Community Calendar

No longer just a dream for the future or a mere figment of science fiction writers’ imaginations, artificial intelligence—better known as AI—is here now! John Lennox, Professor of Mathematics at Oxford University, sees AI as both a promise and a threat. It may be a morally neutral tool used for immense good or cause significant harm. Professor Lennox’s book, 2084: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity explores the potential benefits and dangers of this technology from a Christian perspective.

Join us Thursday, October 2, from 7 to 8:30 PM at the Discovery Center Creation Museum—810 Butternut Street in Abilene, Texas—for our monthly Discovery Adventure Theater movie night, featuring the Dr. Lennox’s presentation, Is AI a Threat or a Promise? You can view a teaser at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_AlssvZiBaQ. Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the movie starts at 7:00. We’ll have free popcorn, cookies and water for our guests. Admission is by donation.

It’s here, the 5th annual Grain Theory Oktoberfest Downtown Street Party 🍻

SATURDAY OCTOBER 4TH
5PM - 10PM

We’ll be closing down the entire stretch of North 2nd street in front of the brewery for one of the biggest parties in Abilene.

An event to bring the whole family to! Check out some of the activities below:
-street games
-live bands
-vendors
-food trucks
-cigar tent by The Leaf
-selfie trailer by DoItYourSelfie
-gaming trailer by Green Games
-portraits by Sergio

The Abilene Farmers Market will be set up with lots of tasty treats, eats, produce, and canned goods.

We are very excited to introduce our community partner for this event, the Food Bank of West Central Texas and our Pints & Plates initiative.
Grain Theory is excited to partner with our local food bank which serves Abilene and 13 surrounding counties.
Bring one plastic grocery sack full of non-perishable items to donate to the food bank and receive a free ticket for beer at the Grain Theory street beer tent 🍻

FOOD TRUCKS
-Urban Street Food
-Toasted Traveler
-Hearts BBQ

ACU's Summit (formerly Lectureship), held on the campus of Abilene Christian University, is designed to offer spiritual renewal, enrichment, and fellowship. The theme for this 119th year is “Encounter: Spirit of the Living God.”

This year, Summit will focus around specific leadership groups—adult formation, Hispanic ministry, intergenerational ministry, preaching, and small/rural churches—in an effort to engage with God, with one another, and with material designed to equip one for effective service. We will also host two general interest tracks, open to everyone. The Old Testament community will dive into Isaiah 40–66, and the New Testament community will explore The Chosen.

As part of Summit, noted theologian and author, Dr. Nijay Gupta, will lead our Anchor Point plenary session. In addition to the thought-provoking words of Dr. Gupta, we will spend time enjoying a meal together and lifting our voices in praise to God with worship led by United Voice Worship. We are also excited to welcome keynote speakers, Naomi Walters (Dean of the School of Theology and Ministry, Rochester Christian University), Jerry Taylor (Associate Professor Emeritus, Abilene Christian University), and Nathan Burrow (Preaching Minister, Hillcrest Church of Christ) as they reflect on the theme of “Encounter.”

We invite you to join us in Abilene on October 8-10, 2025. For more information and to register, visit the Summit website at acu.edu/siburt-summit.

ACU's Summit (formerly Lectureship), held on the campus of Abilene Christian University, is designed to offer spiritual renewal, enrichment, and fellowship. The theme for this 119th year is “Encounter: Spirit of the Living God.”

This year, Summit will focus around specific leadership groups—adult formation, Hispanic ministry, intergenerational ministry, preaching, and small/rural churches—in an effort to engage with God, with one another, and with material designed to equip one for effective service. We will also host two general interest tracks, open to everyone. The Old Testament community will dive into Isaiah 40–66, and the New Testament community will explore The Chosen.

As part of Summit, noted theologian and author, Dr. Nijay Gupta, will lead our Anchor Point plenary session. In addition to the thought-provoking words of Dr. Gupta, we will spend time enjoying a meal together and lifting our voices in praise to God with worship led by United Voice Worship. We are also excited to welcome keynote speakers, Naomi Walters (Dean of the School of Theology and Ministry, Rochester Christian University), Jerry Taylor (Associate Professor Emeritus, Abilene Christian University), and Nathan Burrow (Preaching Minister, Hillcrest Church of Christ) as they reflect on the theme of “Encounter.”

We invite you to join us in Abilene on October 8-10, 2025. For more information and to register, visit the Summit website at acu.edu/siburt-summit.

Civic Orchestra of Abilene Fall Concert featuring music by Verdi, Shostakovich, and violist Kathleen Bax performing the "Phantasy for Viola and Orchestra" by Bax.

ACU's Summit (formerly Lectureship), held on the campus of Abilene Christian University, is designed to offer spiritual renewal, enrichment, and fellowship. The theme for this 119th year is “Encounter: Spirit of the Living God.”

This year, Summit will focus around specific leadership groups—adult formation, Hispanic ministry, intergenerational ministry, preaching, and small/rural churches—in an effort to engage with God, with one another, and with material designed to equip one for effective service. We will also host two general interest tracks, open to everyone. The Old Testament community will dive into Isaiah 40–66, and the New Testament community will explore The Chosen.

As part of Summit, noted theologian and author, Dr. Nijay Gupta, will lead our Anchor Point plenary session. In addition to the thought-provoking words of Dr. Gupta, we will spend time enjoying a meal together and lifting our voices in praise to God with worship led by United Voice Worship. We are also excited to welcome keynote speakers, Naomi Walters (Dean of the School of Theology and Ministry, Rochester Christian University), Jerry Taylor (Associate Professor Emeritus, Abilene Christian University), and Nathan Burrow (Preaching Minister, Hillcrest Church of Christ) as they reflect on the theme of “Encounter.”

We invite you to join us in Abilene on October 8-10, 2025. For more information and to register, visit the Summit website at acu.edu/siburt-summit.

Join the ACU Jazz Band, the HSU Jazz Band, and the ACU Swing Cats for a night of live big band swing music and dance! The bands will provide exciting standards of the WW2 swing era for your listening and dancing pleasure, and all are welcome. There is a free beginner dance lesson at 7:00, and the music starts at 8:00.
Tickets are $5 for students with ID and $10 for community members. Email Cole.Bennett@acu.edu for more information or advance ticket purchases.