Fall Connect Groups
🤝 Find Your Place to Connect This Fall
We all long for deeper connection — with God and with the people around us. This fall, Connect Groups are returning to Emmanuel Faith Community Church, and now is the perfect time to find your group!
Beginning September 13th, Connect Groups will gather throughout the fall alongside EFCC's new Honest to God sermon series. These sermon-based discussion groups are designed to help you build authentic relationships, share life together, and grow deeper in your faith.
Group sign-ups are happening now!
❓ Exploring the Questions Jesus Asked
Throughout the Gospels, Jesus asked more than 300 questions. He didn't ask because He needed information. His questions invited people to think, examine what was happening beneath the surface, and experience genuine transformation.
This fall's Honest to God series will explore some of Jesus' most soul-searching questions — and what they can reveal about our own hearts and relationship with God today.
Connect Groups give us the opportunity to take those Sunday conversations deeper. Together, we'll discuss what we're learning, wrestle with meaningful questions, encourage one another, and discover how Jesus continues to transform our lives.
📅 Fall Connect Group Details
🗓️ September 13 – November 4
📍 Emmanuel Faith Community Church
Wednesday evening groups meet during KidsClubs and student ministry programs, making it easier for the whole family to get connected at the same time.
Can't make Wednesdays? No problem! Connect Groups will also be available at other times throughout the week.
👨👩👧👦 There's a Place for Your Kids, Too!
Wednesday nights aren't just for adults! While you're connecting with your group, EFCC offers programs designed specifically for kids and students.
Programs are available for infants through 6th grade, Junior High, and High School students, giving your kids an opportunity to learn about Jesus, build friendships, and have fun while you're participating in your Connect Group.
KidsClubs for infants through 6th grade require pre-registration, so be sure to register your children when signing up for your group.
📖 Take the Conversation Home
EFCC has also created an Honest to God Study Guide to accompany the sermon series and Connect Group discussions.
Copies will be available in the Worship Center and Chapel lobbies on Sundays for a suggested donation of $10. The guide is designed to help you continue engaging with the questions and themes from the series throughout the week.
🙌 Don't Do Life Alone — Get Connected!
Whether you're brand new to Emmanuel Faith, have attended for years, or simply want to take another step toward deeper community, there's a place for you in a Connect Group.
You don't have to already know everyone. You don't have to have all the answers. Just come ready to connect, share life, and grow together.
Sign-ups are happening now, so find your place and join us this fall!
👉 CLICK HERE to learn more about Connect Groups and find a group
📅 CLICK HERE for Fall Connect Groups event details
August 26th Is Event-Filled!
🎉 Something for Everyone at Emmanuel Faith on August 26!
Wednesday, August 26, is going to be a big night at Emmanuel Faith!
From practical teaching and family fun to the return of our weekly student programs, there are opportunities for nearly every age and stage to connect, grow, and have a great time together.
Whether you’re coming with young kids, sending a Jr. High or High School student, or joining us for the final Summer Seminar of the season, mark your calendar and make plans to be at EFCC!
🏡 The Art of Neighboring
Wednesday, August 26 | 6:30–8:00 PM | Chapel
Our Summer Seminar Series wraps up with The Art of Neighboring, an interactive, practical, and fun workshop led by the Emmanuel Faith Outreach Team and volunteers.
What does it really mean to be a good neighbor—and what does that look like as followers of Jesus? Through stories, ideas, and practical resources, we’ll explore ways to get to know the people around us, build genuine community, and live on mission right where God has placed us.
You’ll leave with practical next steps that you and your family can take together to love your neighbors well.
👉 CLICK HERE for The Art of Neighboring details
💦 Family Water Night
Wednesday, August 26 | 6:30–8:30 PM
Cool off. Have fun. Make memories!
Kids through 6th grade and their families are invited to an action-packed Family Water Night featuring water slides, jump houses, a dunk tank, snow cones, and more!
Bring your lawn chairs, invite another family to join you, and come ready for a fun summer evening together at Emmanuel Faith.
👉 CLICK HERE for Family Water Night details
🙌 Junior High Wednesday Nights Are Back!
Wednesday Nights | 6:30–8:00 PM
Summer break is coming to an end, and our regular Junior High Wednesday Night program is returning!
