EVENT CALENDAR
Find out what’s happening at FC and how you can get connected to our family community!
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
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 | 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).
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 | 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
Sutherlin | Kids Ministry Interest Luncheon
KIDS MINISTRY INTEREST LUNCHEON
August 6 | 12:30pm
Sutherlin Campus | Upper Auditorium
Curious if Kids Ministry is the place for you? Join us after service for a light lunch and an opportunity to hear what Kids Ministry is up to, where we currently have serving opportunities, and how you might fit on our awesome team! You bring your questions, and we'll bring you answers! No commitment is required.
REGISTER HERE (so we have enough food!)
For more information, contact Katrina: katrina.goddard@fcmail.org
Parenting Conference | Every Parent Wants to Know
EVERY PARENT WANTS TO KNOW
August 2 & 9 | 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Sutherlin Auditorium | $15/person ($25/couple)
This two-night event features streamed sessions taught by various known speakers on essential topics to parents, such as ages and stages, character, discipleship/faith at home, technology, and challenging issues in today's culture. Online pre-registration is required. Dinner is at 5:30pm, and the first session starts at 6pm. Limited childcare is available- please register online.
REGISTER HERE
For more information, contact Katrina: katrina.goddard@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | MC Summer Festival
MYRTLE CREEK SUMMER FESTIVAL
July 28 - 30 | 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
STELLAR VBX 2023
July 10 – 13 | 9:00am – 12:00pm
The Ark | Auditorium
Get ready for a summer adventure that is out of this world!!! At Stellar VBX, kids will discover how they can shine Jesus' love and hope in everyday life through incredible Bible-learning experiences kids can see, hear, touch, and even taste! Volunteers Needed!
For more information, or to sign up to volunteer, contact Sierra Harwood: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
VBX at the Ark is for kids ages 4 through 5th grade (recently completed).
Ark | Enlightened Summer Break
ENLIGHTENED SUMMER BREAK
July 9 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Ark | Elementary Classroom
Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Enlightened is going on break for the summer! Join us for a summer send-off party on Sunday, July 9. Bring a friend, a swimsuit & towel, and a snack to share!
For more information, contact Sierra: sierra.harwood@fcmail.org
Sutherlin | Family Worship
FAMILY WORSHIP SUNDAY
Every Second Sunday | Starting July 9
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
South Umpqua | Family Campout
FAMILY CAMPOUT
Thursday, June 22 – Saturday, June 24 | Honeyman State Park
Join us for a weekend for families to make memories and gain tools to help better disciple their kids of all ages. There will be a potluck-style dinner on Friday night.
Please register your entire family together.
For more info, contact Ryan Cripps: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
Sutherlin | VBX
STELLAR VBX 2023
June 19 – 22 | 9:00am – 12:00pm
Sutherlin Campus | Auditorium
Get ready for a summer adventure that is out of this world!!! At Stellar VBX, kids will discover how they can shine Jesus' love and hope in everyday life through incredible Bible-learning experiences kids can see, hear, touch, and even taste! Volunteers Needed!
REGISTER HERE (pre-registration required)
For more information or to volunteer, contact Katrina Goddard: katrina.goddard@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | Family Night
FAMILY NIGHT
Friday, June 16 | 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 …and Your Father – it will be a night to honor dads with a summer kick-off BBQ!
For more info, contact Ryan Cripps: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
South Umpqua | Family Night
FAMILY NIGHT
Friday, May 19 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Umpqua Campus
Mark your calendars for the third Friday of every month, where we will have themed nights of fun to help us become better equipped to disciple our kids in our own homes! This month’s theme is Honor Your Mother – it will be a night to honor moms and learn from their wisdom!
For more info, contact Ryan Cripps: ryan.cripps@fcmail.org
Sutherlin | Family Night
FAMILY NIGHT
Friday, May 5 | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE!
For more information, contact Katrina: katrina.goddard@fcmail.org