Announcements
Spiritual Gifts Test - Would you like a better understanding of your spiritual gifts and where and how to apply them (1 Corinthians 12:4-5, 1 Peter 4:10, Romans 12:4-6a)? Click Here for a free online assessment.
Tutors Needed - 2BC is currently seeking volunteers to help tutor elementary to high school students in the following subjects: Math, Science, Language Arts/English and Foreign Languages. We will be conducting background checks on all potential volunteers.
Update Your Info - Please update your contact information with the business office by either sending an email to info@2bcsouthside.org or calling the church office at 804-232-5124 (opt 4). This will ensure that your year-end contribution statements and other communications reach you.
New Church Hours - Beginning April 1, 2022, the new church hours are as follows: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays-11:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M. (office and building), Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays-6:00 P.M.-9:00 P.M. (building only), Saturdays-9:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. (building only), Closed on Fridays.
2025 Giving Envelopes - The Office is preparing to order personalized giving envelopes for year 2025. Please note that if your 2024 envelopes have not been picked up, then custom envelopes will not be ordered for you. Please email secretary@2bcsouthside.org if you wish to have envelopes printed or if you received envelopes and do not need more or no longer use envelopes. Please respond by July 31st, 2024.
Attention All Ministry Leaders - Effective immediately, for all in-building weekday meetings that are held before 6:00 P.M., have a ministry member posted at the Security Desk from 15 minutes before through 15 minutes after the meeting start time to give building access/egress to meeting participants. Please feel free to contact a Trustee if you have questions.
The Medical Ministry Needs You - The Medical Ministry seeks volunteers with varied backgrounds to help fulfill its duties. You will be trained. Please inquire if you are a high school student (age 16 and up) with an interest in healthcare, student in a medical-related field, CNA, Nurse, Pharmacy Tech, Phlebotomist, Caretaker and many more! For more info contact Nicole Howell (804-514-5114 or mylexis212@gmail.com) or any member of the Medical Ministry.
Volunteer In The Garden - Come and Volunteer in the Garden! Eden’s Garden is open to volunteers every Saturday (weather permitting) from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
Young Adult Bible Study - The YAM invites you to join their monthly Bible Study that will be held on the first Monday of each month at 7:00 P.M. in conference rooms 7, 8, and 9 starting February 6th, both in person and virtually. Please join them.
Women's Fellowship - The Ladies of Virtue (LOV) will hold the monthly Women’s Fellowship on 1st Saturdays at 10:00 A.M. – 12 noon starting on March 4th in the Multi-Purpose Room. Please come out and participate.
Corporate Congregational Prayer - The Intercessory Prayer and the Prayer Praise Ministries invite the 2BC congregation to join them for intercessory prayer in the sanctuary on Wednesdays from 6:00 P.M. to 6:20 P.M. (just before weekly Bible Study), starting March 8th. Also, stop by the prayer request table and place requests in the box and/or pick-up prayer tools.
Wanted: Food Protection Manager - Bread of Life of Second Baptist is seeking a Certified Food Protection Manager. The 3-day certification class starts in April. Scholarships are available for the class. This is a grand opportunity to start a career in the food services industry. Please email info@2bcsouthside.org with your contact information.
Grateful Gifts - Our Grateful Gifts Campaign will run through December 31, 2023. The mortgage will be refinanced next year. Interest rates have risen and so will our payments unless we substantially reduce the debt! Give your best “Grateful Gift” – e.g., if 200 people give $500 each, we’ll raise $100,000 to pay down the debt! Change-for change… Coins add up. Place your coins in the Whirl-A-Mortgage. Together, we CAN! Together, we WILL!
Senior Line Dancing - Starting May 31st and every 2nd and 4th Wednesday thereafter, the Pastor’s Aide Ministry will sponsor Line Dancing from 11:00 A.M. to 12 noon in the Fellowship Hall. The class will be led by Tia Davis at no charge, but donations are appreciated.
