Events
End of School Youth Group BBQ
🍔 End of School Youth Group BBQ | June 17, 2026
We will be celebrating the end of school with an outdoor day at youth group! We will fire up the grill with hot dogs and hamburgers while enjoying outdoor games before we worship together and to close the night. This is a great event to bring a friend to!
Never the Same Camp
Youth Camp | Never the Same “NTS” | July 6th-10th, 2026
July 6th-10th 2026 at Houghton University. Our youth group will be attending this transformational five day conference/camp, only an hour away! NTS is geared for an entire youth group, with specific time for the group to connect and debrief. This is open to both middle and high school students. This camp is eligible for the BRAC summer camp scholarship program!
Summer Blast Volunteer Signups
Summer Blast | Volunteer Signup | July 13th - 17th, 2026
Thank you for your interest in serving at Summer Blast: Rainforest Falls. We’re so excited to have you be part of what God will do this week.
Summer Blast will take place Monday, July 13 through Friday, July 17, from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM. Volunteers should plan to arrive by 8:30 AM Tuesday through Friday and stay until approximately 12:45 PM to allow time for setup and cleanup. On Monday, we begin earlier, so please plan to arrive by 8:00 AM.
When signing up, you’ll be asked to select your preferred serving area. Every effort will be made to place you in your first choice. However, if all spots are filled in that area, you may be placed in another position where help is needed.
Thank you for being willing to serve and invest in the lives of kids and families.
Summer Blast Vacation Bible School
Summer Blast | Vacation Bible School | July 13th - 17th, 2026
At Rainforest Falls, kids will discover the incredible nature of God and what that means for their lives! Through engaging Bible experiences, hands-on activities, high-energy games, unforgettable songs, fun snacks, and a missions rotation, kids will dive into an adventure they won’t forget!
For kids ages 4 by July 1 through those finishing 6th grade. Rainforest Falls will run from 9:00–12:30, Monday, July 13 through Friday, July 17, with an earlier 8:30 start on Monday. Then, on Sunday, July 19, join us as we celebrate the week during our services and enjoy a picnic after the 10:45 service.
Family Picnic
Beartown Road Alliance Church Family Picnic | July 19th, 2026 | 11:45-2:00
Join us for our Family Picnic! This will be an afternoon full of food, games, and activities for your entire family. We would love for you to come and enjoy an afternoon together as a church family. We will also be celebrating all that God did through our Summer Blast Vacation Bible School. You can sign up to bring a dish to pass or RSVP to help us know about how many will be attending with you!
Church Leaves the Building
August 23rd, 2026 | 8:00-12:00
Join us for our annual Church Leaves the Building community service day, when we go out into our local communities to make a difference. Because of this event, we will not have our normal worship gatherings, so our 8:00, 9:15, and 10:45 services are canceled. We encourage everyone to sign up for a local outreach location and be part of blessing our region!
Signup details coming soon.
Baptism Sunday
August 30th, 2026 | 8, 9:15 & 10:45 Service
Celebrate new life in Christ by being baptized. If you are a follower of Jesus and have never been baptized to publicly declare your faith, then sign up below. Please sign up by Sunday, August 16th, 2026.
Graduation Sunday Celebration
Graduation Sunday Celebration | June 14, 2026
We will be celebrating and recognizing our 2026 High School and College Graduates during all three worship services on Sunday, June 14, 2026 — at 8:00 AM, 9:15 AM, and 10:45 AM.
If you have someone graduating this year, we’d love to include them in this special moment. Please fill out this registration form with all information and we will reach out with details about the service on June 14th!
Please send a recent photo of the graduate to office@beartownroad.org for celebration during the service.
Discovering BRAC
Discovering BRAC May 31st, 2026
May 31st | 10:45 am | Conference Room. For those of you interested in learning more about the beliefs and practices of our church, you will enjoy this class. If you are interested in pursuing membership, this one-time class is required.
Baptism Sunday
May 3rd, 2026 | 8, 9:15 & 10:45 Service
Celebrate new life in Christ by being baptized. If you are a follower of Jesus and have never been baptized to publicly declare your faith, then sign up below. Please sign up by Sunday, April 26th
Youth Lock-in
🔒 Youth Lock-In | May 1–2, 2026
Get ready for an over-night experience packed with games, food, music, and unforgettable memories! Students will stay overnight at the church for a safe, fun, and high-energy event they won’t want to miss.
