Starting this year, our Kids and Student Ministries will be teaching the same Bible stories and lessons at the same time.

While lessons will still be tailored to each age group, this alignment will make it easier than ever for you to engage in meaningful faith conversations as a family. Whether it’s during a car ride, around the dinner table, or before bedtime, you’ll be able to better connect with and discuss what your kids are learning.

Additionally, we’re launching our brand-new Fairhaven Parent Talks podcast! This podcast is designed to equip and empower you as parents to lead well in your home and engage with your kids and students. Each episode will:

• Provide insights into what your kids are learning.
• Celebrate the amazing ways we see God at work.
• Give you a preview of what’s coming next in our kids and students’ ministries.

Our first episode is available now, and you can find it on your favorite podcast platforms:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• YouTube

We believe this change and this new resource will help your family’s faith grow stronger and deeper together, and we can’t wait to see how God brings our families closer to Him!

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Are you seeking peace as you step into 2025? The Bible reminds us that Jesus, the Prince of Peace, offers a calm that surpasses understanding, even in life’s most uncertain moments. To help you embrace His peace daily, we’ve compiled 52 Bible verses – one for every week of the year – to encourage your heart, steady your mind, and remind you of the unshakable hope found in Him. Let’s journey together and anchor ourselves in His promises for the year ahead.

Weeks 1-13: Peace as God’s Gift

1. John 14:27 – “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
2. Philippians 4:6-7 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
3. Colossians 3:15 – “And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.”
4. Isaiah 26:3 – “You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you.”
5. Psalm 29:11 – “May the Lord give strength to his people! May the Lord bless his people with peace!”
6. 2 Thessalonians 3:16 – “Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you all.”
7. Romans 5:1 – “Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.”
8. Romans 15:13 – “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”
9. Numbers 6:24-26 – “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.”
10. Psalm 85:8 – “Let me hear what God the Lord will speak, for he will speak peace to his people, to his saints; but let them not turn back to folly.”
11. Isaiah 9:6 – “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
12. Ephesians 2:14 – “For he himself is our peace, who has made us both one and has broken down in his flesh the dividing wall of hostility.”
13. John 16:33 – “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”

Weeks 14-26: Trusting God for Peace

1. Proverbs 16:7 – “When a man’s ways please the Lord, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him.”
2. Psalm 34:14 – “Turn away from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.”
3. Isaiah 32:17 – “And the effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever.”
4. James 3:18 – “And a harvest of righteousness is sown in peace by those who make peace.”
5. Hebrews 12:14 – “Strive for peace with everyone, and for the holiness without which no one will see the Lord.”
6. Matthew 5:9 – “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.”
7. Isaiah 57:2 – “He enters into peace; they rest in their beds who walk in their uprightness.”
8. 1 Peter 3:11 – “Let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it.”
9. Psalm 37:11 – “But the meek shall inherit the land and delight themselves in abundant peace.”
10. Isaiah 48:18 – “Oh that you had paid attention to my commandments! Then your peace would have been like a river, and your righteousness like the waves of the sea.”
11. Zechariah 8:16 – “These are the things that you shall do: Speak the truth to one another; render in your gates judgments that are true and make for peace.”
12. Luke 1:79 – “To give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace.”
13. Romans 12:18 – “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.”

Weeks 27-39: Peace in Trials

1. Isaiah 54:10 – “For the mountains may depart and the hills be removed, but my steadfast love shall not depart from you, and my covenant of peace shall not be removed,” says the Lord, who has compassion on you.”
2. Psalm 119:165 – “Great peace have those who love your law; nothing can make them stumble.”
3. 2 Corinthians 13:11 – “Finally, brothers, rejoice. Aim for restoration, comfort one another, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.”
4. 1 Corinthians 14:33 – “For God is not a God of confusion but of peace. As in all the churches of the saints.”
5. Isaiah 66:12 – “For thus says the Lord: ‘Behold, I will extend peace to her like a river, and the glory of the nations like an overflowing stream.'”
6. Psalm 4:8 – “In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.”
7. Isaiah 41:10 – “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
8. Exodus 14:14 – “The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.”
9. Isaiah 40:31 – “But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.”
10. Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
11. 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.”
12. Proverbs 3:5-6 – “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.”
13. Matthew 11:28-29 – “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.”

