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Learning Groups & Sunday School - Sundays at 9:30am
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August Usher of the Month: Clem Brown
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Worship Service - Sundays at 11:00am
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August FISH Donation: Jello and Canned Fruit
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News
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Now Hiring - Family Ministries Coordinator (20hr/wk)WBC is looking for an individual who has a passion for family ministry in an intergenerational setting. We aim to nurture a progressive faith that grows with a learner's growing understanding of the world. At this time, the position averages 20 hours/week, but our leadership hopes to grow this position. Download the JOB DESCRIPTION to learn more or apply through INDEED.
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Campus FamiliesFreshman Move In Day at William and Mary is Friday, August 23rd. Now is the time to consider participating in our Campus Families Program. The purpose of this program is to care for and connect with WBC’s collegiate members and friends. It coordinates hospitality by giving them “a family away from family”. This can be done by providing a care package of treats; hosting the student for a meal; and checking in with them during their semester exams. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please contact Kim at the church office.
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Name Change SurveySurvey results are in. Of the 92 who responded 59 responded affirmatively to making WBC's name non-denominational.
Thank you to all who responded. We will continue to discuss this possibility and work toward building a unified way forward. |
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Introducing Realm!At the church office, we are well into the the process of transferring ourchurch management software - both accounting and member management - to a cloud-based application called "Realm." Realm is the online version of the ACS platform already in use for many years at WBC.
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Consequently, we will be ending the more costly partnership we have had with eChurch and with Pushpay. Here's what this means for you:
- Support for the WBC app will be discontinued.
- Pushpay transactions will cease with the calendar year.
- We encourage our WBC friends and members to create profiles in Realm.
- With a profile in Realm, you can manage your pledges and giving (including setting up automatic, recurring gifts), receive news and notifications from WBC, and communicate with other WBC'ers and WBC groups.
- You can also have easy access to Realm by downloading the 'Realm Connect' app on your iOS or Android device.
- In the coming weeks, we will offer opportunities to explore what Realm can do for us as a church family and provide support for those who would like to set up a profile and navigate the application.
- Realm setup instructions here
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WBC Strikes Partnership with 3e Restoration, Inc.
3e's mission is to "encourage, equip, and empower faith communities to help transition neighbors living through homelessness from social displacement to holistic sufficiency. As a result of this partnership, 3e Restoration has relocated its offices to our campus and WBC members and friends will receive access to 3e's incredible training labs. Want to learn more about 3e? Watch the video below, watch Fred's TEDx Talk at William & Mary, or CLICK HERE to visit their website.
3E RESTORATION from C1 Entertainment on Vimeo.
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8/24 - Saturday @ 10:00am - 3:00pm - Children's Ministry Development & Workday
Come and help get ready for the fall term as we spruce up our children’s spaces and learn about some new changes to the program. We’ll have class time in the South Wing from 10a-noon, and work time in the East Wing from 1:30-3p. All Sunday School teachers are strongly encouraged to attend and any volunteers with nursery, children, and youth are welcome to contribute to the effort. Come and start off what promises to be a great year!
8/28 - Wednesday @ 6:30pm - Jamestown Small Group
The Jamestown Small Group is meeting monthly this summer in various locations. On Wednesday, August 28, the group will meet at 6:30 pm at the Alewerks Taproom at the Williamsburg Outlets. *If any newcomers have a sensitivity to meeting in a bar setting, please contact Daniel Willson to make arrangements. All are welcome!
9/1 - Sunday @ 9:30am - Fall Learning Term Begins
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New Learning Groups for adults begin Sunday, September 1, at 9:30am, and continue each Sunday through December 8, We're offering two classes this term that are discussion based. All are welcome!
One class will work through the book by Rev. Dr. Cynthia Bourgeault; the other will talk about the deconstruction and reconstruction of Christian faith. Both classes meet in the West Wing, first floor. |
9/1 - Sunday @ 11:00pm - Back-2-School Sunday
Join us for worship this Sunday as we welcome new college students and welcome back many of our returning students! Also, local school children are invited to bring their backpacks and school supplies for the "blessing of the backpacks." Teachers and other education staff and professionals will be honored as well as we bless the new school year.
9/22 - Sunday 11:00am - International Justice Mission's Freedom Sunday
Freedom Sunday is sponsored by International Justice Mission (IJM) and serves as an invitation for congregation around the world to learn about slavery and partner with IJM to end it. IJM has dedicated Sunday, September 22 to ending slavery, and our church's worship service will be geared toward how can help send rescue children, women
and men living in slavery.
9/1 - Sunday @ 9:30am - Fall Learning Term Begins
Are you tired yet? September can be especially exhausting. So join us for a time of rest and reflection as we seek to be still and remember our place in the journey and the God who calls us, companions us, and sustains us along the way. Don't miss this time of contemplation and prayer.
9/29 - Sunday - Windsor Forest Small Group
The Windsor Forest Small Group will meet at the home of Steve and Lonna Cole. Time TBD.
