Welcome to Urban Praise Ministries
Faith ThatMoves BeyondThe Walls
A welcoming, Bible-believing church in Milwaukee—building faith, restoring lives, and impacting our community with the love of Christ.
◷ Sundays · 10:00 AMYou belong here
Come as you are.
Leave strengthened.
Whether you are exploring faith, returning to church, or looking for a place to grow, there is room for you at Urban Praise.
Family & Friends · 2nd Sunday
Jeans & Jesus Outreach · 4th Sunday
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“God through Jesus Christ is the answer to all.
We spread His Word through love and service to humanity.
Love in action
Ministry happens
beyond Sunday.
We use our gifts to uplift people, strengthen families, and glorify our Father in heaven.
MOM
Manna Outreach Ministry
Providing food for neighbors in need, monthly community feedings, and care for people experiencing homelessness.
Community Care
God’s Closet
Offering clothing and household essentials free of charge for children, adults, and families.
Youth Ministry
Joshua Generation
Helping young people grow in faith, fellowship, leadership, and purpose through meaningful experiences.
Youth Sports & Mentoring
SWAG Youth Sports & Mentoring
Creating positive, team-centered sports and mentoring opportunities that encourage discipline, confidence, leadership, and community.
Educational Ministry
Up Christian Academy
Nurturing students through Christ-centered education, academic excellence, fine arts, athletics, and service.
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Worship Arts
Praise Dance Ministry
Expressing worship through movement, testimony, and creative praise while encouraging dancers of every generation to use their gifts for God.
What’s happening
Announcements
& events
Community Outreach
Repairers of the Breach
1335 W. Vliet St. · Arrive at 10:30 AMAug. 29 · Sept. 26 · Oct. 17 · Nov. 21 · Dec. 12Educational Ministry
Up Christian Academy Enrollment
Free tuition through MPCP & WPCP · Grades K3–7Door-to-door transportation · Sports & fine arts · Free breakfast and lunchLearn more →
Celebrating New Life
Our First Baptismal Service at the Church
A joyful milestone as believers publicly declared their faith in Jesus Christ, surrounded by family and their Urban Praise church community.
Blessing Our Children
Christening Service
Families, pastors, and the church community coming together to dedicate children to God with prayer, love, and joyful support.
Celebrating Achievement
Honoring Our Graduates
Recognizing academic achievement, perseverance, and the promise God has placed in every student.Our story
Called to serve.
Committed to people.
Urban Praise began in 2001 when God called Edward and Cherise Easley to expand their youth ministry into the community. What began with youth dance grew into a non-denominational outreach ministry serving people through the Word of God, practical care, and genuine relationship.
Today, Urban Praise remains a community of servant workers helping humanity live, walk, and grow in God’s Word.
Senior PastorsPastor Edward & Dr. Cherise EasleyAssociate PastorsLee & Christa Moore
What we believe
Saved by grace.
Victorious through Christ.
We believe in the power of God and that His Word changes lives.
We believe Jesus Christ died on the cross for our sins and that we are saved by grace.
We believe we are called to take God’s Word to people through love, service, and courageous faith.
Generosity with purpose
Give. Serve.
Build the Kingdom.
Your tithes and offerings support worship, outreach, community care, youth, and educational ministry.
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We’re here for you
Let’s stay connected.
Need prayer, have a question, or want to learn how to serve? Reach out—we would love to hear from you.
Milwaukee, WI 53212info@urbanpraiseministries.org(414) 788-1727
Pastor Ed EasleyPastor Cherise Easley