Upcoming Events
CIY Registration Deadline
If your student is interested in attending CIY this summer, now is the time to get them registered! Spots can fill up quickly, and we need to have our headcount secured. Register by October 2 to guarantee your student’s spot.
CIY MIX: Current 5th–8th Grade
June 7–11, 2027 | Roach, MO
CIY MOVE: Current 8th–12th Grade
July 5–10, 2027 | Holland, MI
Harvest Hootenanny & Chili Cookoff
Come hang out with us for an evening of fall fun at our Harvest Hootenanny!
Join us Saturday, October 10th from 4–7 PM for a Chili Cook-Off, bonfire, s’mores, and plenty of time to enjoy our church community. Bring the whole family and come hungry!
🌶️ Think you’ve got the best chili in the church? Enter the Chili Cook-Off and put your recipe to the test! Sign up to compete and see if your chili can take home the title.
No need to register to attend. Just come ready for a fun evening together!
Operation Christmas Child Pack the Shoe Box
Join us as we pack Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes together! Everyone is welcome to be part of this special opportunity to share the love of Jesus with children around the world.
Throughout VBS, we collected donations to fill shoeboxes with gifts and necessities. Now it’s time to put those donations to work! We’ll gather together to sort the items, pack the shoeboxes, and pray over the children who will receive them.
Come help us turn the generosity of our VBS families into shoeboxes filled with gifts, hope, and the love of Jesus.
Monday, October 12
10:30 AM
Everyone is welcome!
Life Size Clue
Everyone’s a suspect! 🔎
Join us for one of our favorite Underground events of the year, Life-Size Clue! We’ll start the night with dinner, but somewhere along the way, something tragic will happen. Then it’s up to you and your friends to follow the clues, question the suspects, and solve the crime!
Come dressed for the occasion because we’ll also have prizes for the best costumes!
Grab your friends, bring your best detective skills, and see if you have what it takes to crack the case.
Sunday, November 1 | 5–7 PM
Youth 6th–12th Grade
Dinner Provided
Turkey Games
Get ready for a night of food, fun, friends, and faith at the Underground Turkey Games!
Join us for a night of silly games, friendly competition, and plenty of laughs as we celebrate Thanksgiving together. Dinner will be provided, including chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes & gravy, corn, and a roll.
Come hungry, bring your game face, and be ready to compete! You won't want to miss this fun night!
Sunday, November 22
5:00–7:00 PM
6th–12th Grade
Dinner Provided
Fall Cookout
Join us for our Fall Cookout on Sunday, September 13, right after service! Come enjoy good food, great conversation, and time together as we welcome the fall season. Whether you’ve been part of SJCOC for years or you’re brand new, everyone is welcome! We’d love to have you join us!
Kickoff Tailgate Party
Join us as we cheer on the St. Joseph-Ogden Spartans at their first home game of the season! Bring a snack to share and stop by our tent outside the fence near the east parking lot. We'll be enjoying fellowship, great conversation, and cheering on the Spartans together. Everyone is welcome, and we'd love for you to join us!
Emerald Crossing VBS
Step into the Emerald Crossing Adventure! ☘️
Get ready for an unforgettable week at Emerald Crossing VBS, where kids will set out on an Irish themed adventure through the beautiful landscapes of Psalm 23. Designed for kids entering Kindergarten through 6th grade (26/27 school year), this four night experience will help kids discover what it means that the Lord is our Shepherd and how He lovingly guides and cares for us each day.
Be sure to register early!
The first 50 kids to register will receive a special prize
All kids registered by June 5th will receive a VBS-themed t-shirt and bag
Summer in the Street - Cookout & Water Day
Summer in the Street wraps up with our annual Cookout & Water Day on Sunday, June 28! Join us on Sherman Street at 10 AM for worship, fun, food, and activities for the whole family. Stick around after service for a cookout, water activities, and the awesome 21ft Wild Rapids Water Slide! Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs, invite some friends, and get ready for an unforgettable summer Sunday!
Summer in the Street - Donuts & Dads
Donuts & Dads is happening Sunday, June 21 during Summer in the Street! Join us on Sherman Street at 10 AM for worship, fun, and fresh donuts as we celebrate all the amazing dads in our lives. Come dressed like your dad for some extra laughs and don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs!
