EVENTS
upcoming
BOUNCE BACK BASH
August 17TH
Join us Sunday, August 17th in the Gym during our gathering for the Bounce Back Bash—an unforgettable morning packed with bounce houses, laughter, and sky-high fun as we leap together into the new school year. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity for your kids to connect, play, and celebrate the season ahead!
Congregational Meeting
August 17TH
Join us right after the Sunday gathering on August 17th for our Annual Congregational Meeting—it's a great opportunity to connect, celebrate all that God's doing, and look forward together as a church family!
Candid Womens’ night
September 2nD
Join us the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM in The Hall for an evening of worship, testimonies, and authentic conversation—plus coffee, tea, and snacks. Childcare is available in The Gym from 6:30–8:00 PM.
Women’s Bible Study
September 10TH
Great Prophecies of the Bible
Come join us to learn what the Bible tells us regarding future events in the world. Know how to discern these uncertain times and protect yourself from deception!
Women’s Bible Study
September 11TH
Proverbs - The Way of Wisdom
The 8-session Bible study invites you to place your feet firmly on the path of life revealed in the book of Proverbs. We will consider wisdom principles on everyday topics like words, work, friendship, marriage, parenting, neighborliness, money management, leadership influence.... We hope you will join us as we learn to steadily walk God's way in God's world.
MT Hermon Men’s Retreat
SEPT 26 -28TH
Where: Mt. Hermon
Get ready, guys—our 2025 Mount Hermon Men’s Retreat is happening September 26–28, and you’re not going to want to miss it.
It’s a weekend in the redwoods with powerful worship, solid teaching, and the kind of connection we all need. To sign up, just “Register.” From there, follow the link to complete your registration with Mount Hermon. It’s easy—and spots go fast. Let’s go!
Ongoing
Griefshare
August 23rd - nov15th
We welcome you to join us and find support on your grief journey with a 13-week GriefShare program. This group offers a safe, welcoming place to process grief with others who understand. Each session includes helpful tools and guidance to navigate loss with comfort, hope, and peace. Keep an eye out for the next start date—we’d love for you to join us.
Divorcecare
August 21ST - Nov 13Th
When: August 23RD
Where: The Hall
Our 13-week DivorceCare is every Thursday. This support group is designed to help you navigate the pain of divorce or separation in a safe, understanding environment.
DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K) runs at the same time and location, offering a fun, interactive, and biblical program for children ages 5–12. With music, games, videos, and discussion, DC4K helps kids find healing too. Keep an eye out for the next session—we’d love to walk through this season with you.
Small groups
We have many small groups that meet throughout the week. If you are interested in learning more or want to join a small group please click the “Join a Group” button below.
Student ministry
WEDNESDAYS | EFCC GYM
Contact Jordan Fox at Jordan@efcchico.org for more information!
Junior High 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Senior High 7:15 PM - 9:00 PM
The LIVING ROOM
Monday Nights | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | Varying homes
Text livingroom to 530-420-1193 for more info
sunday groups
sundays | the hall
Two groups of all ages meet to pray for one another and grow in their relationship with Jesus through Biblical teachings and conversation.
Groups:
9:00 AM Son Seekers (meet in the Hall Rooms B&C)
10:45 AM Pilgrims in Progress (meet in the Hall Rooms A&D)
missionary prayer fellowship
2nd monday of each month | 9:30 Am | the hall
Join folks of all ages as we meet to share about and pray for the missionaries supported by the EFCC family.
Men’s Bible Study
Tuesdays | 7:oo Am | the hall
This group is open to all men, regardless of age and church attendance. New friends and acquaintances are welcome!
thursday prayer group
thursday mornings | 9:30 Am | a local home
A group of people pray together. Contact the front office for the meeting location.
Divorcecare
thursday evenings | 6:00 Pm | The Hall
Going through a time of divorce or separation can be very difficult. Join this 13 week support group as we navigate this challenging season together. This season we will also be offering DivorceCare for kids.
Greifshare
Saturday Mornings | 10:00 am | The Hall
A GriefShare support group is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult grief process. Join us for this 13-week group that offers valuable tips, helpful ways of coping with grief and leading you to relief, comfort, and peace of mind.
Sunday prayer group
sunday mornings | 8:15 Am | Mother’s Lounge
A group of people pray before our gatherings.