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CONNECTION NEWS
Updated July 21, 2026

MIDDLETOWN PEACH FESTIVAL
Saturday August 15
CCC’s presence at the Peach Festival began before our church’s first service and the tradition continues! We are looking for volunteers to cover 3 shifts during the day— please register online to volunteer. Contact Pastor Emily if you have any questions.

MOT OUTREACH INITIATIVE
With the recent closing of Neighborhood House in Middletown, many in our community are looking for social service programs in their time of need. We are working with Alison Windle, former Executive Director of Neighborhood house and member of the CCC family, to provide programs for our neighbors through a new ministry, the MOT Outreach Initiative. To find out more and how you can help, please visit this page on our website — JustShowUp.church/MOTO — or email or call (302-203-9688).

CARD MAKING MINISTRY
Thursday, August 13
Come join us as we make unique and beautiful cards for the Care Team to send out to those who need a special touch.

MEN’S FIRE & FELLOWSHIP
Sunday July 26 from 6:30-8pm
Fire & fellowship… as simple as it gets: Connecting men in a disconnected world. Men of all ages, come and join us for a time of fellowship by a bonfire. For more information, contact Pastor David.

LIFEWAY WOMEN’S “GOING BEYOND” SIMULCAST
Saturday August 22 from 10am-4:45pm
Registration Deadline is July 19 

Ladies, join us for a powerful experience as Priscilla Shirer leads the program with worship from Anthony Evans. Cost is only $30 a person and includes a continental breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks. Register and find out more online today! If you have any questions, reach out to Susan Faulkner or Nancy Johnston.

“FOURTH DAY” FRIDAY REUNION GROUP
First Friday each month (NO MEETING IN AUGUST)
For all those who have attended Emmaus, Chrysalis, Cursillo, or a similar retreat, join us for a time of prayer, fellowship, and reconnecting with others who have attended. Contact Sheldon & Andria Smith for more information.

WE ARE HIRING
Connection Community Church is seeking a new Director of Music. This is a part-time salaried position. The Director of Music will provide faithful and skillful leadership of the praise team at Connection. Working with a team, they will oversee song selection, seeking to cultivate a rich environment of Christ-centered worship and passion for God’s presence in all our worship services. For more information and to apply, please visit our careers page.

DOWNLOAD OUR 2026 MINISTRY IMPACT
Celebrate with us for all that God has done at Connection over the past year.


HAVE YOU TAKEN OUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS ASSESSMENT?
We have created an online gifts assessment. It takes just a few minutes and your results will be available on-screen and emailed to you (a copy also comes right to the church so we can help you understand the results). Give it a try today!


PICK UP YOUR “CHURCH SWAG!”
Visit our online store to purchase T-shirts, hoodies, drinkware, and much more! Just visit the website below, order your items, and they will be delivered right to your door! The church does not earn any money on sales- this all goes to the vendor.
Visit JustShowUp.church/swag


BIKES AND BUBBLES
Friday August 7 from 6-8pm
Join us for this VBX reunion for some fellowship and light refreshments. Register online today!

THE BIG MESS
Friday August 21 fron 5:30-8pm
You won’t want to miss this hilarious, messy games event to help kids understand their need for Jesus to make them clean! Register online today!

BIBLE ADVENTURE NIGHT: PROBLEMS AND PROMISES
Friday September 4 from 5:30-8pm
This drop off event combines fun, games, crafts, food and interactive stories to teach what God’s word says about problems and promises! Register online today.

CONNECTION KIDS FALL PARTY
Friday October 30 from 5:30-8pm
The theme for this drop off event is, Jesus is the Light of the World. Dinner is served. Register today!

 

 

REGISTER FOR OUR SUMMER EVENTS!

SUMMER CAMP AT REFRESHING MOUNTAIN, PA
Departing: Sun. July 26 at 1pm | Returning: Weds. July 29 at 3:30pm
Cost is $275 per student | Incoming 6th – Incoming 10th graders

CONNECTION YOUTH POOL PARTY
Sunday July 19 from 6-8pm
Students in grades 6-12 are invited for some fun in the sun at the pool! Register online.

SUMMER HOUSE SERIES
Grades 6-12 | Sundays, August 2, 9, & 16 from 6-8pm
Students won’t want to miss the opportunity to close out their summer with one another as we enjoy dinner, games, a lesson and fellowship. Register today.

BOATING & TUBING
Saturday August 29 from10am – 3pm
Students in 6-12 grade are invited to join us for a fun day of boating, tubing and water activities on the Bohemian River hosted by Charlie and Becky Hunter. Register today.