Shiloh Baptist Church Community Service Day

By Melissa Spellman
Fall Intern 2023
New Journal and Guide

Shiloh Baptist Church is hosting a Community Service Day and Free Market on Saturday, October 7, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. located at 745 Park Avenue in Norfolk, Virginia.  Rev. Dr. Keith Jones is the Senior Pastor of Shiloh Baptist Church. “We expect this Community Service Day to be the biggest and best ever,” said Pastor Jones. “It will help combat the disparities that many families face daily.”

Shiloh Baptist Church is located across from Norfolk State University near the corner of Brambleton Avenue and serves the entire Brambleton area and the NSU community. This event is free and open to the public.

Guests can expect to receive free health screenings such as blood pressure checks, glucose testing, cholesterol checks, retina eye screenings, and free flu shots.

“We are thankful for People’s Pharmacy for coming into the community. Having community minded partners like Sentara Cares, the Bibbs Foundation, and the Metro Ministers Conference of Virginia helps us expand our reach,” he added.

Guests can register to vote, get information about other local resources, and shop at the Free Market which will include clothes, accessories, housewares, and other household items. There will also be games, face painting, and refreshments. 

“The rent for living in our community is to take good care of our community,” said Pastor Jones. Alpha Psi Alpha Fraternity, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, and the NSU Alumni Association will be in attendance to provide support during the event. A big screen TV will be raffled off and prizes will be given throughout the day.

Shiloh Baptist Church is “a beacon of love by serving Christ and serving people,” said Pastor Jones.  Come for the fellowship and stay for the fun!

For more information about Community Service Day call (757) 625-4367.