News
This page is dedicated to news and happenings around Praise Assembly.
You can also view our Weekly Schedule and Calendar of Events listing in their entirety.
Back to Church Sunday 2018
/βAccept one another, then, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God.β
All are welcome. Join us for service at 10am and then food, fun & festivities!!
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We're celebrating 33 years of ministering in the Newark Area!
Please plan to join us for our Annual Founders Day Picnic right after church. All grilled items and beverages are supplied by the church. Families are asked to bring 2 of the following choices: salad/vegetable dish/dessert; singles are to bring 1 of the following: salad/vegetable dish/dessert.
National Back to Church Sunday is September 16 and you're invited!
After the morning service, weβre hosting our annual picnic and everyone invited to come out for some great food, fellowship, and fun!
Activities include fishing in the pond (don't forget your pole and bait), inflatables, pony rides, face painting, basketball, and all kinds of fun picnic games!
- Inflatables: 1-4 PM
- Pony Rides: 1-2 PM
- Face Painting: 1-2:30 PM
- Mr. Softee Ice Cream Truck: 1:30-3:30 PM
Abundance Fall 2018
/Our Fall 2018 Abundance Electives are here! This is a chance for yet another fresh and meaningful start following failed New Years resolutions. Adults can take part in Financial Peace University, First Place 4 Health, How to Get What You Really Want, Breathing Room, and Single & Parenting. There are meetings for kids and teens as well as childcare for the little ones. It all begins on Sunday, September 23 at 5:30 pm. Everything runs for one hour. Plan now to start a walk in Abundance.
Note: If you've already been through Financial Peace University or First Place 4 Health, you may attend again at no additional cost. Simply use the materials that you've already purchased.
Financial Peace University
We all need a plan for our money. Financial Peace University (FPU) is that plan! It teaches God's ways of handling money. Through video teaching, class discussions and interactive small group activities, FPU presents biblical, practical steps to get from where you are to where you've dreamed you could be. This plan will show you how to get rid of debt, manage your money, spend and save wisely, and much more!
Click here to learn more about Financial Peace University.
Meeting Location: Chapel
First Place 4 Health
First Place 4 Health is a Christ-centered weight-loss and healthy-living program which has guided hundreds of thousands of people to a healthy lifestyle. Members complete a weekly Bible study whichβcombined with prayer and Scripture readingβhelps to impart God's strength, empowering members to overcome temptation and make long-lasting lifestyle changes.
Click here to learn more about First Place 4 Health.
Meeting Location: Room 103A
Single & Parenting
If youβre a single parent, youβre probably tired, overwhelmed, and feeling a bit underappreciated. Thatβs where our Single & Parenting group can help. It's a place to share tips and parenting wisdom that will help you find rest, hope and encouragement. Take the guesswork out of parenting alone. Join the Single & Parenting group at Praise Assembly today.
Click here to learn more about Single & Parenting.
Meeting Location: Room 101
How to Get What You Really Want
What do you want in 2019? Is it a what? Is it a who? Maybe it's a state of mind. Are you sure it's what you really want? Let's figure it out together.
Meeting Location: Sanctuary
Breathing Room
Ever feel like you can't catch your breath? In our attempt to get the most out of life, it's easy to lose control of our lives. For most of us, breathing room feels more like a luxury than a necessity. Learn how to create breathing room in your schedule, finances, and relationships.
Meeting Location: Sanctuary
What an Opportunity for Praise Assembly
/Help us to honor the memory of Sister Betty Walters and provide excellent facilities for the teaching staff at Evangel Bible College in Myanmar. We can build this 6 unit faculty housing building for $66,000.
This facility is currently under construction and will be dedicated almost a year to the day that Betty Walters was called home to be with the Lord. You can give in any of our regular offerings received at church by writing "Myanmar" on your check memo or giving envelope. You can also give online.
Sister Walters was the wife of our founding pastor, Pastor Paul Walters. We can do this with your help!
Praise Assembly announces new Ladies Book Club
/A Ladies Book Club is starting on September 17 and will meet bimonthly, on every 1st and 3rd Monday at 6:30 PM, meeting in the Cafe.
Bring snacks to share, beverages provided. Open to 10th grade and up but no childcare will be provided.
An informational meeting will be held in Room 101 on August 26 following the morning service.
PowerLine Youth Fearless Conference
/Fearless is a brand new, One-Day Conference happening in Pennsylvania.
PowerLine will be going on September 8. The cost to attend is $25 and the deadline to sign up is Sunday, August 26.
