Appleton Alliance Church Review

I tried to like this church, I really did. It seems something is missing and if I had to put a name to it, it would be "heart" and love. Every so often the pastor and his son hold a Q and A session for the Sunday service instead of having a sermon. (More appropriate for a weekday meeting.) One of these QA sessions, Dennis announced that he was handing the church over to Millennials in 5 years (about 1 year ago he said this) because he didn't want the church to become a "Gray-haired" congregation. OH, so I guess only Millennials count? As being close to retirement age myself, it felt like a slap in the face. I tried going there a few more times, but eventually stopped. There are better churches in the area.

I attend off and on, and am amazed at the music and visual display, but feel something is missing.... then I attended on 2/10 and listened to first of 5 lectures about the future of the church, reaching out globally... #1 was a history lesson of religious impact over centuries, which I didn t find very relevant... then I read obituary in today s paper and saw a 48 year old member of AAC passed unexpectedly 3 days ago... obit said his faith in Jesus was very important to him and he attended Monday Men s group regular, so he must have been a well known member of church... yet no mention of this mans passing... that s what is missing, the personal connection instead of a focus on global teachings and ambition...lower your sights so you don t miss what s right in front of us

We love our church body! AAC has sound Biblical teaching, great fellowship, many opportunities to get involved and volunteer, and great support groups. Great church home.

Grew up going to this church and it s been amazing to see how it s grown up with me. They truly are a family of people that care about enriching the community and people in it. Pastor Episcopo is also my favorite pastor I have ever come across. He is a phenomenal speaker. If you are new to the area and looking for a good church to go to, I recommend this one.

very friendly church, the truth if the Bible is preached to impact our lives, wonderful praise and worship-I am proud to call it my church home

Always good music & message. I always leave with a good feeling.

Come and hear the gospel! Connecting people to God and one another.

There was a rude guy wearing a David Ortiz jersey who was swearing at my kids. I know all gods children are capable of sin, but why would a grown man yell at children. I also think he had a

Pastor Dennis is not a boring old man, he tells jokes, stories and shares personal antidotes that are humorous BUT he does still get out the message that JESUS is the KING. He talks about his Catholic upbringing and how now he knows you can't earn your way to heaven with deeds ... the only way in is by believing that Jesus died for your sins and accepting HIM as your personal savior. His son Brian is also a pastor and I enjoy his sermons too.

I go here about once a month (not so much anymore) and nearly everytime the sermons are bragging about how much money the church is making rather than spiritual and the Bible. It is a so-called conservative church and that is bragged about way too much too. I went to Bible study where they were asking me to sign a petition in supporting Scott Walker. Also many bumper stickers in parking lot with proRepublican connotation. Derogatory messages about everyone else. I'm like wow and how idol worship is taking over not only here but across the nation.

A great place for worship. Even though this church is one of the largest it still has a great family atmosphere. Sermons are spot on and broken down to an everyday level. The 8am and 11am is less packed if you don't want super crowded.

We're used to much smaller gatherings, but all the people here make us feel love and cared about each time we visit.

First time being there for the streets of Bethlehem omg did they do an amazing job!! We are making it a tradition to make it every year!

Most of the sermons seem to be about a yet to be revealed business plan. Not inspirational or good messages.

This is one of the best churches I've ever been to, it's big enough to be able to do all kinds of things but it's small enough to still have that little community church feel. Pastor Denis is awesome and the children's ministry is next to none. AAC has the absolute best children's ministry of any church I have ever been to or heard about. If you're on the fence about coming here just come once and see it for yourself.

Great church, good messages. Great pastors. Would be better without background music while praying, just saying.

THANK YOU to whomever took the time to create the Christmas photo staging area by the fireplace on Christmas Eve! We relocated to Appleton this year and have made AAC our church home. Thankful and grateful for this beautiful church!! LOVE AAC!!!

I love the place for the funeral of Mitch and voting

We LOVE-LOVE -LOVE Appleton Alliance Church. It's THE BEST part of our weekend!

Appleton alliance has some of the best people I know working there. Chera is amazing and has taken the time to personally visit our home.
The love of God shines through the people who work here.
It's not just a job for them . It's a family doing Gods work

you know, they've got everything. They're a huge place,They've even got a restaurant inside. However I was offended by the server's tee shirt, which said "School of Wizardry and witchcraft'". That doesn't belong in a church!!!

