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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
9:00 am

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, July 25th–31st
This Sunday's Message: Live in Harmony With One Another
On the Courtyard This Sunday
  • SFC Game Night Next Weekend — Saturday, July 31 at 7:00 pm in Richards Hall. Join us for a night of family fun and games. We'll provide the snacks and the games. You bring the family. For more information, contact Sally Bryant.
  • Every Day MiraclesWe invite you to share the stories of the amazing and miraculous events that have occurred in your life. Submit your story online or stop by the table this morning and find out how to submit your miracle story.
The Courtyard Cafe Summer Drink Specials
  • We are now offering frappuccino, lemonade slushy, root beer float, Italian soda and Italian soda float; each available for a suggested donation of $2.
Go & Tell — Sunday, August 8 at 11:45 am in Douglass Hall
  • UCLA student, Spencer Sutterlin talks about his summer ministry evangelizing in Virginia Beach, VA with Campus Crusade for Christ.
Save the Date Sunday, August 29
  • This will be a very special day in the life of our church. We will be coming together as a community to remember and celebrate the Potter family’s ministry to us. A catered brunch will be served after the 10:30 service. More information to follow.
Join Us for a Focus on Prayer
  • We meet the first Thursday at 6:30 pm and the third Sunday of each month at 4:00 pm in the Library to praise and pray as a body for our church, our neighborhood and the world. We will also be praying for the leaders of the church and the upcoming senior pastor search process. Come join us, all you need is a willing heart.
Adult Education and Discipleship
  • 7 Tough Questions in a Post-Modern World: How would Jesus Answer — Taught by Bob Connors, 10:30 am in the Library. This class is directed at those who may have difficulty answering questions about their faith, or who may have friends or family members with doubts.
Women's Ministry at SFC
  • Next Craft Night — Friday, August 8, 7:00 to 10:00 pm in Rooms 111/112. All women are welcome. Please join us for crafts, community and conversation. Email Beverly Douglas for more information
  • Moms Meet Monday Mornings — We are back! Join us on Mondays, 9:30-11:30 am in Room 111. We are studying The Power of a Praying Parent, by Stormie Omartian. Come for coffee and conversation with other moms. Email Dorothy Araldi or Stacey Lewis if you are interested. Child care provided.
  • Bible Study: New Beth Moore Study "Breaking Free" — Wednesdays, 7:00 pm in Room 111. All women are invited to join this 11 week study. We want to extend a special invitation to high school and college aged women to join us for this summer study. We are sold out on the workbooks so you will need to purchase your own. Questions? Please email Hally Clark or Terri Goehner.
  • Bible Study: Prayers of the New Testament — Wednesdays, 7:00 pm in Douglass Hall. Join us as we look at the prayers of Mary, Simeon and Anna, Peter, Paul, John and Jesus himself. Their words and patterns can serve as rich models for us in our own conversations with God, helping us get out of our ruts and onto fresh new paths. Led by Joy Carlough, Camille Chapman and Diane Hartsell.
Hygiene Kits
  • We are in need of more hygiene kits for our homeless friends in downtown San Jose. Hygiene kit bags with the list of suggested items can be picked up at the Hospitality Center. A Christian booklet is included. Thank you for your assistance.
Children's Ministry
  • We are Looking for Sunday morning teachers and teacher helpers. Materials and curriculum are provided. We have openings every weekend from August 1 through September 5. Please contact Robyn Swan by email or at (408) 867-1000, ext 240.
Member Care & Community Care
  • DivorceCare is a weekly support group and seminar conducted by people who understand how you feel and have a real concern for individuals who are experiencing separation and divorce. Beginning Sunday, August 22, 4:00–5:30 pm in the Care Center office. Pre-registration please call Susan Bollman at (408) 867-1000, ext. 239.
    Find out more about DivorceCare seminars on their website.
  • Women's Support Group — A Concerned Persons Group - Please note we are taking a break until August 3. Tuesdays, 7:00-8:30 pm in the Fireside room. This group is for women who want to better understand how they can help a friend or family member who is trapped by a life-controlling problem or addiction. Open to all women.
  • 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.
  • CSIX Connect Networking Lunch — Thursdays, 10:30 am-1:00 pm in Richards Hall. Information available at www.csix.org. $10 for lunch and program.
Student Ministries
  • Jr. High Summmmer Camp at Jennes Park Camp, Cold Springs, CA, August 12–15. TOTAL CAMP COST: $270.00. Attendance Update: The boys cabin is full. We will be starting a waiting list for boys. We have 4 spaces left for the girls. Please invite your friends! For camp reservations, email Melinda.
  • College & Young Adult Summer Bible Study Continues — SFC is partnering with Westgate Church to launch a new ministry for College Students and Young Adults, ages 18-28. Join us on Thursdays in Richards Hall, 7:00-9:00 pm. We are using Chip Ingram's Bible Study Guide, "Sex, Love, and Lasting Relationships." For further information email CJ Clark or Brooks Elliott.
  • Sign Up for e-Scrip Now to Help Raise Scholarship Funds — When you shop with the merchants, we automatically receive the benefit. Take a moment to log onto eScrip.com and enter Saratoga Federated Church. If you don't have a computer, please pick up an application at the Hospitality Center.
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