UPCOMING EVENTS
VIRTUAL EVENTS
Join us as we continue using a hybrid method to keep the connection and engaging in Ministry.
WATTS CHAPEL MEMBER DATABASE (ACCESS ACS)
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WATTS CHAPEL MEMBER PICTURES
All members are requested to update their current picture or provide a picture for the member database so we may know who you are. If you joined our church family during the pandemic and have not uploaded a picture, or had your picture taken by the Photography Ministry, please provide your photo also.
Please follow the instructions for uploading your picture listed in the Watts Chapel Member Database section at the top of this page. Thank you for your support!
AWANA STUDENTS
Parents, click here to register your child for AWANA. Registration is held prior to the start of each session. Email awana@wattschapel.org for additional information.
Awana Volunteers
Please Click Here to join the team as a volunteer for Awana.
Baby Dedication
BABY DEDICATIONS WILL TAKE PLACE ON SUNDAY, APRIL 13, after 10:30 am worship! Register to have your baby dedicated by Monday, April 7, at 11:45 pm.
CLICK HERE to register.
Baptism
Baptism will be held on EVERY FIRST SUNDAY, before the 10:30 am Worship Celebration. If you have accepted Christ and are a member of Watts, register to be baptized by THE SUNDAY BEFORE BAPTISM, at 11:45 pm.
CLICK HERE to register for the next baptism.
Children's Church/Teen Talk/Nursery
Join the Children & Youth Ministry for Children’s Church, Teen Talk, and Nursery during BOTH SERVICES ON THEIR RESPECTIVE SUNDAYS. On 2nd Sundays, Elementary-school youth will have an opportunity to connect with each other and caring adults as they learn more about God in an engaging and interactive way. On 4th Sundays, Middle, and High School-aged youth will have an opportunity to connect with each other and caring adults as they discuss topics relevant to today’s teens while developing a biblical foundation to grow closer to God and each other. On BOTH 2nd and 4th Sundays, the Nursery is available.
CHOSEN - WORLD VISION MISSION INITIATIVE
Watts Chapel in partnership with the global organization World Vision, and we are part of the CHOSEN Campaign.
Thank you to each individual, family, and ministry who stepped up to sponsor a child in Rwanda. Through your commitment and generosity, over 200 children have been sponsored. Please stay in touch with your child and keep up with them. You may download the World Vision application if you haven’t already or communicate by logging into your World Vision account (https://www.worldvision.org/
If you want to mail a letter or package to your child(ren), please reference https://www.worldvision.org/
If you have questions or need assistance at any time, please email chosen@wattschapel.org. Thank you for making a difference in the Rwandan community.
Individuals who would like to make a donation to this mission initiative may enter “CHOSEN” on the OTHER line of your envelope or online donation.
Email chosen@wattschapel.org with any questions or for additional information.
Click here for more information about CHOSEN. #BECHOSEN
Easter EGG-stravaganza
Children ages 12 and under, you and your families are invited to the Easter EGG-stravaganza on Saturday, April 19, 10 am to 12 pm. There will be eggs, prizes, snacks, and fellowship as we remind ourselves that HE IS RISEN!
Global 6K for Water
Watts Chapel will hold our annual hybrid World Vision Global 6K for Water on Saturday, May 17, 9:00 am-12:00 pm at Southeast Raleigh High School. 6K is 3.7 miles, the average distance to get to clean water in many underdeveloped countries. You provide clean water to one person through your registration fee, which is $50 for adults, $25 for youth 18 and under. The Watts Chapel goal is $15,000…help reach the goal!
CLICK HERE to join the team or donate.
Global 6K Volunteers
Volunteer to serve at the Global 6K on Saturday May 17, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
This is a churchwide event and the support of everyone is needed. Volunteers are needed! Duties will be shared on the day of the event and will range from registration to being a “cheerleader” for our team!
You can also sign up for our team…and take a break from serving and walk!
Thank you for your support!
CLICK HERE to sign up to serve.
Health Corner Zoom Meeting
The Health and Wellness Ministry invites you to the Zoom Health Corner presentation on the 4th Thursday. February’s topic is “Exercise – The Best Prescription for Your Family’s Health” and will be held at 7 pm on Thursday, March 27th.
CLICK HERE to join the meeting.
Health & Wellness Ministry
Join the Heatlh & Wellness Ministry for their monthly meeting on the 2nd Thursdays at 7 pm via Zoom.
