from Pastor Darrell and Mrs. Willie Mae Jackson, Sr.

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Bible Way Church of Atlas Road
New Members Handbook
Welcome from Pastor Darrell and Mrs. Willie Mae Jackson, Sr.
W
elcome to Bible Way. We are honored that you
have chosen the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road
as your church. The decision you have made
today is the first step in becoming a member. Next, you
need to attend one New Member’s Orientation Session.
Orientations are scheduled for the convenience of our
new members. A complete schedule of all orientations is
listed in this Handbook.
We are a close-knit family of believers, and we are
growing by God’s grace! Because of the talents and
support of our members, we are able to offer many
wonderful ministries to assist you and your family in your
spiritual and personal growth. Information on each
ministry is available for review on our website,
www.bwcar.org. Please take a moment to visit it and see all the programs and activities that are
available to you and watch the weekly bulletin for upcoming announcements.
If there is anything we can do to assist you as you explore all that Bible Way has to offer, please contact
Sister Bobbie Wharton, our New Member’s Director, at 803.647.5163 or through email at
bwharton@bwcar.org.
Mrs. Jackson and I look forward to worshiping with you as we grow together in the grace of God.
Sincerely,
Darrell Jackson, Sr.
Mrs. Willie Mae Jackson
Table of Contents
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4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
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5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
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6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
From Humble Beginnings ................................................................................................................. 1
Doctrinal Statement of Belief ........................................................................................................... 3
Our Mission ................................................................................................................................................................................. 3
Our Purpose ................................................................................................................................................................................ 3
Our Faith ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 3
Our Worship ................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Bible Way Quick Facts ....................................................................................................................... 5
Meet the Pastors at Bible Way .......................................................................................................... 6
Pastor Darrell Jackson, Sr. ...................................................................................................................................................... 6
Senior Associate Pastor Alvah Lawson ............................................................................................................................. 6
Associate Pastor Harold Cuff ................................................................................................................................................ 6
Associate Pastor James F. Davis .......................................................................................................................................... 7
Associate Pastor Frank English, III....................................................................................................................................... 7
Associate Pastor Curtis Hamilton........................................................................................................................................ 7
Associate Pastor Randall “Mack” Jackson ........................................................................................................................ 8
Regularly Scheduled Services and Events at Bible Way.................................................................. 9
Regularly Scheduled Services .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Sunday School Class Options and Locations ............................................................................................................... 10
New Member Orientation Dates for 2010 ..................................................................................................................... 11
Baptism Orientation Class Dates for 2010 ..................................................................................................................... 11
Annual Events and Celebrations ....................................................................................................................................... 12
Ministries ......................................................................................................................................... 13
Adult Ministries ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13
Couples Ministry ............................................................................................................................................................. 13
Men’s Ministry .................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Singles Ministry (The Good Life) ............................................................................................................................... 13
Women’s Ministry ........................................................................................................................................................... 13
Young Adult Ministry .................................................................................................................................................... 15
Appointed Ministries ............................................................................................................................................................. 15
Clergy .................................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Deacons and Deacons’ Wives .................................................................................................................................... 15
Ministers in Training ...................................................................................................................................................... 15
Shepherds’ Ministry ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
Christian Education ................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Crown Financial Ministry ............................................................................................................................................. 15
Personal Development Institute (PDI) .................................................................................................................... 16
Sunday School Ministry ................................................................................................................................................ 16
Membership Development Ministries ............................................................................................................................ 16
Care Groups Ministry ..................................................................................................................................................... 16
New Members Ministry ................................................................................................................................................ 21
Planning Ministry ............................................................................................................................................................ 21
Outreach Ministries ................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Because We Care ............................................................................................................................................................. 21
Foreign Missions Ministry ............................................................................................................................................ 21
The Genesis Project........................................................................................................................................................ 21
Midlands Community Development Corporation............................................................................................. 22
