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Prayer & Praise – InPraise – A – ThonOverview: The Prayer and Praise-In Praise-A-Thon is a fundraising event designedto empower the local church Youth by bringing them together for a night of prayerand praise. This 12-hour night will consist of prayer, praise and worship andactivities similar to a shut-in. Youth will raise funds by requesting pledges prior tothe evening and will track them using the attached Pledge Form. Monies collected*will be turned in that evening. Donors may give a pre-determined amount (seeexample below) or a flat donation.Fundraising Goal (per person):12 Hours: 8:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.10 donors to sow 2.00 for each hour10 donors x 2 x 12 hours 240.00This information packet contains the following materials to aid in preparation forthe Prayer and Praise-In Praise-A-Thon:1. Suggested Prayer and Praise-In Praise-A-Thon Schedulepage 22. Praise and Prayer Schedulepage 3a. Prayer Topic Ideas3. Activity Schedulepage 4a. Activity Ideas4. Ice Breaker Ideaspage 55. Tips and Suggestionspage 66. Pledge Formpage 7*Disclaimer: All monies raised or donated to the Youth will go toward fulfilling thegoal to attend the International AIM Convention.1
Suggested ScheduleThe suggested schedule is a template, but may be followed at the discretion of theYouth Leader.8:00 – 8:30 p.m.Meet and Greet/Introductions/RegistrationPurpose of the NightWhat to Expect8:30 – 9:00 p.m.Ice Breaker*9:00 – 10:00 p.m.Praise and Prayer Schedule I*10:00 – 11:00 p.m.Activity Schedule I*11:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.Praise and Prayer Schedule II12:00 – 1:00 a.m.Activity Schedule II1:00 – 2:00 a.m.Praise and Prayer Schedule III2:00 – 3:00 a.m.Activity Schedule III3:00 – 4:00 a.m.Praise and Prayer Schedule IV4:00 – 5:00 a.m.Activity Schedule IV5:00 – 6:00 a.m.Praise and Prayer Schedule V6:00 – 7:00 a.m.Testimony Service7:00 – 8:00 a.m.Praise and Prayer Schedule VI* - Ice Breaker, Prayer Schedule and Activity Schedule ideas listed separately2
Praise and Prayer Schedule9:00 p.m. 11:00 p.m. 1:00 a.m. 3:00 a.m. 5:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m.Praise and Worship (15 minutes)Prayer Topic #1 (10 minutes)Prayer Topic #2 (10 minutes)Prayer Topic #3 (10 minutes)-Three (3) Prayer Leaders/Warriors will pray for 10 minutes each on aspecific topic.Speaker (15 minutes)Prayer Topic Ideas (not an exhaustive list)1. Abortion2. Addiction3. Bullying4. Church Of God In Christ5. Depression6. Domestic Violence7. Eating Disorders8. General Board9. International Youth Chairlady10. International Youth Department11. International Youth President12. Jobs/Employment13. Peace14. Police Brutality15. Power of the Holy Ghost16. Presiding Bishop17. Scholarships18. School Shootings19. Sexuality20. Stress21. Suicide22. Teenage Pregnancy23. United States Election24. United States President25. World Events3
Activity Schedule10:00 p.m. 12:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m. 4:00 a.m.Four (4) one-hour activities take place in between the Praise and Prayer hours. Thesesessions are designed to enhance the evening with fun activities for the Youth. Variousideas are listed below.Activity IdeasScavenger HuntRap SessionBible DrillsBible TriviaBible JeopardyMovie/DocumentaryWar RoomWoodlawnBlack NativityGod’s Not DeadFacing the GiantsHeaven Is For RealCatching FaithDo You BelieveCourageousSoul SurferWhen the Game Stands Tall4
Ice BreakersIce Breaker Ideas*Click on the links below for Ice Breaker ideas for Christian Youth Groups:Ice Breaker IdeasInsightSignUp GeniusThe Source for Youth MinistryYouth Development Network*Disclaimer: This information above contains links to other websites. The ChurchOf God In Christ is not responsible for the content and the privacy practices of theWebsites, and encourages you to examine each Website’s privacy policy anddisclaimers and make your own decisions regarding the accuracy, reliabilitycorrectness of material, and information found.5
Tips and SuggestionsPre-EventPreparationConsult with and receive approval from your local Pastor or designee to hold thePrayer and Praise-In Praise-A-Thon.Use the Suggested Schedule (page 2) to designate the Praise and WorshipLeader(s), Prayer Warrior(s), Activity Leader(s) and others to plan for the shutin.FinancesAll checks collected should be made payable to Church Of God In Christ (COGIC).Provide Youth with a collection envelope along with their Pledge Form.Designate one person to collect all monies from your Youth.If your church is designated as an official tax-exempt, nonprofit entity e.g. a 501(c)(3), you may decide at your discretion to provide donors with a taxdeductible letter.Provide Youth with a copy of their Pledge Form for their records.Encourage Youth to collect pledge money prior to the Prayer and Praise-InPraise-A-Thon to minimize collection after the event.During EventHave fun in the Lord!Have Youth Workers on hand to aid during the evening and ensure that Youthare where they are supposed to be.Serving food (e.g. snacks, breakfast) is optional. A local restaurant or store maysponsor food and/or drinks if asked in advance.Post-EventTally monies collected.Thank all participants.6
Prayer & Praise – In Praise – A – ThonPLEDGE FORMHello, I’m from .I’m raising money to attend the International AIM Convention. Each hour of ourPraise-A-Thon is for .NAMEADDRESSPLEDGE AMOUNTTOTAL MONEY COLLECTEDAMOUNT COLLECTED
Suggested Prayer and Praise-In Praise-A-Thon Schedule page 2 . 2. Praise and Prayer Schedule page 3 a. Prayer Topic Ideas . Movie/Documentary . War Room Woodlawn Black Nativity . God's Not Dead. Facing the Giants . Prayer Warrior(s), Activity Leader(s) and others to plan for the shut-in.
