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“Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise.”— Psalm 100:4 (KJV)
Can’t join us in person? Worship with us live online every Sunday at 10:30 AM.
Hello friend — I’m Bishop Wayne Thomas, and on behalf of our House of Praise church family I want to personally invite you to come worship with us.
We’re a Spirit-filled, Christ-centered church that loves God, lifts up His name in praise, and loves people. Whether you’ve walked with the Lord for years or you’re just beginning to seek Him, there’s a place for you at our table — come as you are.
A Doctor of Theology, Bishop Thomas has been preaching for 18 years and pastoring for 14. He and his wife, First Lady Chericia Thomas, planted House of Praise in 2012 and are raising two daughters.
— Bishop Wayne Thomas
Meet Bishop Wayne Thomas
Bishop Thomas is joined in ministry by his wife, First Lady Chericia Thomas, who serves alongside him as Associate Pastor.
A graduate of Omega Theological Seminary with a Bachelor of Theology, she has served beside her husband since the founding of House of Praise — raising their two daughters and pouring her life into this church family.
What shall we then say to these things? If God be for us, who can be against us?
— Romans 8:31 (KJV)
Doors open 20 minutes before each service. Dress is casual — come as you are.
Sunday
9:30 AM
Classes for all ages
Sunday
10:30 AM
Praise, prayer, & anointed preaching
Thursday
5:30 PM
Mid-week study in the Word
A greeter will meet you at the door, hand you a bulletin, and help you find a seat. We don't make first-time visitors stand up or sing solos.
Heartfelt praise, prayer, anointed music, and preaching straight from God's Word. Come ready to be encouraged and lifted up.
Some folks dress up, some come in jeans. Bring the kids — nursery is available for infants through age 4 during the morning service.
We’re a Spirit-filled, family-oriented Full Gospel Missionary Baptist church in Alexandria, Louisiana. We gather to worship the Lord Jesus Christ, grow in His Word, and reach our community with the love and hope of the Gospel.
Our mission is simple: to love God, love people, and lift up the name of Jesus — with open arms for everyone who walks through our doors.
Read our full statement of faith →Worship
We lift up the name of Jesus with heartfelt, Spirit-filled praise.
The Word
We preach and teach the Word of God — sound doctrine for everyday life.
Family
We love one another, look out for each other, and grow together in Christ.
We hold to the historic truths of the Christian faith. Here are four of them.
We believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God — our final authority for faith and everyday living.
One God eternally existing in three Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
By grace, through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ alone — not of works, lest any man should boast.
We believe the Holy Spirit fills, leads, and empowers believers to live for God and serve others.
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Text: Psalm 100
Preacher: Bishop Wayne Thomas
Worship is more than a song — it’s a way of life. A message on coming before God with thanksgiving and letting praise open the door to His presence.
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Spring Revival
June
11 & 12
6:00 PM Nightly
This Year’s Theme
— Luke 10:2
Guest Evangelist
Pastor Eugene Stevenson
New Jerusalem Baptist Church
Join Us — All Are WelcomeJun
07
Sunday • Meet 12:30 PM, Depart 1:00 PM
Bishop Thomas preaches for Pastor Donald Tibbs’ 22nd Pastoral Anniversary at St John Missionary Baptist Church — 444 Mailbox Rd, Evergreen, LA 71333. Meet at House of Praise at 12:30 PM; we travel together, leaving at 1:00 PM.
Jun
27
Saturday • 11:00 AM
We open our doors to share a hot meal and the love of Christ with our Alexandria neighbors. Everyone is welcome at the table.
There’s a place for every member of the family.
Classes for every age, every Sunday at 9:30 AM.
Teens meet Thursdays after Bible study for fellowship and discipleship.
Monthly Bible study, prayer time, and service projects.
First Saturday of every month at 8:00 AM.
Hymn-sings and Bible reading at local senior homes every other week.
The Bible tells us salvation is a gift from God, received by faith in His Son Jesus Christ. The Roman Road through Scripture lays it out simply.
Romans 3:23
Admit that you are a sinner. “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.”
Romans 5:8
Believe that Jesus Christ died for you. “While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”
Romans 10:13
Call upon the Lord. “Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.”
Your tithes and offerings keep the doors open, the lights on, and the ministry moving forward. Give securely online with Givelify — or drop your offering in the plate Sunday morning.
“Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give... for God loveth a cheerful giver.”— 2 Corinthians 9:7
A few photos from the past few months.
Sunday Worship
VBS Week
Fellowship Dinner
Baptism Service
Youth Camp
Christmas Service
