As continued winter weather impacts Durham, we’ll post updates here about Sunday services, programming, and church office hours.
For the most up-to-date forecast and weather information, visit the National Weather Service's website.
Update: 7:50 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 29
The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for counties across central North Carolina from Friday afternoon through Sunday afternoon. Current forecasts show snow accumulations could range between 5 - 8 inches with occasional wind gusts up to 35 mph.
Update: 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 28
Current weekend forecasts call for "light, measurable snow" between Friday night and Sunday morning. Total amounts aren't forecast yet.
Update: 12 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 27
The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for central North Carolina for the remainder of this week. Along with prolonged periods of dangerously cold temperatures, current forecasts suggest wintry precipitation could accumulate this weekend. We'll provide updates via email and on our homepage if Sunday services or programs are impacted.
Update: 8:35 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 25
Church office will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26.
Update: 7:50 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 25
We plan to hold an in-person service at 11 a.m. this morning. Our 8:30 a.m. service is cancelled. If you choose to travel to Blacknall, please use extra caution since roads and sidewalks may be slick with ice. A livestream is planned and can be viewed on our website and YouTube page.
Update: 9 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 24
Durham County is in a winter storm warning, which will remain in effect form 7 p.m. this evening to 1 p.m. Monday. Mixed precipitation of sleet and freezing rain is expected, with ice accumulations up to a half-inch. The National Weather Service recommends delaying unnecessary travel by roads — drive with caution if you need to leave your home.
Update: 2:15 p.m., Friday, Jan. 23
This weekend’s winter storm will impact regularly scheduled services and programs on Sunday:
Our 8:30 a.m. Sunday service is cancelled due to the likelihood of hazardous winter conditions.
We are also canceling 10 a.m. Sunday School classes and evening programs.
We currently plan to hold an in-person service at 11 a.m. in our Sanctuary — childcare won’t be available during the service. A livestream is planned and can be viewed on our website and YouTube page. If you choose to travel to Blacknall, please use extra caution since roads and sidewalks may be slick with ice.
Please take time to check on your Blacknall friends and neighbors. If you need help before, during, or after the storm, you can reach out to our pastors, elders, or deacons. Contact information is available on our leadership page.
Update: 9:30 a.m., Friday, Jan. 23
Current forecasts from the National Weather Service (NWS) call for the likelihood of heavy, mixed precipitation. Total snow and sleet accumulations between Saturday afternoon and Monday afternoon are estimated to be up to 3 inches. NWS expects ice accumulations between one quarter and three quarters of an inch.
Update: 11 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 22
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch from Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon for central North Carolina. Confidence is increasing in widespread snow, sleet, and freezing rain.