CITY LIFE EVENTS
STUDENTS FALL RETREAT
Students Fall Retreat 2026
(7th-12th grade)
Nov 13-15, 2026
Camp Horizon, Ark City
Cost: $100
REGISTER BY OCTOBER 21 FOR FREE T-SHIRT!
(please reach out to Woody if you need financial assistance)
Theme: True Humanity
What does it mean to be human? In our cultural moment, being human means being efficient and successful. Honor is bestowed on those who reach the top. In a twisted irony, this utilitarian view of life dehumanizes us. Yet, in the life of Jesus, we see a picture of humanity that is unhurried.
This Fall Retreat, students will meditate on what it means to slow down. By reflecting on the life of Jesus, students will get a glimpse into what true humanity looks like; limits and all.
Discipleship Conference
Our annual Discipleship Conferences are opportunities for renewal and refreshment as we step out of the regular rhythms of fall to intentionally fix our eyes on Jesus. This year’s conference will be held Nov 13-14 with special guest, John Starke.
Theme: The Heart of Sabbath
John Starke is a pastor, author, and speaker passionate about helping individuals and communities experience the transforming power of the gospel. He serves as the Lead Pastor of Apostles Church Uptown in New York City, a vibrant congregation committed to seeking the renewal of the city through the love of Christ. Known for his thoughtful preaching and pastoral care, John has a heart for equipping believers to live out their faith in the complexities of modern urban life. He’s the author of The Possibility of Prayer and The Secret Place of Thunder. Most recently, John and his wife, Jena, co-authored The Sabbath We Need.
$30/person
*Childcare provided for infant-2nd grade, Saturday session only (kids are welcome to attend with registration). DEADLINE IS NOV 4 FOR CHILDCARE
First 50 registrants will receive a free copy of John Starke’s book, co-written by his wife, Jena, The Sabbath We Need (one per couple/family). Copies will be available for purchase at discounted rate.
Discover Class
Informal gathering to learn more about:
Who we are
What we believe
Next steps to membership
While this is a next step in our membership process, attending does not obligate you to become a member.
Childcare provided for infant-4th grade. Please indicate childcare needs when you register. Deadline to register for childcare is one week before each class (Jan 31 for this class).
City Life Liturgy Album Release & Worship Night
We are excited to officially release the first album to be fully recorded at City Life Church, featuring original songs and a classic hymn performed by members of our liturgy team. All are invited to come celebrate and worship with us!
Light snacks and refreshments will be served beginning at 6:30 pm. Worship will begin at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary (please park and enter our north lot and entrance).
Exclusive City Life Liturgy merch will be available for purchase!
Women's Fellowship Night
All women are invited to our Women’s Fellowship Night at Greater Grounds Coffee & Co. at 922 E. Douglas. Come anytime between 6-8 pm for a great time of connecting with other ladies at City Life! No RSVP needed!
Discover Class
Informal gathering to learn more about:
Who we are
What we believe
Next steps to membership
While this is a next step in our membership process, attending does not obligate you to become a member.
Register for any one of our upcoming classes:
Oct 4, 2026; Feb 7, 2027
Childcare provided for infant-4th grade. Please indicate childcare needs when you register. Deadline to register for childcare is one week before each class (Sept 27 for this class).
CROP WALK
CROP Hunger Walks are community-based fundraising events that help to raise funds to provide meals for those in our own community who need them—and supporting programs that create greater food security in communities all around the world. Percentage of funds raised will go towards our Neighborhood Ministry!
Sun, Oct 4, 1:00 pm
Meet at SGCO Park, Horseshoe Shelter
Walkers who raise $50 get a t-shirt.
More info: Nancy Rose at rosenote53@gmail.com
Men's Breakfast
Men of City Life are invited for breakfast and fellowship!
Please RSVP below so we can have accurate numbers for planning.
Fall Equipping Classes
Equipping Classes At City Life Church, we endeavor to help every person grow toward maturity in Christ, connect with others in authentic relationships, and engage in the mission of making disciples. Our Equipping Classes are supplemental spaces aimed at further exploring theology, diving into the Word, and growing together in community.
Our Fall Equipping Classes will be Sept 13-Nov 1 (8 wks):
Gospel Basics - What the Gospel is and how we apply it to our lives
The Story of the Church - How we are rooted in a historic faith
Kids programming provided for K-4th during these classes.
TAP TO REGISTER!
FELLOWSHIP MEAL & CONGREGATIONAL MTG
All are invited to attend our Congregational Meeting to hear various updates on the life of our church — Sunday, August 16, beginning at 6:30 pm.
