Beyond

WHAT IS BEYOND

We’re Going Further

Beyond is a bold vision for the future of Abundant Life Church. It’s focused on eliminating debt, expanding our outreach, improving discipleship tools, investing in the next generation, and strengthening our impact in Central New York and beyond. 

STARTING MARCH 9TH

Join the Journey

Over the next 21 days, we are going on a journey together as a church family. God has challenged us to prepare for a great harvest that He is sending us. He has instructed us that it is time to go beyond what we have known and step into a bold vision for our future. This devotional is designed to guide us collectively through a process of prayer and reflection, equipping us to meet this challenge. 

How to Participate

Spiritual Journey Initiatives

  • For the next 21 days, commit to reading the devotional, reading a scripture and praying.

  • Set your phone alarm for 3:20 p.m. each day for the next 21 days. At that time, stop wherever you are and pray for 2 minutes.

  • Post a positive, encouraging post or scripture each day for the next 21 days on your social media outlets.

  • Join us for prayer from 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12 and Wednesday, March 26 at ALC.

  • On Saturday, March 22 at 10 a.m. join the rest of the Abundant Life family for a special United Prayer event.

  • Commit to fasting each week during the  21-day devotional journey.

    Suggestions: Fast negative thoughts, unhealthy foods or negative words.

  • This challenge is for gamers. Commit to upgrading your online behavior and interactions for the next 21 days.

    Suggestions include:

    Fast from curse words during gameplay.

    Fast from rage/quitting during gameplay.

    Speak or post positive encouraging words during gameplay.

    Tell 1 person about Jesus each week during gameplay.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • BEYOND is a bold vision for the future of Abundant Life Church. It’s focused on eliminating debt, expanding our outreach, improving discipleship tools, investing in the next generation, and strengthening our impact in Central New York and beyond.

  • Eliminating our remaining $3 million mortgage will free up $50,000 per month that can be redirected toward ministry expansion, outreach, and discipleship initiatives. The Lord has called us to OWN THE HOUSE, and paying off this debt allows us to steward resources more effectively.

  • We are investing in youth and children’s spaces, upgrading safety systems, audio/video, and lighting, and expanding opportunities for young believers to grow in their faith. Additionally, we’re enabling online ministry to better serve youth and families beyond our physical location.

  • Abundant Life has always been deeply committed to serving our community. This initiative includes expanding food distribution efforts, outreach services, and providing resources for struggling families. We’ll also be investing in a new Outreach Center in Syracuse to meet growing needs.

  • Pray – Seek God’s direction on how you can participate.

    Serve – Get involved in ministry and outreach opportunities.

    Give – Consider how you can contribute financially to support this vision.

    Share – Help spread the word and encourage others to get involved