Worship Opportunities
Sunday
9:00 AM & 10:30 AM – Morning Worship Services
Tuesday
No Men’s Prayer Breakfast on Tuesday, November 26.
Prayer Service at 11:00 AM in the Johnson Prayer Chapel
Wednesday Night
Join us for Pastor’s Bible Study at 7:00 PM in the Dining Center.
Upcoming Events
Calendar of Events
November 27 – No mid-week services
November 27-28 – Office Closed (Thanksgiving)
December 4 – Praise Kids Caroling in the Village
December 8 – Adult Christmas Program at 10:30 AM & 3:00 PM (No 9:00 AM service)
December 11 – Last mid-week service of 2024
December 13 – Fruit Bagging at 1:00 PM
December 15 – Fruit Sunday
December 15 – Nursery Parade, Preschool and Kids Christmas Program at 5:00 PM
December 24 – Christmas Eve Communion Service at 11:00 AM
December 24-January 5 – Office Closed (Christmas & New Years)
January 8 – Mid-week services return
Operation Christmas Child
Boxes will be available this Sunday, November 10 in the foyer of the Worship Center. The completed boxes are due by Sunday, December 1 and can be dropped off in the foyer of the Worship Center or at the church office Monday-Thursday from 8:30 AM -4:30 PM.
Operation Christmas Child Workdays
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
We have three opportunities to help with the Operation Christmas Child collection center in Charlotte, Saturday, November 23 from 1:00 PM- 5:00 PM, Saturday, November 30 from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM, and Tuesday, December 3 from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Volunteers between the ages of 13-17 will need to be accompanied by a parent/guardian. If you are interested in assisting, please register at the link above. Please note, there are only 12 people per shift. Contact Rhonda Neal at rhondaneal.rn@gmail.com with any questions.
Packages of Love
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
We are collecting unwrapped gifts for children in need in our local areas for this Christmas season. Please register at the link above to choose an age range and gender (you may choose more than one). All gifts will need to be dropped off at the Connect Center or the church office by Sunday, December 15. The general rule we have followed is the gifts purchased can fall in the range of $25-$100 and can be toys and/or clothing items. Additional items needed for the family would be blankets, small space heaters, paper products, and gas cards. You may also drop off gift bags and wrapping paper for the parents to be able to wrap their child’s gift. Please contact Pastor Jeff at 864-879-4878 or jshirley@praisecathedral.org to receive a suggestion list or if you have any questions.
Christmas Program
Join us for our Christmas program, “Holy Night” on Sunday, December 8 at 10:30 AM or 3:00 PM. Invite your friends and family.
Veterans Outreach
Information Form
If you are a Veteran or know a Veteran who would like to be a part of our new Veterans’ outreach group please fill out the form found in the link above.
Nursing Homes
If you are interested in helping with the nursing homes, please contact Pastor Chris at 864-879-4878 or ccriswell@praisecathedral.org.
DEPARTMENT NEWS
PRAISE KIDS
Pastor Donna Burdette
dburdette@praisecathedral.org
Praise Kids’ Service Times
Sunday
9:00 – 9:45 AM: First Service Children’s Church
10:00 AM: Small Groups (Sunday School)
9:45 – 10:20 AM: Parents, drop off your children for Small Groups (Sunday School) and then join us in the first classroom on the right in the Children’s Center for breakfast and fellowship.
10:30 AM: Second Service Children’s Church
Wednesday
7:00 PM: Royal Rangers & Girls’ Club
Christmas Play Practice
Christmas play practice continues this Sunday at 5:00 PM for all preschool and elementary kids. First through fifth grade will meet in Praise Town and three to five years old will meet in Praise Park. If you would like for your child to participate in these programs, they must attend the practices on Sunday evenings. Please contact Pastor Donna at 864-879-4878 or dburdette@praisecathedral.org with any questions.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, November 20: Turkey decorating (Lil Sweethearts only)
Wednesday, November 27: No mid-week services
Wednesday, December 4: Caroling & Cookies in Praise Village
Monday, December 9: Kids’ Christmas play practice from 6:30 – 8:00 PM in the Worship Center
Wednesday, December 11: Kids’ Christmas play practice from 6:30 – 8:00 PM in the Worship Center
Friday, December 13: Kids’ Christmas play practice (dress rehearsal) from 6:30 – 8:00 PM in the Worship Center
Sunday, December 15: Praise Babies Parade and Kids’ Christmas play
Wednesday, December 18: Kids’ Christmas party at Taylors Roller Sports
Sunday, December 22 & 29: No Kids’ services. Everyone worship together in the Worship Center. (Nursery will be provided)
Wednesday, December 25: No mid-week services
Praise Kids Shirts
Praise Kids t-shirts and sweatshirts are on sale. Hoodies are $15.00, Crewnecks are $10.00, T-shirts are $7.00. Stop by the Children’s Center to purchase.
iFit Class
If you are interested in volunteering for the iFit class for special needs children, please contact Pastor Donna at dburdette@praisecathedral.org or 864-879-4878.
PCS STUDENT MINISTRY
Pastor Bo Madden
bmadden@praisecathedral.org
Parents’ Facebook Group
Parents…make sure to follow us on our PCS Parent Facebook group so you can keep up with everything happening in PCS. Search for PCS Parents on Facebook, and request to join.
COLLEGE MINISTRY
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
Wednesday Night Bible Study & Fellowship
Join us on Wednesdays at 7:00 PM in the Dining Center for Bible Study & Fellowship. Contact Pastor Jonathan at 864-879-4878 or jmcclain@praisecathedral.org for more information or to find out how you can get involved in our Young Adult Ministry.
HIGHLIGHTS SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY
Steve & Sue Howard
showard@praisecathedral.org
Senior Adult Meal
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
All senior adults are invited to our next meal on Sunday, December 1 in the Dining Center following the 10:30 AM worship service. This will be our Christmas celebration and the menu will include turkey & dressing, macaroni & cheese, green beans, sweet potato casserole, cranberry sauce, rolls, and red velvet cake. Please register online at the link above or at the Connect Center. Contact Steve and Sue Howard at showard@praisecathedral.org or 864-879-4878 with any questions.
Ladies Tea
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
Our next ladies’ tea at 12:00 PM will be Tuesday, December13 in the Dining Center. Please bring finger foods to share. Last name A-H bring a savory dish, G-Z bring a sweet dish. Also bring a small ($15 or less) wrapped gift. Register at the link above. Contact Sue Howard at showard@praisecathedral.org or 864-879-4878 with any questions.
MUSIC MINISTRY NEWS
Pastor Bob McCuen
bmccuen@praisecathedral.org
Are you are interested in being a part of the choir? Please contact Pastor Bob at 864-350-8433 or bmccuen@praisecathedral.org for more information.
PRAYER & INTERCESSION MINISTRY
Our Prayer and Intercessory Ministry Team is continually covering your needs and requests in prayer. Prayer requests may be submitted online or in the boxes located throughout the lobby. If you are interested in joining our team, please email Becky McCuen at rebeccamccuen@praisecathedral.org, or contact the church office at 864-879-4878.
FAMILY MINISTRIES
LADIES' MINISTRIES
MEN'S MINISTRY
Pastor Chris Criswell
ccriswell@praisecathedral.org
SUPPORT MINISTRIES
