THE BOOK OF JAMES

The Book of James is a challenging book, and is so on several fronts.  It challenges believers to see their trials in a positive light.  It challenges them to resist materialism and greed.  It challenges them to pray with conviction and deep belief.  It challenges them to exercise discipline over their speech.  It challenges them to back up their believing with deeds of love.  In sum, it challenges believers to take up a greater devotion to the Lord and to his way.  Come join the pastor in studying this book and listening anew to the Spirit’s call to vital and sincere faith as we worship together in August. 

Youth Fundraiser for Mission Trips and Retreats

Adult Fellowship Banquet

“A Tour of Italy”

Saturday, April 24, at 5:30 pm in the fellowship hall.

Come experience the warmth of friendship, fun, and food as we gather together in an Italian café setting for a Tour of Italy dinner.  Music will fill the air and a relaxing time over Italian comfort food will be served by your hosts, our youth.  Fun table activities will also be featured that encourage fun and fellowship.  Don’t miss out!

Please RSVP your spot now for a great experience!

Thank you for supporting our youth!

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Yes!  We will attend the Tour of Italy on April 24.

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Childcare for children ages 5 and under will be provided.  There will also be a special table for children ages 6 – 10.  Please indicate if you need childcare and their age or if you are bringing any children ages 6 – 10.  Dinner will be provided.

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Registration is currently open for youth interested in attending Passport at Mercer University in Macon GA, July 11 – 16 2010.  A deposit of $75 is due at the time of registration.  Please contact Rev. Hensley in order to register.

The youth will be holding fund raisers throughout the fall, winter, and spring to offset the cost of attending Passport and other upcoming retreats.

The next fundraiser, “Parent’s Day Out” will be held on Saturday, December 5th from 12:30 – 5:15 pm.  The youth will be watching children and leading them in Christmas themed games and crafts.

If interested in including your children in the Parent’s Day Out, please call the church office at 703.754.8546

SUNDAY

9:15 A.M.  -  Second and Fourth Sundays of the Month, Deacon-led Prayer Time, Sanctuary

9:45 A.M.  -  Adult Sunday School Assembly, Sanctuary

10:00 A.M. - Sunday School Classes

10:55 A.M. – Worship, Sanctuary

WEDNESDAY

5:45 P.M. – Church-wide dinner (First Wedensday of the month September – May. Brind your own bag dinner every other Wednesday)
6:30 – 8:00 P.M. Nursery provided
6:30 – 8:00 P.M.  – Youth Creative Art & Bible Study
6:30 – 8:00 P.M. – Mission Friends & Children in Action
6:30 – 7:30 P.M.  – Prayer Meeting
7:30 – 8:30 P.M.  – Sanctuary Choir Practice

Governed by the congregational form of polity, the church has been served by twenty-three ministers during its existence. The present pastor, Dr. Charles D. Stewart, began his ministry at the church in April of 2007. Assisting the pastor in his work is the Deacon body, composed of men and women specially called out for this service. As every member is considered a minister of Christ, the church relies on the congregation to carry out the ministry of the church through its committee work and Sunday school program.

Worship is an important part of the life of Haymarket Baptist Church. The pastor and other worship leaders give much time and attention to the Sunday service. Their aim is to truly bring the people before the Almighty to hear his word. The church embraces a traditional style of worship with an incorporation of seasonal emphases from the tradition of the Christian year.

Haymarket Baptist Church operates on the free-will offerings of its members, with a primary emphasis in its giving directed to missions. At present, eighteen percent of un-designated receipts is distributed in support of the following mission agencies and efforts: Baptist General Association of Virginia; NorthStar Church Network; Lottie Moon Offering; Annie Armstrong Offering; Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Global Mission Offering; Baptist World Alliance; Pastors in Nepal. The philosophy of the congregation with respect to its strong commitment to missions is that the church grows more deeply spiritual the more deeply committed it is to missions, both locally and world-wide.

To learn more about our church, please check out the links under “About Us” on the top menu.

