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August 31, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
A Few of My Favorite Things Heading in to Fall
I thought I would do something just for fun today! I love reading articles about what everyone else’s current favorite things are, so here is mine! First up, we all know I am a planner girly. I absolutely love them and usually change them out a few times a year. Right now, I am pretty set on the Full Focus planner. It is a quarterly planner that has goals, monthly set ups, weekly set ups, weekly reviews and two pages per day. I’m also able to use it as a journal. It is so helpful for everything I have going on right now. The only downside is that it is not pre-dated and you have to set it up. However, I enjoy doing it so it really isn’t a downside for me. Next up is my fall bag. I had my heart set on an oxblood colored bag in a satchel style. I fell in love with a Patricia Nash one that isn’t made anymore and finally found one on Poshmark. The color and style is gorgeous and I have always loved the inside of Patricia Nash Bags. Perfect for Fall!! I don’t use a lot of candles because of allergies, asthma and migraines. So, I diffuse a lot of essential oils. This is my favorite one for fall! It is Simplified by Young Living, the Warm Pumpkin Spice. I need to order some so I had to use a stock photo. When I am in the mood for a candle I use Root candles. They are made with beeswax and essential oils and they have a pumpkin spice one that smells lovely as well! Lastly, I know, I know.. but it is what it is; I love pumpkin spice creamer and my favorite is Chobani! Ok, What are a few of your favorite things?
August 26, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Collective Sisterhood Social
Ladies (16 & up), You’re invited to register for a Sisterhood Social at Collective on Sunday, September 27th at 5pm!
This will be an evening all about slowing down, enjoying some great food, connecting with other women, and simply spending time together. We’ll have charcuterie, plenty of conversation, lots of laughter, and a little encouragement for your heart. Our hope is that you leave feeling refreshed, encouraged, and a little more connected to the women of Collective. -Pastor Toni Camp Register at www.mycollectivechurch.com/events
August 11, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
"Who Are You Listening To?"
My devotion today was out of this passage of scripture: “Blessed is the one who does not walk in step with the wicked or stand in the way that sinners take, or sit in the company of mockers but whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who mediates on his law day and night. This person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither - whatever they do prospers.” - Psalms 1:1-3 For me today, this passage made me think about where I get counsel and advice from.I think we underestimate how easily we can be influenced. It matters more than we think who is in our inner circle that we trust to give us direction or feedback. Even what we think of as harmless venting can open the door to seeds of bad counsel. I think this is extremely important in leadership. When you have the responsibility of leading others, you better be sure that not only are you yourself meditating and delighting in the Word of God but those you receive counsel from are as well. Is the person you are listening to like a tree planted by streams of water? Are they yielding fruit? Is whatever they are doing prospering? If not, maybe it isn’t a good idea to let them speak into your life. You can be friends, co-workers but should they be of counsel? This doesn’t go only for leadership.. but for me, it is also as a wife and when I was raising a family, as a mom as well. Are you receiving Godly advice from someone who has been there and tried to do it God’s way; or are you letting someone who has a negative view of marriage and family give you advice? Are you telling all of your business to someone who isn’t raising their family on Christ centered values? Are they life-giving or draining. Godly counsel doesn’t always tell us what we want to hear. They don’t always agree with us or validate our frustration. Most of the time, the wisest person in our circle will challenge us to look at scripture or remind us to check our own heart. There have been more times than I count of when I wanted someone to agree with me but what I needed was someone to point me back to God. I need people in my life who help me stay planted not just tell me what I want to hear. Just some thoughts to ponder today. I believe when you are aligned with the Word and with an inner circle that is wise and meditates on the Word of God it will make you feel fruitful, productive, nourished, stable and at peace even when things don’t go the way you think they should. Who are you giving permission to speak into your life and are they helping you stay planted?
July 30, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
This Sunday in cKidz
Join us this Sunday as we kick off Lesson 2: Highlighting the Great Commandment! We’ll be learning how God calls us to love Him and love others. We can’t wait to see everyone this Sunday!
