Spring Small Group Semester
Spiritual growth is the pathway to a full life, and we are prepared to help you experience it. Our small-group environments are designed to help you explore your relationship with Jesus, develop your faith in Jesus, and influence those around you for Jesus. We are currently looking for group leaders, so let us know if you are interested at cotfc.com/groups! We will post groups to sign up as we get closer.
World's Greatest Donut // Youth Camp Fundraiser
On Sunday, March 1st, our Youth will be selling "The World's Greatest Donut" before services! Cost will be 1 for $10 or 2 for $15. We want to make sure every student who wants to go to camp can attend, so these funds will go towards lowering the cost of every registration, help with transportation, and even help with scholarships! Swing by in the lobby and let’s help give the experience of an unforgettable week of camp.
First Saturdays: Coffee With The Girls
Ladies, you’re invited to Coffee With The Girls, a NEW monthly gathering in the cafe on the first Saturday of every month. Included will be food and fellowship with ladies who want to walk passionately on purpose with Holy Spirit. Coffee shop doors open at 9am and breakfast treats and coffee are ready at 9:30! From 10:00-11:00, we will engage in worship and prayer, share testimonies, and be encouraged and equipped with a message shared by Elaine Hart. Bring a breakfast item to share if you can! Drip coffee and water will be provided, and specialty coffee drinks will be available for purchase. Let's come together to begin our month with Jesus and one another! Bring your bible and a friend!
*Ladies over 16 years old only. We’re sorry, children are not part of this ladies' gathering so that we can all be fully present. No childcare is provided at this time.
Couples Date Night
SAVE THE DATE! Our upcoming Date Night, organized by our COTFC Marriage Ministry, will be on Saturday, March 7th from 5-8PM!
We’ll start right here at the church at 5:00 PM for couples to drop off kids (if a sitter is needed!) and grab a date night idea before heading out! Yes, even if you don’t have kids or need childcare, still plan to meet!
Childcare will be provided here at The City House for just $5 per family. Dinner will be provided for your kiddos, so you can enjoy your night out knowing they are in good hands. Kids need to be picked up by 8PM.
This event is open to dating, engaged, and married couples, and we’d love for you to be part of it.
RSVP to let us know you’ll be joining us and whether or not you need childcare here: https://cotfc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/557/responses/new
Interest Meeting: Nicaragua Missions Trip
We are excited to take our 5th mission trip to Nicaragua this year! During this trip, our team plans to serve the community in tangible ways. No construction experience is required! Specific dates are still yet to be determined, but we would love to know if you have ANY interest in being a part of this life-changing trip. If that's you, please plan to attend one of our upcoming interest meetings immediately following both our 9:15 and 10:45am services Sunday, March 8th in the Cafe. This meeting will only last around 30 minutes.
Respite Night Out
Our Care Team serves Foster and Adoptive families in our church with a "Respite Night Out", allowing parents/caregivers the ability to get out for the night and have a few hours to refresh and recharge. If you are a foster &/or adoptive family, we would love to support you through this ministry!
Our Care Team serves Foster and Adoptive families in our church with a "Respite Night Out", allowing parents/caregivers the ability to get out for the night and have a few hours to refresh and recharge. If you are a foster &/or adoptive family, we would love to support you through this ministry!
Dinner will be provided for the kiddos. Let us love on your kids while you spend some time for yourself. There are limited spots available. The RSVP link will be available soon!
We are also looking for volunteers to help facilitate these nights! If you would be willing to serve in this capacity, from about 3pm until 8pm, please fill out the volunteer form HERE!
5th Sunday Family Service
March 29th is Palm Sunday and our 5th Sunday Family Service! All kids and families will be invited to worship together in the auditorium at both our 9:15 and 10:45am services. There will be no separate kids’ classes; instead, join us for a special Sunday WITH our kids as we worship together, engage in a short teaching, and have a ton of fun along the way.
Child Dedications
Child Dedications will take place during our services. If you would like to have your child dedicated, please RSVP at cotfc.com/dedications!
Small Group Fair
Our Small Group Fair will be following each service on Sunday, February 15th where you will be able to meet different leaders and find a group that is best for you. All groups will be featured on our website at that time. Our small-group environments are designed to help you explore your relationship with Jesus, develop your faith in Jesus, and influence those around you for Jesus. We hope that you will choose a group, sign up online, and show up!
