Second News
May 28, 2010
Middle East Mission: Outreach to the Kurds-Ezids
In the mountainous region of Armenia’s Ararat Valley, a nomadic people-group related to the Kurds live in settlements far removed from the conveniences of modern life and with little knowledge of the outside world. Primarily farmers, the Kurds-Ezids enter the cities during the winter months. ... More »
May 15, 2010
CityServe Explorers Visits Salvation Army
The CityServe Explorers invite you to join them on their next site visit to The Salvation Army (696 Jackson) for lunch and a tour on Friday, May 28. The church bus will leave at noon from the west parking lot and return no later than 2pm. The Salvation Army is international, evangelical, and ... More »
May 03, 2010
Immediate Volunteer Help Needed to Aid Local Flood Victims (UPDATED)
Severe storms and heavy flooding forced many people throughout the Midsouth to evacuate their homes and take cover at local shelters hosted by the Midsouth Red Cross. Volunteers are desperately needed to assist the Red Cross in providing aid to flood victims. Contact Susan Epperson at 626-8997 ... More »
Apr 30, 2010
Loaves and Fishes Ministry Intensifies to Aid America's Hungriest City
According to an article published this month in the Tennessean, Memphis is recognized as the leading “hunger capital” in our nation. A recent survey conducted by Feeding America and the Gallup poll revealed that 26% of people in Memphis and the surrounding area were unable to afford the cost ... More »
Apr 29, 2010
Letter from a Berclair Student
Each of the students in the fifth grade class at Berclair Elementary School wrote letters to Second Presbyterian Church expressing their appreciation for the church’s ongoing support and for the many volunteers who invest their time each week at their school. Here is one example of the many ... More »
Apr 15, 2010
Gordon McDonald to Speak at Annual Foundation Dinner
Gordon MacDonald will be the guest speaker at the Second Presbyterian Church Foundation’s annual dinner on Friday, April 23, where he will speak on “The Excellence of Generosity.” Gordon is the Interim President of Denver Seminary as well as an author, speaker, and teacher. He was a pastor ... More »
Apr 12, 2010
Men, Don't Miss the Amen Retreat this Weekend!
The Great Amen Retreat is an opportunity for men to enjoy fellowship together while studying God’s Word. Pastor Brian Lorrits from Fellowship Church in Memphis will call us to Fight! — for holiness, for your family, for deep godly friendships and for the purity of the Gospel. More »
Apr 05, 2010
Uganda Youth Garage Sale April 24 & 25
The Uganda Youth Missions Team will hold a garage sale fundraiser beginning at 7am on Friday, April 23 and Saturday, April 24 in the parking lot at Central and Goodlett. Contact Kathy Wilson at or 454-0034 with ... More »
Apr 05, 2010
Fellows Program is Now Taking Applications!
Do you know a recent college graduate who is a proven leader and is currently looking for employment or a graduating young believer wanting practical training before entering grad school? Would that young adult also benefit from some Biblical and philosophical training in a unique environment with ... More »
Apr 03, 2010
Easter Sunday at Second
He is risen, indeed! The Memphis Sunrise Service at Memphis Botanic Gardens begins at 6:30am. Services at Second Presbyterian will be held in the Sanctuary at 8am, 9:30am and 11:00am. Sunday Night Worship will not ... More »