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, 2025
• Time: 7:30am - noon
• Transportation: A bus will depart from Church on the Rock at 7:30 AM on Friday, July 4th, take you to the parade staging area on Civic Drive, and return you to the church by noon.

Parade t-shirts are available 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!

Help Us Build Our Award-Winning Parade Float!

Would you like to join us in constructing our award-winning float for the parade? We are seeking volunteers to help in the 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!

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.

Embrace the spirit of champions by going above and beyond! Join us on the Saturday July 12 from 8 am to noon for our next Serve Day, where we will be tackling projects at the 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!

Make plans to be part of Worship Nights this summer at Church on the Rock. Powerful evenings designed for us to draw near to God, lift up the name of Jesus, and experience His presence together as a church family.

First Worship Night
Sunday, July 13 at 6:30 PM

Featuring Jafet Lora from Lakewood Worship as our guest worship leader! Jafet brings a heart of passionate worship and a deep desire to lead people into God’s presence. This is a night you don’t want to miss.

Check back on our website soon for the August Worship Night date.

Let’s gather, worship, and believe for an incredible summer at COTR!

Our 2025 Uprising Youth Camp is currently full!

However, if you would like to join a wait list, please click the "Join Wait List" button below. We will contact you if a spot opens up.

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Calling all students in grades 6th-12th to join us at Encounter Cove, nestled in the scenic beauty of the Lake of the Ozarks, for our 3-day Relentless Youth Camp from July 16-18, 2025! This promises to be a transformative experience filled with exciting activities, meaningful connections, and encounters with faith.

The camp rate is $325, which covers everything: comfortable lodging, round-trip transportation, delicious meals, and more! Register early—last year we sold out!

Don’t miss this chance to be part of an amazing community, explore faith, and create memories that will last a lifetime. Pack your bags and prepare for an adventure that goes beyond the ordinary—Relentless Youth Camp 2025 awaits!

🎉 Food Truck Rally Sundays – June 1, July 20 & August 24!

Get ready for a flavor-packed summer at Church on the Rock! Join us after services on June 1, July 20, and August 24 for our Food Truck Rally—a tasty way to support our growing COTR Español ministry.

We’ll have a rotating lineup of Food Truck vendors serving up authentic flavors from across the nations. Come hungry, bring your crew, and enjoy the fun—all while helping us reach more people with the love of Jesus!

COTR YA’s Paintball Outing - Lock & Load!

Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
Time: 9:30am
Location: Gateway Paintball Park | 14510 Missouri Bottom Road | Bridgeton, Missouri 63044
Cost: $40 per person

Get ready for an unforgettable experience of adrenaline, strategy, and community as COTR Young Adults takes on Gateway Paintball! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or trying it for the first time, this is your moment to squad up, make memories, and have a blast—literally!

We’ll handle the gear—you just bring your energy and team spirit. Come ready to run, duck, dive, and laugh as you take on action-packed, team-based paintball games. Step outside your comfort zone, build real friendships, and make this summer one to remember.

Spots are limited, so sign up now to reserve your gear!

Event Details:

Who Can Come?
Adults 18+ only — invite your friends and join us for the most epic YA hangout of the summer!

What's Included:

• Entry to Gateway Paintball
• Full gear rental (mask, gun, air tank)
• 500 paintballs
• Team-based paintball games
• Water & snacks

What to Bring:

• Clothes you don’t mind getting dirty (long sleeves recommended)
• Optional: gloves for extra hand protection

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.

 Clases comienzan el 6 de agosto.  Please note: this class is only offered in Español.

5th Grade Graduation Celebration

Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 | 6:30 PM
Location: Church on the Rock - North Campus Multi-Purpose Room

We're excited for your student for this special milestone! Our 5th Grade Graduation Celebration is a fun event designed to celebrate and honor your student as they complete their season in Kids Ministry and prepare to step into the exciting journey of youth ministry.

We invite parents, guardians, and family members to join us for this celebration.

During the celebration, each student will:

• Be personally recognized and prayed over
• Be encouraged as they enter a new season of growth, faith, and community
• Enjoy a memorable time with family, friends, and future youth leaders

We are so proud of our 5th graders and look forward to celebrating all that God is doing in their lives. We can’t wait to honor your student on this special night!

Everyone Communicates, but in 2025, Connection is the Real Currency of Leadership!