IF:Gathering
IF:Gathering Women’s Conference | April 17th-18th
A 2 day gathering of women seeking Jesus, connection, and renewal. Join us for worship, teaching, prayer, and meaningful time in God’s Word - featuring IF:Gathering video sessions and live speakers.
More details & open registration coming in February.
Easter Worship Services
Easter Worship Services | Sunday, April 5
Service times: 8:00, 9:15, 10:45, and 12:15
Full Kids’ Ministry programs available at all four services.
Easter Sunday is one of the most attended mornings of the year, and we love welcoming so many guests. If you’re able, consider attending the 8:00 AM service to help make room at our mid-morning gatherings.
This is also the first year we’re offering a 12:15 PM service. For families who enjoy a slower morning, breakfast together, or time with extended family before church, this later option provides a convenient and meaningful way to celebrate without feeling rushed.
You can find full details and shareable information at beartownroad.org/easter. We hope you’ll invite someone to join you.
Family Easter Event
🐣 Family Easter Event | Saturday, April 4
Celebrate Easter with the whole family! Join us for fun activities, games, and plenty of Easter surprises for kids of all ages.
Holy Thursday Service & Potluck
Holy Thursday Service & Potluck
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Dinner: 5:30 PM
Service: 6:30 PM
Join us as we gather for a special Holy Thursday potluck meal followed by worship and reflection on the night Jesus shared the Last Supper with His disciples.
There{4} Gathering
Come join high school and college aged ladies in our area for a two-day conference! This gathering is designed to inspire you to boldly live out your identity in Jesus.
This is a simulcast event with well known Christian speakers. We will also have a live guest speaker and live worship!
Cost: $16 (non-refundable, but transferrable)
Family Movie Day
Palace Theatre, Corning | March 14th | 10:00 AM
Join us on Saturday, March 14 at 10:00 AM at the Palace Theater for a free family showing of David. Snacks are provided! Registration is required since seating is limited.
Rooted
6th gathering March 2, 2025 | 6:30 - 8:00
Rooted is a ministry that gathers once a month (Mondays, October through March). Gathering provides an opportunity for women of all ages (14+) to create community through fellowship, worship, biblical teaching, testimonies, and discussion. The evening is full of laughter and encouragement as the women of BRAC walk through life together in pursuit of understanding who God is. Will you join us?
Youth Winter Retreat
This weekend winter retreat is an opportunity for our teens to encounter God and build up Christ centered friendships. Teens can look forward to amazing worship, prayer time, teaching, and games. It will be a powerful weekend!
Cost is $70 per student. Scholarships are available.
Discovering BRAC
Discovering BRAC February 22nd, 2026
February 22nd | 10:45 am | Conference Room. For those of you interested in learning more about the beliefs and practices of our church, you will enjoy this class. If you are interested in pursuing membership, this one-time class is required.
Bible Camp Promotion Sunday
Bible Camp Promotion Sunday | February 22nd, 2026
February 22nd | Church lobby. After each service, we will have representatives from various area Christian Youth Camps! You can learn all about them and ask any questions you might have. Also, you can get information on how to have some or all of your child’s week of camp paid for.
Baptism Sunday
February 8th, 2026 | 8, 9:15 & 10:45 Service
Celebrate new life in Christ by being baptized. If you are a follower of Jesus and have never been baptized to publicly declare your faith, then sign up below. Please sign up by Friday, January, 30th!
Youth Nerf Wars
February 6-7, 2026
Gear up for an epic night of fun, strategy, and all-out Nerf battles! Bring your friends, your best aim, and get ready to dodge, duck, and laugh your way through the ultimate youth showdown. High School students will play Friday evening, and Middle School will get their turn Saturday morning.
Rooted
5th gathering February 2, 2025 | 6:30 - 8:00
Rooted is a ministry that gathers once a month (Mondays, October through March). Gathering provides an opportunity for women of all ages (14+) to create community through fellowship, worship, biblical teaching, testimonies, and discussion. The evening is full of laughter and encouragement as the women of BRAC walk through life together in pursuit of understanding who God is. Will you join us?
Annual Meeting
Annual Meeting | February 1, 2026
Join us for our annual gathering as we look back on the past year, celebrate what God has done, and share the vision for what’s ahead.