CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE TIMES

3:30 PM & 5 PM

NORTH | SALEM

We look forward to seeing you for a Christmas Eve candlelight service. All services will have a similar format and will be available online at fcclife.org for those who cannot attend in person. These are family-friendly services. We will not have Kids Life and Student Life classes so your whole family can worship together.

FCC ESPAÑOL: December 23 | 7 PM | Salem Annex

BAPTISM cLASS

December 14, 9:00-10:45 AM

If you’ve made a commitment to follow Christ, the next step is baptism, and FCC has a class just for you! You’ll learn: what baptism means, why you should be baptized, who should be baptized, and how to clearly communicate your decision to follow Christ. 

For Adults and Youth (6th grade & up). For the Children’s Baptism Class, visit here.

NORTH: 9:00 AM–10:45 AM, Room 2102

SALEM: 9:00 AM–10:45 AM, Room 2101

NIGHT OF CHRISTMAS CHEER

DECEMBER 12 | 6-8 PM

NORTH CAMPUS

Celebrate a Traditional Family Christmas Night!

Join the NC family for an evening of festive fun and Christmas cheer! Enjoy games, trivia, Bible bingo, prizes, cookie decorating, and our ugly/best Christmas sweater contest—all in the Worship Center. Then gather outside around the fire pit as John plays Christmas favorites to close out the night. Hot chocolate and cider will be served!

CHRISTMAS DINNER
DECEMBER 9 & 10 | 5:45 PM | SALEM

Celebrate the season with your FCC family at the annual Christmas Dinner! It will be a joyful evening filled with live music, a festive skit, Christmas carols, kid-friendly activities, a short devotion, and a delicious meal!

Both evenings offer the same program—choose the one that fits your schedule best!

Childcare will be available for birth through Pre-K after the meal portion, with registration.

MENU:
Baked Chicken & Honey-Glazed Ham, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy,  Macaroni and Cheese, Southern Green Beans, Garden Salad, Dinner Rolls, Cookies, & Banana Pudding
Children’s Option: Chicken Tenders
Drinks: Water & Iced Tea

MUSIC:
December 9, Salem High School Jazz Band
December 10, Trio of Roanoke Symphony Orchestra musicians

TICKETS:
Limited Capacity: 300 guests per night

Tickets are available online from November 30-December 7, and in-person on November 30 & December 7.

COST:
Adult: $10
Child (Age 4–10): $8
Child (Age 3 & under): Free
Family Rate: $40 (If the tickets being purchased for your household exceed $40 when purchased individually, choose this option for a $40 Family Rate. All ticketholders must live in the same household.)

Don’t miss this special night of food, fellowship, and Christmas cheer! 

CHRISTMAS DINNER
DECEMBER 9 & 10 | 5:45 PM | SALEM

Celebrate the season with your FCC family at the annual Christmas Dinner! It will be a joyful evening filled with live music, a festive skit, Christmas carols, kid-friendly activities, a short devotion, and a delicious meal!

Both evenings offer the same program—choose the one that fits your schedule best!

Childcare will be available for birth through Pre-K after the meal portion, with registration.

MENU:
Baked Chicken & Honey-Glazed Ham, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy,  Macaroni and Cheese, Southern Green Beans, Garden Salad, Dinner Rolls, Cookies, & Banana Pudding
Children’s Option: Chicken Tenders
Drinks: Water & Iced Tea

MUSIC:
December 9, Salem High School Jazz Band
December 10, Trio of Roanoke Symphony Orchestra musicians

TICKETS:
Limited Capacity: 300 guests per night

Tickets are available online from November 30-December 7, and in-person on November 30 & December 7.

COST:
Adult: $10
Child (Age 4–10): $8
Child (Age 3 & under): Free
Family Rate: $40 (If the tickets being purchased for your household exceed $40 when purchased individually, choose this option for a $40 Family Rate. All ticketholders must live in the same household.)

Don’t miss this special night of food, fellowship, and Christmas cheer! 

