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.

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 run January–May and September–November.

Current Bible Study: The Resolution for Men
Date: Saturdays starting January 13, 2024
Time: 9:00–10:30am
Place: E215 (Fireside Room)
Cost $7 materials

The Resolution for Men challenges men of all ages to become bold and intentional about embracing their responsibilities as leaders of their homes, marriages, and children. This study strategically inspires men to reconcile with their past, re-engage in the present by taking full responsibility for their wives and children, and then move forward with a clear resolution for the future.

This is a call to all men! It's time to be men of action. Join us as we begin this journey and resolve to be the men God called us to be. Book is required for this study ($7). Sign up at the table in the lobby or click the link below to register.

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.

2024 Men’s Retreat
February 2–3, 2024
Speaker: Nate Harlan

In a culture in which God’s Word and biblical manhood are often under attack, it has never become more necessary than now for men to strengthen and encourage one another towards spiritual growth. “As iron sharpens iron, so a man sharpens the countenance of his friend” (Proverbs 27:17). In response to this need, we are very excited to host our annual Men’s Retreat.

Register at https://mmrm.org/retreats-and-events/mens-retreat/. For FAC discount and housing, contact Wes Palmer at wbpalmer8@gmail.com

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.

February 10
June 15
October 12

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

More information to come!

facMOMS

Moms (of children from birth–high school) are welcome to join us for evenings of fellowship. We gather in E215, the Fireside Room, from 6:30–8:30pm every other Wednesday. We encourage each other in our mothering journey and watch video series to help us raise our children with a Christ-centered focus. For more information, contact Leah Zaborowski at zaborowskifamily@gmail.com

Facwomen 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

This is a weekly Bible study for women on Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30am. Enjoy a great time of fellowship, praise and learning. For more information, contact Elaine Ransil at ekransil@gmail.com

Women2women prayer

Prayer during study group's off season; second and fourth Tuesdays, 9:30–11:30am. For more information, contact Elaine Ransil at ekransil@gmail.com