We Pray First

Prayer is our first response, not our last option. When you Pray First, you open the door for God to do far more than you could ever ask or imagine. As we seek Him together, faith rises, unity deepens, and spiritual energy builds.

What Prayer Does in Your Life:

• Prayer sharpens your faith.
• Prayer creates deeper intimacy with God.
• Prayer is powerful and brings about change.

Join Us to Pray First:

We invite you to gather with us and seek God corporately at one of the following times:

• Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays | 9:00am–10:00am | Main Campus Lobby
• Wednesdays | 6:30am–8:30am | Main Campus Lobby
• Saturdays | 3:15pm–4:15pm | Main Campus Lobby
• Saturdays | 6:15pm-6:45pm | Main Campus Sanctuary
• Sundays | 7:30am–8:00am | Main Campus Sanctuary
• *Second Sunday of the Month | 5:00pm–6:00pm | Furnace Prayer | Main Campus Sanctuary | Please note: We will not have Furnace Prayer in June

Bienestar con la Armadura de Dios en el Nuevo Año

Equípate con la armadura de Dios y comprende la función especifica de cada elemento que la conforma para vivir una vida de Bienestar Completa.

Please note: this class is only offered in Español.

At Church on the Rock, we love our community and are dedicated to serving it in meaningful ways. As part of our God Is for Our City outreach, we offer a weekly food pantry every Thursday from 10am–12pm and the second Saturday of each month from 10am–12pm at our 888 Birdie Hills Campus, inside the Family Life and Learning Center (FLLC).

In addition, on the second Thursday of each month, we’ll also have personal care items available.

Each week, we provide food boxes filled with non-perishable food items and common household essentials (as available) to anyone who could use a little extra support. It’s our way of showing God’s love in a practical way, because God is for you, and we are too.

Are you looking for a program designed just for boys to give them opportunities to make new friends, have fun together all while growing with God? COTR Royal Rangers is for your son.

Royal Rangers will help boys in grades K-12 learn and grow through active participation in activities and biblical instruction. Your son will be empowered to discover his unique purpose and become the Godly man he is called to become. Royal Rangers meets every Thursday night at 6pm in the Family Life and Learning Center (gym). Register below or contact us for more information.

Celebrate Recovery is a Biblical recovery program helping people to become set free from hurts, habits and hang-ups. Our confidential group is experiencing freedom from addictive behaviors and resulting in peace and joy. We gather weekly in the North Campus (888 Birdie Hills Rd) at 6pm for dinner (for purchase), at 7pm for our large group followed by small groups breakouts at 8pm. Childcare is available.

The Landing is Celebrate Recovery’s ministry for students in grades 6-12. The Landing is a weekly gathering to equip young people to deal with life's issues in a safe setting providing tools to help them live emotionally and spiritually healthy lives as they learn to live in the freedom found in Jesus Christ.

🎉 Food Truck Rally Sundays 🎉

Get ready for a flavor-packed summer at Church on the Rock! Join us for three special Sundays featuring a rotating lineup of food trucks serving authentic flavors from around the world. Come hungry, bring your crew, and enjoy great food, community, and summer fun, all while helping us reach more people with the love of Jesus through COTR Español Ministry.

Join us after services on:

• Sunday, May 24
• Sunday, June 28
• Sunday, July 26 + Cardinals Watch Party 

Every purchase helps support COTR Español Ministry. We can’t wait to celebrate summer with you!

Get ready for a powerful night of worship, community, and connection! Join us for Worship Night on Friday, May 29 at 7pm in a space designed just for young adults to come together and encounter God in a real and meaningful way.

We’ll have uplifting music, passionate praise, intentional prayer, and moments that invite you to pause, reflect, and be refreshed. Whether you’ve been walking with God for years or you’re just exploring faith, this night is for you.

Come hang out, bring your friends, meet new people, and be part of a community that’s growing, authentic, and full of life. It’s more than just a service, it’s a night to experience joy, belonging, and the presence of God together.

Childcare is available by reservation. 

We can’t wait to see you there!

Church on the Rock is proud to welcome the Wheels in Motion Car Show to our campus on Saturday, May 30, 9am-2pm!

This family-friendly event supports a great cause — all proceeds benefit children in their fight with cancer.

🚘Got a car to show? Registration is just $25 per car at the event — no pre-registration required! Plus, the first 150 cars will receive a commemorative dash plaque.

🏆 Trophies will be awarded in fun categories like Pastor’s Choice, Kids Pick, and more!

Whether you're a car enthusiast or just looking for a fun day out, bring the family, enjoy amazing cars, and help make a difference!

Embrace the spirit of champions by going above and beyond! We will be tackling outdoor (weather permitting) and indoor projects at our campuses. All abilities are welcome, and we encourage you to register, indicating the number of family members joining. Minimum age to participate is 10-years-old, and to show our appreciation, lunch will be served! Let's come together to make a positive impact for God's house!

Saturday, June 6, 2026 | 8am - noon | Main Campus Lobby

God is for our community, and you can help make a difference! Our Bags by the Bumper Food Drive is dedicated to helping provide food and assistance to our community. Simply fill a bag with non-perishable food items or family care items and leave the bag by the bumper of your vehicle when you come to church, the first Sunday of every month. Our We Care Team will collect your generous donations and distribute to families at our food outreach on the second Saturday of each month.

Here is a list of the items we are currently collecting.

