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At any point in your spiritual journey, here at Saratoga Federated Church you'll experience the encouragement and acceptance of a vibrant Christian community. Regardless of your generation... no matter your history... this is a church where there is a time and place for you. Meet our Pastors...

Worship Services

Saratoga Federated Church has three worship services each with a distinct style, providing opportunity for various expressions of worship. The 8:00 am service is a simple service in the chapel, the 9:00 am service is more contemporary, with a worship band, and the 10:30 am service is a classic service.

Worship Services
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Adult Programs

We also offer many adult programs and classes during the Sunday services and throughout the week. Adult Programs

Student and Children's Ministries

We want to assist parents in laying down a spiritual foundation on which children will come into a living relationship with Christ. Student and Children's Ministries

This Week's Community Highlights

Some of the things happening this week, February 7th–13th
This Sunday's message: "Closer to the Fire: Igniting Spirit-Filled Faith Communities". Today's image is athletes.
On the Courtyard This Sunday Morning
  • Last Chance: Women Only Weekend, WOW 2010: "A Fresh Brewed Life" Registration has begun. Stop by the Hospitality Center to find out more about our weekend away at Mission Springs Conference Center on February 26-28, 2010. Cheri Gregory is our guest speaker. The cost for the weekend is $230. A $50 deposit holds your spot. Sign up online or stop by the table on the courtyard Sunday morning.
  • Questions? Contact Terri Goehner by email or at (408) 406-0259. Contact Terri to contribute to the scholarship fund.
Men's Ministries Speaker Series Tickets on Sale
  • Last chance: Valentine's Brunch — Men, invite your valentine to this special brunch on Saturday, February 13, 9:00 am in Richards Hall with Shirley and Mike Pounds of City Team Ministries in a personal dialogue entitled "Sharing God's Love Together." Tickets ($10 per person) are available on the courtyard Sunday morning.
  • A Day at the Shark Tank — We are heading to the Shark Tank on Saturday, March 13. The program begins at 9:45 am with guest speakers Greg Jamison, Steve Mariucci and Tyler Mariucci, followed by a buffet lunch and capped with the San Jose Sharks vs. the Florida Panthers. Tickets ($65 per person) are available for purchase online or on the courtyard ale this Sunday morning. The deadline for purchasing tickets is February 14.
Lenten Soup Supper
  • Join us as we begin the Lenten season with a soup supper on Friday, February 12 at 6:30 pm in Douglass Hall. All are welcome. Please RSVP by email to Olivia or call (408) 867-1000, ext. 246. Hosted by the Small Group Ministry Team.
Lenten Small Group Study: The Fulfillment of Christ
  • This Lenten study explores the foreshadowing of Christ our Redeemer in the story of the Passover and God’s covenant with the Israelites. The study will be available at the Lenten Soup Supper and in the Hospitality Center on February 14. There are new small groups being formed for Lent — join one! Questions? Email Sally or call (408) 867-1000, ext. 233.
Adult Sunday School Classes
  • God's Eternal Plan, taught by Charles Marsh, 9:00 am in the Library. We will look at God’s overall plan for us while we are on earth and throughout eternity.
  • New class beginning today: ParenTeen Forum, at 10:30 am in Douglass Hall. If you are wondering what's next after Chap Clark’s presentation, join us as we explore effective ways of parenting. This forum is open to all and will meet the four Sundays in February.
Worship Ministry Rehearsals This Week
  • Celebration Choir — Wednesday at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary
  • Kid's Choir — Thursday at 5:30 pm in the Music Room
  • Questions? Contact Bill and Diane Allison at (408) 867-1000, ext. 238 or by email.
Women's Ministry at SFC
  • Moms Meet Monday Mornings — Join us as we read All I Need Is Jesus and a Good Pair of Jeans at 9:30-11:30 am in Room 111. Contact Dorothy Araldi at (408) 364-0458 or Stacey Lewis at (408) 378-4193 if you are interested. Child care provided.
Member Care & Community Care
  • The Care Deacons are praying for men and women in the military and their families. If you have a family member in the military and would like us to pray for them, please email your prayer requests.
  • New: Men's Honesty Hour — Mondays, 7:30-9:00 pm in the Care Center office on Saratoga Avenue (north edge of our campus). Our journey will be useful to those with chemical or behavioral addictions and those seeking an elusive change (in self or circumstance). No fee or pre registration required; just show up. Open to the community. Questions? Contact Arvin Engelson or Susan Bollman at (408) 867-1000.
  • Women Insight Group: "Discover the Path to Christian Character" — Facilitated by Donna Coleman, Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm in Fireside.
  • Nextworking Lunch - CSIX Connect — Thursdays, 10:30 am-1:00 pm in Richards Hall. Information available at www.csix.org. $10 for lunch and program.
  • Starting this week, February 11: Parents in Pain Support Group — This group will meet on 4 consecutive Thursdays, 7:15-8:45 pm in the Care Center. Arvin Engelson will lead this experience for parents of children in crisis.
Student Ministries
  • Support Student Ministries through e-Scrip! e-Scrip is an easy and safe way to donate funds to Student Ministries. Many local merchants, including Safeway and Macy's, contribute a fraction of your purchases to designated organizations. It is as simple as registering your grocery, debit or credit card with e-Scrip. Every time you shop, using your registered cards, the organization automatically receives the benefit. e-Scrip has been in existence for over 10 years. It is totally fraud proof.
  • Please take a moment to sign-up by logging onto eScrip.com and enter Saratoga Federated Church ID# 500023437. If you are already registered with e-Scrip, you can add SFC to your list of organizations and your purchases will be divided between the groups on your list. Questions? Contact email Betsy Strong.
Mexico Amor Spring 2010 Outreach April 9 to 17
  • Early Team (Trucks) — April 8-17
  • Trip registration and $100 non-refundable deposit were due on February 1. However, it would be great to have more attendees. The registration packets are available at the Hospitality Center, at the Student Ministry office and online. Questions? Contact Melinda Chase at 867-3041 or by email. The sooner you register, the easier it is for us to plan. Thank you.
  • Mexico Celebración LunchSunday, March 7th, 2010. You won't want to miss our Celebración lunch. Auction items will be available to bid on. Tickets are available for purchase online. Cost: $25 per person. A Kid's Meal will be available for $1 cash on the day of the lunch. Reservations are required for the lunch.
  • We need auction items now! For large donations, contact Laura Menard at (408) 399-9310 or (408) 375-9639. For smaller donations, contact Nancy Kamalski at (408) 255-3627. All donations will be receipted. Thanks.
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