Community Development for Short & Long-Term Missions

How can we help others in ways that truly help?

When we give generously or serve others, our desire is to make a positive difference. But how do we know if our help is actually empowering others, or unintentionally creating dependency?

If you care about helping people in need, support those serving cross-culturally, or have participated in, or are considering, short or long term missions, this gathering is for you.

Jeff and Julie with Live Global will introduce a practical approach that equips communities to identify their strengths and develop sustainable solutions without creating dependency.

Come discover how we can serve and give with wisdom, generosity and a desire to truly empower others."

All are invited to join on Saturday, October 24, from 8:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room for a half day of learning together, fellowship, and intentional prayer. Coffee, snacks & lunch provided. Cost is free, but please register online as space is limited. For questions, please contact Global Partners Team Lead Katie Keranen at sponsor@hopeafricakids.com.

Register online here.

Men & young men (12+) are welcome to attend the Men's Breakfast on Saturday, October 17, from 8-9:30 a.m., in the Worship Center. Enjoy good food, fellowship, and learning to become men of legacy. Please RSVP! Come hungry for breakfast and a Word, and invite a friend! For questions, please contact Ryan Hudson at men@sisterschurch.com.

RSVP here.

DANCE CONNECTION
Find your rhythm. Dance, Laugh, Repeat.

Dance classes are coming to SCC! Classes begin October 5, in the SCC Gym weekly on Mondays from 7-9 p.m. Each month we’ll explore a different Latin or ballroom dance. Join us for a beginning level group class followed by social dancing. No previous dance experience and no partner required, ages 18+. Classes are taught by Liz Lopez of Sisters Dance Academy, a Latin dance instructor from Ecuador. Cost: $5 per class per person 

Hosted by: Pamela Lovegren, RSVP 541-977-0011 or pklovegren@gmail.com. 

See you on the dance floor!

Women’s Ministry is inviting all women to come & join as we begin knitting hearts and lives together in a warm, welcoming space designed for genuine connection, the first Sunday of every month, from 8:30–9:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room. Each gathering centers around a meaningful topic and creates space for conversation, encouragement, and building relationships with other women in our church community. Whether you come with a friend or walk in on your own, there’s a place for you here. We’d love to see you, share coffee or tea, and light snacks.

For questions, please contact Lisa Zapponi, women@sisterschurch.com or 951-313-0311.

Navigating life after the loss of a spouse can be an isolating journey. You are not meant to walk it alone. Widows of all ages are invited to join this supportive group of local women to share experiences, stories, and friendship in a safe environment. There is no agenda, just an opportunity to share a potluck of salads, connect with others who truly understand, and find hope together. Monthly gatherings are the first Friday of every month from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Room 5.

For questions, contact Cindy Vice (513-226-1222) or Melody Carlson (541-815-3540). 

By FAITH is a year long monthly interactive gathering designed for those in the ‘4th Quarter’ of life. It is intended for anyone who desires deeper connections within the SCC community, an increased nearness to Christ, and a desire to more intentionally reflect His hope and help in coming alongside each other. 

This group meets monthly in the Fireside Room at SCC from 3:45-5:15 p.m. on the First Wednesdays of each month**. All in the Sisters Community are invited to join, whether you are a member of SCC or not. All materials are provided.

For questions, please contact Jim Horsley, 206-890-3008. 

**Please note: Because of the repaving project in early October, By FAITH will meet September 30 instead of October 7 for the “October” gathering.

ROOTED for High School Students (and their parents) will be held during the 10 a.m. service on Sundays September 13, 20, and 27, in the Fireside Room. This is session 3 of 3.

Students will be dismissed after worship, and will remain in the Fireside Room the remainder of service. Our guest presenter, Mark Englizian, is a former business executive (Tektronix, Microsoft, Amazon), author, and Sisters resident. He and his wife, Carol, are faithful supporters of the SCC Youth Ministry.

High school students and parents are invited to engage together on the topic of "job satisfaction and financial freedom." In an informal group participation format, we will learn about the education and career readiness challenges facing young people. We will explore God's design for work, and what can be learned from a person's first jobs. We will also discuss in detail the virtuous cycle of work, income, spending, and contribution. The choices we make are critical to experiencing financial freedom. The final session will highlight the important skills of networking, creating household margin, generosity, stewardship, tax efficiency, and exposure to real success stories.

For questions, please contact Dustin at dsmith@sisterschurch.com OR Julianne at jfolin@sisterschurch.com.

