The New York Yankees are taking on the Toronto Blue Jays, and you’re invited!

Join the men of Abundant Life for a full day at Yankee Stadium on Saturday, September 6. We’ll leave from Abundant Life Church at 7:00 AM and head to the stadium for the 1:00 PM game. We’ll head back right after the game.

Cost: $100
Includes: Game ticket, round-trip transportation, and a meal voucher
Open to all ages
Spots are limited – sign up today!

Men’s Bible Study – Join Us Tuesdays or Thursdays!
Tuesdays at 7PM or Thursdays at 6PM (Every Other Week) • Room 131

Grow in your walk with God and build friendships that last. Whether Tuesday or Thursday works best for you, both groups offer powerful teaching, meaningful worship, and a community of men walking out their faith together. Come get equipped, encouraged, and inspired.

Men’s Bible Study – Join Us Tuesdays or Thursdays!
Tuesdays at 7PM or Thursdays at 6PM (Every Other Week) • Room 131

Grow in your walk with God and build friendships that last. Whether Tuesday or Thursday works best for you, both groups offer powerful teaching, meaningful worship, and a community of men walking out their faith together. Come get equipped, encouraged, and inspired.

Zoom every other Tuesday at 7 PM • Online

Can’t make it to our in-person gatherings because of your schedule, location, or other commitments? You don’t have to miss out on growing in your faith and connecting with other men.

Our online men’s group is designed for those who can’t attend in person but still want to be part of a strong community. Together, we’ll dive into powerful teaching, encourage one another, and walk out our faith side by side.

Sign up to get the meeting link.

Men’s Bible Study – Join Us Tuesdays or Thursdays!
Tuesdays at 7PM or Thursdays at 6PM (Every Other Week) • Room 131

Grow in your walk with God and build friendships that last. Whether Tuesday or Thursday works best for you, both groups offer powerful teaching, meaningful worship, and a community of men walking out their faith together. Come get equipped, encouraged, and inspired.

Men’s Bible Study – Join Us Tuesdays or Thursdays!
Tuesdays at 7PM or Thursdays at 6PM (Every Other Week) • Room 131

Grow in your walk with God and build friendships that last. Whether Tuesday or Thursday works best for you, both groups offer powerful teaching, meaningful worship, and a community of men walking out their faith together. Come get equipped, encouraged, and inspired.

ALC Family Back-to-School Giveaway

Date: Sunday, August 17
Location: Abundant Life Church
7000 All Nations Blvd, East Syracuse, NY 13057

• Project: Backpack & School Supply Distribution for ALC Families

• Shifts:

  • Morning: 9:00–11:30 AM

  • Afternoon: 12:00–2:30 PM

• Age Requirement: 14+ (Minors must serve with a parent/guardian)

Description:
Let’s wrap up Serve Week by blessing our own Abundant Life families! On Sunday, August 17th, we’ll be distributing backpacks and school supplies to students right here on campus. This is a simple and powerful way to show love and support as families prepare for a new school year.

Whether you choose a morning or afternoon shift, you’ll play a part in making sure every child is equipped and encouraged to start the year strong.

🎒 Smiles, backpacks, and a spirit of generosity—it’s what family is all about.

*If you’re unable to attend the kickoff rally, your Serve Week shirt and gift will be available at your serve site

Mary Nelson Back-to-School Giveaway

Date: Saturday, August 16
Time: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Location: Clary Middle School 
100 Amidon Drive Syracuse, NY 13205

• Project: School Supply & Grocery Distribution, Prayer Tent

• Focus: Supporting families with essentials and encouragement before the school year begins

• Age Requirement: 14+ (Minors must serve with a parent/guardian)

Description:
On Saturday, August 16th, we’re honored to partner with Mary Nelson for her 21st Annual Back-to-School Giveaway—an event that brings thousands together in love, support, and community. Volunteers will help distribute backpacks, school supplies, and fresh groceries, as well as serve at our prayer tent to offer hope and encouragement to families preparing for a new school year.

This is a high-energy, high-impact day of serving, where every smile, prayer, and helping hand makes a difference.

🎒 Let’s show up united, ready to bless and build up our community for the school year ahead.

*If you’re unable to attend the kickoff rally, your Serve Week shirt and gift will be available at your serve site

Ronald McDonald House Family Cookout Night

Date: Friday, August 15th
Time: 3:00 PM-8:00 PM
Location: Ronald McDonald House
1100 E Genesee St, Syracuse, NY 13210

• Project: Prepare and Serve Lunch

• Focus: Supporting families of hospitalized children

• Age Requirement: 18+

Description:
Join us Friday evening at 3:00 PM for a special cookout-style dinner. We’ll serve up good food in a relaxed setting where families can unwind and connect. It’s more than just dinner—it’s an opportunity to create community, encouragement, and joy.

🔥 Whether you're behind the grill or greeting families, your presence will make a lasting impact.

