April Family Month
THE FAMILY COLLECTIVE
Final outline dated 2/19/26
Four Wednesday evenings designed to strengthen men, women, couples, singles, youth, and households of every shape.
Four Wednesday evenings designed to strengthen men, women, couples, singles, youth, and households of every shape.
Time: 6:00–8:45 PM
- 6:00-7:00 - Food options
- 7:00-8:45 - Weekly Activity
Childcare:
- Weeks 1–3: Ages 0–5th grade, kids join their families in the sanctuary promptly at 8:15
- Week 4: Ages 0–3 only
Youth (6th–12th):
- Weeks 1–3: Dismissed to youth group after worship, rejoin families in the sanctuary promptly at 8:30
- Week 4: Ages 0–3 only
THE FAMILY COLLECTIVE — April Family Month
Final outline dated 2/19/26
- STANDARD WEEKLY FLOW (6:00–8:45 PM)
STANDARD WEEKLY FLOW (6:00–8:45 PM)
6:00-7:00 — Food
Food Trucks, Chick-Fil-A, pasta night, etc.
7:00–7:10 — Welcome & Worship
Everyone together for a short, unifying start.
7:10–7:20 — Scriptural foundation and/or Instruction
Varies by week.
7:25–8:25 — Breakout Groups or All-together Activities
Men/women, couples/singles, families, etc.
8:30–8:40 — Final Challenge & Prayer
Everyone joins (parents, kids, etc.) for a shared moment of reflection, prayer, and blessing.
8:40–8:45 — Family Circles & Closing
With a simple weekly “Family Challenge” card and commitment to keep each other accountable. - WEEK 1 — Vision Night + Men & Women Breakouts
WEEK 1 — Vision Night + Men & Women Breakouts
OVERSIGHT: Pastor Donnie & Linda
ORGANIZERS: Amegashie’s & P Stefanelli
Theme: “Strengthen the Foundation”
Childcare: Ages 0–5th grade
Youth: Grades 6th-12th
Youth and Kids work off the “Strengthen the Foundation” theme in their groups as well.
7:00–7:10 — Worship & Welcome
• Whole church together
• Warm welcome and framing for Family Month
7:10–7:20 — Vision & Direction from Pastor Donnie & Linda
• Why we’re pausing small groups
• What God wants to build in our homes
• What God wants to build in our homes
• Encouragement for full participation
7:25–8:25 — Breakout Groups (Men & Women)
Men’s Breakout:
• “Guarding the Gates of Your Home”
• Spiritual leadership, integrity, courage
Women’s Breakout:
• “Growing Deep Roots”
• Identity, emotional resilience, spiritual formation
8:30–8:40 — Regather in Sanctuary (men, women, youth, kids)
• Short closing word from Pastor Donnie
• Corporate prayer over men, women, and households
8:40–8:45 — Family Circles & Closing
• Week 1 Challenge Card distributed
• Families select their weekly challenge together.
• Family members commit to keeping each other accountable.
WEEK 1 — CHALLENGE CARD: “Strengthen the Foundation”
Scripture:
“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain.” — Psalm 127:1
Reflection:
What is one area God is inviting you to strengthen this week?
Challenge:
Choose one intentional action that strengthens the spiritual foundation of your home or personal life.
Ideas:
• Set aside one morning or evening for prayer
• Read one chapter of Scripture each day
• Speak a blessing over someone in your household
• Identify one “gate” of your life that needs guarding Accountability:
• Together, during the closing session, parents and kids help select the personal challenge from the challenge cards for their own families.
• All family members are encouraged to work together this week to keep each other accountable.
• For those who are present without their families, they will gather with fellow congregants or youth group members for accountability in a specific area this week.
- WEEK 2 — Couples (& Singles?) Breakouts
WEEK 2 — Couples (& Singles?) Breakouts
OVERSIGHT: Pastor Vernon & Cheryl
ORGANIZERS: Joe & Kristin
Theme: “Strengthening Relationships in Every Season”
Childcare: Ages 0–5th grade
Youth: Grades 6th-12th
Youth and Kids work off the “Strengthening Relationships in Every Season” theme in their groups as well.
7:00–7:10 — Worship & Welcome
• Whole church together
7:10–7:20 — Direction from Pastor Vernon & Cheryl
• Heart for marriages
• Encouragement for singles (OPTIONAL)
• Overview of the evening
7:25–8:25 — Breakout Groups
Couples Breakout:
• “Communication That Builds Connection”
• Guided conversation prompts
• Practical tools for unity
Singles Breakout (OPTIONAL):
• “Wholehearted Living in Every Season”
• Identity, purpose, community, resilience
• Table discussions
8:30–8:40 — Regather in Sanctuary (men, women, youth, kids) • Closing word from Pastor Donnie or Pastor Vernon
• Prayer over marriages and individuals
8:40-8:45 — Family Circles & Closing
• Week 2 Challenge Card distributed
• Families select their weekly challenge together.
• Family members commit to keeping each other accountable.