Calling all middle schoolers! Join us weekly on Wednesdays for an evening of snacks, games, and a Word at The Hangar from 6:30-8:15 p.m. Don’t miss out—bring a friend, your Bible, and a journal! All middle school-aged students are welcome. For questions, please contact Julianne at jfolin@sisterschurch.com.

ROOTED for High School Students (and their parents) will be held during the 10 a.m. service on Sundays September 13, 20, and 27, in the Fireside Room. This is session 2 of 3.

Students will be dismissed after worship, and will remain in the Fireside Room the remainder of service. Our guest presenter, Mark Englizian, is a former business executive (Tektronix, Microsoft, Amazon), author, and Sisters resident. He and his wife, Carol, are faithful supporters of the SCC Youth Ministry.

High school students and parents are invited to engage together on the topic of "job satisfaction and financial freedom." In an informal group participation format, we will learn about the education and career readiness challenges facing young people. We will explore God's design for work, and what can be learned from a person's first jobs. We will also discuss in detail the virtuous cycle of work, income, spending, and contribution. The choices we make are critical to experiencing financial freedom. The final session will highlight the important skills of networking, creating household margin, generosity, stewardship, tax efficiency, and exposure to real success stories.

For questions, please contact Dustin at dsmith@sisterschurch.com OR Julianne at jfolin@sisterschurch.com.

Calling all high schoolers! BREATHE is back from summer break, and we are ready for the annual Fugitive night. Lace up your running shoes and get ready to re-connect with friends with this fast-paced game. Dinner is provided. Come to The Hangar on Monday, September 14 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. All high school-aged students are welcome. For questions, please contact Julianne at jfolin@sisterschurch.com.

ROOTED for High School Students (and their parents) will be held during the 10 a.m. service on Sundays September 13, 20, and 27, in the Fireside Room. This is session 1 of 3.

Students will be dismissed after worship, and will remain in the Fireside Room the remainder of service. Our guest presenter, Mark Englizian, is a former business executive (Tektronix, Microsoft, Amazon), author, and Sisters resident. He and his wife, Carol, are faithful supporters of the SCC Youth Ministry.

High school students and parents are invited to engage together on the topic of "job satisfaction and financial freedom." In an informal group participation format, we will learn about the education and career readiness challenges facing young people. We will explore God's design for work, and what can be learned from a person's first jobs. We will also discuss in detail the virtuous cycle of work, income, spending, and contribution. The choices we make are critical to experiencing financial freedom. The final session will highlight the important skills of networking, creating household margin, generosity, stewardship, tax efficiency, and exposure to real success stories.

For questions, please contact Dustin at dsmith@sisterschurch.com OR Julianne at jfolin@sisterschurch.com.

Whether you're currently leading, co-leading, apprenticing, serving as a sub, or thinking about stepping into any of these roles—you’re invited!

Over three Sunday mornings, September 13, 20, & 27, from 8-9:15 a.m. in the Fireside Room, we'll gather for a warm, collaborative conversation about Life Groups at SCC. This will be a space to share ideas, learn from one another, ask questions, encourage each other, and talk together about how we can cultivate healthy, connected Life Groups.

We value your voice and want to hear from you! Whether you've been leading for years or are simply curious about what it might look like to step into one of these roles, there's a place for you in the conversation.

Register your spot online here.

For questions, please contact Mindi Cotner at mcotner@sisterschurch.com.

Parents of middle & high school students: this last year has been a tremendous year of growth and witnessing God's faithfulness in the lives of our students. We exist to partner with you in discipling your student into the way and life of Jesus. That is why we want to personally invite you to our Youth Vision Night on Wednesday, September 9 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at The Hangar. This night aims to inform you about how we desire to partner with you, support you, and disciple our students. During this time, you can expect snacks, gathering dates and times, the annual calendar, leader information. Most importantly, we will have our annual competition in The Cup Game with a special prize for this year's champion! For questions, please contact Julianne at jfolin@sisterschurch.com.

Women’s Ministry is inviting all women to come & join as we begin knitting hearts and lives together in a warm, welcoming space designed for genuine connection, the first Sunday of every month, from 8:30–9:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room. Each gathering centers around a meaningful topic and creates space for conversation, encouragement, and building relationships with other women in our church community. Whether you come with a friend or walk in on your own, there’s a place for you here. We’d love to see you, share coffee or tea, and light snacks.

For questions, please contact Lisa Zapponi, women@sisterschurch.com or 951-313-0311.