Prison Outreach Ministry ............................................................................................................................................. 22
Social Work Ministry ...................................................................................................................................................... 22
Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center .......................................................................................................................... 22
Support Ministries .................................................................................................................................................................. 23
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The Book Club .................................................................................................................................................................. 23
Divorce Support Club.................................................................................................................................................... 23
Grief Support Group ...................................................................................................................................................... 23
Making Peace With Your Past .................................................................................................................................... 23
Military Support Group................................................................................................................................................. 23
Second Chance Support Group ................................................................................................................................ 23
Single Parent Support Group ..................................................................................................................................... 23
Total Recovery Support Group .................................................................................................................................. 24
We Care HIV/AIDS Ministry ......................................................................................................................................... 24
Support Services ..................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Health Professionals ...................................................................................................................................................... 24
Hospitality ......................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Parking Lot ........................................................................................................................................................................ 24
Ushers.................................................................................................................................................................................. 24
Worship Experience ............................................................................................................................................................... 25
Worship & Arts ................................................................................................................................................................. 25
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT MINISTRIES................................................................................................................................. 25
Boy Scouts ......................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Children’s Ministry .......................................................................................................................................................... 26
Generation Now (Boys)................................................................................................................................................. 26
Girl Scouts .......................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Nurturing Ministry .......................................................................................................................................................... 26
Visionaries (Girls) ............................................................................................................................................................. 26
W.I.R.E.D. Youth Ministry .............................................................................................................................................. 26
Staff Functions ......................................................................................................................................................................... 27
A.C. Jackson Wellness Center ..................................................................................................................................... 27
Baptism Committee ....................................................................................................................................................... 27
Security ............................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Transportation Ministry ................................................................................................................................................ 27
How to Reach Us .............................................................................................................................. 28
Campus Map .................................................................................................................................... 29
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From Humble Beginnings
The Bible Way Church of Atlas Road was originally established as the Bible Way Church of Arthurtown,
with a membership consisting of 13 adults and their children. Services were held in a small church
building affectionately known as "The Little Red Church."
On January 22, 1966, the "Little Red Church" was completely destroyed by fire. Though devastated, the
faith of this congregation never wavered, and they prayed for a new location. Doors were opened
making it possible for them to hold Sunday morning services in the auditorium of the Atlas Road
Elementary School (now the C.R. Neal Dream Center). The church members purchased property directly
across the street from the elementary school in March 1967.
On October 8, 1967, they marched into their first new sanctuary.
On November 5, 1967, the church was dedicated, consecrated
and thereafter called the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road. From
these humble beginnings grew a ministry which reaches
thousands of people weekly.
The Legacy Began…
Bishop Jackson envisioned the church as a force for good that extended past the Sunday worship hour.
Under his leadership, the church established programs to minister to
young people, senior citizens, those in poverty, and those who simply
needed a helping hand. Through his sermons Bishop Jackson applied
biblical lessons to everyday life. In the early 1970’s, Bible Way Church of
Atlas Road was one of the first churches to broadcast its services on local
radio.
Upon his death in September 2006, Bishop Jackson was remembered as
one who “was always working, always leading, having a vision for the
community, having a heart for the people”.
The Legacy Continues…
Darrell Jackson, Sr. served as co-pastor under Bishop Jackson for several
years, and upon Bishop’s retirement in 1996 he assumed the role as
Senior Pastor of the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road. Since that time,
God has continued to manifest Himself in a most anointed way, touching
thousands of lives weekly.
As of April 2010, membership at Bible Way was 12,373. Every week, Bible
Way reaches thousands of people through its worship services which are
broadcast throughout South Carolina on WFMV (95.3 FM) and WWDM
(101.3 FM) radio, and through streaming webcasts found at
www.bwcar.org.
Bible Way also provides new members and student classes, and has outreach and community services
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through many of the ministries offered through the church, as well as through the Midlands
Community Development Corporation, which the church established in 1998.
In October 2006, Bible Way Church of Atlas Road purchased 100.48 acres in southeast Columbia. This
mixed use development project, Congaree Pointe, highlights a tremendous economic endeavor for
faith based institutions. It is solely a project between the church and private industry. While not the
first project of this nature, it is certainly one of the few and most comprehensive!