WEEK 2 — CHALLENGE CARD: “Strengthen Your Relationships”
Scripture:
• “Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony.” — Colossians 3:14
Reflection:
• Where is God inviting you to grow in love and connection?
Challenge:
• Choose one relational step that builds connection, unity, or intentionality.
For Couples:
• Have a 10-minute distraction-free conversation.
• Pray together at least once this week
• Do one act of kindness for your spouse.
For Kids:
• Do one act of kindness for your parent(s).
• At least once this week, for specifically for your parent(s) and sibling(s).
For Singles (OPTIONAL):
Reach out to someone God puts on your heart.
Schedule time with a friend or mentor
• Practice one act of wholehearted courage
Accountability:
• Together, during the closing session, families help select the personal challenge from the challenge cards for the relationships within their own families.
• All family members are encouraged to work together this week to keep each other accountable.
• For those who are present without their families, they will gather with fellow congregants or youth group members for accountability in a specific area this week.
- WEEK 3 — Men & Women Breakouts (Round 2)
WEEK 3 — Men & Women Breakouts (Round 2)
OVERSIGHT:Pastor Donnie & Linda
ORGANIZERS: Amegashie’s & P Stefanelli
Theme: “Growing Stronger Together”
Childcare: Ages 0–5th grade
Youth: Grades 6th-12th
Youth and Kids work off the “Growing Stronger Together” theme in their groups as well.
7:00–7:10 — Worship & Welcome
• Whole church together
7:10–7:20 — Direction from Pastor Donnie & Linda
• Frame the night around spiritual growth
• Encourage men and women to lean into discipleship
• Share a brief Scripture or exhortation
7:25–8:25 — Breakout Groups (Men & Women)
Men’s Breakout:
• “Becoming a Man of the Word”
• Spiritual disciplines, Scripture engagement, accountability
Women’s Breakout:
• “She Laughs Without Fear of the Future”
• Trust, peace, emotional strength, confidence in God’s promises
8:30–8:40 — Regather in Sanctuary (men, women, youth, kids)
• Closing word from Pastor Donnie
• Prayer over men, women, and families
8:40-8:45 — Family Circles & Closing
• Week 3 Challenge Card distributed
• Families select their weekly challenge together.
• Family members commit to keeping each other accountable.
WEEK 3 — CHALLENGE CARD: “Grow in Strength & Confidence”
Scripture:
• “Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power.” — Ephesians 6:10
Reflection:
• What step will help you walk with greater strength, peace, or confidence?
Challenge:
• Choose one spiritual discipline to practice consistently this week.
Ideas:
• Read a Proverb or Psalm each day
• Memorize one verse
• Set a 5-minute daily prayer rhythm
• Replace one fear-based thought with Scripture truth
• Men: Study one passage deeply
• Women: Identify one area where God is inviting you to trust Him with the future
Accountability:
• Together, during the closing session, families help select the personal challenge from the challenge cards for their own families.
• All family members are encouraged to work together this week to keep each other accountable.
• For those who are present without their families, they will gather with fellow congregants or youth group members for accountability in a specific area this week. - WEEK 4 — Family Night (All Together) – Organizers: Pastor Jordan & Team
WEEK 4 — Family Night (All Together) – Organizers: Pastor Jordan & Team
Theme: “Celebrating What God Has Built”
Childcare: Ages 0–3
Kids & Youth: Stay with families
7:00–7:15 — Worship & Welcome
• High-energy, family-friendly worship
7:15–7:25 — Word & Direction from Pastor Jordan
• “Faith That Flows Through Generations”
• Encouragement for families and every household
7:25–8:25 — Family Activity (Led by Pastor Jordan)
Option: Family Feud — Church Edition
• Multi-generational
• Fun, interactive, inclusive
• 3 rounds with curated questions that lead to the final challenge.
• Short message between rounds to reinforce Biblical Truth and application.
8:25–8:35 — Final Word from Pastor Donnie for everyone
• Celebrate the month
• Share highlights or testimonies
• Commission households
• Week 4 Challenge Card distributed
8:35–8:45 — Family Circles & Closing
• Week 4 Challenge Card distributed
• Families select their final challenge together.
• Family members commit to keeping each other accountable.
• Families pray together for unity, growth, and lasting fruit.
WEEK 4 — CHALLENGE CARD: “Live Out What We’ve Built”
Scripture:
• “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” — Joshua 24:15
Reflection:
• What rhythm do you want to establish in your home or personal life?
Challenge:
• Choose one household or personal practice to carry forward into next month.
Ideas:
• Weekly family prayer moment
• Shared meal with no devices
• Monthly service project
• Scripture memory challenge
• Gratitude practice
• Weekly check-in with a friend or mentor (for singles - OPTIONAL)
Accountability:
• Together, during the closing session, families help select the final challenge from the challenge cards for their own families.
• For those who are present without their families, they will gather with fellow congregants or youth group members for accountability in a specific area in the coming month.
• All family members are encouraged to work together in the coming month to keep each other accountable.