We are purchasing three beautiful large poinsettias to be displayed at each entrance in remembrance and honor of a lost loved one for Christmas Eve services. If you would like to purchase a memorial, you can do so for $10 in the church office or on Sunday at the welcome center. 

The last day to purchase one is Wednesday, December 18.

Reminder: There will be no poinsettias to take home, this option is only for the memorial page. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact the office at 620-227-8686.

Ladies Night Christmas Sock Exchange

Tuesday, December 17th at 5:30pm

All Women Welcome!

Contact Sierra at the FCC office with any questions!

Join us for a festive evening filled with good food and holiday cheer! The evening begins with dinner in the Fellowship Hall at 5:00 PM, followed by a short drive down the hill to the Dodge City Visitor Center at 6:15 PM (400 W Wyatt Earp Blvd.), where we’ll board the trolley for a magical tour of the city’s Christmas lights. This event is completely free, but space is limited to 30 participants, so be sure to sign up soon to reserve your spot. You can sign-up in the foyer or on the form down below:

Ugly Christmas Sweater Sunday!

Get ready to bring out your ugliest or most festive Christmas sweaters because Sunday, December 8 is Ugly Christmas Sweater Sunday at FCC!

Join us at any of our 3 services:
8:15 | 9:30 | 11:00 AM

Don’t forget to stop by our Christmas photobooth for a picture with your family and friends! Share your photos on social media and tag us with #FCCChristmas2024—we can’t wait to see your festive looks!

Let’s make it a Sunday to remember! See you there!

Start planning your Christmas family photos! Starting Sunday, December 8th, we will have our Christmas photo booth up in the Gathering Space for all your holiday picture needs. We plan on leaving it up all through December so you have plenty of time to get all your beautiful and fun family photos. 

Madrigal performance - DCHS Choir will perform in the Sanctuary on Wednesday, December 4 at 11:00 AM, followed by lunch in the Multipurpose Room. Everyone is welcome to come! If you are interested in staying for lunch, please RSVP below:

RSVP to Jean by December 1 at Cell: 620-338-0017 or Home: 620-371-6132

Join us for Women’s Council Thanksgiving Dinner on Wednesday, November 20 at 12 Noon at Masonic Lodge (1207 McAartor). Cost $12 - spouses are welcome!

Special Guests:

• Mark & Janet Layman - Global Witness

• Drake & Josephine - Missionaries Uganda

• FCC Staff

RSVP to Mary Lou at 740-499-6750 by Friday, November 15th

Annual Congregational Meeting or Sunday, November 17 at 5:30 PM in the FCC Sanctuary.

2025 Anticipated Financial Needs Approval.

*Members must be 16 years old or older to vote.

For questions, contact the church office at 620-227-8686

*Are you an active member? Here are the member guidelines at FCC:

• Has confessed faith in the Lord Jesus Christ and has responded by repentance and baptism by

  immersion. (Acts 2:38, Galatians 3:27, Romans 6:3-5)

• Strives to live in obedience with the doctrines and practices of the Bible, the inerrant, inspired word of God.

• Worships regularly at FCCDC and supports FCCDC’s vision by their attendance, service and financial support.

Struggling with how to face the upcoming holiday season? For many, the weeks around Thanksgiving and Christmas can be especially challenging when a loved one is no longer there. If you find yourself dreading the holidays, our Surviving the Holidays event offers support and understanding in a warm, welcoming environment.

This two-hour gathering is designed to help you process your emotions, manage expectations, and equip you with practical tools to approach the season with renewed peace. Attendees will receive a Survival Guide to use throughout the holiday season as a source of comfort and strength. It is our prayer that God will carry you through, and we are here to walk with you as you navigate this time.

Join us on Sunday, November 17 at 2:00 PM at FCC (711 5th Ave). This event is free; simply register below. Let us support you as you find ways to “Survive the Holidays.”

Save the date for our 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, November 16 at 7:30 AM. Learn more at www.fccdc.com/run

We’re gearing up for our annual Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, October 30, from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM in the FCC parking lot. Help us create a fun and safe trick-or-treating experience for our community!

How can you get involved?

• Decorate your vehicle invite your life group to help you!

• Help pass out candy to all the little trick-or-treaters!

Sign up today at www.fccdc.com/trunk to be a part of the fun.

Candy Donations Needed!
Can you grab an extra bag of candy during your shopping trip? Drop off your candy donations:

• At the church office, Monday–Thursday (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM)

• Or, at the Welcome Center on Sunday!

Save the date for our 55 & Better Lunch on Tuesday, October 29, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Join us for a delightful meal and a time of fellowship. RSVP down below.

We believe children are a gift from God. As parents, being a part of a loving church family can help you raise your children in the ways of the Lord. We see throughout scripture the practice of parents presenting their children to the Lord for God's blessing upon their family and to dedicate their child unto the Lord (Luke 2:22, Mark 10:13).

Although this act does not ensure the salvation of the child, it is a powerful declaration before the Lord and the broader church family of the parents' intent to train and teach their children to follow Jesus.

If you would like to sign-up your little one to be dedicated on Sunday, October 20, click the link here and fill out the form online: www.fccdc.com/baby

You're invited to Men's Trap Shooting on Saturday, October 19, from 5-7 PM! All men are welcome to join, and feel free to bring your kids for a fun evening of friendly competition and fellowship. Fire pit and roasted hot dogs to follow. Come out, test your skills, and enjoy time together!

