DEKALB
5K & 1-MILE FUN RUN
On July 26, the DeKalb Campus is hosting the Aruna Run for Her Freedom. Aruna is an international human rights non-profit dedicated to creating lifelong freedom for survivors of human trafficking. 100% of registration fees help free, employ, and empower trafficked women. There will be a 5K as well as a 1 mile fun run. Grab some friends, lace up your shoes, and let's run together for Her Freedom.
AUGUST 23 & 24 BAPTISM
Baptism is a celebration. It is an opportunity to follow Jesus’ example and teaching by publicly proclaiming our identification with him. By being baptized, we announce that Jesus has washed away our sin and has given us new life.
Prior to baptism, participants must attend a one-hour class designed to share the biblical and practical purposes of baptism, to help you discover if baptism is the right step for you.
Classes:
● Saturday, July 26 at 6:30pm
● Sunday, July 27 at 11:10am
● Wednesday, July 30 at 6:30pm
SUPPLY DRIVE
Help meet the needs of local kids by donating school supplies for the coming school year!
You can donate two ways:
(1) drop-off a backpack already filled with school supplies, or
(2) drop off individual supplies in collection bins in the Atrium or KidsWorld at your campus.
We are collecting supplies July 12-27.
JOIN THE FACILITY SET-UP TEAM
Looking for a great "behind the scenes" serving role that fits your schedule? Join our facility set-up team and serve once a week for a couple of hours setting up tables and chairs. Contact Larry Lovejoy at llovejoy@ccclife.org
STUDENT SUMMER EVENTS
See what the middle and high school students of the DeKalb Campus are up to this summer!
JULY 23 | OTTER COVE AQUATIC PARK
AUGUST 6 | MOVIE NIGHT
FOOD FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
The DeKalb Campus is partnering with Network of Nations and stock their food pantry for International Students. We will provide them with DRIED chickpeas. Please pick up an extra bag or two every time you shop, and drop it off at church.
REACH THE NATIONS
Is 2025 the year you will GO? Don't hesitate to respond to the call before your team fills up! Trips for 2025-2027 are now live on the website.
A RIDE FOR THE VULNERABLE
Ride for Hope is a free June-August virtual cycling event open to riders of all ages and experience levels. Whether you choose to ride on a stationary bike at home or on a local trail, your miles contribute to a greater purpose—supporting sex trafficking survivors on their journey to healing. Cycle all summer, log your miles, raise funds, and then come together for a big celebration on September 5!
Ride for Hope kicks off June 7 & 8 when rider packets will be available.
On the last Saturday of each month, we will host a community ride where you can gather with fellow participants, enjoy the camaraderie, and continue making an impact together.
JOIN THE FACILITY SET-UP TEAM
Looking for a great "behind the scenes" serving role that fits your schedule? Join our facility set-up team and serve once a week for a couple of hours setting up tables and chairs. Contact Larry Lovejoy at llovejoy@ccclife.org
MEN'S PRAYER BREAKFAST
Imagine the impact on our church and families if all of the men at Christ Community gathered in community to pray. Join us for breakfast, time in Scripture, and, of course, prayer!
The third Saturday of the month, DeKalb Campus 7:30-8:30am Please register below; it helps with food planning.
The men's prayer gathering will not be meeting in the months of July and August.
ONE-DAY EDUCATION CONFERENCE
Thursday, July 31, 8:30am-4pm
Christ Community Church, Aurora Campus
Christ Community is partnering with the Christian Educators Association to host Awake — a one-day conference for anyone who considers themselves an educator. At this conference, you’ll see how God can use you in your context and what it looks like to invite Jesus into all of your work.
This experience includes:
📖 Intentional time alone with God
📖 Discussion and connection with other Christian educators
📖 Bible study and applying Scriptural truths to our lives
📖 Training in legal freedoms for public school educators
📖 Discovering truths that will transform the way we see our jobs as educators
Registration fee: $35 through July 17, $40 after July 17
ON-DEMAND BIBLE 101 CLASS
If the Bible feels intimidating and you're unsure where to start, our self-paced online course, Getting Started with the Bible, is for you! This course breaks down the basics and offers practical tips for reading and understanding the text. Sign up today to gain the confidence you need to incorporate daily Bible reading in your life; no prior knowledge is necessary. Start whenever, take whenever.
ANNOUNCING: LANGUAGE TRANSLATION & CAPTIONING
Christ Community Church services offer AI translation into 50+ languages and real-time English closed captioning (cc) for the hearing impaired. Right on your own device. Please bring your own ear buds for listening.
TWO-YEAR COMMITMENT
Christ Community Church has launched a two-year campaign to adopt and revitalize two struggling churches in communities that need healthy, gospel-proclaiming churches like Christ Community.
Whether you’re brand new or have been giving to Christ Community for a long time, you’re invited to prayerfully consider taking a bold step forward. You can still make your commitment.
MIDDLE SCHOOL SUNDAY SERVICE
Middle School Students are invited to REMIX during the first Sunday service (9:10am) each week. We will gather for worship, Bible teaching, discussion, and fun games! Remix is a service designed just for middle school students at Christ Community Church. Remix is open to all sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade students. Friends and visitors are always welcome!
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BIBLE READING
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WHAT'S NEXT?
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