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)
Go to the Resources and Events Menu
Click on Member Resources
Click ACS Member Login
Enter your email address (must match the email in your member profile)
Enter your password
If you forgot your password, click the link
If you need a login, click to register for an account.
Click the Home Menu and select My Profile
Click Edit (top right-hand corner)
Update any information that has changed.
Click the Personal Photo button
Click Choose File and select your photo
Preview Photo
Save your Changes
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!
African American Marketplace
Celebrate Black History Month with the Watts African American Marketplace on Saturday, February 22, 11 am to 3 pm. Business owners and authors are invited to be vendors at the event for a vendor fee of $20. Space is limited, so sign up to participate by February 19 at 11:45 pm. Watts Family, come support our businesses and celebrate where we have come from.
CLICK HERE to register as a business owner or author.
Ash Wednesday Concert
Celebrate Ash Wednesday at a special FREE Ash Wednesday Concert with the Howard University Gospel Choir on Wednesday, March 5, at 7 pm.
Drive Through Ashes
Come for a Drive Through Impartation of Ashes at Noon on Wednesday, March 5. This will be held at the Sanctuary awning.
There will be no Noon Day Bible Study on this day.
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.
Baptism
Baptism will be held on Sunday, March 2, before the 10:30 am Worship Celebration. If you have accepted Christ or have never been baptized, register via the Upcoming Events webpage by Monday, February 24, at 11:45 pm.
CLICK HERE to register.
black History Month Sundays
We will celebrate our History and Heritage each Sunday in February! Get ready for African American Organizations Sunday on Feb. 2-represent your organization, Family and Friends Sunday on Feb. 9-bring your family and friends to church, HBCU Sunday on Feb. 16-wear your black college gear, and Heritage Sunday on Feb. 23-wear your African attire, or old school and Sunday hats!
Bowling Outing
Watts Chapel will host a bowling outing with 4 other churches on Sunday, February 16, from 5p-8p, at Buffaloe Lanes Cary, 151 High House Road. Unlimited Bowling and shoes are FREE! Bring gently used or new children’s books for Wake Up and Read AND nonperishable food items for the on campus food pantry at North Carolina Central University and Shaw University. Come fellowship and support good causes…and bowl a strike or two!
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
GriefShare Session 2025
Find comfort and support at GriefShare, hosted by Watts Chapel via Zoom, Thursdays, January 9 – March 27, 2025, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Group members will use a participant guide throughout the program. The cost of the guide is $20 + shipping and will be shipped directly to you at the time of registration. For more information or assistance, please email griefshare@wattschapel.org Click the button below to register by January 7. Click on the date in the light green banner, which will take you to the sign-up page. There, create an account to complete the registration or login if you have an existing account.
CLICK HERE to register.
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.
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:
February 15
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.
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 IN PERSON in the Multipurpose Room.
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 February 1-28. 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.
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.
PLACE Course
To help you determine how you have been uniquely designed by God to serve in ministry, the Finding Your PLACE in Life and Ministry VIRTUAL Class will be offered on Saturday, March 1, from 9 am-3:30 pm. Discover insights about how God has specifically designed you with a unique combination of Personality, Spiritual Gifts, Abilities, Passions, and Experiences to serve Him. Registration must be completed online. Prior to the class, materials for the session will be mailed to each participant. Assessments MUST be completed before the class. Register by February 12 at 11:45 pm.
CLICK HERE to register.
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.
SATURDAY SMALL GROUP
WATTS SMALL GROUP SATURDAY RETURNS ON ZOOM on Saturday, October 12 at 9:00 am. Join us for Unit 3 of THE “LIFE OF CHRIST.” This 6-week class series will highlight such topics as Jesus as the Master Teacher, the Transfiguration, Jesus’ Prayer for Believers and many others. Join us October 12 – November 16. Look for lesson in October.
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 “The Life of Christ”.
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
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 Scholars
Our Watts Scholars will be recognized on Sunday, March 16 immediately following the 10:30 worship service. We will honor elementary students who achieved a rating of 3 or 4 on the grade level standards and middle and high school students who made the A, A/B honor roll for the 2nd quarter of this school year. A copy of your child’s report card can be emailed to scholarship@wattschapel.org by Monday, February 24 at 5 pm. Please include the student’s grade level, a parent or guardian’s name, phone number, and email address.
Watts Scholarship opportunity
ATTENTION HS SENIORS: Come learn about the Watts Scholarship opportunity provided by Watts Chapel at a virtual information session on Sunday February 23, 1 pm-2 pm. Complete details will be available about the scholarship program. Zoom meeting details will be available prior to the meeting.
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.
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 Book Study
Young Adults, age 18-39 are invited to a YAM Virtual Book Study on Tuesday, February 18, 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. Zoom Login details will be available on the day of the event.
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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