Awaken Outreach Thanksgiving Giveaway
Our Thanksgiving Giveaway at the Outreach Center is open to all, and does not require pre-registration.
On Thursday we will be open from 7:30am to 1:00pm, and again from 4:30 to 7:30pm.
To volunteer for this event, please reach out to outreach@myawaken.church. Volunteer hours are from 3:00 AM to 1:30 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Young Adults- Friendsgiving
The Awaken Young Adults group is celebrating with a Friendsgiving on November 20th. At 7pm we will meet at the church for a great night of good food, better company, and great fellowship. Please bring a dish to share!
Freedom Conference
The Freedom Conference focuses on solidifying what you learned in Freedom by helping you take next steps to overcome your past and lay a foundation for walking in daily freedom.
The doors open at 6:00PM on Friday and the Conference begins at 6:30PM and goes until 9:15PM.
Saturday morning doors open at 8:00AM and ends at 2:00PM.
If you are currently a part of a Freedom Group or have attended a Freedom Group in the past, we invite you to be a part of this incredible event.
We can't wait to see you there! Register here.
Growth Track 3.0
Here at Awaken we want you to Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference. Growth Track is the first step!
Growth Track 3.0 is the last part of our three-part process. After learning about the history of our church and discovering what gifts and talents God has placed in you, it’s time to get connected! At his event you will meet with the leaders of the ministry teams that make Awaken what it is. Finding a place to serve with a team that encourages you to use your gifts and talents builds community and builds our church!
First Wednesday
Join us on the first Wednesday of each month from 6:30-8:00 PM for a Worship Night at Awaken! This service is open to all and childcare is provided up to 4th Grade. Awaken Students (6th-12th grade) are invited to meet at 6:00 PM in the Discovery Room for light snacks before attending worship night!
Gingerbread Trail
We are going to be hosting a friendly competition for anyone who would like to participate in our Gingerbread Trail by submitting their best gingerbread house!
This year’s theme is Classic Christmas Stories. All components of your display must be edible, and entries must arrive at Awaken by 7:00 am on December 7th. A prize will go to the winner! We can’t wait to see your creativity!
Baptism Sunday
Are you looking to take the next step in your faith journey by water baptism? We would love to hear more about your story and how you came to have a personal relationship with Jesus!
Our next baptism weekend is November 30, 2025!
If you want to be baptized at Awaken, click here.
Growth Track 1.0
Here at Awaken we want you to Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference. Growth Track is the first step! Growth Track is a three part process.
In part one, you will learn about some of the history of Awaken - how we started, and how our church is structured. You will also learn what it means to be a member of Awaken.
To register for Growth Track 1 this month, use this link.
Christmas Canvasing
This year, we’re coming together as a church family to spread Christmas cheer and invite our community to join us for our Christmas Eve service!
Instead of our usual Wednesday night activities, we’ll gather for a special Christmas Canvassing Event. We’ll head out in groups to Port Charlotte and North Port to share invitations, pray for our neighbors, and let people know they’re welcome at Awaken this Christmas.
We’re inviting everyone — kids, adults, and our middle and high school students — to take part. The more people who come, the more homes we’ll reach! Come ready to walk, smile, and make an eternal impact in our community.
Sign up to join us here: https://awakenchurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/387/responses/new
Hope for Christmas
Join us for a day of blessing our community with Christmas! This year we have moved the location from the Awaken Outreach Center to Awaken Church! Hope for Christmas is Saturday, December 13. Volunteers can come for set up on Friday from 12 PM to 10 PM. On Saturday volunteers are needed from 7 AM to 6 PM. We will need additional help tearing down as well on Saturday.
This is an invite only event for families in our community who are in need. Families that are participating must be registered. If you would like to serve as part of this event, please reach out to outreach@myawaken.church or sign up by following this link:
https://awakenchurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/388/responses/new
Legacy Sunday
Legacy Sunday is one of two special offerings that we take each year to support outreach and missions.
All giving on this Sunday goes to support missions for the next year. This is a Sunday where we have an opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus and go places our feet will never touch.
Home for Christmas- SERVE
Click the link below to sign up to serve during the Home for Christmas, service at Awaken from 4:30-6pm on the 23rd.
Home for Christmas- SERVE
Click the link below to sign up to serve during the Home for Christmas service at Awaken from 6:30-8:00 pm on the 23rd. We need help caring for children 4 and under, serving cookies and hot cocoa, and handing out candles for this service.
https://awakenchurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/366/responses/new
T-Shirts for Turkeys
Awaken Outreach Center is hosting a stop for the Joyfm’s annual T-Shirts for Turkey’s event!