Click Here to join the meeting.
Lent Bible Reading Challenge
Join the Lent Bible Reaching Challenge, March 5 to April 20.
CLICK HERE for the scriptures.
LENT DAILY CHALLENGE
Join the Lent Daily Challenge, March 5-April 20.
Meatless Monday–Consume no meat or animal flesh on Mondays.
Thankful Tuesday–Journal 10 things you are thankful for.
Water Wednesday–Let water be your only beverage.
Thoughtful Thursday–Initiate random acts of kindness.
Frugal Fridays–Spend the bare minimum.
Social Media Sabbatical Saturdays–No Social Media on this day.
Sanctified Sundays–Come to church and invite someone to come with you.
Lenten Hymn & A Homily Service
Celebrate the Season of Lent with our “Lenten Hymn and Homily” service on Wednesday, April 2, at noon. There will be no Noon Bible Study on this day, but we will still have Word on Wednesday and Awana.
LET'S MOVE ON SATURDAYS
Join the Health and Wellness Ministry for “Let’s Move on Saturdays” at Watts from 10:30 am to 12 pm on:
March 29
April 26
May 31
August 30
September 30
October 25
November 22
Come get some movement and a good workout. This is a “fitness for all ages and levels” event…bring a towel and some water…and wear comfortable shoes and workout clothing. This exercise event will take place once a month. Please sign up to attend.
CLICK HERE to sign up.
Maundy Thursday
Celebrate Holy Week at Watts at the Maundy Thursday service on April 17 at 7:00 pm. There will be no Noon Day Bible Study, Word on Wednesday, or Awana on Wednesday, April 16.
MEDIA TEAM MEMBERS NEEDED
The Watts Chapel Media Team is looking for volunteers to assist with weekly broadcast production and social media. We are looking to build our team with anyone eager and willing to learn what it takes to operate cameras, direct, assist with social media, and assist with audio production. Email Sis. Simone Keith at wattschapelav@gmail.com if you are interested.
MEN OF WATTS (MOW)
Join the Men of Watts for Men’s TNT on the FIRST Tuesday of each month at 7 pm. The meetings alternate each month, being VIRTUAL via Zoom and IN PERSON in the Multipurpose Room.
Men’s VIRTUAL TNT months: March, May, July, September, November
Men’s IN-PERSON TNT months: April, June, August, October, December
CLICK HERE to join the Men’s Virtual TNT Zoom meeting.
MONTHLY RUN/WALK CHALLENGE
The Health & Wellness Ministry is encouraging members to stay active and healthy. Members are invited to participate in the Run/Walk Challenge from March 1-31. Walk or run 50, 75, or 100 miles this month. Download the NRC (Nike Run Club) App on your Smartphone or Smartwatch. Come to participate in the month’s challenge, walk to finish strong! Email wellness@wattschapel.org to join the challenge or for more information.
MS Walk-Health & Wellness Ministry
Join Our Team! The Health and Wellness Ministry has a Watts Chapel Team in the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Walk on April 5, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm at Perimeter Park, Morrisville. There are 1-mile and 3-mile routes. You can walk on the team or give a donation.
CLICK HERE to register.
Once on the MS Walk site, click “Join a Team” and create a login, and select the “WattsUp Run/Walkers”.
NEW DISCIPLES ORIENTATION CLASSES
New Watts Chapel Members – Join the New Disciples Ministry for Virtual New Disciples Orientation classes which will be held via Zoom on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of *February, April, May, August, October, November and December.
*November and December classes will be held on the 2nd and 3rd Saturdays.
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Adult Sessions: 10:30 AM
Youth Sessions: 1:00 PM
Click the link below to log into your Virtual Zoom Class. Contact Sister Rhonda Raney at newdisciples@wattschapel.org with any questions.
Click here to join the Adult AND Youth New Disciples Orientation Class via Zoom.
Premarital Workshop
All engaged couples and couples considering marriage are encouraged to attend a virtual premarital workshop on Saturday, April 12 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Registration is required. Register by emailing marriageenrichment@wattschapel.org by Sunday, April 6.
Resurrection sunday
On Sunday, April 20, we will celebrate the Resurrection with 3 service options: 7:00 am “SON-Rise” service, 8:30 am worship, and 10:30 am worship.