Find Your Place
Did you know that you are God's unique masterpiece? We all have gifts, passions, and stories that intersect to show us how we can play a big part in a movement of people transformed by God's grace and power. The world needs you to Find Your Place!
This group meets for four consecutive Sundays during our 9:15 AM service time. We will help you identify and start to develop what God has already given you!
Worship Night
Join us on Sunday, December 28th at 7pm, here at The City House for a worship night to close out 2025! This will be a powerful night as we set aside extended time to seek the presence of God together as a church family and community.
*Childcare will not be available but families are welcome to join us in worship!
NO MORNING SERVICES ON 12/28!
There will be NO regular morning services on Sunday, December 28th! Enjoy the slow pace with your family on the Sunday morning after Christmas and make plans to join us that evening for a special year-end Worship Night at 7pm!
Christmas Eve Service
We'd love for you and your family to join us on Christmas Eve at 4:00PM! This is one of our favorite services of the year as we come together to celebrate the birth of our Savior with music, the Word of God, and the tradition of singing carols by candlelight. Childcare will be provided for babies and preschoolers.
Family Christmas Sunday
On Sunday, December 21st will be our Family Christmas Sunday! Many of our youth, elementary, and preschool kids are working hard preparing for this awesome day. This will be a family service, so there will be no kids’ classes offered that day. Join us at 9:15 or 10:45 and invite the whole family!
Quarterly Business Meeting
If you call Church of the Four Corners your home church and would like a quarterly update on financials as a church for this year and 2026, please make plans to join us for a meeting on Sunday, December 7th, immediately following our 2nd service in the Auditorium. No childcare provided, but they are welcome to sit in with us.
Advent Message Series
For the month of December, we will be participating in the tradition of Advent leading up to the birth of Jesus and making space to reflect on the Hope, Peace, Joy, and Love that only he can bring.
Christmas Drive: Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center
This Christmas, we will be partnering with Emmanuel Family & Child Development Center to provide toys and cold weather outerwear for their families in need. Emmanuel serves families in the urban core, addressing the physical, social, and emotional needs of children in the community.
If you would like to give back this Christmas season, on Sundays, December 7th and 14th, we will be collecting new/unopened toys for a children of all ages, as well as new or gently used winter coats, hats, gloves, and scarves.
First Gift Offering
This November, we're introducing what we believe will be a new favorite tradition here at COTFC: our First Gift offering. The Sunday before Thanksgiving, before we enter into the Holiday season and give or receive from anyone else materially, we're going to give our first gifts to God. We have SO many things to be thankful for as a church family, and hope you'll join us in worship together on November 23rd, by giving God above and beyond our normal tithes. There is no pressure to participate, nor is there a specific amount you should give. Our heart is that we could all desire to match God's generous heart towards us by being generous in our offerings back to Him. So, mark your calendar today for our First Gift Offering on November 23rd, and let's keep God our first priority this holiday season!
Friendsgiving Potluck
Friendsgiving Potluck
Get ready for a feast with church family at our church-wide Friendsgiving Potluck! Bring your favorite dish and join us for a fun and cozy gathering. Let's celebrate the season with delicious food and great company.
What to bring:
Last name starting with A-N, bring a dish/side
Last name starting with O-Z, bring a dessert
A non-perishable food item to donate as a way to give back. We will donate these to Community Services League!
Other things to mention:
Power outlets will not be available, so keep this in mind if you are planning on bringing a crockpot.
There will be no childcare, as this is a family event! We will have coloring pages and crayons available to help keep kiddos entertained.
Turkey and water bottles will be provided!
PLEASE RSVP HERE and let us know how many in your family will join us, so we can better prepare!
We are so thankful for our church family and can't wait to celebrate Thanksgiving together in this way. We hope you'll join us!
Doors will open at 6:00 to begin setting out food.
Indoor Trunk or Treat for Foster/Adoptive Families
On Sunday, October 26th from 5:30-7:00 pm, our Wraparound Care crew will be hosting an Indoor Trunk or Treat for the foster and adoptive families in our church and community. If you are a part of the foster/adoptive community, please mark your calendar to attend! We would be honored to love on your family!
