UPCOMING EVENTS
A Night of Worship & Prayer
Join us on Wednesday, April 2 at 6:30PM for a night of worship and prayer for the whole family!
Easter Sunday
Join us for Easter at Pathways Church on Sunday, April 20 at our 8:30 & 10AM services!
Baptism Sunday
We will have baptisms at both of our Easter morning services - 8:30 and 10AM on April 20, 2025.
High School Hangout
Are you going to be home for Spring Break this year? If so, come hang out with us at Pathways!
We are going to be watching a movie, playing games, and enjoying some snacks. Come for the whole time or for a chunk of time that works for you.
Feel free to bring any friends from school or your neighborhood who need something fun to do too! Also bring your favorite game or snack/dessert to share.
Serve at Pillars!
We will be serving a hot meal and a friendly smile at Pillars Shelter on Thursday, March 27 from 4:30-7PM.
From homelessness to coming home, Pillars provides shelter, support, and solutions to address the housing needs in our community.
We serve this meal at Pillars on the fourth Thursday of each month. If you’re willing and able to step up and help lend a hand to your community you can register to serve by clicking the button below!
We will be rotating serving sites throughout the year on the following days:
March 27
April 24
May 22
June 26
July 24
August 28
September 25
October 23
November 27
December 25
Contact George Haas with questions at 920-422-3962 or jhaasj234@gmail.com.
Baptism Sunday
Is it time for you to proclaim publicly your faith in Christ by being baptized? Baptism does not save, but it is an act of obedience for all believers*. Let everyone know that you are a new creation and register below for our next baptism!
*While we believe that children can have a sincere faith in Jesus, we have found the best practice is to wait until a child is at least eight years old before the child takes the step of baptism. If your child is under the age of eight and has expressed interest in baptism, we recommend that you use the time to strengthen his or her faith in other ways. If you do not have a RightNow Media account, it is an excellent resource for you to use to help lead your child into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. To learn more and to request a complimentary account, click here.
Questions? Email tammym@pathwayschurch.us.
Vida Collection Drive
We are proud to stand beside a local outreach like Vida Clinic.
We will be hosting a diaper collection drive for several items that Vida Clinic is in need of on Sunday, March 16 & 23.
They are in need of newborn diapers, diapers sizes 4, 5, and 6 and other items.
All items collected go straight to Vida to help stock their shelves full and provide support to men and women who need to feel supported while raising children and/or expecting their first child.
Please drop all items off at the table in the church lobby or church office building (Mon-Thur | 8AM-4PM)
If you are interested in learning more about volunteer opportunities please contact Emily at emilysverhagen@gmail.com.
Our local partner, Vida, passionately advocates for good health and well-being of women and their babies. Vida’s main objective is to walk with women through trials and tribulations by offering hope and compassion. Vida continue to expand and improve our services so that no man or woman feels alone and unsupported when facing challenges related to an unplanned pregnancy or parenting an infant or small children under challenging circumstances.
Middle School Boys’ Nerf Night
Are you ready for a night of epic competition?!? You're not gonna want to mis this one! Bring your own blaster (one that uses standard Nerf darts). We will have plenty of darts!
This event is exclusive to middle school boys. This is an awesome opportunity to invite friends! We will have snacks and desserts available, but everyone should eat dinner before coming.
Lent Service
Join us for a special Lent Service!
Lent is a 40 day period that leads up to Easter.
It gives us a great opportunity to carve out some time to cultivate our souls so that Easter takes on a different depth of meaning for us through the work that God has been doing in us.
Check out this book - “40 Days of Decrease by Dr. Alicia Britt Chole."
Each day has a short devotional and a passage of scripture for you and invites you to give up something for the day.
It's not just giving up things like designer coffee or your time on social media. It's mostly areas that are heart fast — like apathy, unforgiveness, resentment or comparing ourselves to others.
If we decrease in these areas, we can increase our connection with Christ!
