Sovereign Shores Baptist Church

About this church

Sovereign Shores Baptist Church, formerly Water's Edge Church, worships at 4141 Holland Rd. in Virginia Beach. The congregation was established in 1974. The Sunday gathering begins at 10:30 AM and usually lasts about an hour and fifteen minutes. It includes congregational singing that mixes traditional hymns with contemporary songs, responsive Scripture readings, prayer, an offering, and a sermon taught verse by verse. The Lord's Supper is observed once a month, and baptisms take place as occasion requires. Core Seminars, adult and student classes on Bible and church topics, run from 9:15 to 10:10 AM before the service, except in July, August, and December. The church is affiliated with the Southern Baptist Convention, the SBC of Virginia, and the Pillar Network.

Children's ministry serves infants through fifth grade during both Core Seminars and the worship gathering, in a separate building called The Oasis, and volunteers over 18 have background checks. Student ministry for grades 6 to 12 meets Wednesday evenings. Community Groups meet in homes or at the church in three ten-week sessions a year and study the previous Sunday's sermon. Men's and women's ministries each meet twice a month on Wednesday evenings. Dress is casual. The parking lot can fill up, and an attendant helps direct visitors. Confirm current times on the church website.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 11, 2026. Sources: Address, Sunday times, kids, parking, affiliations, formerly Water's Edge · Church history, formerly Water's Edge Church, founded 1974 · Worship gathering details, music style, visitor FAQ · Community Groups, Core Seminars, youth, men's and women's ministries

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