Watts Street Baptist Church: Site News http://www.wattsstreet.org/mod/news/group.php?category_id=1 Feed en-us no@body.com Copyright 2012 2012-05-18T13:26:55-05:00 hourly 1 2000-01-01T12:00+00:00 Welcome, Rev. Gene Derryberry! http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/welcome_rev_gene_derryberry.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/welcome_rev_gene_derryberry.html On May 6, the congregation at Watts Street Baptist Church voted to call Rev. Gene Derryberry as our Intentional Interim Pastor. Rev. Derryberry works with the Center for Congregational Health and over the years, has served as the Intentional Interim Pastor of many congregations. He is specially trained to lead congregations through important periods of transition, helping the congregation explore its heritage, mission, leadership, and connection to the wider Church before beginning the formal search for a new pastor. Rev. Derryberry begins his ministry with us on May 7. ]]> 2012-05-06T00:00:00-05:00 Spring Church Meeting Set for May 20 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/spring_church_meeting_set_for_may_20.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/spring_church_meeting_set_for_may_20.html On Sunday, May 20, we hold our Spring Church Meeting following lunch in the fellowship hall. The El Salvador Mission Group will prepare and serve the lunch. Agenda includes the introduction of recent new members and reports from committees, including the report from the Gifts and Call Committee. Jay Freeman, Church Moderator, presides. ]]> 2012-04-29T00:00:00-05:00 Children's Music Celebration! http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/childrens_music_celebration.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/childrens_music_celebration.html Children's Music Celebration! All are invited to the Children's Music Celebration in the sanctuary after dinner on Wednesday, May 23. Gather with us as we celebrate another great year of the Children's Music Ministry at Watt Street. Come and hear about what the children do and what they learn, and hear musical offerings from all of our children - lap babies to 5th grade. During this time we will also give thanks for the many volunteers who share their time and energy to make this ministry possible. Come and fill the pews! And remember to make dinner reservations! ]]> 2012-05-16T00:00:00-05:00 Celebrating Larry Speakman! http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/celebrating_larry_speakman0.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/celebrating_larry_speakman0.html On May 27, Larry Speakman concludes his 14-year tenure as Director of Music Ministries at Watts Street. A reception will be held in the fellowship hall immediately after the service. All are invited to this gathering as we express appreciation for Larry's service and ministry gifts. ]]> 2012-04-29T00:00:00-05:00 Celebrating Kacey Reynolds Schedler! http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/celebrating_kacey_reynolds_schedler.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/celebrating_kacey_reynolds_schedler.html On May 27, Kacey Reynolds Schedler concludes her 14 months as Interim Minister with Children and Their Families. You're invited to join the fun at Duke Park on May 19, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to thank Kacey for her ministry among us and shower her with blessings and baby gifts. Please bring a dish to share; fried chicken will be provided. Kacey and Matt are registered at Buy Buy Baby. For gift card options and to RSVP, please contact Laura Webb Smith at laura.webb.smith@gmail.com. ]]> 2012-04-29T00:00:00-05:00 Wednesday Night Suppers http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/fall_wednesday_night_suppers.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/fall_wednesday_night_suppers.html
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 Wednesday night programs and activities for May and the summer schedule.

Wednesday Night Suppers
Weekly Wednesday night suppers September 7-May 30. 

Serving line opens at 5:30. 

Adults and youth: $6. Children 2 years-2nd grade: $2.
3rd-5th grades: $3. Family cap: $30. First timers are our guests.

Rhythm and Coos (5:00) and three children's choirs (6:30) meet beginning September 7 , as
does Youth Service/Learning (6:30). Study opportunities for adults begin on
September 14 (6:30). 

Please make supper reservations in the Friendship Register on Sunday, or with the Church Office by Monday morning (wattsstreet@nc.rr.com). 

 

On May 2, Emily and Ralph McCoy tell about their recent trip to Palestine and Israel, while shedding light on the Palestine/Israel conflict.

On May 9, the Peace and Reconciliation Mission Group leads Reflections on the Amendment 1 Vote.

May16 is currently open to allow for use by the Interim Search Committee.

On May 23 at 6:30 we’re all invited to enjoy end-of-the year Children’s Choir Celebration, in the sanctuary.

May 30 is the final Wednesday night supper of the spring. On that night the only programming is the Vacation Bible School preparation meeting.

During the summer, we gather for supper on the 4th Wednesday of each month: June 27, July 25, and August 22.

