Sunday, July 28, 12:30 p.m. | Community Room
World Relief, one of Blacknall’s local mission partners, has invited us to consider hosting a refugee family this fall. If you are interested in being a part of a team that would welcome and help a refugee family settle into life here in Durham, we are having an informational meeting after second service.
Here is a way for us to welcome and care for the alien and stranger in our midst.
If you have questions, please contact David Dunderdale.
World Relief Prayer Vigil for Refugees & Immigrants
Wednesday, July 31, 6:30-7:30 p.m. | Blacknall Sanctuary
A time for the wider community to gather together in solidarity with refugees in our city and around the globe in a spirit of lament and prayer—asking that God would intervene and decisively disrupt and thwart inhumane and unjust public policy.
Sunday, June 21, 6:30 | Sanctuary
Celebrate the Lord’s Supper and receive prayer for yourself and others. This service takes place the 3rd Sunday of every month.
Sunday, July 7, 9:50-10:45 a.m. | Fellowship Hall
Curious about what happens in the Fellowship Hall on Thursday evenings? The Marriage Course leadership team will host a program (with breakfast and coffee!) on Sunday, July 7. You’ll meet the Marriage Course team, watch a brief video, and hear from those who have taken the course and/or served in this vital ministry. If you’ve ever had a nudge to see what The Marriage Course is all about, please attend. Contact: Joyce Kight..
Friday, June 21, 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! Snacks provided. If you have any questions, contact Bill Shively.
Athens, Greece | October 2019
Blacknall is planning a mission trip to Athens, Greece to support and encourage Blacknall missionaries, David & Erin Pervis, in their work in church-planting and caring for refugees. The trip will be around the dates of October 5-12. We are looking for team members ages 16 and up who are flexible and are willing to learn and be encouragers.
For more information, contact David Dunderdale.
Pastor’s Letter from Goodie Bell
Gratitude and Giving by Ashley Weinard
Summertime is Reading Time by Mindy Lance
& More!
Do you have a summer garden? Consider creating an arrangement for the narthex! Click here to sign up.
Sunday, June 9, 6 p.m. | Fellowship Hall
Come celebrate and be glad! We will enjoy a feast of good food and of reports from our own congregation and our mission partners locally, on campus, and internationally of how the lost have been found. Come and be encouraged or come and bring your own story. Childcare provided. Dinner is free. Contact: David Dunderdale
June 4, 12-1:15 p.m. | Fellowship Hall
Come discuss a fascinating bit of Durham's racial history by reading The Secret Game: A Wartime Story of Courage, Change and Basketball's Lost Triumph, by Scott Ellsworth. We will discuss the second half of the books at the June meeting. Margot will also lead an evening discussion on Tuesday, June 18, 7:30-9 p.m.
Questions? Contact Susan Kinghorn.
Sunday, May 26, 10 a.m. | Fellowship Hall
Bring a tasty treat to share; coffee will be provided. No Sunday School classes or nursery.
Pastor’s letter from David Dunderdale
Hiking with International Students, Inc.
Chefs for Change with Families Moving Forwards
And more!
Sunday, May 12, 6-7:30 p.m. | Fellowship Hall
Gather to pray for God’s Kingdom to come on campuses, in Durham, and around the world. Childcare provided
Thursday, May 9, 9:30-11:15 a.m. | Fellowship Hall
You are invited to the annual Spring Brunch of the Thursday morning Women's Bible Study. Each of the teachers will offer a personal takeaway from the study of Isaiah and lead the group in a time of reflection. You do not need to have done the study to attend. Please come and see how Isaiah has been active this year!
Sunday, May 5, 12:30 p.m. | Fellowship Hall
Currently we have a big need for new adults to connect with and support our youth. We encourage you to come learn how you can do that!
April 28, 12:30-2:30 p.m. | Iredell Street.
The deacon's Hospitality Committee invites you to our annual Block Party. Enjoy a cook out, tasty frozen treats, a bouncy house, free tote bag printing and wonderful fellowship with your Blacknall family.
Please bring a side dish to share: last names beginning with letters A-I baked beans, J-R salads, S-Z coleslaw. In the event of rain, the Block Party will be moved indoors at Blacknall.
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.