Summer Care {Grades 1–6}
May
28
to Aug 2
Kids, Students, Featured

Summer Care {Grades 1–6}

  • FIRST Champaign Location (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Summer Care is a fun and engaging program for kids who will be entering 1st-6th grades during the 2024-25 school year. Each week’s theme is explored through Bible lessons, crafts, activities, and games. Summer Care hours are 7:30A-5:30P and is held at First Christian Church Champaign.  For more information, please email elaine@fcc-online.org.

2024 Summer Care registration is now open. For additional questions, please contact Elaine Stone at elaine@fcc-online.org. 


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Vision Celebration
Jul
12
5:30 PM17:30
Featured

Vision Celebration

We're thrilled to invite you to our Vision Celebration, where we will celebrate the incredible achievement of our vision to see 5000 next steps of discipleship taken in five years. With over 5500 steps taken in under four years, we have surpassed our goal, and it's time to praise God for His work in our community and world through FIRST!

Date: Friday, July 12
Vision Celebration: 5:30P
Food, Fun, & Games: 6:15P
Location: First Christian Church

Enjoy a joyful evening of worship, fellowship, food, and fun. Bring your lawn chair, and kids can bring their bikes, boards, and scooters (no motors, please). Let's celebrate this milestone and seek the Holy Spirit's guidance for our next vision.

Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable celebration! We can't wait to celebrate with you!

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Elevate Night {Kids & Students}
Jul
17
6:00 PM18:00
Featured, Kids, Students

Elevate Night {Kids & Students}

Calling all Kindergarteners-12th graders! Join us for an epic FIRST youth night jump on July 17!
Time: 6-8 PM
Cost: $12.50
Don't forget to bring money for concessions if you're craving a tasty treat!
Parents, you can drop off your kids at Elevate, as volunteers will be present to ensure a safe and fun evening for everyone!
Note: No student ministry activities will be at the building that day.
Get ready for an unforgettable night of jumping, laughter, and making new friends! Don't miss out on the excitement! See you there!

Register for Elevate Night!

Please fill out the Elevate waiver before coming!



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Parent Seminars {Family Ministry}
Jul
21
to Aug 11
Featured, Kids, Students

Parent Seminars {Family Ministry}

  • First Christian Church - Fellowship Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Raising kids takes more than just a village. It takes the Church. Join us for four weekly parenting seminars during the first service on Sundays, 9:00–10:00A. They begin with a time to connect with other parents and then focus on a different area each week, including how to handle technology, teaching our kids at their level, thriving in our other relationships, and spiritual rhythms.

Sundays, July 21–August 11
9:00A in the Fellowship Hall




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IF: Table - Cookie Decorating {Women's Ministry}
Jun
26
6:00 PM18:00
Women's, Groups, Featured

IF: Table - Cookie Decorating {Women's Ministry}

IF:Table is a simple tool to help us cut through the small talk and start building the relationships that God wants us to have. One easy way to approach it: 2 hours. 4 questions. 6 women.

Our Women's Ministry Team is creating a space for you to invite your girlfriends to join you for a night out where we will learn the art of sugar cookie decorating followed by a time to connect on a deeper level.

Mary with Honey Bunny Bakes makes cookie decorating, un-intimidating, and a whole lot of fun. This event is suited for any woman from beginner to intermediate decorators.

The ticket price includes the cookies, supplies and the tutorial!

WHERE: Join us in the Fellowship Hall at church which is through the main doors.

3601 S. Staley Road- Champaign, IL 61822.

WHEN: Wednesday, June 26 from 6-8P.

Doors open at 5:45P

Ticket price is $25 per person which includes light snacks, beverages and supplies for cookie decorating.

Registration ends on Sunday, June 23.

If you would like to bless another woman by purchasing her ticket you can do so at checkout by selecting the scholarship box.

Contact Michelle Jacob if you need any assistance or have any questions at michelle@fcc-online.org or (217) 356-1649.

