Here at ACC we believe in community life,
both within our church and within our town and surrounding area!
LIFE GROUPS CATALOGUE
(PLEASE CONTACT THE FACILITATOR OF THE LIFE GROUP TO JOIN)
Widows/Widowers Life Group
Facilitator: June Rivers & Korene Volkman
Contact Email: tjpearson887@gmail.com
Location: 28 Lakeway Blvd
Time: Every other Thursday beginning September 18, 6:00pm
Topic: Book of Job- Francis Chan
The world teaches us to revolve our actions, thoughts, and beliefs around ourselves. “It’s all about you!” we are encouraged to think. In the world’s philosophy, we become the author and hero of our story. But the Bible teaches a different view, one where another hero—the actual Author of life—takes center stage. In the book of Job, God asserts his preeminence and displays his power. Join Francis Chan in this eight-session series on Job as he explores the overriding truth that we exist not for ourselves but to glorify the God who deserves all worship and praise. To join, please contact the facilitators of this group.
Men’s Study
Facilitator: Mark Pszczolkowski
Contact Email: foosmark@gmail.com
Location: Alliance Community Church
Time: Sundays beginning September 14, 7:00-9:00pm
Topic: 1 & 2 Samuel
What kind of man are you? Godly or Un-Godly? Has it changed or have you changed?
This will be a self examination from the study of 1 Samuel. No videos are used in this study, just reading the Scriptures and discussion with other men and no homework. To join, please contact the facilitator of this group.
Women’s Study
Facilitator: Crystal Koller
Contact Email: crystalhasfaith66@gmail.com
Location: Alliance Community Church
Time: Thursdays Beginning September 11, 9:00am-11:00am
Topic: Created to Commune: A Study on the Spiritual Disciplines by Rachel Joy
We live in a chaotic world, riddled with anxiety and isolation. We are more distracted and disconnected from God and others than ever before. It can be so easy to forget that we, as believers in Jesus Christ, were made for a moment like this. It is time that we remember who we are and whose we are. It is time we take hold of the One who is our peace so that we can cultivate peace in the world around us. We are not alone and were created for communion with the living God. He is accessible and near through powerful and practical prayer, worship, study, service and evangelism. By communing with him, we are not only able to have peace but be bearers of that peace to the world around us. We were created for communion. It is time to rekindle, or even spark for the first time, practical living with Christ through the spiritual disciplines, and in turn multiply and cultivate the Kingdom of God in the world around us, sowing peace and so much more. To join, please contact the facilitator of this group.
Mixed Life Group- Any Age Singles or Couples
Facilitator: Aaron and Helen Petterson
Contact Email: aaronandhelen@hotmail.com
Location: 25 Lodge Place
Time: Wednesdays Beginning September 24, 7:00-9:00pm
Topic: A book of the Bible- which one is TBD. To join, please contact the facilitators of this group.
DivorceCare- Men & Women Separated or Divorced
Facilitator: Michelle Litke & Mary-Ann Bergen
Contact Email: maryann@alliancecommunitychurch.ca
Location: Alliance Community Church
Time: Mondays beginning September 29, 7:00-9:00pm
Cost: $35 for workbook fee (financial assistance is available if needed, please contact the facilitator)
Topic: DivorceCare is a support group that meets weekly. You’ll find it to be a warm, caring environment and will come to see your group as an “Oasis” in an otherwise difficult season of your life. DivorceCare helps you recover from the pain of separation and divorce. To join, please contact the facilitators of this group.
Mixed Group (Kids are very welcome)
Facilitator: Hernus & Charnette Swanepoel
Contact Email: hernus.swanepoel@gmail.com
Location: 96 Crestview Blvd (The corner unit with the red door)
Time: Tuesdays beginning September 9 at 6:30pm for 7pm (small meal will be provided).
Topic: TBD
To join, please contact the facilitators of this group.
Women’s Study
Facilitator: Marlis Hansen
Contact Email: brianandmarlis@gmail.com
Location: Alliance Community Church
Time: Mondays beginning September 22, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Topic: Precept Study of the Second Half of the Book of John. To join, please contact the facilitator of this group.
Men’s Group
Facilitator: Daryl Williams
Contact Email: jolenedaryl@gmail.com
Location: 5 Penley Close, Sylvan Lake
Time: Sunday evenings at 7:30pm, starting September 28
Topic: We will be reading through books of the Bible (individual books TBD), digging into the Word through the week, and discussing learnings, takeaways and challenges. The focus is get into the Word, grow together, and support one another in prayer. To join, please contact the facilitator of this group.