Weeks 40-52: Eternal Peace

1. Revelation 21:4 – “He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.”
2. Revelation 22:5 – “And night will be no more. They will need no light of lamp or sun, for the Lord God will be their light, and they will reign forever and ever.”
3. Psalm 23:2-3 – “He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul.”
4. Isaiah 35:4 – “Say to those who have an anxious heart, ‘Be strong; fear not! Behold, your God will come with vengeance, with the recompense of God. He will come and save you.’”
5. Micah 5:5 – “And he shall be their peace.”
6. 1 Peter 5:7 – “Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
7. Ephesians 6:15 – “And, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.”
8. Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”
9. Lamentations 3:22-23 – “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.”
10. Titus 3:4-5 – “But when the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy.”
11. Psalm 46:10 – “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!”
12. Zephaniah 3:17 – “The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.”
13. Revelation 22:21 – “The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all. Amen.”

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Stay connected with everything happening in our Kids Ministries! Follow us on social media for updates, events, and resources designed to help your family grow together in the hope of Jesus.

• Check out our Fairhaven Kids YouTube channel for our online Kids Worship Experience, which features weekly Bible stories, songs, and games with our Kids Team.

• Follow us on Instagram at fairhavenkids.centerville for more info on upcoming events 

• Connect with others attending the Centerville Campus in the Centerville Campus Facebook Group where you cequest prayer and prayer for others, and find campus updates.

• Download the Fairhaven app for the latest information and weekly sermon notes. The “Daily” tab is a great place to start your day with Scripture, prayer, and devotional videos.

• Visit our fairhaven.church for all things Fairhaven including event registration, ministry information, and online services when you can’t join us in person.

And you can always text the word hello to the number 32000 to connect with us if you have more questions.

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It’s almost time for our annual Wonder of Christmas events! These one-of-a-kind Christmas celebrations will warm your heart and lift your spirit as we celebrate the coming of Jesus together. Be sure to invite your friends, make your plans and get your tickets!

Free tickets are required to attend each event, and they’ll be available starting Monday, December 9 at 8:00 AM. Once your plans are made, sign up to serve at another event! We’re expecting hundreds of guests this Christmas, and YOU can help make an impact in their lives by serving on one of our awesome teams.

Select your campus below.

Beavercreek Campus Centerville Campus Northmont Campus Springboro Campus Online Campus

FAQs

Are tickets required?
Yes. Ticketing allows us to monitor exactly how many people are coming to each event, avoid overcrowding our facilities and refrain from turning people away unexpectedly.

How much do tickets cost? How do I get them?
Tickets are free, and you can get them right here starting December 9 at 8:00 AM. If you need assistance, call your campus office.

What about my kids?
Childcare is available at all events for children age 6 weeks – pre-K. All children in childcare must have a childcare ticket. If your child will attend the event with you, they must have an event ticket. All tickets are available via the links above starting December 9 at 8:00 AM.

Does my ticket reserve seats for me and my group?
At our Centerville Campus, seating is reserved, and you will select the exact seats where you will sit. At all other campuses, tickets are general admission, and seating is first come, first served.

When should I arrive?
Doors open 30 minutes prior to each event. Please allow time for childcare check-in.

What if I have tickets I no longer need?
Please return them so other people can attend in your place! Use the link in your confirmation email to edit your order or call your campus office for assistance.

Can I watch online?
All of our Centerville Campus events will be broadcasted live via our Online Campus.

What if the event I want to attend is full?
Please select another event to attend, or watch online instead.

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Thank you for reserving your seats for the Wonder of Christmas! We’re excited to celebrate this special season with you and your guests. Your tickets are on their way to your email.

Seeing this page but haven’t reserved your tickets yet? Follow this link to get yours.

Need Childcare?

Childcare is available for children ages 6 weeks – pre-K. Register via the links below.

BEAVERCREEK
Tuesday, December 24 – 4:30 PM | 7:00 PM

CENTERVILLE
Monday, December 23 – 2:00 PM | 4:30 PM | 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 24 – 2:00 PM | 4:30 PM | 7:00 PM

NORTHMONT
Tuesday, December 24 – 4:30 PM | 7:00 PM

SPRINGBORO
Tuesday, December 24 – 4:30 PM | 7:00 PM

Make an impact this Christmas

Consider signing up to serve during a Wonder of Christmas service! It’s a great way to share the love of Jesus and make this event unforgettable for others.

If you attend the Beavercreek Campus, email Lisa Shafer.

If you attend the Centerville Campus, please sign up online.