Also in 2006, Dr. John Vaughn, founder of the Church Growth Today at the Center for the Study of
Growing Churches, named Bible Way Church of Atlas Road as one of the 50 most influential churches in
the United States! Bible Way was recognized for its consistently high number of congregants and its
relationship with the community. This honor is a true testament to our commitment to continue striving
to win souls for Christ!
Bible Way Church of Atlas Road is proud of its tremendous spiritual and economic impact upon its
membership, upon communities throughout South Carolina and upon individual lives around the
world.
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Doctrinal Statement of Belief
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Our Mission
The mission of Bible Way Church of Atlas Road is simply to know God, to love and to serve.
To know God…
• Spiritually
• Personally
• Collectively
To Love…
• God
• Others• Others
• Ourselves
To Serve…
• God
• Humanity
• Community
Bible Way Church of Atlas Road is a self-governing church which chooses to cooperate and
fellowship with the redeemed and of the Lord regardless of denominational association. We
are committed to spreading the Gospel to all mankind. Bible Way Church of Atlas Road,
through its many ministries, seeks to reach the lost and then establish them in faith.
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Our Purpose
Outreach
To communicate Christ's message through evangelism.
Fellowship
To incorporate Christ's family into the fellowship of the local church membership.
Worship
To celebrate Christ's presence as we magnify His name through genuine worship.
Discipleship
To educate Christ's followers to Christ-like maturity through Bible teaching and training for
ministry.
Service
To demonstrate Christ's love through a caring ministry to all people.
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Our Faith
We believe in the triune God, maker of all creation, who is the all-knowing, all powerful, everpresent eternal Father, the source of all goodness, truth, and love.
We believe in the deity of Jesus Christ as the son of God, who died on the cross in our place as
the supreme sacrifice for sin, was buried in a tomb, but rose again on the third day and is now
exalted as King of kings and the Lord of lords and will soon return to earth with all power and
Glory.
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We believe in the divine inspiration of the scriptures and that the Word of God is the sufficient
rule of faith and practice, and the final authority for truth and salvation.
We believe in water baptism by immersion.
We believe in the in-filling of the Holy Spirit which will lead and guide believers as they pursue
Godly living. (I Peter 1:16)
We believe in the Church, established by the Lord as a spiritual community for worship,
stewardship, and service to God and men.
We believe in the Judgment Day, when all men will stand before God to account for their lives,
where the unconverted will be punished, and the true Christians will receive their just rewards.
We believe in tithing and offerings as the method of supporting the work of the Lord, as
ordained in Malachi 3:8-10.
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Our Worship
We pray together because the Bible reads, "they lifted up their voices to God with one accord..."
Acts 4:24
We lift our hands in praise because in the Bible we read, "Lift up your hands in the sanctuary,
and bless the Lord." Psalm 132:2
We sing with all our hearts because in the Bible we read, "Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all
the earth; make a loud noise and rejoice, and sing praise." Psalm 98:4
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Bible Way Quick Facts
Bible Way Church of Atlas Road is a125-acre campus on Atlas Road in Columbia, South Carolina. It is
governed by a 21-member Executive Board of Trustees.
Founded:
October 1963 with 13 members and their children
Membership:
12,373 (As of October 2010)
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Six (6) associate pastors
38 ordained elders
30 licensed ministers
70 deacons
36 ordained elders
Over 40 active ministries
7 employees (full- and part-time)
Buildings:
Memorial Chapel (1967) - original edifice
Square Feet: 2,318
Seating Capacity: 400
Sanctuary (1981)
Square Feet: 23, 664
Seating Capacity: 1,000
Worship Center (2001)
Square Feet: 40,217
Seating Capacity: 2,500
A.C. Jackson Wellness Center (1994)
Square Feet: 13,000
C.R. Neal Dream Center (2005)
Square Feet: 40,000
Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center (2006)
Square Feet: 2,580
Communications Center (2006)
Square Feet: 1,602
Youth Development Center (2008)
Square Feet: 1,800
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Meet the Pastors at Bible Way
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Pastor Darrell Jackson, Sr.
Pastor Darrell Jackson, Sr. has served as the Senior Pastor of the Bible Way
Church of Atlas Road since 1996. He is the oldest of five children born to
the late Bishop Andrew C. Jackson and Jannie (Lumpkin) Jackson of
Hopkins.
