Visitors can see what the shouting is all about Saturday when the non-denominational church hosts a carnival to celebrate the opening of a new building. The church is so happy about the growth, it's throwing a carnival Saturday. The carnival will take place on church grounds on Mount Cross Road from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Carnival activities include rides, a live broadcast by WBTM radio personality Alex Vardavas, an appearance by Marlo the Magician, and a giant slide, games, food, beverages and a craft show. Festivities will end with a 3 p.m. auction of a 1966 Ford Falcon. The academy will hold an open house during the carnival.
Parents can tour the new school building and learn more about the school's programs.
The school will allow students to enroll any time during its school year, which begins Sept. 13. The carnival reflects Abundant Life's commitment to children's programs, co-pastor Sharon Motley said. The church has done plenty big stuff since it formed nine years ago with five members. With about 30 ministries, the church today has about 500 members. The school opened last year, offering education to students in preschool through sixth grade.