
Upcoming Events

Awaken Servant Hearts Food Drive
Servant Hearts is hosting a food drive for Blanketing Families in Elgin. They are in dire need of canned foods and non perishable items. There will be a table set up in the lobby to leave items! Let’s work together to help feed those in need. We will be collecting food from February 23 until March 23.

Worship and Prayer Night
NIGHT OF WORSHIP & PRAYER; Awaken Prays and the Awaken Worship Ministry are going to be hosting a special evening of singing songs of praise and corporate prayer, lifting our voices to God as one Body.

AWAKEN MENS RETREAT
The Awaken Men will host a two night men’s retreat to Santee State Park in March. We will do some fishing, spend some devotional time with the Lord, and have some group activities. This retreat will encompass two nights. The cost will be $100 which will cover lodging and food. Cabin reservations will need to be made by January. We are asking for a $50 nonrefundable deposit from each man by January 4. If you have questions, ask Erich or Leon.

Young Adults Camping Trip
The Young Adults are going camping! Equipment can be provided if you need it (tent, sleeping bag, chair). The cost includes all food, drinks, and sites for the weekend. Registration opens 1/1 and closes 1/24. Cost: 2 nights $30/person, 3 nights $40/person. Location: Poinsett State Park

DayBreak Annual Gala
Awaken Missions will be hosting a table at DayBreak’s Annual Gala. The gala is one of the ways that DayBreak raises funds to continue the mission God has given them in Columbia - to offer compassionate services to women, men and families in our community as well as free pregnancy and parenting resources, referrals, and support groups. There are six seats available at our table. If you would like to participate in this event please reach out to Amy Azarias.

Daybreak Baby Supply Drive
In honor of Mother’s Day we will be collecting baby items to donate to DayBreak. There will be pack and plays in the lobby that donated items can be out in. Let’s see how many we can fill!! Items needed:

Awaken Kids Summer Camp
Awaken Kids ages 8-12 years old are invited to attend camp this summer, July 21-July 25 at Camp Longridge.
We have reserved 10 spots and spots are first come, first serve. Total cost is $369 per camper. We will have a few fundraisers to offset costs. $100 deposit due to Awaken Church on Feb. 23. Please contact Melissa Brown in person or by email at kids@awakencolumbia.com

Awaken Youth Ski Trip
Awaken Youth, join us for a fun filled weekend of skiing, tubing and digging deeper into God's word!
We will be headed to Appalachian Ski Mountain Resort and Hawks Nest Tubing in the Blowing Rock, NC area.
The plan is to arrive Friday evening, ski Saturday, tube Sunday and arrive back at Awaken Sunday late afternoon- evening.
There will be fundraisers coming up to pay for or deeply reduce the cost of this trip.
Please contact Michelle Michelin for more information.
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RNE Teachers Breakfast
This Valentine’s Day, let’s love the teachers and staff at RNE High School by serving them breakfast. We will need 4-6 volunteers for this event, which will include setting up, serving breakfast, connecting/praying with teachers, and cleaning up.

Awaken Young Adults Bonfire
Coming back together after the holidays, let’s kickoff 2025 with a bonfire to catch up and discuss what the year holds for Young Adults. S'mores, hot cocoa, coffee, and a warm fire.
Contact Chloe Finnigan finniganchloe@gmail.com for more information.

Awaken Men Christmas Party
Men 5-95; come eat, play games, and be merry. Men are asked to bring their favorite food to share and white elephant gift (something wrapped that was found around the house) for a gift trading game.

Awaken Young Adults Christmas Party
Join the Awaken Young Adults for their annual Christmas Party. There will be refreshments, Christmas games, and an ugly sweater contest!
Contact Chloe Finnigan finniganchloe@gmail.com for more information.

RNE Christmas Market
This Christmas, consider partnering with Awaken Church & RNE (Richland Northeast High School) by visiting the table in the foyer to pick up a card that has items needed for the RNE Christmas Market.
Each card includes information for Christmas wishes that students will have the opportunity to pick out for themselves and their family members for Christmas this year. Contact Amy Azarias for more information at azariasamy@gmail.com. Items can be dropped off at Awaken between November 17 - December 15, 2024.
If you would like to volunteer to help run the market sign up here.
Click here for more information.
We need 5-7 volunteers!

Awaken Youth Christmas Party
Awaken Students Christmas Party!
Come dressed in your best (or worst) Christmas outfit and be ready to celebrate!!!
Snacks provided.


Christmas Caroling
As part of our Advent outreach this year we will be caroling in one of the newer neighborhoods near Awaken. You don’t have to be musically inclined to join us! This will be a fun time of fellowship and a great opportunity to get to know our neighbors. Wear a festive Christmas sweater!
We will meet at Awaken at 6pm then head to the neighborhood together.
If you’d like to be a part of this event please contact Amy Azarias, azariasamy@gmail.com or call/text 248-709-7097

Awaken Women: Christmas Party
Mark your calendars!
Awaken Women Ministries invites you to join us for this year’s Christmas party. This year’s theme is The Five Days Before Christmas. We will be having a pot luck so please register to join us and bring a dish.
Register here.