Junior High students are invited to reconnect with friends and leaders for an evening of fellowship, games, worship, and growing together in their relationship with Jesus.
Whether you’ve been part of Junior High for years or you’re walking through the doors for the first time, there’s a place for you here!
👉 CLICK HERE to learn more about Junior High at Emmanuel Faith
🔥 High School Wednesday Nights Return!
Wednesday Nights | 6:30–8:00 PM
High School students are also invited back for the return of HSM Wednesday Nights!
These weekly gatherings are a place for students to experience authentic community, meaningful worship, in-depth Bible teaching, and relationships with friends and trusted leaders who want to help them grow in their faith.
New to HSM? This is a great night to jump in, meet some people, and find your place!
👉 CLICK HERE to learn more about High School Ministry at Emmanuel Faith
📅 One Wednesday. So Many Ways to Connect.
Whatever season of life your family is in, August 26 is a great night to be at Emmanuel Faith.
Come learn how to love your neighbors well, bring the kids for some summer fun, or help your Jr. High and High School students kick off another season of Wednesday night community.
Invite a friend, bring the family, and we’ll see you Wednesday night, August 26th, at 6:30pm! 🙌
Summer Seminar Series
📚 Grow Your Faith This August at Our Summer Seminar Series
What if just one evening could strengthen your family, your marriage, your faith, or the way you love your neighbors?
Join us this August for Emmanuel Faith's Summer Seminar Series—a collection of engaging Wednesday evening seminars designed to provide practical, biblical wisdom for everyday life. Whether you're a parent, married, single, or simply looking to grow in your walk with Christ, these evenings will encourage, equip, and inspire you.
Each seminar begins at 6:30 PM in the Chapel and features practical teaching, meaningful discussion, and biblical insight on topics that matter.
🗓️ Summer Seminar Schedule
📅 Wednesday, August 5
👨👩👧 What I Wish My Parents Knew
Gain practical encouragement and biblical wisdom for navigating the challenges and joys of parenting in today's world.
📅 Wednesday, August 12
💍 Marriage: From Surviving to Thriving
Discover how healthy communication, intentional love, and Christ-centered principles can strengthen and enrich your marriage.
📅 Wednesday, August 19
🎶 All-Church Worship Night
Take a break from the busyness of life and join us for an evening of worship, prayer, and seeking God together as a church family. This event will be in the Worship Center.
📅 Wednesday, August 26
🏡 The Art of Neighboring
Explore practical ways to love and serve the people God has placed around you, living out your faith in everyday relationships.
🙌 Something for Everyone
These seminars are designed for every stage of life and offer practical, biblical teaching you can immediately apply to your everyday relationships, family, and faith journey.
Invite a friend, bring your spouse, or come with your Life Group as we learn, grow, and encourage one another together this August.
📍 Join Us This August!
Mark your calendars and don't miss this opportunity to invest in your spiritual growth while connecting with others in our church community.
🌐 CLICK HERE for complete Summer Seminar details and event information.
Beach Day & Baptisms
🌊 Beach Day & Baptisms at Emmanuel Faith
Summer is here, and one of our favorite church traditions is right around the corner!
Join us for our annual Beach Day & Baptisms — a special opportunity to enjoy a fun day at the beach, connect with your church family, celebrate life change through baptism, and worship together by the ocean. Whether you're considering baptism yourself or simply want to come support and celebrate with others, this is a day you won't want to miss.
☀️ A Day of Fun, Fellowship & Faith
We'll gather at Oceanside Harbor for a relaxing day at the beach with friends, families, and people from across the EFCC community. Bring your beach chairs, towels, sunscreen, and your favorite beach games as we enjoy time together by the water.
We’ll join together earlier in the day at Oceanside Harbor near the large gazebo by lifeguard stand 16, which is next to the playground and sand volleyball courts, for a fun family beach time. Then in the evening, we’ll enjoy a time of dinner, worship and baptisms in the ocean.
Beach Day is a great opportunity to invite friends, meet new people, and enjoy the beauty of God's creation while building community with others.
✝️ Celebrate Baptisms in the Ocean
One of the highlights of the evening is our time of ocean baptisms.