In addition, another study option for adults is offered each week through May 16. Debra Freeman leads Walking Through the Psalms: A Journey of Life and of Faith from 6:30 - 7:15 p.m. in the Norris-Tillman Ladies Seminar classroom. The group uses Psalms as its text, exploring their types and meanings, as well as how we find relevance today in this ancient poetry. Opportunities to write/journal one’s own “heart songs” are also provided. 

 

]]> 2011-08-23T00:00:00-05:00 Noon Book Club Announces Books for 2011-2012 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/noon_book_club_announces_books_for_20112012.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/noon_book_club_announces_books_for_20112012.html
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.

October: Made for Goodness by Desmond Tuto and Mpho Tutu

November: The Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande

December: Breakfast with Buddha by Roland Merullo

January: Night Train by Clyde Edgerton

February: Terry Sanford by Marion (Art) Ellis and Howard Covington

March: Cutting for Stone by Atul Gawande

April: Post Mistress by Susan Blake

May: Major Pettigrew's Last Stand by Helen Simonson

]]> 2011-10-01T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, May 13, 2012 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_may_13_2012.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_may_13_2012.html ]]> 2012-05-12T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, March 11, 2012 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_march_11_2012.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_march_11_2012.html Our preacher is Kelly Sasser, Minister with Youth and Their Families. During the season of Lent we “keep time with Jesus” as he spends 40 days in the wilderness. Lent is a time to remove obstacles (symbolized by giving up something) from our relationship with God. Our Lenten journey is a time for solitude, clearness, and renewed commitment to our faith. ]]> 2012-03-09T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, April 15, 2012 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_april_15_2012.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_april_15_2012.html The Young Adult group, coordinated by Samuel Gunter, leads worship today. ]]> 2012-04-13T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Palm Sunday, April 1, 2012 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_palm_sunday_april_1_2012.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_palm_sunday_april_1_2012.html Palm/Passion Sunday: We begin the service by waving our palm branches to celebrate Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Later the service shifts in mood as we participate in a dramatic reading of Jesus’ suffering as he moves toward the Cross. ]]> 2012-03-30T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, March 4, 2012 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_march_4_2012.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_march_4_2012.html Mel Williams concludes his ministry at WSBC. The service includes lots of singing and the celebration of Communion, known as Eucharist, meaning “thanksgiving.” Mel has chosen for his final act as our pastor to offer communion to each of us. ]]> 2012-03-02T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, February 26, 2012 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_february_26_2012.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_february_26_2012.html February 26 is the First Sunday in Lent, the season when we stay with Jesus during his 40 days in the wilderness. We all face our wilderness times, and Lent is a time to remove obstacles (symbolized by giving up something) from our relationship with God. Can we make our Lenten journey a time for solitude, clearness, and renewed commitment? ]]> 2012-02-23T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, February 5, 2012 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_february_5_2012.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_february_5_2012.html 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. ]]> 2012-02-03T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, December 11, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_december_11_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_december_11_2011.html Welcome to this third worship service of the Advent season. Advent is the four-week period of preparation and expectation for the coming of the Christ Child. Today at the Advent wreath we light the third candle, the light of joy. ]]> 2011-12-09T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, December 4, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_december_4_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_december_4_2011.html 2011-12-02T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, November 20, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_november_20_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_november_20_2011.html 2011-11-18T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on the Sundaty after All Saints' Day: November 6, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_the_sundaty_after_all_saints_day_november_6_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_the_sundaty_after_all_saints_day_november_6_2011.html 2011-11-03T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, October 30, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_october_30_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_october_30_2011.html 2011-10-29T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, September 25, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_september_25_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_september_25_2011.html 2011-09-22T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, September 18, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_september_18_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_september_18_2011.html 2011-09-16T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, September 4, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_september_4_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_september_4_2011.html We reflect on Jesus’ words: Where two or three are gathered, I am among you. How does the presence of Jesus among us change our lives? As we ponder the Labor Day holiday, how do we find rest for our souls? How can we then remain calm and centered in our work? ]]> 2011-09-01T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, August 7, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_august_7_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_august_7_2011.html Worship includes a reflection on the story of Peter trying to walk on water. When fear rules us, what is the result? What is the relationship between fear and faith? Can we learn to replace fear with trust? ]]> 2011-08-05T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, July 31, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_july_31_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_july_31_2011.html 2011-07-29T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, July 24, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_july_24_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_july_24_2011.html 2011-07-21T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, July 10, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_july_10_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_july_10_2011.html 2011-07-08T00:00:00-05:00 Worship on Sunday, July 3, 2011 http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_july_3_2011.html http://www.wattsstreet.org/n/worship_on_sunday_july_3_2011.html 2011-07-02T00:00:00-05:00