Before the meeting, we invite you to a fellowship meal beginning at 5:30 pm.
Meal: Taco Bar
Cost: $5/person
Childcare provided for infants to 4 yrs old RSVP by THURS, AUG 13.
RSVP required for meal and childcare!
High School Worlds of Fun Trip
High Schoolers are heading to Worlds of Fun in Kansas City! Open to all incoming 9th-12th graders.
Cost: $30 for admission (money should be brought at drop-off)
Bring own money for snacks and meals.
Please RSVP below!
For more info, contact woody@citylifechurch.org.
Young Adult Game Night
Another great way to connect with other young adults in our church!
Saturday, July 25, 7-9 pm
City Life Connection Room
Student Summer Camp
Our Students will be heading to University of the Ozarks for this year’s summer camp thru Student Life. Open to all incoming 7th-12th graders (fall 2026).
REGISTER BELOW!
All payments due June 22.
If you need financial assistance, please reach out to woody@citylifechurch.org.
Church Picnic
All are invited our church-wide picnic at Hyde Park!
Food · Live Music · Yard Games · Snow Cones!
VBS: Illumination
For incoming K-6th (fall 2026)
June 14-18 (Sun-Thurs)
6-8:15 pm
While many people claim to know about Jesus, many are in the dark about who He really is. Some might see Jesus as just a person from history, a good man, or a wise teacher but He is much more than that.
At Illumination Station VBS, kids will be challenged to answer Jesus' important question to His disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" As they explore all the ways light brightens, illuminates, reflects, and reveals, kids will discover that Jesus is the light who brings hope to a dark world.
Jesus spoke to them again: "I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life." John 8:12
Discover Class
Informal gathering to learn more about:
Who we are
What we believe
Next steps to membership
While this is a next step in our membership process, attending does not obligate you to become a member.
Register for any one of our upcoming classes:
June 7, 2026; Oct 4, 2026; Feb 7, 2027
Childcare provided for infant-4th grade. Please indicate childcare needs when you register. Deadline to register for childcare is one week before each class (May 31 for this class).
Students Bible Study
Summer Bible Study for our 7th-12th graders on the book of 1 John! Meeting Sundays June 7-August 2, 9:15-10:15 am, in the Students Space (3rd floor, north, same place as Wednesday gatherings).
Young Adults Bible Study
This summer, we are offering an 8-wk Bible study on the book of 1 John for our Young Adults. Meeting Sundays June 7-August 2, 9:15-10:15 am, in the Chapel.
No meeting on July 5.
No registration required!
Fellowship & Teaching: Practical Evangelism
An opportunity to fellowship, learn, and dialogue together!
Topic: Practical Evangelism
For many of us, the word and idea of "evangelism" can be very intimidating. It can seem like a daunting endeavor to fulfill the Great Commission that Jesus gives us to "make disciples of all nations" (Matt 28:19). In a world where "truth" is relative, how do we engage in sharing the truth of the Gospel in a compelling and loving way? We feel ill-equipped. We feel awkward. We feel overwhelmed.
During our teaching time, Pastor Brett will guide us in the Biblical principles of evangelism and give us practical ways we can engage with family, friends, neighbors, etc. relationally, appropriately, and confidently.
Schedule:
Dinner: 5:30-6:15 pm
(Kids Programming: 6:15-7:30 pm)
Teaching: 6:30-7:30 pm
REGISTRATION FOR DINNER AND KIDS PROGRAMMING HAS CLOSED.
If you aren’t planning to eat but wish to join us for the teaching time, you are welcome! Teaching will begin at 6:30 pm in the Sanctuary.
Child Dedication
Our next child dedication will be on Mother's Day, May 10! To participate, please attend our dedication class on May 3. Already taken the class? Please still sign up and indicate that on the form so we can make sure to include you! Details and signup below
Child dedications are reserved for Covenant Members.
CHILD DEDICATION CLASS
Our next child dedication will be on Mother's Day, May 10! To participate, please attend our dedication class on Sunday, May 3, 9:15-10:15 am. Already taken the class? Please still sign up and indicate that on the form so we can make sure to include you! Details and signup below
Child dedications are reserved for Covenant Members.
Easter Service
Invite your friends, family, neighbors to celebrate with us on Resurrection Sunday!
Service will be at our regular time, 10:30 am. Regular Kids programming for infant-3rd grade.