July 28, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
This Week in cKidz
Hey families! This week in cKidz we kicked off our back-to-school series where we’re using school supplies to help kids understand what it means to follow Jesus. First up? Backpacks! We talked about how life can feel heavy sometimes – just like an overloaded backpack! But we don’t have to carry everything alone. In Galatians 6:2, we learned that when life gets too heavy, we can turn to others for help. We had great conversations about how God designed us to help and encourage one another. Ask your child: “What’s something heavy (hard or stressful) you talked about this week? Who’s someone you can help carry a burden for?” Let’s keep cheering each other on! - Pastor Toni
July 20, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
This Week in cKidz
Hi parents! We wrapped up our Sink or Swim series this week by focusing on the most important choice we can ever make. We read the story in Mark 5 about the woman who had been sick for many years. She chose to trust Jesus, believing that He could heal her, and He did! Bottom Line: Trusting in Jesus is the most important choice. Kids learned that while we make lots of choices every day, choosing to trust and follow Jesus is the one that matters most. Try this at home: Ask your child, “What does it look like to trust Jesus in your everyday life?” This can open up a really meaningful conversation. Thanks for letting us partner with you in helping your kids grow in faith! - Pastor Toni
June 29, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
This Week in cKidz
Hi parents! This week in cKidz, we kicked off our new series, Sink or Swim, where kids are learning that their choices matter and that God gives us wisdom to swim strong. We looked at the story of King Solomon in 1 Kings 3 and 4. When God gave Solomon the chance to ask for anything, he chose wisdom, and God was pleased with that choice! Bottom Line: God is the one who gives true wisdom. We talked about how wisdom isn’t just being smart – it’s knowing what’s right and choosing it. And the best part? God loves to give us wisdom when we ask. Try this at home: Ask your child, “What’s one situation where you might need God’s wisdom this week?” Then pray together and ask God to help! See you next time! -Toni Camp Children’s Pastor, cKidz
September 9, 2026 •
Collective Students Movie Night
July 29, 2026 •
Collective Students Tacos & Bowling Outing
September 22, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
This Week in cKidz
Hi parents, This week in cKidz, we kicked off a brand-new series all about shining bright with God’s love! We learned that God created light, and God is light. The kids learned that God’s light has always shined and is still shining today! Jesus is the Light of the World, and His light shines wherever He goes! 🌎💛 This coming week, we’re learning how we can follow Jesus and let His light shine through us! Ask your kids: What’s one way we can remember that God’s light is always with us? Keep shining,- Chloe Eskew
September 1, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
This Week in cKidz
Hi parents! This week in cKidz, we continued our Old Testament all-stars series with the incredible story of Joseph. Kids looked at Genesis 50:19-21 and learned how Joseph chose to do the right thing even when everything around him seemed to be falling apart. We reminded kids that obedience isn’t always easy, but God honors our choices to follow Him, especially in tough moments. Joseph’s story helped us see how God can use even the hardest situations for something good. Ask at home: “Can you tell me about a time you chose to do the right thing even when it was hard?” Grateful to be on this journey with your family! - Chloe Eskew
August 27, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
cKidz Prayer Mailbox
We’re so excited to introduce our Prayer Mailbox! cKidz can drop their prayer requests in the mailbox, and we will pray over each and every request. We want our kids to know that no prayer is too big, too small, or too silly to bring to God. Let’s teach our kids that God hears them, God loves them, and they can talk to Him about anything!
August 25, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Something New & Exciting in cKidz
We’re starting something FUN in cKidz! Kids can earn a punch on their card when they bring their Bible, remember their memory verse, show kindness, clean up, and respect their teachers. Parents, help us remind your kids to come prepared, make good choices, and have fun learning about Jesus! We can’t wait to see everyone’s punch cards fill up!
August 24, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
This Week in cKidz
Hi parents! This week in cKidz we kicked off our new series all about Old Testament all-stars. Kids got to meet Noah, a true Hall of Famer when it comes to faith! We focused on Hebrews 11:7 and talked about how Noah trusted what God said even when it didn’t make sense. Kids learned that following God sometimes means trusting Him even when the situation looks confusing. We encouraged them to look for ways they can believe God’s truth in their everyday lives. Ask at home: “What’s one example of believing what God says even when you can’t see how it will work?” Thanks for letting us partner with you to help your kids grow in faith! - Chloe Eskew
August 20, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
cKidz newsletter
Check out this month’s cKidz newsletter for an important reminder and our memory verse for this series! 💙📖✨
August 20, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
cKidz All-Stars
ALL-STARS - Week 1! We are kicking off our new All Stars series with Noah! This week, we’re learning what it means to have an all-star faith - believing what God says over what we can see. We cannot wait to see what God teaches our cKidz through this series!
August 18, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
This week in cKidz
Hi parents! This week in cKidz, we talked about erasers – and how Jesus does something way better than erasing pencil marks! In Psalm 51:1-2, we learned that Jesus erases our sins completely when we ask for His forgiveness. He gives us a clean heart and helps us live the way God wants us to. The kids were amazed to hear that no mistake is too big for Jesus to erase! Bottom Line: Jesus erases our sins and enables us to live righteous lives! Ask your child: “What does it feel like to have your sins forgiven? Why do you think it’s important to ask Jesus for a clean heart?” We’re celebrating clean slates and second chances – thank you, Jesus! - Chloe Eskew
August 12, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Back To School- Lesson 4
Back to School- Lesson 4! This week, we’re learning about erasing sin! We’re so excited to see our cKidz this Sunday as we learn that Jesus forgives us, makes us new, and helps us choose what is right!
