Below is a list of Bible studies for adults, support ministry groups, programs for youth and children, and special events to add to your calendar this fall!
Note: During the week of Fall Break (October 7-11), most of our programming will not meet.
Save the Dates
Promotion Sundays: August 11 and 25
Women in Ministry Launch Party: August 15
CityServe Sunday: August 25
Gathering on the Grounds: October 20
Church Equipping Conference: November 15-16. Learn more here.
Wednesday Night Meals
Starting August 21, 2024, each Wednesday from 5:00-6:15pm, our kitchen will offer a fresh-cooked family meal for those attending a Wednesday night group or for anyone who would like to come have dinner with your church community. An option of a hot meal or salad is available; both with various desserts. There is also a specific kids' meal option each week. Payment is taken at the door (cash or credit card); $8 for adults and $5 for kids (increased as of 8/28/24).
Adult bible studies
Women’s Bible Studies: There are a wide range of women's Bible studies available this Fall that will be studying the book of Exodus, including Overflow: A Bible Study for the Hearts of Moms, The Walk AM and PM, and Word-Filled Women AM and PM. Learn more and register here.
Men’s Bible Studies: There are a variety of options for men's Bible studies available this Fall also, including a new Men's Intensive session, AMEN Bible Study, and Older Men's Study. Learn more and register here.
children
For adults participating in Wednesday night activities, the nursery is open from 6:00-7:45pm. When you register for your particular Wednesday night activity or group, you will have the option to register your child(ren) for nursery.
Connect: Connect is a great way for 2nd–5th graders to connect with our church, each other, awesome leaders, and God's Word through music, games, and Bible lessons! Connect meets on Wednesdays from 6:15-7:30pm in the Youth lobby starting August 21, 2024. Register here for the 2024-2025 program year.
Children’s Choirs: Starting August 21, 2024, we have a wide range of choir offerings for children of all ages to broaden their knowledge of Christ's love for them through music by learning great hymns of the faith, memorizing Scripture, learning to recognize music symbols and notes, and playing musical instruments. Cherub Choir (three and four year olds) and Music Makers Choir (kindergarteners and 1st graders) meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:15-7:30pm. Spirit & Song Choirs (2nd through 5th graders) meet on Wednesday evenings from 5:00-5:45pm. Register for children's choir here.
Youth
Most youth programming takes place in our Youth Building (attached to PDS). Please contact our Senior High Director, Will Nease, or our Junior High Director, Bryant Arriaza, if you have questions.
Junior High: The 3 Degrees large group meets on Sunday nights from 7:15-8:30pm starting August 18, 2024. Small Groups meet on Wednesday nights from 6:15-7:30pm starting August 21, 2024.
Senior High: The True North large group meets on Wednesday nights from 7:30-9:00pm starting August 14, 2024. Life Groups meet on Sundays from 4:45-6:00pm starting September 8, 2024.
Tuesday Morning Youth Prayer: The whole Youth Ministry meets on Tuesday mornings from 6:00-7:00am for Tuesday Morning Prayer followed by breakfast at Chick-Fil-A. TMP will start back on September 10, 2024.
Faithline Youth Choir: All Jr. and Sr. High students with musical interest (whether it be singing or playing an instrument) are invited to join us in the Quest Room on Wednesdays at 5:00pm for a pizza dinner followed by choir practice. We'll conclude shortly after 6:00pm, just in time for Jr. High small groups and with plenty of time for Sr. High students to make it to True North. For more information, contact James Ryan.
College & Young Adult
Small Groups: Small groups are designed to go deeper in the study of God's Word, friendship, and spiritual growth. There are women groups, men groups, and married groups. These meet every other week (opposite weeks of community groups).
Community Groups: Community groups are a great way to meet new people and get planted in community. They are made up of about 10-20 young adults, and they meet every other week for fun fellowship and a brief discussion.
Contact if you have questions or would like to get more involved.
Shine special needs ministry
To learn more about the Shine Ministry, visit our Shine webpage or contact our Coordinator of Shine Ministry, Audrey Hamm.
Wednesday Nights: Shine meets from 6:15-7:30pm in room N101 starting August 21, 2024, to worship and study God’s word together.
Fall Respite Events: Stay tuned for Fall respite dates!
Care and Support Programs
If you or someone you know is going through grief or divorce, we would love to support you/them through our GriefShare and Fresh Start programs this fall. Registration is now open; you do not have to be a member of Second to participate in these programs.
GriefShare will start on August 21 and meet on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:30pm through November 20. Learn more and register.
Fresh Start Divorce Recovery will start on September 11 and meet on Wednesdays, from 6:15–7:30pm, through November 13. Learn more and register.
Conservatory of Music
Second's Conservatory provides quality music education for all ages and abilities. Private lessons are offered in flute, voice, piano, viola, violin, cello, guitar, and percussion. Our Fall Conservatory semester will begin the week of August 19. Learn more here.
Choir Opportunities
Our adult choirs will start back in August, a great time to join!
- Chancel Choir rehearses on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-8:00pm, leads worship on Sunday mornings, and will have one Sunday off each month.
- Call-Up Choir is an opportunity to sing in choir without the commitment of doing so each week; they will lead worship once per month with the hope that participants will lead four times a year. Sign up for Call-Up Choir here.
- Sunday Night Worship Team will lead worship in a smaller group during our Sunday evening service; rehearsal is prior to the evening service at 4:45pm.
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Special Events Singers can participate in events like our beloved Festival of Carols, Nine Lessons and Carols, Christmas Eve services, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Sunday.
Learn more about how you can get involved.
Volunteer Opportunities
Looking for somewhere to serve the church and/or the city? We are always looking for more volunteers and would love to have you!
- Nursery: Contact Sara Shaw if interested in volunteering in the nursery on Sunday mornings.
- Children's Choir: Contact Calvin Ellis if interested in volunteering with Pre-K-1st graders on Wednesday nights from 6:15-7:30pm.
- Connect: Contact Lucy Stevens if interested in volunteering with 2nd-5th graders on Wednesday nights from 6:15-7:30pm.
- Shine: Contact Audrey Hamm if interested in volunteering with our special needs ministry.
- Youth: Contact Bryant Arriaza or Will Nease if interested in volunteering with our student ministries.
- City: View a list of our Mission Memphis Partners to see where you might want to serve in the city.