Pastor Bill’s Babbling Brook
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Weekly Edition of Church News & Notes: 11.28.2025
Sanctuary Decorated For The Season
When you step into the sanctuary this Sunday, you’ll immediately notice the beautiful decorations that get us into the Christmas spirit. One meaningful new addition is the small cardinal placed in the manger scene on the communion table. This bird symbolizes loved ones who are no longer with us, reminding us to offer a special prayer for those grieving during this season. A heartfelt thank you goes to our beautification committee for their hard work. If you’d like to help, please see Peggy Self or Angie Williams.
Singspiration and Ice Cream Social: Sunday at 6 PM
We can never praise the Lord enough for how good He has been to us. Sometimes one worship service just isn’t enough to hold all our gratitude. With this in mind, we encourage anyone who would like to bring a special in song to come prepared to sing on Sunday night at 6 PM. Following the worship, we will gather in the Family LIfe Center for an Ice Cream Social. It is going to be a sweet way to end the Thanksgiving weekend. Please see Pastor Bill if you have any questions.
Christmas Shopping Trip: Tuesday at 9 AM
Still searching for a few gifts? Join us for a fun shopping trip to Concord Mills Mall in Charlotte! It’s a great chance to find what you need while enjoying fellowship with the church family. We will leave the church at 9 AM and return around 4 PM. Lunch will be at The Cheesecake Factory. Thank you to Cat Elks for organizing this outing. A sign-up sheet is in the foyer of the sanctuary.
Children’s Christmas Play: Sunday, December 7th
Our kids have been working hard memorizing their lines and practicing their songs. “Gloria’s Christmas” promises to be a powerful presentation that beautifully shares the true meaning of Christmas. Please pray that God will use this play to reach people for Christ.
Right Now Media: Christmas Resources For You
Our church has bought the rights to share Right Now Media with you at no cost to you. This is a huge library of Bible studies with short, easy-to-use video sessions. If you haven’t signed up, text your email address to Pastor Regina @ 803-622-4583. Here are a few Christmas recommendations you might enjoy. The first one is “Worship in the Word”. This video highlights Christmas hymns. For children, there is a series called “The Creators’ Christmas Special”. Franklin Graham has a series called “The Cost of Christmas”. And one I have been enjoying is called “The Wonder of Christmas”. If you need help accessing or downloading anything, please reach out. These resources may be just what you need to make your Christmas season.
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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.
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Ice Maker Repair Person
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,
I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving with family and friends. Mine began last Friday with a delicious dinner with Sarah and her husband, Brian. Then this past week, I travelled to Ohio to enjoy Thanksgiving with my dad and siblings. I am a little tired, but my heart is full from all the love shared. This Sunday begins our Advent season. The title of the sermon is "Expecting when You Are Not Expecting". Hope you can join us. Congratulations to Bryce and McKenzie Keisler on the birth of the daughter, Reagan. Kyle and Dana must be so proud. As far as prayer requests, continue to remember Cindy Moody, Curtis Martin, Terry Hook, Hope Addison along with all of our shut-ins. Thanks for being a part of our church family.
God Bless,
Pastor Bill