August 11, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
This Week in cKidz
Hey families! This week, we got out the pencil sharpener – not just to sharpen pencils, but to talk about how God’s people sharpen each other! We read Proverbs 27:17, which says, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” We talked about how friends can help us grow stronger in our faith by encouraging us, challenging us, and pointing us toward Jesus. Bottom Line: God’s people sharpen each other! Ask your child: “Who’s a friend that helps you make wise choices? What’s one way you can sharpen someone else this week?” We’re thankful for a community of kids growing together! - Chloe Eskew
August 3, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
This Week in cKidz
Hey parents! This week in cKidz, we pulled out our highlighters and focused on something super important – God’s greatest commandment! In Matthew 22:37-39, Jesus reminds us that the most important thing we can do is love God and love others. That’s something we definitely want our kids to highlight (and live out!) every day at home, school, and everywhere they go. Bottom Line: God’s greatest commandment is that we love God and others! Try this at home: • Ask your child: “Who is someone you can show God’s love to this week?” • Practice saying the Great Commandment together – it’s a great verse to memorize! Thanks for helping your child shine bright!
August 3, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
Church Work Day- August 22nd
We are having a campus-wide work day on Saturday, August 22nd! Register to volunteer with us at mycollectivechurch.com/events!
Eric Camp
Senior Pastor
August 27, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
The Truth About Collective
Collective isn't perfect. We’re full of messy people. Our volunteers, staff members, and leaders don’t have it all together. The people who attend Collective? They could be: drunks, addicts, adulterers, liars, gossipers, gluttons, abusers, selfish, jealous, and divisive – and worse. But we wouldn’t have it any other way. Why We Want To Be A Messy Church: We want to be a messy church because we want to be like Jesus, who went to the messy people. Jesus cares so much about imperfect people that He left heaven and came to earth (1 Timothy 1:15). Jesus spent time with the needy, flawed, and diseased. He didn’t isolate Himself from common, everyday people who realized they needed a change in their lives. The same way a doctor is moved to heal the sick, Jesus came to earth to heal the imperfect (Matthew 9:10-13). Church isn’t a place of perfection, but of progress. A Church For Sinners The Church cannot be concerned with maintaining an image of perfection if we want to obey Jesus. Jesus has never been afraid to embrace the controversy of associating with the wrong crowd. The Church is for imperfect people. It exists to help imperfect people meet Jesus and follow Him step by step. Our imperfections are not projects to fix, but opportunities to see a miracle. Each of us has a story about how Jesus met us in our mess and has been changing us from the inside out. We can’t fix each other, but we can support, correct, and encourage each other. Jesus removes our sins and we learn to live in the freedom He’s given us by His death on a cross and resurrection from an empty tomb (Romans 6:6-8). For any church (or person) to claim perfection would be a scandal. Church isn’t a place of perfection, but of progress. We make progress when we listen to Jesus and do what He says (Philippians 3:13-14). Once we’ve met Jesus, our lives never stay the same. We were stuck in our imperfection, but God doesn’t leave us there. When we come to Jesus admitting we’re flawed and struggling with sin, He forgives us and takes over our lives so we learn to do life His way. God’s mercy covers all our mistakes (Isaiah 55:6-7). As we take our next steps in our walk with Jesus, people notice. The closer we follow Jesus’ example, the more we will attract people far from God. No one is too controversial or scandal-ridden for God’s grace. If you’re looking for a safe, perfect church, sorry. We’re not it. We’re a work in progress but God isn’t done with us. We’ve got a lot of flaws, but He’s got even more patience. However, if you’re looking for a church full of imperfect people who struggle, but take one step at a time with Jesus, you’ve found the right place. The Truth is, we are all on a journey. A journey to discover true life. A journey to make a difference. A journey for change... We’re glad you are here. If committing to Collective is your next step, show up Sunday before 10:00am, grab a coffee at Collective Cafe and find a place in the auditorium. We are looking forward to the journey!
March 24, 2026 • 1 Minute Read
"It's Just Collective"
For the past couple of years, we have been working on becoming more than just church at Collective. Yes, we are a church, but we are much more and are aspiring to be even more for our community. First of all, the facilities are the meeting place for the Collective family and for community and regional folks who are looking for a place of connection and belonging throughout the week. We have a coffee shop / cafe in our main lobby area where we envision small groups gathering, students studying and hanging out, or folks just meeting up for business discussions or just catching up over a cup of coffee or tea. Our vision for the future includes facility expansion for more lobby and commons space, playground and recreation expansion for our community and for our littles at Collective and to become more of a “hub” or gathering place for people at times other than just Sunday or Wednesday evening. The definition of “Collective” is: a group of entities that share or are motivated by at least one common issue or interest or work together to achieve a common objective. We are Collective. Welcome.
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