Living Connected
current Series
3 weeks: august 17-31
Following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey. In this 3-week series, we’ll explore the beauty and power of living in deep connection with God and with one another, walking in faith together, growing as disciples, and building unity that reflects Christ’s heart. You'll have the opportunity to join a group and get more connected at Fair Oaks Church!
groups fall session
starting in september
If you're ready to get more connected and build community, you'll have the opportunity to explore small groups and find a place to plug in! Our 11-week fall session of Groups will launch September 7. Expect to hear more in the coming weeks.
thanks for celebrating
Thanks for worshipping with us for a special celebration service and reception! We hope God was glorified, and we properly honored and thanked all who were involved giving and serving in many different capacities. If you want to see a video of our campus grow over the years, you can watch it below. Enjoy!
WFO Women's Brunch
September 4
Women's Fellowship Outreach hosts brunches the first Thursday of each month. You can expect to hear from different speakers and missionaries/mission organizations each month. Women of all ages are welcome to join us from 9:30a-11:30a in the Family Life Center in the AMC room. Laurel Harper will be sharing about Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child program.
partnership track
september 21
This course will help you understand what it means to be an active participant in our church family, meet our pastors and elders, share your faith story, learn about our church denomination, and ask questions. Learn more and RSVP below.
baptism sunday
october 5
We offer periodic opportunities to explore baptism throughout the year, typically in spring, summer and fall based on interest. If you want to learn more, please fill out an interest form below. Thank you!
meet our missionaries
september 10
You'll have the opportunity to connect and hear from our 2025 mission teams sharing reports from their experiences serving Jesus on Wednesday, September 10th from 6-8p. You can also expect to hear more about trip dates and application information for 2026 trips.
Men's retreat 2025
september 19-21
Save the Date! Men's Retreat at Camp Alta will be September 19-21. Cost: $245/person. Scholarships and financial assistance is available. Contact Dave Sepe if you have questions at dsepe@fopc.org.
upcoming gatherings
Family Gatherings are quarterly, non-voting meetings where we share ministry updates, church vision, financial and staffing news, focused topics for discussion and space for questions. We have dates for upcoming Family Gatherings for the fall and our Congregational Meeting where members vote on church officers (first Sunday in November). We hope you can participate. More details TBA and ways you can submit questions ahead of time.
worship & prayer night
september 28
Join us on Sunday, September 28th in Wells Chapel for a night of worship and prayer from 6:30-7:30pm. We are creating space where you can draw near to God through worship, Scripture, prayer, reflection and confession. All are welcome. Families are welcome to worship together. If you would appreciate childcare, please RSVP below by 9/21.
church vision process
Starting in September 2024, we will begin the process of assessing, evaluating, and discerning God's specific vision and calling for our church. A team of 12 will be led through this process with the guidance of a coach through Knot Navigators. Click below to learn more. We will continue sharing about this process as it unfolds.
church online update
Starting in July, we won't be live-streaming Sunday services. However, we will continue to make the message available on demand for those who are unable to attend in person or miss a week. Instead of a live option, we'll post Sunday’s message on our website and podcast by Tuesday each week. This area of ministry will continue to be reimagined and revisited as our vision process unfolds. Click the button below to watch a message from our team.
missions & Outreach
news & updates
Want to receive the latest news, stories, and updates from our supported missionaries and outreach efforts around the world? Sign up using the button below to get it all sent to your inbox!
2026 mission trips
apply now-nov 2, 2025
We have mission trip opportunities for 2026! Prayerfully consider how God might be calling you to serve around the world next summer. Applications are now open (and will close after November 2, 2025). Use the link below to apply for any of the 2026 trips.
collecting craft fair items
Now through the end of September we are collecting items for the "Oldies but Goodies" section of the Craft Fair (November 8, 2025). We can use seasonal items for fall and Christmas. Collectibles, jewelry household & kitchen items, china, glassware, pottery & much more. Must be clean and in good condition. No cracks or chips. No large or heavy items. No clothing or shoes. For more info contact Lou Hirsch, (916) 837-9277 or email louh@surewest.net.
more ways to engage
Catch up on messages or go back and listen again on the Fair Oaks Church Sermon Podcast. Instead of watching on video, you can listen to just the message on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
We've introduced Cutting Room Floor episodes into the sermon podcast, where we go deeper to unpack what didn't make the cut and discuss more message themes with Sunday's teacher! NOTE: Episodes on break during the summer series.
Want to become more familiar with the worship songs we use in services? Check out our Spotify playlist! We regularly update it with songs you'll hear on Sundays.
summer Bible Class
study of hebrews
Starting June 22nd at 10:30am in the Family Life Center (AMC Room) Dave Llewellyn will be teaching a class studying Hebrews (June 22 - August 31).
outreach basketball
meeting in family life center
This group is open to anyone who are interested in coming out to play basketball! Both men and women of all ages are welcome. The gym located in the Family Life Center on our church campus will be open on Sundays between 4-7p. Players may bring their children, but they are responsible for them and must remain in the gym area. For more information please contact Doug Veale by phone or email.
sunday bible class
gospel of matthew
Bob Quadro will be teaching on the Gospel of Matthew, starting September 14, 2025. All we welcome to attend on Sundays at 10:30a in the Family Life Center (AMC room). Learn more bout Zoom options for Sunday mornings of Wednesday nights below.
weekly prayer meeting
saturdays 4p on zoom
You are invited to join us for a weekly prayer meeting on Zoom where our church family comes together to regularly pray over our church. Join us on Saturdays from 4-5p. If you want more info click here.
