Grafton Baptist Church, Hartfield, will host its annual homecoming celebration on Sunday, Aug. 9, at 11 a.m. Its guest minister will be the Rev. Dr. John C. Wright Jr of Immanuel Baptist Church, Saluda, accompanied by his choir, ushers and congregation. Lunch will be served following the morning worship service. There will be a morning service only.
Its homecoming theme is “A Time to Reflect, A Time to Celebrate.”
They invite you to come out and join in the reflection and celebration as they gather together to praise God and enjoy each other.
Revival services schedule:
- Monday, Aug. 10 — Bishop Carlton Johnson, Zion Branch Baptist Church, Saluda.
- Tuesday, Aug. 11 — The Rev. Gernard Reed, Mount Vernon Baptist Church, White Stone. Wednesday, Aug. 12 — Rev. Dr. Leonard Edloe, New Hope Fellowship Church, Hartfield.
The prayer and praise service begins at 7 p.m. each night and the revival service is at 7:15 p.m.
Call Roxanne Briggs at 757-880-0461 if there are questions.
The United Women of Faith of Lower United Methodist Church, in coordination with the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office and the Middlesex County Family YMCA, is offering a free child safety seat inspection by a certified inspector.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has found that almost half of all child safety seats are improperly installed or chosen incorrectly. A simple check by an inspector can ensure that your child’s safety seat is protecting your child as intended.
The safety checks take place on Friday, Aug. 14, from noon to 3 p.m. at Lower United Methodist Church, which is located in Hartfield just off General Puller Highway at 120 Lower Church Road.
For information, call the church office at 804-776-6250.
Lower United Methodist Church (LUMC) at 120 Lower Church Road, Hartfield, invites everyone to join them this Sunday at 10:30 a.m. for their traditional worship service in their historic sanctuary.
Adult Sunday school is offered Sunday at 9:30 a.m. in the LUMC Fellowship Hall, preceded by Coffee Fellowship beginning at 9:15 a.m.
Their women’s choral ensemble, Wellspring, meets Monday at 6 p.m.; and at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, their hand bell choir, Embellish, will practice. The community is invited to stop by LUMC Fellowship Hall Wednesdays from 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. for free coffeehouse drinks.
All are invited to a time of group prayer every Wednesday at 4 p.m.
For information, visit lowerumc.org or email lumc@va.metrocast.net.
Zoar Baptist Church’s “Rainforest Falls, Exploring the Nature of God” vacation Bible school is going on this week. It features magical sets and decorations. “We know the children are going to be thrilled,” a Zoar spokesman said. It runs 4:45-7:45 p.m. daily, with a big final day gala capping off the fun this Friday, Aug. 7.
For information, call 804-350-5051.
All are welcome to attend the Sunday, Aug. 9, 9 a.m. worship service at the Bethpage Camp-Resort amphitheater. Dress is casual. In case of inclement weather, go to Bethpage’s pavilion or rally center.
This non-denominational gathering of fellowship, worship and music has been co-hosted by Urbanna Baptist Church and Bethpage for 45 summers.
For information, you may contact Bob Fitch at 804-291-6434 or John Smith at 804-832-7561. You may reach Urbanna Baptist Church at 804-758-2720.
Bethpage is located at 4685 Old Virginia St., just outside Urbanna
Saluda’s All Saints Anglican Church is a welcome refuge for many people of different faiths who come together for worship, praise, beautiful music, fun fellowship and sharing the enduring love of Jesus Christ. It is located at 48 New St.
All Saints is led by Bishop Jeffrey Johnson and it practices a traditional liturgy from the “1928 Book of Common Prayer” with sound theological and biblical teaching.
Share with them the Holy Communion service on Sunday mornings at 11:15 a.m., following their 10 a.m. adult Bible study. Fellowship after the church service is a warm celebration of friendship.
On Wednesdays at noon, they have a 30-minute Holy Communion service, which also includes prayers for the nation. There is no sermon. Bring a bag lunch and meet with friends after the service in the parish hall next door.
For information, speak with Bishop Jeff at 757-374-6724, email him at FrJeffJohnson@gmail.com or visit the church website at www.AllSaintsSaluda.com.
All are welcome. There is hope. God has not forgotten you.
Union Shiloh Baptist Church’s nightly revival is currently under way and continues though Friday, Aug. 7. The evening services will begin at 3:30 p.m. The messages will be delivered by Bishop Carlton Johnson, pastor of Zion Branch Baptist Church. He will be accompanied by his choir, ushers, officers and congregation.
The revivalists for the week include:
- Thursday – Minister Frank C. Gregory Jr., First Baptist Church Harmony Village, Locust Hill.
- Friday – The Rev. Dr. Kimberley Scott, Union Shiloh Baptist Church, Jamaica.
Prayer and Praise will begin at 7 p.m. and the worship service will begin at 7:15 p.m.
All are welcome to attend.
Dr. Randolph Scott Sr. is the pastor.