Holy Communion To Sick and Shut In - Starting in June 2023, the Deacon and Deaconess Ministries will resume administering communion to members and family members who are sick and shut-in. To schedule communion, contact your family Deacon or send email to Deacons@2bcsouthside.org by the second Sunday of each month.
BRFM Steering Committee - The Broad Rock Farmers Market is recruiting volunteers to join its 2023 Steering Committee. You will enjoy being part of planning and organizing to make the market come alive. If interested, send an email to BroadRockFM@gmail.com with subject: Steering Committee. Meetings start on March 23rd.
Bereavement and Grief Counseling - Sis. Elizabeth Taylor, a student intern at Brightpoint Community College, is completing her internship here at Second Baptist under the supervision of Minister Alice Tamrie. She will be available to work with individuals, families, and groups who may be mourning or going through the grief process starting September 11, 2023. Liz will be available on Thursdays 11:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M., and on 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 10:00 A.M. – 12 noon. She can be reached at eataylor2910@gmail.com or 804-482-9799.
Spiritual Gifts Class - Calling all new and existing members! Come and discover your spiritual gifts and how to effectively use them in the service of others for the building up of God’s kingdom. Starting Sunday, October 30th, 2022 and every 5th Sunday thereafter, the New Member Support Ministry will offer a Spiritual Gifts Class from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.. If you would like to attend, please email newmembersupport@2bcsouthside.org or call 804-502-0133 by the Wednesday before the 5th Sunday.
Reading and Math Tutors Needed - Second Baptist is seeking Tutors in Math and Reading who are experienced and can provide 1-to-1 coaching on 1st and 3rd Tuesday evenings. Please text or call Kristen at 804-502-6354.
Join The Young Adult Choir - The Young Adult Choir seeks new members who are ages 18 – 39 years. This choir supports Sunday worship service on 5th Sundays. Rehearsals are Wednesdays 7:30 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. in months with a 5th Sunday and the month prior. Contact Maya Bennett at 804-304-4705 or Rayelle Jackson-Sutton at 732-331-6535.
The BRFM Committee Needs You - The Broad Rock Farmers Market is recruiting Committee members for its 2024 market season. Be a part of planning and making the market thrive. Must be age 18 years or older, and demonstrate customer service skills with a smile. If interested, send an email to BroadRockFM@gmail.com with subject “I want to help BRFM.” Include your name, telephone number, and email address. We will promptly contact you.
Diabetes Clinic Afternoon Sessions - The Virginia Corporate Extension (VCE) will host an afternoon session of the “Balanced Living with Diabetes” program for people with Type 2 diabetes and their families. Sessions begin here at Second Baptist starting Monday, March 18th at 12:30 P.M. This will be a 6-week program that meets once weekly on Mondays at 12:30 P.M.
Farmers Market Volunteers - The BRFM Steering Committee is recruiting volunteers for the 2024 markets that will take place 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. on 1st and 3rd Saturdays from May through October, 2024. A training session for volunteers will be held 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, April 27th. If interested, send an email to BroadRockFM@gmail.com and plan to attend the training session.
Broad Rock Farmer's Market - The BRFM will open June 1st from 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. It will open on 1st and 3rd Saturdays until October 18, 2024. Take advantage of discounts thru the Take-A-Lap program. SNAP is accepted.
MCM Fellowship/Bible Study - Please join the Married Couples Ministry for Fellowship/Bible Study on 4th Fridays at 7:00 P.M. The next one will be on July 26th.
Rescheduled Semi Annual Church Meeting - The revised date for the Semi-Annual Church Meeting is Thursday, July 11th at 7:00 P.M. in the 2BC sanctuary. Members are urged to be present.
Free Homebuyer Workshop - Take the First Step towards Homeownership by registering for and attending the NACA workshop on Saturday, July 13th, 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. at Second Baptist Church. To sign-up, go to www.naca.com or call toll free 425-602-6222.
