News & Notes
Welcome to our News & Notes blog!
Here you can find all the latest updates on what's happening at Community Church Oshkosh.
Here you can find all the latest updates on what's happening at Community Church Oshkosh.
Sunday, August 9th, 2026
Worship services are at 8am, 9:30am and 11am. Join us as we continue in our sermon series Poolside with the Prophets! We'll be looking at the book of Haggai!
Community Kids - Summer Schedule
8am & 9:30am - Community Kids will be open for Full Programming. Community Kids Unlimited (CKU), our special needs children's ministry, will be available at the 9:30am service.
11am - FULLY CLOSED
Here are the songs we will be singing:
The Cafe
This weekend in the cafe we will be serving Donuts!
All proceeds in the cafe will go toward supporting our Community Groups and Bible Studies at CCO! Whether you’ve been at CCO for 2 weeks or 20 years community is important not only for you to get connected with those you see on a Sunday morning but to grow closer to God. Stop by the table in the lobby on Sunday morning or click HERE to learn more about our Groups at CCO - we have one for everyone!
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Community Life Connect — Sunday, August 9th
Following Jesus Together is at the heart of who we are at CCO, and community groups are one of the best ways to live that out. Stop by the lobby table before or after any service and chat with Allison, CCO's new Community Life Director. She'll help you find a community group that fits your season of life — no commitment required, just a conversation. See you there!
CLICK HERE TO DONATE NOW.
Community Kids - Summer Schedule
8am & 9:30am - Community Kids will be open for Full Programming. Community Kids Unlimited (CKU), our special needs children's ministry, will be available at the 9:30am service.
11am - FULLY CLOSED
Here are the songs we will be singing:
- So So Good - Phil Wickham
- Good Plans - Red Rocks Worship
- Ask Seek Pray - River Valley Worship
- Always on Time - Bella Cordero
The Cafe
This weekend in the cafe we will be serving Donuts!
All proceeds in the cafe will go toward supporting our Community Groups and Bible Studies at CCO! Whether you’ve been at CCO for 2 weeks or 20 years community is important not only for you to get connected with those you see on a Sunday morning but to grow closer to God. Stop by the table in the lobby on Sunday morning or click HERE to learn more about our Groups at CCO - we have one for everyone!
Learn More
Community Life Connect — Sunday, August 9th
Following Jesus Together is at the heart of who we are at CCO, and community groups are one of the best ways to live that out. Stop by the lobby table before or after any service and chat with Allison, CCO's new Community Life Director. She'll help you find a community group that fits your season of life — no commitment required, just a conversation. See you there!
CLICK HERE TO DONATE NOW.
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GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Serve with CK!
Beginning September 20th, Community Kids plans to open their 11am service programming for ages 0 - 5th grade but we need YOUR help! We are looking for volunteers for the following positions at 11am service:
Christmas in July!
Shopping for school supplies is currently in full swing! Not only can you be using these great deals to shop for your kiddos but to fill your Operation Christmas Child boxes as well! You can fill a shoebox during our Operation Christmas Child event in November with school supplies for children around the world! Some examples of items you can purchase:
1. Basic Calculator, Coloring Books, Pencil Pouch
2. Erasers, Pencil Sharpeners, Colored Pencils, Markers
3. Pocket Notebooks, Scissors, Highlighters and more!
REVIVE | A Night of Worship
Join us for a powerful night of worship. All are welcome, invite your friends and family.
Wednesday, August 26th | 6:30pm-8pm at Community Church Oshkosh
CCO Picnic
Join us for a Sunday packed full of fun! Our services will still be at 8am, 9:30am and 11am but will include baptisms and a presentation from a representative from Compassion International. Beginning at 9:30am we'll have food trucks, games and the Compassion Experience Trailer available to enjoy! Learn more HERE
*If you are in need of financial assistance for the food trucks please fill out our food voucher registration HERE
Compassion Experience
CCO will be hosting the Compassion International Experience Trailer on August 28th through August 30th!