Looking forward to hosting you at IF:Table!

Women's Ministry Team

*Please note that childcare is not provided.

 
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Facility Team Meeting
Jun
23
11:50 AM11:50
Featured

Facility Team Meeting

  • First Christian Church - Community Room (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Calling all handy-helpers. Organizer? Painter? Electrician? Landscaper/Lawn Care? General Handyman help? Custodial? CDF Bus Driver? Mechanic? Do you have a skill set that could be used to help increase our stewardship of tithes and offerings even better? We're asking you to step up and use those gifts within the church body by joining our Facility Team. You can learn more by joining us in the Community Room on June 23 after church for lunch and a discussion about what we need for our facility team.

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The Practice of Fasting {Formation Class}
Jun
9
to Jun 30
Groups, Featured

The Practice of Fasting {Formation Class}

  • First Christian Church - Fellowship Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Sundays, June 9–30
10:30A
Fellowship Hall

Have you been walking with Jesus for a while and wondering if there are ways to more deeply connect and participate in God's work in your life or the world? Are you new to faith and hungry for more of God? If you are, we are excited to invite you to our next Formation Class on the practice of FASTING. Fasting is one of the most essential and powerful of all the practices of Jesus and, arguably, the single most neglected in the American church. Our time together will train you in this ancient discipline that Jesus taught and modeled, giving you the vision and means to orient your literal and spiritual hunger toward the presence and power of God at work both in your life and in the world.

 
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IF:2024 {Women's Ministry}
May
3
to May 4
Women's

IF:2024 {Women's Ministry}

IF:2024 is a two-day event where women all over the world gather together, get equipped, and discover the next step in their calling: to go and make disciples!

May 3 & 4, 2024
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH, CHAMPAIGN, Illinois

We desperately want to stay faithful in these times, but we know we can't muster up the faith all on our own. IF:2024 matters to us, because for two days we get to gather and remind each other that God is who we need. God is who will provide. We gather for two days of worship, with our Bibles, and we ask God to move. 

We're so excited to be hosting the 2 day simulcasted IF:Gathering as an IF:Local! We'll spend time together, being encouraged in God's word, equipped to go forth and make disciples of ALL THE NATIONS- right where God has placed us.  We'll have live worship, world renown simulcasted teaching and local discussion to help encourage one another in prayer and TRUTH.

Join us at First Christian Church at the Champaign location on:

Friday, May 3
Doors open at 5:30P
Event: 6P-9:30P

Saturday, May 4
Doors open at 8:45A
Event: 9-4P (lunch break included)

Ticket price is $65 to include event content, swag bag, snacks/drinks, lunch and other items to help us share in community during our time together. 

Last day to register is April 21st.

Would you like to bless another woman to attend IF:2024 through scholarship? You will have that option at checkout!
Please don't let money be a barrier.  Contact Michelle Jacob if you need any assistance or have any questions at michelle@fcc-online.org or
(217) 356-1649. 

Can't wait to experience IF:2024  with YOU!

FIRST's Women's Ministry Team

IF:2024 registration is full for this year.

 
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Students Glow Night
Apr
24
6:30 PM18:30
Students, Featured

Students Glow Night

Hey Students... Light it up with your friends at Glow Night! We are going to have an awesome time playing glow-in-the-dark dodgeball, glow 9 square and so much more. Wear your best neon. This is a free event where snacks and drinks are provided. No pre-registration is required. Glow Night will be held at the Champaign Location Fieldhouse from 6:30-8:30P. Register for Glow Night!

Contact our Student Pastor, Jordan Dunahee, for questions at jordand@fcc-online.org.

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IF:Table Glow Bingo {Women's Ministry}
Apr
17
6:30 PM18:30
Women's, Featured

IF:Table Glow Bingo {Women's Ministry}

Registration closed.

IF:Table is a simple tool to help us cut through the small talk and start building the relationships that God wants us to have. One easy way to approach it: 2 hours. 4 questions. 6 women.

