ST. CHARLES/SOUTH ELGIN
DECEMBER 28 SERVICE
On the weekend between Christmas and New Year, there will be NO SERVICE on Saturday, December 27. Sunday services will be normal times: 9 & 11am.
Bring your friends and family for Pancake and Pizza-Palooza on December 28 after 9am and 11am services! Food and fun games for all ages. The Impossible Putt Challenge is back!
TWO-YEAR CAMPAIGN & 2025 YEAR-END GIFT
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.
NEW TO THE CHURCH? NEW TO FAITH? NEEDING COMMUNITY?
Rooted is our church's 10-week, group-based experience that will help you develop Christ-centered rhythms to deepen your connection with God, the church, and your purpose. Each week of Rooted focuses on topics and rhythms essential to living as a disciple of Jesus. You will learn about God and prayer, suffering and repentance, serving and generous living, sharing your story and worship, all through the lens of God's Word.
CARE NIGHT IN THE NEW YEAR
New year. New opportunities. Tuesday, January 6, Care Night at Christ Community is back! This is your opportunity to step into a fresh season of spiritual, emotional, mental, and relational wellness, connect with others, and find real support for real life.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety or depression, seeking ways to strengthen your marriage, walking through grief, overcoming addiction, or simply want a safe space to grow in Christ, Care Night offers a wide variety of groups designed to meet you where you are.
Don’t let another year pass without starting this journey. Let 2026 be the start of healing, growth, and hope—together!
LOOKING FOR A COMMUNITY GROUP?
Sunday, January 11 | 12:15 - 2 pm | Lunch is served, childcare available at registration
Start the new year with a Community Group. Community Group Basics is a one-time session to hear about the vision behind Community Groups, what to expect, and how to get started. Whether this is your first time exploring a Community Group or you've been in several Community Groups before — this is a great place to start. Lunch will be provided!
SAVE THE DATE
Friday & Saturday, February 27/28
Christ Community believes strong marriages create strong families and a strong community. You are invited to the Christ Community Marriage Conference, rooted in Philippians 3:7–14, as we learn to “press on” together in faith and love. Through breakout sessions on Healing from Brokenness, Sexual Intimacy in Marriage, Speaking Each Other’s Language, and Growing Together Spiritually, you and your spouse will gain practical tools, renewed encouragement, and a Christ-centered vision for your relationship. Whether you’re thriving, struggling, or simply wanting to grow, this conference will equip you to move forward with purpose, unity, and hope.
JANUARY WOMEN'S EVENT
A fun night filled with good cocoa, a guided painting session, and connecting with other women. No artistic ability required, just a desire to have fun.
When: Friday, January 30, 6:30-8:30pm
Cost: $20
JANUARY SESSIONS
Financial Peace University is a life-changing 9-week program that takes the knowledge of the Bible and turns it into real action in our lives through a simple step-by-step process.
We will have two-course offerings this winter to choose from:
Tuesdays, January 27-March 24, 2026 @ 6:30-8:30pm (Childcare available only on Tuesday; register here)
Sundays, January 25-March 22, 2026 @ 1:15-3:15pm
TRIPS FORMING FOR EARLY 2026
Jesus calls us to go to the nations in his name. Don't hesitate to respond to the call before your team fills up! 2026 trips are now live on the website.
Featured Trip: Spring Break 2026 in the Czech Republic for high school students and adults! Serve on a GO Team with our partners in local schools. No experience necessary! From March 26 to April 3, 2026, you will engage Czech students in conversational English by connecting in small groups, playing games and other fun activities. Make new friends this spring!
MONTHLY FREE YOUNG ADULT DINNER
College and 20-somethings: Join us for our monthly Young Adults dinner on the 2nd Monday of every month (7-8:30pm)! Enjoy a good (free) meal at the St. Charles/South Elgin Campus with other people in your season of life and find belonging. There will be worship and teaching that is specifically designed with young adults in mind. This is a perfect “first step” into community. These dinners will also provide you with an opportunity to join a Young Adult Community Group.
Our Young Adult Community Groups use curriculum based on the previous weekend's sermon at Christ Community Church. To fully engage in this young adults community, we encourage everyone to attend a weekend service to follow along with the content.
