Walnut Grove Baptist Church

We Actually Can Make a Big Difference

Starting on March 30th, we began the “We Actually Can Make a Big Difference” worship series. Over the nine weeks from March 30th to June 1st, we have continued to celebrate how a group of Christians who decide together to do things differently can make a significant, collective impact on the society in which we live.

Another Pavas Trip Being Planned

July 25-Aug 1, 2008 On this trip we plan to have a Bible school for the children and will also take the elderly on a retreat. Click here for more.

Two New Discipleship Opportunities!

This spring, we are starting two new discipleship opportunities. First, the Discipleship Team invites you to jump-start your daily quiet time with inspirational thoughts from Joni Eareckson Tada. Join us starting April 20th as we journey together for 31 days “toward the heart of heaven and into the love of our Father and Savior”. We will read Joni’s book Intimacy with God together as a congregation.

• Discuss the book with other members on the Discipleship Blog!
• Not sure what to read today? Check the 31 Days Calendar

Dick Southworth with The Great Journey, LLC, will be presenting Developing Your Personal Spiritual Practice Sunday afternoons April 14—May 25, 4—6 pm. Do you feel called to take time apart for personal spiritual practice? Do you find it difficult to justify incorporating it into your busy schedule? Do you wonder what you should do during that time? Are you already taking time apart, but feel the need to deepen your practice? RSVP to the church office for this powerful study.

Rayford's Ramblings is now a BLOG!

Blogs clog the web. Why have another? Well, this will be a way to interact. "Rayford's Ramblings" was the title of my articles in the newsletters of the churches I've served as pastor, including Walnut Grove. Frequently, people wanted to respond but it took a while to get the correspondence. The beauty in blogs lies in interactivity. Also, this blog can serve as a sort of "ask the pastor anything you've ever wanted to ask about matters of faith" and we can dialogue about it. Why not try it?

CARITAS – 4/26 – 5/3

It’s time to mark your calendars and schedule your time to Assure Shelter for the homeless. Your help is needed to provide and help with food, clothing, showers, laundry, cleaning, overnight chaperons, etc.

Small Groups at WGBC

Cancer Support Group
Our desire is to give support and hope to those who are going through treatment for cancer at this time. Current cancer sufferers, cancer survivors and their loved ones are all welcome.

Compassionate Hearts Grief Ministry
Join us for deep and sincere sharing among the group members about their experiences with the death of loved ones in their lives. The group's tag line is "Come Together to Share, Come Together to Care".

Joyce Wyatt Circle
The Joyce Wyatt Circle exists to encourage, support and disciple women of all ages, both in our church community and outside the walls of Walnut Grove.

Mojo Moms
Mojo Moms is a small group for stay-at-home moms. Mojo Moms are at the top of their game, juggling the many facets of their lives and keeping their own needs in balance with their family needs.

Scrapbooking
We meet 7-10 p.m. the third Monday of each month in the Old Fellowship Hall. Bring your supplies for scrapbooking, rubber-stamping, card-making, or any table-top craft, and enjoy some hobby time away from home! Bring a snack or drink to share if you can.

Single Parents
The Single Parents' Circle is for mothers and fathers with children 18 and under who are divorced, widowed, or never married.

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NorthStar Community

Through our partnership with NorthStar Community, we support and address addiction issues for both individuals and their families.  Many people, just like you and me, are addicted, or are dealing with addiction issues in their lives.  We are here to support any and all people (perhaps even you) who have decided that they are sick and tired of being sick and tired. The meetings/service will begin with music, food, and fellowship, and a message, followed by support groups.  Everyone is welcome to attend – we all have habits, hang ups, & hurts. 

2008 WGBC Softball Schedule is available

2nd Quarter 2008 Nursery Schedule posted!

The nursery schedule is always available on the top right of the Children's Ministry page!

Vision Statement

The vision of Walnut Grove Baptist Church is to be a community of passionate followers of Christ serving the needs of individuals in Greater Hanover and throughout the world by offering culturally relevant resources, ministries and opportunities for developing authentic relationships that empower people to live God-centered lives.

Sunday Services

• 9:00 a.m. The Edge (Contemporary worship)
• 9:45 a.m. Bible Study
• 11:00 a.m. Worship Service (Traditional)

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