Events

WEEK OF November 17, 2024

THANKSGIVING DINNER POTLUCK – Thursday, November 28, 1-3pm, Fellowship Hall

If you would otherwise be spending the day alone, please plan to join us for a Thanksgiving Day potluck dinner together. The church is providing the turkey, you can bring a side dish or dessert to share. Let us know that you plan to attend by clicking on the link below.
LAST WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER, November 20, 6pm, Fellowship Hall

This week's dinner menu is a full Thanksgiving-style dinner served by our pastors. 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. Please note that this is our last mid-week dinner this year.
TAKING A WEDNESDAY NIGHT BREAK – November 27 thru January 1, 2025

Our Wednesday night programs are taking a break for the holidays giving families time to spend together. Our Wednesday dinners, WOW Kids, and Route 66 will not meet during this time. The youth will continue to meet during that time.
LET’S DECORATE THE HALLS – Sunday, November 24, 12:30-3:30pm, Worship Center

Stay after service on Sunday, November 24, to help decorate the church for Christmas. Many hands make light work. Lunch will be served for all volunteers in the Fellowship Hall before the decorating begins. Let us know that you would like to help by clicking on the link below, complete and submit the form. This helps us plan for lunch. Thank you in advance for your help.
WOMEN’S “PMS” NIGHT, Friday, December 6, 6:30-9pm, Worship Center

A relaxing Pajamas, Movie, and Soup night for women of all ages. Prepare for the holidays by joining us for a yummy dinner, a Christmas movie to get you in the mood, all while wearing some comfy clothing. No exchanges, except for “Merry Christmas”, pleasant conversation, laughs, and giggles. This is a free event.  No need to register, just show up and bring a friend.
CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM & PANCAKES – Sunday, December 8, 9am, Worship Center

ONE SERVICE SUNDAY celebrating our Faith Kids in the performance of “Out-of-the-Box Christmas” at 9am. Be sure to invite the entire family and kick off the Christmas season with your Faith family and kids together.
Immediately following we will host a free pancake breakfast in the courtyard for all. Hope to see you there!
FAITH’S ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Sunday, December 13, 7 to 9 pm,Worship Center

This year's annual Christmas concert promises to be a delightful evening filled with enchanting music from the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, coupled with traditional worship sounds of Christmas, lively comedy, and much more. This event is designed to be family-friendly, making it the perfect outing for everyone in the community. Best of all, it's FREE! Bring your loved ones and immerse yourselves in the festive spirit—you won’t want to miss this magical night of joy and entertainment as we celebrate the Reason for the Season, Jesus!
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.
  • Wednesday, November 20, 2:30-4:30pm, Katzakian Park, come hang out at the park after school and visit with other moms while the kiddos play
  • Friday, November 22, 10am-12pm, Church Playground, come for a Turkey Trot Play Date, with lots of Thanksgiving and fall-themed fun
  • Tuesday, November 26, 2:30-4:30pm, Katzakian Park, giving back to the community thru “Adopt A Park” clean-up
FAITH RIDERS ANNUAL TURKEY SANDWICH RUN – Friday, November 29, 10am, Church Parking Lot

The Turkey Sandwich Run returns for its 16th year, celebrating Thanksgiving with an all-welcome ride! Join us at the Church parking lot at 10am for a pre-ride briefing and prayer. Kickstands up at 10:30am for a relaxing ride to Columbia Park. Be sure to dress warmly and bring your own turkey sandwich sack lunch; we'll gather to eat at the picnic tables at the park. After lunch, everyone is free to go their own way. All riders, cars, and guests are welcome.
MOM’S PAINT AFTERNOON OUT – Sunday, December 1, 2-4pm, House of Carolyn Santos, 18585 E. Comstock Road, Linden, CA.

Moms, leave the kids at home and come out for an afternoon paint party led by Jessica Rose. The cost for supplies is $25 per person. To register click on the link below.
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.

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.
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.
Please prayerfully consider how you can make an eternal difference in the life of a child by volunteering for one of these vital ministries. If you have questions or would like more information, please call the church office at 209-333-7089.
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.

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.

OUR REGULARLY SCHEDULED WEEKLY CLASSES

TUESDAYS 
50 & Me Singles, a social and support group for single adults who have lost their spouse or partner.
Currently watching the 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