Jesus calls us to love our neighbors as ourselves. But how can we love our neighbors well if we don’t know them? April is our chance to start or deepen a friendship with those physically closest to us by doing something intentional with a neighbor. Visit the bulletin board in the staff hallway for ideas and to share your experience.
If you would like a $10-50 grant to host an outing or gathering, contact Ali Shoenfelt.
Blacknall is hosting StepUp’s workshop April 9-12. We have a great chance to show our hospitality by providing the group of 10-15 participants and staff with lunch. StepUp Durham is a non-profit that offers Employment Readiness Training, personalized job coaching, employer referrals, and supportive services to job seekers, including those with barriers like a criminal background or gaps in work history.
Contact: Nancy Grigg.
Scriptural Way of the Cross
April 15-19, 9-5 & 6-8 p.m.| Fellowship Hall
Walk the self-guided interactive space and follow Jesus along his journey to the cross. Children are welcome, but parents may want to view the space prior to bringing younger ages. View photos here.
Maundy Thursday Service
Thursday, April 18, 7 p.m. | Sanctuary.
Members from Mt. Level Missionary Baptist Church will join Blacknall. A reception will follow the service. Childcare provided through age 4.
Good Friday Children’s Worship
Friday, April 19, 4:30 p.m. | Room 105
Age 3 to 2nd grade. Children’s worship using the story of the Crucifixion. Parents also welcome to take part.
Good Friday Tenebrae Service
Friday, April 19, 7 p.m. | Sanctuary
A service reflecting on the Passion of our Lord. Childcare provided through 2nd grade.
Easter Services
Sunday, April 21
6 a.m. sunrise service at Mt. Level Missionary Baptist Church (316 Hebron Rd).
8:30 & 11 a.m. Easter services at Blacknall.
St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church in Walltown has invited Blacknall to join in a three day fast for Durham. View the prayer guide above.
Prayer & Fasting Begins
Sunday, March 24, 4 p.m. | Location: St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church
Let’s unite as one body in Christ to fast, pray and praise God. United we stand to proclaim liberty for the captive and a hunger and thirst for righteousness within the body of Christ.
Prayer & Fasting Ends
Wednesday, March 27, 6 p.m. | Location: Blacknall
End prayer and fasting at Blacknall’s Lenten simple supper and service, joined by St. John’s. Come and worship as we journey together toward Easter.
Pastor’s letter from Goodie Bell
Prayer & fasting for Durham with St. John’s Missionary Baptist
March calendar
And more!
Wednesdays, March 6-April 10
SUPPERS
6-6:45 p.m. | Fellowship Hall
A simple meal for $3/person, $10/family (no charge for potlucks on March 6 and April 10); payment accepted at the dinner.
SERVICES
7-7:30 p.m. | Sanctuary
Come and worship as we journey together toward Easter. Children 3rd grade and older are welcome in the service. To help with meal prep or clean up, please sign up here.
CHILDCARE
6:50-7:40 p.m
Infant - Age 3: Nursery Hallway
Age 4 - 2nd Grade: Programming in room 109
Art work by Janice Joy Little.
Thursday, Mar. 14, 7:30-9 p.m. | Fellowship Hall
An Women’s Ministry evening of live storytelling that keeps Christ in the story. In the spirit of Lent, the theme of this Betty is "Relinquishment." We have a great set of speakers lined up: Jill French, Karen Struble, and Margot Hausmann. Contact: Kirsten Burkart.
Ash Wednesday Potluck Dinner
Wednesday, March 6, 6-6:45 p.m. | Fellowship Hall
All are invited to dinner before the service. Please bring a dish or side to share.
Ash Wednesday Service
Wednesday, March 6, 7-7:30 p.m. | Sanctuary
A service marking the beginning of Lent, followed by the imposition of ashes. Children third grade and older are welcome in the service. Childcare: 6:50-7:40 p.m. Infant - Age 3: Nursery Hallway. Age 4 - 2nd Grade: Programming in room 109.
Blacknall is hiring a Director of Nursery and Preschool Children’s Ministries. The director is charged with the responsibility to develop, implement, and evaluate all church programs for nurturing the church’s youngest children in the faith, from birth to pre-Kindergarten, and for encouraging and enabling parents and volunteers in their crucial roles in this regard. This is a part-time 25 hours per week position.
View the full job description here.
To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter that includes a brief statement of faith to childrensearch@blacknall.org.
Friday, Feb. 15 6:30-9 p.m. | Fellowship Hall
The Hospitality Committee will have various board games on hand and encourages you to bring any of your favorite games to share. Please come and join in the fun! If you have any questions, contact Stefanie Tokiyama.