Today, the Fruit of the Spirit Ministry is hosting its third annual celebration.
The celebration theme is “The Heart of Christian Living: Walk by the Spirit…led by the Spirit…Live by the Spirit.” Galatians 5:16,18 and 25. Rev. Dr. Cheryl Coleman Hall is the preacher for the worship service. Immediately after the service, the congregation will move to the Brooks Chapel to rededicate the recently renovated space. A reception will follow in the Wyatt A. James Fellowship Hall. For more information on the ministry, click here.
You are invited to the Rededication Ceremony for the Brooks Chapel today after worship service. The chapel, named for legendary Nineteenth Street pastor Rev. Dr. Walter Henderson Brooks, has recently undergone renovations and is reopening for special meetings, weddings, and other programs.
Immediately after the conclusion of the Fruit of the Spirit Sunday worship service, the congregation will proceed from the sanctuary to the chapel, using the breezeway leading to the church offices.
Deaconess Kathryn Brooks, whose husband, the late Elmer T. Brooks, was a grandson of Rev. Brooks, will cut the ribbon at the front of the chapel doors. The ceremony will include a presentation from Trustee Charlie Sprow, chair of the Chapel Committee that managed the renovations, and remarks from Deaconess Brooks. In addition, a biography will be distributed commemorating the history, life, and service rendered by Rev. Brooks, our pastor for 63 years, beginning in 1882.
After the rededication ceremony, there will be a reception in the Wyatt A. James Fellowship Hall.
All are encouraged to attend.
Volunteers urgently wanted to help maintain the prayer garden. Basic gardening skills are needed. Community service hours are available to youth volunteers. Stop by the Garden Club table today, in the fellowship hall.
If you have pre-purchased the book or workbook, “My Body is Special” by Rev. Dr. LaKeesha Walrond, you may see Rev. Robin Turner to pick up your copy today. There also will be a limited number of the signed hard-copy books available for purchase in the fellowship hall after the rededication of the Brooks Chapel. This is a great resource for building girls’ confidence and safety.
The Global Observance of Earth Day is tomorrow, April 22. It is a reminder of “the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability, encouraging us to come together and take action for a healthier planet and brighter future.”
Transformation Tuesday Night Bible Study is from 7 to 8:15 p.m. (EST) on Zoom. Along with the Bible, our focus is the book “Something Needs to Change” by David Platt. You can purchase the book here and the study guide here on Amazon or wherever books are sold. If you have questions, contact Rev. Robin Turner or Rev. Dr. Cheryl Coleman Hall. The next class is April 23.
The Zoom link is:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87189070040?pwd=amxRcE9aN2xScGhFSG54c2xEL0FwZz09
Meeting ID: 871 8907 0040 Passcode: 957882
The Food Pantry and Clothes Closet will be open this Thursday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Apply Now for the Dorothy M. Jefferson Scholarships for Students in Business The Stewart Family Foundation (TSF) is awarding two scholarships this year in memory of their beloved matriarch, Dorothy M. Jefferson, who would have celebrated her 100th birthday on May 30, 2024. TSF is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to empower and give back to underserved communities through education, inspiration, and elevation.
The Dorothy M. Jefferson Scholarships will be awarded to a male and a female student at any academic level in the field of business administration. Students who are members or related to members of Nineteenth Street who have a B average or above are eligible to apply. The $1,000 scholarships will be presented to the recipients during the Sunday, May 26 worship service. Students must be present to accept their awards.
To apply for the Dorothy M. Jefferson Memorial Scholarship, complete the application and its four short essay questions and provide proof of GPA or a transcript. Contact Youth & Young Adult Pastor Rev. James Harris at 404-908-7050 with questions. Complete applications must be submitted to “youthpastor@19thstreetbc.org” by April 26, 2024.
Dear Women, add your voice to our Women’s Day Choir! We are looking forward to an exciting Women’s Day worship service and you can be a part. We invite and encourage you to join with your sisters in raising your voice in song with the Women’s Day Choir. Our special guest will be Professor Latonya Wrenn. Rehearsal will be this Saturday, April 27 at 11 a.m. Join us!
Also, this Saturday, April 27, is Jazz on the Lawn from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Our featured artist is Craig Alston and Friends. Plan to have a musical afternoon with us. In case of inclement weather, join us in the fellowship hall.
Women’s Day, sponsored by the Missionary Society, is next Sunday, April 28. This year’s theme is “Equipped to Serve through the Power of the Holy Spirit.” The supporting scripture for the theme is Ephesians 4:11-13. Rev. Dr. Zina Jacque, Assistant to the Pastor for Small Groups at the Alfred Street Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia, is our guest preacher for the Women’s Day worship service. We kindly request that women wear white on Women’s Day.
We also, with hopeful hearts, encourage each one to donate $50 to help support the various mission obligations of the Missionary Society. See you April 28!
Health Expo ~ May 1 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. ~ in the fellowship hall.
Biblical Study Classes and Courses
Sponsored by the Baptist Educational Congress of the District of Columbia and Vicinity – An Auxiliary of the Baptist Convention of the District of Columbia and Vicinity
The 2024 Congress will be held Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 10, 2024, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. on Zoom. This is your opportunity to register for a one-week ten-hour Christian education biblical study class during this 81st Annual Congress. Nineteenth Street’s Board of Christian Education will register and pay for your selected spiritual course, developed, and led by instructors from both the National Baptist Convention USA, Inc. and the National Progressive Baptist Convention. The classes are designed to meet the needs of church congregations locally as well as nationally. For additional information, a list of the courses and to register, send an email to Nineteenth Street’s Board of Christian Education member, Sister DeVera Redmond, dyredmond@aol.com.
Register today!
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service for Deacon Raymond C. “Grandee” Johnson Sr. will be held Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Family Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The service will begin at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Nineteenth Street Baptist Church Progressive Adults ministry.
Thank Yous
I express sincere appreciation to all my family, friends and church members for assisting the Clothes Closet in flourishing under the leadership of the Jarvis Memorial Club. Thanks for helping our church to continue helping people who are in need. Donations and volunteers are always welcome.
Items can be dropped off at the church office. Any suggestions or questions can be forwarded to Deacon Sandra Keaton Brown. Thank You.
Are you moving? Have you moved? Please remember to notify/update the church office with your new address and phone number by sending an email to office@19thstreetbc.org or calling the office at 202-829-2773. Thank you.
April is National Minority Health Month. This annual observance builds awareness about the health disparities that persist among racial and ethnic minorities. Black Maternal Health Week was April 11-17.