As a church, we have the opportunity to serve and make this a night to remember! We will be setting up fun, decorated tables around our lobby for these families to enjoy.
There are a few ways to get involved:
1) Sponsor and decorate a kid-friendly (non-spooky) themed table for $5 and join in the fun! Decorate a table as a family or even grab your small group to chip in to sponsor a table or two! If you are available to help, let us know here: https://cotfc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/561/responses/new
2) Donate funds if you can't make it to the event but still want to sew into this ministry. You can do so here: https://app.securegive.com/.../church-of.../donate/category
3) Donate candy! You can drop off candy at the Welcome Desk next over the next two Sundays!
4) HELP SPREAD THE WORD!
FC Kids Costume Sunday
Four Corners Families! You're invited to wear a fun and not-so-scary costume on Sunday, October 26th! All are welcome to participate - kids and even grown ups! Please be aware that any kids checked into classes with distracting costume pieces (like swords, wigs or hats) will be asked to set those things aside for the service. Face masks are discouraged. It's going to be a fun morning!
Financial Learning Experience
The Financial Learning Experience [FLE] is an exciting two-hour equipping event taught by Joseph Sangl. This event is high energy, inspirational, and full of highly practical tips for individuals.
The FLE was developed from Joseph Sangl’s book, "I Was Broke. Now I’m Not.", and has equipped people to accomplish far more than they ever thought possible with their personal finances.
Recent studies have shown that 70% of people are living paycheck-to-paycheck. Our goal is to significantly lower this number by teaching people how to manage the resources that God has given them. Prepare to be challenged and prepare to leave this event changed!
Date: September 28th
Time: 1-3pm
Where: The City House Auditorium
FLE topics include:
- Plan for living a life of purpose on purpose
- How to have a plan for one’s life
- Budgeting (interactive with entire audience)
- Strategies to reduce and eliminate debt
- How to calculate debt freedom date
- How to calculate the actual cost of debt
- How to calculate the amount needed to retire
- The power of compound interest
- Money saving ideas and tips
Registration is required! Pizza lunch and childcare is available if needed.
"MOVE" Message Series
Have you ever looked at your life and just felt stuck? Are you wondering if life will ever be more than just going through the motions?
Join us for our new stewardship series “Move”, where we’ll spend four weeks talking through different opportunities available to us through the Holy Spirit to move into the fully alive life that Jesus desires for us in John 10:10.
Way more than just a “money” series, each week we’ll address how to move from where the enemy wants to keep us bound to the freedom that is offered to us in Christ Jesus. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity for Holy Spirit transformation.
DIY Koinonia Potluck
Come and join us for our first DIY Koinonia Potluck on Friday, August 22nd at 6:30pm, at The City House! This is More Than Just Sharing a Meal! Too often, we forget that the Church is not just the staff or the building—it is all of us, together, as the body of Christ. We are called to live in ongoing community and fellowship, not only on Sundays but throughout the week. Join us for a meaningful time of connection! We will set up together, bring food to share, enjoy each other’s company, laugh, cry, pray, and clean up together—each of us offering our time and resources in service to one another. This event is open to all, so invite your friends, family, neighbors, etc!
If your last name begins with:
A-F bring an Appetizer
G-M Main dish/casserole
N-S Side dish, vegetable, salad or bread + spread
T-Z Dessert
Let’s be the Church—together!
Wraparound Care Family Picnic
If you are a family in the church that has opened your home through foster care &/or adoption, we'd love for you to join our Wraparound Care team for a cookout and splash park fun at McCoy Park Pavilion on Saturday, July 26th from 10:30am-1:30pm! This event will be come and go, so feel free to stop in for as little or as long as you'd like within that time frame.
Hotdogs and drinks will be provided, but we'd love for you to sign up to bring a side to share! You can sign up here: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/20F0544ACA92BA1FE3-57149008-fosteradopt
Take this opportunity to enjoy great food and company in the park with other families in a similar phase of life.
Please RSVP on our eventbrite by July 23rd so we have an accurate headcount for food: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wraparound-care-family-picnic-tickets-1406588466969?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
Take this opportunity to enjoy great food and company in the park with other families in a similar stage of life.
We can't wait to see you there!
