Engage Church

05/10/2026

We love you moms! Thank you for the way you sacrificially love us!

04/05/2026

Praise His Name!!! Let's worship together!

03/08/2026

02/12/2026

DATELINE: KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
Verna "Jerrie" Cates

Verna "Jerrie" Cates, affectionately known as "Jerrie," of Kings Mountain, NC, peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on February 9, 2026, at her home. Born on November 2, 1944, in Rowan County, NC, she was the daughter of the late William Musgraves and Poniese Randall. Jerrie was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 49 years, Harry Douglas Cates, and her sister, Elizabeth Susanne Randall. A devoted member of First Wesleyan Church, Jerrie played an active role within her community as a Sunday school teacher, a choir member, and as a participant in the Good News Club and the Young at Heart program. Her commitment to service extended to her time in the United States Air Force Reserves Nurse Corps, where she faithfully served as a Second Lieutenant. Following her military service, Jerrie pursued a fulfilling career in nursing, dedicating 40 years to healthcare as a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA), retiring from Gaston Anesthesia Associates. Throughout her life, Jerrie remained active; she enjoyed working out, playing basketball, running, cycling and was passionate about tennis, even participating in the Charlotte Observer Marathon. In her leisure time, Jerrie delighted in watching sports and was a staunch supporter of Duke University’s teams. Known for her upbeat attitude and generous spirit, she made countless friends who became like family. Jerrie’s kindness and warmth will be cherished, as her memory continues to live on in the hearts of those who had the privilege to know her.

She is survived by many friends who were as close to Jerrie as family

FUNERAL SERVICE: Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM at First Wesleyan Church with Pastors Caleb Williams and Dale Lawing officiating

A time of fellowship with friends will be held from 2:00 PM to 2:50 PM prior to the service in the sanctuary of First Wesleyan Church

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, NC

MEMORIALS: Memorials in Jerrie's memory may be made to First Wesleyan Church at 505 North Piedmont Avenue, Kings Mountain, NC 28086

GUEST REGISTER AVAILABLE AT WWW.HARRISFUNERALS.COM
ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA

01/31/2026

Hey everyone! Obviously there's this mysterious white stuff falling from the sky. We will not be meeting tomorrow 2/1. Thank you for all those that came out for worship and prayer last night! We missed the rest of our family that were unable to attend. We love all of you and hope you enjoy time with family this weekend!

01/29/2026

Good Afternoon! We have not made a decision on our Sunday Worship gathering at this time. We will make a final decision either tomorrow or Saturday. However, the forecast does not look promising and we do not want to miss an opportunity to gather. So we have decided to change our normal Saturday prayer time to tomorrow evening at 6:30 pm. We will have a time of worship through music and then a time of prayer together. We hope you and your family can join us as we come together to encourage one another!

01/27/2026

All of our groups will meet tomorrow at normal time! Hope to see you there!

01/23/2026

We have made the difficult decision to cancel our service this Sunday. However, we invite you to join us tomorrow morning, before the storm arrives, at 9:00 am for a time of prayer and encouragement!

12/25/2025

"For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord"

12/08/2025

Come join us for our children's Christmas program this Sunday at 10:00 am. We hope to see you there!