Fearless is designed to equip teenagers to make a difference for the Gospel. This is not just an event for βleaders,β itβs an event for all believers!
Students will be inspired and empowered to serve their friends, talk about their faith, and make a difference without fear.
See Pastor Bryan for more info.
Mandy Harvey Live
/America's Got Talent Finalist and Golden Buzzer winner, Mandy Harvey, is coming to Praise Assembly on Sunday, October 7 at 10 AM.
Mandy is an award-winning singer, songwriter, and inspirational speaker who lost her residual hearing at the age of nineteen. Mandy tours the world performing her original music and presenting her inspirational story of never giving up and continuing to try β she calls these messages Wisdom For Life.
Save the date for this free concert and inspiring message.
Invite Everybody!
/As Pastor had shared, Praise Assembly is one of the "best kept secrets" in Delaware. Let's change this. We have a great church and people need to know!
There are two ways that you can help.
FIRST - you can personally invite friends and family to come and see all that goes on here by using the packets of Invite Cards at the Information Desk in the lobby.
SECOND - one very easy way to promote YOUR church is simply by Liking our Facebook page and sharing various posts.
Let's not put a light under a basket- Jesus said, "Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house." Mt 5:15
Kids Camp 2018
/July 23-27, 2018
We are SO looking forward to you joining us for this yearβs SECRET LIFE OF KIDS Camp! We are believing for a great time in Godβs presence and fun fellowship with one another!
VBS 2018 Registration is Open!
/Dates: 07/9/18 - 7/13/18
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
Location: 1421 Old Baltimore Pike, Newark, DE 19702
Father's Day 2018 Contest!
/Does your dad have some crazy socks? If not, go buy him some so he has a chance to win our Father's Day contest! Gift card prizes to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place!
Summer 2018 - No PM Services
/Just a reminder that beginning June 17th through the Summer, all Sunday evening services will be canceled. Pastor and the Board have decided not to hold evening services during the Summer months but will resume in the Fall with a special Abundance Series.
Phil Stacey Live
/American Idol Finalist and Christian Recording Artist, Phil Stacey, is coming to Praise Assembly on Friday, June 1.
You may have seen Phil on Ellen or the Tonight Show or as a featured artist on tours with Michael W Smith or Natalie Grant but one thing is certain, his performances are marked by soulful passion combined with a powerful testimony that demonstrates the faithfulness of God.
There's no charge for the concert but an offering will be received. Bring some friends for a fun night of good music and an uplifting message!
RSVP on Facebook | Doors open at 6:30.
Series: How Things Really Work
/There are two worlds, one seen and one that is veiled. And the cloaked world has great influence upon the world of our five senses.
- How Things Really Work: Daniel
- How Things Really Work: Unity
- How Things Really Work: Three Weapons
- How Things Really Work: Two Worlds
- How Things Really Work: The Power of Words
- How Things Really Work: Weapons
- How Things Really Work: The War Within
- How Things Really Work: The Divine Weapon of Truth
- How Things Really Work: Beware the Lies, Forget the Lies
Looking for a Church on Christmas Eve?
/Youβre welcome here! Please join us at 5:30 PM on Christmas Eve for a special service that celebrates the birth of our Savior.
2017 Kids Church Annual Christmas Musical
/Praise Assembly Kids Church Presents The Christmas Dream Team Parade. Created by Celeste Clydesdale and arranged by David T. Clydesdale.
Itβs Christmas Eve at the Carter home, and everyone is excited about the Christmas parade. However, the Carter kids begin to lose sight of the true reason we celebrate Christmas. This musical from Celeste and David T. Clydesdale combines fun songs and engaging drama to teach kids that Christmas is not simply about the gifts underneath the tree, but about the gift of Christβs life. Join the adventure as the characters learn about the importance of following Jesus and celebrating His gift of life above everything else.
Click here for more information about Praise Kids Church.
Christmas Wrapping for Speed The Light
/PowerLine Youth Ministries is raising money for Speed The Light and they want to help you wrap your Christmas gifts on December 16 (9AM-4PM)! Just drop off your gifts and stop in the Morningstar Cafe for a cup of coffee or hot chocolate!
You can also help us out by donating wrapping paper!
Gift Wrapping Prices
- $3 for one-five small gifts, $5 for six-ten small gifts
- $5 for one-five medium gifts, $7 for six-ten medium gifts
- $7 for one-five large gifts, $10 for six-ten large gifts
- $10 for one-five variety of sizes
- $15 for six-ten variety of sizes
Christmas at Praise - 2017
/December is a packed month at Praise! Donβt miss out on all we have going on!