Worship Opportunities

Sunday
9:00 AM & 10:30 AM – Morning Worship Services

Tuesday
Join Pastor Bob for the Men’s Prayer Breakfast 8:00 AM in the Fellowship Center.
All are invited to come to our weekly prayer service at 11:00 AM in the Johnson Prayer Service.

Wednesday Night
Pastor Madden returns to Wednesday nights with a new series for summer, “The Upper Room Disclosure.”  Join us at 7:00 PM in the Dining Center.  Please feel free to bring a dish to share.  Below is a monthly schedule of items to bring:
First Wednesday:  Sandwiches
Second Wednesday:  Casseroles
Third Wednesday:  Wings and Things
Fourth Wednesday:  Sweets
Fifth Wednesday: Potluck (bring anything to share)

Upcoming Events

Church Picnic
Our annual church picnic will be Sunday, May 25 from 5:00 – 7:00 PM here at the church.  We will have hamburgers & hotdogs with all the fixings and even a gluten free option, two dessert trucks, games, inflatables, face painting, balloon art, etc.  Join us for a great time of food, fun, and fellowship.

Memorial Day Ceremony
All are invited to a Memorial Day Ceremony to remember and honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice on Monday, May 26 at 11:30 AM at Veteran’s Pointe Park (within Duncan Park) 1000 Duncan Park Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29302.

Shred-A-Thon & Food Drive
Join us for a free community Shred-A-Thon on Thursday, June 5 from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM here at Praise.  Praise Cathedral, Shred-A-Way, and Greer Community Ministries are partnering to provide secure document shredding services to the community.  Safely dispose of old paperwork and protect your personal information.  Additionally, we’ll be collecting canned goods for Greer Community Ministries.  Items most needed include instant potatoes, cream corn, peas, carrots, and mixed vegetables.  Bring your documents and donation, and let’s make a difference together!

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 (“Power Hour”)
Wednesday
7:00 PM:  Royal Rangers & Girls’ Club

Upcoming Events
Friday-Saturday, May 16-17: Royal Rangers Pow Wow
Wednesday, May 21: Royal Rangers’ awards night at 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 25: Promotion Sunday
Tuesday-Friday, May 25-27: VBS set-up (Np Wednesday Night classes)
Sunday, June 1:  All Praise Kids will worship with their families in the Worship Center.  Nursery will be available.
Sunday-Wednesday, June 1-4: VBS from 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Sunday, June 8:  Reflections from VBS / Student led service
Wednesdays, June 11-July 9:  No Wednesday night services due to renovations.
Sundays, June 25 & July 6:  No class due to renovations.
Wednesday, August 6:  Praise Kids color run, water games, and foam party on the old ball field from 6:30 – 8:30 PM.  Snow cones and cookies will be served.

VBS
REGISTER ONLINE HERE

Your child will not want to miss this VBS! This year’s theme is “Basic Training.”  We have an exciting week planned for your child. Praise Kid’s VBS is designed for all children 3 years of age to rising 5th grade. Register your child now. Contact Melaine Raynes at mraynes@praisecathedral.org or Pastor Donna at dburdette@praisecathedral.org or 864-879-4878 with any questions.
VBS Service Times:
Sunday, June 1 – Wednesday, June 4 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

2026 Kids Retreat
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
All kids in 1st-5th grades are invited to our Praise Kids Retreat on Friday, April 17 – Sunday, April 19, 2026 at Look Up Lodge in Travelers Rest, SC.  The cost is $170 per person and includes lodging, six meals, and two water days. A $25 nonrefundable deposit is required at the time of registration. Your kids will not want to miss this great time of fellowship and time with the Lord.  Kids and Chaperones, please register at the link above.  Contact Pastor Donna at dburdette@praisecathedral.org or 864-879-4878 with any questions.

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

Middle School VBS
REGISTER ONLINE HERE
All rising 6th-8th graders are invited to join us for “Paint the World” VBS on Sunday, June 1 – Wednesday, June 4.  Service times will be from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.  Please register at the link above.  Contact Pastor Bo at 864-879-4878 or bmadden@praisecathedral.org with any questions.

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

Pastor Bo Madden
bmadden@praisecathedral.org

 

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY


Pastor Jonathan McClain

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 the meal on Sunday, June 1 in the Dining Center, following the 10:30 AM worship service.  The menu will include, ham, macaroni & cheese, northern beans, slaw, cornbread, and strawberry cake.  Please register at the link above or at the Connect Center.  Contact Steve or Sue at showard@praisecathedral.org with any questions.

Ladies Tea
Our next Senior Ladies Tea will be Tuesday, August 13.  Registration will open in July. Contact Sue Howard at showard@praisecathedral.org 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

Pastor Brent Rains
brentrains@praisecathedral.org

 

LADIES' MINISTRIES
MEN'S MINISTRY

Pastor Chris Criswell
ccriswell@praisecathedral.org

SUPPORT MINISTRIES