Upcoming Events
Kids Baptism Class
Kids’ Baptism Class – Start Here
Every milestone in your child’s life matters—and their faith journey is one of the most important.
Start Here is a special class designed for 1st–5th graders and their parents to begin meaningful conversations about what it means to follow Jesus. Whether your child has questions about baptism, faith, or taking their next step with Jesus, this class is a great place to start.
📅 Sunday, August 2
🕜 1:30 p.m.
📍 Countryside Christian Church – Youth Center
We want to partner with families as they navigate these important conversations and celebrate the significant moments in their child’s life.
We’d love for you and your child to join us as you take the first step together!
Register online.
The Way Worship Workshop
If your middle or high school student plays guitar, drums, bass, piano, and/or sings, these summer worship workshops are for them! Our goal is to better equip our students to lead worship at The Way, and in our main Sunday morning worship service. These workshops will include a focus time on why we worship and what scripture teaches us about worship, as well as small group and one-on-one musical instruction with staff and youth leaders who serve on our worship team.
Night of Worship & Prayer
Night of Worship & Prayer
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 | 7-8:30 PM | Intrust Bank Arena
Countryside Family: This will be an amazing night of THE CHURCH coming together, unified in our city to proclaim the name of Jesus! Plan to attend and invite your church friends, family, parents, grandparents, friends & neighbors.
New Vision August Luncheon
We encourage you to RSVP for the New Vision Luncheon (55+) for both seating and food purposes. The cost of the lunch is $4.00. Main dish, sides, and dessert will be provided. We hope you'll join us! You can RSVP online or call the church office at 316-686-7206.
Men's Breakfast
Men's Breakfast
Saturday, August 22 | 8:30 AM | Youth Center
Men, mark your calendars and join us for our upcoming men's breakfast. It's an excellent opportunity for men of all ages to come together, enjoy a delicious breakfast, and connect in fellowship. Sign up online or in the Lobby.
Color Wars: Kickball Edition
We are so excited to bring back Color Wars this year! Have your student join us for a night of competition, friends, and so much color! We recommend that each student wears a white shirt that they don't mind if it's never white again. Each student should bring a change of clothes as well. It is going to be so much fun, and we can't wait for it to "Kick off"!
RaphaCon
One of Countryside’s long-time mission partners, Rapha International, is hosting its first-ever RaphaCon in Joplin, Missouri, September 10-11. RaphaCon is a great opportunity for current partners and churches to come together, deepen their commitment to child protection, and be inspired to join the global fight for freedom both here in the US and globally. Cost: $100 + lodging (the convention fee includes breakfast and lunch). If you’re interested in joining us for this convention, please get in touch with Jon Carmichael.
Middle School Rooted Kick-off
Beginning Sunday, September 13, we will be starting Middle School Rooted groups. This is a 10-week discipleship course designed to help deepen their understanding of God, their desire to study Scripture, and their love for Jesus and others. Books are $15/each.
Middle School Get Away
Get Away | September 25-26
Ozark Christian College | Cost $40
We are so excited to bring our middle school students back to Ozark Christian College for Get Away this year! This year's theme is "Who is Jesus?" We will hear about the Son of God who took on flesh. This is always an awesome event for our middle school students to be challenged and grow in their faith, and we can't wait!
Early Bird Registration ends August 26, and if registered after, the price increases to $50.
StandFirm Men's Conference
StandFirm Conference
Saturday, October 3 | Immanuel Baptist Church | 8:45 AM
Gentlemen, mark your calendars for the 8th Annual StandFirm Men’s Conference. This year's theme, Built Different, will challenge men to build their lives on the firm foundation of Jesus Christ and stand strong in a changing world. Join men from across Wichita for a day of biblical teaching, worship, fellowship, and encouragement featuring four pastors from the greater Wichita area. Cost is $25 and includes breakfast, snacks, and lunch.
Rainforest Falls VBS
Join us for VBS this summer! Step through the mist into Rainforest Falls, overflowing with wild waterfalls, towering trees, and colorful creatures. Beneath a canopy of chattering birds and howling monkeys, kids plunge into a lifelong adventure of discovering the nature of God. They’ll explore what it means to be rooted in relationship with God, their creator, a safe place in life’s storms. VBS is for kids entering kindergarten through fifth grade.
Ladies Bunco Night
Join us for a fun game night open to all ladies age 10 and above. If you’ve never played Bunco, it is an easy-to-learn dice game that’s a fun way to create conversation and friendly competition. Invite a friend or two and join us. Please bring a snack to share.
July New Vision Luncheon
New Vision Lunch
Thursday, July 16 | 11:45 AM | Youth Center
I encourage you to RSVP for the New Vision Luncheon (55+) for both seating and food purposes. The cost of the lunch is $4.00. Main dish, sides, and dessert will be provided. We hope you'll join us! You can RSVP online or call the church office at 316-686-7206.
Kids Shoebox Decorating Party!
🎁 Shoebox Decorating Party for Operation Christmas Child
Kids of all ages are invited to join us for a fun morning of creativity as we decorate shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child!
