Events
WEEK OF October 20 , 2024
NAZARENE COMPASSION MINISTRIES – 2024 Storm Relief Fund
So many people have been affected by the recent hurricanes in the southeastern part of the United States. You can help those in need by donating to the Nazarene Compassion Ministries Fund, which will be used for immediate needs like water and food, as well as long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts. You may donate online at by clicking on the link below, or you may mail a check payable to the “General Treasurer” to the following address:
Global Treasury Services
Church of the Nazarene
17001 Prairie Star Pkwy
Lenexa, KS 66220
Be sure to indicate Project ID 140055 in the memo area of your check, which will assure it gets to the relief fund. Thank you in advance for your support.
So many people have been affected by the recent hurricanes in the southeastern part of the United States. You can help those in need by donating to the Nazarene Compassion Ministries Fund, which will be used for immediate needs like water and food, as well as long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts. You may donate online at by clicking on the link below, or you may mail a check payable to the “General Treasurer” to the following address:
Global Treasury Services
Church of the Nazarene
17001 Prairie Star Pkwy
Lenexa, KS 66220
Be sure to indicate Project ID 140055 in the memo area of your check, which will assure it gets to the relief fund. Thank you in advance for your support.
FAITH’S ANNUAL FALL FEST – Friday, October 25, 5:30-8pm, Outdoor Patio
Fall Fest is just around the corner. You won’t want to miss out on this fun event! Bring your entire family, friends, and neighbors as we celebrate the change of the seasons to cooler weather, harvest, and falling leaves. We'll have trunk-or-treats, a maze, big games, hayrides, crafts, and much more. The event is FREE, and food trucks will be available for food purchases. Hope to see you there.
Fall Fest is just around the corner. You won’t want to miss out on this fun event! Bring your entire family, friends, and neighbors as we celebrate the change of the seasons to cooler weather, harvest, and falling leaves. We'll have trunk-or-treats, a maze, big games, hayrides, crafts, and much more. The event is FREE, and food trucks will be available for food purchases. Hope to see you there.
- VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: If you would like to help make this a great community event, please consider volunteering for one of the many areas available. Click on the link below to see how you can help.
WALK THRU THE BIBLE OLD TESTAMENT LIVE EVENT – Saturday, November 9, 9am-12pm, Worship Center
Experience the story of the Old Testament through a fun, compelling, and engaging process that will change the way you read the Bible. You will learn the major events and people of the Old Testament and understand its storyline, maybe for the first time. Join us for this highly engaging, dynamic, and memorable 3-hour event that helps you understand God's Word and make the connection between His story and yours. Registration (which includes the helpful workbook) is just $20 through November 6th, or $30 at the door on the day of the event. Register and pay by clicking on the link below.
Experience the story of the Old Testament through a fun, compelling, and engaging process that will change the way you read the Bible. You will learn the major events and people of the Old Testament and understand its storyline, maybe for the first time. Join us for this highly engaging, dynamic, and memorable 3-hour event that helps you understand God's Word and make the connection between His story and yours. Registration (which includes the helpful workbook) is just $20 through November 6th, or $30 at the door on the day of the event. Register and pay by clicking on the link below.
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD & CHURCH CHERUBS – Beginning this Sunday, October 6 through November 17
- Church Cherubs - It is our desire to help our attending church families with children who may need a little assistance by providing gifts for them at Christmas. If you, or another Faith Community family that you are aware of, are in need, please click on the link below, and complete the form. Gift cards will be provided to the families that qualify, blessing them this Holiday season.
- Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child – Boxes will be available next Sunday for you to pick up, fill, and return by November 17. Bless a child this Christmas season through giving to Operation Christmas Child.
FAITH RIDERS OLD TOWN SACRAMENTO RIDE – THIS Saturday, October 19, 9:45am, Front Parking Lot
Calling all bikers, gear up for cooler weather and a beautiful fall ride. We’ll be headed to Old Town Sacramento for lunch. If you like, join us prior to the ride at Richmaid Restaurant on Cherokee Lane for breakfast at 8:30am. We will then head over to the church to meet up with others by 9:45am. We’ll have a short time of prayer and KSU promptly at 10am. Hope you can make it. No need to sign up, just show up!
