Light Up The Night 2026, our Kingdom initiative uniting churches across Gwinnett County to reach lost souls, strengthen our community, and exalt Jesus Christ.
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT 2026 – FULL SCHEDULE
📅 SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2026
—- 9 am – 1pm
—- New Mercies Christian Church
Community Impact & Outreach Day
The Church moves beyond the walls to serve hotels, housing communities, and neighborhoods through prayer, evangelism, and tangible resources. Activities include:
• Prayer Walks & Spiritual Covering
• Evangelism & Personal Invitations
• Resource Distribution (water, hygiene kits, children’s items)
• Community Engagement Stations
• Food Distribution (partnering with local food banks)
• Health Screenings (blood pressure, glucose checks)
• Hospital & Hotel Outreach
• Unified Presence (Light Up The Night shirts/badges)
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📅 MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2026
Night of Unity & Worship
Focus: Culture Shift – Young Adults
—- 7 pm – 8:30 pm
—- New Mercies Christian Church
This night highlights the unity of the Church across Gwinnett, with a special emphasis on reaching and empowering young adults.
 • Guest Speaker: Pastor Gabriel Allen Powell (Pastor, Encounter Atlanta)
• Special Segment: Coach Lawrence Williams II
• United prayer, worship, and revival preaching
• Altar ministry and intercession
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📅 TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026
Evangelism & Revival Night
Focus: Salvation & Transformation / Community Outreach
—- 7 pm – 8:30 pm
—- New Mercies Christian Church
This night is centered on evangelism and response — calling people to Christ and offering prayer, healing, and deliverance.
 • Guest Speaker: Pastor Kevin Lee (Berean Christian Church, Gwinnett)
• Special Recognition: Pastor Richard B Haynes, Salem Baptist Church
• Worship, evangelistic preaching, and altar call
• Connection to local churches
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📅 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026
Youth & Family Night
Focus: The Next Generation
—- 7 pm – 8:30 pm
—- New Mercies Christian Church
This night focuses on youth, young adults, and families, with creative expressions of worship and ministry designed to engage and empower the next generation.
 • Guest Speaker: Pastor Eddie Valez
• Special Feature: Mass Choir comprised of local community churches
• Youth-led worship and creative arts
• Prayer and commissioning
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