CENA DE NAVIDAD

8 DE DICIEMBRE | 6-8:30 PM | SALEM

¡Celebra la Navidad con tu familia de FCC en Español en la cena navideña anual! Será una velada llena de alegría con música en vivo, juegos, testimonios, una breve reflexión Bíblica y una deliciosa comida.

ENTRADAS: Aforo limitado: 200 personas Las entradas estarán disponibles en línea: del 30 de noviembre al 7 de diciembre y en persona los días 30 de noviembre y 7 de diciembre.

PRECIO: Adulto: $10 Niños (4-10 años): $8 Niño (3 años o menos): Gratis Tarifa familiar: $40 (Si el precio de las entradas para su hogar supera los $40 al comprarlas individualmente, elija esta opción para obtener la tarifa familiar de $40. Todos los asistentes deben vivir en el mismo domicilio).

¡No se pierda esta noche especial de comida, convivencia y ambiente navideño!

CELEBRATE RECOVERY-THANKSGIVING FAMILY POTLUCK & GAME NIGHT

Thursday, November 27 | 5:30-8 PM

FCC North Campus, 7640 Alpine Rd.

CHILDREN ARE WELCOME!

Turkey & Drink Provided. Please bring a side or dessert to share.

RSVP to FCClifeCR@gmail.com or 540-330-4789

OPERATION TURKEY DROP

This Thanksgiving Day, we are excited to express our gratitude for our local First Responders, who sacrifice time with their families to protect and serve our communities. 

We aim to provide meals for nearly 700 people at 40 locations throughout the Roanoke Valley, including fire and police stations, emergency rooms, dispatch centers, and jails. 

There are several ways you can participate:

·      Cook food from the menu provided and bring to your campus on Thanksgiving morning.

·      Purchase pre-made pies, bread, cranberries, and/or gravy and drop off at your campus prior to Thanksgiving or on Thanksgiving Day.

·      Make a financial donation and we will purchase a cooked turkey on your behalf.

·      Volunteer to deliver a meal from your campus to a first responder on Thanksgiving morning.

Thank you for your help serving our First Responders! ALL SPACES HAVE BEEN FILLED!

ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING

NOVEMBER 19, 7:30-8:00 PM | SALEM CAMPUS

Please join us for the Annual Business Meeting on Wednesday, November 19, from 7:30-8:00 PM at Salem Campus. Members will vote on the proposed budget and Elder recommendations for 2026. Copies of the budget and Elder recommendations are available at each campus.

CHRISTMAS GIFT BAG DRIVE

NOVEMBER 2-16

Christmas season is fast approaching and it is time for our annual Christmas Bag collection! This is a great opportunity to take a bag and shop for the items on the list as a family. By filling a bag and bringing it back, we are providing Christmas gifts for children/students in our 6 adopted schools, as well as those in Bradshaw, WV. Thank you for being a church on mission as we reach the Roanoke Valley, nation, and world.

Bags are available at doors beginning November 2.

Parent-Child Dedication

November 19 Services | NORTH & SALEM

To participate in Parent/Child Dedication during service on November 16, you must attend the Parent/Child Dedication Workshop on November 9.

Workshop | November 9

10:45 AM-12:00 PM | NORTH & SALEM

Parent-Child Dedication is an opportunity to publicly express the commitment to lead and nurture your child to love God and love others. During this service, you will be challenged and encouraged through prayer and support from the church.

Workshop registration closes on November 5.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY

FALL INTO GRATITUDE

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 | 6:30-8 PM | NORTH CAMPUS

Join us for a special night of worship, devotion, prayer, & fellowship. We'll share personal testimonies, praise God together, and enjoy light refreshments.

Donations are welcome at the door to support the Community Christmas Store.

BAPTISM cLASS

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 9:00-10:45 AM

If you’ve made a commitment to follow Christ, the next step is baptism, and FCC has a class just for you! You’ll learn: what baptism means, why you should be baptized, who should be baptized, and how to clearly communicate your decision to follow Christ. 

For Adults and Youth (6th grade & up). For the Children’s Baptism Class, visit here.

