CHURCH CALENDAR: Friday, May 6

Banister Hill Baptist: Worship services will be held in the sanctuary, 98.9 FM on radio in the parking lot and on Facebook. Sunday school is at 6 p.m. on Thursdays on Facebook. Revival services will be held in parking lot on  at 7 p.m. Sunday through Tuesday with Evangelist Minister Keaunte Clements of Bennett Memorial Missionary Baptist Church, Danville. Pastor is the Rev. Dr. William F. Carr.

Baptist General Convention of Virginia: Women’s Ministry Area E annual fund raiser service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday. Sunnyside Missionary Association will be hosting. Teleconference number is 1-717-908-1985, access code is 889688.

Berry Hill Baptist: Service is being held at 9:30 a.m. A mask and social distancing is required, tune your radios in to FM 88.9 upon arrival, or by phone call 602-580-9318, access code 2491024. The Rev. Ronnie Haynes is pastor.

Beth Car Baptist: Message: “A Godly Mother.”  The weekday fellowship will be at noon on Monday, May 16. Food and beverages will be provided in the Mary Barksdale Room. After lunch, a movie called “The Girl Who Believes In Miracles” will be shown upstairs in the sanctuary. Friday, May 20,  is Home School Solutions Open House. More information is available by contacting Dr. Sherry Ballew at 540-250-8326 or sherrybballew@gmail.com. Mission of the Month is collecting small bags of “preemie” diapers, preemie/newborn sleepers for premature babies, size 5 diapers, and baby wipes for the Selah Center in South Boston. The Selah Center is a Christ-centered nonprofit ministry that helps women during pregnancy and gives parenting support. Online Bible study is at 7 p.m. on Wednesday on the Facebook page.Listen in the parking lot by tuning in on FM 87.7 or watch the service live or recorded on Beth Car’s Facebook page.

Bethel Grove Baptist: Pastor Bowman will be guest speaker for revival at Ebenezer CME Church, South Boston. The zoom ID is #83509136059, pass code, 933054. The dial in number is 1-301-715-9592, passcode 83509136059. Morning worship is held at 9 a.m. via Zoom and parking lot weather permitting on the second and fourth Sundays. The dial in number is 1-312-626-6799, and the meeting ID number is 897-3795-3502#. Sunday school is held at 10:30 a.m. on the second and fourth Sundays, via Zoom. The dial in number is 1-312-626-6799, and the meeting ID number is 856-3411-7077#. A church business called meeting will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, in the church parking lot weather permitting. Pastor is the Rev. Marvin L. Bowman.

Blue Wing Grove Baptist: Worship service begins at 10 a.m. either inside practicing social distancing and face covering required or in parking lot tune in to 89.9 FM. Conference call number 425-436-6318, access code 3010822. Message delivered by Pastor Coleman or First Lady Minister Jackie Coleman. Music provided by Lionel Best Jr. and Isiah Boxley-Bellamy. First Lady Minister Coleman will be preaching at Pleasant Grove at 9 a.m. on Sunday. Pastor is Graham Coleman.

Cherry Hill United Methodist: Worship starts at 10 a.m. Sunday school follows at 11 a.m. Nursery available.

Access ramp to sanctuary also available. For masks or distancing, use discretion. Pastor is Pat Neilsen.

Church of God of Prophecy, Clover: Sunday school 10 a.m. classes available for all ages. Worship at 11 in person, live stream on Facebook church page, or tune in to 88.7 FM in parking lot. Special prayer time is at 7 every Tuesday night. Bible study is at 7 on Wednesday night.

Church Of The Good Shepherd, South Hill: Saturday Bilingual Vigil Mass starts at 7:15 p.m. Sunday Mass begins at 8 a.m. Reconciliation is at 6:30 p.m. Saturday and by appointment. Weekday Mass will be at noon on Wednesday. For additional information call the church at (434) 447-3622.

Crossroads Baptist: Baptism will be at 10 a.m. followed by Sunday school lesson summary. Morning worship starts at 11 a.m. with observance of Mother’s Day. Pastor is the Rev. Steve Wilson.

