Upcoming Events

There are many ways to connect at
Wellspring Family Church!

We invite you to come and belong and flourish in Jesus. Jesus is at the center of everything we do! 

August 13—Meeting for Parents of Youth

Thursday, August 13, 2026, 6:30-8p—Parents of Youth: Make plans to attend an informational meeting as we anticipate the upcoming school year and events. More information to come or see Pastor Aaron.

August 16—Youth Nerf Wars!

Sunday, August 16, 2026, 6:30pm-8pm—Calling all Youth in grades 6-12! Join us for a night of Nerf blasting, pizza, and extreme fun because the annual Nerf War is BACK! This event serves as the final hurrah for the summer ministry and heralds the coming of our fall kickoff the following week. As such, this is the last week on the summer (6-10pm) schedule. Consider coming out and ending your summer with a BLAST literally!

August 19—Men's Fire

Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 6:30pm-8pmJoin us for a monthly gathering for real connection with men … and fire. No pretenses. No judgements. Just guys who want to know Jesus and each other better. Bring a friend, a camping chair, some wood to donate to the burn, and snacks / drinks. Scheduled intentionally during Kids in Motion during the school year, so your kids can have a great time while you connect with other men.

August 23—Youth Ministry Kick-Off Event

Sunday, August 23, 2026, 6-8pm—Calling all 6th-12th grade students and parents! Youth Ministry kicks off on August 23! Join us as we gather weekly on Sundays from 6-8pm for snacks, games, prayer, fellowship, and gospel-centered community. Our kickoff also launches this year’s flagship series: Soundtracks: The Lies We Tell Ourselves. 

Our summer schedule concludes. We will return to regular schedule 6-8pm, with an optional fellowship time from 8-9pm. 

August 28—Young Adult Game Night

Friday, August 28, 2026, 6-10pm—Young Adults: Join us for Game Night! …for young adults and regular adults who love them. Enjoy a laid back evening at the Block’s. Bring your favorite snacks to share, a favorite game, and a friend or two! Join us at 6809 Pelham Manor Drive, Fairview Heights, IL 62208. Please RSVP to Skylar Squires, so we know how many to expect.

August 29—Women of Wellspring Game Night

Saturday, August 29, 6:30-9pm—Come join us for an evening of fun, food and fellowship on Saturday evening, August 29 at 6:30-9:00pm.

We’ll gather at Wellspring Family Church in the multi-purpose room. Come when you can, stay as long as you are able! This is an opportunity both for the young in age and young in heart to play games, do a puzzle, gab with friends and enjoy snacks! 

Games, puzzles, and simple snacks for all ages will be provided, but feel free to bring a favorite game or snack if you wish! Questions? contact Cheryl Kelley mcejkelley@hotmail.com.

August 30—Benevolent Giving Sunday

Sunday, August 30The fifth Sunday of the month is our benevolence collection. Our gifts help with special financial needs within our church family. Contributions can be marked “Benevolence” on your check memo line or choose Benevolence with online giving or use the Church Center app, select Give, amount, then choose Benevolence fund.

August 30—BLESS Our Neighbor Outreach Event

Sunday, August 30, 12:15pm—We want to continue to BLESS our neighbors at the Element Apartment Complex next to Wellspring. We’ve brought them cookies, distributed flowers, and on August 30 we would like to bring them a little gift and invite them to our Grand Opening Celebration on September 12. Please join us after church on August 30.  The more helpers the better.

September 9—Kids in Motion Begins!

Save the date! Kids in Motions starts Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 6:30-8pm, for the 2026-27 school year. You won’t want to miss the fun!

Wellspring Family Church loves kids, and every Wednesday during the school year, we welcome children ages 3 through 5th grade to enjoy God’s Word and participate in fun games and activities together at Kids in Motion. This fun and active time of discipleship serves to help children grow in their love for the Lord while sharing lessons with friends.

CLICK HERE to register today!

September 16—Men's Fire

Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 6:30pm-8pmJoin us for a monthly gathering for real connection with men … and fire. No pretenses. No judgements. Just guys who want to know Jesus and each other better. Bring a friend, a camping chair, some wood to donate to the burn, and snacks / drinks. Scheduled intentionally during Kids in Motion during the school year, so your kids can have a great time while you connect with other men.

September 12, 13—Grand Opening Event

Saturday, Sept 12—1-4pm Open house
Sunday, Sept 13—10am Social Hour, 10:45am Special Worship Service

Save the dates! We’re excited to open our new building and show you around. There will be fun events, and ways to explore our ministries and get to know us better.

