We are collecting new or used men's winter coats, hats, and gloves. The requested sizes are Large, XL, and XXL. Women's coats, gloves, and hats are also in need, but the predominant need is for men's items. The collection container is located next to Reach Central (world map at Event Center) - drop-off by Friday, December 8th.

This women's event is an invitation to intentionally make space to seek Jesus amid the season. We'll gather for a time of worship, teaching, and fellowship. We're offering two options for this event: Morning Session: 9:30-12:30 at The Branch Evening Session: 6:30-8:00 in Mark/Luke rooms Deadline to sign-up is Monday, December 4th

On the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m., the Women's Ministry hosts a Craft Night at The Branch, where women can gather to work on a variety of craft and hobby projects. Whether you're new to a hobby, have pinned inspiring project ideas (yet haven't started), or just want an opportunity to make new friends, we'd love for you to join us!

The Gingerbread Bash is a fun, hands-on Christmas event for kids and families. We will build gingerbread nativities, hear the Christmas story from the Bible, sing songs, and discover the life-changing gift of God's Son, Jesus. It's perfect for all ages. Deadline to register is December 3rd.

eConnect is a one-hour session that will help acquaint you with our ministry and give you a basic understanding of what we believe as a church. eConnect is held on the second Sunday at 11:00 a.m. in Room 169, which is located in the hallway between the Worship Center and Kids' Walk.

The meal is a carry-in potluck, and we'll provide holiday ham as well as breakfast meats. If you'd like to join in the potluck, please bring a brunch dish to share. After the meal, we will enjoy a Christmas Concert performed by students from Emmanuel Christian School singing about the Glory of God, Jesus in a Manger, and the Joy of Christmas!

Connect with other women as we sing holiday carols and decorate cookies while enjoying a festive gathering together! We will also be having an OPTIONAL Cookie Exchange, where each person brings four dozen of your favorite cookies--and you get to take home four dozen!

Our Women's Ministry is partnering with Redemption House to collect new bathrobes and slippers for women in the community. You will be given the name of a woman that you can be specifically praying for, as well as her preferred sizes and colors of the bathrobe and slippers. Click 'Learn More' to see how you can participate.

Please join us for our Young Adult Christmas party! This is a great opportunity to meet other young adults for food and fellowship.

In this 6-week women's study from Scarlet Hiltibidal, discover the deep, freeing truth that being undone is the right place to start. Move beyond your shame to the thrill that comes from a relationship with Jesus. We were made to live in the light—confessing and repenting and renouncing our shame—because Jesus experienced shame in our place. Deadline to register is January 3rd.

The 12 Big Things program offers a survey and a brief study of some of the most basic but frequently contested elements of a Scripture-centered worldview. It hopes to provoke the undecided, energize the already professing, and encourage the non-believing to a deeper thought about what Christians hold to and how it relates to their world at large. The deadline to register is January 3rd.

Designed to follow specific themes through the Bible, Grow In His Word is an orderly study that provides “hooks” and memory tools to help students grasp not only what happened in Scripture but in what order! Join us for Part 1 of this 4-part series that begins to unpack the Old Testament by focusing on the story of the chosen people and their history, which leads to Christ. Deadline to register is January 3rd.

Tactics provides a real-world game plan for communicating the compelling truth about Christianity with confidence and grace. This study is helpful for anyone looking for ways to (1) initiate conversations about faith, (2) clearly present the truth, (3) graciously expose faulty thinking, (4) manage the details of dialogue, and (5) maintain an engaging, disarming style even under attack. Deadline to register January 3rd.

Everyone is going to face challenges in life. The question isn’t when but HOW will we deal with these challenges. In this four-week men's study, we will be looking at Nehemiah and discovering the principles he used to help him overcome the challenges he faced. Deadline to register is January 3rd.

In this 7-session study, you’ll learn that God welcomes your praise, lament, thanksgiving, and intercession. You’ll see examples of how to pray when you’re alone and when you’re gathered with others. Above all, you’ll notice there’s no one right way to pray.

a.b.l.e. Friend's Club is for families with a child(ren) with special needs and their siblings. Join us for Friend's Club as we learn that "Jesus Loves us "SNOW" Much!" complete with games, crafts, storytime, and food! Dinner will be provided for all participants and volunteers. Registration deadline closes on Jan 7th at 8:30 a.m.

eConnect is a one-hour session that will help acquaint you with our ministry and give you a basic understanding of what we believe as a church. eConnect is held on the second Sunday at 11:00 a.m. in Room 169, which is located in the hallway between the Worship Center and Kids' Walk.

Young adults ski trip

ECC is proud to be an official host church for the 2024 Night to Shine, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. Night to Shine is an unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, for people with special needs, ages 14 and older. The event will be from 6 pm to 9 pm, with registration beginning at 5 pm.

eConnect is a one-hour session that will help acquaint you with our ministry and give you a basic understanding of what we believe as a church. eConnect is held on the second Sunday at 11:00 a.m. in Room 169, which is located in the hallway between the Worship Center and Kids' Walk.

a.b.l.e. Friend's Club is for families with a child(ren) with special needs and their siblings. Join us for Friend's Club complete with games, crafts, storytime, and food! Dinner will be provided for all participants and volunteers. Save the date.

Save the date for our upcoming Friend's Club, which is for families who have a child(ren) with special needs. Friends Club is a themed evening out complete with games, crafts, storytime, and food! Dinner will be provided for all participants and volunteers.

Save the date for our 2024 Middle School Mission Trip to Louisville, KY. Details and Registration will be available at the end of December.

Save the dates for our 2024 High School Mission Trip right here in Fort Wayne. Details and registration will be available at the end of December.