Good Friday Service
On Good Friday we gather to reflect on the death of Christ. For believers, the day is "good" because is represents Jesus' victory over sin. This year, our Good Friday service will be held April 3 at 6 pm. Childcare for infant-PreK.
Ash Wednesday Service
Our Ash Wednesday service marks the first day of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting, praying, and preparation that leads up to Easter.
This year’s service will be Wed, Feb 18, beginning at 6 pm (lasting about an hour) and will include a time of worship, teaching, and reflection.
For those who wish to participate, we will impose ashes, smearing a small cross on our foreheads as a physical-felt and visible-mark of repentance: a reminder of our need for Jesus’ atonement to cover us.
Childcare available for infant-PreK.
LADIES GALENTINE'S DAY EVENT
All ladies are invited to join us to celebrate Galentine's Day! Come for coffee, conversation, and cookies!
Friday, Feb 6
6:30-8 pm
City Life Connection Room
PLEASE REGISTER SO WE KNOW YOU’RE COMING!
Congregational Meeting
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING | FEB 1 | 5:30 PM
Covenant members and attenders are encouraged to attend our congregational meeting SUNDAY, FEB 1 at 5:30 pm. Staff and elders will share important updates on the life of our church. Childcare provided for infant-Pre-K.
THIS DATE WAS POSTPONED FROM JAN 25 DUE TO WEATHER
Discover Class
Informal gathering to learn more about:
Who we are
What we believe
Next steps to membership
While this is a next step in our membership process, attending does not obligate you to become a member.
Childcare registration has closed for this class.
Congregational Meeting
Covenant members and attenders are invited to our congregational meeting on Sun, Jan 25 at 4:30 pm. Our staff and elders will share updates in the life of our church. Childcare provided for infant-Pre-K.
child Dedication (During Service)
This class is a prerequisite for our Child Dedication on Jan 25.
Child Dedication Class
THIS CLASS IS A PREREQUISITE TO PARTICIPATING IN THE CHILD DEDICATION* ON SUNDAY, JAN 25
You do not need to attend if you've already attended a previous class, but please still register to participate in the dedication at link below.
*Child Dedications are reserved for current Covenant Members. If you desire to learn more about membership at City Life, please reach out to Eelinh Torell at eelinh@citylifechurch.org. We also have a Discover Class, that serves as the first step to pursuing covenant membership, planned for Feb 1. Registration now open on main Events page!
Christmas Eve Service
Our Christmas Candlelight Service will be Wed, Dec 24, at 5:30 pm in the Sanctuary. We encourage families to worship together as children's programming will not be available.
Discipleship Conference
Our annual Discipleship Conferences are opportunities for renewal and refreshment as we step out of the regular rhythms of fall to intentionally fix our eyes on Jesus. This year’s conference will be held Nov 7-8 with special guest, Gavin Ortlund.
Gavin Ortlund is a pastor, author, speaker, and apologist. He also runs, Truth Unites, a YouTube channel and podcast that seeks to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. More on Gavin and his works at truthunites.org.
*REGISTRATION FOR CHILDCARE HAS CLOSED*
City Life Students Fall Retreat
Fall Retreat 2025 for 7th-12th grade
Camp Hiawatha
Details to follow on departure time and packing list!
Cost: $100
REGISTER BY OCT 16 FOR FREE T-SHIRT!
(please reach out to Woody if you need financial assistance)
Theme: Gospel Renewal
We will be studying the book of Haggai, learning how God renews and rebuilds our lives through the power of the Holy Spirit.
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Weekly & Monthly events & opportunities
Preteens & Students Weekly Gatherings
Ministry to 5th & 6th graders and 7th-12th graders. Meeting Wednesday nights, 6-8 pm, on 2nd & 3rd floors, north building (parents can drop off and pick at NE entrance).
Meeting weekly unless otherwise noted.
Monthly medical Clinics
Our monthly clinics provide vital medical services, non-controlled medication, supportive care services alongside compassionate assistance such as meal provision, clothing, and prayer. In partnership with Vituity Cares. For more info, contact Johnson Nguyen at johnson@citylifechurch.org.
Second Saturdays of each month, unless otherwise noted.
Golden Hour Gathering
These are monthly gatherings for our Senior Saints to connect with Pastor Brett! First Wednesdays of the month, 10-11 am in the Connection Room
Refreshments and pastries provided!
YOUNG ADULT GATHERINGS
These events are great ways to connect with other young adults at City Life!
More info on our Young Adult Ministry at citylifechurch.org/young-adult-ministry.