During these next six weeks leading up to Easter, we're going to be walking through some issues of our heart that need to decrease and downshift so that Christ can increase in our lives!
So to prepare for the next week,
1) pop this book in your shopping cart
2) come to our special Lent Service on March 5 at 6:30PM
3) and get ready to begin our new series “Downshift” which will begin on Sunday, March 9 at our regular 8:30 and 10AM services!
Watch this special invitation from Gary by clicking the image below!
NO MVMNT (Middle School Sunday program)
There will be no MVMNT this Sunday, see you next week!
Pathways Students | Winter Camp
Pathways Students' 2025 Winter Retreat will be taking place on February 7-9! This event is open to all current 6th-12th graders.
We will depart from Pathways at 3PM on Friday, and we will return Sunday evening around 4PM. This weekend experience will feature engaging sessions and a variety of games and activities. This is a great time for students to get plugged in and form friendships.
This year, our theme is "Sorry, Not Sorry: Speaking Into Culture With Grace and Truth." We will explore how students can navigate difficult conversations with their peers, and offer the hope of Jesus to the world around them.
Date: Feb. 7-9th, 2025
Location: Expeditions Unlimited - Baraboo, WI
Registration has closed for this year. Be on the lookout for info about our summer camp!
Students can bring a friend (who does not have a home church) for free! Use the link below!
Family Movie Night
Bring your entire family to Pathways Church on Friday, January 24, at 6:00PM, and join us for a night at the movies!
Kids are encouraged to wear pj's and bring their favorite blanket as we watch a movie about a robot who is learning to survive and live in the wilderness.
Pathways will provide popcorn, nachos, and water. If bringing beverages from home, please have liquids in closed-top containers.
Boxed candy will be available for cash purchase of $1.00.
Middle School Skating Night
PS Middle School is heading to Skate City in Kimberly on Friday January 17th, 6pm-9pm.
The cost is $9 per skater and students will pay individually at the door.
Please RSVP your student(s) by Tuesday Jan. 14. This is a great opportunity to invite friends!
The address is 708 S Railroad St. Kimberly, WI 54136.
Serve Saturday- Jake’s Network of Hope
Serve Saturday!
We are taught the importance of being the hands and feet of Jesus. Six times a year, one Saturday of the month, we will gather volunteers to help our community in some way.
On Saturday, January 11, 2024 from 10:30AM-12:30PM, we are serving at Jake's Network of Hope in Appleton.
Jake's Network of Hope distributes hygiene products and essential daily living items to people of all ages through a network of partner agencies, working to meet a variety of human needs.
Volunteers will have the opportunity to package diapers for distribution into our communities.
Please register below!
Online Only Service
Online Only Service!
Pathways Church, on Sunday, December 29, we will be offering online viewing only. Our prayer is that you will use this time at home to connect with your family and/or friends and to draw near to God while being mindful of the miracle God blessed us with by sending his Son to set us free and forever be called his children. You may watch online with us on Facebook, YouTube or our website.
We pray that as you spend time at home you find yourself surrounded by God's presence. So gather your friends and family, prepare your hearts for entering into a new year, and be ready to join us online at 8:30AM or 10AM on December 29!
Serve at Pillars!
We will be serving a hot meal and a friendly smile at Pillars Shelter on Thursday, December 26 from 4:30-7PM.
From homelessness to coming home, Pillars provides shelter, support, and solutions to address the housing needs in our community.
We serve this meal at Pillars on the fourth Thursday of each month. If you’re willing and able to step up and help lend a hand to your community you can register to serve by clicking the button below!
Date: December 26, 2024
Time: 4:30 - 7PM
Location: Pillars, 400 N. Division St., Appleton, WI
Contact George Haas with questions at 920-422-3962 or jhaasj234@gmail.com.