Entering the Building

Sunday School entrance

The Sunday School entrance is through the double-glass doors at the front of the church, close to the parking lot.  Greeting you with a smile, a hand-shake and a worship bulletin is our beloved Mr. Tommy.  An usher or greeter will also be at this entrance and available to assist you in finding your destination.  Sunday School begins at 9:45 a.m. each Sunday morning and concludes at 10:45 a.m.

Sidewalk entrance

The sidewalk leading from the parking lot will take you to the Sanctuary entrance.  An usher or greeter be at this entrance and will provide you with a worship bulletin.  Worship begins with the chiming of the hour from our bell tower at 11:00 a.m. each Sunday morning.

Handicapped entrance

The handicapped entrance is through the double-glass doors located on the side of the building facing the parking lot (this is also our Preschool entrance during the week).  An usher will be close by to lend assistance as needed.

Got Children?

Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14

We offer a welcoming atmosphere for infants and toddlers in our Nursery.  Our paid staff and church member volunteers share Bible stories and music with your little ones, along with caring for their needs with the supplies you provide.  Upon arrival, you will be asked to complete an information sheet for your child.  Should your infant or toddler need your care during Sunday School or Worship, a nursery worker will locate you.

Two-year-old toilet-trained children through those in the third grade hold Sunday School in the Children’s wing of the church.  Two and three-year-olds are in Room 21 for both Sunday School and Worship.  Four and pre-K five-year-olds are in Room 24.  Kindergarten and first grade are in Room 23.  Second and third grade are in Room 22.

Fourth and fifth grade, middle school and high school Sunday School class rooms are on the second floor.  Fourth and fifth grade are in Room 53.  Grades 6-8 and 9-12 hold classes in the Youth Wing.  You’ll easily recognize the youth area as it is the one with the chairs, sofas, floor pillows, refrigerator, painted hand-prints on the walls and checkered ceiling.

All of our Nursery and Sunday School teachers have had a love for children placed on their hearts and are glad to assist your family in teaching them the Word of God.

Adult Sunday School Locations

We offer a wide variety of Christian Formation classes for adults.

Classes are located in the following rooms:

Young Adult – 51
Spectrum – 45
Foundations – 50
Lawler – 1
Seekers – 4
Misfits – 5
Hearing Impaired – 6

Sunday Morning Fellowship

There is always hot coffee brewing in the kitchen and usually a variety of breakfast items on the counter on Sunday mornings before Sunday School.  You are more than welcome to enjoy these refreshments in the Great Hall or take them with you to your class.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do most people dress on Sunday morning?
People dress in a variety of styles from business attire to casual.  Your presence is more important to us, however, than your attire.

Will I be individually recognized during the worship service as a visitor?
Visitors are not asked to identify themselves during worship service.  We ask visitors and members alike to complete the Friendship pad that is located in each pew.  After your first visit, the Outreach Committee will drop you a note in the mail, but we do not make home visits unless requested.

What style of worship do you employ?
We worship in a traditional-style for Baptist life.  You may review our weekly worship bulletin here.

How long does the worship service last?
Typically a worship service will last approximately one hour.

Do you have a contemporary worship service?
Not at this time.

What is the attendance at a typical worship service?
Approximately 100-130.

Is there a children’s worship service separate from adults?
About 15 minutes into the worship service in the sanctuary, children ages 4 years to 5th grade are invited to the Children’s Sermon given by the pastor at the front of the sanctuary.  At the conclusion of the children’s sermon, children ages 4 to 2nd grade are invited to attend Children’s Church in room 26.  Children remain in this room until you pick them up at the end of the worship service.  Children may certainly remain with you in the sanctuary as well, although we ask that disruptive children be taken to the hall until they have settled down.  An usher will be available to assist you as needed.

What is your policy on receiving Communion?
Communion is celebrated approximately eight times throughout the year, to include Maundy Thursday and Christmas Eve.  All baptized believers are invited to partake in the Lord’s Supper which is served by the Deacons to the seated congregation.