Announcements
2BC BUILDING CLOSURE ON JULY 4TH - In observance of the Independence Day holiday, the building will be closed and all activities are cancelled on Saturday, July 4, 2026
ADDRESS OR PHONE NUMBER CHANGE? - Attentions 2BC Members: If your address and/or phone number have changed, please inform the church office by phone or at 804-232-5124 (opt. 4) or email to secretary@2bcsouthside.org
2BC PHOTO DIRECTORY - REMINDER: Members are asked to please be prompt for your scheduled photo session on July 9th, 10th or 11th
MINISTRY GROUP PHOTOS FOR CHURCH DIRECTORY - The church photographers, will take group photos of each ministry for inclusion in the church photo directory. The group photos will be taken on Sundays - June 28th, July 5th, and July 12th - immediately following service. Ministry Leaders are asked to coordinate their groups and be ready to take photos on one of the dates listed. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Shirley Richardson at 804-269-1054
MARRIED COUPLES RETREAT - The Married Couples Ministry will host the Married Couples Retreat with theme, “With This Ring,” July 10th-12th, 2026. Couples are invited to join them for a weekend of activities which includes: “Jazz in the Garden” just outside the building in Eden’s Garden on Friday at 6:30 PM; Lively discussions and lunch will be provided inside the Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall on Saturday, 10 AM – 2 PM; and will culminate with participants joining in the 2BC worship service at 11:15 AM on Sunday where the Married Couples Ministry will preside. Couples are asked to wear purple and white. The cost is $30 per couple. Please contact Clare Brunette by email at crbrunette2@verizon.net for sign-up or for additional information
BEREAVEMENT & GRIEF COUNSELING - Grief Counseling sessions are offered by Sis. Elizabeth Taylor. To schedule sessions, contact her at eataylor2910@gmail.com or 804-482-9799
NEXT LEVEL (AGES 13-18) GOES TO KINGS DOMINION - Get ready for an exciting day of fun, fellowship and adventure at Kings Dominion on Thursday, July 9, 2026! Join us for a day filled with thrilling rides, exciting games, great food, and unforgettable memories with your Next Level family. The cost is $30 per person and includes one meal and unlimited drinks. To reserve your spot, please stop by the registration table after service. Adult volunteers are being sought to serve as chaperones. Volunteers must be at least age 21 and be a licensed driver. If you are interested in serving, please see Deacon Keven Wright for more details
AGING WELL & SAFETY EXPO - The Richmond TRIAD will host the Expo on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, from 11 AM to 3 PM at Second Baptist Church. This free community event brings together a variety of vendors dedicated to providing older adults with essential resources for healthy and safe living. Come out to enjoy a lively afternoon filled with great music, delicious food, live demonstrations and a chance to win wonderful raffle prizes! This event is free and registration is strongly encouraged. To register by phone, please call the Richmond Police Dept. Community Care Unit at 804-646-6754 or the Office of Aging and Disability Services at 804-646-1082
GET-AWAY TO SIGHT & SOUND THEATER - The 2BC Hospitality Ministry invites you to travel to the Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, on October 8–9, 2026. Come enjoy a special time of fellowship, inspiration, and unforgettable entertainment. For more information or to reserve your spot, please contact one of the following coordinators: DeSylvia Williams at 804-437-1527, Doris Mosby at 804-433-6712, or Saint Jeffers at 804-380-0240
KEEP THE 2BC FAMILY HEALTHY! - For the well-being of everyone, if you do not feel well, please refrain from coming into the church building.