NORTH: 9:00 AM–10:45 AM, Room 2102

SALEM: 9:00 AM–10:45 AM, Room 2101

FAMILY FUN NIGHT AT THE TRAMPOLINE PARK

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3 | 6-8 PM

Join Salem Campus Kids Life for a Night of Family Fun!
Come bounce with us at the Launching Pad in Salem on Monday, November 3. For just $10 (socks included), your child can jump and play from 6-8 PM. With no school on Tuesday, it’s the perfect chance to burn off some energy and enjoy time together as a family!

Open to kids in PreK–5th grade.

All participants must fill out a waiver for all attractions. Follow the links below to complete.
Online Waiver   OR    Print Waiver

YOUTH SOCCER CLINIC
NOVEMBER 1 • 3-5 PM
NORTH CAMPUS YARD

Our goal is to have fun! Youth Soccer Clinic for ages 8-13.
No equipment needed. Bring a water bottle.

Limited space available.
Registration closes October 29.

TRUNK OR TREAT BLOCK PARTY

NORTH CAMPUS ONLY

October 31 | 6-7:30 PM

FREE FUN!

Come hang out with us for a night of fun, friends, and treats! Wear your favorite (non-scary) costume and enjoy safe, family-friendly Trick-or-Treating at North Campus. We’ll have inflatables, hot dogs, apple cider, games, and even a photo booth to capture the smiles!

Don’t miss out on the fun! Decorate your trunk and hand out candy with us!

Candy donations are being accepted in the North Campus Lobby.

BLESSING SHOWER

Hosted by the Generation Ministry

OCTOBER 27 | 6-8 PM | ANNEX, Salem

Help us collect much-needed “unwrapped” essentials to support the Care Portal Ministry and make a lasting impact on children and their families. Items will be used to fulfill requests but also to add a little something to bring a smile to their faces that they normally would not receive.

Join us for light refreshments, games, and prizes! Please RSVP by emailing kwalker@fcclife.org by October 23.

ITEMS BEING COLLECTED INCLUDE:

• Diapers (sizes 3-6)

• Wipes

• Baby/Children Clothing (sizes 9 mos-5)

• Baby/Children Hygiene Items

• Children’s Books

• Children’s Games

• Sheet Sets (sizes toddler, twin, full, queen)

• Comforters (sizes twin, full, queen)

• Women’s Hygiene Items (deodorant, shampoos, body wash, toothbrushes/toothpaste)

• Towels & Wash Cloths

• Kitchen Towels, Dishcloths

• Cleaning Supplies

• Laundry Detergent

NEXT STEPS CLASS

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26

SALEM: 9-11:45 AM, Room 2101

NORTH: 9-11:45 AM, Room 2102

NEXT STEPS is a class to help you connect to Fellowship Community Church. If you want to learn more about Fellowship and your journey with Jesus, this class is the next step you need to take.

During NEXT STEPS, we will be answering questions about:

• What does it mean to be a Christ follower?

• What are our basic Biblical beliefs?

• What are opportunities for church involvement?

• How do I build community within the church?

LIFE GROUP EQUIP

OCTOBER 22, 6-7:30 PM

SALEM CAMPUS, REFUGE

Join us for our Life Group Leaders Equip Training!
We will be talking through how to move your group toward becoming a caring community. We will also discuss Fall plans and events, as well as the calendar through the end of the year. Finally, we will review the new and improved Life Group Leader Handbook.

GENERATIONS, RESCUE MISSION

OCTOBER 21, 9-11 AM

Join the Generations Ministry as they serve food and pack food boxes at the Rescue Mission of Roanoke. Meet at 402 4th St. SE, Roanoke.

RSVP to kwalker@fcclife. org.

RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE

OCTOBER 13 | 1-5 PM

FELLOWSHIP HALL, SALEM CAMPUS

Donate blood and help save lives!

Schedule an appointment by doing one of the following:

• Email Kathy Walker (kwalker@fcclife.org)

• Visit www.redcrossblood.org and search for Fellowship Community Church

• Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)

BAPTISM cLASS

October 12, 9:00-10:45 AM

If you’ve made a commitment to follow Christ, the next step is baptism, and FCC has a class just for you! You’ll learn: what baptism means, why you should be baptized, who should be baptized, and how to clearly communicate your decision to follow Christ. 