By donating a frozen turkey, $15 cash, or a $15 gift card for a grocery store of your choice, you will be helping to stock the freezers of the the many food banks and ministries who feed our local, hurting families. All of the donations made at the Awaken Outreach center will go to support our Thanksgiving Giveaway!
Drop off your frozen or “paper” turkey between 5 and 7pm on Wednesday the 12th at 4940 Pan American Blvd, North Port, and receive a T-Shirt as a thank you for your generosity.
Growth Track 2.0
Here at Awaken we want you to Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference. Growth Track is the first step! Growth Track is a three part process that takes places on the first three Sundays of each month at 3:00pm.
Step 2 of Growth Track focuses on you and the particular gifts and talents that God has placed in you.
Anchored
This is our annual event for Awaken Men to come together for a night of food, fun, worship and an encouraging word. Get signed up today, you don't want to miss it!
To register for this event, click here.
Team Night
Join the A-Team on November 4th from 6-8pm for Team Night! Do you serve on a team at Awaken? Whether you are new to the A-Team or you have been serving for a while we would love to have you join us! Childcare up to 4th Grade provided.
This month, we’re looking ahead to Christmas. So, come dressed as your favorite Christmas character, or in your favorite holiday get-up!
Register here so we know you’re attending: Register.
Fast Track
We’re offering a one-day version of our three-part Growth Track membership class on Saturday, October 18, and you’re invited to join us!
Enjoy breakfast at 8:30 AM, and then we’ll dive into all three sessions starting at 9:00 AM. We expect to be finishing at 12:00 pm.
If you’ve never been through Growth Track—or if it’s been a while—this is the perfect time to jump in! And if you’ve already been serving at Awaken but haven’t had the chance to attend, Fast Track is a great way to discover more about the heart behind Awaken and how God has called you to make a difference in His Kingdom.
Sign up using the link — we’d love to see you there. https://awakenchurch.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/354/responses/new
Shine Conference 2025
ATTENTION LADIES - SHINE CONFERENCE - SEPTEMBER 13th
Ladies, it's time to Shine! Saturday, September 13th, at 5:00 PM, with doors opening at 4:30 PM. Join us for one of our favorite events of the year—our annual Ladies Conference-Style Event, open to all women aged 12 and up. This is a special time to come together, worship, be inspired by the Word, and build lasting relationships with fellow sisters in Christ. Cost $5 per person.
Registration: An individual form must be filled out for all participants. Registration for breakouts is first come, first serve... so register today!
Don't Miss Out: Scholarships are available upon request. Invite a friend and come experience the joy, growth, and connection that Shine brings.
We can't wait to see you there—let's Shine together!
REGISTER HERE
At the Movies
NEW SERMON SERIES AND "BACK TO CHURCH SUNDAY" - SEPTEMBER 7th - AT THE MOVIES
Join us beginning Sunday, September 7th, as we begin our At The Movies series! You do not want to miss it and you definitely need to bring all your friends! Grab your neighbors, your friends, and your family and come hang out with us "At The Movies"!
This isn’t your typical sermon series! Each week, we’ll use powerful scenes from popular films as modern-day parables to unpack timeless truths from God’s Word. You’ll laugh, you’ll be inspired, and you might even see your favorite movie in a whole new light. Grab your popcorn, invite a friend, and get ready for a faith-filled cinematic experience that points to Jesus as the ultimate story.
Day 4 Hope
Join us as we bring hope to families in our community by providing them with free haircuts, dental check-ups, school supplies and so much more!
This is an invite only event for families in our community who are in need. Families that are participating must be registered.
If you would like to serve as part of this event, please email outreach@myawaken.church. We will be huddling at 8:00 AM! We will assign you a team when you arrive! We can't wait to see you there!
Serve Day
Serve Day provides churches across the world with opportunities to serve their local communities and share the love of God through practical acts of kindness. Our hope is that serving others becomes our focus throughout the year. Simple acts of selfless love can open hearts to Jesus, and together we can make a difference.
Summer Blast
For four days, our dynamic kids conference will help your child discover God's Word in an exciting and unforgettable way! Each day they will learn a key biblical point that is reinforced with a Bible Story and five adventurous stations made just for them! Summer Blast Team kick-off party will be on January 10th!