Baptism is a public declaration of faith and a powerful step of obedience in following Jesus. As people share their stories and step into the water, we'll celebrate together as a church family and rejoice in what God is doing in their lives.
If you've been considering baptism, this could be the perfect opportunity to take that next step in your faith journey.
🎶 Dinner, Worship & Community
As the evening continues, we'll gather for dinner, enjoy worship together, and celebrate baptisms along the shoreline. There's something uniquely special about worshiping God with the sound of the ocean in the background and witnessing lives being transformed through faith in Christ.
Whether you're new to Emmanuel Faith or have been attending for years, Beach Day & Baptisms is a wonderful opportunity to connect, celebrate, and make lasting memories together.
📅 Event Details
📍 Oceanside Harbor (Near the large gazebo by lifeguard stand 16, which is next to the playground and sand volleyball courts)
🗓️ Wednesday, June 24
⏰ Baptism Celebration: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
🌊 All-Church Beach Day, Dinner, Worship & Ocean Baptisms
🙌 Join Us at the Beach!
Come enjoy a beautiful day by the ocean, celebrate baptisms, worship together, and experience community with your church family.
🌐 CLICK HERE to learn more about Beach Day & Baptisms.
Meet-Ups
☀️ Stay Connected This Summer With Meet-Ups
Real people, real fun — there’s a spot waiting for you.
This summer, have a great time while staying connected with your church family.
Meet-Ups are simple, fun ways to gather with people from the church around shared interests and everyday activities. Whether you enjoy sports, crafts, family nights, creative hobbies, or just spending time with others, there’s something for everyone.
Meet-Ups are all about building community in natural, meaningful ways — creating space for friendships, encouragement, and connection.
🤝 What Are Meet-Ups?
Meet-Ups are casual gatherings hosted by people within the EFCC community who want to connect around shared interests and activities.
Some Meet-Ups may focus on:
⚽ Sports & outdoor activities
🎨 Arts & crafts
👨👩👧 Family gatherings
☕ Coffee & conversation
🎲 Games & hobbies
🌮 Food & community nights
There’s no pressure — just opportunities to meet new people, deepen friendships, and enjoy life together this summer.
🌍 Find a Meet-Up — or Start One
Whether you’re looking to join an existing group or have an idea for something you’d love to host, we’d love for you to be part of it.
Summer Meet-Ups are open to all ages and stages of life, and they’re a great way to stay connected and engaged throughout the whole year.
🙌 Get Connected This Summer
Don’t spend the summer disconnected — take a step toward community, conversation, and fun. There’s a place for you here.
🌐 CLICK HERE to explore Meet-Ups or suggest one of your own
SENT
📣 SENT: Learning to Live Your Faith Out Loud
You’re not just called to follow Jesus — you’re called to help others follow Him, too.
But how do you actually live that out without it feeling forced, awkward, or difficult?
SENT is a four-week, hands-on experience designed to help you share your faith naturally, confidently, and authentically in your everyday life.
The good news of Jesus is too good to keep to yourself — and this is your opportunity to learn how to share it in ways that truly connect.
🙌 What Is SENT?
SENT is more than a class — it’s a practical, community-driven experience that will help you move from simply thinking about evangelism to actually living it out.
Through teaching, discussion, and real-life application, you’ll learn how to:
• Build meaningful relationships
• Share your story with confidence
• Talk about Jesus in natural, everyday conversations
• Take real steps of obedience in your faith
Pastor Ryan will kick things off, along with teaching from John Mark Comer and other trusted voices — but this isn’t just about information. You’ll be challenged to put what you learn into practice.
🤝 Designed for Real Life
We know that sharing your faith can feel intimidating or even uncomfortable. SENT is designed to cut through that fear and remove the awkwardness.
You’ll learn in a supportive environment, have honest conversations, and grow alongside others who are on the same journey — all while discovering how to live your faith out in ways that feel genuine and impactful.
📅 Event Details
🗓️ Wednesday Nights
📍 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
April 22, 29 & May 13, 20
This four-week cohort is a great opportunity to take a meaningful next step in your faith and grow as a disciple-maker.
🚀 Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you’ve ever wondered how to share your faith more naturally, this is for you. Come be part of a community that’s learning to live on mission — right where God has placed you.