📅 Tuesday, July 14
⏰ 10:00 AM – Noon
📍 Room A-101
These decorated shoeboxes will be used during our Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Packing Parties in November. This is a great opportunity for kids to help share God's love with children around the world through colorful, personalized shoeboxes.
Come ready to create, have fun, and make a difference—no artistic talent required! All supplies will be provided.
We hope you'll join us as we prepare to bless children across the globe, one shoebox at a time! 🎄📦❤️
CIY Move for High School
CIY MOVE 2026 | Colorado State University | Colorado Springs, CO | July 12-17 | Cost $500
For the first time, our high schoolers are heading to Colorado for CIY MOVE, focusing on Ephesians and the theme, "Kingdom Worker."
The Way Worship Workshop
If your middle or high school student plays guitar, drums, bass, piano, and/or sings, these summer worship workshops are for them! Our goal is to better equip our students to lead worship at The Way, and in our main Sunday morning worship service. These workshops will include a focus time on why we worship and what scripture teaches us about worship, as well as small group and one-on-one musical instruction with staff and youth leaders who serve on our worship team.
Family Night at the Ballpark
Family Night at the Ballpark | Saturday, June 20 | 6:05 PM
Equity Bank Park | $20.00
Grab your glove, bring the family, and join us for a fun night together as the Wichita Wind Surge take on the Springfield Cardinals! This is a great chance to relax, laugh, connect with church family, and enjoy a summer night at the ballpark together. Whether you’re a die-hard baseball fan or just looking for a night of fellowship, there’s something for everyone. Invite your friends, your family, your small group, and come make some memories with us! Reserve your tickets in the lobby, as spots are limited!
June New Vision Luncheon
New Vision Lunch
Thursday, June 18 | 11:45 AM | Youth Center
I encourage you to RSVP for the New Vision Luncheon (55+) for both seating and food purposes. The cost of the lunch is $4.00. Main dish, sides, and dessert will be provided. We hope you'll join us! You can RSVP online or call the church office at 316-686-7206.
The Way Worship Workshop
If your middle or high school student plays guitar, drums, bass, piano, and/or sings, these summer worship workshops are for them! Our goal is to better equip our students to lead worship at The Way, and in our main Sunday morning worship service. These workshops will include a focus time on why we worship and what scripture teaches us about worship, as well as small group and one-on-one musical instruction with staff and youth leaders who serve on our worship team.
Kids Summer Camp
COUNTRYSIDE KIDS SUMMER CHURCH CAMP
Calling all young spies! Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Kids Summer Camp! This summer, kids entering Kindergarten through 5th grade will head to Prairie View Christian Camp in Arkansas City for a mission they won’t want to miss.
Join us as we go undercover to explore the life of Joshua and discover how God gives us courage and strength to overcome obstacles. Through games, activities, and Bible lessons, campers will dive into Operation: Tear Down the Walls—and have a blast doing it!
Register beginning April 1, 2026. Make sure you mark that you are attending with Countryside and use the grade you will be entering in Fall 2026.
Register by May 15, 2026 to avoid a late fee.
Biblical Citizenship Class
Biblical Citizenship
Thursday, June 11-July 30 | 6:30 PM | Room A-101
Biblical Citizenship is an interactive elective designed to explore the relationship between faith, culture, and America’s founding principles. Through engaging video content filmed in Independence Hall, participants will discover the historical context behind the Constitution, examine fascinating artifacts and stories from the founding era, and engage in thoughtful discussion guided by pastors, historians, and Christian leaders addressing issues impacting today’s culture. Sign up online or in the Lobby.
CIY Mix for Middle School
CIY MIX 2026 | Encounter Cove | Roach, MO | June 9-13 | Cost $500
We are so excited to go back to Encounter Cove for our CIY MIX! This year's theme for CIY is "Kingdom Worker." Where students are going to dive deep into the book of Ephesians and what it means to use all that God has given them to advance His Kingdom.
Dinners on the Deck
Join the Women's Ministry as we gather at individuals' homes and in the community from June 7 to 13 to share a meal and enjoy a relaxed summer evening together. We hope that you will get to know the ladies better while also making some new friends! Sign ups are located in the Lobby and are designated by the night of the week and the area of town, allowing you to find what works best for you.
High School Game Night
Have your high school student join us in the Youth Center for a fun game night. If your student has a favorite board or card game, they are welcome to bring it, and we ask that they bring a snack to share.
Promotion Sunday
Promotion Sunday is coming on Sunday, June 7! All kids ages 2 years old through 5th grade will move up to their new classes. Children will be placed in classes based on the grade they will enter in Fall 2026 or the age they will be by September 1, 2026.
We’re excited to celebrate this new step and welcome everyone to their new classrooms!
Middle School Pool Party
Join us for our first pool party of the summer at the Yonce’s house! We'll be grilling hot dogs, and we ask that your student bring a snack to share.
Life Group Olympiad
Register you and/or your family (kids included) for the 2026 Life Group Olympiad on Sunday, May 31 at 6:00 PM in the Youth Center.
