

Guided by John 15:11-15 (MSG), this event emphasized the joy and love of being a friend modeled after Christ’s teachings: “This is my command: Love one another as I have loved you. There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”
Themed around #friendCHIPgoals, this event promoted intentional friendship through four weekly focuses leading up to Friends Day:
• C - Challenging Friends
• H - Helpful Friends
• I - Impacting Friends
• P - Praying Friends
Each week featured targeted outreach and activities to encourage deeper connections, culminating in a joyful gathering to celebrate friendship.
Weekly Themes and Outreach
Week 1: Challenging Friends – Encouraging honesty and inviting colleagues or classmates.
Week 2: Helpful Friends – Supporting and inviting family members.
Week 3: Impacting Friends – Honoring Civil Service professionals (firefighters, police officers, etc.) during UPCI Appreciation Sunday.
Week 4: Praying Friends – Extending invitations to neighbors, fostering prayer and community unity.
Friends Day Celebration
A single 10 AM worship service featured live music, heartfelt worship, and an inspiring message.
The event continued with a fellowship, offering treats from local food trucks, games like volleyball and basketball, and an open worship stage with live music.
Attendees and their friends received special gifts as tokens of appreciation.
Creative Marketing and Branding
Vibrant, retro-inspired graphics tied the event together, using bold colors and nostalgic computer-themed visuals.
Promotional materials included weekly themed graphics, social media posts, and videos introducing each CHIP goal.
A detailed informational booklet helped attendees stay engaged, while civil service invites honored their commitment.
Friends Day 2023 was a celebration of friendship that inspired participants to grow in faith, love, and joy, building bonds that will last a lifetime. #friendCHIPgoals