Genuine people and excellent programs for the whole family

Great place to worship, find friends, hear God's Word call it home.

Went for the christmas Jerusalem thing. Was really cool.

Not being of that faith I did hear some interesting things from people I work with that go there like they've got excellent coffees High Comfort chairs and really excellent music

Streets of Bethlehem is an amazing production. One feels like they have stepped back in time and you're standing in all of the action. They had living animals, and actors act and talk as if it was real. Everyone was friendly and eager to assist with any question or need. Admission is free, well worth the visit.

This is a very warm and friendly church in spite of how big it is. Excellent music, amazing worship, and wonderful teaching! If you re trying to find your way back to God this is a good place to start!

Great place to worship and awesome children's ministry!

The Worship Band's music is uplifting, with contemporary songs; Pastor Dennis always gives a relevant and inspiring sermon!

Well, I was only there for ny ymca school age staff training, but the facility is big, clean and looks really nice. Plus it has a little food store in the front room.

Wow! Great message and wonderful community. Looking forward to coming again.

Amazing place to worship and find yourselves with God!

AAC is an amazing, welcoming church. Whether you've been a Christian all your life, or you've never set foot in a church before, there is a place for you here.

This is my home church and it is wonderful! Pastor Dennis Episcipo and his son Bryan are great preachers that know how to keep it real and relevant to the world we live in.

Attended since it was on Durkee Street and the to the new building and various additions to the mega campus. There emphasis is on the 30's and 40's with little concern for those 50 and over, even though that age group were the ones were the major contributors; homes paid for, cars paid for, kids out of college! The new sanctuary sound system made the music way above OSHA standards; church alerted and response was 'it is not over the 30 minute limit'. Finally so unpleasant, even with ear plugs and with the recommendation of an audiologist, we chose to leave. Preaching was always good, people were friendly, not always sure that donations were used in the best manner. I agree with other posters that learning who has passed, who needs prayer or who needs help is not available. The only way to be connected is to belong to a mini-church.

The Holy Spirit is obviously present in this place. Always positive and uplifting.

Truely worshipping an almighty God. Truely living out the call to making the world know who God is.

If you are looking for a place to be at,like without Judgment, this is the place to be! I live it here, and it teaches me a lot.

Such a beautiful and truly honest place of great faith. People really worship there with sincerity. I call it my 2nd home. Wonderful church!!

Very friendly church for both adults and kids! They have activities to help kids under stand more about God and Jesus. They are a great place to go to for ages 3months and up! They even have a baby center where babies can learn about Jesus and god.

LOVE the worship team and pastors! My 7 yr old just loves Pathways kids!

I am glad that things went that way to get some rest God is alive in this place with something foe everyone in your family. Come if you are able to visit them and see for yourself.

Very welcoming, especially to newcomers. Came for Streets of Bethlehem, stayed for years to come because of the pastor and the messages.

Really nice church!! Love the size, people are very friendly and all faiths seem to be welcome!!

Awesome church with sound biblical teaching and amazing kids ministry for all ages.

Was there several times. Luv the music and the sermons.

Love the feeling of hope & peace after Sunday service!

The youth group, Greenhouse is amazing. It's a place where all kids 7-12 grade can go and feel like they have a place where they belong because everyone matters.

I'm a big crowd loud music kind of person. This is definitely my kind of church. For someone who doesn't know anything about the Bible, they really know how to break it down for ya and explain every detail. Even to the meaning of many words in the bible

I'll admit, I was hesitant about going to a "mega" church when I first moved up to Appleton. But I went for a few Sunday's in a row, and I can assure you that AAC is not big because they preach a prosperity gospel. Pastor Denis shoots it straight, and doesn't sugar coat anything. I leave every Sunday feeling challenged and refreshed. It also helps if you can find someplace to volunteer. This will help you get to know people, and the church starts to feel quite a bit smaller once you know some people who go there. Definitely worth checking out!

Been going here for 8 years, love pastor Episcapo and all the pastoral staff. The teaching is very biblical. Discoveryland is amazing for kids to learn about Jesus and let the parents have adult time to hear the good news as well. Beautiful campus, love the cafe with the great coffee and food. Mini churches, Women's studies, men's studies, young adults gathering nights, high school groups...so many ways to bring this large church down to a personal level.

Good infrastructure
Nice temple