Elgin Christmas Tree Lighting
Come kickoff the Christmas season at the Town of Elgin’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony at Potter Park. This is a family friendly event with food trucks, music, and the tree lighting.
Awaken will have a booth at the event and we are looking for volunteers to help run the booth. Volunteers should be prepared to help set up and tear down the booth.
We will also need people to donate sugar cookies in Christmas shapes that can be decorated by kids at the event, as well as icing and sprinkles. Food items will need to be brought to the building by Sunday December 1st.
Please reach out to Amy Azarias if you have any questions.
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2025 Missions Trip Interest Meeting
Join us to learn more about the 2025 Awaken Missions Trips to South Africa and Romania. This will be a chance to hear an overview of each trip, find out what the next steps are, and ask any questions you may have.
Snacks will be provided.


YOUNG ADULT FRIENDSGIVING
This will be a time of fellowship and thanks over a thanksgiving dinner followed by a bonfire.

Richland Northeast Teacher's Breakfast
Join the Awaken Missions team as they serve the teachers of Richland Northeast High School.
More information to come. Contact Amy Azarias for more information!

Prayer Seminar
“Preparing our Hearts for Prayer” Seminar - This seminar will serve as a springboard and preparation for beginning 2025 in extended times of prayer. This focused seminar will involve practical guidance, including using God’s Word as a framework for “how to pray.”
Time: 12-1 pm immediately following service; Snacks will be provided by Aileen Ostendorff and Anna Parrish.
Sign up here:
https://awakencolumbia.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2542342



Soccer Ministry
Sports can be used as an avenue to build relationships and share the gospel. We are privileged to partner with one of our covenant partners, Geoff Mahoney, to offer a drop in soccer ministry that gathers teens and young adults together in an effort to use soccer as a bridge for sharing the gospel. On Friday nights we play soccer, build friendship and end with a devotional.
If you are interested in serving in this ministry or would like to learn more information, click here.

Daybreak 5k
Awaken is partnering with Daybreak Lifecare Center to help them with their 5K.
We are looking for volunteers to fill several time slots to help make this event a success. Volunteers are needed in the following areas: setup, cleanup, and route stations.
Sign up to volunteer here:
https://awakencolumbia.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2491006
Contact Amy Azarias or email hello@awakencolumbia.com with any questions.

Soccer Ministry
Sports can be used as an avenue to build relationships and share the gospel. We are privileged to partner with one of our covenant partners, Geoff Mahoney, to offer a drop in soccer ministry that gathers teens and young adults together in an effort to use soccer as a bridge for sharing the gospel. On Friday nights we play soccer, build friendship and end with a devotional.
If you are interested in serving in this ministry or would like to learn more information, click here.
Week 2 - Awaken Women Bible Study - Revelation by Jen Wilkin
Perhaps no other book of the Bible feels as inaccessible and as intimidating to us as the very last one. The book of Revelation overflows with images and ideas that confound our modern ears. But if all Scripture is God-breathed and profitable, we should assume Revelation is as accessible and helpful as any other book of the Bible. Why don’t we see it that way?
Two thousand years ago, John’s Revelation was circulated and read aloud among seven churches in Asia Minor. Those who heard the letter understood it and drew encouragement from its message. The same can be true for you today. Over 10 sessions of verse-by-verse Bible study, Jen Wilkin helps you discover how the last book of the Bible—the culmination of God's great story—speaks both a steadying word of assurance and a strong call to endure to the church in every age.
Join Renee Rowell on Wednesday nights as she leads you through this study on the book of Revelation. You will need to purchase the book with video access.
Register here:
https://awakencolumbia.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2484081

Awaken Prays
The Awaken Prayer ministry meets on Wednesday every week at 12:00 PM and also Sunday mornings from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM before the worship gathering. Join us at Awaken for this special time of prayer. Contact Aileen Ostendorff or Anna Parish for more information.

Soccer Ministry
Sports can be used as an avenue to build relationships and share the gospel. We are privileged to partner with one of our covenant partners, Geoff Mahoney, to offer a drop in soccer ministry that gathers teens and young adults together in an effort to use soccer as a bridge for sharing the gospel. On Friday nights we play soccer, build friendship and end with a devotional.
If you are interested in serving in this ministry or would like to learn more information, click here.
Week 1 - Awaken Women Bible Study - Revelation by Jen Wilkin
Perhaps no other book of the Bible feels as inaccessible and as intimidating to us as the very last one. The book of Revelation overflows with images and ideas that confound our modern ears. But if all Scripture is God-breathed and profitable, we should assume Revelation is as accessible and helpful as any other book of the Bible. Why don’t we see it that way?
Two thousand years ago, John’s Revelation was circulated and read aloud among seven churches in Asia Minor. Those who heard the letter understood it and drew encouragement from its message. The same can be true for you today. Over 10 sessions of verse-by-verse Bible study, Jen Wilkin helps you discover how the last book of the Bible—the culmination of God's great story—speaks both a steadying word of assurance and a strong call to endure to the church in every age.
Join Renee Rowell on Wednesday nights as she leads you through this study on the book of Revelation. You will need to purchase the book with video access.
Register here:
https://awakencolumbia.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2484081

Awaken Prays
The Awaken Prayer ministry meets on Wednesday every week at 12:00 PM and also Sunday mornings from 9:00 AM to 9:45 AM before the worship gathering. Join us at Awaken for this special time of prayer. Contact Aileen Ostendorff or Anna Parish for more information.

AHG Yard Sale Fundraiser
Donations accepted: declutter your home, clean out the closets and donate items or come find some treasures to purchase.
AHG families are hosting a yard sale to raise 2024/2025 support funds.
Contact Carolyn Dudley for more information at 803-908-0676