This year marks 100 years that Watts Street Baptist Church has been in existence! 100 years of God’s people meeting together at the corner of Watts and Urban, seeking the path of following Jesus together – caring, risking, questioning, worshipping, and so much more. As we celebrate this 100th year we want to reflect the beautiful Dag Hammarskjöld quote, “For all that has been, thanks! To all that ...
Caring for Our Neighbors This Month
In this life we cannot always do great things, but we can do small things with great love. – Mother Teresa We invite every member and friend of the congregation to prayerfully consider engaging with a Watts Street Mission Group, in ways big or small. You can learn about our 2022-2023 WSBC Mission Groups and Community Connections in this Missions Brochure. Here are some ways we can reach ...
Worship and Sunday School Details This Month
Welcome to all who worship with us! Whether you are with us in the sanctuary or watching on your computer from home, we gladly say, Thank God you are here! If you’re visiting or interested in joining the church, you are invited to email Dorisanne at dorisanne@wattsstreet.org and she’ll be delighted to speak with you. If you’re worshipping with us online, we invite you to gather these items near ...
Three Racial Equity Initiatives This Month
The WSBC Adult Education Committee and the WSBC Denominational Relations Committee are offering several opportunities this month for education and growth around the subject of racial equity. The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story You are invited to join us in a discussion of The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story by Nikole Hannah-Jones. This book is an anthology of essays and poetry examining the ...
Caring for our Neighbors this Month
In this life we cannot always do great things, but we can do small things with great love. – Mother Teresa As we continue to wade through these days of COVID-19 , here are some ways we can care for our neighbors who are most vulnerable: February Missions Baskets for the Diaper Bank of NC There is an immediate need for preemie, newborn and size 1 diapers, 2T/3T, 4T-5T pull-ups and ...
Support for Families in Walltown
Many of us have been praying for the 12 families living in the Braswell Properties on Buchannan Blvd. Their homes were recently acquired by a property management company and they received notice that they must vacate the premises by the end of the month. Many have no family in town, are elderly, disabled, and have lived there for 45+ years. They are finding rents in Durham soaring and out of ...
2021 Advent/Christmas/Epiphany at Watts Street
Our Advent 2021 theme is "Close to Home". We hope you will join us throughout this sacred season for worship, music, and special events for all ages! Advent Resource Available WSBC is providing the printed Advent materials: Persist. Proclaim. Advent At Home., written by Mary Elizabeth Hanchey; the artist is Carlye Daugird. We also have a limited number of Advent candles available ...
In-Person and Livestream Worship Services at Watts Street
We invite you to worship with us at Watts Street every Sunday at 11 am! Whether you gather with us in the sanctuary or you watch the livestream service from home, we gladly say, "Thank God you are here!" The Livestream Service begins each Sunday at 11 a.m. and can be found on the Watts Street Baptist Church Facebook page. You do not need a Facebook account to watch the video. (You can click ...
WSBC Creation Care Ministry News
We are 2 weeks’ away from UN climate negotiations in Glasgow, Scotland, and people of diverse religions are rising together in a global, grassroots, multi-faith action called FAITHS 4 CLIMATE JUSTICE to show that “destroying the planet is against our religions.” Fires, droughts, and floods are happening around the globe leaving poverty, trauma, and injustice in their wake. Governments and other ...
November Worship Plan
Join us for Worship in November! November 7, 14, and 21, we invite you to join us for in-person, outdoor worship services at 10 am in the Watts Street parking lot. We look forward to seeing you! OR we welcome you to join us online for a livestream of the service on the WSBC facebook page. Consider leaving a message in the comments or emailing us after the service - we'd love to hear from ...
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