He received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from Benedict
College, and his Masters Degree in Religious Studies from Columbia
International Seminary. Pastor Jackson serves in the South Carolina Senate
representing Richland County, and own Sunrise Public Relations. Pastor
Jackson has authored “A World of Possibilities.”
He and his wife, Willie Mae Jackson, have two sons, Darrell Jackson, Jr., and Antoine Joseph
Jackson.
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Senior Associate Pastor Alvah Lawson
God called Pastor Alvah R. Lawson, Sr. to teach and preach the Gospel of
Jesus Christ in 1986. In 1997, he joined the staff at Bible Way as its Outreach
Minister where he ministers in the areas of counseling, prayer and
deliverance, and hospital and home visitations. He is currently the Adult
Men’s Sunday School Teacher; and he and his wife, Pat, are the leaders of
the eight-week discipleship course, “2Becoming1” for married and engaged
couples.
Pastor Lawson was born in Beaufort, South Carolina. He and his twin sister
are the oldest of six children. He retired in December 1992, as a Master
Sergeant in the United States Army where he served for 20 years.
While in the military, he continued his education by attending the University of Alaska, Central
Texas College, and the University of South Carolina. After his retirement from military service,
he enrolled in courses for Biblical Studies at Columbia International University in Columbia,
South Carolina. He also attended Midlands Technical College where in May 1995 he received
an Associate of Arts Degree in Accounting. He later went on to obtain his Bachelor of Arts
Degree from Limestone College.
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Associate Pastor Harold Cuff
Pastor Harold Cuff is an associate pastor and serves Bible Way with several
church ministries under his supervision, including church security, the
Men’s Ministry, Singles Ministry, Second Chance (Foster Care and
Adoption), Shepherd’s Ministry, and Transportation Ministry. He also
assists with the Adult Sunday School class and works closely with Pastor
Darrell Jackson, Sr.
He is a native of Rocky Mount, Virginia and a graduate of Benedict College
with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice. He serves as a
Magistrate Court Judge in Richland County, South Carolina. Pastor Cuff is
married to Elder Sallie Loyd-Cuff, the Minister of Music at Bible Way Church of Atlas Road. They
have one daughter, Charlye Cuff.
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Associate Pastor James F. Davis
Pastor James F. Davis, Jr., an associate pastor at Bible Way holds weekly
church services in the county jail, offers pastoral counseling to inmates in the
state prisons and jails, and responds to all prison letters sent to Bible Way.
Pastor Davis also counsels and prays with members and non-members who
call the church seeking pastoral guidance.
Born in Columbia, South Carolina, he earned an Associate Business Degree
from Midlands Technical College, majoring in Computer Science and later
attended the University of South Carolina in Columbia majoring in Business
Administration.
Pastor Davis and his family joined Bible Way in 1969. Since that time, he has served on the
Senior Choir, Usher Board, Deacon Board, as a Sunday School teacher, Ordained Elder, local
examiner for the Elders ordination, President of the Prison Outreach Ministry, and a long-time
Executive Trustee Board member.
Pastor Davis is married to Sheyrian Proctor. They have three children.
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Associate Pastor Frank English, III
Pastor Frank English, III, is an associate pastor and has been a member of
Bible Way for over 40 years. In that time, he has served as choir director,
Young People President, Sunday School teacher, and Superintendent of
Christian Education.
He was born August 21, 1949 to Deacon Frank English, Jr. and Mother
Alberta English. He graduated from Midlands Technical College and
attended Columbia International University. Pastor English retired from
SCANA (South Carolina Electric & Gas Co.) after 34 years of service.
He also serves on the finance committee of the Bible Way Churches
Worldwide, and on the Executive Board of Trustees at Bible Way Church of
Atlas Road.
He is married to Rose Ann English. They have one son, Frank English, IV.
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Associate Pastor Curtis Hamilton
Pastor Curtis L. Hamilton, Sr. has been a member at Bible Way since 1976.
