Upcoming events
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Dwell Conference
Discover, develop, and activate your God-given gifts at Dwell. This powerful conference is designed to equip you to walk fully in your calling by focusing on the gifts of the Spirit.
Experience inspiring teaching, impactful worship, and practical breakouts that will help you understand and use your gifts to build the Kingdom of God. Dwell in God’s presence and step confidently into your purpose.
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Serve 101
Sign-up for our Serve 101 Course where you’ll learn more about what it means to serve at Abundant Life, and start using your God-given gifts to make a difference in your world and throughout your community.
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Young Adult Event
Join us on Sunday, February 23rd (6PM-8:00PM) for a great opportunity to connect with the YA Community! We will have powerful worship, and then delve into the intricacies of relationships with a dynamic panel discussion, before enjoying fellowship, food and fun. Arrive early—doors open at 5:45 PM at the DC entrance. Join us for a night of connection, insight, and fun!
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Mom's Night Out
Let's gather for a special ALC mommies' night out, a haven for laughter, sharing, and prayer. Let's celebrate the blessings and challenges of motherhood, finding strength in our faith and each other.
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Membership 101
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.
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United Prayer
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.
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Mom's Night Out
Let's gather for a special ALC mommies' night out, a haven for laughter, sharing, and prayer. Let's celebrate the blessings and challenges of motherhood, finding strength in our faith and each other.
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YA Community Iceskating Downtown
Join us for fellowship, fun learning to ice skate, and the Cake Bar!
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Serve Teams Night
We can’t wait to kick off the year together at Serve Teams Night.
Here’s the Plan:
Food and Fellowship: 6:30 PM – Come hungry and ready to connect with your team.
Worship Together: 7:00 PM – We’ll start the year together by worshipping the Lord and positioning Him first in our lives.
Exciting Updates: Get the inside scoop on what’s new for our Serve Teams in 2025.
We’re focusing on what it means to live on mission and serve with purpose, and we’d love for you to be a part of this special night. RSVP below to let us know you’re coming.
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REKINDLE YOUR PURPOSE: LIVE2LEAD SYRACUSE
Get ready to ignite your leadership journey at the REKINDLE YOUR PURPOSE LIVE2LEAD Day of Training! 🚀 This isn’t just another event—it’s your launchpad to extraordinary growth! Dive into the energy of John Maxwell’s LIVE2LEAD.
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New Year’s Eve Service
Step into the New Year with joy and purpose at our New Year's Eve Service on December 31st. Join us for a dynamic time of worship, reflection, and an incredible message.
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Christmas at Abundant Life
Come one, come all to our festive Christmas at Abundant event on December 22nd. We'll celebrate the birth of Jesus with memorable, music, and some Christmas treats for everyone to enjoy.
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YA December Small Group
Let’s explore the Word, share our stories, and encourage one another in our walk with Christ. Dive deeper into faith, fellowship, and friendship at our upcoming YA Small Group. Come join us for an evening filled with engaging discussions, heartfelt connections, and a chance to grow together in our faith.
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Christmas Candlelight Service
Experience the beauty and wonder of the season at our Christmas Candlelight Service on December 18th. Join us for a special evening filled with worship, carols, and candlelight as we reflect on the hope and joy brought to us through Christ’s birth.
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YA Community Christmas Party
Join us on Thursday, December 5th @7pm for our YA Christmas Party! Bring cookies for the cookie exchange or just come for the games! Hope to see you there!
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Thanksgiving Communion Service
Begin the holiday season with a heart full of gratitude at our Thanksgiving Communion Service during our regularly scheduled Sunday services this year. Share in the blessing of communion as we give thanks together.
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YA Community Friendsgiving
Join us on Thursday, November 21st (7:00PM-8:30PM) for incredible food, community and conversation as we celebrate Friendsgiving together! Come enjoy turkey, ham, stuffing and all your Thanksgiving favorites while testing your wits in games of Trivia!
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Brotherhood Breakfast
Join us for the Brotherhood Breakfast at Abundant Life Church. We’ll have plenty of food, fun, and fellowship, and a special message for the men of Abundant Life from Pastor Jordan Carter. The cost is $25 per person.