Back-To-School Drive for Cardinal Ridge
This upcoming school year, we are partnering with Cardinal Ridge Apartments in KC for a Back-to-School Drive! Cardinal Ridge is located just south of The City House, right in our neighborhood, housing both seniors and families. Cardinal Ridge and the nonprofit Operation Pathways will be hosting a Back to School event in August to give away food, clothing, and school supplies to the students living in the complex. They are also in the process of building out a food/clothing pantry for their residents to access on an ongoing basis and we have the opportunity to help!
School supply kits can be purchased and shipped straight to them via the Amazon registry between now and Sunday, August 3rd! Link to registry: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/16D6Z26CX2BIT?ref_=gr_landing_saved_custom
FC Kids: Summer Nights
Summer Nights: July 16 – August 13 | Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30 PM
This summer, instead of a traditional week-long kids’ camp, we’re doing something fresh and exciting—five Wednesday nights of adventure, faith, and fun!
From July 16 to August 13, every Wednesday night from 6:30–8:30 PM, kids who have just completed Kindergarten through 5th grade are invited to join us for Summer Nights—a series designed to help them explore big faith themes in creative, engaging ways. Each evening includes:
Live worship from our very own Four Corners Youth
A short, impactful Bible lesson
Themed adventures (like exploring mountains, caves, deserts, and the night sky)
Fun games and activities
Time to connect with friends and grow in faith
Each night is a unique experience—so kids can attend one night or all five!
There is a small cost of $10 per night per child to help cover supplies, snacks, and materials. This will be collected at the door each night.
Want to be part of the fun?
We’d love your help to make Summer Nights unforgettable!
Click here to learn more or sign up to volunteer.
Summer Vibes
On Sundays, June 22nd-July 20th, we invite you to join us for Summer Vibes! We will have the opportunity to hear from some amazing guest communicators who know and love our church. We can’t wait to mix it up this summer and hear what God has to say through them!
Father's Day + Pops with Pops!
Join us on Sunday, June 15th for Father’s Day at COTFC! Services are at 9:15 and 10:45AM! Invite Dad and the family for a great morning of worshiping God together and enjoying each other’s company at “Pops with Pops” following each service outside. Make plans to stick around for just a bit for some pop and popcorn and meet someone new!
Family Foam Party
Join us for a FREE Family Foam Party outside at The City House on Saturday, June 14th from 2-4:30pm!
This will be a fun afternoon together for our church AND neighborhood families. Enjoy endless amounts of bubbly foam, games, and music for free! Be sure to wear clothes you are ok with getting wet, bring a towel, and maybe a lawn chair, too!
RSVP at our Facebook Event Page here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BcbnEuUMM/
There will be food trucks on-site for purchase, ready to serve delicious ice cream and tacos for your afternoon snack/early dinner! This event is perfect for all ages, so invite your friends, family, and neighbors, and we hope to see you there!You will get wet, so bring a towel to dry off! All ages welcome.
Youth Camp 2025
It's time to register your student for camp!
The week we will be attending youth camp is June 2nd - June 6th! Students who have COMPLETED 6th-12th grade are invited to register.
The campground is called Lake Maurer Retreat Center and is located in Excelsior Springs, MO. If you would like to know more about the campground, click here: https://www.lakemaurerretreatcenter.org/gallery
Here is the address:
901 Lake Maurer Rd.
Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
The cost to attend camp this year is $199 per student. The full amount is due by Sunday, May 4th. We have 35 bunks reserved and your student's bunk is not secure until the full amount has been paid. Here are 3 different ways you can pay for your student's (non tax deductible) camp tuition:
Venmo: use @COTFC (Please choose "Church of the Four Corners") In the "What's this for?" box please state, "Camp" and your student's name.
Check: make checks payable to Church of the Four Corners. Please place it in a sealed envelope, labeled with the term "Camp" and your student's name.
Cash: Please place it in a sealed envelope, labeled with the term "Camp" and your student's name.
The check or cash payments can be placed in the offering bucket on Sundays.
This year, we have a very limited ability to offer scholarships to camp. If you are in need of assistance in this area, please reach out to Pastor Ben at benk@cotfc.com.
We will not be renting a bus for transportation this year. It will be parents’ responsibility to provide transportation for your student to the campground on Monday, June 2nd and from the campground on Friday, June 6th.
