Our buildings are closed but our church is not!
While we have suspended physical gatherings for now, we remain the church. And while social distancing is our temporary norm, God is not at all distanced from us. Listed below are opportunities for spiritual growth. For more information on each opportunity, please see the church newsletter or the church website.
Summer Socials
Let’s celebrate summer together! Worship will move to 10:00 a.m., and there will be a virtual fellowship time from 9:30-10:00 a.m. via Zoom. Pour yourself an extra cup of coffee, sit at your computer, and join your church friends for a few minutes of fellowship time before we worship together. Contact Alisa Secrest for Zoom information.
Worship
Join us Sunday at 10:00 a.m. for worship on the church website.
Joining the Church
In this time of social distancing, those desiring membership will be meeting with the Session via Zoom (assuming they have that capability). Contact Catherine Allsbury, catherineallsbury@secondpreslr.org for more information.
Offering
You may support the ministries of our church through online giving or mail a check to the church office, 600 Pleasant Valley Drive, Little Rock, Arkansas 72227.
Grow
Sunday School
Sunday School classes continue via Zoom on Sunday morning.
8:45 a.m. The Friendship Bible Study Class
“The Present Word” – The Bible Study class will continue to meet during the summer and their studies will focus on Wisdom Literature in the Old and New Testaments. The class will begin at 8:45 a.m. with the study presentation beginning at 9:00 a.m. If you are interested in joining this class for the summer and would like a copy of the curriculum contact Jeannie Ford. All are welcome! Contact Chris Boggs for Zoom information.
9:00 a.m. Connections Class
Contact Jen Evans for Zoom information.
11:00 a.m. Seeking More Light Class
During the summer the class will read and discuss Why Religion? A Personal Story by Elaine Pagels. It is available for order on Amazon (and likely other sources). All are welcome to join for these discussions. Contact Greg Adams for Zoom information.
Mid-week Opportunities
First & Third Monday Morning Bible Study
July 6 & 20, 9:30 a.m.
Contact Jeannie Ford for Zoom information.
College Bible Study
Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Contact Ruth Amensen for more information.
Pray
We are a community of prayer. Pray for those already affected by pandemic in various ways, for health care providers, first responders and teachers, for the wisdom of government leaders in policy-making, and for the peace of God to enfold us all during this season. Our Cares and Concerns line continues to be updated on weekdays. Call (501) 227-6117 to hear joys and concerns.
Stay Connected
It is challenging to celebrate joys or endure challenge when we cannot share loving hugs. Yet, loving care remains. We are united in prayer and continue to care for one another in many ways. There is much we can do for each other. Let the church know about your joys and concerns by calling the church office or contacting Sharon Howard.
Prayers with Moms
Moms with young children, join us as we pray together online on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m. for a quick check-in and prayer together. Contact Jen Evans for more information.
Gather
SPY Community Time
Fridays at 5:00 p.m. Please contact Ruth Amensen for more details.
Cheeses with Jesus
Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Please contact Catherine Allsbury for more details.
Moms “Whine” Night
Thursdays, July 16, 30, 8:00 p.m. Contact Dania Edwards for more information.
College Bible Study
Thursdays at 8:00 p.m. Contact Ruth Amensen for more information.
Dads Catch Up
Thursdays, July 9, 23. Attention dads! Since we can’t gather in person to test our wit and skill at trivia, we would still like to offer the guys a chance to get together and solve the world’s problems. So, order a pizza and hop on Zoom for an hour catch up with your buds. Contact Dania Edwards for more information.
What Would Jesus Brew?
(WWJB) is the bi-monthly Bible study hosted by the young adult community. Adults of all ages are invited to gather (virtually) at 7:00 p.m. on the the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month to explore the scriptures for the coming Sunday (as designated by the lectionary). Zoom invites are sent via Flocknote. You can text HIGOD to 84576 to join the announcement list.
Young Adults Free Fridays
Free Fridays for young adults every week start at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Each Free Friday starts with an invitation to keep the conversation COVID-FREE so that our community can enjoy a new form of virtual fellowship. We have a game or activity scheduled for each week. Zoom invites and activity prep (if necessary) are sent via Flocknote. You can text HIGOD to 84576 to join the announcement list.
Care
Monday Pastoral Care
To join the distribution list, contact Sharon Howard
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
First and Third Thursdays at 1:00 p.m. Please contact Sharon Howard for more information.