Sunday Worship

Jan. 18, 2026

Welcome to Blacknall Memorial Presbyterian Church! Sunday worship is the heart of our life at Blacknall. Every Sunday we gather to celebrate Jesus Christ as our Lord. Join us for in-person worship Sunday at 8:30 and 11 a.m. Services include many elements of a traditional Christian liturgy, such as confession and weekly communion by intinction (bread dipped in a communal cup). There is also a time of informal sharing and prayer. Read FAQs about our services to learn more.

Livestream Service (8:30 a.m.)

This week’s text: Mark 8:27-30

In the event that the livestream fails to start or stops working, we will upload a recording of the worship service here as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience!

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On Sundays

Children’s Worship

During Sunday worship, children in pre-K(4) - 2nd grade should sit with their parents in the Sanctuary until they are called forward for the Children’s Blessing. Teachers will then escort children downstairs to their classrooms. Learn more.

Sunday School (10 a.m.)

Join us for Sunday School — all ages are welcome! No need to have joined a class previously. Read more about our classes for adults, youth, and children.

Are you new to Blacknall?

We’d love to get to know you! If you are a visitor, please let us know and fill out our visitor form.

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Learn more about our pastors, history, and Sunday services.

Welcome from Senior Pastor Goodie Bell

Upcoming Church Events

Featured Events
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Jan 20
Alpha Dinner and Discussion

Walk through core aspects of the Christian faith with people across the spectrum of belief. 

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Jan 24
Bitty Bettys: Meals and Stories

Join for stories inspired by Ephesians 3:18: “…how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ.”

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Feb 1
4th & 5th Grade Girls Bake Sale

All proceeds will support Emanuel Food Pantry, part of our ministry partner Iglesia Emanuel.

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Feb 8
2nd Sunday Prayer for Mission Partners

Gather for a time of prayer.

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Feb 8
Evening Prayer Service

Blacknall’s contemplative service returns.

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News & Announcements

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Grow Deeper Together — Join a Small Group

If you aren’t already part of a small group at Blacknall, register and we can help place you in one that fits your schedule.

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Kids Can Help Lead Worship with Blacknall Dance

Sunday night rehearsals take place from March 1 - April 12.

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Seeking Singers of All Skill Levels for the Blacknall Choir

Sing renaissance choral music to contemporary worship songs.

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In Faith and Friendship, Blacknall Small Groups Build Community

Blacknall members, attenders, and friends are finding connection in small groups that foster deeper relationships within the body of Christ.

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Spring Women’s Bible Study: Ephesians

We’ll study Ephesians with a study guide by Heather Holleman and with teaching by Blacknall women.

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Love & Serve

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Support Steve and Diane

Let's support Steve and Diane as Steve recovers from back surgery. Sign up to take them a meal.

Ways to Serve
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Volunteer at Duke Supper Club Kickoff

Support international students on Friday, Jan. 30.

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Opportunities to Serve at Blacknall!

Looking for a place to serve at Blacknall? Check out our volunteer hub. Whether you’re into decorating, singing, storytelling, or just hanging out with the cool kids (our middle/high school students, obviously!), we have a place for you to serve at Blacknall! There are also low commitment—but critical— positions that we need to fill.

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Thanksgiving & Prayer Requests

How can we pray for you? Use this form to let us know.

Want to pray for others? To protect the privacy of our members and attenders, we have moved most prayer requests to a password protected page. You can find the password for the “Prayer Concerns” on the Links tab/page in Church Center.

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Concerns for January 18, 2026

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World

  • We pray for our brothers and sisters living with uncertainty, fear, and stress due to the presence of ICE.

  • In the ongoing conflict in Israel and Palestine, we pray for the peace and protection for the people of Gaza, for all who are suffering, and for those who have lost loved ones. We give thanks and pray for the fragile ceasefire and for lasting peace in this region.

  • We pray for the Democratic Republic of Congo and for our mission partners in Beni and Bunia, for their safety, and for enduring peace in the entire region.

  • We pray for our president and other world leaders that they would make decisions that are right and that would make for peace and justice.

Life Together

  • We thank God and pray for our pastors, Goodie Bell and David Dunderdale, that the Lord would give them spiritual insight, wisdom, and strength as they lead us in faithfully following Christ.

  • We pray for our Alpha sessions that start this week — that participants will feel welcome to talk openly about life and faith, with room for the Holy Spirit to move. 

  • We pray for our Officer Nominating Committee as they seek the Lord’s leading on the people to nominate to serve our congregation as elders and deacons. Please pray for Rhett Davis, Bo Harrison, Melissa Hartemink (vice chair), Hannah King, Mary Mathew, Jim Nolen, Cullen Rodgers-Gates (chair), and Rachel Stine (Deacon rep), along with Goodie Bell and David Dunderdale (Pastors, ex officio).

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Upcoming Partner & Community Events

Upcoming Events
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Jan 23
Developing a Christian Mind Conference

The event includes topics focused on ways to integrate faith with an academic life.

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Feb 1
Community Prayer for Racial Justice

Pray for racial justice and God’s care and provision for the poor and most vulnerable.

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Community Announcements

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Help the Homeless as Temperatures Get Colder

The City of Durham and partner organizations have organized the “100 Days of Warmth” campaign to help the homeless.

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Housing for New Hope Seeks Board Committee Volunteers

The Blacknall ministry partner provides services to people experiencing homelessness and work to expand affordable housing.

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Join the 'Durham to Alabama Pilgrimage'

A five-day spiritual journey of discovering how the work of racial justice spans generations and geography.

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