Date: Saturday, October 19

Time: 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Location: 10867 W. McArtor Rd. Dodge City

Questions contact Brian at brian@fccdc.com or call 620-227-8686

Join us in blessing the teachers of Dodge City High School!

We invite you to participate in a service project to bless the teachers at Dodge City High School (DCHS) during their Parent-Teacher Conferences. We are collecting prepackaged snacks, chips, and drinks to place in the teachers’ workrooms as a gesture of appreciation.

How to Get Involved:
What we need: Prepackaged snacks, chips, and drinks.
Where to drop off: First Christian Church (now through October 7th).
What we’ll do: After collecting the items, we will assemble care packages for each hallway at DCHS, and we’d love to include notes of encouragement along with the snacks.

If you would like to help us deliver the care packages or have any questions, please contact Susan Ridgway at First Christian Church at 620-227-8686. We hope to have representation from as many churches as possible to make this a community-wide effort!

Let’s come together as the Church to serve and bless our community!

Join us for Women’s Council on Wednesday, Oct 2 at 1:30 PM - at 1819 Fairway Dr. Dodge City.

Please RSVP by September 26 to Jean at 620-338-0017

GriefShare provides help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. GriefShare is a special 13-week seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. Each session includes a helpful video, discussion time, and a take-home workbook to provide daily encouragement. Our group is led by caring people who have experienced grief and want to help you through the difficult days ahead. We know it hurts, and we want to help.

If you are experiencing grief we hope you will join us starting Sunday, September 29 at 3:00 PM. The cost is only $10 to cover the price of the workbook. Please register for GriefShare by filling out the form below.

If you have questions, contact the church office at 620-227-8686.

Schedule: Starting Sunday, September 29 (13 week class)

Group Leaders: Blake, Lisa, and Jeff Rumbaugh

We are excited to announce the upcoming Run for Rest, a 5K run/walk family event hosted by First Christian Church of Dodge City. The event is a great opportunity for families and individuals to come together and support a worthy cause. All proceeds from the event will go towards FCC's Rest Ministry, which is dedicated to providing beds to kids and families in Dodge City who don't have a place to sleep.

We believe that everyone deserves a good night's sleep and a comfortable bed to rest on, and so we are inviting you to join us in making a difference: “Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” Mathew 11:28

By participating in our 5K run/walk, you can help us support families in need and bring hope to those who are struggling. Whether you're an experienced runner or just looking for a fun way to get involved in your community, our event is the perfect opportunity to make a difference and have a great time doing it.

REGISTRATION IS OPEN

• Saturday, November 11 , 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

• Check-in/Registration opens at 6:30 AM

• First Christian Church, 711 5th Ave, Dodge City, KS 67801

• Cost: $25.00 (Includes race entry and custom t-shirt)

Register/Learn more here: Run for Rest

It's time for us to start planning our Trunk or Treat in October! Join us on Sunday, October 29, from 4:00 - 6:00 PM in the FCC parking lot to ensure a fun and safe trick or treating experience for our community!

Are you interested in decorating your vehicle or being a helper to pass out candy for trunk or treat? Sign-up today at www.fccdc.com/trunk

We are also asking for CANDY DONATIONS! Would you be willing to pick up an extra bag when you shop for candy? You can drop off candy in our church office Monday-Thursday, (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM), or at the Welcome Center on Sunday.

Join us for our 55 & Better lunch!

GriefShare provides help and encouragement after the death of a spouse, child, family member, or friend. GriefShare is a special 13-week seminar and support group designed to help you rebuild your life after losing a loved one. Each session includes a helpful video, discussion time, and a take-home workbook to provide daily encouragement. Our group is led by caring people who have experienced grief and want to help you through the difficult days ahead. We know it hurts, and we want to help.

If you are experiencing grief we hope you will join us starting Tuesday, September 12, 6:30 - 8:30PM every Tuesday. The cost is only $10 to cover the price of the workbook. Please register for GriefShare by filling out the form at www.fccdc.com/griefshare or by calling the church office at (620)-227-8686.

Fall Schedule: September 12 - December 5

Group Leaders are Brian and Marda Hastings.

Join us for our Fall Kickoff where we will share how to get involved in our ministries, life groups, and fellowship together!

We believe children are a gift from God. As parents, being a part of a loving church family can help you raise your children in the ways of the Lord. We see throughout scripture the practice of parents presenting their children to the Lord for God's blessing upon their family and to dedicate their child unto the Lord (Luke 2:22, Mark 10:13).

Although this act does not ensure the salvation of the child, it is a powerful declaration before the Lord and the broader church family of the parents' intent to train and teach their children to follow Jesus.

If you would like to sign-up your little one to be dedicated on Sunday, July 30, click the link here and fill out the form online: www.fccdc.com/babydedications

Join us Thursday, July 27 from 7:30pm-9:30pm at Long Branch Lagoon. Only $2 per person.

This event is now FREE! Are you a young adult in your 20s or 30s looking for a fun and exciting way to meet new people and build relationships with others your age? If so, we have the perfect event for you!

Join us for an evening of 18 holes of miniature golf, delicious food, and great company. Our event is designed to help young adults like you connect with others and form lasting relationships.

Our event takes place on Friday, July 21 from 7:30pm - 9:30pm at 205 W La Mesa Dr. Dinner will be provided for free, so all you need to bring is your enthusiasm and mini golf skills. We only have 40 tickets available, get yours here: FCC Young Adults Mini Golf 

If you have any questions or want to learn more, contact the church office at 620-227-8686 or email office@fccdc.com

SAVE THE DATE

Men’s Golf Outing

June 17 at 9:00 AM

(More details coming soon)