Food

1. Canned Vegetables, Soups, Fruit, Meat, Ravioli, Chili, Tomato Sauce/Paste
2. Beans (canned or dry)
3. Peanut Butter + Jelly
4. Pasta Noodles, Ramen Noodle Meals, Macaroni & Cheese, Rice
5. Cereal, Oatmeal, Pancake Mix, Pancake Syrup
6. Rice, Corn Muffin Mix
7. Boxed or Canned Potatoes

Family Care

1. Diapers (Sizes N-6), Baby Wipes, Formula
2. Bar Soap, Body Wash, Shampoo/Conditioner
3. Disposable Razors, Shaving Cream
4. Feminine Products
5. Toothpaste/Toothbrush
6. Deodorant

Paper Products + Cleaning Supplies

1. Toilet Paper
2. Paper Towels
3. Dish Soap
4. Laundry Detergent
5. Cleaning Products

Summer at COTR is heating up, and we’re excited to welcome Joyce Meyer to Church on the Rock on Sunday, June 14 at our 9am and 11am services!

Join us for an unforgettable day of encouragement, practical teaching, and powerful moments in God’s presence as Joyce shares life-changing truth from God’s Word. Joyce Meyer is a bestselling author and internationally known Bible teacher who has inspired millions through her practical, faith-filled messages.

Mark your calendar and make plans to join us for Summer at COTR with Joyce Meyer!

Ignite Youth Camp 2026
June 22-24 | Church on the Rock

Ignite Youth Camp is a three-day experience designed to spark faith, build friendships, and ignite a passion for God in the next generation. Students will encounter powerful worship, life-giving messages, exciting team competitions, and unforgettable moments with special guest artists, all in a fun, high-energy environment.

Students will also enjoy off-site adventures including swimming at the Rec Plex and a trip to Six Flags, plus plenty of games, laughter, and memories along the way. Ignite is more than camp, it’s a moment where faith comes alive and students are challenged to live boldly for Jesus.

• Who: Students entering 6th–12th grade (Fall 2026)
• Cost: $275
  • $50 required to hold your spot
• What’s Included: All meals, transportation, activities, and events
• Capacity: Limited to 150 students—register early!

Walk with us in the O’Fallon July 4th Parade in O'Fallon!

Be part of one of Church on the Rock’s longest-standing traditions, over 20 years strong! This is one of our biggest outreach events of the year, and an amazing opportunity to bring joy and hope to our community as we walk alongside our themed float.

Details:

• Event: O'Fallon Heritage & Freedom Parade
• Date: July 4, 2026
• Time: 7:30am - noon
• Transportation: A bus will depart from Church on the Rock at 7:30 AM on Saturday, July 4th, take you to the parade staging area on Civic Drive, and return you to the church by noon.

Parade t-shirts will be available soon for purchase in the Lobby and are requested for all walkers to help us make a strong visual impact.

Children 7 and under should ride in a decorated wagon or stroller. If you're unable to walk the two-mile route, we’d love to see you cheering us on from the sidelines!

Let’s show our city that God is for them. Come celebrate with us!

How to Participate:

• Register to walk in the parade here

Would you like to join us in constructing our award-winning float for the parade? We are seeking volunteers to help in on selected evenings during the last two weeks of June and the first week of July.

• Anyone 16 and older are invited to help
• We need: carpenters, painters, electricians, artists, engineers, and lots of "unskilled" people to assist
• We will notify you the work schedule

• Register to help build our float here!

Escuela Bíblica de Vacaciones en Español 2026

¡Este verano, tus niños tienen una misión que no pueden perderse! Te invitamos a ser parte de Campamento de Verano: Misión Posible, una experiencia diseñada especialmente para niños de 4 a 11 años, donde cada día estará lleno de diversión, aprendizaje y propósito.

Durante esta semana, los niños disfrutarán de actividades emocionantes como juegos, manualidades, snacks y enseñanzas bíblicas dinámicas. Más que un campamento, será un espacio donde podrán fortalecer su fe, descubrir su propósito y conectar su corazón con el corazón de Dios.

Fecha: 13 al 17 de julio
Horario: 5:30pm – 8:30pm
Edades: 4 a 11 años
Costo: $10

Una semana puede marcar la diferencia en la vida de un niño. ¡Esta misión es posible!

Si necesitas asistencia financiera, por favor comunícate con Ruth Maldonado.

Please note: This summer camp is only offered in Español.

💃Young Adults! Get ready for a spicy summer night at Salsa y Salsa YA Night!🌶️

Join us on Friday, July 31 at 7pm, at the North Campus Multi-purpose room for an unforgettable evening filled with:

• Chips & salsa 🥣
• A live salsa dancing lesson 💃
• Music, laughter, and connection 🎶
• A fun night with the YA community
• $10 per person

No experience or dance partner needed,  just bring your energy and get ready to have fun! Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or have two left feet, this night is all about community, culture, and making memories.

Childcare is available by registration, so invite your friends and come salsa the night away!

COTR YA’s Ultimate Team Game Night

Date: Friday, August 7, 2026
Time: 6:30pm - 10pm
Location: Family Life and Learning Center (Gym)

Get ready for the ultimate showdown at COTR Young Adults! On Friday, August 7, 2026, 6:30pm in the COTR Gym, we’re bringing you a high-energy, game-show-style experience packed with competition, strategy, and teamwork.

🏆 How it Works:

• Register and get placed on a team
• Compete in thrilling challenges— escape rooms, scavenger hunts, relay races, obstacle challenges, and Nerf battles
• Earn special advantages in mini-games
• Play for exciting prizes
• Cost: $20 per person

But it’s not just about the games. Because the most important things in life aren’t things—they’re relationships. So grab your crew, make new connections, and get ready for a night of fun, teamwork, and unforgettable moments!