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.

Summer Hangout at the Commons

Women’s Ministry is hosting Summer Hangout at the Commons beginning Wednesday, June 10! Bring your kids, bring a friend, pack a lunch, and enjoy time connecting with other women in community. There will be lawn games, picnic blankets, popsicles for kids, time in The Commons, and the option to walk over to the park together.

Summer Hangouts will take place every Wednesday through July 29, with one week off during VBS week on July 15. We can’t wait to see you there!

Vacation Bible School- Rainforest Falls

VBS begins on Sunday, July 12th and will conclude on Wednesday, July 15th 6:00pm (EDT) to 8:15pm (EDT). Each night of VBS will be hosted at the St. Joseph Campus.

Invite a friend!! Open to all kids, Pre-K thru 5th grade graduates.

Discover the adventure of Rainforest Falls VBS, where kids grow deep roots in God’s love and faith.

Step through the mist into Rainforest Falls, overflowing with wild waterfalls, towering trees and colorful creatures. Beneath a canopy of chattering birds and howling monkeys, kids plunge into a life-long adventure, discovering the nature of God, and exploring what it means to be rooted in relationship with their creator, a safe place in life’s storms.

Gus Macker Volunteers Needed!

We need volunteers for this year’s Gus Macker 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in Benton Harbor/St. Joseph on June 26–28!

Riverview Drive will once again transform into “Mackerville” as more than 200 teams gather for an exciting weekend of basketball and community impact. First Church is partnering with Harbor Impact Foundation, and we would love for you to be part of it.

There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available, with roles ranging from easy to very active. Whether you can help for a few hours or the whole weekend, your support makes a difference!

VOLUNTEER HERE

Older Adult Bus Trip

Join us on Saturday, June 27, 2026, for a fun and encouraging day trip to the Maranatha Bible Conference Center. This special outing includes transportation, an Italian buffet dinner, and a concert featuring Charles Billingsly.

Cost is $36 per person and includes dinner, concert admission, and transportation.

RSVP by calling 983-1524. We hope you’ll join us for a great evening of fellowship, music, and time together!

Lake Michigan Baptism

Have you been thinking about taking the next step in your faith through baptism?

On Sunday, August 2, we’ll gather at Lake Michigan for a special evening of celebrating life change through baptism. This year’s theme comes from John 6:20, where Jesus speaks these powerful words: “I Am Here.” No matter where you’ve been or what your journey has looked like, Jesus is present, calling you to follow Him and trust Him with your life.Baptism is a public declaration of your faith in Jesus Christ and a powerful step of obedience as you continue following Him.

If you’re ready to be baptized, we invite you to attend one of our upcoming baptism classes. These classes will help you understand the meaning of baptism, hear what to expect, and prepare for this important milestone.

Baptism classes are available at each campus:

• Eau Claire – July 12 at 12:00 PM
• Benton Heights – July 19 at 12:00 PM
• Stevensville – July 26 at 12:00 PM
• St. Joseph – July 19 at 12:30 PM or July 21 at 6:00 PM

Whether you’ve recently given your life to Christ or have been considering baptism for some time, we’d love to walk alongside you in this next step. Click the link below to register to be baptized. We can’t wait to celebrate with you at Lake Michigan Baptism!