If you attend the Northmont Campus, email Justen Hyland.

If you attend the Springboro Campus, email Heather Barch.

Need more information? Check out our FAQs or email us if you need further assistance. We can’t wait to celebrate with you and your loved ones! See you soon!

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When you give to Fairhaven, your generosity makes a profound impact. One of the best ways to make a Kingdom difference is by supporting the local church, and your gifts help people find hope here in the Dayton area and around the world!

Your generosity fuels ministries that transform lives – equipping children, students, and adults to follow Jesus, supporting under-resourced individuals and families in our community, and empowering our global staff to bring the Gospel to the farthest corners of the earth.

Each Sunday in December, we’re sharing a different story that highlights how your giving makes a difference. Together, let’s build a legacy of hope that extends beyond what any of us could do alone!

DECEMBER 1: Embodying the hope of Jesus

Over the past two months, we’ve explored the six timeless essentials of our vision to embrace and embody the hope of Jesus. These essentials aren’t just ideas; they’re a call to action, a roadmap for transforming lives through faith, generosity, and service. Your giving will help bring this vision to life, equipping our church to take next steps to embody hope in tangible ways that impact individuals, families, and communities.

DECEMBER 8: Empowering the next generation

We’re passionate about equipping kids, students, and residents to lead and live as Christ-followers. This year, kids across our campuses memorized over 1,000 Bible verses, writing God’s Word on their hearts. Our residents (young leaders in ministry training) are stepping into meaningful leadership roles. Across all campuses, student ministries are growing and reaching more students than ever with the love of Jesus. Your generosity ensures the next generation is ready to lead with faith and purpose.

DECEMBER 15: Love and care for others

At Fairhaven, we’re committed to being the hands and feet of Jesus, especially for people in crisis and those who do not know Him. From local initiatives like providing Christmas gifts and recovery ministries like Celebrate Recovery to global missions and disaster relief, your generosity enables us to embody Jesus’ love and care for those in need.

DECEMBER 22: Inspiring next steps

We celebrate every step people take in their faith journey, from joining a group, to deciding to follow Jesus. This year alone, over 670 people made decisions for Jesus, and 180 were baptized across all our campuses! One inspiring story is Dave Philips, who, at 84 years old, chose to be baptized as a way to witness to his family. His bold step opened the door for meaningful conversations about faith with his children and grandchildren. Your generosity makes stories like Dave’s possible, creating opportunities for people to take their next steps toward embodying Jesus.

Make your year-end gift today

Your generosity goes above and beyond, supporting our vision to share the hope of Jesus and invest in life-changing ministries that will influence generations to come. Together, let’s finish the year strong and prepare to make an even greater Kingdom impact in 2025.

Give now

Four ways to give

1. Give online: Use our convenient online giving platform
2. Give by text: Text the word “give” followed by a dollar amount to the number 32000.
3. Give by mail: Mail your check directly to your campus office.
4. Give at church: Drop your gift in a black donation box.

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This month, we will have Congregational Meetings at each of our campuses for the purpose of board elections and presenting the 2024 budget.

Beavercreek Campus
Sunday, December 22 – after the 10:30 AM service

Centerville Campus
Sunday, December 15 – after the 12:00 PM service

Northmont Campus
Sunday, December 15 – after the 10:30 AM service

Springboro Campus
Sunday, December 15 – after the 10:30 AM service

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We’re looking forward to hosting you and your guests at our “Wonder of Christmas” events, so mark your calendars and invite your family, friends, and neighbors.

Tickets will be available on our website for everyone starting Monday, December 9 at 8:00 AM.

The Wonder of Christmas is not just another event. It’s a heartwarming celebration of the coming of Jesus. From stirring music and radiant lights, to a candlelight moment and an inspiring message, it’s an experience that will uplift your spirit and point you and your guests to the true meaning of Christmas.

Beavercreek, Northmont & Springboro Campuses:
Tuesday, Dec. 24 – 4:30 PM, 7:00 PM

Centerville Campus:
Monday, Dec. 23 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 7:00 PM
Tuesday, Dec. 24 – 2:00 PM, 4:30 PM, 7:00 PM

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We’re so glad you’re here. Watch this video to get to know us, and keep scrolling to find helpful resources as you plan your visit.