*If you’re unable to attend the kickoff rally, your Serve Week shirt and gift will be available at your serve site

Ronald McDonald House Lunch Service

Date: Friday, August 15
Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Ronald McDonald House
1100 E Genesee St, Syracuse, NY 13210

• Project: Prepare and Serve Lunch

• Focus: Supporting families of hospitalized children

• Age Requirement: 18+

Description:
Join us Friday, August 15th at 10:00 AM to serve lunch to families staying at the Ronald McDonald House while their children receive medical care. Your time and hospitality can bring comfort and a moment of peace to people navigating incredibly difficult circumstances.

🍴 Let’s offer a warm meal and a reminder that they are not alone.

*If you’re unable to attend the kickoff rally, your Serve Week shirt and gift will be available at your serve site

Ronald McDonald House Lunch Service

Date: Thursday, August 14
Time: 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
Location: Ronald McDonald House
1100 E Genesee St, Syracuse, NY 13210

• Project: Prepare and Serve Lunch

• Focus: Supporting families of hospitalized children

• Age Requirement: 18+

Description:
On Thursday, August 14th, we’ll be serving at the Ronald McDonald House by preparing and sharing a warm lunch with families who are walking through incredibly difficult seasons. A home-cooked meal might seem simple—but in this setting, it can bring comfort, care, and a sense of community.

Join us from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at 1100 E Genesee St to offer love and hospitality to those who need it most.

🍽️ Come ready to cook, serve, and share a moment of grace and encouragement.

*If you’re unable to attend the kickoff rally, your Serve Week shirt and gift will be available at your serve site

Join us on campus as we seek the heart of God for the month, as we pray for our nation, the congregation, and for one another.

In My Father’s Kitchen Cleanup & Refresh

Date: Wednesday, August 13
Time: 5:30–9:00 PM
Location: In My Father’s Kitchen
501 Hawley Ave, Syracuse, NY 13203

• Project: Exterior Building Painting

• Focus: Supporting a key nonprofit serving people facing homelessness

• Age Requirement: 14+ (Minors must serve with a parent/guardian)

Description:
On Wednesday evening, August 13th, we’re heading back to serve alongside John Tumino and the team at In My Father’s Kitchen. We’ll be painting the exterior of their building, doing some light landscaping, and possibly helping with neighborhood clean-up—all to bless a ministry that’s making a real difference for people experiencing homelessness in our city.

If you love working with your hands and want to be part of something deeply impactful, this is a perfect midweek opportunity to serve with purpose.

🎨 Come ready to paint, refresh, and bring hope to a space that brings healing.

*If you’re unable to attend the kickoff rally, your Serve Week shirt and gift will be available at your serve site

Zoom every other Tuesday at 7 PM • Online

Can’t make it to our in-person gatherings because of your schedule, location, or other commitments? You don’t have to miss out on growing in your faith and connecting with other men.

Our online men’s group is designed for those who can’t attend in person but still want to be part of a strong community. Together, we’ll dive into powerful teaching, encourage one another, and walk out our faith side by side.

Sign up to get the meeting link.

Franklin Elementary Garden Restoration

Date: Tuesday, August 12
Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm
Location: Franklin Elementary School
428 S Alvord St, Syracuse, NY 13208

• Project: Memorial Garden Refresh

• Focus: Honoring fallen students through garden restoration

• Age Requirement: 14+ (Minors must serve with a parent/guardian)

Description:
Join us Tuesday, August 12th as we serve the students, staff, and families of Franklin Elementary by restoring their Remembrance Garden—a space created to honor students who have passed. We’ll be refreshing the garden to make it a peaceful, low-maintenance spot the community can continue to cherish.

Volunteers will help remove overgrowth, lay down landscape fabric and weed prevention, mulch the area, and add new plantings. No gardening experience is required—just a willing heart and hands ready to serve.

🌿 Let’s create a place of beauty and remembrance together.

*If you’re unable to attend the kickoff rally, your Serve Week shirt and gift will be available at your serve site

Vision Center Refresh

Date: Monday, August 11
Time: 5:30–8:00 PM
Location: Vision Center
1221 S Salina St, Syracuse, NY 13202

• Project: Exterior Cleaning

• Focus: Refreshing space for youth job-readiness programs

• Age Requirement: Family-friendly (minors must serve with a parent/guardian)

Description:
Start your week with purpose by serving with Mercy Works on Monday evening, August 11th. We’ll be meeting at the Vision Center to help clean and refresh the exterior of the building—preparing the space for students in their job-readiness and leadership programs. Mercy Works empowers youth through opportunity and service, and your efforts will help ensure their space is welcoming and ready for the work ahead.

🧼 This is a hands-on project with a big impact—perfect for anyone ready to roll up their sleeves and serve with heart.

*If you’re unable to attend the kickoff rally, your Serve Week shirt and gift will be available at your serve site

Join us on Sunday, August 10th (2PM-4:00PM) for a great opportunity to connect with the YA Community. Join us for an afternoon of food, fellowship, family and fun. We will meet at the Clark Reservation Pavilion and take advantage of all the park has to offer. Feel free to bring your kids! We will have Dave's Hot Chicken and other picnic foods. There are hiking trails, a great playground and plenty of space to strike up some yard games.