Crystal Hill Baptist: Sunday school meets at 9 a.m. Worship will follow at 9:30 a.m. Join on radio station 88.3 via the parking lot on Sunday. Pastor is Dr. Louis S. Leigh Sr.

Dan River Bethel Baptist: Morning worship service in the sanctuary begins at 10 with Minister Brandon Smith bringing the message. Sunday dress is suggested. Social distancing will be observed. Remember to wear a mask.

Dan River View Missionary Baptist: Worship service will start at 11 a.m. Spring revival will be Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 7 p.m. Willie Briggs will be the pastor for both occasions.

Ellis Creek Missionary Baptist: Indoor Sunday school starts at 9:45 and morning worship follows at 11. Face masks are required. Food bank distribution is from 9 until 5:30 Tuesday, May 10, drive-thru only. Pastor is Julian Miller.

First Baptist, 815 N. Main St.: Prayer team meeting starts at 9:30 a.m. Bible study starts at 9:45 a.m. Worship service will follow at 11 a.m. On Monday, GriefShare is at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Children’s choir will practice at 4 p.m. On Wednesday,  youth group Bible study starts at 6 p.m. Chancel choir practice is at 6 p.m.

First Presbyterian: Interim pastor is the Rev. Glenn Coleman. Sunday school starts at 10 a.m. Worship service follows at 11 a.m. No nursery provided.

Grace Baptist: Worship service begins at 9 a.m. in person and Facebook Live. Sermon topic is ‘The End of a Dictator’ with scripture from Revelation 13. Sunday school starts at 10 a.m. Bible study will be at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday in person and Facebook Live.

Hunting Creek Baptist: Sunday school starts at 9 a.m. and worship follows at 10 a.m. Bible study will be at 7 p.m. on Wednesday studying Psalms and Jesus. Pastor is Steven Emory.

Jeter Chapel Baptist: The pastor and Mother Board Ministry will be recognizing mothers during morning worship Sunday at 11:30 a.m. The mother’s board will shower mothers with live flowers. An assortment of perennials and annuals will be available. This will include hanging baskets and bedding plants. Pastor is Bishop Williams E. Purvis.

Main Street United Methodist: Sunday school starts at 10 a.m. with classes available for adults, pre-K through fifth grade followed by worship at 11 a.m. A nursery is provided, and services are available on Facebook. This week the church will honor mothers and all those women who have been motherly to us. Holy Communion will be observed. Open Bible study live is at 10 a.m. Monday on Facebook; in-person Bible study at 10:45 a.m.; Boy Scout Troop #497 meets at 7 p.m. Tuesday – 1 p.m. Crafty Critters. Wednesday – Bible study and supper at 5:30 p.m. Thursday – “Just Us Girls” meeting at 6:30 p.m.

McCanless Memorial United Methodist: Worship service will begin at 9:30 a.m. For masks, use own discretion. Join Pastor Johnny at the Busy Bean on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:30 to 10:30. Pastor is the Rev. Johnny Tucker.

Mountain Grove Missionary Baptist: Morning service inside starts at 11 a.m. Temperatures will be monitored and social distancing and mask are required. Everyone must enter through the front door of the church.

Mt. Vernon Baptist: Bible study on “Genesis” begins at 10 a.m. Worship service will start at 11 a.m. Choir practice is at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Mail carriers food drive is Saturday, May 14. National Peace Officers Memorial Day is Sunday, May 15. The deacons and deaconesses will meet at 10 a.m. on May 15. Pastor is the Rev. Bill Wilkins.

New Shiloh Baptist: Sunday school starts at 9:30 a.m. and regular church service follows at 11 a.m. Remember to keep social distance and wear your. The Rev. Sylvester Crawley is pastor.

New Zion Baptist: Sunday school begins at 10 a.m. and church service begins immediately following Sunday school. Listen on the radio 87.9 FM in the parking lot. Both services can be heard. Inside service is available, but following COVID-19 guidelines, with mask and social distancing. Mother’s Day service will be Sunday during morning worship. Pastor is the Rev. Willie Yancey.

Owen’s Grove Baptist: Sunday school meets at 10 a.m. Testimony service begins at 10:45 a.m. Worship service will follow  at 11 a.m. following the COVID-19 guidelines. Pastor is John M. Leigh.

