NIGHT OF PRAISE - JEREMIAH RAAB

Price Harris Night of Praise Delivers
Jeremiah Raab

On Friday, January 9th, crowds descended upon Calvary Baptist Church of Shreveport for it’s annual Price Harris Night of Praise. Musical groups and soloists from all over the country used their talents for the glory of God through singing and fellowship.
If there had been tickets for the show, it would have been close to being sold-out. The floor seats were filled, forcing those that were late to move to the balcony. Thankfully, there was not a bad seat in the auditorium.
The musical acts included The Allen Family, The Needhams, Johnny Parrack, Cheri Taylor, and many other special guests.
The Allen Family now officially reside in Branson, Missouri, but stay on the road for most of the year, logging thousands of miles a year traveling to and from shows. Their set provided beautiful harmonies provided by Todd and Michelle Allen, and accompanied by their eight children. This was their 12th appearance at the annual event.
The Needhams have been playing music for a decade. Hailing from Tennessee, their sound was melodic, rife with family harmony, and their songs were rich with gospel imagery.
Johnny Parrack, now pastor of Southside Baptist Church in Alma, Arkansas is known for his unwavering tenor singing voice. He has sung for many years and sang with the Kingsmen, as well as other groups.
After their performances, all of the acts could be found in the lobby, where attendees could fellowship with the artists or buy their favorite music of the night.
But most importantly, the cause of gospel evangelism was furthered by the concert. There was a love offering taken, and as the Needhams played their song, “Pennies from Heaven,” the audience was given the opportunity to bring all of their pennies and donate them toward mission work. Last year alone, Price Harris Ministries raised $21,000 in pennies to further the call of evangelism in the world. At this year’s event, probably 600 pounds of coins in were donated.
In the end, everyone at the concert seemed to share in the same desire of seeing the Lord Jesus Christ glorified: through singing, listening, fellowshipping with other believers, and giving. Next year’s program will be on Friday, January 8, 2010.