Our Women's Ministry Team is creating a space for you to invite your girlfriends to join you for a night out where we will play good ol' fashion GLOW BINGO followed by a time to connect on a deeper level.

WHERE: Join us in the Fieldhouse in the Family Life Center at church.

3601 S. Staley Road- Champaign, IL 61822. Come in the playground entrance.

WHEN: Wednesday, April 17 from 6:30-8:30P. Doors open at 6:15P

Ticket price is $5 per person which includes light snacks, beverages and supplies to play Glow Bingo.

Registration ends on Sunday, April 14.

If you would like to bless another woman by purchasing her ticket you can do so at checkout by selecting the scholarship box.

Please don’t let money be a barrier. Contact Michelle Jacob if you need any assistance or have any questions at michelle@fcc-online.org or (217) 356-1649.

Looking forward to hosting you at IF:Table!

Women's Ministry Team

*Please note that childcare is not provided.

 
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Parents' Promise Service {Kids Ministry}
Apr
7
9:00 AM09:00
Kids, Featured

Parents' Promise Service {Kids Ministry}

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Sunday, April 7
During both services (9:00A & 10:30A)


This special time will include a message for a FIRST pastor, a challenge to pray consistently for your child and your commitment to raising your child in a Christ-centered home, as well as a slide show with pictures of our previous babies and kids. Parents, family, friends, and the church family will share in a time of commitment followed by the presentation of dedication certificates. Participants will also receive a special gift from the FIRST Kids Ministry.

Please register by April 1:

 
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Serving Saturday
Apr
6
1:00 PM13:00
Kids, Featured

Serving Saturday

Join us for a family volunteer day with our mission partner, Salt & Light!

Salt & Light in Urbana would not make it without fantastic community volunteers who donate their time and energy. Volunteering with participants and building relationships with them is a priceless investment. In general, these are the things they need help with on a regular basis:

  • emptying collection bins

  • sorting & hanging clothes

  • donation intake

  • stocking grocery shelves

  • testing electronics

  • managing recyclables

  • organizing household items

We will meet at Salt & Light in Urbana at 12:45p!

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Baptism Sunday {Easter}
Mar
31
9:00 AM09:00
Featured, Groups, Women's

Baptism Sunday {Easter}

Are you ready to experience the ultimate new beginning? Join us as we celebrate the life-changing power of God's love and grace through the resurrection of His Son. We are thrilled to invite you to our Good Friday and Easter/Baptism Sunday services this Easter season!

And guess what? Easter Sunday isn't just any ordinary Sunday. It's a special day we've designated as Baptism Sunday. Now is the perfect time to commit if you've considered publicly declaring your faith through baptism. Our pastors can chat with you about this faith decision, answer any questions, and help guide you.

Let us know if you want to be baptized or learn more. We can't wait to celebrate with you!


GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE

Friday, March 29 at 7:00P
Full Kids Ministry available
*Traditional Good Friday Service / not identical to March 31, Easter services


EASTER & BAPTISM SUNDAY

Sunday, March 31 at 9:00A & 10:30A
Full Kids Ministry available
**No Student Ministry on Easter Sunday, March 31

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Good Friday Service
Mar
29
7:00 PM19:00
Featured

Good Friday Service

Are you ready to experience the ultimate new beginning? Join us as we celebrate the life-changing power of God's love and grace through the resurrection of His Son. We are thrilled to invite you to our Good Friday and Easter/Baptism Sunday services this Easter season!

And guess what? Easter Sunday isn't just any ordinary Sunday. It's a special day we've designated as Baptism Sunday. Now is the perfect time to commit if you've considered publicly declaring your faith through baptism. Our pastors can chat with you about this faith decision, answer any questions, and help guide you.

Let us know if you want to be baptized or learn more. We can't wait to celebrate with you!

GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE

Friday, March 29 at 7:00P
Full Kids Ministry available
*Traditional Good Friday Service / not identical to March 31, Easter services


EASTER & BAPTISM SUNDAY

Sunday, March 31 at 9:00A & 10:30A
Full Kids Ministry available
**No Student Ministry on Easter Sunday, March 31

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FIRST Fit
Mar
17
10:30 AM10:30
Groups, Featured

FIRST Fit

Have you ever wondered what your gifts are? Are you curious how God wants you to partner with Him in the Kingdom and here at FIRST? If you've ever asked those questions or are simply curious about what your place might be in the family of FIRST, then we invite you to come out to FIRST Fit on Sunday, March 17, during the 10:30A service. We will spend an hour together laying a foundation for serving, giftedness, and calling, and aim to lay out what your next steps will be here at FIRST as well as in your discipleship to Jesus. You won't want to miss it! Let us know you’re coming via the RSVP link below:

 
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Elder Dessert Night
Mar
7
7:00 PM19:00
Featured

Elder Dessert Night

Join us for Elder Dessert Night! We're excited to welcome new staff members, introduce new elder candidates, and most importantly, discuss our church's vision & direction as we near the end of our 5K Next Steps initiative. What's next? Let's find out together! We’ll see you there!

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Urbana Weekly Prayer {Mondays via Virtual Zoom}
Mar
4
7:00 AM07:00
Groups, Featured

Urbana Weekly Prayer {Mondays via Virtual Zoom}

Weekly for Champaign and Urbana, our Elders & Prayer Team leads our church in prayer over the church, community, and each other. All are welcome! For questions, contact Mike Larson at mjlarso1@yahoo.com. The prayer gatherings are held:




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Night of Worship
Mar
1
7:00 PM19:00
Featured

Night of Worship

Experience the power of collective worship at our Night of Worship on March 1! Unite with others, connect with God, and be refreshed in His presence. Join us for an unforgettable evening of worship of our Savior.

We invite families to worship with us as this evening has no childcare.



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Formation Class: Finding Purpose in the Second Half of Life
Feb
25
to Mar 24
Featured, Groups

Formation Class: Finding Purpose in the Second Half of Life

  • First Christian Church (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Are you entering the second half of life asking, "What now?" or "What do I have to offer with the rest of my life?" Maybe you're a brand new empty-nester wondering what to do with your time and looking for purpose after kids, or maybe you're someone who is nearing retirement or already there wondering what the best way to invest the rest of your life might be. If you are asking these questions or are in one of these seasons, join us starting on February 25 for a five-week journey of learning what it would look like to honor God and thrive in the second half of your life. Led by Mike Picklesimer, we will learn how God works in the different chapters of our lives, what it looks like to discern God's will in these chapters, and how to share your story and your life with others on the journey.

Sundays, February 25–March 24
10:30A in the Fellowship Hall

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Kids Night Out
Feb
16
5:00 PM17:00
Featured, Kids

Kids Night Out

K–8th graders! Invite your friends and join us at the FIRST Family Life Center for an evening of fun, games, and more—including, but not limited to, dodgeball, pizza, popcorn, and a movie! We promise you will have a blast and probably be so tired your parents may even have a whole Saturday evening to themselves!  

Cost: $25. Registration required

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MenComm {Men's Ministry}
Jan
29
to Feb 26
Groups

MenComm {Men's Ministry}

  • First Christian Church - Fellowship Hall (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Mondays, January 29–February 26
6:00-7:30P
Fellowship Hall

Everything in a man's life comes to a point of decision - will I do what's easy or what's necessary? None of us naturally become godly men. It is something we must cultivate in ourselves and in community with others. Our guess is that you are interested, but are you up for the challenge?

Join the Men’s Ministry for a 5-week Primer on Pursuing the Path of Manhood—6:00-7:30P on Mondays, January 29 through February 26. All men and young men, high school and up are invited and food will be provided. Please let us know if you’re coming via the signup form, so we know how much food to prepare.

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