Avoyelles church events: Anniversary celebration, Friendsgiving and a youth faith conference

Area churches and youth organizers have announced opportunities for worship, fellowship and faith formation.

Progressive Baptist Church's 108th anniversary: Nov. 15

Progressive Baptist Church invites the public to celebrate its 108th anniversary Sunday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Frankie Ford of Magnolia Baptist Church in Evergreen. His congregation will join him for the celebration.

The Rev. Gary L. Ford is pastor of Progressive Baptist Church. For more information, call 318-308-0611.

Christ Fellowship Baptist Church Friendsgiving: Nov. 15

Christ Fellowship Baptist Church will host Friendsgiving Sunday, Nov. 15, beginning at 5 p.m. at 620 E. Bryant Road in Centerpoint. Worship will be followed by a potluck dinner. Community members are invited to gather for fellowship, food and a Thanksgiving celebration. For information, visit cfbaptist.org.

Beyond the Limits Jr. High Conference: Dec. 5

Students in grades 6–8 throughout Avoyelles Parish are invited to the 2026 Beyond the Limits Jr. High Conference Saturday, Dec. 5, at Holy Savior Menard High School in Alexandria. The all-day Catholic youth conference runs from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and is open to students regardless of religious affiliation.

This year's theme, “Take Heart,” encourages young people to live courageously, trust in God's promises and strengthen their relationship with Christ. Keynote speaker Katie McGrady will join a program of inspirational talks, live worship, interactive games, prayer, Eucharistic Adoration and fellowship.

Registration is open. The cost is $85 per participant, including lunch and dinner. For additional information, contact Amy Sonnier at 318-201-5529.

From the November 4, 2026, edition of The Avoyelles Journal.