To register your student, click this link:
https://nomonextgen.org/youthcamp25
We will be attending WEEK 1 Youth Camp. On the website that opens up, scroll down and click REGISTER under Week 1.
PLEASE use church code: COTFC25
For all questions and comments, reach out to Pastor Ben at benk@cotfc.com!
Mother's Day
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12th! We have exciting things planned to honor all the ladies in our lives! We will have free treats, photos, and giveaways! Pastor Heather will be sharing a word that is on her heart, and Mother's Refuge, our May Kingdom Partner, will be here! Mother’s Refuge will set up a booth in the lobby with information about their ministry, as well as beautiful clothing and accessories available for purchase for the special ladies in your life. Proceeds will help provide a safe space for young mothers in the Kansas City area in need of shelter.
We hope you'll make plans to join us for a morning full of JOY and gratitude!
Easter Sunday
EASTER is coming up on Sunday, April 20th! We can't wait to celebrate our risen savior as a church family during our regular service times at 9:15 or 10:45am! After our celebration services in both the auditorium and our kids' environments, we will have treats, gift bags for kids of all ages, and family photo areas available outside and in the lobby. We will even offer Easter-themed blended drinks, so make sure to get to church early to stop into the cafe before service! It will be a special day, so make plans now to join us!
United in Crisis KC: Volunteer Orientation
Take the next step in joining the UIC-KC Network by completing the appropriate form below. Once you submit the form, you will receive an email giving next steps.
At the Orientation, you will learn about UIC-KC’s advanced trainings and the pathways a volunteer can take in preparation for crisis response. You will also be equipped with vital emotional and spiritual care training that will prepare you to become a Good Samaritan to those in need.
Join us Thursday, March 27th from 6-8pm at The City House in Meeting Room 2. Sign up here: https://form.jotform.com/250726941595062
Family Movie Night
Join us for a FREE Family Movie Night on Friday, February 7th, featuring the live-action version of The Lion King in The City House Auditorium! Doors will open at 6:30pm, movie starts promptly at 7pm. There will be free popcorn for all to enjoy but feel free to bring your own movie candy if you'd like!
We will have special Lion King themed drinks available for purchase! Proceeds will go towards finishing the renovation of the Cafe space inside The City House.
Join us for this fun community event for the entire family!
RSVP on our facebook event and share with your friends and family: https://www.facebook.com/share/152ifnssXj/
A Generous Kingdom / Kingdom Offering
Sunday, October 27th through November 10, we will be in our generosity series entitled, "A Generous Kingdom"! We will take the three weeks to discuss what generosity looks like as followers of Jesus. Also, please mark your calendars for our annual Kingdom Offering on Sundays, November 3rd and 10th! In addition to our regular time of tithes and offerings, we will take up this special offering, allowing us to give big towards specific projects and organizations that impact our community.
Hurricane Survivor Care Kit Collection w/ United in Crisis KC
We will be partnering with United in Crisis KC to be a drop off location for Survival Care Kits to be sent to North Carolina to assist with hurricane relief. Their goal is to collect 500 total containers with items, so let’s help make it happen!
DROP OFF DAYS/TIMES:
Thursday, October 10th from 10am-4pm
Tuesday, October 15th from 10am-4pm
Tuesday, October 22nd from 10am-4pm
Wednesday, October 23rd from 10am-4pm
DROP OFF LOCATION:
The City House // 14300 E US HWY 40, Independence, MO 64136
Survival Care Kits need to be assembled with specifications. For a full explanation of what is needed and included in a Care Kit, visit: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QEGboRNeKskJtCzRpombGT-E0u0Ymegn/view
If you are unable to assist with assembling a Care Kit and would like to donate funds, you can do so directly at https://app.givetransform.org/UnitedinCrisisKansasCity
Foster/Adoptive Family Splash Park Cookout
If you are a family in the church that has opened your home through foster care &/or adoption, we'd love for your family to join our Wraparound Care team for a cookout and splash park fun at McCoy Park Pavilion on Saturday, August 24th, from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM! Pavillion space is limited, so be sure to register today to secure your spot! Take this opportunity to enjoy great food and company in the park with other families in a similar stage of life. For more information and to register, visit this link.