Pastor Bill’s Babbling Brook
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Weekly Edition of Church News & Notes: 2.13.2026
Faith and Football
Clear Your Calendars for Friday, March 27-Sunday, March 29
Guest Speaker: LaMorris Crawford, Carolina Panthers Chaplain
Friday at 7pm; Saturday at 10 (Men’s Breakfast) and 6pm; Sunday at 11
Born on the south side of Chicago, LaMorris Crawford faced unimaginable hardship from the very beginning. At just ten months old, his mother was tragically killed at the young age of seventeen, and to this day he has never known his father. Growing up without parents, in poverty, and surrounded by violence, LaMorris learned to survive through gangs, drugs, popularity, and basketball. Although he became a well-known and successful athlete, the attention and recognition could not fill the emptiness in his heart. At nineteen years old, everything changed. LaMorris had a life-transforming encounter with Jesus Christ that completely redirected his path and gave his life new purpose and hope. LaMorris went on to become the first in his family to attend college, graduating from Olivet Nazarene University with both an undergraduate and graduate degree. Today, he and his wife, Megan, are blessed with four beautiful children and serve as team chaplains for the Carolina Panthers. LaMorris has a powerful passion for preaching and clearly communicating the Word of God, sharing with others how God can do an incredible work in their lives just as He did in his. We are honored and excited to welcome LaMorris Crawford and look forward to hearing his inspiring testimony!
Ministry Meeting
Sunday, February 22 at 7:00pm
Staying connected with one another and with our community is a vital part of ministry. Our ministry meetings are a great opportunity to collaborate, share ideas, and plan upcoming events together. We invite you to join us next Sunday night and sit in with one or two ministry groups. Tables will be set up for: Ladies Ministry, Men’s Ministry, Children’s Ministry, Teen Ministry, Young Adult Ministry, Senior Adult Ministry, Greeters, and Security/Safety Team. You may have just the ideas and input needed to help make our next event a success. We’d love to hear your voice and see how you can be part of what God is doing!
Young Adult Game Night
Saturday, February 28 at 6:30
Our Young Adult Group (20’s-4’s+) has planned an exciting night full of fun, laughter, and friendly competition! Join us for: Board games, Card games, Strategy games, and games of chance or luck. Bring your favorite finger food to share as we enjoy an evening with this fun-loving group. It’s a great time to relax, connect, and make new friends-you might just have the time of your life! Need childcare? Babysitting is available-just contact Pastor Regina at 803-622-4583 to make arrangements.
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The Church Want Ads:
HELP WANTED!
We have several seniors in our church family who could use help getting to their doctor’s appointments.
Would you be willing to assist occasionally with transportation? This is an important ministry
and a meaningful way to serve those in our community.If you’re interested,
please see Pastor Regina to sign up.You’ll be a blessing to others—and you’ll be blessed in return.
Free Piano Available
We have a piano that is free to a good home. It would be great for someone who is learning to play
or for anyone who simply enjoys playing at home.
If you are interested, please let Pastor Bill or Pastor Regina know.
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.
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
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.
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 Valentine's Weekend! With references to love everywhere you look, how are we going to show our affection to the one who loves us the most? Just in case you are wondering, God loves us the best and most. Probably instead of a making the Lord a card, He would probably want us to show his love to someone who needs it. I hope you will join us on Sunday where we will have plenty of ways to express our love for Jesus. As far as prayer requests, Cindy Moody was released from the hospital. Please ask God to perform a miracle. Harold Finley was admitted to Lexington Medical Center but hopefully he will be coming home today. Others we are lifting up to the Lord: Jim Lowrimore, Curtis Martin, Linda Dent, Terry Hook, Hope Addison, Tina Joye, Darrell Jenkins, Alice Asbill, Marvin Black, Doug Yandle's mother and all of our shut-ins. Thank you for being part of our church family.
God Bless,
Pastor Bill
