Nineteenth Street has a long tradition of encouraging wellness. The Health Ministry dates to the mid-1970s, when it was started by Dr. Mamie C. Montague under the pastorate of Rev. Dr. Jerry A. Moore Jr. All medical professionals and people interested in wellness are invited to participate in this work. For additional information, send an email to the church office@19thstreetbc.org with Health Ministry in the subject line.
Nineteenth Street provides numerous health programs for the congregation and the community. Partnerships in 2022 through early 2024 with Choose Healthy Life, the Leadership Council for Healthy Communities, and Giant Pharmacy, provided a variety of health services. Programs included diagnostic screenings, vaccinations, a speaker series, walking groups, and exercise classes. The ministry also distributed health information at the church on Sundays and through online and digital communications. Additionally, the church provided a grief support group.
For information on events, please see the weekly announcements page or call the church office at 202-829-2773.