Pastor Bill’s Babbling Brook
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Weekly Edition of Church News & Notes: 8.15.2025
Jesus The Troublemaker
On Sunday, we will continue our look at different nicknames for God. My favorite is “Heavenly Father” because it best describes how the Lord deals with me. This week, we will consider how Jesus comes to turn our world upside down. For many of our friends and maybe even our family members, this will make them very uncomfortable. But as our passage from Luke 12:49-56 explains, Jesus came to bring division not peace which is kind of shocking. “Jesus The Troublemaker” is a needed reminder for the world in which we live. I hope you can join us on Sunday. God has been blessing us with some powerful worship experiences over the last few months. I can’t wait to see how He moves this week. Summer Mangicaro will be back to lead our singing. She did a wonderful job last week and God will use her again on Sunday. The song set is below. Feel free to check out these songs so we can be better prepared to worship.
The Lion & The Lamb @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iuUFf4LOOE
Raise A Hallelejah @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8B85SRZJsCg&list=RD8B85SRZJsCg&start_radio=1
I Surrender by Hillsong @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgsqfjRslzA&list=RDjgsqfjRslzA&start_radio=1
The Lion & The Lamb @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iuUFf4LOOE
Raise A Hallelejah @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8B85SRZJsCg&list=RD8B85SRZJsCg&start_radio=1
I Surrender by Hillsong @ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgsqfjRslzA&list=RDjgsqfjRslzA&start_radio=1
Mrs. Roxan Weed’s Memorial Service On Saturday, August 16th at 1 PM
The Apostle Paul wrote, “To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord”. On August 16th, we will celebrate the life of Mrs. Roxan Weed and will be comforted in knowing that she is with Jesus at this very moment. This godly lady loved her Lord, her church and especially her family. She assisted her husband with the teen ministry for many years. Roxan had a big heart and helped those who were in need. She enjoyed singing in the choir and cheering on our softball team. Please ask God to comfort Howard, Aaron and the rest of the family. They will receive friends thirty minutes before the service on Saturday. It will take place at the church.
Baptismal Service, Sunday August 24
God desires for everyone who has accepted Jesus as Lord to make a public declaration of faith by being baptized. This sacrament has a way of drawing the believer even closer to God while also encouraging His church. If you are interested in being baptized, please see the Pastor.
Church Bazaar Fundraiser For Ladies Retreat Scholarships
We believe that the SC Nazarene District Ladies’ Getaway is one of the best ways our women can be drawn close to God and each other. It takes place in Myrtle Beach on November 14-16. For some, money is very tight and a little assistance could enable them to attend. With this in mind, Dan Felix has organized a church bazaar for Saturday, September 6 from 8-12 at the church. Please see him if you are interested in renting a table or donating items. Tables are $25 and you keep the proceeds from what you sell. Thank you for helping us help others.
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The Church Want Ads
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,
We hope your week has been full of opportunities to proclaim, The King is soon coming as we were challenged in last week's sermon. This week we look forward to hearing yet another nickname that is used to show affection for our Lord. Three songs to be listening to that will help you prepare for worship are included inside the babbling brook. Some prayer requests are: remember the Weed family as Saturday will be the Celebration of Life for Roxan Weed. Mike Mahaffey is in serious condition at Lexington Medical Center, also continue to lift up Nancy Freeman who is recovering from knee surgery, Curtis, Don, Hope, Brenda and Donna who are battling cancer. Pray for each other and we hope to see you on Sunday.
God Bless,
Pastor Bill
