If the weather is questionable, please consult www.wattsstreet.org, or the recording on the office phone, 688-1366, for the most reliable information. Closing information also may appear on WTVD and WRAL. On Sundays, if snow or ice is on the street or sidewalks, Church School will be cancelled. If conditions around the building permit, worship will be held for those who wish to come. As always, please use your judgment about safety.
Watts Street Baptist Church is a progressive, inclusive, ecumenical, welcoming and affirming congregation uniting prayer, learning, and social justice in the context of a vibrant community.
We welcome people from all walks of life...and we are strengthened by each one who become part of this covenant community.
What does the Lord require of you?
To do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God.
Sunday Church School: 9:45 am
Sunday Worship: 11:00 am
It is the practice and policy of Watts Street Baptist Church
to welcome and affirm all persons who profess Jesus as Lord -
regardless of race, class, origin, sexual orientation, or any other distinction.
News
Worship on Sunday, February 5, 2012 We celebrate the Lord’s Supper, receiving the nurture that is a gift of grace. Our morning text invites us to consider Jesus’ withdrawing to a lonely place to pray, where he receives the nurture that is a gift of grace. Posted on Feb 3, 2012
Observing Lent at WSBC The season of Lent is a period of six weeks during which we remember Jesus' 40 days in the wilderness, from which he emerged with a clear sense of identity and mission. Lent is a time to stay close to Jesus as we deepen our life of communion with God. We look for opportuities for silence as we slow our frenzied lives and turn to calm and stillness. Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 22, with 6:30 p.m. worship in the sanctuary, including the imposition of ashes, a vivid reminder of our mortality. Childcare for preschoolers is provided. Please click on the link to read more. Posted on Feb 5, 2012
Learn More About WSBC at "Watts Street 101"! Watts Street 101, a series of discussions about the life and ministry of our church, will be January 22 and 29 and February 5 from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. in the church library. Church staff and lay leaders will meet with visitors and recent new members at each session. Child care, coffee, and breakfast rolls will be available. If you would like to learn more about our church, please attend! Posted on Dec 22, 2011
Winter Forums: February 12, 19, and 26 9:45 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. What a treat! For our 2012 Winter Forum, Mel Williams will lead our study as we reflect on passages from the book of Ephesians. Focusing on our identity as God’s people, Ephesians challenges us to claim our identity and to use our gifts and call to promote peace, love, and respect as we live into God’s future. As Paul says it in a prayer, “…that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith as you are being rooted and grounded in love.” (Ephesians 3:17) Mark your calendars, bring your Bibles, and come ready to ponder our life together as God’s people in this place. Posted on Dec 19, 2011
Wednesday Night Suppers Weekly Wednesday suppers begin at 5:30, followed by ministries for all ages. You'll get to know the church family in coversation over supper, as you enjoy a meal prepared by Stella or Jenny. Please click on the red link to learn about upcoming Wednesday night programs and activities. (Updated 12/22/11) Posted on Aug 23, 2011
Noon Book Club Announces Books for 2011-2012 The Watts Street Noon Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month, at the church building. New members and drop-ins are always welcome to this informal and energetic group! Feel free to bring your lunch. Contact coordinators Ann or Del Stickel (annstl@nc.rr.com, dstickel@duke.edu) with questions. Please click on the title to view the list of selected books. Posted on Oct 1, 2011