Harvest Party 2026
🍂 Get Ready for Harvest Party 2026!
One of our favorite fall traditions is almost here! The Harvest Party returns to Emmanuel Faith Community Church on Saturday, October 24, and we can’t wait to welcome families from all across Escondido and San Diego County for an unforgettable evening together.
Gather the family, invite your friends and neighbors, and join us for a night filled with rides, games, food, candy, live music, and plenty of fall fun!
🎡 Big Fun for Kids — And the Whole Family!
Our Harvest Party attractions and tickets are designed for children ages 2 years old through 6th grade. They’ll have an evening packed with fun, including:
🎡 Amusement Rides
🎯 Carnival Games
🍬 Lots of Candy
🎟️ Fun Activities & Attractions
Come hang out, enjoy live music, grab dinner from one of the food trucks, pick up some snacks and treats, and enjoy a beautiful fall evening with family, friends, and our community. 🍂🎶
📅 Save the Date!
🗓️ Saturday, October 24, 2026
🕠 5:30–9:00 PM
📍 Emmanuel Faith Community Church
639 E. 17th Ave.
Escondido, CA 92025
The Harvest Party is one of our biggest community events of the year, and we’d love to have your family join us!
🎟️ How Do Event Tickets Work?
We’ve made it easy! Tickets are only needed for children ages 2 years old through 6th grade who will be participating in the rides, games, and attractions.
The tickets are $10 each and come with a hot dog dinner and a variety of treats, including cotton candy, popcorn, and caramel apples. Adults and kids older than 6th grade are welcome to attend without purchasing an event ticket. They may purchase the same food with a separate Meal Ticket, also for $10.
Both ticket types are available for purchase now at Emmanuel Faith, but there’s no need to worry if you don’t purchase them ahead of time. Most families simply purchase tickets for their children or meal tickets when they arrive at the event. We also will have ample, free parking with easy access.
👨👩👧👦 Bring the Family — And Invite Your Friends!
Harvest Party is about more than rides and games. It’s an opportunity to spend time together, connect with friends and neighbors, and welcome our community to Emmanuel Faith.
If you know another family looking for something fun to do this fall, invite them to come with you! Whether Emmanuel Faith is already your church home or you’ve never visited before, we’d love to have you join us.
🍂 We’ll See You at the Harvest Party!
Visit our official Harvest Party page for complete event information and everything you need to know before you arrive.
🎟️ CLICK HERE FOR HARVEST PARTY 2026 DETAILS!
Invite your friends, bring the family, and we’ll see you at Harvest Party 2026! 🎡🍂
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.
VBS 2026
🌟 All Aboard for VBS 2026: Illumination Station! 🚂💡
Get ready for one of the most exciting weeks of the summer!
This July, kids are invited to hop aboard Illumination Station, Emmanuel Faith’s Vacation Bible School, for an unforgettable week filled with fun, friendship, worship, games, crafts, and hands-on learning as we discover who Jesus really is and what it means that He is the Light of the World. Based on John 8:12, this year’s VBS will help kids shine a light on the truth of Jesus through engaging activities and meaningful experiences they'll remember long after summer ends.
🚂 What Is Illumination Station?
At Illumination Station, kids will spend each morning exploring God’s Word through exciting activities designed just for them.
Throughout the week, children will enjoy:
🎵 Energetic worship and music
🎨 Creative crafts and hands-on projects
🏃 Fun games and activities
📖 Engaging Bible teaching
🤝 New friendships and lasting memories
✨ Opportunities to learn more about Jesus and grow in their faith
VBS is designed for children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade this fall, making it a perfect summer experience for elementary-aged kids.
☀️ Event Details
📅 July 27–31, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Daily
📍 Emmanuel Faith Community Church
💲 Only $40 per student
Every day is packed with excitement, learning, and opportunities for kids to experience the love of Jesus in a fun and welcoming environment.
💛 Why Families Love VBS
VBS is more than just a summer activity—it's a place where kids build friendships, grow in confidence, learn biblical truths, and make memories that often last for years.
At Emmanuel Faith, our Children's Ministry is passionate about creating engaging environments where kids can experience God's love through worship, activities, small-group connections, and age-appropriate teaching.
Whether your child has attended VBS before or this will be their very first year, Illumination Station promises to be a week filled with joy, laughter, and meaningful moments.
🙌 Join Us This Summer!
Spaces fill quickly, and we would love for your family to be part of this incredible week.
🚂💡 CLICK HERE to learn more and register for VBS 2026!
Summer Camps
☀️ Summer Camps at Emmanuel Faith
Summer is coming — and it’s one of the most impactful times of the year for our students!
EFCC Summer Camps are an incredible opportunity for Junior High and High School students to step away from the normal routine and experience meaningful growth, deep friendships, and unforgettable moments with God.
Whether it’s their first time or something they look forward to every year, camp is where lives are changed, faith is strengthened, and community is built.
🏔️ High School Summer Camp (Hume Lake)
Our High School students will head to Hume Lake in the Sierra Mountains from June 14-20 for a powerful week filled with worship, teaching, outdoor adventure, and connection.