Navigating life after the loss of a spouse can be an isolating journey. You are not meant to walk it alone. Widows of all ages are invited to join this supportive group of local women to share experiences, stories, and friendship in a safe environment. There is no agenda, just an opportunity to share a potluck of salads, connect with others who truly understand, and find hope together. Monthly gatherings are the first Friday of every month from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Room 5.

For questions, contact Cindy Vice (513-226-1222) or Melody Carlson (541-815-3540). 

GriefShare Fall 2026 Session

GriefShare is a Christ-centered teaching focused  on grief topics associated with the death of a loved one. The GriefShare program includes 12 weekly sessions comprised of a DVD seminar featuring nationally respected grief experts and real-life stories, followed by a group discussion about what was viewed. Participant workbooks provide structured daily devotions between weekly group meetings. Whether your bereavement experience is a recent one, or not so recent, you will find encouragement, comfort, and help in grieving the death of a spouse, child, parent, sibling, other family members, or friend. You will learn how to recognize the symptoms of being stuck in grief and learn how to face your new normal and renew your hope for the future. More information and registration is available at this link.

The next session of GriefShare will begin on Thursday, September 3, and meets weekly from 4-6 p.m. through November 19 in Room #5 at SCC.

Cost: $10. Scholarships are available
Contact: Todd Veenhuis for questions. tveenuis@sisterschurch.com

Click here to watch a 90 second video about GriefShare.

By FAITH is a year long monthly interactive gathering designed for those in the ‘4th Quarter’ of life. It is intended for anyone who desires deeper connections within the SCC community, an increased nearness to Christ, and a desire to more intentionally reflect His hope and help in coming alongside each other. 

This group meets monthly in the Fireside Room at SCC from 3:45-5:15 p.m. on the First Wednesdays of each month. All in the Sisters Community are invited to join, whether you are a member of SCC or not. All materials are provided.

For questions, please contact Jim Horsley, 206-890-3008. 

Mark your calendars! Motel Kalifornia will be here on Sunday, July 19 for the opening of our 2026 Summer Concert Series. Jeff Miller and the Congregation will be here Saturday, August 15 to close out the series. Both concerts will start at 6 p.m., doors open by 5:30 p.m. Food will be available to purchase at both events.

There are plenty of postcards near the Welcome Center to pick up to be able to invite friends & family to the concert series. This year, we will be supporting C.O.R.E. & Habitat for Humanity Sisters as our local non-profits.

Navigating life after the loss of a spouse can be an isolating journey. You are not meant to walk it alone. Widows of all ages are invited to join this supportive group of local women to share experiences, stories, and friendship in a safe environment. There is no agenda, just an opportunity to share a potluck of salads, connect with others who truly understand, and find hope together. Monthly gatherings are the first Friday of every month from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Fireside Room.

For questions, contact Cindy Vice (513-226-1222) or Melody Carlson (541-815-3540). 

By FAITH is a year long monthly interactive gathering designed for those in the ‘4th Quarter’ of life. It is intended for anyone who desires deeper connections within the SCC community, an increased nearness to Christ, and a desire to more intentionally reflect His hope and help in coming alongside each other. 

This group meets monthly in the Fireside Room at SCC from 3:45-5:15 p.m. on the First Wednesdays of each month. All in the Sisters Community are invited to join, whether you are a member of SCC or not. All materials are provided.

For questions, please contact Jim Horsley, 206-890-3008. 

Women’s Ministry is inviting all women to come & join as we begin knitting hearts and lives together in a warm, welcoming space designed for genuine connection, the first Sunday of every month, from 8:30–9:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room. Each gathering centers around a meaningful topic and creates space for conversation, encouragement, and building relationships with other women in our church community. Whether you come with a friend or walk in on your own, there’s a place for you here. We’d love to see you, share coffee or tea, and light snacks.

For questions, please contact Lisa Zapponi, women@sisterschurch.com or 951-313-0311.

Mark your calendars! Motel Kalifornia will be here on Sunday, July 19 for the opening of our 2026 Summer Concert Series. Jeff Miller and the Congregation will be here Saturday, August 15 to close out the series. Both concerts will start at 6 p.m., doors open by 5:30 p.m. Food will be available to purchase at both events.

There are plenty of postcards near the Welcome Center to pick up to be able to invite friends & family to the concert series. This year, we will be supporting C.O.R.E. & Habitat for Humanity Sisters as our local non-profits.

Bible study is not an optional exercise for only a certain set of believers, it is the way God has provided to reveal Himself to all believers. Love for God will lead to passion for His words recorded in Scripture.

