Pastor Appreciation Sunday
Pastor Appreciation Day is a special time to honor and thank the spiritual leaders who faithfully serve and shepherd our church family. Scripture reminds us that appreciating and honoring our pastors is a biblical concept—“Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in preaching and teaching” (1 Timothy 5:17).
This year we will celebrate Pastors Doug & Angela’s 10 years of ministry at VFC on October 12th! We are so grateful for their leadership and heart for people.
We will also be honoring Pastors Ethan & Mikayla on October 26th for their ministry at VFC.
Our church board will be accepting personal cards, letters of appreciation, love offerings, and gift cards prior to October 12th and 26th. Please bring all gifts to a board member: Gary Windhorst, John Carrano, or Tammy Kilpatrick.
Pumpkin Patch
Fall fun is right around the corner! VFC’s Pumpkin Patch will be open from October 8th to 31st daily—right here at Valparaiso First Church at 571 Valparaiso Parkway. We will have an incredible variety of pumpkins in all shapes, sizes, and colors—starting at just $1! Whether you’re carving, decorating, baking, or just embracing the season, you’ll find the perfect pumpkin here.
It’s more than just a pumpkin patch—it’s a place to make memories. Bring your family and friends to enjoy fun activities for all ages, soak in the fall atmosphere, and snap some photos in our picture-perfect settings.
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri: 11 AM – 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM
Sunday: 1 PM – 6 PM
Family Day at the Pumpkin Patch
Family Day at the Pumpkin Patch
Valparaiso First Church
Saturday, October 18th
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Fall is the perfect time to gather with friends and family—and VFC’s Family Day at the Pumpkin Patch is the place to be! Come enjoy a FREE day of fun for all ages, including: Bounce houses, Free popcorn & cotton candy, Pumpkin picking, Picture-perfect photo ops (great for Christmas cards!), Food trucks: That’s James Ice Cream & The Local’s Rollin Eatery, And new this year: Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck with cozy fall drinks!
Whether you're hunting for the perfect pumpkin, snapping family photos, or just soaking in the fall vibes—this day is for YOU!
Flannel Sunday
Get ready for a cozy and heartfelt Thanksgiving celebration! Join us at VFC on Sunday, November 23rd at 10:30 AM for a morning of fellowship, worship, and God’s Word. Wear your favorite flannel and be part of this special, festive gathering—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Live Nativity
Celebrate the True Meaning of Christmas!
Experience the Christmas Story come to life with live actors, adorable animals, and a fun hayride. Make lasting family memories while enjoying free hot chocolate, delicious cookies, and the joy of Christmas unfolding before your eyes. After the hayride, stop by our craft tent for creative fun for the kids or spend time with our sweet bunnies.
Dates: December 12th, 13th & 14th
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: 571 Valparaiso Pkwy
We can’t wait to share the heart of the Christmas story with you—don’t miss this special tradition!
Ugly Sweater Sunday
Ugly Christmas Sweater Sunday at VFC!
Get ready to rock your ugliest Christmas sweater and join us for a festive morning of fun and worship!
Sunday, December 21st
10:30 AM
Valparaiso First Church
Come ready to celebrate the season together and most of all worship our savior together—there’ll be joyful worship, lots of laughs, and maybe even a sweet treat after service!