Right Hand of Fellowship
Come get the Right Hand of Fellowship from your Watts Family! New Disciples who have completed all 4 sessions of the New Disciples Orientation Classes and are interested in receiving the Right Hand of Fellowship on March 2 must register their interest by Monday, February 24 at 4 pm by emailing newdisciples@wattschapel.org.
share the watts service live stream
Dear Disciples of Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church,
We are excited to expand our digital ministry and reach more people through Facebook and YouTube Live streams. To help with this effort, we encourage you to share our live streams while in the sanctuary. Below are step-by-step instructions on how to do so:
Sharing on Facebook Live Stream:
PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR PHONE IS SILENCED AND THE VOLUME IS ON ZERO, SO THAT WE DON’T HAVE FEEDBACK IN THE SERVICE (This is crucial).
- Open the Facebook app on your smartphone or tablet.
- Search for “Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church” in the search bar at the top.
- Once you find our official page, click on it to open.
- Look for the live stream post (it will typically have a red “Live” badge).
- Under the live stream video, you will see options to like, comment, and share.
- Click on the “Share” button.
- Choose “Share Now (Public)” to make sure your friends and followers can see it.
- In the caption or comment section, include the hashtag #WCMBC to help share the gospel of Jesus Christ and broaden our reach
- Click on “Post” or “Share” to share the live stream to your Facebook timeline.
Sharing on YouTube Live Stream:
- Open the YouTube app on your smartphone or tablet.
- In the search bar at the top, type “Watts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church Live Stream.”
- Once you find our live stream, click on it to open.
- Below the video player, you will see options to like, comment, and share.
- Tap on the “Share” button.
- Choose the platform where you want to share it (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, etc.).
- Add a caption or message along with the hashtag #WCMBC to promote our church.
- Click on “Share” to post the live stream link to your chosen platform.
Additional Tips:
- Encourage your friends and family to tune in by sharing a personal invitation along with the live stream link.
- Remind everyone to use the hashtag #WCMBC in their shares to create a sense of unity and promote our church online.
- Feel free to share multiple times during the live stream to reach different audiences.
Thank you for your support in expanding our digital ministry and spreading the message of faith, hope, and love throughout the globe.
We are Christ-centered, biblically-based, and ministry-focused.
Together, we can make a positive impact online and in our community.
The Watts Social Media Ministry
SMALL GROUP saturday
Join “Small Group Saturday” for our VIRTUAL 6-week study, “How God Communicates with His People, Part 1”, 9 am to 10 am on Saturdays, starting March 8. The series includes how God speaks and reveals Himself through the Holy Spirit & the Bible. Lesson questions will be available on the Upcoming Events webpage starting February 28.
Join Saturday Small Group each Saturday for their weekly study sessions. Sessions begin at 9 AM.
Click here to join the Adult Small Group Session via Zoom.
Email christianed@wattschapel.org for additional information.
Small Group Saturday Curriculum
Click Here for the curriculum for “How God Communicates with His People”.
Social Media team members needed
Are you creative and enjoy social media? Join our thriving Social Media Team and turn your passion into a bigger purpose! We’d love to have you. We also have remote opportunities for our virtual family. If interested, contact our Social Media Manager, Jessica Alexander at socialmedia@wattschapel.org.
TLC MINISTRY
The TLC Ministry provides prayer, encouragement and resource information to our Watts Chapel family members who are caring for elderly, special needs or disabled loved ones.
CLICK HERE for Caregivers Resources.
If you would like to learn more about how you can help a Watts Chapel Caregiver, please contact us at tlcministry@wattschapel.org.
TRAILBLAZERS SENIOR MINISTRY
The Watts Chapel Trailblazers Senior Ministry invites everyone age 55 and above to meet every 3rd Tuesday at 10 AM in the Multipurpose Room. Guest speakers, Senior News, Senior health tips, trips, and more are how our Seniors keep their minds and bodies active. Join them for fun and fellowship and to connect with other like-minded Seniors. Email seniors@wattschapel.org for more information.
TRANSPORTATION TO WORSHIP
Watts Chapel’s Transportation Ministry offers transportation to the 10:30 am Worship Service for riders within a 5-mile radius of the church (3703 Tryon Road, Raleigh). Reservations can be made starting at 9:00 am on Monday mornings and must be received by 11:00 am on the Friday before the upcoming Sunday service. A Transportation Waiver is required for each rider. Children 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or older. Masks are mandatory.
NOTE: Watts Chapel Transportation Vehicles are not equipped with wheelchair lift ramps.
