Welcome to our News & Notes blog!
Here you can find all the latest updates on what's happening at Community Church Oshkosh.

Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes are DUE BACK THIS SUNDAY! If you picked up a shoebox, be sure to return it filled by Sunday, November 24th.

Bless a Family is a ministry of Community Church to come along families and/or individuals experiencing challenges during the Christmas season. Bless a family tags are available in the CCO lobby! Stop by the tree to pick up a tag and purchase a gift to support a family this Christmas. All gifts need to be returned by December 8th.

MEN! Do you have a passion for fishing & the outdoors? Join us for Angling for Answers on Friday, December 6th as we host Hall of Fame fisherman & TV personality, Al Lindner, from the hit show Angling Edge & Host of Larry Smith Outdoors television show, Larry Smith! Invite a friend and join us for the exciting night. Sign up today on the CCO Events page.

Our Lost & Found is growing. If you have misplaced something, stop by and check out the items in the office hallway. Any items remaining will be donated the week of November 25th.

MomCo is a group for mothers with children in kindergarten and younger. We are looking for completed gift baskets and individual items for our annual Raffle during our monthly meeting. Would you be interested in donating a gift card, items, or services? Proceeds from our fundraiser go towards supplies, speakers and funds our yearly service project. Donations are needed by November 25th. For any questions or more information, email Natasha Harris at momco@community-church.com.

The CCO Office will be closed for the week of November 25-29th. If you need immediate assistance, please email info@community-church.com.

Advent is a season of anticipation leading up to Christmas. It begins on December 1st and invited us to prepare our hearts for two events: celebrating Jesus' birth and anticipating His promised future return. Advent is a time of hope, peace, joy, and love - a season to pause, reflect, and prepare for the incredible gift of God's son.

Advent devotionals will be available in the church lobby on Sunday, November 24th & Sunday, December 1st. You can also download a copy HERE.

Advent Wreaths can be purchased at a number of stores (Hobby Lobby, Target, Walmart) or online. CLICK HERE to purchase one online today.

We want to be a church that continues to serve and be on mission. 92g0 provides opportunities to continue to live on mission on our area. Our area code is 920, let's go out and reach the people in our area by serving them. You will find opportunities listed on the CCO Events page, select 92g0.

As you know, the aftermath of the recent hurricanes has left a devastating impact on the Southeast region of our country. We are hosting a Winter Relief Drive and collecting Coats (all sizes - new or very lightly used), hats & gloves (warm work gloves), hand warmers, new warm socks, and new blankets. All items can be dropped off in the CCO lobby between now and November 24th.

AfterParty! Christmas Dinner Party
Join us Friday, December 20 5:00-9:00pm at Community Church Oshkosh for our Christmas Party. Come and enjoy dinner together, play Live Clue, and be part of a $10 gift exchange. Register today on the CCO events page at community-church.com/events.
AfterParty! is for those 25ish-40 years old, married or single.

Celebrate Recovery meets Friday evenings from 6-8pm at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church 808 N. Main Street Oshkosh. Come find freedom from your hurts, habits, and hangups and live the life God desires for you to live. CLICK HERE for additional information.

Young Adults are invited to join us 1st & 3rd Tuesday from 6-8pm for Bible Study. We also have activities and events planned throughout the month. CLICK HERE for more information. Young Adult Ministry is for adults age 18-28.

This month we are highlighting the ministry of Sandhya Oaks. Sandhya serves with Athletes in Action and City which both fall under Cru. Cru is a community passionate about connecting people to Jesus Christ. Check out more about her mission at community-church.com/missionary.

Perspectives Class is being offered at Community Church Oshkosh beginning January 6- April 21, 2025. Perspectives is a study program rooted in Scripture, clarifying each believer’s remarkable opportunity to join God in His global purpose. Learn more HERE.

Community Kids will be open for Full Programming for children nursery - 5th grade during the 8:30am & 10am services. Community Kids Unlimited (CKU), our special needs children's ministry, will be available at the 8:30am service.

