This year, the Family Church will have have a float with our children and TFC volunteers walking alongside carrying flags in the DeSoto 2018 Grand Parade. Nearly 200,000 people are expected to line the streets of Manatee Avenue to watch the parade. The Parade steps off at 6:30pm from Manatee High School. Keep checking back Read More
Celebrate July 4th at the Riverwalk July 4th from 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Join us at the Riverwalk Mosaic Amphitheater from 7:00-8:30 for worship and live music followed by fireworks at 9:00 pm. More information to come.
Kamp KZ June & July ( Seven weeks of Day Camps)
This summer we will be expanding our Kids-A-flame to seven weeks of Day Camps instead of just one week. Pastor Sue Lowery has planned different themes each week for Kamp KZ 2018—Sports, Arts, Wild & Wacky Water Week, Wilderness Camp, Drama, Games and Shipwreck VBX’treme. Each day includes Bible training, prayer and worship along with the fun and games.
YEX USA Summer Camp July 23 – 27, 2018
Today’s youth are experiencing high levels of anxiety and stress as they plug into technology and disconnect from their families and friends. YEX summer camp gives them an opportunity to step away from the distractions of the world at Christian Retreat’s riverfront, country setting, be challenged by the truth of God’s Word and cultivate wholesome Godly relationships. This overnight camp for ages 13 and up offers power-packed ministry by outstanding youth leaders and bands. Activities include outdoor sports, swimming, canoeing, games, arts, dance and drama workshops.
Feast of Tabernacles 2018 September 23-30, 2018
Come and rejoice with us in the presence of the Lord our God, the creator of heavens and earth. Join us for a unique Messianic week, full of joy, dance, worship, prophecy and powerful teachings… Daily Services: Mornings at 10:00 am | Nights at 7:00 pm | Afternoon Workshops 1:30
Holy Land Tour with Dr. Gerald Derstine & Pastor Phil Derstine October 10 - 19, 2018
We invite you to join us on this Holy Land Classic program that will expand our knowledge of the Bible and this sacred land. A journey following in the footsteps of Jesus will change the way you read the Bible, and you will learn why scholars refer to it as the “Fifth Gospel”. Please consider this our personal invitation to be a part of this adventure in faith and join us in experiencing a once in a lifetime journey as we walk where Jesus walked! Save the date and bring a friend!
Dr. Gerald Derstine & Pastor Phil Derstine