How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth! (Psalm 119:103)

The Bible should be read with prayer, humility, and expectation for transformation. It is God’s divine word. When applied by the Holy Spirit, His word is transformational to the human heart that is ready to receive it.

For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12)

We have to understand the Bible in order to be transformed by it. What if there were places where the Bible actually taught us how to study the Bible? It turns out there are! This is the focus of our women’s drop-in Bible study this summer. No homework or preparation are required. Just drop in and learn how to be transformed by God’s word. All materials will be provided at no cost to you. We look forward to seeing you!

Wednesdays, July 8-August 19 in the Fireside Room.
Two gathering options: 10-11:30 a.m. or 6-7:30 p.m.

If childcare is needed, please email women@sisterschurch.comand give the ages of your children.

Bible study is not an optional exercise for only a certain set of believers, it is the way God has provided to reveal Himself to all believers. Love for God will lead to passion for His words recorded in Scripture.

How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth! (Psalm 119:103)

The Bible should be read with prayer, humility, and expectation for transformation. It is God’s divine word. When applied by the Holy Spirit, His word is transformational to the human heart that is ready to receive it.

For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12)

We have to understand the Bible in order to be transformed by it. What if there were places where the Bible actually taught us how to study the Bible? It turns out there are! This is the focus of our women’s drop-in Bible study this summer. No homework or preparation are required. Just drop in and learn how to be transformed by God’s word. All materials will be provided at no cost to you. We look forward to seeing you!

Wednesdays, July 8-August 19 in the Fireside Room.

Two gathering options: 10-11:30 a.m. or 6-7:30 p.m.

If childcare is needed, please email women@sisterschurch.comand give the ages of your children.

Bible study is not an optional exercise for only a certain set of believers, it is the way God has provided to reveal Himself to all believers. Love for God will lead to passion for His words recorded in Scripture.

How sweet are your words to my taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth! (Psalm 119:103)

The Bible should be read with prayer, humility, and expectation for transformation. It is God’s divine word. When applied by the Holy Spirit, His word is transformational to the human heart that is ready to receive it.

For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. (Hebrews 4:12)

We have to understand the Bible in order to be transformed by it. What if there were places where the Bible actually taught us how to study the Bible? It turns out there are! This is the focus of our women’s drop-in Bible study this summer. No homework or preparation are required. Just drop in and learn how to be transformed by God’s word. All materials will be provided at no cost to you. We look forward to seeing you!

Wednesdays, July 8-August 19 in the Fireside Room.
Two gathering options: 10-11:30 a.m. & 6-7:30 p.m.

If childcare is needed, please email women@sisterschurch.com and give the ages of your children.

Everyone is invited to join us for a fun afternoon of fellowship after the second service! Come and enjoy food, conversation, and time to connect with others from our church family. On Sunday, July 5 after the 10 a.m. service (11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.), meet us on the patio for hotdogs, lemonade, and popsicles. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch for your family as well — we’ll even have the grill available to share.

You’re welcome to bring blankets and lawn chairs. The Fireside Room and the lawn will also be available, so bring your favorite group games to play — spike ball, cornhole, KanJam, frisbees, footballs, whatever you like.

Women’s Ministry is inviting all women to come & join as we begin knitting hearts and lives together in a warm, welcoming space designed for genuine connection, the first Sunday of every month, from 8:30–9:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room. Each gathering centers around a meaningful topic and creates space for conversation, encouragement, and building relationships with other women in our church community. Whether you come with a friend or walk in on your own, there’s a place for you here. We’d love to see you, share coffee or tea, and light snacks.

For questions, please contact Lisa Zapponi, women@sisterschurch.com or 951-313-0311.

Navigating life after the loss of a spouse can be an isolating journey. You are not meant to walk it alone. Widows of all ages are invited to join this supportive group of local women to share experiences, stories, and friendship in a safe environment. There is no agenda, just an opportunity to share a potluck of salads, connect with others who truly understand, and find hope together. Monthly gatherings are the first Friday of every month from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Fireside Room.

For questions, contact Cindy Vice (513-226-1222) or Melody Carlson (541-815-3540). 

By FAITH is a year long monthly interactive gathering designed for those in the ‘4th Quarter’ of life. It is intended for anyone who desires deeper connections within the SCC community, an increased nearness to Christ, and a desire to more intentionally reflect His hope and help in coming alongside each other. 

This group meets monthly in the Fireside Room at SCC from 3:45-5:15 p.m. on the First Wednesdays of each month. All in the Sisters Community are invited to join, whether you are a member of SCC or not. All materials are provided.

For questions, please contact Jim Horsley, 206-890-3008.