The event is free, but there is a $5 fee to park.

See you there!

Restore CNY Family Fun Day

Location: A A Cole Elementary School
1683 NY-49, Constantia, NY 13044

• Project: Family Fun Day

• Focus: Bike giveaway, games, bounce houses, and ice cream

• Age Requirement: Family-friendly (minors must serve with a parent/guardian)

Description:
On Saturday, August 9th, we’re bringing joy to families in Central Square with a Family Fun Day at The North Country Hub! From bounce houses and bike giveaways to classic games and an ice cream truck, this is a day packed with fun and connection. Whether you're amazing with kids, handy with bikes, or simply want to serve with a smile, your presence will help create lasting memories and build bridges with the community.

🗓️ Join us on Saturday, August 9th at 8:30 AM at Abundant Life for check-in, then head out with your team to Central Square.

*If you’re unable to attend the kickoff rally, your Serve Week shirt and gift will be available at your serve site

Thrive City Pantry & Interior Refresh

Location: Thrive City Church
300 Valley Dr, Syracuse, NY 13207

• Project: Pantry Build & Campus Prep

• Focus: Supporting New American food access and prepping campus spaces

• Age Requirement: 14+ (Minors must serve with a parent/guardian)

Description:
At Thrive City Church, we’ll be transforming the Rectory Building to better serve the community. Volunteers will help set up a pantry, refresh indoor spaces, and enhance the kitchen. Outdoors, we’ll landscape the property and participate in a neighborhood clean-up. This is a family-friendly project where your hands-on service will help create a welcoming space for the community to thrive.

🗓️ Join us on Saturday, August 9th at 8:30 AM for the kickoff at Abundant Life, then head to Thrive City with your team!

*If you’re unable to attend the kickoff rally, your Serve Week shirt and gift will be available at your serve site

Believer's Chapel Playground & Campus Refresh

Location: Believers Chapel
7912 Thompson Rd, Cicero, NY 13039

• Project: Campus Development

• Focus: Landscaping, brush cleanup, pressure washing, and kids’ room organization

• Age Requirement: Family-friendly (minors must serve with a parent/guardian)

Description:
Join us as we partner with Believers Chapel to enhance and care for their campus. Volunteers will help with landscaping, brush removal, pressure washing the building and courtyard, and organizing kids’ ministry spaces. We'll also make light repairs around the playground and building. If you have skills in masonry or experience with equipment like a wood chipper, your help will be especially valuable—though no experience is required to serve!

🗓️ Join us on Saturday, August 9th at 8:30 AM at Abundant Life for check-in, then head out with your team to Believers Chapel.

*If you’re unable to attend the kickoff rally, your Serve Week shirt and gift will be available at your serve site

Serve Week 2025 Kickoff Rally

📍 Location: Abundant Life Church
7000 All Nations Blvd, East Syracuse, NY 13057
🗓️ Date: Saturday, August 9
🕣 Start Time: 8:30 AM

Let’s kick off Serve Week 2025—together!

Whether you’re serving on a project that day or volunteering later in the week, this rally is for everyone signed up for Serve Week. It’s our moment to gather as one church family, get equipped, and set our hearts on the mission ahead.

Come ready to connect, be encouraged, and start the week with purpose!

Morning Schedule

• 8:30 AM – Volunteer Check-In
  Enjoy coffee and breakfast, grab your Serve Week gear, and meet your team.

• 9:15 AM – Morning Rally
  We’ll cast vision, pray over the week, and hear a special word of encouragement.

• 9:45 AM – Launch
  Volunteers assigned to Saturday serve projects will head out with their teams.
  All other participants are free to go, fully equipped and inspired for the week ahead.

What You'll Receive at Check-In

To help you be ready and equipped for the week, all volunteers will receive:

• A Serve Week T-shirt

• A gift

• And most importantly—a chance to be part of a special prayer covering over our community as we step out in faith and love.

💛 Whether you're serving one day or all week long, your role matters. Come be part of something bigger, and let’s launch Serve Week with unity, joy, and expectancy.

Men’s Bible Study – Join Us Tuesdays or Thursdays!
Tuesdays at 7PM or Thursdays at 6PM (Every Other Week) • Room 131

Grow in your walk with God and build friendships that last. Whether Tuesday or Thursday works best for you, both groups offer powerful teaching, meaningful worship, and a community of men walking out their faith together. Come get equipped, encouraged, and inspired.

Men’s Bible Study – Join Us Tuesdays or Thursdays!
Tuesdays at 7PM or Thursdays at 6PM (Every Other Week) • Room 131

Grow in your walk with God and build friendships that last. Whether Tuesday or Thursday works best for you, both groups offer powerful teaching, meaningful worship, and a community of men walking out their faith together. Come get equipped, encouraged, and inspired.

Sign-up for our next Membership 101 event and learn more about what it means to be a member of Abundant Life.

The day you asked Christ to be your Savior, you became a part of a great family of believers. We have an encouraging and supportive family at Abundant Life. And whether it’s your first time or you’ve been coming here for a while, we’d love to get you plugged into our family, and the way we do that is through Membership.