A reflection by Nancy Plott Williams: “Praying in public” are words that make some people very uncomfortable. There’s a sense of inadequacy, of fear, of sounding less-than-holy, of not being able to find the right words. And often when we say “praying in public” we mean being called on Read more…
First time visitors might find our First Time Guest Guide helpful, as well as information on our worship and who we are. Childcare is provided for children younger than five-years-old, thought children of all ages are welcome to be present in worship. Palm Sunday Worship Service Sunday, April 9 2017 Read more…
Fifth Sunday in Lent Service of Worship 10:30AM in the Chapel Extinguishing the Fourth Tenebrae Candle Ordination of Katherine Baucom as Deacon Sermon by Rev. Mandy England Cole Too Late Scripture Texts: Luke 16:19-31 Sermon Series: Journey to Jerusalem: A Life on the Way During Lent, we will explore the demands entailed Read more…
Third Sunday in Lent Service of Worship 10:30AM in the Chapel Extinguishing the Third Tenebrae Candle Singing the Psalm: Psalm 119 Sermon by Rev. Mandy England Cole Losts & Founds Scripture Texts: Luke 15:1-32 Sermon Series: Journey to Jerusalem: A Life on the Way During Lent, we will explore the demands entailed in Read more…
The singing of Handel’s “Hallelujah Chorus” at the conclusion of Easter Sunday worship, is a long standing tradition at Ginter Park Baptist. Easter 2017 will be no exception, but, with a small twist. This year’s edition will include a brass ensemble comprised of students of the Midlothian High School band, Read more…
Second Sunday in Lent Service of Worship 10:30AM in the Chapel Extinguishing the Second Tenebrae Candle Sermon by Rev. Mandy England Cole Ripe for Repentance Scripture Texts: Luke 13:1-21, 31-35 Sermon Series: Journey to Jerusalem: A Life on the Way During Lent, we will explore the demands entailed in following Jesus. Read more…
As ashes were smeared on my forehead, I felt humbled that indeed one day I will return to dust. But almost immediately I felt a bit foolish, kind of the same feeling of having spinach stuck in my teeth. The ash may be an outward symbol of sorrow and repentance, but there is that part of me that just wants to rub it off, to hide the smudge and pretend that my outward appearance is always exactly what I want to express and nothing more. Teach me, Oh God, to set my face for your purposes instead. Read More
First Sunday in Lent Service of Worship 10:30AM in the Chapel Extinguishing the First Tenebrae Candle Celebrating the Lord’s Supper Sermon by Rev. Mandy England Cole Scripture Texts: Luke 10:25-42 Sermon Series: Journey to Jerusalem: A Life on the Way During Lent, we will explore the demands entailed in following Jesus. Read more…
Transfiguration Sunday Service of Worship 10:30AM in the Chapel Deacon Ordination Sermon by Rev. Mandy England Cole Scripture Texts: Luke 9:28-45 Taking Up Residence Peter wants to build a tabernacle and settle down for awhile. We are often tempted to do the same – to want to freeze a moment when it Read more…