Posted on Oct 2, 2018 in Events, Operation Christmas Child, Outreach | Tags: box, bressi ranch, carlsbad, christian, christmas, Christmas gift, church, drop off, drop off location, jesus, north county, operation christmas child, rancho carrillo, samaritan's purse, san diego, shoe, shoebox, shoeboxes
The world’s largest Christmas project of its kind, Operation Christmas Child utilizes gift-filled shoeboxes to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way to children in need around the world. Are you ready to be a part of the movement?
How to Pack & Deliver Your Shoebox Gifts!
Find a Shoebox
Start with an average-size cardboard or plastic shoebox. If you want to wrap it, cover the box and lid separately. Or pick-up a box at church.
Girl or Boy?
Decide whether you will pack a box for a girl or a boy, and the age category.
Can’t decide? Feel free to build multiple shoebox gifts! The more the merrier!
Fill with Gifts
Select a quality “wow” toy such as a doll, soccer ball with pump, or stuffed animal.
Pray
Most importantly, pray for the child who will receive your Operation Christmas Child shoebox gift. You can also include a personal note and photo.
$9 Tracking Labels
Alternatively, you can use the labels from the printed brochure and send a check or cash in the envelope (provided in the brochure)1
Drop-Off
Take your shoebox gift(s) to Faith Community Church on Sunday, Nov. 11 or 18 (between 9:30am-12:30pm) or during normal weekday operating hours by Nov. 16.
Posted on Aug 19, 2018 in Events | Tags: 2018, author, bible, bressi ranch, carlsbad, christianity, cold case, dateline, detective, faith community church, fall, j. warner wallace, nbc, north county, october, police officer, san diego, speaker

