Church News – November 25, 2015
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The Lord Cares: the cupboards are getting full!
Thank you to all who have contributed! According to Mike Beckham, the shelves are not bare any longer. Now with the temperatures dropping, please continue to assist The Lord Cares in caring for those in need in the Darlington area. T.L.C.’s food bank is located at 201 Grove Street in Darlington.
They are open Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10 a.m. until 12 noon. Donations of non-perishable food items (especially canned meats) are needed, as are toiletries, bathroom tissue, and paper towels.
Monetary donations are always needed, and are tax deductible…so be sure to make an additional one before December 31, 2015!
Macedonia seeks information on Dr. Brockenton
Deacon Patsy Y. Sawyer is in search of relatives of Dr. Isaac P. Brockenton, former pastor of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church. Dr. Brockenton served at Macedonia from 1866 – 1908. Mrs. Sawyer is currently researching the history of the church, and any information on this pastor will be most appreciated. You may contact her at the church: 843-393-6361, or via email at: psawyerinspire1@gmail.com
Fifth Freewill Singing Convention
The Fifth Freewill Singing Convention will be held at New Bethel Baptist Church, Sunday November 29 with Sunday School starting at 9:30 a.m. Asking for all choirs to be on time for Sunday School and Worship Service. New Bethel Baptist Church is located at 1895 Hwy. 15 N., Bishopville.
HCC Annual Christmas Concert
The Hartsville Community Chorus and Children’s Chorale will present their annual Christmas Concert at 7 p.m. on Monday, December 1, at West Hartsville Baptist Church. There is no charge to the general public although a freewill offering will be taken.
Bethea Retirement Community and Local Churches Present Come To Bethlehem
Friday and Saturday December 4th and 5th 6:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. both nights Free and open to the public! Church buses are welcome
See Bethlehem at the time of the birth of Christ
Sights and sounds of the first Christmas will be demonstrated with actors, angels, shepherds, and villagers
Join Herod’s Court, the Wise Men, Mary, Joseph, and the Christ Child in the true meaning of Christmas
All who attend will be able to walk or drive through the Town of Bethlehem
Proceeds will benefit Child Evangelism Fellowship. Event location: Bethea Retirement Communit 157 Home Ave., Darlington.
Miracle on Main Street
Enjoy a children’s musical at Central Baptist Church on Sunday, December 6 at 6:00 p.m. Free admission, and enjoy a special Christmas Party in the Activity Building afterwards with a very special guest. Church is located at 512 Spring Street in Darlington. For more information, contact: 843-393-8581 or visit online at www.cbcdarlington.com
Come Home: A Family Christmas
Enjoy the music and drama of “Come Home: A Family Christmas” at Central Baptist Church on Sunday, December 13 at 6:00 p.m. in the Activity Building. Central Baptist Church is located on 512 Spring Street in Darlington. For more information, contact: 843-393-8581 or visit online at www.cbcdarlington.com
Bible Study
Bible study at Mt.Zion Tabernacle Believers Church 426 W. Broad St. Darlington, on Tuesday nights at 6:00 p.m. Bible study led by Rev.Larry Scipio. Contact Deacon Z.Frierson at 843-992-3158 or church 843-992-8125. Come join us.
St. Catherine’s Episcopal Church
3123 W. Palmetto St., Florence Worship Time: 11 a.m. (4th Sunday 8:30 a.m.) Sunday School: 9:45 a.m.Phone: 843-601-3672
Facebook: StCatherinesEC Vicar: The Rev. Jeffrey R. Richardson
Black Creek Baptist Church
Black Creek Baptist Church, located 139 Mont Clare Road, Dovesville, announces their hours: Sunday: 10 a.m. Sunday School, 11a.m. Worship Services and 6 p.m. Evening Worship. Wednesday: 6:30 Adult Bible Study; Youth Bible Study, Children (Children In Action) 7:30 Adult Choir Practice
Mt. Zion Tabernacle Ministries
Mt. Zion Tabernacle Ministries 426 W. Broad St. in Darlington announces their hours
1st/3rd Sunday Pastoral Sunday: Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. Church Services 11:00 Elder M. Frierson 2nd/4th Sunday: Sunday School at 9:30 by Deacon Z. Frierson Service at 11:00 a.m. Min.Gerald Green. The community is invited to attend. Come expecting to hear the anointed Word. Contact Deacon.Z.Frierson 843-229-3158.
