Special Event - An Evening With Proverbs 31 Ministries

November 12-22, 2026

The Park Expo and Conference Center

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Wonderfully Made — A Night to Celebrate the Season and the Savior hosted by the Proverbs 31 Ministries Team.

Step into Santa’s Workshop … and discover what the season is really about.

This year at the Southern Christmas Show, join Proverbs 31 Ministries for Wonderfully Made — a joy-filled evening of festive fun, meaningful moments, and a message that gently reminds us: the greatest gift of Christmas isn’t found under a tree … it’s found in knowing the One who handpicked you from Heaven’s workshop and lovingly crafted you with care.

🎁 Shop with Purpose

Swing by the Proverbs 31 Store to find meaningful gifts for everyone on your list (Shop 8)

Bonus: Every purchase comes with a free Christmas cookie! Enjoy it while the kids settle in for a cozy Christmas story time at the main stage.

🌍 Give the Gift of Hope

A shoebox. A simple gift. A worldwide impact. Learn how Operation Christmas Child brings joy — and Jesus — to kids everywhere, and how you can join the mission.

🎶 Sounds of the Season

Get in the spirit with live music from Jenny Wheeler, performing classic carols from her album, Christmas Is Here.

📚 A Holiday Heart Reset (You’ll Actually Enjoy)

End the night with a special message from Proverbs 31 Ministries Team members Kaley Olson and Cailah Garcia, about embracing the true meaning of Christmas and finding peace amidst the holiday hustle

LeafFilter Entertainment Stage Schedule for the Evening:

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM	An Evening with Proverbs 31 Ministries
4:00 PM	Cozy Kids Christmas Story Presented with Reflections from Proverbs 31
5:00 PM	The Joy of Giving: Discover how Operation Christmas Child brings joy and global impact through a simple gift
6:00 PM	Classic Carols with Jenny Wheeler Live performance from her album Christmas is Here
7:00 PM	Finding Peace in the Holiday Hustle A special message from Kaley Olson and Cailah Garcia with Proverbs 31 Ministries and closing music with Jenny Wheeler

Kaley Olson is the Director of Creative Programming at Proverbs 31 Ministries and the host of the top Christian podcast, The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast. She’s passionate about coming alongside others to turn an idea into a plan and bringing the right people along to turn the plan into reality. Kaley is a country gal at heart, living in the suburbs of Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband, Jared, and their two boys.

Cailah Garcia Headshot Cailah Garcia is a recording artist, published author, and Promotional Copywriter at Proverbs 31 Ministries. Her work is featured in 30 Bible Verses Every Christian Should Know and the brand-new study guide 40 Days Through the New Testament. As a vocalist, she has sung with Grammy-award-winning artists including Elevation Worship, Brandon Lake, Chandler Moore, Tauren Wells, Christine D’Clario, and more. Cailah is wife to Gabe and mom to two amazing kiddos, with a heart to help women know the Truth and live the Truth — because it truly changes everything

Jenny Wheeler Headshot

Jenny Wheeler is a North Carolina native, accomplished songwriter, and worship leader whose musical journey spans five decades. With a heart for ministry, she has shared her music across the United States and internationally, connecting with audiences through songs that speak of faith and hope. Bringing a depth of experience and an authentic spirit that draws listeners in, her passion is to encourage and inspire through music that reflects a life of faith and a calling to serve.

Jenny has released several albums and new singles that are available on YouTube, iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, and other major music platforms. Her original music has received radio airplay and continues to reach listeners around the world.

Listen to her music on Apple Music or Spotify.

Due to a family emergency, Lysa TerKeurst will not be able to attend the show. We hope you will continue to join us for the inspiring evening with Proverbs 31 Ministries at the stage area.

Lysa TerKeurst Headshot

Lysa TerKeurst is President and Chief Visionary Officer of Proverbs 31 Ministries. She is also an eight-time New York Times bestselling author of I Want to Trust You, but I Don't, Good Boundaries and Goodbyes, Forgiving What You Can’t Forget, It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way, Uninvited, and more. Her devotional Embraced won the ECPA book of the year for 2019. Lysa was also recently awarded the Champions of Faith Author Award and has appeared on the Today Show many times as one of the leading voices in the Christian community.

Each year, Lysa is a featured keynote presenter at events all across North America and online, including the Global Leadership Summit. She also tours state to state regularly with Transparent Productions. She has a passion for equipping women to share their stories for God’s glory through Proverbs 31 Ministries’ annual She Speaks Conference and her writers training program called COMPEL Pro.

Connect with Lysa on social media @lysaterkeurst or at lysaterkeurst.com.