EVENTS

Current Events at First Church

Check back here regularly to see what's coming up at First Church. We have events for everyone - adults, students, children, men, women.

A promotional graphic for a fundraising event called 'No Race, Race' on Saturday, October 17, supporting Restoration House, with options to donate or walk.

Restoration House Fundraiser

No Race Race: Steps to Restoration

No training. No finish line. No problem.

Want to support Restoration House but running a race isn’t exactly your idea of a good time? The No Race Race: Steps to Restoration is for you!

This fundraiser is designed for everyone. You can simply make a donation to support Restoration House, or donate and join us at First Church on Saturday, October 17, to walk laps around the church parking lot. Walk one lap, walk twenty, or just come cheer others on—there’s no required distance and no pressure to finish anything.

A suggested donation of $35 per household is encouraged for those participating in the walk. All donations directly support Restoration House as men take meaningful steps toward stability, independence, and a restored future.

Come enjoy food, music, and community, with swag bags for participants. Whether you walk, give, or simply come encourage others, you’re invited to be part of the day.

Every lap, every step, and every gift supports Restoration House.

Saturday, October 17

First Church – St. Joseph Campus

Don’t race. Take a few steps. Give. Make a difference.

Together, we’re providing Steps to Restoration and continuing the work of Restoring God’s Ideal.

donate or register here

Trunk-Or-Treat

Decorate a Trunk

Help us make Trunk or Treat a fun and welcoming night for families in our community! We’re looking for volunteers to decorate their trunks and hand out candy on Sunday, October 25.

Get creative with a theme, decorate your vehicle, and come ready to have some fun! Whether you go all-out or keep it simple, every decorated trunk helps create a great experience for the kids and families who join us.

Sign up to decorate a trunk and be part of the fun!

Sunday, October 25, 5:00-7:00 PM

First Church – Benton Heights Campus

LET’S MAKE THIS A SWEET NIGHT FOR OUR COMMUNITY!

Child Dedication

AT FIRST CHURCH

Child Dedication is a special opportunity for parents to publicly commit to raising their child to know and follow Jesus, surrounded by the encouragement and support of their church family.

This fall, Child Dedications will take place at each of our campuses on the following Sundays:

Benton Heights & Eau Claire: November 1
Stevensville: November 8
St. Joseph: November 15

Parents who would like to dedicate their child are required to attend a Child Dedication Class before the dedication. Classes will be offered Tuesday, October 20 at 6:00 PM and Sunday, October 25 at 12:30 PM at the St. Joseph Campus. You only need to attend one class.

An event flyer for a kids' movie night showing 'It's The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown' with Snoopy and Woodstock resting on a giant pumpkin.

KidZone Fall Movie Night

Kids Zone kids are invited to a fun fall evening with pizza, popcorn, drinks, and a movie! We’ll be watching It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown and enjoying some fall fun together.

Thursday, October 16 | 6–8 PM
Please register by October 12

Registration helps us plan ahead and make sure we have plenty of food for everyone, so be sure to let us know you’re coming!

The Partnership Class

Ready to learn more about First Church and take your next step in becoming part of the church family? The Partnership is an opportunity to hear where First Church has come from, where we’re going, and what it means to become a voting member.

Our next Partnership class is Sunday, October 18 at 12:30 PM at the St. Joseph Campus.

Planning to attend? Please register in advance so we know who will be joining us.

A graphic for Fall Table Groups titled "Experiencing God." It features an illustration of the burning bush on a textured orange background.

Experiencing God Table Groups

Experiencing God by Henry Blackaby invites you to deepen your relationship with God by learning to recognize His voice, see where He is at work, and join Him in what He is doing. Through biblical teaching and practical application, this study will help you experience God in a more personal and life-changing way.

There are men's and women's table groups that meet Sunday mornings, Tuesday Mornings, Wednesday mornings and evenings, as well at Saturday mornings. Click the registration link to select the group time that works best for you.

Books will be available at a discounted rate of $20 between services at your campus Info Hub or at the St. Joe campus reception desk from 9:00am-12:30pm or 1:00pm-4:00pm

Wednesday Mornings: 9:30–11:00 AM
Wednesday Evenings: 6:30–8:00 PM
Saturday Mornings: 9:00–11:00 AM

registration

Alpha

Alpha is a welcoming, international program designed for anyone who wants to explore the Christian faith, ask questions, and discover more about Jesus. Each gathering includes conversation in a relaxed, judgment-free environment where no question is off limits. Whether you're new to faith, exploring what you believe, or simply curious, Alpha is a great place to start.
The first meeting will be on Wednesday September 23 from 6:30-8:00PM.

An event flyer for Older Adults 50+ at First Church. A trip to the Gerald R. Ford Museum on October 20th. RSVP by October 1st.

Older Adults Fall Bus Trip

Join our Older Adults 50+ for a day trip to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum and Our Daily Bread Publishing on October 20th!

The bus will depart from First Church St. Joseph at 8:15 AM and return around 5:30 PM. Cost is $25 per person, with lunch on your own at Arnie’s Restaurant.

RSVP by October 1st by calling 983-1524.