FIRST SATURDAY NIGHTS ARE NOW GAME NIGHTS
Do you like group board games or casual strategy games? Bring your friends, family, or favorite games to the St. Charles/South Elgin Campus on the first Saturday night of every month after service for some fun and new friends.
All ages are welcome; under 18 requires a parent/adult present. No registration needed.
STORIES & MUSIC FOR LITTLES
Children 18 months to 4 years, and their caregivers, are invited this January to KidsWorld Storytime, a fun and meaningful time filled with stories, music, hands-on activities, and playtime!
Dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28; 10-11am
NAVIGATING MENTAL HEALTH AS A FAMILY
As parents, we want to do everything we can to support our kids, but navigating mental health can feel overwhelming. That's why we're hosting a Parent Pathway to address this reality for parents just like you! Join us for our Parent Pathway LIVE: Navigating Mental Health as a Family for parents and guardians.
We'll hear from our Central Care Pastor, Megan Clunan. Pastor Megan is also a licensed counselor, and she'll share simple, practical tools to help you build stronger relationships, support your family's mental health, and approach these challenges with confidence. During this event, you’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions in a safe, supportive space. Get ready to come together, break the stigma, and lean into what God can do in and through our families.
January 23, 2026 | 6:30-8pm
$15 per person, includes dinner
WINTER FUN FOR PRESCHOOLERS & THEIR GROWNUPS
You're invited to Spot and Dot’s Snow Day Party on February 7! Invite your friends and join us for this fun event designed for preschoolers and their grownups to experience together. We will enjoy snowy day games, crafts, snacks, and even an indoor snowball fight! We’ll have fun discovering more about how God made us and loves us along with our doggie friends Spot and Dot.
Saturday, February 7, 3:30-4:30pm
We can’t wait to see you and your friends there! Come for the party, stay for the 5pm service!
Cost: $5 per child, grownups attend free!
Registration is required for participation
January 23, 2026 | 6:30-8pm
$15 per person, includes dinner
Financial Coaching
If you find yourself wondering where all your money is going, if your debt is growing instead of shrinking, or if you find yourself asking, “Does my spending accurately reflect my heart and values?” … a financial coach may be a solution you didn’t even realize you needed. Christ Community’s financial coaching ministry makes it simple to connect with a partner who can help you meet your goals. Our coaches (available for all campuses) can provide a review of your budget, expertise, and encouragement to help you gain some traction in the budgeting process.
WORKPLACE PRAYER GUIDES
On any given day at work, we might experience a number of challenging situations — whether that's dealing with a difficult boss, getting overlooked for a promotion, or experiencing a sense of purposelessness in our work. That's why we've developed audio prayer guides that address a variety of situations, so that they can help you pray through the specific situation you're facing.
MIDWEEK ELEMENTARY BIBLE PROGRAM
Your kids are invited to Epic at the St. Charles/South Elgin Campus on Wednesday nights from 6:30–8pm, September 17 through April 29! Elementary kids will build friendships, have fun, and dive into God’s Word together as they discover his epic story.
WORK WHERE YOU WORSHIP
Christ Community Church is hiring! Openings are available for most campuses.
Click below for details and to apply!
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.
EQUIPPING & ENCOURAGING HOMESCHOOL PARENTS
Christ Community Church partners with A Latere Academy to host a hybrid school at the St. Charles/South Elgin Campus. A Latere offers a classical Christian program that prepares, equips and encourages homeschool parents. The school provides classroom learning two days a week at the St. Charles/South Elgin Campus (Tuesdays & Thursdays) for 4-year-olds through 8th grade students and a streamlined curriculum plan for the rest of the week.
60+ WEEKLY MINISTRY
Thursdays, 11am - 1pm
Primetimers is for those 60+ who are looking for fun, fellowship, and friendships. Join us as we dive into the Word, serve our community, and do life together. Bring a friend!
SUNDAY MIDDLE SCHOOL SERVICE
Middle School Students are invited to REMIX during the first Sunday service (St. Charles/South Elgin: 9am) 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!
FIND YOUR PLACE TO SERVE
We want to help you find the place where you can use your unique gifts and abilities to impact our church and world. Serving is a great way to meet others, make an impact, and make Christ Community your church.
WHAT'S NEXT?
The Discipleship Guide is a simple tool to help you take your next step in faith.
BIBLE READING
Dig into God's Word with the Bible Savvy 4-year Bible reading plan and podcast.