Baptisms Sunday
Baptism is an important step of obedience in the life of a believer. Getting baptized is not the source of our salvation, but it’s a symbol of new life in Christ. We'd love to celebrate this public celebration with you! We have a baptism service coming up on Sunday, August 30th at the 8am, 9:30am and 11am services. If you'd like to be baptized you may REGISTER HERE.
You’re Not Alone
Sometimes life brings seasons that can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Whether you’re grieving, experiencing illness, adjusting to a major life change, or simply carrying a heavy burden, Stephen Ministry provides confidential, Christ-centered, one-to-one care. A trained Stephen Minister from CCO will walk alongside you with a listening ear, encouragement, prayer, and compassionate support.
If you or someone you know could benefit from a caring Christian presence, learn more HERE.
Beginning September 20th, Community Kids plans to open their 11am service programming for ages 0 - 5th grade but we need YOUR help! We are looking for volunteers for the following positions at 11am service:
- Check-in Volunteers
- K/1st grade, 2nd/3rd grade, and 4th/5th grade teachers
Christmas in July!
Shopping for school supplies is currently in full swing! Not only can you be using these great deals to shop for your kiddos but to fill your Operation Christmas Child boxes as well! You can fill a shoebox during our Operation Christmas Child event in November with school supplies for children around the world! Some examples of items you can purchase:
1. Basic Calculator, Coloring Books, Pencil Pouch
2. Erasers, Pencil Sharpeners, Colored Pencils, Markers
3. Pocket Notebooks, Scissors, Highlighters and more!
REVIVE | A Night of Worship
Join us for a powerful night of worship. All are welcome, invite your friends and family.
Wednesday, August 26th | 6:30pm-8pm at Community Church Oshkosh
CCO Picnic
Join us for a Sunday packed full of fun! Our services will still be at 8am, 9:30am and 11am but will include baptisms and a presentation from a representative from Compassion International. Beginning at 9:30am we'll have food trucks, games and the Compassion Experience Trailer available to enjoy! Learn more HERE
*If you are in need of financial assistance for the food trucks please fill out our food voucher registration HERE
Compassion Experience
CCO will be hosting the Compassion International Experience Trailer on August 28th through August 30th!
- What is the Compassion Experience?
- The Compassion Experience is a mobile, immersive journey through a child's story of overcoming poverty. Learn More HERE
- Volunteer with the Experience!
- We're looking for volunteers from the CCO community to help staff this incredible experience!
- VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION
Baptisms Sunday
Baptism is an important step of obedience in the life of a believer. Getting baptized is not the source of our salvation, but it’s a symbol of new life in Christ. We'd love to celebrate this public celebration with you! We have a baptism service coming up on Sunday, August 30th at the 8am, 9:30am and 11am services. If you'd like to be baptized you may REGISTER HERE.
You’re Not Alone
Sometimes life brings seasons that can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face them alone. Whether you’re grieving, experiencing illness, adjusting to a major life change, or simply carrying a heavy burden, Stephen Ministry provides confidential, Christ-centered, one-to-one care. A trained Stephen Minister from CCO will walk alongside you with a listening ear, encouragement, prayer, and compassionate support.
If you or someone you know could benefit from a caring Christian presence, learn more HERE.
GROUPS
We want to connect followers of Jesus with God and others through authentic community. A great way to connect with others and grow in Christ is through Community Groups.
View Community Groups HERE
Base Camp Bonfire
Get ready for a night of great food, fun, and connection! We’ll be gathering around the bonfire with plenty of laughs, friendly competition, and good company.
Saturday, August 29th | Registration Deadline is Aug. 27th | Register HERE
Community Life Group Kickstart
What if leading a group wasn’t intimidating — but actually simple and life-giving?