Movie on the Lawn
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and join us for a fun night under the stars at Movie on the Lawn. Admission is free and open to all ages. We’ll have concessions available for purchase, with all proceeds helping send our youth to CIY this summer. Bring your family, invite your friends, and enjoy a great evening of community and a movie on the big screen!
Summer in the Street - Dress from the 90s
Summer in the Street is back for Summer 2026! Join us every Sunday in June at 10 AM on Sherman Street for worship, fun, food, and activities for the whole family. Bring your lawn chairs, invite some friends, and stick around after service each week for something special!
🎉 June 14 – Dress From the 90s
Break out the flannel, overalls, windbreakers, and scrunchies as we throw it back with a fun 90s-themed Sunday.
Summer in the Street - La Paloma Food Truck
Summer in the Street is back for Summer 2026! Join us every Sunday in June at 10 AM on Sherman Street for worship, fun, food, and activities for the whole family. Bring your lawn chairs, invite some friends, and stick around after service each week for something special!
☀️ June 7 – La Paloma Food Truck
La Paloma Food Truck will be back serving lunch after service, so don’t forget to bring some money and enjoy a delicious meal with us.
CIY Garage Sale Fundraiser
Come shop our CIY Garage Sale and support a great cause! All proceeds from the sale will go toward helping our youth students attend CIY this summer.
We’ll have a wide variety of items available, so be sure to stop by and see what treasures you can find!
Sale Hours:
Thursday: 4:00–7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Want to Donate?
We gladly accept donations! Items can be dropped off at the church in the fellowship hall during the following times:
Sunday, May 3: 11:30 AM–5:30 PM
Monday, May 4: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
Thank you for supporting our students and helping make CIY possible!
Hymn Sing
You’re invited to our Hymn Sing! Join us for a time of worship through traditional hymns, sung together with friends, family, and neighbors. Come enjoy an evening of music, encouragement, and community as we focus our hearts on God through song. All are welcome!
Easter Sunday
Celebrate the hope and joy of Easter with us! Join our church family for a meaningful Easter service as we remember the resurrection of Jesus and the new life we have in Him. Come experience uplifting worship, an encouraging message, and a warm, friendly community. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Good Friday Service
Come to the Table for a special communion service as we gather in reflection and worship.
#WhereIsHe Reverse Egg Hunt
Join us for our annual #WhereIsHe Reverse Egg Hunt – a fun, interactive adventure for families with kids 12 and under!
Using a special map and clues, your family will search for yards with hidden eggs in 5 different colors. But here’s the twist—you’re not collecting eggs, you’re returning them!
How It Works:
✅ Find the hidden eggs using your map.
✅ Track down the bunny with the matching basket color.
✅ Exchange your egg for a stamp on your passport.
✅ Once you've collected all 5 colored stamps, turn your passport in at SJCOC to collect your prize!
This is a family-friendly event that gets everyone involved in a fun and meaningful way.
IF: One Night
IF: One Night is a virtual women’s conference experienced together in person at SJCOC. This year’s theme, For Such a Time as This, is drawn from Romans 13:11–12 and invites us to wake up, step into the moment God has placed us in, and live with purpose and hope.
The conference will be live-streamed from 6:00–10:00 PM, with doors opening at 5:15 PM. Dinner will be ready upon arrival so you can enjoy a meal and fellowship before the conference begins.
This registration is for an in-person event at SJCOC, where we will watch the virtual conference together.
Valentine's Day Parents Night Out
Valentine’s Day Parent’s Night Out 💕
Enjoy a worry-free evening out while we take care of the kids! Drop your children off with us from 6:00–9:00 PM for a fun-filled night of dinner, games, and activities in a safe and welcoming environment. Kids of all ages are welcome, and they’re sure to have a great time with friends.
This event is a fundraiser for our youth group, helping send our students to CIY this summer. A $40 per family suggested donation is appreciated and goes directly toward supporting our youth.
Enjoy your Valentine’s evening knowing your kids are having fun—and supporting a great cause! ❤️
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Join us for a heartwarming night filled with peace, hope, and joy! Let the soft glow of candlelight, uplifting carols, and a message of love fill your heart as we celebrate the wonder of Christmas.
Blue Christmas Service
Come find hope and comfort in a gentle, reflective service designed to bring peace during the holiday season.
Cocoa & Carols
Come watch the Lighted Christmas Parade with us! We will have hot cocoa and sing carols by the fire beginning at 5:30. The parade starts at 6PM.
