Pastor Bill’s Babbling Brook

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Weekly Edition of Church News & Notes: 10.31.2025

Fall Festival aka Good News Goodies

Saturday, November 1 from 5-7 PM

Halloween has been used at times to glorify the bad, but we believe God can transform it into something life-changing. On Saturday, children will drag their parents to our church, so that they can slide down our inflatables, get a bag full of candies, enjoy a delicious supper and play a couple of fun games. But as these families engage in conversations with our volunteers, we believe God will begin to speak to their hearts. As they encounter our love for each other and how much we like to laugh and do life together, they might just decide to give our church a try. And once that door is open, it won’t be long before Jesus is their Savior and their lives are changed forever. Please consider being a part of our outreach event. We need a good many volunteers to run the games, feed the masses and welcome our guests. If you are interested, please let Pastor Regina know. Lastly, join us in praying that several families will begin their journey with the Lord because of the Fall Festival.

Honoring Our Veterans: Sunday, November 8th

We are so grateful for the men and women who served our country in the military. Their sacrifice and dedication has kept our nation free and strong. On Sunday, November 8th during our morning worship service, we will honor our veterans and pray for their continual healing and health. We encourage our veterans to wear any part of their uniforms. May God continue to raise up young men and women who will serve our country through military service.

Kids/Teen Quiz: Saturday from 10-12/10-4 at West Columbia Central

Martha Romanstine and Anne Shaw have worked with several of our children, and Kristi Harmon has worked with our teens who will be having a quiz on Saturday on the book of Genesis and 1 Corinthians respectively. Come and cheer our kids on.

Ladies Getaway: Friday, Nov. 14th- Sunday, Nov. 16th

We have around twenty ladies preparing to head off to Myrtle Beach for a fabulous weekend of worship and relaxation. Revs. Bethany Jack and Caitlin Tyler are prayerfully preparing to lead the group in worship and share the Word, and we believe God has something truly powerful in store. Please join us in praying for a mighty getaway where lives are transformed and everyone is drawn closer to God and to each other.

Teen Breakaway: Friday, Nov. 21st- Sunday, Nov. 23rd

Kids from all over South Carolina will gather for inspirational worship and lots of fun at our Batesburg Camp. The cost is $120 and the registration is due by Sunday, November 2nd. Please see Pastor Bill if you are interested in going. This is a great opportunity for spiritual growth for our youth.

EQUIP WORKSHOPS

SESSION A (10:05am-10:55am)

Full Steam Ahead: Rooted in Discipleship– Sam Barber

Synkakopatheo: Leading in Adversity – Joe McLamb

Prioritizing Mission: Revitalization Through Outreach – Jeremy Reese

Making Discipleship Engaging in Children's Hearts – Laureen Rupert

Nones and Dones: Inviting Those Who Are One Ask Away – Haydn Miller

Basic Bible Studies for New and Growing Christians – Greg Pressley

The Ministry of Music: It Ain't Just Pickin' Songs – Michael McAdory

NMI: Rooted in Best Practices – Libby Newman

Session B (11:05am-11:55AM)

Preaching to Form a Holy People – Michael Jackson

Understanding Burnout & How It Affects Pastoral Ministry – Tony Lupton

Revitalization: What Matters Most – Rod Walley

Discipling the NOW generation – David Olshine

The Disciples’ Compass – Scott Wade

Prayer: "The Heartbeat of Discipleship” – David Nixon

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Turkeys For The Thanksgiving Grocery Giveaway

With the current economical situation, we are expecting more families that will be

needing assistance for Thanksgiving. Each month, we regularly give groceries to

30-35 families. If you can help us with turkeys, please bring them by Wednesday,

November 19th. See Anne Shaw if you have questions.

The Church Want Ads
Ice Maker Repair Person

Our ice maker in the Family Life Center is no longer working. If you have the ability to fix such a machine,
please see Pastor Bill or MG Black who oversees the maintenance items at the church.

A Used Washer

Mrs. Edie McAdams is a precious lady who is unable to attend church because of physical afflictions. This
week, her washer quit on her and she is looking for a replacement. Her funds are limited. Please see Pastor
Bill or Pastor Regina if you know of one that might be available.
Lawn Care Specialist

The church is grateful to those who cut our grass. A nice kept lawn speaks to our community about how
much we value our church. If you would like to give a couple of hours to mowing our lawn, please sign up in
the foyer at the church. We have all the necessary equipment needed.

Wednesday Nights are Growing

Wednesday nights are full of excitement at WCFN.

Our children’s bible groups are growing each week.

We couldn’t be happier!

But, we could use a few helpers that love children.

If you would like to be a part of influencing a child’s life, please talk to Regina.

It’s a wonderful experience and, of course, our kids are the best!

Food Pantry Drive

Our monthly food pantry has grown to provide nourishment for

around 30-35 families. While we are grateful for everyone who is

bringing in goods, we realize there might be some who would like

to sponsor a family each month. The estimated cost

of the couple of bags of groceries is $30. We’d love to get 30 donors! Please let

Anne Shaw know if this might be your way of assisting this

important program and pick up a magnet in the foyer.

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Worship Opportunities this week:

Sunday Life Groups at 10 & Worship at 11

Worship in Spanish (In Youth Building) at 11 AM

Sunday Afternoon Parking Lot Praise Service at 4 PM

Choir Practice at 5

Wednesday Youth & Teens at 6:30 PM

Wednesday Men's Bible Study at 6:30 PM

Wednesday Ladies Bible Study at the Church or on Zoom at 6:30 PM

Adult Bible Study at 6:30 PM

Encouraged By People’s Giving

People have been giving to the Lord and the church. We can’t tell you how much this means to us. There are five ways one can give. We have resumed Sunday morning worship services at 11 am at the church so you may bring your offerings with you. Many like to use the church’s secure website (wcfn316.com) to give their tithes and offerings. A few might like to text their gift to 803-219-4288. While others will mail it to the church at 350 Wattling Rd, West Columbia SC 29170. If you would like me to pick it up or if you would like to drop it off at the church, please just call me to set up a time. Again thank you for your faithfulness.

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Letter From Pastor Bill

Hello Friends,

Happy Halloween! I hope all of us have an opportunity to use this holiday to show kindness and love toward our neighbors. For our church, we will do this on Saturday at our Fall Festival from 5-7. I hope you can help us welcome our community. As far as prayer requests, Rachael Watts has been released from the hospital and is recuperating at the NHC facility. Others we are lifting up to the Lord are Beverly Knight, Cindy Moody, Curtis Martin, Terry Hook, Hope Addison, Betty Rabon and all of our shut-ins. Thank you for being a part of our church family.

God Bless,

Pastor Bill