra: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
Sutherlin | Child Dedication
CHILD DEDICATION
Sunday, October 13 | During Services
This is for parents who want to publicly dedicate their child(ren) to the Lord during a weekend worship service.
For more info, contact Pastor Jeremy: jeremy.fultz@fcmail.org
The Ark | Pray for Me
PRAY FOR ME
Sign up by October 6
We're looking for prayer champions to partner with the next generation throughout the 2024/2025 school year. The Pray for Me Campaign is rooted in the truth that God uses his Word, his people, and prayer to change the world. This ministry creates a vast web of intergenerational relationships and equips adult believers to pass on a lasting faith to the next generation.
Use the button (1) if you want to become a prayer champion, (2) if you are a student and want to be prayed for, OR (3) if you are a parent and you want to sign up your children/students to be prayed for.
For more information, contact Charles Vincent: charles.vincent@fcmail.org
The Ark | Enlightened Returns
ENLIGHTENED RETURNS
September 15 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Ark | Elementary Classroom
Enlightened will be starting back up for the school year. Join us for the first Enlightened of the season on Sunday, September 15. Bring a friend, and come ready for some fun! Enlightened is for all Kindergarten - 5th grade kids and meets every first and third Sunday from 6:00pm - 7:30pm in the Elementary Classroom at the Ark (411 Safari Road, Winston).
For more information, contact Sierra: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
Sutherlin | Kids Night
KIDS NIGHT
Wednesday evenings, beginning September 11 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sutherlin Campus | Pre-K - 5th Grade
Kids Night is back with team games, worship, prizes, Bible lessons, small groups, and special events!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Contact Jaqui: jaqui.beecroft@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | School Supply Drive
SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE
May 19 - August 25
This summer, we are collecting school supplies for the kids and teachers of Myrtle Creek Elementary. Here is a list of items that the school needs: Pencils, colored pencils, Crayola crayons, pencil sharpeners, black and blue pens, large erasers, and rulers. Drop off your donated items in the lobby and we will deliver them on the first week of school!
For more info, please contact Pam: pam.alden@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | Summer Festival
MYRTLE CREEK SUMMER FESTIVAL
July 25 - 27 | Millsite Park
Family Church is hosting a booth at the Myrtle Creek Summer Festival! Join us for a ton of fun. We will have activities for kids and students, a craft station, and water and popsicles.
Events like these are an excellent opportunity to volunteer and serve our community!
Contact Ryan for more info: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
The Ark | VBX
SCUBA VBX 2024
July 15 – 18 | 9:00am – 12:00pm
The Ark | Auditorium
Send your kids on a splash-tastic adventure! At Scuba VBX, kids dive into friendship with God. Scuba is filled with awesome Bible-learning experiences kids can see, hear, and touch! Hands-on experiences, team-building games, unforgettable Bible songs, and tasty treats are just a few of the standout activities that will help their faith flow into real life. Register online, and we'll 'sea' you there!
Volunteers Needed - register online!
For more information, contact Sierra Harwood: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
VBX at the Ark is for kids ages 4 through 5th grade (recently completed).
Sutherlin | VBX
SCUBA VBX 2024
July 8 – 11 | 9:00am – 12:00pm
Sutherlin | Auditorium
Send your kids on a splash-tastic adventure! At Scuba VBX, kids dive into friendship with God. Scuba is filled with awesome Bible-learning experiences kids can see, hear, and touch! Hands-on experiences, team-building games, unforgettable Bible songs, and tasty treats are just a few of the standout activities that will help their faith flow into real life. Register online, and we'll 'sea' you there!
Volunteers Needed - register online!
For more information, contact Katrina Goddard: katrina.goddard@fcmail.org
Sutherlin VBX is for kids ages 4 through 4th grade (recently completed).
The Ark | Enlightened Summer Break Party
ENLIGHTENED SUMMER BREAK PARTY
Sunday, June 2 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Ark | Elementary Classroom
Enlightened is going on summer break! Join us at our last Enlightened night of the school year for pizza, ice cream/popsicles, and games. We will block off our parking lot, so bring skates, boards, and scooters! Helmets and protective gear will be required to ride.
