Welcome to

House of Praise
Full Gospel MBC

“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.

Bishop Wayne Thomas
A Message From Our Pastor

You’re Invited to Visit Us

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
First Lady Chericia Thomas, Associate Pastor
First Lady & Associate Pastor

Chericia 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)

Join Us This Week

Doors open 20 minutes before each service. Dress is casual — come as you are.

Sunday

Sunday School

9:30 AM

Classes for all ages

Sunday

Morning Worship

10:30 AM

Praise, prayer, & anointed preaching

Thursday

Bible Study & Prayer

5:30 PM

Mid-week study in the Word

Visiting Us?

Here’s What to Expect

1

A Warm Welcome

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.

2

Spirit-Filled Worship

Heartfelt praise, prayer, anointed music, and preaching straight from God's Word. Come ready to be encouraged and lifted up.

3

Come As You Are

Some folks dress up, some come in jeans. Bring the kids — nursery is available for infants through age 4 during the morning service.

About Our Church

A House of Praise.

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.

What We Believe

We hold to the historic truths of the Christian faith. Here are four of them.

The Bible

We believe the Bible is the inspired Word of God — our final authority for faith and everyday living.

The Trinity

One God eternally existing in three Persons: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

Salvation

By grace, through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ alone — not of works, lest any man should boast.

The Holy Spirit

We believe the Holy Spirit fills, leads, and empowers believers to live for God and serve others.

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Our Latest Message

Enter His Courts With Praise

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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Upcoming Events

Mark your calendar — and bring a friend.

Spring Revival

June
11 & 12

6:00 PM Nightly

This Year’s Theme

“Lord, Send Forth the Laborers Into the Vineyard”

— Luke 10:2

Guest Evangelist

Pastor Eugene Stevenson

New Jerusalem Baptist Church

Join Us — All Are Welcome

Jun

07

Sunday • Meet 12:30 PM, Depart 1:00 PM

Pastor Tibbs’ 22nd Anniversary

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

House of Praise Community Feed

We open our doors to share a hot meal and the love of Christ with our Alexandria neighbors. Everyone is welcome at the table.

Our Ministries

There’s a place for every member of the family.

Sunday School

Classes for every age, every Sunday at 9:30 AM.

Youth Group

Teens meet Thursdays after Bible study for fellowship and discipleship.

Ladies' Fellowship

Monthly Bible study, prayer time, and service projects.

Men's Prayer Breakfast

First Saturday of every month at 8:00 AM.

Nursing Home Ministry

Hymn-sings and Bible reading at local senior homes every other week.

14Plan of Salvation

How to Know You’re Saved.

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.

A

Admit

Romans 3:23

Admit that you are a sinner. “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.”

B

Believe

Romans 5:8

Believe that Jesus Christ died for you. “While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.”

C

Call

Romans 10:13

Call upon the Lord. “Whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved.”

Giving

Support the Work of the Lord.

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

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Come Worship With Us

Address

8 Prospect Street
Alexandria, LA 71301

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