facADULT General Ministries
PLANTED
Hey, Gen-X and Millennials! Do you wonder how to make friends at our age (25-55)? Do you long for stronger relationships in the church? Do you want to reach your neighbors or get involved in community ministry? Do you want to live life together? Do you want to get connected to others at First Alliance Church? Let’s start by reading the Bible together and see where God leads us! Join us on Sunday mornings in the gym during the 9:30am service to explore His word together, discuss questions we have, learn how to be planted in His truths, and drink delicious coffee (of course). We welcome your children of any age. We don’t have childcare at the moment, but we’re praying for it in the future!
If you have questions, contact Rachel Myers @ rmyers@facerie.org
facADULT Care Ministries
DIVORCE CARE
First Alliance Church sponsors unique and vital support programs specifically designed for an ever-growing segment of our population that is often overlooked. These programs are nationally renowned, biblically based, non-denominational, and have helped over a million people worldwide. Click here to learn more.
PURE DESIRE GROUPS
Pure Desire Ministries knows you want to be sexually healthy. In order to do this, you need healing from the effects of unwanted sexual behavior and betrayal trauma. The problem is you are stuck in a pattern which makes you feel powerless. At First Alliance Church, we offer groups and courses throughout the year to help. Whether you are a man or woman, our Conquer and Sexual Integrity classes rotate to help you learn more and get started on a healing journey. Specifically for men, our 7 Pillars group is a long-term group that goes through Pure Desire’s 7 Pillars of Freedom curriculum. We meet weekly and grow in our transparency and vulnerability as we support other men on our healing journey. If you need any information or have questions, contact Chenny Langness at cnlangness@gmail.com.
ANNA’S SISTERS
First Alliance Church has a community for widows, Anna's Sisters. It is a ministry of encouragement, comfort, and empathy for women who are going through the difficult time following the death of their husband. We want to come alongside those who have recently become widows as well as those who have been widows for many years.
We are a community of vibrant, active women with a common bond who support, love, and encourage one another and welcome widows of all ages.
Anna's Sisters meets the third Friday of every month at noon in the Fireside Room at FAC. For more information contact Judy Inman at JL21@gmail.com or Debbie Horton at djhorton01@yahoo.com .
GRIEF SHARE
First Alliance Church offers support and encouragement for your grief journey. GriefShare is a network of 15,000+ churches worldwide equipped to offer grief support groups. The program is nondenominational and features biblical concepts for healing from your grief. For more information about the days and times of meetings contact Greg Paulding at Pauldingassoc@aol.com or Lynda Paulding at Lyn1787@aol.com.
UNDER HIS WINGS
First Alliance Church has a support group for women with chronic health issues, those who are caregivers, and women who have had or are currently navigating cancer.
Our purpose is to come alongside and provide a safe environment to openly share your feelings without reproach and look to Christ as our living hope.
Under His Wings meets on the third Thursday of January, April, July, and October at noon in The Fireside Room at FAC. Each meeting will provide scripturally-based encouragement. We are also available for one-on-one meetings.
For more information contact Joan Giles at joan1719@gmail.com or Gini Schlosser at JCSchlosser@yahoo.com.
facMEN
Our men’s ministry is here to equip and encourage you to love God and others well by living a life of honor, truth, and grace. Through men’s Bible study, mentoring, and authentic community with others, the men of First Alliance Church are challenged to grow in relationship with Christ and pursue godly manhood. Whether in Bible studies, Christian men’s retreats, or other opportunities for connection and growth, you’ll connect with Christian men across the Erie area and uncover God’s purpose over your life and be empowered to shape your home, workplace, and community as a follower of Jesus. Check out these resources to strengthen your faith, and if you need anything, please contact Wes Palmer at wbpalmer8@gmail.com
BIBLE STUDIES
Through classes, the men of FAC gather to go deep into God’s Word as we seek to know him, love him, and lead others to him. Bible studies typically meet on Saturday mornings from January–May and September–November.
RETREAT
Each year, men across FAC experience a Christian men’s retreat—a weekend full of camaraderie, (mostly) friendly competition, and opportunities to worship God in community with our brothers—at Miracle Mountain Ranch.
BREAKFASTS
Men’s Breakfast is an opportunity for men to connect with one another and build friendships. Men shouldn’t do life alone! So come out, bring a friend, and get connected! The men here at FAC encourage and strengthen one another, and the breakfasts are a healthy place of connection and sharing.
Our remaining 2025 breakfasts are scheduled for:
June 14th
October 11th
BASKETBALL
Guys, lace up your sneakers, buy some extra Bengay, and join us as we hit the "hardwood" for basketball action! We will have open gym Tuesday nights (6:00–8:00pm) for guys interested in playing pickup games. Basketball typically runs January–April and September–October.
FANTASY FOOTBALL
It's game time! Join the league and bring your projections, stats, cheat sheets, and sleepers to make your picks! And if it’s your first time and you just want to try it out for fun, come on out! You don’t have to be a seasoned veteran. facMEN host a LIVE draft party in August and a post-season pizza party in January. Fantasy Football is open to men, women, and youth.
ADDITIONAL EVENTS
ERIE SEAWOLVES: The SeaWolves are the Double-A Affiliate of the Detroit Tigers. facMEN sponsor a “Day at the Park” for men from FAC and their families. Bring your family for a fun-filled baseball game, watching MLB prospects for the Detroit Tigers. Group rate tickets are available for these events.
ERIE OTTERS: The Erie Otters are a Major junior ice hockey team. They are members of the Ontario Hockey League (OHL), one of only three American teams in the circuit. facMEN sponsor a “Night at the Otters” for men from FAC and their families. Bring your family for an action-packed night of hockey. Group rate tickets are available for these events.
facWOMEN
The facWOMEN ministry provides opportunities to strengthen your relationship with Jesus through Bible studies, small groups, and annual events for women. Here are some of the ways to connect right now:
THE MomCo
Dates: 2nd and 4th Thursdays, September 2024–May 2025
Time: 9:30am
Place: in room E215
Cost: $37 MomCo membership fee and $50 FAC fee
READY TO STOP MOMMING ALONE? You’re invited! We’re convinced that moms are some of the most powerful creatures on the planet. What is the word people use to define powerful things? It is ‘the mother’... the mother of all storms, the mother of all traffic, the mother lode. To be a mother is to be a force of nature, but that doesn’t mean it should be done alone. We saved you a seat.
Childcare is provided.
Please register by using both links below. For the MomCo membership fee use FAC group code: S54X
facWOMEN’s Evening Bible Study
Date: Mondays
Time: 6–8pm
Place: in room E215
For more up to date information, please visit our website calendar
facWOMEN's Afternoon Bible Study
Join an in-depth/advanced Bible study for women on Thursdays, 1–3pm. For more information, contact Elaine Ransil at ekransil@gmail.com
WOMEN2WOMEN STUDY
Date: Tuesdays
Time: 9:30–11:30am
Place: in room B106
For more up to date information, please visit our website calendar.
WOMEN2WOMEN PRAYER
Prayer during study group's off season, June - August; second and fourth Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30am. For more information, contact Elaine Ransil at ekransil@gmail.com