Christmas Eve at Pathways Church
Signs. There are signs all around us, we live in a world of noise from signs along the highway promoting a business or service, to a street sign telling you which direction to go. During the Christmas season, we have to filter out even more noise from the signs around us telling us to buy this or that, find a tree lot here, or where to take a picture with Santa. Let's stop for a moment and ponder the question, "What are you looking for?" Do you know what signs God is sending you and what they mean?
Join us at Pathways Church at either 12PM, 2PM or 4PM as we worship the birth of our Savior and see what signs we should be looking out for moving forward.
MVMNT Christmas Breakfast
For our final Sunday morning of the year, we will be hosting a MVMNT Christmas Breakfast.
All 6th-8th graders are invited to join us for a fun morning of food, games and teaching.
We will wrap up our December series IN OUR MIDST, which is all about how we are not alone. Students are welcome to wear PJ's or other comfy clothes that morning.
Middle School Christmas Party
All 6th-8th graders are invited to join us for our annual Middle School Christmas Party!
We'll have food, games, worship, teaching, and plenty of opportunities to make new friends!
Students should wear a fun Christmas sweater (or similar) and bring a small wrapped gift ($10 or less).
High School Christmas Party
Pathways Students will be hosting our annual Christmas Party on December 15 for High School students from 6:30-8PM.
We can’t wait to ring in the Christmas Season with some holiday games, food and devotions!
Remember to wear your cozy Christmas pajamas or ugly Christmas sweater and bring a small gift ($10 or less) for a gift exchange.
It’s going to be a blast and we can’t wait to see you there!
Baptism Sunday
Is it time for you to proclaim publicly your faith in Christ by being baptized? Baptism does not save, but it is an act of obedience for all believers*. Let everyone know that you are a new creation and register below for our next baptism!
*While we believe that children can have a sincere faith in Jesus, we have found the best practice is to wait until a child is at least eight years old before the child takes the step of baptism. If your child is under the age of eight and has expressed interest in baptism, we recommend that you use the time to strengthen his or her faith in other ways. If you do not have a RightNow Media account, it is an excellent resource for you to use to help lead your child into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. To learn more and to request a complimentary account, click here.
Questions? Email tammym@pathwayschurch.us.
No Pathways Students or Roots Programming
Thanksgiving time is here! Because of the holiday, we will not be hosting Middle School or Roots students on Wednesday, November 27, we’ll see you back in person on December 4th!
We will not have programming for high schoolers on Sunday, December 1, join us again on Sunday, December 8.
Consider using this short devotion to lead your family in a time of thanksgiving.
Ask: “Does anyone know why we celebrate Thanksgiving?” Explain that we celebrate Thanksgiving as a time to thank God for His blessings. Thanksgiving is a special time to say thank you to God.
Ask: “What are you thankful for?” Invite each family member to share a few things he or she is thankful for. Point out that these things are all good gifts, and we can be thankful that we have them.
Ask: “Who gives us these good gifts?” Explain that every good gift is from God. (James 1:17)
Open your Bible to Psalm 107:1. Read the verse aloud or, if your child can read, encourage her to read the verse aloud.
Lead your family in a time of prayer:
Father God, we come to You with thankful hearts. Year after year, You are faithful to us. You give us good gifts—far more than we deserve. Most of all, Lord, we are thankful for You. You love us so much that You sent Your Son, Jesus, to save us from our sins. Thank You for welcoming us into Your family. We give ourselves to You. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Next Gen Friendsgiving Parties
Pathways will be hosting Friendsgiving dinner parties for our following ministries:
Young Adults | Monday, November 18 at 6:30PM | Meeting at Texas Roadhouse 3910 W College Ave, Appleton
Middle School | Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30PM | Pathways Church
High School | Sunday, November 24 at 6:30PM | Pathways Church
We see so much value in connecting with the students over a meal together and talking about the importance of gratitude.
We are encouraging all students to bring a friend, and their appetites and come ready to have a great time!
If you would be willing, please sign up to bring a dish for everyone to share! Feel free to share the link with anyone who may be interested in bringing something.
