Antioch Baptist
The Rev. Julia Forrest will preach at 11 a.m. Sunday in Antioch Baptist Church, Susan.
The service will also be on Facebook Live at weareantioch1869.
Zoom Bible study and prayer will begin at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Dial 1-646-876-9923, meeting ID: 846 2185 3557, passcode: 311371.
Apostles Lutheran
Apostles Lutheran Church, Gloucester, will hold the Day of Pentecost worship service at 10 a.m. Sunday. A coffee fellowship will be held after the service. Links to the service via Zoom or YouTube are on the church’s website at apostles-elca.org.
Bellamy United Methodist
Bellamy United Methodist Church, Gloucester, will gather for worship at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sunday. The Faith Builders Bible Study will meet at 9:15 and adult Sunday School class meets at 9:30. At the 10:30 service, children ages Pre-K-fifth grade will have Children’s Church. The Youth Group meets at 5 p.m. with dinner.
Bethany United Methodist
The sermon title of Pastor Paul Song of Bethany United Methodist Church, Gloucester Point, at the 8:30 a.m. (informal worship) and 11 o’clock (traditional worship) Sunday services will be “Beginnings.” Sunday School for all ages begins at 9:45. Nursery for infants to 3-year-olds is available beginning at 9:40. The second Sunday breakfast is at 9:30.
Bethel Baptist
The sermon title of the Rev. James Harris at the 11 a.m. Sunday worship in Bethel Baptist Church, Gloucester, will be “What Kind of Witness are You?” Sunday School will begin at 9:15. The services will also be held virtually by logging onto https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/929136757.
The Rev. Mr. Harris and friends will visit the residents at Walter Reed Convalescent and Rehabilitation Center at 10:30 this morning, Thursday, June 5.
Bethel Church of Mathews
Landa Simmons will speak at the 11 a.m. Pentecost Sunday service in Bethel Church of Mathews, in Onemo.
The church is collecting non-perishable items and canned goods for Hands Across Mathews.
Beulah Church of New Point
The sermon title of Pastor Dede Parrish of Beulah Church of New Point, at 11 a.m. Sunday will be “The Promised Gift.”
A covered dish lunch will follow the service.
Family Fun Night will be held from 6:30-8 p.m. Friday at the church.
Central United Methodist
The sermon title of the Rev. Rebecca Rumburg, pastor of Central United Methodist Church, Mathews, at 9:15 a.m. Sunday will be “The Story Continues.” Sunday School follows worship at 10:15.
Church of the Living Word
The sermon title of Pastor-Elect Tiffany M. Foreman of Church of the Living Word, Hayes, at 10 a.m. Sunday will be “Glory to God.”
The Book of James will be the Wednesday Bible study topic at 6:30 p.m.
First Baptist, Ordinary
The sermon title of Pastor Warren Ward at the 10 a.m. Sunday communion service in First Baptist Church, Ordinary, will be “The Cup of Bitterness/The Cup of Blessing.” Church school starts at 9 o’clock.
Bible study will be 1 p.m. Wednesday.
First Morning Star Baptist
The sermon title of Pastor Larry J. Arrington of First Morning Star Baptist Church, Bena at the 11 a.m. Sunday service will be “Comfort for Troubled Hearts.”
The in-person worship service will be broadcast by teleconference 804-256-2475, and livestreamed on the church’s Facebook page.
Gloucester Point Baptist
The sermon title of Intern Pastor Anthony Riedel of Gloucester Point Baptist Church at 11 a.m. Sunday will be “The Secret Life of Christians.”
Grace Covenant Presbyterian
The sermon title of Pastor Jesse Hill of Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, Gloucester, at 10:30 a.m. Sunday will be “Pentecost.” The feast of Pentecost will be celebrated and remembered by giving thanks for the work of God’s Spirit 2,000 years ago, and praying and believing that the same spirit is at work in our midst even today, a release said.
Gwynn’s Island Baptist
Gwynn’s Island Baptist Church will hold its outdoor drive-in worship on the grounds of the Gwynn’s Island Civic League property, across from the church, at 10 a.m. Sunday; parking begins at 9 o’clock. The sermon title of Pastor Ed Jordan will be “God’s Activity in U.U.U.” Special music will be by Ada Barnes and the Barnes family.
Ladies’ Bible Study meets at 10 a.m. Thursdays and Men’s Bible Study at 9 a.m. Tuesdays.
Kingston Episcopal
Kingston Episcopal Parish, Mathews, will observe Pentecost Sunday with Holy Eucharist Rite I at 8 a.m. at Christ Church on Williams Wharf Road and Holy Eucharist Rite II at 10:30 at Kingston Chapel on Main Street.
Monday (1 p.m.) and Tuesday (7 p.m.) classes will meet. Wednesday noon Holy Eucharist/Healing takes place at the parish house.
Sunday and special services are livestreamed on Facebook and YouTube. For more information and the ID and passcode, call the church office at 804-725-2175.
Mathews Baptist
The sermon title at the 9 a.m. and 11 o’clock Sunday services in Mathews Baptist Church, Hudgins, will be “The Romans Road.” The Lord’s Supper will be celebrated.
Mathews Chapel United Methodist
The sermon title of Pastor Angie Hoen of Mathews Chapel United Methodist Church, Cobbs Creek, at 11 a.m. Sunday will be “Pentecost: The Ultimate Surprise Party.”
Morning Glory Baptist
The sermon title of Pastor Donna Freeman of Morning Glory Baptist Church, Gloucester, at the 11 a.m. Sunday service will be “Holy Spirit You Are Welcome!” Sunday school and New Disciples Class will meet at 9:45.