✋ Registration for This Event is Closed
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STLF Girls' Night Out
Are you ready for an epic night out? Join us for our Girls’ Night Out on November 15th, where we’re going all-in with a fun Social Media theme! We’ve got games, yummy food, and our awesome Girl Chat—a chance to ask all your burning questions to a panel of super cool women who are ready to spill their wisdom on life, faith, and everything in between.
We’ll also be talking about the do’s and don’ts of social media and how to rep yourself well online, but trust us—this night is all about having fun, making friends, and hanging out with your girls!
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YA Small Group
Let’s explore the Word, share our stories, and encourage one another in our walk with Christ. Dive deeper into faith, fellowship, and friendship at our upcoming YA Small Group. Come join us for an evening filled with engaging discussions, heartfelt connections, and a chance to grow together in our faith.
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Toy Drive with David's Refuge
Join us as we partner with David’s Refuge for our Outreach Holiday Toy Drive this season! We’re excited to support their Christmas event by collecting toys that will bring joy to children in need. Starting the first Sunday of November, we will be accepting donations of toys from our congregation, with a range of suggested gift types to ensure we meet a variety of needs. The drive will run through the second to last week of November, and every contribution will help make the holidays brighter for local families.
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It’s OK That You’re Not OK | Life Change Group
Many people who have suffered a loss feel judged, dismissed, and misunderstood by a culture that wants to “solve” grief. In this small group, we will help you embrace grief and give you skills to work through it.
Details
Materials: It’s OK That You’re Not OK book and Bible.
Groups meet Oct. 27 through Dec. 1
Time: 11:00 am
Rooms: TBD
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The Art of Saying No Mastering Healthy Boundaries | Life Change Group
Does your life feel like it's out of control? Perhaps you feel like you have to say yes to everyone's requests. Maybe you find yourself readily taking responsibility for others' feelings and problems. Or maybe it's all of the above.
In this small group, we help you learn when to say yes and know how to say no in order to take control of your life and set healthy, biblical
Details
Materials: Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud and Workbook
Groups meet Oct. 27 through Dec. 1
Time: 11:00 am
Rooms: TBD
Note: Life Change Groups will run on Sundays at 11:00 am. The group size is limited.
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Pumpkin Palooza
🎃 Pumpkin Palooza is happening on Sunday, October 27 during the 9:00am and 11:30am services in Kid Life.
Bring your kids for a fun-filled Kid Life service with carnival games, a costume parade (non-scary costumes, please), and lots of excitement. Each child will go home with a goodie bag full of treats, and the event is presented by our Student Life and Junior High ministries. If the weather allows, we’ll be outside for the parade.
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YA Bonfire
In the Fall, all kinds of rivalries heat up. Join us for a night of fun sports competitions, followed by a cozy bonfire and yummy treats!
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Mom's Night Out
Let's gather for a special ALC mommies' night out, a haven for laughter, sharing, and prayer. Let's celebrate the blessings and challenges of motherhood, finding strength in our faith and each other.
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YA Small Group
Let’s explore the Word, share our stories, and encourage one another in our walk with Christ. Dive deeper into faith, fellowship, and friendship at our upcoming YA Small Group. Come join us for an evening filled with engaging discussions, heartfelt connections, and a chance to grow together in our faith.
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Blood Drive
There is a national blood shortage and we've partnered with the American Red Cross to help save lives by holding a monthly blood drive right here on campus.The American Red Cross is offering $20 Egift Cards for each Presenting Donor this month.
There are two ways to make your reservation to donate blood. You can call: 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or use the button below to sign up.
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Hurricane Helene Relief
ALC has an opportunity to partner with Convoy of Hope to bring a team to North Carolina to assist in the relief effort in the wake of Hurricane Helene.
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YA Apple Picking
Autumn is here and that means it's apple picking time! Join us as we visit Abbott's Orchard to pick apples, take a hayride, or just enjoy the Fall ambience as a community.
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Summer Outreach
Join our back-to-school event to support local families with school supplies and blessings for the new school year.
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