Summer | Friends Church

The Future Is Bright

Summer is a special season at Friends Church. It is a time when longer days and warmer weather create unique opportunities to grow in faith and deepen community. Check out our events to see all the ways you can get involved this Summer.

ADULTS KIDS STUDENTS

SUNDAYS THIS SUMMER

Join us on Sundays this Summer as we worship and learn more about what it means to follow Jesus. We are excited for these upcoming sermon series and events. We hope you and your family will join us!

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Summer Road Trip: Following God Through Twists, Turns, and Detours

Summer is a season of movement—packed bags, open highways, unexpected detours, and moments you didn’t plan for but won’t forget. And in many ways, that’s exactly how faith works.

Summer Road Trip is a journey through the life of Jacob—a man whose walk with God was anything but direct. His story is filled with wrong turns, long stretches of uncertainty, surprising encounters with God, and moments where obedience was forged not in comfort, but on the move.

This series reminds us that discipleship isn’t discovered in a classroom or mastered in theory—it’s formed on the road. God shapes us as we step out, make mistakes, face consequences, and keep going anyway. Along the way, we begin to discover not only who God is, but who we are becoming.

If you’ve ever felt like your life isn’t going according to plan—or wondered if God is still at work in the detours—this series is for you.

Because you don’t discover who you are until you hit the road with God.

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June 21: Father’s Day

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June 28th:: Pinewood Derby

Welcome to the exciting world of Pinewood Derby® racing – a creative challenge that combines engineering, artistry, and a whole a lot of fun. These mini race cars are carved from a simple block of wood, fitted with wheels, and customized to match your wildest ideas. No experience required!

July 5th: Freedom Sunday

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July 12th: beach bum Sunday

July 19th: ball park Sunday

July 26th: Christmas in July

NEXT STEPS

Ready to go deeper in your faith? We want to help you take your next best step. Click the link for information about classes and discipleship resources.

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ADULTS

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June 18th • SERVE: Men’s City Mission Dinner

Help us reach hearts and change the lives of those in crisis in Cleveland by serving at The City Mission Men’s Shelter. Together, we’ll supply, prepare, and serve a meal to men in crisis, helping the City Mission of Cleveland help them overcome their unique, complex paths to homelessness.

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July 21st • SERVE at City Mission

Help us reach hearts and change the lives of those in crisis in Cleveland by serving at The City Mission Women’s Shelter. Together, we’ll supply, prepare, and serve a meal to men in crisis, helping the City Mission of Cleveland help them overcome their unique, complex paths to homelessness.

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JULY 12th: Congregational Meeting

Every July, our members gather for our Annual Congregational Meeting to celebrate what God did over the last budget year at Friends Church, Reconcile what we wanted to do and actually did (budget, plans, etc.), and share and approve our direction for the next year.

It is meant to be a time of fellowship, celebration, and prayer—a time and place where we come together and celebrate how God built His church.

Though only members may vote, we encourage all who consider Friends Church their home church to attend.

August 29th: Golf Scramble

Grab your clubs and join us for the Friends Church Golf Scramble—a fun and relaxed day on the course where community comes first. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just out for the laughs, this event is all about connecting with others, enjoying God’s creation, and building lasting friendships along the way. Come team up, tee off, and make some great summer memories with us. You don’t have to be a pro—just come ready for fun and fellowship!

June 6th & August 1st : Men's Monthly Breakfast

We firmly believe that the journey to being a better man is not meant to be walked alone. So, if you’re looking for an environment to continue developing as a man, we encourage you to join us at our monthly Men’s Breakfast. Every month, we gather to pray, encourage one another, sharpen each other, and have a lot of fun!

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June 16th: Widows Connection

A place to connect. A place to heal. A place where we choose joy. Widows Connection is a welcoming space created especially for widows to gather for encouragement, prayer, and meaningful fellowship. Whether your loss is recent or years behind you, this community exists to remind you that you are not alone—and that joy is still possible.

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KIDS

This Summer, give your kids a season full of faith, family, and friendship through our exciting Kids Ministry events at Friends Church!

Family Jam: Road trip Edition

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AUGUST 16th: Back In The Saddle

Back In The Saddle is a fun-filled evening for the family that’s about more than just boots, hats, and bull riding! Come dressed in your best western gear and enjoy a night designed to help your whole family prepare for the next school year, get focused, and learn how to grow in your faith in the season ahead. Kids will enjoy an inspiring, age-appropriate message, our youth will gather for powerful worship and teaching, and parents will hear all about the exciting upcoming Fall session of our Parenting Ministry. It’s a perfect way to come together as a family, build community, and step into the new season spiritually refreshed and ready. Don’t miss it—it’s going to be a downright good time!

STUDENTS

This Summer, get your students plug into wild games, real conversations, and honest moments of faith that actually connect. Build faith, deepen family connections, and strengthen friendships through our engaging Students Ministry events at Friends Church.

July 13-17th: Friends Youth Camp

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AUGUST 16th: Back In The Saddle

Back In The Saddle is a fun-filled evening for the family that’s about more than just boots, hats, and bull riding! Come dressed in your best western gear and enjoy a night designed to help your whole family prepare for the next school year, get focused, and learn how to grow in your faith in the season ahead. Kids will enjoy an inspiring, age-appropriate message, our youth will gather for powerful worship and teaching, and parents will hear all about the exciting upcoming Fall session of our Parenting Ministry. It’s a perfect way to come together as a family, build community, and step into the new season spiritually refreshed and ready. Don’t miss it—it’s going to be a downright good time!

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