Calling all bikers, gear up for cooler weather and a beautiful fall ride. We’ll be headed to Old Town Sacramento for lunch. If you like, join us prior to the ride at Richmaid Restaurant on Cherokee Lane for breakfast at 8:30am. We will then head over to the church to meet up with others by 9:45am. We’ll have a short time of prayer and KSU promptly at 10am. Hope you can make it. No need to sign up, just show up!
WOMEN’S GET TOGETHER – THIS Saturday, October 19, 11am-12:30pm, Lodi Bowling Alley
To bowl or not to bowl. . .it doesn’t matter. Bring a girlfriend and join a group of us from Faith Community for a lot of fun, chats, games, and food at the new Lodi Bowling Alley. Continue the fun by heading to a local lunch spot with a group of gals afterwards. So we can reserve the right amount of lanes, we ask that you please register in advance and let us know how many are coming. Click on the link below and complete the form. Bring $30 cash.
To bowl or not to bowl. . .it doesn’t matter. Bring a girlfriend and join a group of us from Faith Community for a lot of fun, chats, games, and food at the new Lodi Bowling Alley. Continue the fun by heading to a local lunch spot with a group of gals afterwards. So we can reserve the right amount of lanes, we ask that you please register in advance and let us know how many are coming. Click on the link below and complete the form. Bring $30 cash.
UPCOMING MOMCo EVENTS & PLAY DATES
A great way for moms to connect and socialize while the kids enjoy playing together. There is no need to register, just show up.
A great way for moms to connect and socialize while the kids enjoy playing together. There is no need to register, just show up.
- Tuesday, October 22, 2:30-4:30pm, Katzakian Park, giving back to the community thru “Adopt A Park” clean-up
- Wednesday, October 30, 10am-12pm, Katzakian Park, Halloween party play date, wear your costume and bring a bag of candy for the pinata
WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER, October 23, 6pm, Fellowship Hall
This week’s dinner menu is baked potato bar with all the fixings. The price is $5 per person with a $25 immediate family maximum. Hope to see you this week. Come for dinner and stay for our Wednesday night programs.
This week’s dinner menu is baked potato bar with all the fixings. The price is $5 per person with a $25 immediate family maximum. Hope to see you this week. Come for dinner and stay for our Wednesday night programs.
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS – Sunday, November 3, 2am
Don’t forget to turn back your clocks one hour before bed on Saturday night. Enjoy that extra hour of sleep before church on Sunday.
Don’t forget to turn back your clocks one hour before bed on Saturday night. Enjoy that extra hour of sleep before church on Sunday.
CHRISTMAS CHOIR REHEARSAL – Begins Wednesday, October 30, 7-8pm, Portable #1
Christmas is right around the corner and we're getting prepared. If you would like to participate in the Christmas Choir, please contact Wendy or just show up for the Wednesday rehearsals. We would love to have you sing with us!
Christmas is right around the corner and we're getting prepared. If you would like to participate in the Christmas Choir, please contact Wendy or just show up for the Wednesday rehearsals. We would love to have you sing with us!
PRAYER ROOM NOW OPEN – Sundays, 8:30-10:45am and 12:15-1pm, Room 101
Prayer is powerful! We would love to join you in praying for whatever you are going through. Join us on Sundays' as we lay it at the feet of Jesus and see healing, restoration and more! Sign up for a time slot in Room 101, and someone will be there to pray with you.
Prayer is powerful! We would love to join you in praying for whatever you are going through. Join us on Sundays' as we lay it at the feet of Jesus and see healing, restoration and more! Sign up for a time slot in Room 101, and someone will be there to pray with you.
FAITH BASED COUNSELING AVAILABLE
Faith Community offers counseling to singles, couples, and families.
Please note that the counseling offered is Biblically based only and our pastors are not state licensed or medical therapists.
To schedule an appointment for your free session with either Pastor Kevin Suess or Pastor Jerry Copp, click the link below.
Faith Community offers counseling to singles, couples, and families.
