Upcoming Events
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Wellspring Family Church!
We invite you to experience church as a family on mission.
Wellspring Family Church is a community, where you can come and flourish and be a part of something.
Jesus is at the center of everything we do!
Women of Wellspring Spring Bible Study
February 22-March 29—Sign Language Class
Join us Sundays, February 22-March 29, 12:15pm-1:15pm—To spread the love of God and His plan for salvation to everyone, we are excited to announce plans for a beginners sign language class. Joseph Adjei, Preston Preist and Karen Houston will lead this class in the Multipurpose Room. Light lunch provided. All those interested in learning the basics are invited to join. This 6-week class runs through March 29 (Palm Sunday.) Kindly contact Lisa Priest or Joseph Adjei for any questions.
March 14—Chili Cook-off Fundraiser
Sunday, March 14, 6pm—Plan to attend our annual Chili Cook-off. This fundraiser for scholarships helps bring the Gospel message to children and youth through camps and retreats, including: Presidents Day Weekend Retreat, King’s Kids Camp, Kids in Motion, Camp Motion and Camp Barnabas. This year we will include a bake sale and silent auction.
Bring a pot of chili, a chili topping, or dessert… and your generosity! Neighbors and friends of Wellspring are cordially invited to join the fun.
Drop off available at the east side entrance. Youth will receive and register your item.
Thank you for blessing our children and youth.
We will meet in the Multipurpose Room. Drop off items at 5:45pm, Prayer at 6pm.
March 18—Men’s Fire
Wednesday, March 18, 6:30-8pm—A time for men to show up as they are and connect with other men. No pretenses. No judgements. Just guys who want to know Jesus and each other better. This is a monthly gathering for real connection with men … and fire.
All are welcome. Bring a friend, a camping chair, and some wood to donate to the burn. BYO snacks / drinks. Scheduled intentionally during Kids in Motion, so your kids can have a great time while you connect with other men.
March 26-29—Wild at Heart BASIC
March 26-29, 2026—Join the men of Wellspring as we spend a weekend with Jesus and other men seeking to get their hearts back! We are under constant assault in this world, but the Lord wants us to live wholeheartedly—restoration of all four key human relationships: with God, with self, with others, and with creation. Take a concrete step toward this true self together!
The Wild at Heart BASIC, in Piedmont, MO, is a 4-day event that is unlike any other men’s retreat. Don’t miss this. You won’t regret it!
March 28—SOS—Women's Sewing Ministry
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 9am-1pm—Join us as we serve those who are unhoused in St. Louis by finishing quilts and weaving mats. No sewing experience needed. This is a great time to fellowship and get to know the women of our church. Contact Christy Hageman or 636-795-2467 with questions.
March 29—Palm Sunday Potluck Breakfast
Sunday, March 29, 9:30am—Plan to attend our annual Palm Sunday Potluck Breakfast. Bring your favorite egg casserole, cinammon rolls, or breakfast fruit bowl to share.
We will meet in the Multipurpose Room. Drop off items at 9:15pm, Prayer at 9:30pm.
March 29—Life Team Meeting
Sunday, March 28, 12:15pm—Join us for a light lunch in the Multipurpose Room and find out how Wellspring promotes life at all stages. We will have a time of prayer and discussion on current life issues. For more information, please contact Denise Brockman.
April 1—Kids in Motion Easter Celebration
Wednesday, April 1, 6:30pm—
April 3—Good Friday Observation
Friday, April 3, 6pm—Join us as we observe the passion of our Lord Jesus Christ. We will observe his suffering and crucifixion through readings and song. We will participate in Communion.
For God made Christ, who never sinned, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made right with God through Christ. —2 Corinthians 5:21
April 5—Easter Resurrection Celebration
Sunday, April 5, 10:45am—Plan to attend our annual celebration of Christ’s victorious triumph over death and the punishment of sin.
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead.”—1 Peter 1:3
April 7, 8, 9—Women's Spring Bible Study
Beginning April 7, 8, 9—Women of Wellspring Spring 2026 Bible Study on Gideon
April 10—Trivia Night Fundraiser for Dutchtown Outreach
Friday, April 10, 6pm—Join us for a night of fun, celebration, & impact. Doors open at 6pm. Trivia games begins promptly at 6:45 pm.
Why join us?
1. Snacks + trivia = good life choices
2. Because yelling at your friends is socially acceptable here
3. Win prizes. Lose gracefully. Blame the questions.
4. You are investing in people, community, and long-term impact in
Dutchtown!
Southgate Church, 9820 East Watson Road, St. Louis, MO 63126
Table of 8: $200. 8 rounds of Trivia. Live auction and silent auction.
CLICK HERE to register now.
April 12—Discover Wellspring Class
April 12, 12:15pm—If you’re new to Wellspring or interested in the next steps to become a member, join us for “Discover Wellspring”—a class in one afternoon, immediately following worship, in the Wellspring Board Room / Office. Light lunch will be provided.
