PraiZ

I have the priviledge to be a part of a very special group at my church (www.fallscreekcc.org). It's called PraiZ and it meets Sunday nights from 6:30-8pm. We completely geared this service to youth and young adults. While we have struggled with our attendance, the enthusiasm of the people we get is awesome. I looked around last night as we were ending the night with some rocking music and was amazed at the spirit that you could feel in the room. With only 10 people (excluding the band of 5 that was on stage) 3 of which were the "leaders" there was more energy and true heartfelt worship in that room than there was 9 hours before when there was a crowd of probably about 100 or so. How can this be? Just to watch this small group really get into the music and sing together to God not caring how we sound, how we look dancing and clapping, and moving all around. I've been in church and singing praises to the Lord for my whole life and I never remember the excitement level in the room being as high as it is on Sunday nights with a group only large enough to fill one row in the auditorium. I have seen God working on the hearts of these kids and bringing them to Him as we all worship together. It doesn't matter how small the group happens to be on a particular night, the Spirit of the Lord is there with us and it can be seen and felt through the pure enthusiasm and excitement of those who are there.
For anyone who is interested, PraiZ is designed for those in 6-12 grades and 18-26 years old. It is a laid back, casual, fun time for us to be young and in love with our Lord. I'll fill you in on our upcoming topics in case you or someone you know may be interested. We will never close the doors on anyone who shows up, even if they are out of the age range that group is designed for. If it's a topic they are struggling with, anyone is more than welcome. Jan. 29 we are continuing our "Real Life:Because we all have to deal" series that goes through the month of Feb. Jan 29 is Drugs and alcohol where we will have info, facts, discussion, and Scripture as to how to overcome temptation and addictions. Feb 5 & 12 we will be dealing with Teenage Sex and Premarital Sex in general. On Feb 5, I will be sharing my personal testimony on the subject. And finishing Feb, the last 2 weeks will be talking about Suicide. Testimony, warning signs, how to get help from the Bible, God, and in our community.