About us

Our Campuses

Beavercreek Campus
Beavercreek High School
2660 Dayton Xenia Rd.
Beavercreek, OH 45434

Sundays, 10:30 AM

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Centerville Campus
637 E. Whipp Rd.
Centerville, OH 45459

MODERN: Sundays, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, 12:00 PM

CLASSIC: Sundays, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM

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Northmont Campus
5001 W. National Road
Clayton, OH 45315

Sundays, 10:30 AM

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Springboro Campus
875 W. Central Ave.
Springboro, OH 45066

Sundays, 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM

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Kids

We’re all about reaching kids and empowering families to find hope in Jesus. With fun activities and nurturing care, we help kids grow in their relationship with God. Nursery, preschool and kids programs are offered during every service.

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Students

We help middle and high schoolers find hope in Jesus and share that hope with others. We encourage students to attend services with their family and join us for events designed just for them, where they can grow in their faith.

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Adults

We offer something for almost everyone, no matter your stage of life or interests. From groups for men and women to opportunities for fun, study, and support, you’ll find ways to grow, connect, and find hope in community.

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When you arrive

Reserved parking just for you
We’ve made it easy to find a spot with “New Here” parking spaces reserved in convenient locations. Park close, come right in, and enjoy a stress-free start to your visit.

Stop by our “New Here” stations
When you arrive, find a “New Here” kiosk, where our team will be ready to welcome you. Stop by to check in, ask questions, and pick up a free gift just for visiting!

FAQs

What are your services like?
Our services begin with live, high-energy worship music, creating an uplifting atmosphere. Afterward, one of our pastors shares an encouraging, practical, Bible-based message to help you grow in your faith. Each service lasts about an hour.

What should I wear?
Wear whatever makes you feel comfortable! You’ll see people in everything from shorts and t-shirts to suits and dresses. Come as you are; there’s no dress code here.

When should I arrive?
Plan to arrive a little early to park, check in at a “New Here” station, grab a drink, and get settled in the Worship Center before the service starts. If you’re bringing kids, allow a few extra minutes to check them into Kids Ministries.

Watch online

Watching a service is a great way to see what Fairhaven is like before you visit. Every Sunday, we livestream our Centerville Campus worship services here on our website, as well as on Facebook and YouTube. You can also explore our full archive of past services anytime.

Sermon archive

First Step

Get connected at Fairhaven
After you visit, we’d love to connect with you at First Step! It’s a small group experience where you’ll learn about our vision and values and have the chance to meet others at Fairhaven.

Learn more

Contact us

Have more questions? Text the word hello to the number 32000 to connect with us. Or, feel free to reach out using our contact form, and someone will get back with you.

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Thanks for purchasing an Advent devotional kit! Advent wreaths and candles have historically been used in churches, but many Christians have also adopted this tradition as a way of commemorating Advent in their homes.

We’re excited to walk through this devotional together as a church family, and we pray it strengthens your connection with God and helps you create some meaningful moments with friends and family.

Here is a guide for using the Advent devotional kit in your home.

Devotional cards

Together, these cards are a devotional for the entire season of Advent, which starts four Sundays before Christmas. In 2024, Advent begins on Sunday, December 1.

There is one card for each day from December 1 through December 25, as well as some additional cards you can use in future years when Advent is longer. We encourage you to display the cards in their stand in a prominent place in your home, both as an addition to your decor and as a reminder to walk through the devotional each day.

We suggest setting a time to sit down and reflect on the devotional and making this part of your daily routine, and we encourage doing this together with friends or family! Read the Scripture, reflect on the devotional, and pray with one another.

Each day, move the front card to the back of the stack to reveal the next day’s card with a new theme and illustration. Do this each day until December 24, when you’ll skip to the Christmas Eve card, and then use the Christmas Day card on December 25.

WATCH VIDEO: How to use your Advent Devotional Kit

Candles

If you purchased candles with your kit, you can add to your experience by lighting the candles while you do the devotion, while you eat a meal, or at another time of your choosing.

• During week one (days 1-7), light only the first candle (farthest left).
• During week two (days 8-14), light the first and second candles (farthest left and farthest right).
• During week three, light the first, second, and third candles (see graphic below).
• During week four, light the first, second, third, and fourth candles (see graphic below).
• On Christmas Day, light all five candles!

More devotional content on the Fairhaven app

On weekdays (Monday-Friday) during Advent, our staff will share a daily video reflections in the Fairhaven app. Here’s how to find them:

1. Open the Fairhaven App
2. Tap Daily
3. Walk through the prompts
4. The video will be in the third section: Reflect on God’s Word

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