No. 1
Faith, Fellowship, Friendship, and Fun
Pickle and Prayer
Pickleball has swept the country for a simple reason: almost anyone can pick up a paddle, and almost no one stops smiling once they do. Pickle and Prayer starts there, with a court, a paddle, and a group of people who are glad you came.
Every gathering pairs open play and real instruction with a short devotion. The game mirrors what the Word teaches: patience, focus, teamwork, and how to let the last shot go. Win the point or learn from the miss. Either way, you grow.
On the calendar
Next gatherings
Never miss a gathering
Hear about the next Pickle and Prayer
One email when a new gathering goes on the calendar. That is all.
In Dr. Sonya's words
As an educator, I say laziness is not attractive. As a coach, I quote John Maxwell: teamwork makes the dream work. As a Christian, I believe we are all destined for great things, but we have to show up.
You cannot move forward while sitting still. There is a time to sit, a time to listen, and a time to move.
A gathering, start to finish
What an evening looks like
- 01A warm welcome and an opening prayer
- 02A short devotion with a lesson from the court
- 03Instruction for beginners, open play for everyone
- 04Time to talk, laugh, and catch your breath
- 05A closing word and prayer before you head home
Everyone is welcome
Who shows up
No experience needed. Regulars include:
- Women's groups
- Church groups
- Ministry teams
- Couples
- First-time players
- All ages together
Your coach on the court
She plays, too
Dr. Sonya coaches tennis and pickleball, and has spent her career working with groups that span generations. On the court, that means real instruction for new players and a real game for seasoned ones.
The heart behind it
Sports can bring out the worst in us. Anyone who has questioned an opponent's call knows it. Pickle and Prayer is practice at bringing out something better: patience under pressure, grace in the banter, and peace that follows you off the court.
Faith grows here. Friendships form here. Fun happens here.
Grab a paddle
Two gatherings are on the calendar now at Westhaven Courts. Bring a friend. Come play with us.
See Upcoming Gatherings