Turkey Bowling
Turkey Bowling Night 🦃🎳
Get ready for our 2nd Annual Turkey Bowling Event! It’s going to be a night full of fun, laughter, and a little bit of friendly competition for all students in 6th–12th grade. Join us as we bowl with frozen turkeys and see who can score the best strike!
We’ll also have a cozy fire, roast hot dogs, and make gooey s’mores together. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind event that’s sure to be a highlight of the season!
Dessert Fellowship with Jolee Paden
Join us for an evening of desserts and fellowship as Jolee shares about her ministry. Jolee, who grew up right here in our church community, now serves as the FCA Regional Director of International Advancement in Washington, D.C.
Ladies' Friendsgiving Dinner
Ladies, join us at 6:30pm for Friendsgiving! Come enjoy a night filled with gratitude, laughter, and friendship. Bring your favorite Thanksgiving side dish, one that holds a special place in your heart, and the recipe to share with others.
Life Size Clue
🔍 Life Size Clue: A Mystery Evening for Youth (6th-12th Grade)
Step into a night of suspense, intrigue, and delicious pasta! 🍝 Join us as we kick off the evening with a pasta bar, but beware, during dinner something tragic will occur. It’s up to you and your friends to solve the crime in this thrilling, life-size twist on the classic Clue game.
Prizes await for the best costumes! Don’t miss your chance to crack the case and enjoy an unforgettable night of mystery, fun, and friends.
Bring your friends, sharpen your wits, and get ready for a night you won’t forget! 🕵️♂️🕵️♀️
Harvest Hootenanny
Join us at Maxey’s Barn for an evening of food, fun, and fellowship at our 4th Annual Harvest Hootenanny! Enjoy a cozy bonfire, delicious BBQ with smoked meats, gooey s’mores, games for all ages, and plenty of laughter and connection. This is a night you won’t want to miss. Bring your family and friends and celebrate the season with us!
Ivan Parker
We’re excited to welcome Ivan Parker back for a special evening of music and ministry! This free concert is open to everyone. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for a time of uplifting worship and encouragement. During the concert, a love offering will be collected to support Ivan’s ministry. Come and be blessed by this unforgettable night of gospel music.
Back to Church Sunday Service & Cookout
Whether you’ve been away from church for a while, are looking for a fresh start, or are simply curious—Back to Church Sunday is the perfect time to come check us out! You’ll experience a welcoming community, uplifting worship, and a message of hope.
After service, stick around for a cookout and a time of fun, food, and fellowship. It’s a great way to meet new people and feel at home.
Already part of our church family? This is your chance to invite a friend, neighbor, or co-worker who doesn’t currently have a church home. Let’s share the love and welcome others with open arms.
No pressure. No dress code. Just a place where you belong.
We can’t wait to see you there!
SJCOC Kickoff Tailgate Party
Join us Friday, September 5 at 6:45 PM at the SJO High School football field for food, fellowship, and fun as we cheer on the Spartans in their first home game!
Bring a snack to share and meet us at the SJCOC Tent, located just outside the fence near the east endzone. Let’s show our Spartan spirit together! 💙❤️
Bohoo or Yahoo Breakfast
School will be back in session. Join us at 9am in the Fellowship Hall for coffee, fruit, and muffins as we pray for the new season ahead, and enjoy each other’s company as we raise our babies together to look more like Jesus.
Youth Group is Back - August 10th!
Get ready—The Underground returns Sunday, August 10th!
Our youth group meets Sunday nights from 5:00–7:00 PM and is open to all students in 6th–12th grade. It’s a time for friends, fun, games, teaching, and growing deeper in faith together.
Whether you’re a regular or brand new, we can’t wait to see you there.
Christmas in July - Movie on the Lawn
Join us for a festive night under the stars as we celebrate Christmas in July with a movie on the lawn! We’ll be showing the holiday favorite Elf, so grab your lawn chair, bring a blanket, and come enjoy this fun, family friendly event.
🎥 Movie begins at 8:30 PM
🍿 Free admission
🍭 Concessions available for purchase
Invite your friends and family—it's going to be a holly jolly good time!
Wonder Junction VBS
Saddle up for a wild west adventure where kids will discover God’s amazing love through exciting Bible stories, fun games, awesome music, and hands-on activities!
Open to: Kids entering K–6th grade for the 2025-2026 school year
Registration opens on April 12th! Be one of the first 50 kids to sign up and receive a special prize during VBS!