Worship Service
Traditional Worship / Progressive Spirit

Sermon Schedule ~ When and Where ~ Sunday School ~ Youth

Everyone seeking Christ is welcomed to worship at St. Charles Avenue Baptist Church. This congregation strives to create a warm and open place in which all can come to listen for the voice of God.

We are glad that you are interested in St. Charles Avenue Baptist Church. Whoever you are and wherever you are on life's journey, we welcome and affirm you with open minds, open hearts and open arms. We cherish diversity and welcome all who want to grow in a community of faith. Whether you are visiting our web site or looking for a church home, you can find a place at the table alongside persons from various traditions, viewpoints, backgrounds and orientations. Please give us an opportunity to know you. If you have questions or requests, please do not hesitate to contact the pastor or any of our members. In the name of Christ, welcome!

Sermon Schedule

Coming Soon.

Worship Services

Sunday:

Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.

Sunday morning Bible study offers a great opportunity for participants of all ages to dialog in small-group settings. St. Charles Avenue Baptist Church offers classes for all ages, including several options for adults. A full listing of classes is available here.

Worship at 11:00 a.m.

The worship style is classical but not stuffy. This is a "high Baptist" church; we follow the Christian year and, usually, the lectionary readings for the day. The worship service lasts about an hour. We celebrate communion the first Sunday of every month. Many folk ask what they should wear to worship. We are an eclectic church, especially when it comes to fashion. On Sunday mornings you will find some folk in casual attire while others are "dressed to the nines." Parking is available along both sides of St. Charles and Broadway and along all side streets in the area.

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Sunday School Opportunities

Sunday classes meet at 9:30 a.m. in various rooms throughout the building.

Toddlers and Pre-Schoolers
Toddlers and preschoolers through age 5 meet in the nursery area on the first floor of the education wing (Broadway side of the church). Crib babies are cared for in the adjacent nursery room by our capable nursery staff member, Maija Robertson. Older preschoolers (ages 2-5) are taught by Kris Milstead. They learn Bible stories and enjoy age-appropriate activities.

Children Grades 1-6
Children in these grades meet in the bright and airy classroom on the first floor room on the Sanctuary side of the building. Dr. Flora Blackstock and Rev. Lynn Hyder co-teach this class of active youngsters using “The Way of the Child” plan of studies.

Youth Grades 7-12
Youth meet in the Green Room on the first floor below the Sanctuary. Elizabeth Bradner, our Youth Director, has significant experience working with teens. She leads the class in discussions on a broad range of ethical and moral lessons. The youth also participate regularly in ministry activities including the NO/AIDS walk and collecting food for Second Harvest Food Bank. They initiated and continue to assist in the church's paper recycling program.

College Students
College students are offered a variety of meeting times to suit their schedules. There is a regular class-style meeting on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. that is led by Ken Milstead in Room 101 (near the church's exterior Chapel entrance). An additional offering at 12:15 pm -- after the morning worship service each Sunday– includes lunch and Bible study or discussion around the tables in the Fellowship Hall. This lunch meeting also includes the 9:30 a.m. class members. On Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m., students may also come for Bible study prior to the church's 5:30 p.m. fellowship dinner. Students do not pay for their meal, but a reservation is requested by 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday by calling the church office or making an online reservation at scabc.org.

The Phillips Class for Adults
This class for adults of all ages is led by Clay Cotton. The class does in-depth studies of selected books of the Bible. Currently they are studying Isaiah. The group meets in the Old Parlor just to the left of the outside door that leads to the Chapel.

Formations Class for Adults
Led by Dr. Lou Irwin (with occasional alternates), this class of diverse ages uses the “Formations” Bible study literature published by Smyth and Helwys, along with occasional other class-selected books. They meet in the Parlor which is opposite the kitchen.

Agape Women's Class
This intergenerational class for women is taught by Judie Lide. The class uses both the “Foundations” Bible study literature from Smyth and Helwys and selected books on other topics. Their current study is on Dr. Kirby Godsey's recently published book Is God A Christian.

Christian Explorations Class
This newly formed class is led by Dr. Paul Powell and includes a rotating schedule of studies, lasting one to two months each, on the Bible, Theology, Church History, Missions, and Spiritual Formation. The first section, during September and October this year, will be on “Baptist In-laws and Outlaws: A Survey of Baptist Beginnings in Europe and America.” The class will meet in the Chapel for the time being.

Coffee and Conversation Class
This informal class and setting, led by Donice Alverson and others, meets on Sunday morning around the table in the Fellowship Hall over coffee and pastries. Members will contribute “tough questions” for discussion. The class is open to any and all who prefer a casual format and is particularly geared to those who may not be able to attend a full class, such as choir members who leave early for rehearsal.

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