Click here to request transportation to Sunday’s 10:30 AM worship service.
Click here for information about the transportation process.
Tribal Colors
TRIBE OF REUBEN (A-B)-Light Blue
TRIBE OF BENJAMIN (C)-Brown
TRIBE OF JUDAH (D-E)-White
TRIBE OF ISSACHAR (F-G)-Pink
TRIBE OF SIMEON (H-I)-Red
TRIBE OF ZEBULUN (J)-Green
TRIBE OF DAN (K-L)-Black
TRIBE OF NAPHTALI (M-O)-Dark Blue
TRIBE OF GAD (P-R)-Purple
TRIBE OF ASHER (S)-Orange
TRIBE OF EPHRAIM (T-V)-Gray/Silver
TRIBE OF MANASSEH (W-Z)-Yellow
Watts Scholarships
High School Seniors are encouraged to apply for the available Watts Scholarships. Interested youth must apply by April 15, 2025, at 11:45 pm. Scholarships will be awarded in June.
Please search “WATTS SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION” on the Upcoming Events page for details on all scholarships.
CLICK HERE for the Scholarship Application.
Watts Scholarship Information
CLICK HERE for details on the available Watts Scholarships.
WOMEN OF WATTS (WOW)
Join the Women of Watts for “Virtual” Women’s TNT on the SECOND Tuesday of each month at 7 PM. All women ages 18 and above are encouraged to attend.
Click here to join the Women’s TNT Zoom Meeting.
WOW Donation Drive
The Women of Watts is sponsoring a collection project for InterAct, the only provider of domestic violence and sexual assault services in Wake County, North Carolina. Please bring needed items on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Sundays in April. Collection bins will be in the vestibule and the Multipurpose Room. A list of the items needed is below:
Full sized hygiene products: Body Wash, Bar Soap, Brushes & Combs, Shampoo/Conditioner, African American Hair Care, Deodorant, Lotion, Mouthwash, Toothbrushes/Toothpaste, Dental Floss, Sanitary Napkins
Children’s items: Baby Lotion/Shampoo, Body Wash, Baby Wipes, Diaper Rash Cream
Cleaning supplies: Dishwasher Detergent/Dishwashing Soap, Hand Soap, Latex or Vinyl Gloves, Multisurface Cleaner
Household Items: Tissues, Ziploc Bags (all sizes), Trash Bags, Aluminum Foil, Plastic Wrap, Towels, Washcloths
Miscellaneous items: Socks
VOTING INFORMATION
Please see pertinent voter information below.
Online Voter Registration Application: myNCDMV
Credible, up-to-date election and voter information: Home – Safe Voter NC
Online Voters Verification: Voter Search
Acceptable Voter IDs: Voter Photo ID-NCSBE
County Board of Election Contact Information: County BOE Information
YAM Durham Bulls Baseball Game
Young Adults, age 18-39, join YAM for a night of baseball fun, fellowship, and fireworks at the Durham Bulls Game on Friday, April 18 at 6:35 pm. Tickets are $15 each and there is limited seating, so sign up today!
CLICK HERE to sign up.
YAM Book Study
Young Adults, age 18-39 are invited to a YAM Virtual Book Study on THE THIRD TUESDAY OF THE MONTH, at 7 pm. Come join in as we discuss the book, “How Not to Ruin Your Life by 30” by Steve Farrar. Get your own copy of the book and get ready for a in-depth discussion.
Discussion Meeting dates: March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, and October 21.
There will be an IN-PERSON event on November 18.
CLICK HERE to join the book study via Zoom.
Youth Volunteers at Oak city cares
There is an opportunity for 10 to 15 youth, 5th grade and up, to serve at Oak City Cares, 1430 S Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC 27603, on the 5th Saturdays: March 29, May 31, August 30, and November 29, from 12 pm to 2 pm. We will serve in the distribution area to provide supplies to the homeless. If you are interested in joining us, please sign up. We hope to see you there.
CLICK HERE to volunteer.
EMPLOYMENT NEWS
If you are unemployed or underemployed, our website has a new resource to help you. As we learn of new employment opportunities in the Triangle area, we will post them. Please go to our HR Resources page. There you will find job openings, training opportunities, and more. In addition, if you know of job opportunities, please send the information to hr@wattschapel.org and we will post it for thirty days.
RIGHT NOW MEDIA
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