Jim Warner Wallace is a cold-case homicide detective, popular national speaker and best-selling author.
His professional investigative work has received national recognition and his cases have been featured more than any other detective on Dateline NBC.
On Saturday, October 6, join us for a complimentary dinner (hosted by Swenson Advisors), dessert (prepared by guest chef Andres Hinojosa from Dinner with a Chef), and presentation by J. Warner Wallace with an opportunity for Q & A.
Seats are limited, so register below today!
Ages 15 & up. Minors must be accompanied by adult/parent/guardian.
MORE ABOUT J. WARNER WALLACE
J. Warner was awarded the Police and Fire Medal of Valor “Sustained Superiority” Award for his continuing work on cold-case homicides, and the CopsWest Award after solving a 1979 murder.
As a vocal atheist in his mid-thirties, Jim rigorously investigated the lofty claims of the New Testament to determine if the supernatural assertions of the world’s largest religion could hold up under the intense scrutiny that modern detective-work demands. This proved to be a life-changing endeavor.
When not engaging audiences around the country, Jim resides in Southern California with his wife, Susie.
Read what others have to say about him below, then register to experience an evening with J. Warner Wallace for yourself!
“Detective J. Warner Wallace is as creative telling a story as he is solving a crime.”
– Robert Dean (Producer, Dateline NBC)
“Around DATELINE we call J. Warner Wallace ‘The Evidence Whisperer.’”
-Keith Morrison (Reporter, Dateline NBC)
“Sherlock Holmes has nothing on J. Warner Wallace.”
-Hank Hanegraaff (Author, Radio Host)
“He has a solid understanding of the critical issues, while having the rare gift of taking complex and difficult subjects and making them understandable and accessible. He is able to cut through the jargon and give real answers for real-world questions.”
-Brian Auten (Podcast Writer & Host)
“Whether you are a Christian or a skeptic, J. Warner will challenge you to consider the evidence through fresh eyes.”
-Sean McDowell (Author, Speaker, Educator)
“J. Warner Wallace understands the importance of evidence — whether it’s the evidence needed to convict a criminal, or the evidence needed to change the heart of a skeptic.”
-Andy Bannister (Ravi Zacharias Ministries)
Posted on Mar 13, 2018 in Events | Tags: bible, bressi ranch easter, carlsbad easter, christian, christianity, church, easter, easter sunday, easter sunday service, egg hunt, egg rush, faith community church, jesus, non-denominational, north county, san marcos, vista
We invite you to join us at Faith Community Church for Easter Sunday services and activities on April 1. Celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ with live music and a message of hope found in the one and only risen Savior.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
8:30am: Early Easter Service
(Kids classes not running at this time. All ages are welcome in the service.)
9:30-10:30am: Brunch Buffet
(baked goods, egg dishes, fruit, coffee, and more!)
10:00am: Kids’ Easter Egg RUSH!
(on grass field)
10:30am: Easter Service
(nursery-5th grade Creation Kids children’s classes available)
During each Easter Service Dr. Doug Baker will be giving an encouraging and transformational message about Jesus Christ–the risen Savior.
“…Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures…was buried…[and] raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures…” -1 Corinthians 15:3-4
Faith Community Church | 2700 Rancho Pancho | Carlsbad | 92009
Posted on Mar 12, 2018 in Events | Tags: carlsbad, easter, easter weekend, faith community church, good friday, good friday church service, good friday service, jesus, jesus christ, north county, north county san diego, rancho carrillo, san diego, san marcos, vista
Good Friday is a time we come together at Faith Community Church to remember and reflect on the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
His death on the cross–while a somber and dark day in our world’s history–was the necessary precursor to the miracle of Resurrection Sunday (Easter).
Join us at 6:30pm on Friday, March 30 for a family worship service* that blends gospel narrative, contemplative music, and self-reflection.
Remember to finish the story on Easter Sunday during one of our Celebration Services (8:30am | 10:30am).
*Nursery & kids classrooms available for children 4 years old & younger.
“Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” -Matthew 11:28-30
Faith Community Church | 2700 Rancho Pancho | Carlsbad | 92009
Posted on Apr 29, 2017 in Events | Tags: 2017, activities, affordable, bible camp, bressi ranch, carlsbad, children, church, crafts, day camp, elementary, faith community church, free, galactic starveyors, games, jesus, kids, lifeway, low cost, music, north county, preschool, rancho carrillo, san diego, summer, summer activities, summer camp, vacation bible school, vbs
VBS: Monday, July 24 – Friday, July 28 from 9:00am-12:00pm at Faith Community Church
$25 per child (includes t-shirt, snacks, crafts, one music CD per family, & more!)
$10 off each additional sibling!
3-year-olds through entering 6th graders are welcome! (spaces are limited & 3-year-olds must be potty trained)
Are your kids ready to become Galactic Starveyors this year at VBS?! As we focus our telescopes on the marvels painted in the sky by the Creator, they will discover the wonder among all wonders—that the God who created everything there is—the knowable and unknowable, the visible and the invisible—wants a personal relationship with them!
Through live music, engaging stories, creative activities, and fun games, your kids will discover that Jesus is “over the moon” with love for them!
Snacks will be served each day at VBS. When registering, please let us know of your child’s food allergies and other relevant medical information.
Posted on Mar 21, 2017 in Events | Tags: 2017, April 14, bible, bressi ranch easter, carlsbad easter, christian, christianity, church, easter, easter sunday, easter sunday service, egg hunt, egg rush, faith community church, good friday, jesus, Joseph Fiennes, movie, movie night, non-denominational, north county, risen, san marcos, Sony, trailer, vista
Join us on Good Friday, April 14 at 6:45pm for this free movie event.
Risen is the epic Biblical story of the Resurrection, as told through the eyes of a non-believer. Clavius (Joseph Fiennes), a powerful Roman military tribune, and his aide, Lucius (Tom Felton), are tasked with solving the mystery of what happened to Jesus in the weeks following the crucifixion, in order to disprove the rumors of a risen Messiah and prevent an uprising in Jerusalem.
We will serve communion afterward for those who would like to partake.
Come grab a seat in our auditorium at 6:45pm–the movie will begin promptly at 7:00pm. Risen is rated PG-13 and children under 13 years of age must be accompanied by a parent. Family discussion guides will be available to take home with you free of charge.
There will not be childcare available for this event.
Posted on May 13, 2015 in Children's Ministry, Events | Tags: bressi ranch, carlsbad, christian, community, crafts, faith community church, games, jesus, journey off the map, july, kids, lifeway, music, north county, rancho carillo, rancho pancho, san diego, songs, summer, vacation bible school, vbs