Peaceful Tabernacle Baptist: Sunday school service begins at 9:45 a.m. and morning worship follows at 11 a.m. with social distancing guidelines and face masks required. Pastor is the Rev. Jackie Stamps.

Saint John’s Episcopal: The congregation will be led in a service of morning prayers at 10 a.m. A nursery will be available during the worship service. On Wednesday a Healing Service will start at noon. For further information, call the church office at 476-6696 or email us at stjohn@gcronline.com. Rector is the Rev. Timothy Jones.

Shady Grove United Methodist: Sunday school meets at 9:45 a.m. with worship services following at 11 a.m. Nursery is available. Join Pastor Johnny on Monday and Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:30 at the Busy Bean. See Betty Mele to place a carnation in memory and or honor of someone. Cost is $5 per carnation. Pastor is Johnny Tucker.

St. Catherine Of Siena Roman Catholic, Clarksville: Saturday Vigil Mass starts at 4 p.m. Sunday Mass begins at 10 a.m. Reconciliation will be at 3:30 p.m. Saturday and by appointment. Weekday Mass starts at 9:30 a.m. on Friday. For additional information call the church at (434) 374-8408.

St. James Missionary Baptist: Church school is held the first through fourth Sundays from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. followed by worship service at 11 a.m. The holy word is preached by Pastor Jeffress and can be viewed on Facebook page “Reverend Jeffress Radio Ministry.” Please continue to wear facial coverings and practice social distancing for the safety of all attendees. Temperature monitoring will also be conducted prior to entering the sanctuary. The Rev. Gerald D. Jeffress Sr. is pastor.

St. Mark Missionary Baptist: Sunday school begins at 10 a.m. Tune in to 89.3 FM on the radio or inside the church with face covering and social distancing. Worship service will begin at 11 a.m. each week. Pastor is Herbert Pettiford.

St. Matthew Baptist: In-person services with Sunday school at 10 a.m. Worship service is at 11 a.m. on the second and fourth Sundays inside the church. Worship service is on Facebook and Sunday school on conference calls. Bible study is at 6 p.m. Wednesday on conference call 1-951-981-7816. Pastor is the Rev. Dr. Alfred L. Chandler.

St. Paschal Baylon Catholic, South Boston: Saturday Vigil Mass begins at 5 p.m. Sunday Mass will be at 11:30 a.m. Reconciliation is at 4:30 p.m. Saturday and by appointment. Weekday Mass starts at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday. For additional information call the church at (434) 572-2285.

The South Boston Church of Christ: Sunday morning Bible study is at 10 a.m. and worship service follows at 11 a.m. Mid-week Bible study is at 7 on Wednesday evening. Private Bible study is available by request. Free Bible correspondence courses are available by calling (434) 575-7138. View the website at www.sobochurchofchrist.com. Listen to the “Power and the Glory” radio program Sunday mornings at 9:20 on WHLF 95.3.

Union Grove CME: Prayer line is held at 7 a.m. Monday through Sunday. Id: 1-605-475-2200. Code:

4515511#. Bible study is held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday online via zoom.com or Facebook live. Worship service is held at 11 a.m.  in the sanctuary, following CDC guidelines. Masks are required. Will have temperature checks and practice social distancing. Service will also be held with online streaming via Facebook live. Pastor is Charles Hudson.

Willow Oak Christian, Virgilina: Sunday Bible study group meets at 9:45 a.m. Worship service through songs, prayer, communion and message starts at 11 a.m. Dr. Mike Haskett is minister.

Zion Grove Baptist: Sunday school is held at 10 a.m. The church will be celebrating Mother’s Day during morning worship service at 11 a.m. Bible study is held at 6 p.m. each Wednesday. All services will be on Facebook Live and Tele-Conference. The church sanctuary will be open under COVID guidelines with temperature checks, masks and social distancing. Parking lot service will be available for those who prefer not to be inside. Join by dialing 1-605-472-5758, Code-209022#. Tony Scott is pastor.

Zion Hill Missionary Baptist: Worship begins at 10 a.m. Inside worship service or parking lot service. Tune in to 87.9 on your radio. For inside worship, remember to wear face masks and social distance. Pastor is Rodney L. Dillard.

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