For more info, contact Sierra: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
The Ark | Egg Hunt
EGG HUNT
Easter Sunday | After Service
Join us for an egg hunt after church! Multiple areas will be set out by age group, so all kids can get a chance to get in on the fun!
Want to help out? We need small, fully-wrapped candies (no foil wrappers, please)! They can be dropped off at our campus between now and March 24.
For more info, contact Sierra: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | Spring Break Lunches
SPRING BREAK LUNCHES
March 25 - 29 | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
MC Elementary & Meadowlark Apartments
Family Church will serve FREE lunches for community kids (0-18) during Spring Break! Food will be prepared at the South Umpqua campus from 10am to 12pm and served in two locations from 12pm to 1pm: Myrtle Creek Elementary and Meadowlark Apartments.
Events like these are an excellent opportunity to volunteer and serve our community. In addition to food prep and serving, we have pull tabs in the South Umpqua campus lobby for food donations.
Contact Ryan for more info: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR VOLUNTEERS ONLY.
You do not need to sign up to receive free lunches!
Sutherlin | Child Dedication
CHILD DEDICATION
Sunday, March 17 | During Services
This is for parents who would like to publicly dedicate their child(ren) to the Lord during a weekend worship service.
For more info, contact Pastor Jeremy: jeremy.fultz@fcmail.org
The Ark | Family Worship Service
FAMILY WORSHIP SERVICE
First and third Sundays
The Ark | Auditorium
On the first and third Sunday of each month, the PreK - 5th grade students will join their families in church for musical worship, and then be released to class afterward. Here is how it will work:
Check-in kids normally
Join as a family in the Auditorium
Participate in worship together
Kids will be released to class afterward
For more information, contact Sierra: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
The Ark | Family Worship Service
FAMILY WORSHIP SERVICE
First and third Sundays, starting January 7
The Ark | Auditorium
On the first and third Sunday of each month, the PreK - 5th grade students will join their families in church for musical worship, and then be released to class afterward. Here is how it will work:
Check-in kids normally
Join as a family in the Auditorium
Participate in worship together
Kids will be released to class afterward
For more information, contact Sierra: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | All-Church Christmas Party
ALL-CHURCH CHRISTMAS PARTY
Friday, December 15 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Umpqua Campus
Mark your calendars for the third Friday of every month, where we will have themed fun nights to help us become better equipped to disciple our kids in our own homes! This month’s Family Night is an ALL-CHURCH Christmas Party!
For more info, contact Ryan Cripps: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
Sutherlin | Kids Ministry Interest Meeting
KIDS MINISTRY INTEREST MEETING
December 10 | 12:30pm
Sutherlin Campus | Upper Auditorium
Curious if Kids Ministry is the place for you? Join us after service to hear what Kids Ministry is up to, where we currently have serving opportunities, and how you might fit on our fantastic team! You bring your questions, and we'll get you answers! No commitment is required.
For more information, contact Jaqui: jaqui.beecroft@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | Family Night
FAMILY NIGHT
Friday, November 17 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Umpqua Campus
Mark your calendars for the third Friday of every month, where we will have themed fun nights to help us become better equipped to disciple our kids in our own homes! This month’s theme is all about being thankful for what God has done and looking back on a year of blessings!
For more info, contact Ryan Cripps: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
Sutherlin | Family Night
FAMILY NIGHT
Monday, November 6 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sutherlin Campus | Auditorium
Family Night is an opportunity to build relationships and empower parents of preschool- 5th graders to be their children's spiritual disciplers through intentional activities such as Bible lessons, family projects, family devotions, and take-home projects. There will also be fun games, snacks, and giveaways!
REGISTER HERE (last day to register is November 5)
For more information, contact Jaqui: Jaqui.Beecroft@fcmail.org
The Ark | Trunk or Treat
TRUNK OR TREAT
Sunday, October 29 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Ark | Parking Lot
Join us for a FREE, fun afternoon of collecting candy car-to-car!
SERVING OPPORTUNITY: We need candy and/or your trunk! Park your vehicle, set up some fun (non-scary) decorations, and hand out candy to the kids. Prizes will be awarded to the best-decorated trunks and best-costumed volunteers!
REGISTER HERE (no registration is needed to attend the event, just if you are volunteering!)