Play & Praise - December 2, 2024
Join us for story time, worship, crafts, snacks, and fellowship. Kiddos age 5 and under and their caregivers are invited to join us each month. CLICK HERE for more information.

Birthday Cake for Jesus
We want to help make your Christmas celebration with your kids as easy and meaningful as possible. We will provide everything needed to bake a birthday cake to celebrate Jesus. REGISTER HERE for your Happy Birthday Jesus kit.

Community Kids Christmas Caroling - Sunday, December 8th
Looking for a fun way to connect with your children and serve your community at the same time? Join Community Kids as we go to Miravida Living (Bethel Homes) to sing Christmas carols and hand out Christmas cards to the residents there. For more information and to sign up go to the CCO Events page.

Community Kids PreSchool Christmas Musical is happening on Saturday, December 14th 1-2pm. Join us as our Community Kid Preschoolers (ages 3-5) retell the Christmas story via song and costume. A Cookie Decorating Reception will follow.  

Community Kids Noon Year’s Eve
Join us for a fun Noon Year's Eve Party as we ring in 2025. Families are invited to join us for a Noon Year's Eve Celebration on December 31st at 11am for games, activities, a countdown and balloon drop at noon.

No CSM (Happy Thanksgiving)
CSM will NOT be meeting Wednesday, November 27th & Sunday, December 1st.

Save the Date CSM SNOW DUELS
Snow Duels is the CSM Winter Retreat for Middle School and High School students you won't want to miss. Join us February 7-9, 2025. Registration opens Sunday, November 24th

Worship services are at 8:30am & 10am.  Join us this Sunday, as we conclude our series SEVEN and look at Lust.  Reshaping our character by addressing some of the most prominent vices in our life. 

Community Kids will be open for Full Programming for children nursery - 5th grade during the 8:30am & 10am services. Community Kids Unlimited (CKU), our special needs children's ministry, will be available at the 8:30am service.

Here are the songs we will be singing:
Made to Praise - Thrive Worship
Praise - Brandon Lake
God of Revival - Bethel Music
Have it All - Bethel Music
Who You Say I Am - Hillsong Music

The cafe will be open this Sunday and serving Donuts. All donations will support Home Base. Home Base serves youth (up to age 21) and families experiencing challenges related to running away, homelessness, and housing insecurities.  

Foundations meets on Sunday mornings at 8:30am. For the semester of classes offered, go to community-church.com/foundations.

The Bridge (6th - 8th Grade)
Lori Jacobson is teaching a class on the Foundation of Church Life.

The Audacity of Friendship (Community Life 2)
The most amazing thing that Jesus said may be "I have called you friends" (John 15:15). Unfortunately, the meaning of friendship has changed many times since the moment those words were spoken. Today, most of our models of relationship come from mid twentieth century psychology, which was hostile to faith - but there is a better way.

Disability & The Church (Community Life 4)  
In a culture that has become increasingly accommodating towards those with special needs, one must ask some questions. Is accommodation the same as love? And what is the Church’s role in loving those with disabilities? Join us for a class that will look at Scripture to correct our hearts to align with God’s heart toward humans with disabilities. 

Happy Hour (Meeting Room)
Life is busy.  It can be difficult to get to know other people and develop friendships, especially if you have kids!  Join us and other parents/caregivers for Happy Hour!   Happy Hour starts with a short devotional and the rest of the time is to connect with others in the midst of the chaos of life. 

So Fresh So Clean (Student Ministry Worship Center)  
So you’re a Christian now – Great!  What’s next?  That’s what So Fresh So Clean is all about.  It’s a class for people who are new to following Jesus and are looking to figure out what this new life of faith looks like – practically speaking.  

Sunday service is available via live stream at 8:30 & 10am.  

Website: community-church.com/live
YouTube: youtube.com/communitychurch
Roku or Apple TV App: Community Church Oshkosh

If you are new to CCO, please go to community-church.com/welcome to fill out the form. We would love to connect with you.