CLICK HERE to register.
April 15—Men’s Fire
Wednesday, April 15, 6:30-8pm—A time for men to show up as they are and connect with other men. No pretenses. No judgements. Just guys who want to know Jesus and each other better. This is a monthly gathering for real connection with men … and fire.
All are welcome. Bring a friend, a camping chair, and some wood to donate to the burn. BYO snacks / drinks. Scheduled intentionally during Kids in Motion, so your kids can have a great time while you connect with other men.
April 19—All-church Picnic
April 19, 12:15pm—Join us after worship for a potluck picnic lunch. We’ll enjoy games, food, and fellowship on the Wellspring campus. Wellspring will provide burgers, hot dogs, and drinks. Please bring a dish to share. More information to come.
May 3—Mission Lunch
Sunday, May 3, 12:15pm—Join us for a light lunch and hear updates from our mission to Dutchtown, St. Louis. You will hear stories of God’s work through us, updates on the Iowa House Ministry Center renovation, and learn of opportunities to participate in serving the vulnerable children and families in Dutchtown. In the Multipurpose Room immediately following our worship service.
May 17—Graduate Recognition Sunday
May 17—Each year, we take time to recognize our graduates and their accomplishments. We celebrate their achievements and wish them well on their future endeavors. Join us for a reception in the Multipurpose Room immediately following our worship service.
May 22-23—Youth Lock-in Event
Friday, May 22, 7pm-Saturday, May 23, 8am—Wellspring celebrates the end of another school year with a Youth Lock-in. We also want to celebrate what God has been doing in the lives of our youth this year.
This is the first event for incoming 5th graders, last event for outgoing Seniors.
We will officially kick off our Summer calendar with games, a movie, and snacks galore. We will also have a time for outgoing seniors to share their testimonies and generate discussion about the role of youth group in their personal faith journey. This event will function in tandem with Young Adult Ministry.
Wellspring will provide pizza on Friday night, and breakfast Saturday morning. Dismissal / parent pick-up is 9:00am Saturday.
June 15-19—Camp Motion 2026
Monday-Friday, June 15-19, 2026—Registration is open! Make plans now to join us! Camp Motion is a week-long, all-day camp held each year at Wellspring Family Church for kids who will be in 1st-5th grade in the fall. (Children must have completed kindergarten to participate.) Camp is from Monday-Friday, 9am to 3:30pm. Drop off at 8:45am, no before or after-care available.
For more information and registration, CLICK HERE!
June 28-July 10—Mission Trip to Uganda 2026
Sunday, June 28-Friday, July 10, 2026—Wellspring joins with other teams from the US and will visit three boarding schools that our sponsored children attend. We look forward to conducting a camp, much like our Camp Motion. We will also encourage and support the staff, visit families and provide relief, and provide hope and the love of Christ to these vulnerable children.
More information about joining and/or supporting the team coming soon.
July 19-24—King's Kids Camp
Monday-Friday, June 19-24, 2026—King‘s Kid Camp is for kids who will be entering grades 4th through 9th grade in the fall. Teen Discipleship Camp is for 15 to 18-year-olds who have completed 9th through 12th grade.
King’s Kids Camp is an overnight camp that takes place at Camp Wartburg near Waterloo, Illinois and is sponsored by several St. Louis area Evangelical Free churches.
Campers arrive on Sunday, July 19th between 2:00pm – 3:00pm. Camp finishes on Friday, July 24th. Families should arrive for luggage pick up at 6:30pm and stay for the closing program from 7:15 pm to 8:15 pm.
Campers will have a wonderful time enjoying great camp activities, such as morning watches, swimming, archery, canoeing, crafts, games, water carnival, relays, creek walks, “the gauntlet,” a giant slip-and-slide, campfires, candle time, a scavenger hunt, crazy games, special activities, and special presentations. The older campers can choose to do the high ropes course if they wish. At King’s Kids Camp, campers also chose a worship workshop, where they focus on one type of worship skill, such as Art, Drama, Stomp Percussion, Video Skits, or a Creation Workshop. It is a fantastic week where campers can grow in their faith while having a great time!
Registration coming soon! Come back soon.
King’s Kids Camp is at Camp Wartburg
5705 Lrc Rd., Waterloo, IL 62298
July 25-31—Camp Barnabas
Saturday-Friday, July 25-31, 2026—Save the date!
At Camp Barnabas, we invite people with disabilities and chronic illnesses to experience a Christian summer camp built with them in mind. Our goal is to make sure everyone has the best week of their lives.
Campers are individuals ages 7 and up with a variety of diagnoses: developmental and physical disabilities, chronic illnesses, autism spectrum disorder, cancer, hemophilia, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, cystic fibrosis, amputated limbs, atypically formed limbs, visual impairment, hearing impairment, spina bifida, and many other rare and debilitating diseases.
To learn more about serving opportunities, visit CampBarnabas.org.
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.