Project Light It Up Food Drive
Pathways, our Project Light it up Food drive competition between Pathways Kids & Students will begin on Sunday, November 17 and run till November 24! Pathways kids and students are encouraged to light up the world around them this Christmas season and help stock the shelves for the Freedom Food Pantry in Appleton.
We will be receiving non-perishable food items in the Next Generation wing of the church (past the doors to Pathways Kids & Students), please stop by the Connect area if you have any questions.
Please encourage your kids to participate in this local outreach project and let's Light It Up! This is a great way to get your kids and students involved in helping serve those here, there and everywhere.
ELEMENTARY KIDS CAN EARN 1 TICKET TO BE USED TOWARDS THE PRIZE WALL FOR EVERY 5 ITEMS BROUGHT 🙌🙌🙌
Students & kids may drop off non-perishable food items on Wednesday’s when they come to attend Pathways Students & ROOTS. Pathways Kids & Students (MVMNT) may drop them off on Sunday mornings or at the office building Mon-Thur. (8AM-4PM)
Baptism Sunday
Is it time for you to proclaim publicly your faith in Christ by being baptized? Baptism does not save, but it is an act of obedience for all believers*. Let everyone know that you are a new creation and register below for our next baptism!
*While we believe that children can have a sincere faith in Jesus, we have found the best practice is to wait until a child is at least eight years old before the child takes the step of baptism. If your child is under the age of eight and has expressed interest in baptism, we recommend that you use the time to strengthen his or her faith in other ways. If you do not have a RightNow Media account, it is an excellent resource for you to use to help lead your child into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. To learn more and to request a complimentary account, click here.
Questions? Email tammym@pathwayschurch.us.
High School Pumpkin Carving Party!
Pumpkin Carving Party!
🍂🍁 Calling all High School students to join us for a fall-filled afternoon! 🍁🍂
Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 26th, from 3-6PM as we come together, pick out our very own pumpkin, and have a carving contest! Bring your friends and enjoy the community, food, fall weather, a fire (weather permitting) and more. *If the weather is nice we’ll be outside, please dress accordingly for fall afternoon/evening weather.
Damacus Road Project Tie Blanket Outreach
We are taught the importance of being the hands and feet of Jesus. That is why on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10AM - 12PM, we will be tying blankets for those served by the non-profit organization - Damascus Road Project.
We are in need of volunteers to tie a total of 45 blankets. Please complete the registration form below to sign up to serve.
We think this will be a fun serving opportunity for the entire family!
Serve at Pillars!
Join us in serving at Pillars on the fourth Thursday of the months of February, April, June, August, October, and December.
Date: October 24, 2024
Time: 4:30 - 7PM
Location: Pillars, 400 N. Division St., Appleton, WI
Contact George Haas with questions at 920-422-3962 or jhaasj234@gmail.com.
Operation Christmas Child
Pathways Church is partnering with Samaritan’s Purse this holiday season to bring the gospel and a smile to children in need all over the world.
Through an annual outreach event called Operation Christmas Child, we encourage you and your family to fill shoeboxes with toys, school supplies, hygiene items, clothes, games, etc. that will be sent to children all over the globe! Before each child receives their shoebox, the gospel is shared with them and their families! *A $10 donation per box is needed to help cover shipping costs and can be paid by scanning the QR code on the box.
Shoeboxes will be available for pickup in the lobby on Sundays from Oct. 20 - Nov. 17. If you are unable to make it on Sunday please stop by the church office between 8AM-4PM Monday-Thursday.
The last day to pick up a box is Sunday, Nov 17, with all filled boxes due on or before Thursday, Nov 21.
All boxes are due to be dropped off by Thursday, November 21. Boxes may be brought to the church office building, we are open Monday-Thursday, 8AM-4PM.
Send the Gospel to the Ends of the Earth Without Leaving Home!