If you’ve ever had that same thought, this event is for you. We'll be hosting a one hour training session on
Register HERE
Flourish Fall Retreat | October 16-18th, Green Lake Conference Center
Spend a weekend responding to God’s gentle invitation: “Come, all who are thirsty…”
Step away from the noise and demands of everyday life and enter a space of rest, renewal, and deep connection with the One who knows you fully and loves you completely.
Sign Up Options:
1. Reserve My Spot - $0 Charge until August 14th
- must then choose either Full Weekend or Day Pass
2. Day Pass -$95
- Full weekend includes food, (Housing not included)
3. Full Weekend Pass - $170
- Full weekend includes housing and food
Registration Deadline - August 14th (Limited Space!)
Learn more HERE
View Community Groups HERE
Base Camp Bonfire
Get ready for a night of great food, fun, and connection! We’ll be gathering around the bonfire with plenty of laughs, friendly competition, and good company.
Saturday, August 29th | Registration Deadline is Aug. 27th | Register HERE
Community Life Group Kickstart
What if leading a group wasn’t intimidating — but actually simple and life-giving?
If you’ve ever had that same thought, this event is for you. We'll be hosting a one hour training session on
- Sunday, August 16th @ 9:30am
- Wednesday, August 19th @ 6:30pm
Register HERE
Flourish Fall Retreat | October 16-18th, Green Lake Conference Center
Spend a weekend responding to God’s gentle invitation: “Come, all who are thirsty…”
Step away from the noise and demands of everyday life and enter a space of rest, renewal, and deep connection with the One who knows you fully and loves you completely.
Sign Up Options:
1. Reserve My Spot - $0 Charge until August 14th
- must then choose either Full Weekend or Day Pass
2. Day Pass -$95
- Full weekend includes food, (Housing not included)
3. Full Weekend Pass - $170
- Full weekend includes housing and food
Registration Deadline - August 14th (Limited Space!)
Learn more HERE
MISSIONS
This month we are highlighting Jaci Grooters.
Mission Training International (MTI) has been providing pre-field training and debriefing for missionaries since 1954. Today, MTI partners with more than 100 agencies and has served over 50,000 cross-cultural workers. We continue to focus on preparing and caring for individuals, couples, and families for healthy cross-cultural service. Jaci serve at MTI in the children's' department. We believe in whole family training and debriefing, so while the parents are receive care we are doing the same thing at age appropriate levels. Learn More HERE
Asia Frontier Outreach - Book Release
A Gentle Whisper--A Mighty Movement | This isn't just a biography to read---it's a book to experience. Wherever you are in your personal spiritual journey, God will meet you in these pages with direct calls-to-action designed to show you how He is actively at work in your own life.
Purchase Book HERE | 100% of profits benefit Asia Frontier Outreach!
Book Launch Event
Meet the authors and get your book copies signed at our book launch event for A Gentle Whisper--A Mighty Movement. The authors will read excerpts from the book at 2PM.
Saturday, August 15th
1 to 3PM
Pendleton Park Community Room
1000 Pendleton Parkway, Neenah, WI
Mission Training International (MTI) has been providing pre-field training and debriefing for missionaries since 1954. Today, MTI partners with more than 100 agencies and has served over 50,000 cross-cultural workers. We continue to focus on preparing and caring for individuals, couples, and families for healthy cross-cultural service. Jaci serve at MTI in the children's' department. We believe in whole family training and debriefing, so while the parents are receive care we are doing the same thing at age appropriate levels. Learn More HERE
Asia Frontier Outreach - Book Release
A Gentle Whisper--A Mighty Movement | This isn't just a biography to read---it's a book to experience. Wherever you are in your personal spiritual journey, God will meet you in these pages with direct calls-to-action designed to show you how He is actively at work in your own life.
Purchase Book HERE | 100% of profits benefit Asia Frontier Outreach!
Book Launch Event
Meet the authors and get your book copies signed at our book launch event for A Gentle Whisper--A Mighty Movement. The authors will read excerpts from the book at 2PM.
