As we begin a new year, our Pastor is calling us to renew our commitment to prayer.

Click here for your copy of the downloadable 21 Days of Prayer booklet.

This booklet is designed to unite us during the first 21 Days of 2026 with focused, Scripture-centered prayer. Each daily prompt is paired with God’s Word, encouraging us to pray the Scriptures aloud and trust His promise that His Word will not return void (Isaiah 55:11).

In preparing for Because of the Times 2026, we will join as a church family in fasting for the BOTT conference.

Our days of fasting will be Thursday, January 8^th – Saturday, January 10^th.

We pray you’ll take part in this time of consecration for BOTT ’26.

If you have a child that in interested in being involved in MESSIAH 2026, sign-ups will begin next week on January 11th.

This will be for children ages 5 through 8^th grade. They will be allowed to participate in two scenes. (Jerusalem and Hosanna)

*Please note that all children MUST have a parent/guardian accompany them in the scenes.

Join us Tuesday, January 13^th – Friday, January 16^th, from 8:30AM-9:00AM in the Adult Prayer Room for BOTT Focused Prayer.

We will spend this time praying for God to have His way during Because of the Times 2026 that will be taking place on-campus January 20-22.

On Saturday, January 17^th,  we’ll gather for a special Because of the Times Prayer Service beginning at 6:00PM.

Gather with us as we join together, praying & believing, for God to do incredible things at BOTT 2026!

There will be a meeting for all Because of the Times volunteers on Sunday, January 18^th, in the G.A. Mangun Center immediately following our Sunday Morning Worship Service.

This is a very important informative meeting for anyone volunteering in any capacity.

Because of the Times begins Tuesday, January 20^th, and runs through Thursday, January 22^nd.

This is a time where ministers from all over the world gather for a time of refreshing & reenergizing for themselves and their ministries.

Please note - There will be no regular scheduled POA Wednesday on January 21^st due to BOTT taking place on our POA campus.

Also, all prayer shifts during BOTT are asked to be prayed upstairs in the “Upper Room.”

On Sunday, February 1^st, we will launch Season 1 of our POA Groups for 2026!

POA Groups have become such a major part of our church, as connection & community are indeed strengthening us as a church body.

Following our morning worship service on February 9, check out the POA Groups Fair that will be happening in the foyer of the main sanctuary.

At the fair, you’ll be able to learn all about the groups that will be available for Season 1 of POA Groups.

*Consider leading a POA Group, and help us grow and connect with our church family, friends and community!

Leading a group doesn’t require special giftings and talents. It is simply inviting others to join you in the hobbies and interests you’re already enjoying.

If you’re thinking about leading a POA Group, email groups@poa.church

If you are involved in MESSIAH on any level, don’t miss the MESSIAH Launch Night happening Sunday, February 1^st, at 7:00PM in the Main Sanctuary.

On this night, we’ll celebrate another year of our amazing MESSIAH Easter production. We’ll hear the heart and see the vision from our leaders for MESSIAH, and give a glimpse of what to expect for MESSIAH 2026.

If you’re part of the cast, crew, music, props, costumes, stage design, childcare, parking, first aid, technical, guest services, or any other team, join us for this special night!

MESSIAH 2026, our POA Easter production begins in a few short week, and tickets will go on sale online on Saturday, February 7^th at 9:00AM.

Tickets will be purchased ONLINE only at messiahtickets.com on February 7^th.

For those wishing to purchase tickets on-site, that will begin in the White Steeple Bookstore on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, at 10:00AM.

We certainly look forward to sharing the life changing story of the life, death, burial, resurrection and ascension of our Lord, Jesus - MESSIAH!

We’re looking for anyone interested in being a part of our MESSIAH Behind the Scenes team & Messiah Crew.

As you know, it takes a host of people to pull off a production of the magnitude of MESSIAH, and the greatest number of people are “behind the scenes” people.

A few teams that you may have an interest in are:

-     Childcare

-     Parking Lot Team

-     Make-Up Artists

-     Backstage Assistants

-     Props

-     Costumes

-     Stage-Set Artists

-     Medical Team

And more!

If you’re interested in being part of a team, sign-up will begin Sunday, January 11^th.

Anyone interested in helping with CHILDCARE for BECAUSE OF THE TIMES 2026, WE CERTAINLY NEED YOU!!

For BOTT, you’ll be watching over the children of ministers attending the conference January 20-22.

If interested, sign up is now open by clicking here.

If you hold any of the following degrees and/or certifications: Nurse Practitioner, RN, LPN, Certified Medical Assistant, EMT, or Paramedic, your church needs you.

Our Faith & Wellness ministry is ready to assemble our First Aid team to provide any necessary first aid care for guests of Because of the Times 2026 and Messiah 2026 cast and crew.

Not only do we staff a team during full Messiah performance, but also during full cast rehearsals. This is a great opportunity to serve in the Kingdom and get to know the other healthcare providers that are part of our POA Family.

If you are interested, please contact Kevin & Ritha Warren at poafaithwellness@yahoo.com.

At Because of the Times 2026, we’ll need a team of amazing volunteers who are ready to go the extra mile. 

If you’d like to volunteer to help, here are some areas where we could really use an extra hand:

 - Cleaning

 ️- Food Service

 ️- Maintenance

 - People Mover

 - Van Driver

Your willingness to serve helps make BOTT a success year after year. It wouldn’t be possible without our incredible volunteers!

If interested in volunteering for BOTT, sign up is now open by clicking here.

SAVE THE DATE!

Gary Chapman, author of The 5 Love Languages, will be with us Friday, October 9, 2026.

This will be a great opportunity for couples from our church family and community to gather for a special marriage workshop.

Be watching for details to come.

Mark your calendars for an exciting trip coming next year, in 2026!

Oct 12 – 21, 2026 will be a trip to ISRAEL (10 days 9 nights)

Trip Cost ESTIMATE: $4,820 per person (does not include gratuities, travel/health insurance) 

Please note: Airfare is estimated ONLY in the cost.

Registration Fee: $350 per person (non-refundable)

This fee will be applied toward your total trip cost.

Space is limited. For questions or more information, please 

contact Jesi Magee by email at jmagee@poa.church or call

318-427- 6647.

If you haven’t checked out our POA church app, now’s the perfect time! You can listen to sermon podcasts, watch services live, stay up to date with the church calendar, and sign up for events—all in one place. It’s the easiest way to stay connected and never miss what’s happening. Just search for The Pentecostals of Alexandria in your app store and download it today!