A Celebration for the Whole Family

SEPTEMBER 14-23 @ 5:30 pm

Feeling Worn out?

Your schedule is packed. Demands never stop. What if, for just one week, you could catch your breath, laugh with your kids, meet people who encourage you, and find real hope?

Thrive Again:

In Life, Family, and Faith.

YOU'RE INVITED

YOU'RE INVITED

Come as you are. Leave encouraged.

For seven days, East Ridge will come alive with family fun, powerful messages, uplifting music, and nightly giveaways. Everything is designed to help you find peace, purpose, and fresh inspiration for everyday life.

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

Your kids will love the inflatable slides and Vacation Bible School program. Adults will enjoy practical, Bible-based talks that connect to real life.

And at the end of the night, you’ll have a chance to win free gifts from toys to fun gift cards! No cost or strings attached.

Food. Fun. Inspiration. GIVEAWAYS. (YES, REALLY!)

Forget boring! This is more than just an event. It’s a community celebration where you can…

  • Enjoy delicious food

  • Relax while your kids participate in fun activities (inflatable fun zone + VBS)

  • Discover inspiration to help you meet real-life challenges

  • Win a fun giveaway at the end of the night

Hit reset, let the kids have fun, and walk out stronger than you came in.

Nightly Schedule &

Giveaways

Thrive – Nightly Schedule Slider

Best News Ever

Sunday, September 14 – 5:30 PM

  • Giveaway: Toys
  • Inflatable Fun Zone & Free Food

Life is hard, but you’re not alone. Discover how the gospel brings healing, hope, and practical help for life’s deepest challenges.

Unmasking the Enemy

Tuesday, September 16 – 5:30 PM

  • Giveaway: Walmart Gift Cards
  • Inflatable Fun Zone & Food

Behind the pain in our world is a deeper battle between good and evil. Meet the God who fights for you—and will win in the end.

The Blueprint for Freedom

Wednesday, September 17 – 5:30 PM

  • Giveaway: Diapers
  • Inflatable Fun Zone & Food

True freedom isn’t doing whatever we want—it’s becoming who we were created to be. Learn practical steps to break free from struggles that weigh you down.

Made for More

Friday, September 19 – 5:30 PM

  • Giveaway: Gas Gift Cards
  • Inflatable Fun Zone & Food

Your life has more meaning than you’ve imagined. Discover the purpose you were made for—and the hope that outlasts even death itself.

The Faith Behind the Hero

Saturday, September 20 – 11:00 AM

  • Giveaway: Book (The Faith of Desmond Doss)
  • Learn the True Story of Hacksaw Ridge & Food

What gave a gentle medic the courage to run into enemy fire? Discover Desmond Doss’s story—and the hope that sustained him.

A New Beginning

Saturday, September 20 – 5:30 PM

  • Giveaway: Taco Bell Gift Card
  • Bible Game Show & Food

No matter your past, God offers a fresh start. Experience His grace and the victory of a new life.

God’s Healthcare Plan

Sunday, September 21 – 5:30 PM

  • Giveaway: Sneakers
  • Health Clinic & Food

Learn simple, powerful principles from the Bible and nature that can help you live with more energy, balance, and joy.

The Cure for Stress

Tuesday, September 23 – 5:30 PM

  • Giveaway: Surprise
  • Pony Rides & Food

Life moves fast—our souls pay the price. Discover the surprising rhythm God built into creation to help you slow down and find peace.

EAST RIDGE

CHURCH AUDITORIUM

Begins Sunday, September 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM

2105 Dabney Dr, East Ridge, TN 37412

Questions? Text (423) 395-1277 for more info!

Meet the Speaker

Alan Parker has shared messages of hope on five continents, and he's coming to East Ridge to share hope with you, too!

Known for his down-to-earth style, warm humor, and meaningful depth, he speaks to both the heart and the mind. His wife, Nicole, is a biblical counselor and author, and together they are the proud parents of four young adult children.

Important Giveaway Info

  • Gifts are first-come, first-served.

  • Families must register with priority going to pre-registered families.

  • One gift per family.

  • Limited quantity. While supplies last.

  • Gifts will be distributed after the 60-minute program.

COMMON QUESTIONS

What should I wear?

Come as you are! Most adults will be in casual clothes, but you’ll likely see everything from jeans and t-shirts to slacks and button-down shirts. For kids, we suggest something they can run around and play in.

Is there parking available?

We have plenty of parking available right next to the church building.

How do I get there?

Our address is 2105 Dabney Dr, East Ridge, TN. Click here for Google directions.

How can I make sure I’m entered into the giveaway?

Make sure to register for the event right here (link coming soon). We’ll use your contact information to help you check in and get your ticket to be a part of the giveaways.

What should I do if I have more questions?

We’d love to help! Email us at [email protected] or send us a text at 423-395-1277

What do you have to lose except the stress weighing you down?

Skip the cooking and cleanup. We’ve got the food, the fun, the encouragement...and giveaways to help make the week event better!

Click below to register your spot today while seats are available!