Upcoming Events
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UPCOMING EVENTS
CONNECT FAIR
SUNDAY | JANUARY 18TH
The Connect Fair will be going on this Sunday! We encourage you to take some time to explore the many ministries Freshwater has to offer. This is a great opportunity to get connected, meet ministry leaders, and find where you can get plugged in.
WINTER BLITZ RETREAT
TIDAL WAVE | JANUARY 23-25TH
Join our Middle School students for our Winter Retreat at Bair Lake Bible Camp! This fun-filled weekend includes worship, devotionals, tubing, games, and plenty of time to connect with friends. Bair Lake also features a gym and an indoor climbing wall, making it a perfect place for adventure, growth, and unforgettable winter memories.
MEN’S
CHILI COOK OFF
JANUARY 24TH | 12-2 PM | COMMONS
Join us for a men’s chili cook-off at Freshwater! Bring your best chili for the chance to win bragging rights as the best chili in all of Freshwater—or simply come hungry and ready to eat. No need to bring chili to attend! Enjoy great food, fellowship, and some friendly competition.
MOM 2 MOM SALE
SATURDAY | JANUARY 31ST | 8 AM - 12 PM
Freshwater Mom 2 Mom Sale is a great community resource featuring gently used children’s items. Rent a seller space or come and shop—all proceeds benefit Freshwater’s Women’s Ministry.
WOMEN’S GAME NIGHT
FRIDAY | FEBRUARY 6TH | 6 - 8 PM
Join us for a Women’s Ministry Game Night! Enjoy an evening of fun, laughter, and connection as we play games and build community together. Bring a friend and come ready for a great night!
WINTER RETREAT
H20 | FEBRUARY 13-15TH
Join our High School students for our Winter Retreat at CranHill Camp, February 13–15! This weekend will be filled with fun and connection through worship, devotionals, tubing, games, and more. It’s a great opportunity for students to grow in their faith, build relationships, and create lasting memories together.
FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE
SATURDAY | FEBRUARY 21ST | 6 - 8 PM
Get ready for a night of music, laughter, and unforgettable memories! Daughters of all ages are invited to grab their dad (or father figure) and hit the dance floor for a fun-filled evening of dancing, smiles, and special moments together.
BIBLE STUDIES
ABIDE 365
2nd Sunday of the Month
9AM | Family Room
ABIDE 365 is a new discipleship class beginning January 2026, where we’ll read through the entire Bible in a year and gather once a month for teaching and discussion. Registration is now open—join us as we grow deeper in God’s Word together!
EMOTIONS & THE HEART
JANUARY 21ST - FEBRUARY 18TH
WEDNESDAY | 6:30 - 8 PM | LIBRARY
Emotions and the Heart is a four-week women’s Bible study focused on developing a biblical understanding of emotions. Through Scripture, we’ll explore God’s design for our emotions and learn how to interpret and express them in ways that honor Him and serve others.
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Saturday | 7 AM | Library (Entrance C)
Start your weekend grounded in God’s Word and in the company of other men seeking to grow in faith, truth, and purpose.
Our Saturday morning Men’s Bible Study is a time for honest conversation, Biblical teaching, and mutual encouragement. Whether you’re new to the Bible or have been studying it for years, this group is a space to ask questions, wrestle with truth, and be strengthened for the challenges of life.
"As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." — Proverbs 27:17
THE WAY OF WISDOM
WOMEN’S MORNING BIBLE STUDY
Fridays | 9:30 - 11AM | Family Room (Entrance C)
The Way of Wisdom is a women’s Bible study rooted in the book of Proverbs, exploring God’s wisdom as a path that leads to life and flourishing. Together, we’ll examine how the timeless truths of Scripture speak into our everyday choices, helping us discern between God’s true riches and the empty promises of worldly pursuits as we learn to walk faithfully in God’s way.
DISCIPLINES OF A GODLY MAN
MEN’S EVENING BIBLE STUDY
February 5th - March 19th (Session 1)
Thursdays | 7 - 8:30 PM | Library (Entrance C)
Disciplines of a Godly Man is a men’s Bible study focused on intentional growth in godliness through biblical discipline. While discipline is essential for growth in every area of life, it is especially vital in our walk with Christ.
GROUPS
NAVIGATING ROUGH WATERS
JANUARY 12TH - FEBRUARY 23RD
MONDAYS | 6:30 - 8PM | ROOM 212
Navigating Rough Water is a seven-week group for anyone facing illness, loss, or difficult life circumstances.
This Freshwater small group offers helpful education/information, compassionate support, and space each week for sharing and encouragement.
GRIEF SHARE
*Spring Session Begins March 3rd - May 19th
Weekly Grief Support Group
Tuesdays | 6 - 8 PM | Family Room
GriefShare is a 13-week, faith-based support group for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Each session includes video teaching, group discussion, and personal reflection to help you find comfort, hope, and healing through your journey of grief. You don’t have to go through it alone—come and find support in a caring, understanding community.
JAM
JAM (Just Among Moms)
Thursdays | 9:30 - 11 am | Commons
JAM is a free, mommy-and-me style playgroup for kids birth to age 6, meeting on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 9:30–11 AM (September–April).
Kids can burn off energy in our large indoor space with a bounce house, slides, soft play equipment, and more, while moms relax on comfy couches, sip coffee, enjoy donut holes, and connect with others.
It’s laid-back and come-and-go—no registration needed. Open to the community. Bring a friend and help build the mom community!
SCHOOL PRAYER TEAM
Mondays | 9:30 AM | Room 107
Please come out and join us Monday morning from 9:30–10:30 AM in Room 107 as we gather to pray for our local schools, students, teachers, administration, and staff.
Whether you're a parent, teacher, grandparent, or just someone who cares—your prayers make a difference. Let’s stand in faith together for our community
Ministry Partnerships
BIBLE STUDY FELLOWSHIP
Tuesdays | 6:45 PM | Commons
Join a vibrant group of women for in-depth Bible study through Bible Study Fellowship (BSF), meeting every Tuesday evening at 6:45 PM in the Freshwater Commons. Come grow in your understanding of God’s Word alongside others in a welcoming and structured environment. All are welcome!
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
Mondays | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Commons
Large group: 6:30-7:30PM
Small group: 7:30-8:30PM
No-cost childcare for participants' children ages birth through fifth grade.
PLAY + CONNECT
PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP
BEGINS JANUARY 13TH
Tuesdays | 7 - 8:30 PM | Room 102
Our mission is to bring together individuals from our community who love God, enjoy fellowship, and share an interest in the art of photography. Together, we learn from one another, explore new techniques, share our photos, and grow in both skill and faith.
OPEN PICKELBALL
Mon & Wed | 5 - 8 PM | FW Gym
Novice or professional, ALL are welcome to play pickleball on Monday & Wednesday evenings in the FW Gym from 5:00 - 8:00 PM. Due to increase in attenders, we need to limit the number of people on the courts so you may be expected to wait to play on the court. Private lessons are available same day. Closed on Holidays!