Faith Community Church presents Journey Off The Map, a VBS experience (July 20-24) that will take your kids to uncharted territory where they will begin to understand that obedience to God can lead them beyond the expected.
So, toss the map, stick close to your guide, and prepare to listen for God’s direction in this journey that is unknown to us, but known by Him. Join us for the exploration of a lifetime!
Registration is only $10 and includes games, crafts, songs, snacks, t-shirt, and much more!
Our VBS journey will begin each morning at 9:30am and conclude for the day at 12:00pm.
Contact Jenny for more information.
Posted on Mar 10, 2015 in Events, Sundays | Tags: 2015, april 5, april 5 2015, bible, bressi ranch, bressi ranch easter, bressi ranch easter service, bressi ranch easter services, bressi ranch easter sunday, brunch, carlsbad, carlsbad easter, carlsbad easter service, carlsbad easter services, carlsbad easter sunday, carlsbad flower fields, christian, easter, easter 2015, easter activities, easter brunch, easter church service, easter egg hunt, easter in carlsbad, easter service, easter sunday, easter worship service, faith community church, flower fields, good friday, jesus christ, kids easter activities, kids egg hunt, maundy thursday, north county, rancho carillo, rancho carillo easter, rancho carillo easter service, rancho carillo easter services, rancho carillo easter sunday, san diego, the fields church easter, the flower fields at carlsbad

We at
Faith Community Church invite you to join us for
Easter Sunday services and activities on Sunday, April 5.
SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
8:30am: Early Easter Service
(nursery-5th grade Children’s Ministry available)
9:30-10:15am: Continental Brunch
9:45am: Kids’ Easter Egg RUSH!
(on grass field)
10:30am: Easter Service
(nursery-5th grade Children’s Ministry available)
During each Easter Service
Dr. Doug Baker will be giving an encouraging message called,
Rise & Shine.
“‘Rise and shine!’ is a phrase heard throughout life, often when we least want to hear it. Yet, when God says it to us, it takes on a completely new and exciting meaning. It looks forward to life change that is empowered not by our own energy levels or interests but by God’s capacity and desires.
“At Easter Jesus rose from the dead, but the meaning of that moment is not merely rooted in history. It is an event that revolutionizes our lives as well. As we trust in Him, we are enabled to move out of the shadows and darkness of past harmful habits and present puzzlement into the light of clean slates, fresh hopes, and clear consciences and conceptions of life. Join us this Easter as we ‘Rise and Shine’ together.”
-Doug Baker
Contact Us!
Posted on Sep 30, 2014 in Operation Christmas Child, Outreach | Tags: bressi ranch, carlsbad, christian, church, drop off, gifts, jesus, north county, operation christmas child, shoeboxes
How to Pack a Shoebox!



Place a rubber band around each closed shoebox and drop it off at Faith Community Church on Sunday, November 16 or 23 (or at the church office between now and Wednesday, November 19). Thank you for helping change lives through Operation Christmas Child!

Posted on Mar 26, 2013 in Events | Tags: activities for the kids, BBQ, bounce house, carlsbad, christian, christianity, church, church family, church picnic, dessert, encinitas, evangelical, face paintings, faith community, faith community church, faith community church by the sea, family, family fun, family picnic, family recreation, family recreation in carlsbad, family recreation in encinitas, food, football, free meal, fun for the whole family, i'm hungry, I'm lonely, jesus christ, jumpy, lawn chair, looking for friends, lunch, non-denominational, north county, outdoor activities, outdoor fun, place to eat, recreation, recreation in carlsbad, restaurants in carlsbad, san diego, side dish, soccer, something to do, sports, spring, stagecoach park, Sunday activity, ultimate frisbee, warm weather, worship service
You’ve probably noticed that spring is in full swing!
Having some good ol’ outdoor family fun is a great way to get to know each other better while enjoying delicious food and warmer weather in the process.
Our annual church picnic (Sunday, April 28) is open to everyone of all ages. Make a day of it by joining us at our church Worship Service (10:15am) at the Encinitas Community Center before heading over to Stagecoach Park for lunch and activities for the whole family (12:15-3:00pm).
Stagecoach Park is located at 3420 Camino de los Coches in Carlsbad.
There will be a number of benches to sit on, but we encourage you to bring the lawn chair of your choice to relax in.
Kids will love our FREE Bounce House and face-paintings.
Teens and adults can enjoy a friendly game of Ultimate Frisbee and other sports.
The main dish for lunch will be provided by us.
If you are currently a part of Faith Community, we ask you bring a side-dish or dessert to share (sign-up at church or use the contact form below to tell us what you are bringing).
If you are guests, lunch is on us–just plan to bring your appetite.
While it is not necessary to RSVP, we would really love to know if you plan to come (so we can plan to have enough food). Use the form below to give us a heads up that you are coming or to request more information. We’d love to hear from you!
Let us Know You’re Coming or Request more Info