Church news: Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024

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Providence Baptist Church, 2445 Old Manning Road, announces:

- Wednesday, Oct. 9, at 7 p.m.: "Things to Come" Prophecy Conference with special guest, the Rev. Dr. Jim Palmer (study of the 22 chapters of Revelation)

First Baptist Missionary Church, 219 S. Washington St., Sumter, announces:

- Friday, Oct. 11, a Food Pantry Giveaway will begin at 1 p.m. and go until supplies last.

Hearts United, which meets at Bethesda Church of God, 2730 Broad St., announces: "The Last Generation" with Nanda Rainwater Ministries.

- Saturday, Oct. 12, Hearts United will meet from 10 a.m. to noon. God is raising up an army of end-time witnesses that will prepare the way for Jesus' second coming - a people who will proclaim it not just with words but with manifestations of power. He is coming back, and He is calling you to be a part of "The Last Generation." Doors open at 9:40 a.m. Join us for fellowship and refreshments. The meeting begins at 10 a.m. Preservice prayer is available for those needing ministry. For more information, find us on FB or visit https://heartsunitedwomensministry.com.

Hope Lutheran Church, 10154 Old No. 6 Highway, Vance, announces:

- Saturday, Oct. 12, a Gospel Fest Celebration will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. featuring Southern Grace. Meal and drink will be provided. Donations accepted with proceeds going toward church projects.

Church of Christ, 313 Mooneyham Road, Sumter, announces:

- The church invites the public, gospel groups and choirs to its October Gospel Fest on Saturday, Oct. 26, at 5 p.m.

Westend Community Church, 101 S. Salem Ave., Sumter, announces:

- There will be a "Family Forum" for parents and guardians on Monday, Nov. 4, at 6 p.m. The event is sponsored by The One Sumter Community Group with the theme "Family Dynamics from Conception to the Grave."

New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 3249 S.C. 15 South, Sumter, announces:

- The church will celebrate its 150th anniversary on Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17.

Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 325 W. Fulton St., Sumter, will observe the following events in during October:
— Sunday, Oct. 13, 10:45 a.m., Morris College Day. Dr. Said Sewell, 11th president of Morris College, will preach, and Morris College Choir will provide music.
— Sunday, Oct. 20, 10:45 a.m., Deacons/Deaconess Anniversary Worship. Pastor Ricky Simmons will be the guest preacher.
— Saturday, Oct. 26, 2 to 5 p.m., Youth Ministry 2nd annual Trunk-or Treat. This festive event will feature food, games and fun for all ages.
— Sunday, Oct. 27, 10:45 a.m., Music Ministry Anniversary