stay in the loop
This is the place for your weekly update! Find out what's going on in the life of our church and stay informed with current announcements. This is to help connect you with the ministry of Fair Oaks Church.
Feel free to reach out and contact us if you have questions!
Feel free to reach out and contact us if you have questions!
Worship with us sundays
9a & 10:30a - in person and online
Join us in the Worship Center for services at 9a and 10:30a in person or online. We offer programs for kids (babies-5th grade) and students! If you want more info about what to expect for in person services or how you can worship with us online, learn more below.
current series
out of egypt
Join us this Sunday as we begin a new series on January 14th, studying the first 15 chapters of Exodus, a rich narrative that points us to Jesus and our own story of redemption. We hope you take this 12-week journey with us as we encounter the God who brought Israel out of Egypt, and the Son who delivers us from the bondage of sin into new life and redeems us as His children!
holy week 2024
This contemplative service will focus on the suffering of Jesus, his crucifixion and death on the cross. You can expect this service to include reflections, readings and songs. Childcare is available in the Kids & Youth Center.
Join us for celebratory Easter Sunday services at 9a and 10:30a. We'll have a photo spot and special refreshments for you to enjoy! Learn more details about what to expect, how you can invite others, and help serve below.
2024 reach offering
During the Easter season we collect a special offering to bless a handful of local and global ministry partners. This year's recipients include HART of Orangevale-Fair Oaks, Union Gospel Mission in Sacramento, Miqlat School in Malawi, and Rescued to Tell Ministry in Brazil. Give a gift in person using a Reach Offering envelope or put Reach Offering in the memo line. You can also give online and select the Reach Offering category. All gifts must be received by April 30, 2024. Thanks for your generosity!
meet the missionaries
This monthly gathering is designed to help connect you with some of our missionaries and outreach mission partners. Everyone is welcome to come and learn more! On April 3rd at 6pm, join us in the Family Life Center for a potluck dinner and presentations from the following representatives and organizations: Grace House, City of Refuge, and the Orangevale Community Foundation.
women's brunch
All women are welcome to monthly brunches on the first Thursday of the month from 9:30a-11:30a. Join us on Thursday, April 4th in the Family Life Center (AMC room). This month's speaker is Irene Hronicek from Citrus Heights HART organization.
baptism sunday
april 28
Interested in exploring baptism? Sign up and let us know by or before April 14th. Our team will follow up with you and schedule a time to meet with our elders/pastors. We look forward to baptisms as an extension of our worship services on Sunday, April 28th!
lent devotional guide
Join us as we journey through Lent and prepare our hearts for Easter! Click the button below to sign up for a free 40-day devotional emailed to you daily during this season of Lent or go to gospelinlife.com/devotional/lent.
missions auction
april 27 | 4pm
We are currently collecting new items and services to use for our silent and live auction. All proceeds go to help fund short-term team trips and youth camperships. Tickets are now available online and will be sold in person starting on April 7th.
annual report 2023
Sharon alexander
memorial service
A memorial service to celebrate the life of Sharon Alexander will be held at Fair Oaks Church on Friday, April 5th at 11am in Wells Chapel, followed by a reception.
spotify worship playlist
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 from Sundays. Let us know what some of your favorites are and/or suggest new songs by reaching out to our Worship Director, Lauren Ross.
weekly prayer meeting
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.
support student ministry
This fundraiser helps support our Student Ministry! Use gift cards for purchases for places you already shop and Student Ministry will receive a portion up to 20% towards scholarships. For more information, stop by the Scrip table in the lobby of the Family Life Center on Sundays.
Bob Quadro's Class
Study of Romans
Dr. Bob Quadro will be teaching a weekly class on the book of Romans starting on September 10 at 10:30am in the Family Life Center (AMC Room) and on Zoom. There is also a Zoom only class option on Wednesdays at 7p. Get Zoom link information and learn more below.
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.
Financial Update
ministry fund
February 2024
Income $146,704
Expenses $176,097
Net Loss ($29,393)
YTD Net Income (Jul 2023 - Feb 2024) $132,100
Income $146,704
Expenses $176,097
Net Loss ($29,393)
YTD Net Income (Jul 2023 - Feb 2024) $132,100
kids & youth Center
loan balance
$506,145
worship service - march 24, 2024
Breakfast 9:00-10:00a
in the Family Life Center
in the Family Life Center
WORSHIP TEAM 10:30a:
Lauren Ross - Worship Leader
Patsy Conner - Vocals
Tommy dunham - Electric Guitar and Vocals
Jennifer Rustad - Keys and Vocals
Jimmy O'Shae - Bass
Caleb Nunes - Drums
Stephen Drew - Organ
Lauren Ross - Worship Leader
Patsy Conner - Vocals
Tommy dunham - Electric Guitar and Vocals
Jennifer Rustad - Keys and Vocals
Jimmy O'Shae - Bass
Caleb Nunes - Drums
Stephen Drew - Organ
with sympathy
Please join us in praying and caring for those who have lost loved ones in this difficult season.
The sympathy of our congregation extends to the families and friends of:
The sympathy of our congregation extends to the families and friends of:
Jeremy Merz - 1/24/23
Joanna Russler - 2/23/23
Everett Anson - 3/2/23
Nancy Kors - 4/7/23
Tom Sloan - 5/1/23
Virginia Rivett - 7/1/23 (Mother of Ron & Rob Rivett)
Lillian Jones - 7/8/23
Bobbie Sue - 8/16/23
Rod Baer - 9/27/23
Ed Hart - 10/12/23
Carolyn Thome - 11/15/23
Pam Eggert - 12/2/23
Valerie Hooper - 1/4/24 (Service on 3/1/24)
David Nichelson - 1/21/24 (Service on 3/8/24)
Sharon Alexander - 2/8/24 (Service on 4/5/24)
Ed Buffalo - 2/18/24 (Service 4/12/24)
Bill Houston - 3/10/24 (Service 5/3/24)
John Desmond - 3/26/24 (Service TBD)
Joanna Russler - 2/23/23
Everett Anson - 3/2/23
Nancy Kors - 4/7/23
Tom Sloan - 5/1/23
Virginia Rivett - 7/1/23 (Mother of Ron & Rob Rivett)
Lillian Jones - 7/8/23
Bobbie Sue - 8/16/23
Rod Baer - 9/27/23
Ed Hart - 10/12/23
Carolyn Thome - 11/15/23
Pam Eggert - 12/2/23
Valerie Hooper - 1/4/24 (Service on 3/1/24)
David Nichelson - 1/21/24 (Service on 3/8/24)
Sharon Alexander - 2/8/24 (Service on 4/5/24)
Ed Buffalo - 2/18/24 (Service 4/12/24)
Bill Houston - 3/10/24 (Service 5/3/24)
John Desmond - 3/26/24 (Service TBD)
take a next step
Ready for your next step? Our hope is that you'll connect with Fair Oaks Church in a meaningful way, taking steps to grow as a follower of Jesus.
request prayer
We would be honored to pray for you or someone you know. You can submit your prayer requests anytime and our Pastors will pray for you during the week.
give a gift
As a church, we value generosity and commit to being irrationally generous with everything we have. Find out how you can invest in what God is doing through Fair Oaks.