On Saturday, there will be a weekly prayer conference call at 8:45 a.m.; dial-in 605-313-4440 and enter access code 6913538# and in-person in the sanctuary. The second quarter church meeting will be held from 10 a.m.-noon in the sanctuary.
Joint Bible study with New Mount Zion continues at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. The conference call number for the Bible study is 978-990-5000; access code, 932721#.
Mount Zion United Methodist
The sermon title of the Rev. Calvin Griffin of Mount Zion United Methodist Church, Gloucester, at 9 a.m. Sunday will be “Satisfaction.”
New Hope Fellowship
New Hope Fellowship and Gloucester House will hold a Health Forum on the Signs and Stages of Alzheimer’s and Caregiving: How it affects your life at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 21. The church is located at 11906 General Puller Hwy, Hartfield. Lunch will be served to those who register by June 13. To register, call the church at 804-776-7600 or email newhope2010@gmail.com.
New Point Friends
Pastor Bill West will preach at the 11 a.m. Sunday service in New Point Friends Church. His sermon title will be “The Name of God.”
Newington Baptist
The sermon title of Pastor Chris Grella of Newington Baptist Church, Gloucester, at 10:30 a.m. Sunday will be “Why Belief Matters.” A missionary update will also be given. Various Sunday school classes meet at 9 o’clock. The nursery, for infants and toddlers, will be available.
Prayer ministry will meet at 11 a.m. Thursday.
Wednesday activities include Deeper Adults Bible study and COR3 Youth at 6:30 p.m.
Vacation Bible School is gearing up for June 16-20. Registration is now open at https://vbspro.events/p/newingtonvbs2025.
The Clothes Closet will be open at 10 a.m. June 21. On June 25, there will be a summer study/dinner at 5:45 p.m. called “4 Chair Discipling.”
Olive Branch Global Methodist
The Rev. Randall Cupp, pastor of Olive Branch Global Methodist Church, Gloucester, will preach at the 9:30 a.m. Sunday service. Bible study will follow at 10:30.
All Are Welcome Men’s Breakfast will be held at 8 a.m. on Sunday, June 15.
Saint Paul Comfort
The sermon title of Pastor Dede Parrish of Saint Paul Comfort Church, Susan, at the 9:45 a.m. Sunday service will be “The Promised Gift.”
Salem Community
Salem Community Church, Gloucester, will hold worship at 11 a.m., preceded by adult Bible Study at 10.
Annual Salem fish fry will be from 5-7 p.m. June 14; tickets are $12 per adult and $6 per child; eat in or carryout. Stop by the church office or ask a Salem Community Men’s member to get a ticket.
Severn
The sermon title of Pastor Ray “Bud” Goude of Severn Church, Naxera, at 11 a.m. Sunday will be “The Longest Day.” Adult and Youth Sunday School classes begin at 10 o’clock. The worship service will also be available on YouTube and Facebook.
Neal and Shirley Hogge will lead the Tuesday Bible Study at 6:30 p.m. and Mr. Goude will lead the Wednesday Bible Study at 10 a.m. Classes are held in the church fellowship hall; this is open to all, a release said.
Shepherdsville Baptist
Shepherdsville Baptist Church, Gloucester, will celebrate the sixth pastoral year anniversary of Pastor Douglas Riley and First Lady Ivy Broaddus-Riley. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Alvin Ray Gresham. Musical guests will be The Gresham Brothers and Sister. Program will start at 2:30 p.m. Let’s unite in celebration, worship, and gratitude for the years of guidance and dedication, a release said.
Singleton United Methodist
The sermon title of the Rev. Calvin Griffin of Singleton United Methodist Church, Ware Neck, at 11 a.m. Sunday will be “Satisfaction.”
The United Methodist Men will meet at the church at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 5.
Monday morning Bible study at 9:30 will discuss the book, “Daniel Prayer.” Wednesday night Bible study at 7 o’clock will discuss the book “Christian Manifesto.”
Spring Hill Baptist
The sermon title of Pastor Ross Davis of Spring Hill Baptist Church, Cobbs Creek, at the 11 a.m. Sunday service will be “God’s Redeeming Grace.”
The First United Baptist
The sermon title of Pastor E. Randolph Graham of The First United Baptist Church, White Marsh, at the 11 a.m. Sunday service will be “The Power of Compassion.” Holy Communion will be observed. The service will be streamed via Zoom and Facebook Live.
Union Baptist
Pastor Jared Berry of Union Baptist Church, Hayes, will preach at the 10:45 a.m. Sunday service. Graduates will be recognized. Choir practice will be at 5 p.m.
Wednesday activities will include: 10 a.m., shoebox packing party with lunch and 6 p.m., Wednesday Night Live, Outward Student Ministry and Kids Crew.
Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of The Rappahannock
Kelly Maitland will speak on “Fierce Kindness and You” at 10:30 a.m. Sunday in Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of the Rappahannock, White Stone.
Westville Christian
The sermon title of Pastor Tim Dice of Westville Christian Church, Mathews, at 11 a.m. Sunday will be “God Comes First!” Bible Café will meet at 9:45.
Zion Hill Baptist
Zion Hill Baptist Church, Gloucester, will have in-person worship service at 11 a.m. Sunday. Pastor Eugene Comithier II will preach and the Youth Choir will sing. In-person Sunday school will be held at 9:45 a.m.
Wednesday Bible study will be in recess for the summer.
Zion Poplars Baptist
The Rev. Kenneth Brown, associate minister of Quioccasin Baptist Church, Richmond, will preach at the 11 a.m. Sunday service in Zion Poplars Baptist Church, Gloucester. There will be congregational selections.