In 2014 Alex and Misty Fallin were asked if they knew anyone in Cleveland that would be interested in attending a home Bible study. When that list grew to over 25 people, it became clear that this was the start of something bigger than they had anticipated.

 The group (that would later be known as FAC Cleveland) met for the very first time in a basketball gymnasium, with 20 people in attendance. Over the next 5 years more than 70 people would be taught, “Search for Truth” in the Cleveland public library led by the Carpenters and the Ericksons, who serve as pastors of FAC Maryville. The influence of FAC Maryville was instrumental in the forming of both the Fallins and FAC Cleveland. As time progressed, the Fallins took on more and more responsibility and quickly became the sole teachers of the Bible studies in Cleveland.

Personal Bible studies are what FAC Cleveland has been built on. These Bible studies produced key leaders in the church. Bible studies and personal connection are still a crucial part of FAC Cleveland’s culture.
 
FAC Cleveland’s first service was held at the Holiday Inn and this would remain the location of Sunday services while midweek services took place in the Fallin’s home until April of 2020 when we held our first service in our first building. The dedicated family of FAC worked tirelessly to completely renovate our current facility. In just 30 days FAC raised money and renovated a building that was in desperate need of repair. This was nothing short of a miracle. The hard work and dedication that was put into the church facility is another key ingredient to our wonderful story.

Since securing a building, we have launched small groups and discipleship programs. Personal relationships remain at the core of who we are. The vision of FAC Cleveland is not only to build a healthy church in Cleveland but also in surrounding cities. We want to see the gospel preached to every tribe, nation, and tongue.