Please note that the counseling offered is Biblically based only and our pastors are not state licensed or medical therapists.
To schedule an appointment for your free session with either Pastor Kevin Suess or Pastor Jerry Copp, click the link below.
MAKE AN ETERNAL DIFFERENCE IN THE LIFE OF A CHILD BY VOLUNTEERING
- MOMCo (formerly MOPS) program is in need of childcare volunteers . The group meets from 9-11am every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month September through May.
- FAITH KIDS' MINISTRY is also in need of volunteers during the Sunday morning services.
CONNECT TO THE COMMUNITY BY SERVING AS A VOLUNTEER
If you're interested in volunteering in the Lodi community there are a wide variety of opportunities available with different commitment levels. To find out how you can plug in, contact the church office or click on the "Volunteer Inquires" link below.
If you're interested in volunteering in the Lodi community there are a wide variety of opportunities available with different commitment levels. To find out how you can plug in, contact the church office or click on the "Volunteer Inquires" link below.
VOLUNTEER SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES WITHIN THE CHURCH
Ever wonder what exactly goes on behind the scenes at church? How many volunteers does it take to make Sunday morning services happen? If you have ever wanted to explore an area where you feel led to serve, we would love to start a conversation with you about that.
Click the link below to see all the variety of areas where help is needed each and every week here at Faith. We would love to have you as part of our team.
Ever wonder what exactly goes on behind the scenes at church? How many volunteers does it take to make Sunday morning services happen? If you have ever wanted to explore an area where you feel led to serve, we would love to start a conversation with you about that.
Click the link below to see all the variety of areas where help is needed each and every week here at Faith. We would love to have you as part of our team.
OUR REGULARLY SCHEDULED WEEKLY CLASSES
TUESDAYS
50 & Me Singles, a social and support group for single adults who have lost their spouse or partner.
We are beginning a new series, "THE CHOSEN", 12-1:30pm, Fellowship Hall
Christian Writers Group, for those wanting to develop their writing skills, 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 4:30-6:30, Portable #1
WEDNESDAYS
The Herd, a men’s only Bible study, 6-7am, Fellowship Hall
Faith Community Dinner, 6pm, Fellowship Hall, Cost $5 per person or $25 immediate family maximum
WOW Kids, 6:30-8pm, Children's Wing
Thrive Youth Junior & Senior High, 6:30pm, Youth Room, for 7th-12th grade students
Route 66, 7-8pm, Worship Center, a verse-by-verse study of the Bible, led by one of our Pastors
THURSDAYS
Encouragers, a Bible study group for adults, 12:30-2:30pm, Fellowship Hall
MOMCo, September-May 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 9-11am, Fellowship Hall
FRIDAYS
Men's Prayer Hour (MPH), a men's prayer group meeting from 6-7am in the Worship Center.
LAY COUNSELING AVAILABLE – visit www.FaithLodiCounseling.org for an appointment
50 & Me Singles, a social and support group for single adults who have lost their spouse or partner.
We are beginning a new series, "THE CHOSEN", 12-1:30pm, Fellowship Hall
Christian Writers Group, for those wanting to develop their writing skills, 2nd & 4th Tuesday, 4:30-6:30, Portable #1
WEDNESDAYS
The Herd, a men’s only Bible study, 6-7am, Fellowship Hall
Faith Community Dinner, 6pm, Fellowship Hall, Cost $5 per person or $25 immediate family maximum
WOW Kids, 6:30-8pm, Children's Wing
Thrive Youth Junior & Senior High, 6:30pm, Youth Room, for 7th-12th grade students
Route 66, 7-8pm, Worship Center, a verse-by-verse study of the Bible, led by one of our Pastors
THURSDAYS
Encouragers, a Bible study group for adults, 12:30-2:30pm, Fellowship Hall
MOMCo, September-May 1st & 3rd Thursdays, 9-11am, Fellowship Hall
FRIDAYS
Men's Prayer Hour (MPH), a men's prayer group meeting from 6-7am in the Worship Center.
LAY COUNSELING AVAILABLE – visit www.FaithLodiCounseling.org for an appointment