WORSHIP & GROW at Ignite 

Saturday evening at 7:20 p.m., and Sunday mornings at 9:50 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.  Every Saturday evening and Sunday morning high school students gather for community with other students where they can connect as they hang out, worship, hear God’s Word and, of course, have a great time. Usually our discussion focuses on a particular theme or topic and is meant to help students who are trying to follow Jesus as best they can…we realize that sometimes life can be confusing, difficult and frustrating. Life can also be pretty amazing, full of joy and intense highs, too! No matter where you are, Ignite is a great gathering of people who are trying their best to live like Jesus. Join us this week to see what’s going on and what you’re missing! (Student Center, 2nd floor Whiteside) 

GROW through Activities/Retreats/Camps

Relationships that transform can only come about as we connect students with one another, with our caring adult leaders, and with our Student Ministries staff.  It's our desire to provide the atmosphere and programming that allows and encourages these relationships to form.  We do this through activities, events, retreats and camps that gather people together. 

GROW through Growth Groups

We believe that relationships are of vital importance in our pursuit of God.  They are the manner in which our worship and God-seeking is fleshed out.  Forming and building intimate and honest, committed community begins and ends with true friendship.  It is our greatest hope and prayer that each student finds a core, net group of fellow students with whom to share, learn, grow, forgive, worship, pray, laugh and grieve.  It is only in this context of relationship that the way of Christ can be truly understood.   Look below for more Growth Group Info!

GROW through Bible Quizzing

Bible quizzing is a fun and exciting opportunity for kids in grades 9 to 12 to study and memorize God’s word.  Quizzers study assigned chapters and verses from the Bible each week.  On Sundays, we have a lesson, play games, and conduct practice quizzes.  By the end of the year you will be amazed at how many verses your quizzer will have memorized and how well they will be able to apply what they have learned. If you would like more information, contact Tom & Deb Reay at deb.reay@yahoo.com or 412-323-8827.

More Bible Quizzing Info here

GROW at Battalion

(Mondays 6:30pm-9:00pm in Simpson Hall) Battalion is a specific ministry of ACAC Student Ministries where young men ages 11-17 (middle and high school) are challenged to grow through a variety of activities, including but not limited to: adventure trails, Bible studies, service projects, and personal hands-on leadership experiences.  This ministry is connected to the Christian Service Brigade, whose mission is to win young men as followers of Jesus Christ, build them in the faith and equip them for ministry.  Since this particular ministry offering is targeted and specific, it would be great for interested folks to contact David Droppa with questions and for more information.  There is a small reigstration fee of $15 required from each participant to cover supplies, curriculum and events.  To get a message to David, email him at ddroppa@verizon.net. 

GROW through Sports

We sponsor, coach and disciple a group of young men through basketball.  We believe this is more than just playing a game or trying to win.  The goal of all of our sports ministries and teams is to teach students how to be godly men through Bible study, mentoring, and the game itself.  

SERVE at ACAC

We encourage students to be involved in serving others both within ACAC and in the community.  Opportunities are available in a variety of ways, times and places so students can demonstrate their love for God and others in tangible ways.  We have Ministry Teams -- small groups of students who are active in our programs and also serve others at ACAC through things such as leading worship, assisting in Childrens Ministry, operating a sound board during a service, presenting dramas or dance numbbers, preparing snacks, greeting students to programs, planning community service projects, etc.  We also have Summer Ministry Opportunities (SMO) in which teams of students travel within the U.S. and abroad to serve those in need through work and relational ministries.  Students interested in serving should contact the Student Ministries office.

Growth happens best in small group settings. Groups are community based, not too far from home, and are designed for spiritual growth, community, and accountability. We have groups for Middle and High school students.  Groups generally meet off-campus during the week, but some meet on weekends and here at ACAC.  To register for a group, please select the following link and follow the listed instructions:  Request a Growth Group Here

1. In the search box at the top – type either middle school or high School then click Find Groups
2. Search around for the group you’re interested in and select it
3. Type your personal information in the boxes and select the Send Request button

That’s all there is to it. Sherese will be in touch with you soon to confirm your request.  Group sizes are limited, so don’t delay.  In the event you request a group that is filled, you will be asked by Sherese to choose a different group. If you have any questions, please contact her at x217 or sherese.mcbride@acac.net