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.
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
Christmas Concerts
🎄 Emmanuel Faith Christmas Concerts!
The Christmas season is a special time at Emmanuel Faith, and we’re excited to welcome you to our 2025 Christmas Concerts! These inspiring performances blend powerful music, meaningful storytelling, and a message of hope that points us back to the miracle of Jesus’ birth. Whether you’re continuing a beloved tradition or joining us for the first time, we’d love for you to celebrate with us.
To view the full event details, CLICK HERE to visit the official Christmas Concerts page.
📅 2025 Christmas Concert Schedule
Join us on Saturday, December 13th and Sunday, December 14th for four beautiful performances:
✨ Saturday, December 13
- 2:00pm
- 5:00pm* (Childcare + Kids Program Available • Live Stream)
✨ Sunday, December 14
- 2:00pm
- 5:00pm
No ticket or invitation is required to attend. Just come, bring your family and friends, and enjoy the celebration!
👶 Special Kids Program (Saturday 5pm Only)
The Saturday, December 13th – 5:00pm performance includes a special program for infants through 6th grade, featuring:
- Fun Christmas activities
- A time of cookie decorating
- Dedicated care and programming designed just for kids
🎁 Please note: Children’s programs are only available at the Saturday 5pm concert.
📺 Watch the Concert Online
Can’t attend in person, or want to share the experience with someone far away? The Saturday 5pm concert will be live streamed.
To watch online, CLICK HERE.
🎄 More Christmas Events at Emmanuel Faith
The Christmas Concerts are just one part of a full season of joyful gatherings, worship opportunities, and family-friendly events. To explore everything happening this Christmas, CLICK HERE to visit the Emmanuel Faith Christmas page.
⭐ Continue the Journey With Us
As we celebrate the Christmas season together, we’re also walking through our current sermon series, The Journey of Christmas. Throughout Scripture, the story of the first Christmas is filled with movement—Mary visiting Elizabeth, Mary and Joseph traveling to Bethlehem, shepherds hurrying from the fields, and Magi crossing nations in search of a newborn King.
This December, we’re following their footsteps. Each week, we’re exploring the sacred paths that led ordinary people straight to the wonder of the manger—and discovering how God is still leading us today. No matter where you’re coming from or what road you’re on, we invite you to journey with us toward the peace, hope, and wonder found in Jesus.
To follow along with the series or catch up on past messages, CLICK HERE.
Heaven: Series & Seminar
Exploring Heaven: Series Recap + Live Q&A Seminar
For several weeks this year, we explored what heaven really means—its beauty, its promise, and how it changes the way we live today. Through Pastor Ryan’s Heaven series and our special Heaven Seminar & Q&A, we discovered together that heaven isn’t just our future hope—it’s a truth that shapes how we live right now.
🕊️ Heaven Series Highlights
- Heaven and the New Earth: A biblical picture of restoration, not escape—of a renewed creation where God dwells with His people.
- Living with Eternal Perspective: How the hope of heaven impacts our daily life, faith, and mission.
- Jesus, the Way to Heaven: The centrality of Christ’s resurrection and promises in shaping our eternal hope.
- What Happens After Death: The Bible’s teaching on resurrection, judgment, and everlasting life with God.
🎤 What the Heaven Seminar Covered
At the live seminar, Pastor Ryan responded to real questions from our church community, such as:
- Will we recognize our loved ones in heaven?
- What about people who haven’t heard the Gospel?
- Will heaven be physical or spiritual?
- Is there a difference between “heaven” and the “new earth”?
He also clarified common misconceptions and grounded the answers in Scripture—drawing from passages like Revelation 21, 1 Corinthians 15, and more. The tone was both biblical and pastoral, offering encouragement and hope for the future God has promised us.
📺 Watch the Seminar
Missed the event? You can watch the full seminar recording below:
🙏 Final Thoughts
The hope of heaven isn't just about the future—it's a truth that empowers us to live with purpose today. As we await the full restoration of all things, let’s keep our hearts rooted in God’s promises and our lives aligned with His eternal kingdom.
📚 Want to Go Deeper?
If you’d like to revisit or catch up on the full Heaven message series, CLICK HERE to watch the Heaven Sermon Series.
Or, if you’d like to connect with others and explore God's word together in community, CLICK HERE to find a Life Group.
Fall Launch
Fall Launch at EFCC: Classes, Groups & Programs
Fall is almost here, and we’re excited to kick off another incredible season of connection, growth, and discipleship here at Emmanuel Faith Community Church!
Here’s your guide to what’s happening this fall across our ministries—whether you're looking for a place to belong, grow deeper in your faith, or find support, there’s something here for you.
➡ Register at efcc.org/kids
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Junior High Info: efcc.org/jh
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High School Info: efcc.org/hsm
Midweek programs resume September 3.
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First Wednesday of each month – All-church prayer nights
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Quarterly Worship Nights – Dates on the Events page
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Women’s Retreat – Coming soon!
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Grief Share Class – Tuesdays, 9/2–11/18
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Cancer, Chronic Illness, Parkinson’s, and Inner Healing Support
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Marriage & Pre-Marital Classes, Divorce Care
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Set Free Ministries for addiction recovery
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Freedom in Christ – Thursdays, 9/4–11/20
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Apologetics – Thursdays, 9/4–11/13
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Sunday ABF Groups – Details at efcc.org/classes
See the full calendar at efcc.org/events. Let’s grow together this fall!
In His Way, with His Heart.