Join us on Saturday, August 9, 2025 | 8am - 1pm

Whether you’re leading a team, managing clients, or making an impact in your community, the ability to connect deeply and authentically sets great communicators apart. 

**Back by demand and reimagined for even greater impact, The Art of Communication Masterclass returns with brand-new content, fresh insights, and a powerful hands-on experience that goes far beyond theory.

This isn’t a lecture—it’s a full-on activation. You’ll learn it, live it, and lead it—right there in the room. You’ll take the stage, step in front of the camera, and put what you’ve learned into immediate action, all in a supportive, growth-focused environment. 

Join Ryan Himmel, Communicator Extraordinaire, and Neal Hopson, John Maxwell Leadership Certified Speaker, as they guide you through the same strategies they’ve used to inspire global audiences and transform lives. You’ll leave equipped with real-world tools you can apply instantly—and the confidence to use them effectively.

Whether you attended last year or this is your first time, get ready for something new, immersive, and transformational. 

• Don’t just communicate—connect.
• Don’t just learn—lead.
• Don’t just take notes—take the mic. 

Reserve your spot now—this Masterclass is where your next level begins.

God Aint Finished Yet – Rock Girls Event
Friday, August 15 | Doors Open at 5PM | Event Starts at 7PM
Main Auditorium

Ladies, grab your boots and bling—this is your night to shine! Join us for Rock Girls: God Ain’t Finished Yet, a high-energy evening wrapped in western glam and filled with fun, faith, and fabulous fashion.

What to Expect:

• Spirit-led worship
• Powerful word from Guest Speaker Nina Bronner
• A Western-Themed Fashion Show & Dance
• Food available for purchase

Tickets:

• Adults: $12 in advance (until August 1)
• Children: $7 in advance (until August 1)
• All Tickets: $15 at the door
• VIP Tickets available — learn more on our registration page!

So round up your girlfriends, throw on your best cowgirl couture, and get ready for a night you won’t forget. God’s not finished with you—and this night is just the beginning!

Fall 2025 Semester:

• Start Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025
• End Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
• Recital: Monday, December 1, 2025

About the Academy:

At ACA we believe that creativity is a divine gift. It's our joy to help students discover and develop their talents—not just for a stage, but for a greater purpose. Each note played, every step taken, and every word spoken reflects our mission: to lead people to a God who is for them and help them discover His purpose for their life.

Classes Offered:

• Vocals
• Drums
• Guitar
• Piano
• Strings
• Dance

Class Details:

• Duration: Each vocal, drums, guitar, piano and strings class are 30 minutes individualized private lessons
• Hip Hop Dance class is 45 minutes and begins at 11:15am
• Schedule: Saturdays, 8am - 12pm
• Location: North Campus

Registration:

• Class scheduling is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
• A $20 registration fee is required to reserve your spot.

Learn more at cotr.org/aca

Church on the Rock is proud to welcome the Wheels in Motion Car Show to our campus on Saturday, September 6, 2025 9am-2pm!

This family-friendly event supports a great cause — all proceeds benefit the National Children's Cancer Society.

🚘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!

Ready to Connect? Join Us at Our New People Party!

If you’re new or still getting connected at Church on the Rock, let’s get to know each other over lunch at our New People Party! This event is a great opportunity to connect with fellow newcomers, learn more about our church, and enjoy delicious food and great company.

• When: Right after the 11am service on Sunday, September 21, 2025.
• Where: Dream Team Central on the Lower Level.

It’s the perfect time to ask questions, meet our friendly staff, and feel right at home in our community. Childcare is available for children ages 0-11, so you can fully enjoy the experience. Please register in advance so we can plan for food and childcare.

Baptism is your natural next action after becoming a Christ follower. Getting baptized is simply a public declaration of your faith and commitment to Jesus Christ. The act of being baptized tells those around you that the sins of your past have been washed clean and you are showing that your life is based on Jesus Christ. Baptism is on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at the start of the 11am service at the main campus.

We believe in the next generation! Dedicating your children is a public declaration you are committing to raising your children with Christian values. Our next Baby Dedication will be on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 10:15am in the main auditorium. After the ceremony, we invite you and your family and friends to join us for a reception, along with photo ops in our Dream Team Central. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate, connect, and enjoy light refreshments together.

Please register by Monday, October 6, 2025.