10/17-10/20 - Sunday @ 11:00am - W&M Homecoming Weekend
Come for the festivities. Stay for the traffic congestion!
10/18-10/19 - Sunday @ 11:00am - Made to Flourish Conference
Impediments to a Flourishing Church & Community
Presenters: Cindy Aegerter, Shay Bethea, Ismael Hernandez, Ava Steaffens, Chris Robertson, Andrew Vanderput, Jessica Young Brown
As we continue to express our collective belief to integrate faith, work, and economic wisdom for the flourishing of our churches and communities, the Hampton Roads and the Richmond Made To Flourish networks are hosting a conference where we will explore how pastors and leaders can begin and continue to bring these ideas alive in our communities.
During this conference, attendees will explore topics related to pastoral isolation, the root of work problems in our communities, compassion and poverty, and more. Speakers from around the country will join us to gather and equip pastors and leaders in our network. To register CLICK HERE.
Presenters: Cindy Aegerter, Shay Bethea, Ismael Hernandez, Ava Steaffens, Chris Robertson, Andrew Vanderput, Jessica Young Brown
As we continue to express our collective belief to integrate faith, work, and economic wisdom for the flourishing of our churches and communities, the Hampton Roads and the Richmond Made To Flourish networks are hosting a conference where we will explore how pastors and leaders can begin and continue to bring these ideas alive in our communities.
During this conference, attendees will explore topics related to pastoral isolation, the root of work problems in our communities, compassion and poverty, and more. Speakers from around the country will join us to gather and equip pastors and leaders in our network. To register CLICK HERE.
10/20 - Sunday @ 11:00am - 5th Annual Science Sunday
This year's Science Sunday will have a physics theme - From Everlasting to Everlasting: Faith and the Fabric of the Cosmos. Keep in touch for more information.
10/27 - Sunday @ 12:30pm - Quarterly Potluck & Business Meeting
Calling all WBC'ers, our quarterly potluck and business meeting will take place after the service in the downstairs Social Hall. We'll eat, have a review of the latest happenings, and make decisions about how to move forward. Please make sure to be present and accounted for!
11/3 - Sunday @ 11:00pm - All Saints & Anniversary Sunday
In November 2018, WBC celebrated 190 years since its establishment by a group of women meeting in Williamsburg's powder magazine. Now, on November 3, 2019, WBC will celebrate 190 years since its first documented worship service. This caps a year of celebration as Williamsburg Baptist continues its witness in Williamsburg to the radical welcome of God.
Looking ahead...
11/24 - Sunday @ 11:00pm - Thanksgiving Sunday
12/1 - Sunday @ 11:00am - First Sunday of Advent
12/15 - Sunday @ 9:30am - Start of Winter Learning Term
12/24 - Tuesday @ 5:00pm - Christmas Eve Carols, Candlelight, and Communion Service
Mission Opportunities
Join the Cuba Work GroupSeptember is our church’s month to provide Tuesday volunteers to FISH. The sessions are: 9:30 am - 12:00 noon and 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm. If you wish, you can bring your lunch and stay all day! There will be a sign-up sheet on the West Wing bulletin board. We always have a lot of fun while providing a valuable service to the community! For more information contact Cathey Sadowski.
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Join the Cuba Work GroupThe Mission Council is interested in rekindling WBC's relationship with our former sister church, Iglesia Bautista Kairós in Bayamo, Cuba. Toward that end, the council is putting together a work group to begin the process and renew this partnership. If you would like to join the Cuba Work Group or learn more, please contact Jennie Davy.
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8/22 - Thursday @ 5:00pm - Mission Council Meeting in W-108
8/30- Friday afternoon - From His Hands Hunger Ministry (Motel 6)
Join us in the kitchen on this afternoon and help prepare and distribute meals for individuals and families in need in various motels in the area. For more details and to get involved contact Kay Cheves.
9/13 - Friday afternoon - From His Hands Hunger Ministry (America's Best Value Inn)
Join us in the kitchen on this afternoon and help prepare and distribute meals for individuals and families in need in various motels in the area. For more details and to get involved contact Kay Cheves.
8/24 - Saturday @ 10:00am - 3:00pm - Children's Ministry Development & Workday - S. Wing
8/22 - Thursday @ 5:00pm - Mission Council Meeting in W-108
9/3 - Tuesday 1:00pm - Worship Council Meeting in W-205
9/10 -- Tuesday @ 10:30am - Administration Council Meeting in W-108
9/13 - Friday @ 1:00pm - Congregational Care Council Meeting in W-108
9/17 - Tuesday @ 5:00pm - Leadership Council Meeting in W-108
10/27 - Sunday @ 12:30pm - Q1 Potluck & Business Meeting in Social Hall
TBD - Sunday @ 12:30pm - Christian Education Council Meeting in W-108
For more questions, contact the church office at 757.229.1217 or churchoffice@williamsburgbaptist.com