New 'Follow' Series
👣 Follow: A New Sermon Series at Emmanuel Faith
What does it really mean to follow Jesus?
Not just believe in Him — but walk with Him daily, grow alongside others, and live on mission in every part of life.
Our new sermon series, Follow, is an invitation into a deeper journey of discipleship — learning to follow Jesus in community and on mission. It’s rooted in Jesus’ simple, life-changing call: “Follow Me.”
📖 A Journey of Discipleship
At Emmanuel Faith, we define a disciple as someone who is following Jesus in community on mission. That’s the heart behind this series — not just gaining knowledge, but experiencing real transformation that shapes how we live, love, and relate to others.
This journey reflects the disciple DNA we hope to grow in every believer:
D – Daily time with God: creating space to be with Jesus.
N – Nurtured in community: growing alongside others.
A – Active on mission: joining Jesus in His work where we live, work, learn, and play.
Our prayer is that through this series you would encounter Jesus afresh, grow confident in your identity as His beloved, and experience lasting spiritual growth that overflows into every area of life. One of the best ways to live this out is by walking alongside others — learning, praying, and growing together in community.
CLICK HERE to learn more about Connect Groups and find a place to grow in community
🤝 Built for Community
This journey was never meant to be walked alone.
Discipleship isn’t a solo project — it flourishes in relationships. Whether through Connect Groups, friendships around the table, or conversations within our church family, we grow best when we walk together.
You’ll hear encouragement throughout this series to stay engaged, ask honest questions, and take intentional steps toward spiritual growth. The goal isn’t perfection — it’s progress. God is already at work in you, and He invites you to participate in what He’s doing.
🕊️ Make Room for God to Work
This series invites us into a slower, more intentional rhythm with Jesus — one marked by daily time with Him, consistent community, and a willingness to respond when He calls us to grow.
As we follow Jesus together, we believe the Holy Spirit meets ordinary people who make simple, consistent room for Him. We pray that you’ll experience fresh courage, renewed faith, and a deeper desire to reflect Christ in your homes, workplaces, schools, and neighborhoods.
🎧 Ready to Begin the Journey?
Whether you’re new to church, new to faith, or have been following Jesus for years, this series is for you.
🎙️ CLICK HERE to watch or listen to the Follow sermon series
Connect Groups at EFCC
🌟 Get Connected with Connect Groups at EFCC!
It’s time to grow deeper — in your faith and in community!
At Emmanuel Faith, we know life is better together. That’s why we’re excited about Connect Groups — weekly gatherings where you can build authentic friendships, talk through the Scriptures, and share life with others on the journey.
Whether you’re new to Emmanuel Faith or have been part of our church family for years, Connect Groups are a welcoming place to belong, grow, and flourish alongside others who love Jesus.
📅 What Are Connect Groups?
Connect Groups are sermon-based discussion groups that meet in smaller settings throughout the week — including Wednesdays — so you can go deeper with God and connect with others in meaningful community.
🗓️ Wednesdays, January 28 – March 11
📍 Various times and locations available
👶 Kid programs available during Wednesday nights (pre-registration required)
You can explore all group options, schedules, and details here:
👉 CLICK HERE to learn more about Connect Groups
👶 Have Kids?
If you join one of our Wednesday night Connect Groups, your kids have a place too! From infants to high schoolers, our KidsClubs and student ministries offer fun, safe, and age-appropriate environments where your children can learn about Jesus and build friendships.
Pre-registration is required for Wednesday night children’s programs.
👉 CLICK HERE to view kids programs and registration info
❓ Frequently Asked
Do I need study materials?
Yes, we've created a custom workbook to go along with the series, the Follow Study Guide. You can pick up a copy in the Worship Center or Chapel lobby on Sunday for a suggested donation of just $8.
👉 CLICK HERE for more details
Are groups only on Wednesdays?
No — groups meet throughout the week at various times, making it easy to find one that fits your schedule.
🙌 Ready to Join a Group?
🤝 CLICK HERE to sign up for Connect Groups
👶 CLICK HERE to register your kids for Wednesday night KidsClubs
🗣️ Want to Go Even Deeper?
Stay spiritually encouraged and connected through our current teaching series.
🎙️ CLICK HERE to view the current sermon series and watch online