For questions or more info contact Sierra: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | Trunk or Treat
TRUNK OR TREAT
Sunday, October 29 | 4:00pm - 6:00pm
South Umpqua Campus | Parking Lot
Join us for a FREE, fun afternoon of collecting candy car-to-car!
SERVING OPPORTUNITY: We need candy and/or your trunk! Park your vehicle, set up some fun (non-scary) decorations, and hand out candy to the kids.
REGISTER HERE (no registration is needed to attend the event, just if you are volunteering!)
For questions or more info contact Ryan Cripps: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
Sutherlin | Trunk or Treat
TRUNK OR TREAT
Saturday, October 28 | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Sutherlin Campus | Parking Lot
Join us for a FREE, fun afternoon of carnival games, bounce houses, hayrides, and collecting candy car-to-car!
SERVING OPPORTUNITY: We need candy and/or your trunk! Park your vehicle, set up some fun (non-scary) decorations, and hand out candy to the kids. Prizes will be awarded to the best decorated trunks! Can't do a trunk? We have other roles to fill as well.
REGISTER HERE (no registration is needed to attend the event, just if you are volunteering!)
For questions or more info, contact Jaqui Beecroft: Jaqui.beecroft@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | Love and Logic
LOVE AND LOGIC PARENTING CLASS
Wednesdays, September 20 - October 11 | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
The Cripps’ | 333 Gallahad Loop, Myrtle Creek
Do you want to raise self-confident, motivated children ready for the real world? Let us help equip you with loving yet powerful tools for parenting children of all ages. This five-week class will give you practical tips to help you set and enforce limits with compassion and empathy while allowing your children to make decisions, make affordable mistakes, and experience both natural and logical consequences. Childcare is provided!
REGISTER HERE (last day to register is September 19)
For more info, contact Ryan: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
The Ark | Enlightened Fall Kick-Off
ENLIGHTENED FALL KICK-OFF
September 17 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Ark | Elementary Classroom
Enlightened will be starting back up for the school year. Join us for the first Enlightened of the season on Sunday, September 17, from 6:00 - 7:30pm. Bring a friend, and come ready for some fun! Enlightened is for all Kindergarten - 5th grade kids and meets every first and third Sunday from 6:00pm - 7:30pm in the Elementary Classroom at the Ark (411 Safari Road, Winston).
For more information, contact Sierra: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | Family Worship
FAMILY WORSHIP SUNDAY
The last two Sundays of the month
South Umpqua Campus | Auditorium
On the last two Sundays of each month, the 1st - 5th grade students will join their families in church for musical worship, and then be released to class afterward. Here is how it will work:
Check-in kids normally
Join as a family in the Auditorium
Participate in worship together
Kids will be released to class afterward
For more information, contact Ryan: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | Family Night
FAMILY NIGHT
Friday, September 15 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Umpqua Campus
Mark your calendars for the third Friday of every month, where we will have themed fun nights to help us become better equipped to disciple our kids in our own homes! This month’s theme is worship!
For more info, contact Ryan Cripps: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
Sutherlin | Family Worship
FAMILY WORSHIP SUNDAY
Every Second Sunday
Sutherlin Campus | Auditorium
On the second Sunday of each month, the 1st - 5th grade students will join their families in church for musical worship, then be released to class afterward. Here is how it will work:
Check-in kids normally
Join as a family in the Auditorium
Participate in worship together
Kids will be released to class afterward
For more information, contact Katrina: katrina.goddard@fcmail.org
Sutherlin | Kids Night
KIDS NIGHT
Wednesday evenings, beginning September 6 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Sutherlin Campus | Pre-K - 5th Grade
Kids Night is back with team games, worship, prizes, Bible lesson, small groups, and special events!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Contact Katrina: katrina.goddard@fcmail.org
Sutherlin | Family Worship
FAMILY WORSHIP SUNDAY
Every Second Sunday
Sutherlin Campus | Auditorium
On the second Sunday of each month, the 1st - 5th grade students will join their families in church for musical worship, then be released to class afterward. Here is how it will work:
Check-in kids normally
Join as a family in the Auditorium
Participate in worship together
Kids will be released to class afterward
For more information, contact Katrina: katrina.goddard@fcmail.org