For Adults and Youth (6th grade & up). For the Children’s Baptism Class, visit here.

NORTH: 9:00 AM–10:45 AM, Room 2102

SALEM: 9:00 AM–10:45 AM, Room 2101

HOW TO STUDY THE BIBLE CLASS

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12  |  9-11:45 AM  |  SALEM CAMPUS

*Prerequisite: How to Read the Bible Class

Learn to study the scriptures with both your mind and your heart. In this class, you will learn how to articulate the purpose of the Bible, the proper exegesis of a passage, the different writing styles in the scriptures, and a study method involving comprehension, interpretation, application, and prayer. If you have taken the How to Read the Bible Class, we invite you to join us for this informative class.
Childcare is provided through our regular Kids Life Classes, birth - 5th grade.
 
SALEM CAMPUS: Room 2101

UNLIMITED GOLF TOURNAMENT

HANGING ROCK GOLF CLUB

Friday, October 10 | 9 AM - 2 PM

Support the Unlimited ministry with a fun day of playing in the annual golf tournament fundraiser! All proceeds go to support the Unlimited Ministry. Unlimited cares for families in the Roanoke Valley who have a child or adult family member with special needs by providing programs throughout the year, for both children and adults.

Early Bird Registration, through September 7: $275 per team

Registration September 8-28: $300 per team

Sponsorship Opportunities Available

GENERATIONS: GUEST SPEAKER, ROBBIE WILLARD

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8 | 9:30-11:45 AM

SALEM, ROOM 1103

Robbie Willard will join the Generations Ministry for a breakfast biscuit at 9.30 AM, then he will share about his ministry at FCC.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 5

9 & 10:45 AM Services

3rd grade students will receive Bibles during 9 & 10:45 AM services. A workshop for students and parents will take place in their Kids Life classroom after bibles are presented in service.

GENERATIONS: FOOTBALL GAME

ROANOKE COLLEGE VS. RANDOLPH-MACON COLLEGE

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4

Meet in the parking lot of the Salem Stadium zt 12.30 PM for a tailgate lunch, followed by the game.

Email kwalker@fcclife.org to register.

ALL CAMPUS STUDENT LIFE LOCK-IN
OCTOBER 3-4, 10 PM- 8 AM

This year, we flipped the Student Life Fall Retreat and Winter Lock-In, so join us for a Fall Lock-In! Come out for a whole night of fun, faith, and friends! This is our largest student event each year so sign up early!

Similar to previous years, we will begin off-site at the Launching Pad for a private event from 10-Midnight. Then we will go to the Salem Campus for worship, snacks, games, etc. Breakfast will be served at 7 AM and everyone will be out by 8 AM.

SOLD OUT!

This event is for Student Ministry, grades 6-12. Every Student Must Fill Out the 2025/26 Student Covenant for this event.

There must be a  2025/26 Student Release Form on file for each student. If you have not filled out one since August 1, please fill out this form. This form only needs to be filled out once between August 1, 2025 and July 31, 2026.

UNLIMITED ONLINE SILENT AUCTION

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 2 | 9 AM-9 PM

The Unlimited Online Auction will take place on our Facebook page and you don’t want to miss it! You can show your support by donating goods or services to be sold in the auction, or by participating in the auction on the FCC Facebook page between 9 AM-9 PM on Thursday, October 2. Thank you for your support as we serve individuals with special needs, and their families!

We will be auctioning off many different items donated by individuals and local businesses in the Roanoke Valley. ALL the proceeds will go directly to ministry for children and adults with special needs.

Please join us for this awesome day full of friendly shopping competition. Bid on items that interest you, and raise money for an incredible cause! You can help by inviting all your friends and family to join us for this online silent auction!

We are still adding donated items to our inventory for the auction, so please contact our Unlimited Director Patrice Smelser at: psmelser@fcclife.org to donate.

Thank you for your support!

Volleyball Open Gym | ALL AGES

6-8 PM | Salem Gym

Open Gym for anyone interested in playing volleyball. Monday nights through September 29.