• Providing a Christian witness and hope in Jesus Christ to the un-churched.

  • Providing a Christian witness and hope in Jesus Christ to the un-churched.

  • Providing a Christian witness and hope in Jesus Christ to the un-churched.

  • Providing a Christian witness and hope in Jesus Christ to the un-churched.

Providing a Christian witness and hope in Jesus Christ to the un-churched.

Opportunities to Help

Providing a Christian witness and hope in Jesus Christ to the un-churched.

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Providing a Christian witness and hope in Jesus Christ to the un-churched.

Volunteer

Providing a Christian witness and hope in Jesus Christ to the un-churched.

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Help Decorate

The Petal Pushers® are a group of volunteers who gather annually to decorate the Lutheran Hour Float and other floats. We look forward to having you join us this year!

We welcome individuals, families, seniors, youth groups, fellowship groups, school classes, and Boy/Girl Scout Troops.

Everyone 13 and older is WELCOME!

Please note, youth groups must be accompanied by adults at a ratio of one (1) adult per five (5) youth.

NOTICE: Due to safety concerns and insurance regulations, all volunteers MUST be 13 years or older.

Do you have questions about decorating? See our list of Frequently Asked Questions

Volunteer Sign-up

Decorating, Parade, & (optional) Signtseeing Tours

Thu, Dec 28, 2023 - Tue, Jan 2, 2024

Join the Petal Pushers and support Lutheran Hour Ministries 73rd year of witnessing the gospel message at the Rose Parade.

Enjoy 1-3 days of decorating and preparing the meaningful floats, including the only Christian float in the Rose Parade titled, Make A Joyful Noise Unto The Lord!

And on January 1st, you will view the Rose Parade from your reserved grandstand seat along the world-famous Colorado Blvd in Pasadena, CA.

TWO tour options are available:
Rose Parade and Float Decorating Package

Rose Parade, Float Decorating & Southern California Sightseeing Tour

Luther Tours

Help Witness

Along with hundreds of face-to-face witnessing conversations, Petal Pusher Outreach Ministry Booth participants will reach out to thousands this year:

* at the time of Rose Parade float decorating

* in the staging area for Rose Parade floats

* during post parade viewing of Rose Parade floats

Guests will be engaged in conversation and learn about the 2024 Lutheran Hour Ministries float entitled Make a Joyful Noise Unto the Lord.

Petal Pusher Outreach Booth Ministry participants will share the source of hope and joy that cannot be taken away by anything that the world throws at you.

to volunteer or to learn more about this exciting outreach

What to Expect

You have SIGNED-UP, now what?

Check out the link below to find out what you can expect to happen the day(s) you decorate.

* Meal Breaks and what is available to eat.
* What to wear.
* The link to the LIABILITY FORM.
* Etc.

I've Signed Up, Now What?

Frequently Asked Questions

Purchase Petal Pusher Gear

A Petal Pushers T-shirt or sweatshirt is REQUIRED in order to gain admission to the decorating building during decorating week (December 26th - January 1st).

These items can be purchased at the Phoenix decorating barn or pre-ordered HERE online.

(PLEASE NOTE: The last day that we ship shirts is Dec 16th. All other online orders for volunteers will be held for pick up at the Petal Pushers Check-in booth.)

December mornings can be chilly in Pasadena (temps in the 40's) so dress warm in layers, but the Petal Pushers shirt must be worn as the outer-most garment.

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Decorating Location

Phoenix Decorating Company
5400 Irwindale Ave at Ornelas St
Irwindale, CA 91706

Parking is available in a nearby lot at 5440 Irwindale Ave (free) or on the streets around the building.

Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled start for sign-in, instructions, and pizza order (optional).

Phoenix Decorating Company

Donate

The LHM Float Committee relies solely on the generous support of our many Christian friends.

The cost to enter the only Christian float in the Rose Parade is NOT budgeted by Lutheran Hour Ministries, Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod or any other Lutheran organization.

The LHMFC is totally self-funded by volunteers with NO salaried staff.

Donate

For the Kids

The Lutheran Hour Ministries Float Committee (LHMFC) invites children (ages Preschool - Grade 8) to participate in our 13th annual float coloring contest.

All entries must be postmarked by November 1, 2023

Coloring Sheet

Coloring Contest Information

"Behind the Scenes" Tours & Dessert Party

Dec. 30th ~ 4:00-7:00 PM

If you would like an opportunity to view the floats up close and personal and see what happens 'behind the scenes,' THIS is the perfect opportunity for you!

All party guests are invited to a behind the scenes tour of the facility and the chance to meet and talk to some of the float riders and decorators.

Bring the family and see what the Petal Pushers is all about!

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Follow Us

Follow us on Social Media and share what we are doing with your friends.

Facebook

Instagram

We will be posting DECORATING DAY pictures and going LIVE with a daily Float Update to our Social Media. Be on the lookout, you may just recognize a face or two!

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Contact Us

 If you have questions, concerns or comments feel free to contact us by email (preferred method), mail or telephone.

The Lutheran Hour Ministries Float Committee
P.O. Box 7556
La Quinta, CA 92248

HOURS:  8:00am – 8:00pm US Pacific Time Zone

Telephone: (949) 230-2501

Email: chairman@petalpushers.org

For more information about the Petal Pushers and/or who to contact about specific requests, click here:
* About the Petal Pushers
* More Contact Information

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Just want you all to know that Jesus received a very warm welcome among the crowds; people were shouting; we love you Jesus, God bless you, we're glad you are here. I love the Lord, one guy shouted Jesus; 'when are you coming back?!' It was surely a great encouragement to followers of Jesus and a great testimony to those who need to today.

Pastor Nader Hanna (2022 float rider)

Growing up in a small snowy town in Northern Illinois, I can remember faithfully watching the Rose Parade on TV with my mom and sister every year. I remember dreaming of going to Pasadena someday to see the Parade.

As a rider on the 2022 Jesus Teaches float, I wasn't sure what to expect riding next to Jesus on the only religious float in a very secular world. I was shocked to witness such an accepting crowd. Watching the moms point Him out to their children. Hearing people yell out that they love Him. Seeing teenagers excitedly pose for a picture with Him. It truly was an unexpected experience for me to witness.

We live in a hurt and broken world, but there is still hope. There is still love.

Nikki Nolte, LHMFC member (2022 float rider)

My entire life I’ve watched the Rose Parade with my family, hoping to catch a glimpse of the Lutheran Hour Ministries float. To have the opportunity to witness firsthand and work alongside the Petal Pushers®, who make the only Christian float in the Rose Parade a reality, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. The legacy the Petal Pushers® have built of sharing the Good News of Christ with millions of people around the world is extraordinary.

Jonathan Schultz, President & CPH CEO (2023 float rider)