Deaconess Bernadette A. Robinson is the church clerk.
Union Shiloh is located at 1475 Tidewater Trail in Jamaica.
For information, call 804-296-4354.
Angel Visit Baptist Church, Dunnsville, will celebrate its 160th church anniversary and homecoming weekend on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 8 and 9. The celebration will begin on Aug. 8, with a Fun Day celebration on the back lawn of the church from noon to 4 p.m. There will be food, games for all ages, music, fun, and fellowship.
On Aug. 9, the worship service will take place at 10 a.m. in person and by Zoom. The Preached Word will be delivered by Angel Visit’s pastor, the Rev. Dr. Carla E. Lightfoot. Music will be provided by Angel Visit Voices of Praise under the direction of Sandra Kidd. The theme for this homecoming/anniversary is “160 Years: God’s Incredible Blessings.” Dinner will be served following the morning worship service.
A revival will be offered on Wednesday, Aug. 12, with prayer and praise at 7 p.m. and a worship service at 7:30 p.m. Dr. Robert A. Diggs Sr., pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church, Petersburg, will be the revivalist. Music will be provided by a combined choir with members of the MGM Choir and the SRBA Choir under the direction of John Smith.
The public is cordially invited to both weekend events and revival. The Sunday and revival services will take place in person and by Zoom. For Zoom information, email AngelVisitBaptistChurch@gmail.com or call 804-443-5977.
Bay Aging has announced the launch of its newest Memory Café in Middlesex on Thursday, Sept. 17. The free monthly gathering will meet on the third Thursday of each month from 1:30-3 p.m. at Christ Church Parish, 56 Christchurch Lane, Christchurch.
Memory Café offers meaningful programming, friendship, and acceptance for people experiencing cognitive changes, along with family members, friends, and professional caregivers who support them. Participants are invited to enjoy conversation, connection, and community support in a welcoming setting.
For information, contact Bay Aging Options Counselor Kelsie Houston at 804-650-2710 or email her at khouston@bayaging.org.
Immanuel Baptist Church of Saluda is now on its summer schedule and its Sunday worship services are at 10 a.m. The services are preceded by Sunday school, which runs 9-9:45 a.m., and a praise service, which is 9:50-10 a.m.
Christ Church Parish (Episcopal) at 56 Christchurch Lane in Christchurch welcomes everyone to attend its services at 8 and 10:30 a.m. each Sunday. There is a coffee hour after each service for refreshments and relaxation. A nursery is provided in the fellowship hall during the 10:30 a.m. service.
On the first and third Sunday of each month, children pre-kindergarten through grade five are welcome to attend its Sunday school class (“Godly Play”) during the 10:30 a.m. service. (This is a change from the former once a month schedule.) They then join their parents for worship in the church.
“Come join our vibrant community of worshipers!” a church spokesman urged.
Folks continue to celebrate Kilmarnock United Methodist Church’s Laundry Day Ministry.
Church members go to Speed Wash, 110 Irvington Road, Kilmarnock, three days each month to greet, talk with customers, help bring their laundry into the facility and pay for all laundry costs during the nine hours each month that they are present, reported Whitney Lang.
Thanks to the generous contributions of church members and later due to the receipt of a grant, the ministry has expanded from once each month to three times a month, impacting more than 231 people during the first year, said Lang.
The ministry has grown to include water and snacks, individual packets of detergent and coloring books and crayons for children who accompany their parents. The owner of the laundromat has been a part of this mission from its inception and has made these “laundry missionaries” welcome.
To support this mission, call 804-435-1797.
Forest Chapel United Methodist Church (FCUMC) at 330 Forest Chapel Road, Saluda, invites those looking for a friendly country church to join them on Sunday. The church service begins at 8:45 a.m. with Pastor John Dey bringing the gospel message.
The service is followed with a fellowship time with refreshments, coffee and heartfelt connections.
If you are looking for a small church with a big heart, come and join them — they would love to have you.
For information, email ecbeads@yahoo.com.
A weekly Bible study is offered at the Middlesex County Public Library’s Urbanna branch. All denominations are welcome. It meets Mondays 10:15-11:15 a.m.
For information, call 804-815-1170.
Catholic Church of the Visitation (COV) in Topping recurring events include:
- 8:30 a.m. Sundays — New Worship Area Rosary (Cindy Jessee).
- 9:30-10:30 a.m. first Thursday of the month — Adoration (Cindy Jessee).
- 9:30 a.m. second Monday of the month — Visitation Singers (Carol McCormack).
- 5:15 p.m. third Wednesday of the month — Knights of Columbus meeting (Al Langer).
- 1 p.m. second and fourth Monday of the month — Shawl Ministry (Sandi Delagrange).
- 9 a.m. first Friday of the month (other weeks 9:45 a.m. Thursdays) — COV Gals (Louise Petralia/Eileen O’Brien).
- TBA second Thursday of the month — Liturgy Meeting (Noelle Harvey).
For information, email office@COVTopping.org.
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