YAM Summer Revival - The Second Baptist Young Adult Ministry will host a Summer Revival at 7:00 P.M. on July 16th, 17th, and 18th, 2024. Come and be blessed by the preaching of Yohance Whitaker, Lance D. Watson Jr., and Dr. Ayo Morton.
Family Day/Cookout - All are asked to attend the Second Baptist Family Day/Cookout on Sunday, July 21 after morning worship service. Click Here to view/print the flyer for more details. Please contact Doris Mosby with any questions.
Make A Difference In A Child's Life - Second Baptist is seeking at least 20 volunteers to serve as mentors to read with children once per week at a local elementary school. Please stop by the signup table located in the church lobby by August 1st. Training will be provided.
Ushers Needed - Ushers are needed to serve during Sunday worship services and other events. Duties require standing, walking and sitting for extended periods. Please email Carol Underdue at caunderdue@yahoo.com or call Doris Mosby at 804-433-6712 or email her at domo804@aol.com.
COVID-19 Testing Sites - Visit the VDH website for the most up-to-date information on testing sites and in-home test kit availability. Call 804-205-3501 or go to the website, https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/richmond-city/richmond-and-henrico-area-covid-19-testing-sites/
Discipleship Development Ministry Courses - The Discipleship Development Ministry is offering New Courses beginning in March 2024. Registration is now open. You can pick up the Flyers and Register for the Courses at the Discipleship Development Ministry table in the Fellowship Hall at any time or by emailing us at 2bcdisciples@gmail.com. To find out the particular details of each course and print the flyers, please CLICK HERE.
Sunday Morning Bible Study - Sunday Morning Bible Study for adults and young people takes place from 9:30 A.M.-10:30 A.M. The class is held in person and via Zoom.The Zoom link can be found on the left side of the main page of our web site.
New Members Class - New Member Orientation classes are held in person every 1st, 2nd and 3rd Sunday at 10:00 A.M. The New Member Support Ministry may be contacted at newmembersupport@2bcsouthside.org.
Video Sermons - Enjoy inspired sermons again by visiting our website and select "Sermon Excerpts." Weekly Livestream services may be viewed by clicking on "Latest Sermons" on the main page of our website. Listen weekly to the Biblical teachings. Great for our traveling, sick and shut-in members.
Media Ministry - The Media Ministry is seeking several volunteers for audio, video production and intermediate PowerPoint skillset for Sunday service presentations of song and scripture software. Please contact Sandra Claxton for more information ASAP or email trustees@2bcsouthside.org.
Caring and Sharing Ministry - If you need access to food, emergency housing, clothing or employment resources, the Caring and Sharing Ministry is here to help. Complete an intake form located on the Book Store counter. Please contact Angela Meekins at 804-271-1610 or by email at ameekins24@comcast.net for more information.
H.O.P.E. Ministry - The Harvesters of Positive Energy (H.O.P.E.) Ministry is a confidential support group designed to support families and caregivers of those who have been diagnosed with any kind of cancer. To learn more about how we may assist, please visit the church's website, www.2bcsouthside.org, select the MINISTRIES tab and then under Adult Ministries, select Cancer Care Ministry. Or email cancercare@2bcsouthside.org.
Church Announcements - All announcements placed in the church bulletin must be received no later than the Friday two weeks before the desired publishing date. All announcements must be in Microsoft format and sent via email to announcements@2bcsouthside.org.
Memorial Bricks - The Mature Life Ministry is preparing to order bricks for our Memorial Wall. Please purchase a brick in remembrance of a deceased loved one or a tribute to an organization. This is an ongoing effort to support CFC and the tribute will last forever. For questions or purchases, please see one of the following members: Thelma Anderson, Marsha Carter, Jean Hill or Rebbie Hutchins.
Church email list - Please join our church email list by sending an email to info@2bcsouthside.org for important updates, schedule changes and cancellations sent directly to your email or mobile device. Both our website and Facebook page will give you the latest church information.