September 15, 16, 17—Women of Wellspring Fall Bible Study

Save the dates for the Women of Wellspring Fall Bible Study from Proverbs on “The Way of Wisdom:” An 8-week session starting the week of September 15, 16 & 17. Through November 2, 3 & 4.

We will meet in Room 104 for all sessions. There will be 4 class options as follows:

Tuesday evenings from 7-8:30pm
Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 9-10:30am
Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8pm (new)

Tue Sept 15
Wed Sept 16
Thu Sept 17

Tue Sept 22
Wed Sept 23
Thu Sept 24

Tue Sept 29
Wed Sept 30
Thu Oct 1

Tue Oct 6
Wed Oct 7
Thu Oct 8

Tue Oct 13
Wed Oct 14
Thu Oct 15

Tue Oct 20
Wed Oct 21
Thu Oct 22

Tue Oct 27
Wed Oct 28
Thu Oct 29

Tue Nov 3
Wed Nov 4
Thu Nov 5

September 20—Women of Wellspring Baby Shower

Sunday, September 20, 12:15-2pm—Women of Wellspring: Save the date as we celebrate new life and love and support and encourage expectant parents. Lunch provided. More information to come.

September 28—Young Adult Game Night

Friday, September 26, 2026, 6-10pm—Young Adults: Join us for Game Night! …for young adults and regular adults who love them. Enjoy a laid back evening at the Block’s. Bring your favorite snacks to share, a favorite game, and a friend or two! Join us at 6809 Pelham Manor Drive, Fairview Heights, IL 62208. Please RSVP to Skylar Squires, so we know how many to expect.

October 2-4—Family Camp

Friday-Sunday, October 2-4, 2026—Save the dates!

Each fall, our church family gathers for a weekend at Pinecrest Camp and Conference Center, in Fredericktown, Missouri. This is a great opportunity to get away with our church family, grow in our relationships, be refreshed in God’s teachings, and worship in a natural setting.

Watch for more information and registration, coming soon.

 

October 17—Women of Wellspring Sweater Weather Get-together

Saturday, October 17, 6:30-9pm—Women of Wellspring: Save the date as we gather to celebrate. Plan on a night of warmth, community, fun, games, and lots of laughs. More information to come.

October 21—Men's Fire

Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 6:30pm-8pmJoin us for a monthly gathering for real connection with men … and fire. No pretenses. No judgements. Just guys who want to know Jesus and each other better. Bring a friend, a camping chair, some wood to donate to the burn, and snacks / drinks. Scheduled intentionally during Kids in Motion during the school year, so your kids can have a great time while you connect with other men.

October 25—Youth Event: City-wide Scavenger Hunt

October, September 19, 6-9pm—Youth, you will not want to miss this! Save the date for our annual, epic, all-city scavenger hunt! Adult drivers needed. See Pastor Aaron. More information to come.

November 1—Missions Lunch: Mission to Those Who are Unhoused in St. Louis

Sunday, August 9, 2026, 12:15-2p—Join us immediately after worship for a simple lunch, and hear about updates and opportunities to serve our mission to Those Who are Unhoused in St. Louis. More information to come.

November 14—Youth Thanks (For) Giving Event

November 14, 2026, 5-7pm—This event serves as a dedication to honor those that come alongside the Youth Ministry year round. Formally, it’s a dinner by invitation only. 

November 15—Women of Wellspring Bridal Shower

November 15, 2026, 12-3pm—Women of Wellspring: Save the date for Bridal shower luncheon honoring Cheyenne Martin Whitehead. Join us in the Multipurpose Room for a time of fellowship and connection as we honor the newly-wed bride. More information to come.

November 18—Men's Fire

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 6:30pm-8pmJoin us for a monthly gathering for real connection with men … and fire. No pretenses. No judgements. Just guys who want to know Jesus and each other better. Bring a friend, a camping chair, some wood to donate to the burn, and snacks / drinks. Scheduled intentionally during Kids in Motion during the school year, so your kids can have a great time while you connect with other men.

December 4—Young Adult Game Night

Friday, December 4, 2026, 6-10pm—Young Adults: Join us for Game Night! …for young adults and regular adults who love them. Enjoy a laid back evening at the Block’s. Bring your favorite snacks to share, a favorite game, and a friend or two! Join us at 6809 Pelham Manor Drive, Fairview Heights, IL 62208. Please RSVP to Skylar Squires, so we know how many to expect.

December 16—Men's Fire

Wednesday, December 14, 2026, 6:30pm-8pmJoin us for a monthly gathering for real connection with men … and fire. No pretenses. No judgements. Just guys who want to know Jesus and each other better. Bring a friend, a camping chair, some wood to donate to the burn, and snacks / drinks. Scheduled intentionally during Kids in Motion during the school year, so your kids can have a great time while you connect with other men.