Pastor Bill’s Babbling Brook
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Weekly Edition of Church News & Notes: 1.23.2026
No Sunday School Due To Possible Winter Conditions:
A Decision About Morning Worship Will Be Made On Saturday Night
It is our prayer that this winter storm will not be as severe as forecast. But we have decided to cancel our Sunday School classes out of caution. It is our hope that by 11 AM, the roads will be good enough for us to gather for worship. If we have to cancel worship, we intend to have a worship service on Facebook Live and Youtube.com. Thank you for your understanding. If you would like to give of your tithe and offerings, you can do so from our website @ wcfn316.com.
A Mexican Fiesta For First Family Feast
Sunday, February 8th
We are planning a Super Sunday Lunch for everyone following our Morning Worship service on February 8th. Our theme will be Mexican with a Taco Bar as the main entree. We encourage anyone with a special recipe or dessert to bring it so we can enjoy your gift. There will be a sign up sheet in the foyer for the next couple of Sundays to fully supply our Taco Bar. A big thank you to Peggy and Gary Self, Jeff Williams and MG Black for organizing this gathering.
SuperBowl Party
Sunday, February 8th at 6:30 PM
Each year we enjoy watching the big game with our friends from church in the family life center. Often our favorite team (sorry Cowboy, Panther, & Falcon Fans) are not participating, but it is still a good time to spend time together. Normally most of our crowd leaves soon after the halftime show. We aren’t as young as we used to be. But the food that people bring is always the best. This is an event for the whole family.
“Ah-Ah Moments” Sermon Recap
Throughout January, our messages on Sunday have dealt with moments that take our breath away. It began on Epiphany Sunday when we considered what it must have been like for the Wise Men when they saw the Christ Child. We were encouraged to know that God is working behind the scenes to give us these amazing experiences as long as we follow His Spirit’s leading. The next week, we looked at how Jesus’ breath was taken away literally and figuratively when John baptized him. God the Father knew the temptations His Son was about to face and gave Him a powerful moment that would give him strength. What God did for Jesus, He will do for us as well as long as we are willing to swallow our pride and listen to the Spirit. Then this past week, we noticed how Andrew and the other disciple of John the Baptist had an “ah-ah” moment when they followed Jesus after the initial conversation with John. Weather permitting we will conclude this sermon series. We look forward to many breathtaking moments God will give us in 2026.
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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,
I hope everyone is ready for this weekend. My prayer is that the temperature will stay warm enough that we avoid the freezing rain. We will notifiy you about our service schedule through our call all service and through an email. Please don't hesitate to call me if you have any questions. If we are unable to have church, I hope to have a limited service put on facebook and youtube.com. As far as prayer requests, Jim Lowrimore remains in critical condition at Prisma Richland. We are thankful that Tina Joye was released from the hospital. Linda Dent had a successful procedure on Friday and Rachael Watts had a heart cath on Monday. Please continue to remember Cindy Moody, Curtis Martin, Harold Finley, Terry Hook, Hope Addison, Alice Asbill, Joyce and Mike Yarbrough and all of our shut-ins.
God Bless,
Pastor Bill