This is more than just a getaway — it’s a chance for students to unplug, refocus, and grow deeper in their relationship with God alongside their peers and leaders.
From lake activities and recreation to meaningful small group conversations and powerful evening sessions, Hume Lake creates an environment where students can encounter God in a real and lasting way.
👉 CLICK HERE for High School Camp details
🌊 Middle Summer Camp (Hume SoCal)
Our Junior High students will experience an exciting and engaging week at Hume SoCal, near Big Bear from July 19-25, designed specifically for their age group.
This camp is packed with fun, energy, and intentional moments where students can grow in their faith, build friendships, and feel connected to a supportive community.
Through games, activities, worship, teaching, and small groups, students will be encouraged to take steps in their faith in a way that feels both fun and meaningful.
👉 CLICK HERE for Middle School Camp details
🙌 Why Camp Matters
There’s something special about stepping away from everyday life and creating space to hear from God. Camp gives students the opportunity to grow spiritually, build strong friendships, and return home with a renewed sense of purpose and confidence in their faith.
Many students point to camp as a defining moment in their journey — and we believe this summer can be just as impactful.
🚀 Don’t Miss It
Spots fill up quickly, and we would love for your student to be part of what God is going to do this summer.
🌐 CLICK HERE for full camp details and registration information
Easter at Emmanuel Faith
🌅 Celebrate Easter at Emmanuel Faith
Step Into Hope This Easter!
Join us with your family at Emmanuel Faith Community Church as we gather together to remember and celebrate the hope, joy, and new life found in Jesus.
Whether Easter is a long-standing tradition for you or you’re simply exploring faith, you are welcome here. Come experience authentic worship, an encouraging message, and a community that’s excited to celebrate with you.
✝️ Good Friday Service
Join us as we reflect on the significance of the cross and the love of Christ this Good Friday.
Friday, April 3rd
🕖 Noon (In The Worship Center)
🕖 6:30 PM (In The Worship Center)
*Children’s programs will not be available at either Good Friday service.
🌄 Easter Weekend Services
Celebrate the resurrection with us during one of our Easter services. Each service includes uplifting worship and a message centered on hope and new life.
Saturday, April 4th
🕔 5:00 PM – Modern Service
Children’s programs available (Infants – 6th Grade)
Sunday, April 5th
🕢 7:30 AM – Classic Service (Worship Center)
*Children’s programs will not be available at the 7:30am service.
🕘 9:00 AM
Classic Service – Worship Center
Modern Service – Chapel (Video Venue)
Children’s programs available (Infants – 6th Grade)
🕥 10:45 AM
Modern Service – Worship Center
En Español Service – Chapel
Children’s programs available (Infants – 6th Grade)
🕥 Noon
En Español Service – Chapel
*Children’s programs will not be available for this service.
👨👩👧👦 What to Expect
• Uplifting live worship music
• An encouraging Easter message
• A welcoming and casual environment
• Safe and fun kids programs
• A place where everyone is welcome
Services are about 65-70 minutes, making it easy to attend with family or invite a friend.
📍 Plan Your Visit
Emmanuel Faith Community Church is located at the corner of E. 17th Ave. and Encino Drive, just over the hill from Juniper Elementary School. If you’re new, we have designated parking in our main lots for newcomers.
Emmanuel Faith Community Church
639 E 17th Ave
Escondido, CA 92025
🙌 Join Us This Easter
We would love for you to be part of this special weekend as we celebrate the hope and new life found in Jesus. Invite your friends, bring your family, and come experience Easter with us!
Annual Garage Sale
🛍️ Annual Church Garage Sale: Shop for a Cause
It’s time for one of our favorite annual traditions!
Our Emmanuel Faith Annual Missions Trips Garage Sale is back — and every purchase helps send our High School and Young Adults on their summer missions trips.
This is more than just a sale. It’s an opportunity to support the next generation as they step out in faith to serve, share the Gospel, and make a difference around the world.
📦 Donation Drop-Off Dates
Tuesday, March 3rd: 9:00am – 6:00pm
Wednesday, March 4th: 3:00pm – 8:00pm
Thursday, March 5th: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Your donated items help fuel mission work and create real impact. Thank you for giving generously!
🛒 Garage Sale Hours
Friday, March 6th: 6:00am – 12:30pm
Saturday, March 7th: 6:00am – 12:30pm
Come early for the best finds and invite your friends and neighbors!
✅ Items We’re Receiving
Clothing
Shoes
Furniture
Sports & Fitness Equipment
Bikes
Jewelry
Books
Movies, DVDs, CDs
Toys
Children’s Furniture
Camping Equipment
Appliances
Cutlery & Kitchen Supplies
Art
Decor & Design Supplies
🚫 Items We’re Not Receiving
No Bedding
No Carpet
No Drapes
No Consumable Items (Lotions, Soaps, Deodorants, etc.)
No Underwear or Undergarments
No Swimsuits
No Tourist Trinkets
🌍 Support Summer Missions
Every donated item and every purchase helps send our students and young adults out on mission this summer. Thank you for partnering with us to invest in the next generation and expand God’s Kingdom beyond our walls.
❤️ CLICK HERE for full event details and updates
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