Saturday, August 15th
1 to 3PM
Pendleton Park Community Room
1000 Pendleton Parkway, Neenah, WI
COMMUNITY KIDS
Adventures with Ollie!
PreSchool families! Take Ollie the Owl on your summer adventures! This is a great way to share Ollie (and Jesus!) with others this summer. Register for a week to bring Ollie home so your child can pray and play with Ollie. Begins June 7 - August 23
REGISTER HERE
Popsicles at the Playground | Thursday, Aug. 6th
Community Kids would like to invite you and your family to CCO for Popsicles! Join us on the CCO Playground, we'll have popsicles in hand! This is a sweet and easy way to stay in community and enjoy the sunshine! We'll see you there.
Date: Thursday, August 8th | 10:30am-12pm
Truth and Touchdown
3rd-5th grade boys are invited to join us for Truth & Touchdown - a night of flag football and building friendships. Join us on Thursday, August 13, from 5PM–6PM at Community Church. *Registration Required | Register HERE
Girls Night In
We are excited to invite 3rd-5th grade girls to join us for a Girl's Night In - a night of fun activities and building friendships while learning who God made them to be.
Join us on Thursday, August 20, from 5–6PM in the Community Kids space.
Registration required. | Register HERE
Play & Praise | September
Join us for story time, worship, crafts, snacks, and fellowship. Kiddos age 5 and under and their caregivers are invited to join us.
Monday, September 14th | 9:30-11am
Community Kids Summer Schedule
Now through September 20th CK will be open for the 8am and 9:30am services but closed at 11am.
PreSchool families! Take Ollie the Owl on your summer adventures! This is a great way to share Ollie (and Jesus!) with others this summer. Register for a week to bring Ollie home so your child can pray and play with Ollie. Begins June 7 - August 23
REGISTER HERE
Popsicles at the Playground | Thursday, Aug. 6th
Community Kids would like to invite you and your family to CCO for Popsicles! Join us on the CCO Playground, we'll have popsicles in hand! This is a sweet and easy way to stay in community and enjoy the sunshine! We'll see you there.
Date: Thursday, August 8th | 10:30am-12pm
Truth and Touchdown
3rd-5th grade boys are invited to join us for Truth & Touchdown - a night of flag football and building friendships. Join us on Thursday, August 13, from 5PM–6PM at Community Church. *Registration Required | Register HERE
Girls Night In
We are excited to invite 3rd-5th grade girls to join us for a Girl's Night In - a night of fun activities and building friendships while learning who God made them to be.
Join us on Thursday, August 20, from 5–6PM in the Community Kids space.
Registration required. | Register HERE
Play & Praise | September
Join us for story time, worship, crafts, snacks, and fellowship. Kiddos age 5 and under and their caregivers are invited to join us.
Monday, September 14th | 9:30-11am
Community Kids Summer Schedule
Now through September 20th CK will be open for the 8am and 9:30am services but closed at 11am.
CSM
UPCOMING EVENTS
Find more info on all upcoming events HERE
Find more info on all upcoming events HERE
Upcoming Event - CSM Campfire Night
CSM there is nothing better than a campfire night! Bring a lawn chair or blanket, we'll provide the fire, outdoor games and of course S'mores!
August 12th | 8-9:30pm | CCO
Kickball
Revive
Fall Kick-off
CSM there is nothing better than a campfire night! Bring a lawn chair or blanket, we'll provide the fire, outdoor games and of course S'mores!
August 12th | 8-9:30pm | CCO
Kickball
Revive
Fall Kick-off
ONLINE
Sunday service is available via live stream at 8am or throughout the day.
Website | YouTube | Roku or Apple TV App
If you are new to CCO, please go HERE to fill out the Welcome form. We would love to connect with you!
Website | YouTube | Roku or Apple TV App
If you are new to CCO, please go HERE to fill out the Welcome form. We would love to connect with you!
