Weβve always got events happening for students throughout the semester!
Listed down below youβll find the larger student events that weβve got planned. Follow us on Instagram @vinechurchcollege for updates on events and to see other things our students are up to.
Weβd also encourage you to check out one of our small groups! They are a great place to form friendships and get more connected with other college students here at Vine. Groups meet weekly to form real relationships and discuss relevant Bible topics intended to help you grow and live out your faith.
College Nights
College Night will be a service for college students and recent graduates that will be held in the main auditorium. Feel free to come as you are, this will be a great environment to invite your friends to hear Bible teaching, worship, and pray for one another. There will be activities and/or food at the end of the night so students can hang out and further their relationships with one another.
College Nights
College Night will be a service for college students and recent graduates that will be held in the main auditorium. Feel free to come as you are, this will be a great environment to invite your friends to hear Bible teaching, worship, and pray for one another. There will be activities and/or food at the end of the night so students can hang out and further their relationships with one another.
College Nights
College Night will be a service for college students and recent graduates that will be held in the main auditorium. Feel free to come as you are, this will be a great environment to invite your friends to hear Bible teaching, worship, and pray for one another. There will be activities and/or food at the end of the night so students can hang out and further their relationships with one another.
Float-In Movie Night
Join us for the perfect fall movie night on the Darlingβs pond! We will have snacks, hot apple cider, a bonfire, and a movie!
Semester Kick Off Party
We are kicking off this semester with a bang! This will be a great chance to get to know other college students! There will be food trucks and yard games! Invite your friends to come hangout! We will be set up behind/around the North Building.
College Nights
College Night will be a service for college students and recent graduates that will be held in the main auditorium from 7-9 p.m. Feel free to come as you are, this will be a great environment to invite your friends to hear Bible teaching, worship, and pray for one another. There will be activities and/or food at the end of the night so students can hang out and further their relationships with one another.
College Nights
College Night will be a service for college students and recent graduates that will be held in the main auditorium from 7-9 p.m. Feel free to come as you are, this will be a great environment to invite your friends to hear Bible teaching, worship, and pray for one another. There will be activities and/or food at the end of the night so students can hang out and further their relationships with one another.
College Nights
College Night will be a service for college students and recent graduates that will be held in the main auditorium from 7-9 p.m. Feel free to come as you are, this will be a great environment to invite your friends to hear Bible teaching, worship, and pray for one another. There will be activities and/or food at the end of the night so students can hang out and further their relationships with one another.
College Nights
College Night will be a service for college students and recent graduates that will be held in the main auditorium from 7-9 p.m. Feel free to come as you are, this will be a great environment to invite your friends to hear Bible teaching, worship, and pray for one another. There will be activities and/or food at the end of the night so students can hang out and further their relationships with one another.
Cram Nights
Weβll provide everything you need for your last minute studying! Weβve got the coffee, printing, wifi, and quiet study areas all free to you. Plus weβve got the fun stuff like free pizza, video games, and cornhole whenever you need a study break. Invite your classmates and friends to come crush your last-minute finals prep with us!
This event will be located in our North Building this year.
College Students Fall Party
Join us for a costume party in Evergreen Park! Weβll have lots of games and activities that night including costume kickball. Fall snacks and drinks will be provided. Wear your best costume and invite your friends to come join the fun!
Worship Night
Weβll be having a worship night out at Giant City, Shelter #3. Afterwards, weβll enjoy a bonfire and sβmores together.
26th Anniversary Party
We are celebrating our 26th year as a church with our annual anniversary party! This will take place at Vine behind our buildings and will be catered by Great Boars of Fire. This is a church-wide event and we will have activities for all ages including yard games and inflatables. In addition to celebrating 26 years, we will celebrate with those who are getting baptized!
Fall Cookout
This will be a great chance to get to know other college students! Hotdogs, hamburgers, chips, and drinks will be provided as well as some games on the front lawn after the 11am service.
Cram Nights
Weβll provide everything you need for your last minute studying! Weβve got the coffee, printing, wifi, and quiet study areas all free to you. Plus weβve got the fun stuff like free pizza, basketball, and cornhole whenever you need a study break. Invite your classmates and friends to come crush your last-minute finals prep with us!
Real Talk
This night will be a time for college students to hear honest teaching on what the Bible has to say about relationships.
The Big Game
Join us for food, games, prizes, and the football game up on the big screen in the North building!
Membership Bible Training
Membership Bible Training is a seven-week course for those in a small group who are interested in becoming members of Vine Church. We will address a number of topics from the Bible that are important for Christians to know and believe. Everyone who registers will receive a free copy of a book to utilize as a companion throughout the training. A light dinner and childcare will be provided each week.
Registration for this event is required and can be found below or on our app.
Cram Nights
Weβll provide everything you need for your last minute studying! Weβve got the coffee, printing, wifi, and quiet study areas all free to you. Plus weβve got the fun stuff like free pizza, basketball, and cornhole whenever you need a study break. Invite your classmates and friends to come crush your last-minute finals prep with us!
Fall Retreat 2021
Our annual fall retreat is a great chance to get extended time with Jesus and build relationships in the church. We will have four sessions of teaching, worship, and prayer, with time between for rest and activities.
Fall Party
Grab your friends and join us for a fall party! Weβll have a bonfire, apple cider, lattes, and other season themed activities. The party will be located behind our North Building.
Blacklight Dodgeball
Get ready to duck and dodge under the blacklight with us! Wear a white shirt or neon shirt to make sure youβll glow. Food and sports drinks will be provided.
Real Talk: Anxiousness & Stress
What is anxiety and stress and how do we live in a world of it? What does the Bible have to say about anxiousness? This is what we will explore in more depth.
Fall Cookout
This will be a great chance to get to know other college students! Brats and games will be provided on the front lawn after the 11am service.
Sand Volleyball Tournament
Gather your friends and start practicing your volley! Weβre having a bracket-style sand volleyball tournament on July 25th! Click below for more info or to register.
Cram Nights
Weβll provide everything you need for your last minute studying! Weβve got the coffee, printing, wifi, and quiet study areas all free to you. Plus weβve got the fun stuff like free pizza, basketball, and sand volleyball whenever you need a study break. Invite your classmates and friends to come crush your last-minute finals prep with us!
Glow Night
College students, join us for an epic black light night! Weβll have some cool glow night games like inflatable axe throwing and a gladiator ring to face off against your friends! Weβll also have glowing corn hole, ping pong, and lite bright. Free food will be provided as well as glow sticks and face paint. Donβt miss a chance at some gift card giveaways and a night full of fun! Wear white or neon and bring your friends!
Real Talk
This night will be a time for college students to hear honest teaching on what the Bible has to say about relationships. This will take the place of the 5pm college student Sunday service. If you donβt want to miss a week in our current βValuesβ teaching series, you are welcome to attend one of our Sunday morning services as well.
The Big Game
Join us for food, games, prizes, and the football game up on the big screen in the North building!
Float-In Movie Night
Join us for this special fall event! Bring your kayak, canoe, or something that floats to enjoy some shows as you float on the lake! Weβll provide fall snacks and beverages. There will even be a popcorn Island in the middle of the lake!
If you don't have a kayak or canoe you can bring a chair or blanket and watch from land!
Following the 5pm service we will carpool out there together.
Carpooling will be necessary due to limited parking.
If you are bringing a canoe or kayak, you must drop it off at Vine from 1-4pm.
The location address is:
4000 Old US Hwy 51
Makanda, IL 62958
Additional parking available on White Deer Run.