Young Adults Group Age 20-33
Facilitator: Kyle and Aurora Shearer
Contact Email: shearerk528@gmail.com
Location: 315 - 5344 76 St. Red Deer
Time: Tuesday evenings beginning September 9 at 6PM
Topic: TBD as a group. To join, please contact the facilitators of this group.
Mom's Group with young early school aged children
Facilitator: Rebecca Beechinor
Contact Email: beccabeechinor@gmail.com
Location: 40015 Highway 20 Bentley, AB (Kaitlyn Boese is host)
Time: Wednesdays beginning September 17 at 9:30AM-11:30AM
Topic: TBD. To join, please contact the facilitator of this group.
Mom's Life Group
Facilitator: Tyne Handfield
Contact Email: tynebecker@gmail.com
Location: 335 Birchcliff Road
Time: Tuesdays beginning September 16 at 11:00AM
Topic: As moms, we’ll come together to share our stories and intentionally build meaningful relationships with one another. As the Lord leads, we’ll prayerfully decide together what part of His Word to study. To join, please contact the facilitator of this group.
Women's Life Group
Facilitator: Mandy Burdick & Kim Burdick
Contact Email: mandythenurse@hotmail.com
Location: 5331 48 Ave. Sylvan Lake
Time: Tuesdays beginning September 16 at 7:00PM
Topic: TBD as a group. To join, please contact the facilitators of this group.
Momentum Yes 6 Week Study
Facilitator: Jim Rilling & Mark Pszczolkowski
Contact Email: jim.rilling@hotmail.com or foosmark@gmail.com
Location: Alliance Community Church
Time: Register by October 16. Thursday mornings beginning October 23 9:30AM Coffee is on. 10:00AM study begins
Cost: $10 for a printed manual unless you prefer to bring your own laptop to access materials each week online
Topic: Find your place in God’s story! A free video series that inspires believers to fulfill their role in making Jesus known among the unreached. To join, please contact the facilitators of this group.
Sisterhood Life Group
Facilitator: Margaret Stambuski-Dart
Contact Email: resonatedesigns@gmail.com
Location: TBD
Time: Day TBD based on what works best for the group, begins mid September, 7pm
Topic: Life brings many seasons for women and the season between 40 and beyond can be joyous yet difficult. Do you see yourself navigating this season craving like-minded women for ABC's - accountability, belonging, and caring? This life group will build camaraderie and grow in Christ as we share each other's burdens and celebrations. To join, please contact the facilitator of this group.
Mixed Life Group
Facilitator: Tamara Allen
Contact Email: tamsavard@gmail.com
Location: 13 Westwood Court
Time: Sundays beginning September 7 from 6:00PM-8:00PM
Topic: On some of our gathering days, we will go out for street ministry—praying for people and witnessing the power of God through miracles. We usually begin by singing a few worship songs together, then take time to share about our week and pray for one another. Together we will dive into God’s Word and study whatever He lays on our hearts. To join, please contact the facilitator of this group.
Young Families
Facilitator: Eric and Jill Doerksen
Contact Email: doerksen.jill@gmail.com
Location: 59 Reynolds Road
Time: Every other Thursday beginning September 25, 6:00pm
Topic: TBD Our goal is to create community, fellowship and support to young families in the business of raising kids. We often don't have time for our marriage, making friendships with other couples and having support systems. We want to come alongside other families to grow in our knowledge of the Lord and also create an opportunity to build community and trust among friends. Children are welcome! To join, please contact the facilitators of this group.
Stories & Seasons - Women's Life Group
Facilitator: Laurie McLean
Contact Email: 2lauriemc@gmail.com
Location: 4635 45 Street Sylvan Lake
Time: Wednesdays beginning October 1 at 7pm
Topic: Join us as we grow together in community and faith. In this women’s group, we’ll take time to build meaningful relationships by sharing our stories and walking alongside one another through life’s seasons. Each gathering will include a time of prayer and encouragement, followed by a group-led decision on what to study from God’s Word. Come as you are — we’re better together.To join, please contact the facilitators of this group.
Women’s Connection Group
Facilitator: Maurica Merriman
Contact Email: mauricamerriman@gmail.com
Location: 39226 Range Road 32 Lacombe County (Eckville Area)
Time: Wednesdays beginning October 1 at 9:30AM
Topic: This group is a space to slow down, connect, and grow. We'll share life together—listening to each other's stories, celebrating joys, and supporting each other through challenges. We'll pray with and for one another, and as a group, choose what part of God’s Word to explore next. It’s all about real connection, real faith, and walking with God together. To join, please contact the facilitators of this group.