We get it, the holiday season is BEYOND busy but we know you still want to make a difference so we want to introduce the option to build an Operation Christmas Child Shoebox right at home!
Click the “Build a Box Online” button below to get started…just remember this can be done right from the comforts of your couch!
Do you have an Amazon account?
We took the time to create gift wish lists for girls and boys of all ages on Amazon so if you don’t have time to fill a whole shoebox just order supplies for a certain age and all items will be delivered straight to Pathways Church and we’ll fill a box for you! Check out the amazon lists by clicking the “WISH LIST” Box below- enjoy!
About Samaritan’s Purse
The story of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:30-37) gives a clear picture of God’s desire for us to help those in desperate need wherever we find them. After describing how the Samaritan rescued a hurting man whom others had passed by, Jesus told His hearers, “Go and do likewise.” For over 40 years, Samaritan’s Purse has done our utmost to follow Christ’s command by going to the aid of the world’s poor, sick, and suffering. We are an effective means of reaching hurting people in countries around the world with food, medicine, and other assistance in the Name of Jesus Christ. This, in turn, earns us a hearing for the Gospel, the Good News of eternal life through Jesus Christ.
How to Pack a Shoe Box
Do Not Include:
Candy; toothpaste; gum; used or damaged items; scary or war-related items such as toy guns, knives, or military figures; chocolate or food; seeds; fruit rolls or other fruit snacks; drink mixes (powdered or liquid); liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; aerosol cans.
Can Include:
Start with a quality “wow” item such as a stuffed animal, soccer ball with pump, or clothing outfit that will capture the child’s attention the instant he or she opens the box. See our gift suggestions according to age and gender listed below for other fun toys, hygiene items, and school supplies to fill the shoebox.
*A $10 donation per box is needed to help cover shipping costs and can be paid by scanning the QR code on the box.
Baptism Sunday
Is it time for you to proclaim publicly your faith in Christ by being baptized? Baptism does not save, but it is an act of obedience for all believers*. Let everyone know that you are a new creation and register below for our next baptism!
*While we believe that children can have a sincere faith in Jesus, we have found the best practice is to wait until a child is at least eight years old before the child takes the step of baptism. If your child is under the age of eight and has expressed interest in baptism, we recommend that you use the time to strengthen his or her faith in other ways. If you do not have a RightNow Media account, it is an excellent resource for you to use to help lead your child into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. To learn more and to request a complimentary account, click here.
Questions? Email tammym@pathwayschurch.us.
Next Generation Fall Kickoff Dates!
Join us for an electrifying week of Fall Kickoff events for ages kindergarten through 23! Check out the dates below to see when all of our next-generation ministries will kick off for the fall.
Have Questions? Contact information for each ministry is listed below.
Young Adults & High School | Pastor TJ Norman | Tj.Norman@pathwayschurch.us | 920.735.0422 ext. 125
Middle School & MVMNT | Pastor Jake Collins | Jake.Collins@pathwayschurch.us | 920.735.0422 ext. 101
Pathways Kids | Rebecca Pettit | Rebecca.Pettit@pathwayschurch.us | 920.735.0422 ext. 106
ROOTS | Kelsey Smajda | Kelsey.Smajda@pathwayschurch.us | 920.735.0422 ext. 113 | REGISTER HERE
Middle School Parent Meeting
Pathways Students Middle School will be hosting a parent meeting during out Wednesday night gathering on September 4th at 6:30PM in the Lower Level student space. This is your opportunity to hear out new core values, get all of the info you need for the new year and ask any questions that you might have. Students will be outside participating in games and activities during the meeting. Afterward, you will have the chance to meet your student's small group leaders for the new year!
Serve at Pillars!
Join us in serving at Pillars on the fourth Thursday of the months of February, April, June, August, October, and December.
Date: August 22
Time: 4:30 - 7PM
Location: Pillars, 400 N. Division St., Appleton, WI
Contact George Haas with questions at 920-422-3962 or jhaasj234@gmail.com.