About Us

On January 15, 1978, a covenant community known as Community of Praise was established in Muncie, IN. From its inception, this community was mentored by leaders of the People of Praise in South Bend. After several years the members of Community of Praise asked to become a branch of the People of Praise, and this occurred on January 1, 1985.

Muncie (population 67,000) is located in east-central Indiana, approximately 50 miles from Indianapolis. The local economy is largely influenced by the automotive manufacturing, agricultural and glass-producing industries. Muncie is the home of Ball Memorial Hospital–a large regional medical center—and of Ball State University, which has an enrollment of 19,000.

The Muncie branch of the People of Praise has 59 adult members and 29 children. Jim Schenkel is the principal branch coordinator. The branch office and the community center are located at 3300 W. Moore Road on the north side of the city.