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Learning Groups & Sunday School - Sundays at 9:30am
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August Usher of the Month: Lee Foster
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Worship Service - Sundays at 11:00am
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August FISH Donation: Facial Tissues
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News
Potential Partnership with 3e Restoration
At our business meeting on July 22, the membership of WBC will vote on an arrangement to partner 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. 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.
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Now Hiring - Part-time Children & Youth Ministry CoordinatorWBC 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 15 hours/week, but our leadership desires to grow this position. CLICK HERE to learn more.
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WBC Community Needs Now Included in the Weekly Prayer ConcernsPope Francis once said, "You pray for the hungry. Then you feed them. That's how prayer works." Beginning July 13, the weekly Prayer Concerns e-mail will be coupled with a section for WBC community needs. Please contact the church office via e-mail, phone, Sunday attendance card, or the prayer request feature on the WBC app to add your need to this list.
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Wedding Information Now Available OnlineGetting married? Congratulations! Williamsburg Baptist has a welcome space for you and your partner to hold your special occasion. Our pastor CLICK HERE to learn more.
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Small Groups are coming to WBC in AugustThis August, WBC is piloting a new small group program to help cultivate stronger communities of care in our congregation. If you are interested in leading or attending a small group please let the church office know. More details will be forthcoming.
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Paid Parking Information is Now OnlineHaving trouble finding parking downtown? Need a parking space for school? We've got you covered! CLICK HERE to learn how you can pay in person or online for parking by the month, semester, or calendar year.
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Sundays @ 9:30a - Summer Combined Adult Learning Group in the South WingThis summer's combined adult learning group will explore the voices that are influencing today's church and shaping our future. Each Sunday we will explore a new individual and the trend movement they represent, so there's no need to have attended earlier classes. This group meets in the South Wing at 9:30a beginning May 20 and continuing through August 26.
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Recycling Bins now placed throughout the WBC Campus
Please place all recyclable material in the blue recycling containers placed in the South Wing, Kitchen, Narthex, Sacristy (communion prep room), and upstairs East Wing. Let's make WBC greener!
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Download the WBC app for Apple and Android!Go to your favorite app store and search for "Williamsburg Baptist Church." There you will find our free WBC app which gives you easy access to WBC news and events, social media, online giving, and media from our new Rivers blog to sermons (coming soon). You can even use the 'Connect' feature to submit prayer requests to the church office. Download it today!
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A New Constitution & Bylaws
On July 23rd, 2017, the membership present at our Q2 Business Meeting, unanimously approved a new Constitution & Bylaws. Hard copies may be printed upon request by contacting the church office, or, members and friends of WBC may download copies by clicking the Adobe icon.
| 2017 WBC Constitution & Bylaws |
8/21 - Tuesday @ 7:00pm - Rev. Willson preaching at Chickahominy Baptist Church
Rev. Willson has been invited as the Tuesday night speaker at this annual event.
8/22 - Wednesday @ 7:30pm - Choir Practice Resumes
The WBC Choir will begin its choir season once more with practice on the evening of Aug. 22, in the South Wing. Practice meets weekly and lasts for approximately an hour-and-a-half. Interested in joining the choir? Just show up!
9/2 - Sunday @ 9:30am - New Learning Term Begins
New Learning Groups begin meeting this Sunday, with new topics for the fall term! WBC Kids' Sunday School meets in the upstairs East Wing. Adult Learning Group are open to all from Senior High through Senior Citizen, and meet in various classrooms in the West Wing 1st floor through Dec. 9. CLICK HERE to check out the fall line up.
9/2 - Sunday @ 11am - Back to School Sunday & Blessing of the Backpacks
Come worship with us as we welcome (back) our college students and ask a blessing on local students and teachers as well, for the new school year. Our younger students are welcome to bring their backpacks for the Blessing of the Backpacks.
9/7 - Friday @ 9am - All Are Welcome Coffee Hour at Panera Bread (New Town)
As the name says, "all are welcome" to this informal coffee hour with fellow WBC'ers and your friendly neighborhood pastor. Come join us on the first Friday of each month for some caffeinated conversation!
9/7 - Friday @ 12pm - All Together Brown Bag Lunch & Dialogue in the South Wing
All are invited to the South Wing of Williamsburg Baptist Church on the first Friday of each month to bring a bag lunch, hear knowledgeable guest speakers, and enjoy a lively discussion about issues that concern the community, social justice, and racial understanding. Learn more about All Together at www.alltogetherwilliamsburg.org/
9/14-16 - Friday to Sunday - Annual Symposium for Pilgrimage Studies at W&M
CLICK HERE to learn more and to register.
9/18 - Tuesday - CBFVA General Assembly at Broadus Memorial Baptist Church in Charlottesville
Make plans now to participate in this year’s CBFVA General Assembly. The theme for 2018-2019 is Seeking Transformation, and that is the focus of our gathering. Mark Tidsworth, President of Pinnacle Leadership Associates, will be our keynote speaker. Mark is a frequent speaker, leadership coach, and congregational consultant. Mark encourages what he considers three essential shifts: (1) from member identity to disciple identity, (2) from attractional church to missional church, and (3) from consumer church to sacred partnering. This gathering is an important way to kick-off this year-long focus on congregational transformation.
Looking ahead...
10/7 - Sunday @ 11am - Science Sunday
11/4 - Sunday @ 11am - All Saints Sunday & 190th Anniversary Celebration
12/2 - Sunday @ 11am - First Sunday in Advent
Mission Opportunities
8/22 - Wednesay @ 5:00pm - Mission Council Meeting in W-108
8/31 - 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 Claire Buckle or Kay Cheves.
9/14 - Friday afternoon - From His Hands Hunger Ministry (Family 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 Claire Buckle or Kay Cheves.
TBD - 3e Restoration Training Seminar
Postponed - Sunday School Teacher Training in South Wing
8/22 - Wednesday @ 5:00pm - Mission Council Meeting in W-108
8/26 - Sunday @ 12:30pm - Christian Education Council Meeting in W-108
9/5 - Wednesday @ 10:00am - Worship Council Meeting in W-205
8/14 - Tuesday @ 10:30am - Administration Council Meeting in W-108
9/14 - Friday @ 1:00pm - Congregational Care Council Meeting in W-108
9/20 - Thursday @ 3:30pm - Leadership Council Meeting in W-108
For more questions, contact the church office at 757.229.1217 or churchoffice@williamsburgbaptist.com