When you sign up your team, you'll be assigned a country to represent. Each country represents a global ministry partner we support here at Countryside!
These olympics will include a variety of games and activities in which to compete and score your team points! From minute-to-win-it style games to trivia/puzzle types!
Note: This is all for fun and no one is required to participate in any games with which they may be uncomfortable. However, all games will have little to no physical demand.
We will also have an international meal served! Donations for the meal are encouraged but not required. All funds will go to support one of our global partners!
Summer Softball Kick-off!
Countryside Co-Ed Summer Softball
Opening Day is Sunday, May 31. Cost to play is $20. Games will be every Sunday. Games will be played between 1PM and 8PM. Anyone, male or female, who is at least a Freshman in High School and older is welcome to play. Amazing softball ability is NOT required to come and play, we enjoy the fellowship as much as the competition. Let’s Play Ball!
Sunday, May 17 is the deadline to sign up!
High School Pool Party
Join us for our first pool party of the summer at the Yonce’s house! We'll be grilling hot dogs, and we ask that your student bring a snack to share.
Family Sunday
Join us for Family Sunday on Sunday, May 31 at 10:00 AM! Kids ages 4 years old through 5th grade will be joining their families in the worship service as we worship together as one church family.
Classes will still be available for children ages 0–3 years old.
We look forward to worshiping with you!
Donuts with Melissa!
Donuts with Melissa 🍩
Incoming 1st graders are invited to join us for Donuts with Melissa on Sunday, May 31 at 9:30 AM in the Youth Center!
This special morning is a fun way for kids to get comfortable before moving up to KidZone. Families will have a chance to:
Meet Melissa
Grab a donut
Ask questions about KidZone
Play a fun game for a prize
🎉 Promotion Sunday is June 7, when incoming 1st graders will officially join us in KidZone!
Level Up Party for 6th Graders
Level Up
Wednesday, May 27 | 6-8 PM | The Youth Center
We invite all students who will be starting 6th grade in the fall, along with their parents, to our annual Level Up party! This will be an awesome night for both students and parents to get a preview of what youth ministry at Countryside looks like. We’ll have pizza and ice cream, an opportunity for parents to ask questions, and we’ll play some of our favorite games from The Way.
BBQ + Silent Auction CIY Fundraiser
CIY Fundraiser
Sunday, May 17 | 11:30 AM- 12:30 PM | Gym
CIY is just around the corner, and we’re committed to making it more affordable for our students. Join us for our annual BBQ fundraiser—and new this year, a silent auction featuring a variety of themed gift baskets (like a grilling basket, movie night basket, and more). There’s something for everyone to enjoy, so bring the whole family! The deadline has passed to RSVP. Please email Ryan to see if any spots are still available.
May New Vision Luncheon
New Vision Lunch
(Date Change) Thursday, May 14 | 11:45 AM | Youth Center
I encourage you to RSVP for the New Vision Luncheon (55+) for both seating and food purposes. The cost of the lunch is $4.00. Main dish, sides, and dessert will be provided. We hope you'll join us! You can RSVP online or call the church office at 316-686-7206.
Marriage After God Study
Marriage after God: A 12-Week Study for couples based on the book by Aaron and Jennifer Smith
Wednesdays from 6:30-8:00 PM at Countryside beginning May 13.
What if God has purposed your marriage for something so much more than happily ever after? You will discover the signature marks of a marriage after God, find principles for building an unshakable marriage foundation, learn how to let God's story take the lead in your love story, and recognize the tools God has already equipped you with for a missional life together. Study led by Ken and Brenda Kistler and David and Georgia George. Cost is $10 which includes book. Sign up in the lobby or online.
The Final Way - Middle School
The Way's weekly meetings for high school will end on May 3, and for middle school on May 6. Be sure to join us for fun-filled celebrations with food, laughter, and fun with friends on these dates, and we’ll remind you when meetings restart in the fall!
The Final Way - High School
The Way's weekly meetings for high school will end on May 3, and for middle school on May 6. Be sure to join us for fun-filled celebrations with food, laughter, and fun with friends on these dates, and we’ll remind you when meetings restart in the fall!
NBTween
NBTween – Last Gathering of the Semester! 🎉
Join us for our final NBTween of the semester on Sunday, May 3 from 11:30 AM–1:00 PM!
We’ll celebrate a great year together with pizza, friends, and fun—you won’t want to miss it! 🍕
Come hang out, laugh, and wrap up the semester with us. Bring a friend!
Graduation Sunday
Join us as we honor and celebrate our graduates! Before the sermon, we will invite each graduate on stage to share a bit about their future plans.
Amazing Faith Women's Event at Ozark Christian College
2026 Women's Event
Ozark Christian College, Joplin, MO | Overnight Trip | April 24-25
Join us for an overnight trip to Ozark Christian College for the 2026 Women's Event. The theme for this year's event is Amazing Faith. We will carpool from the church at 1:30 PM on Friday, April 24, to grab dinner on the way and arrive in time for the evening session. We will return to Wichita by 7:00 PM on Saturday, April 25.