He is co-owner of C&H Financial Services, a full-service insurance company
and is a Certified Housing Counselor and a Licensed Credit Counselor.
Born in Charleston, South Carolina, Pastor Hamilton graduated from the
Berkeley Charleston Dorchester Technical Education Center with an
Associates Degree in Civil Engineering Technology in 1970. He continued
his education at the University of South Carolina where he received a
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration majoring in Insurance and
Economic Security. Curtis and his wife, Cenell, are also graduates of
Midlands Technical College’s Certified Financial Planning Educational Training (CFP).
Curtis served as a former Trustee with the Richland County Public Library, is a former United
Way Volunteer, a member of the NAACP, and a former president of the S.C. Association of
Blacks in Energy.
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He currently serves over several ministries at the church; namely, New Members, Personal
Development Institute (PDI), Pre-marital Counseling, and Crown Financial Ministries. He served
as Deacon Board Chairman for 13 years, is a former President of the United Deacons
Association of the Bible Way Churches Worldwide, Bible Way Church Man of the Year, and is
currently Secretary of the Board of Trustees. Mr. Hamilton has served as the New Members
Instructor for 25 years. He is the longest serving Bible Teacher of the New Member’s Class since
the church’s inception.
Mr. Hamilton held several managerial positions during his 28 year tenure with South Carolina
Electric & Gas Company.
Pastor and Sister Hamilton have two children, Curtis, Jr. and Simone Michelle.
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Associate Pastor Randall “Mack” Jackson
Pastor Randall “Mack” Jackson serves as the special assistant to the senior
pastor, and as an associate pastor. He has several church ministries under
his supervision, including the Office of Youth Development, Worship and
Arts, Communications, Media, and Church Planning.
He received his Bachelor of Arts from Benedict College and his Master of
Education from the University of South Carolina, with additional graduate
studies at Columbia International University.
He began his career at Francis Marion University and then moved on to
Dekalb College in Atlanta, Georgia, where he served as the Assistant Dean
of Students, and finally to the Dean of Student Development Services at Allen University. He is
a managing partner and officer of Sunrise Communications, a public relations advertising, and
consulting company. Mr. Jackson serves on many advisory boards throughout the Columbia
area related to youth, religion, and health care.
Pastor Mack is the youngest son of the late Bishop Andrew C. Jackson and Mrs. Jannie R.
Jackson. He is married to Lisa Hudson Jackson.
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Regularly Scheduled Services and Events at Bible Way
All campus facilities are designated by the following abbreviations:
Facility
Worship Center
Sanctuary
Abbreviation
WC
S
Fellowship Hall
FH
C.R. Neal Dream Center
(All POD classrooms are
located in the Dream
Center.)
DC
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Facility
Memorial Chapel
A.C. Jackson Wellness
Center
Office of Youth
Development
Jannie R. Jackson
Women’s Center
Abbreviation
MC
WELC
OYD
JRJ
Regularly Scheduled Services
Event / Activity
Worship Service
Day/Frequency
Sunday
Time
8:00am
11:00am
Location
Worship Center
Children’s Church
Sunday
8:00am
11:00am
Main Sanctuary
(MS)
C.R. Neal Dream Center (DC)
Second and Third
Sunday Youth Service
Every second &
third Sunday
11:00am
Memorial Chapel
Mid-Week Service
(Bible Study)
Tuesday
7:00pm
Worship Center
Sunday School
Sunday
10:00am
Various (See locations in 5.2)
Communion
Every first
Sunday
8:00am
11:00am
Worship Center
(WC)
Baptisms
Every first
Sunday
10:00am
Worship Center
(WC)
Christenings
Quarterly
Following the 11am
Worship Service
Sanctuary
(S)
Noonday Prayer
Monday-Friday
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Memorial Chapel (MC)
Men’s Bible Study
Thursday
7:00pm
Men’s Prayer Service
Saturday
7:00am
Women’s Intercessory
Prayer
Thursday
6:00pm
Women’s Bible Study
Thursday
7:00pm
(WC)
(MC)
(WC)
Real Talk Wednesdays
(Total Recovery)
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Wednesday
7:00pm
(DC)
Sunday School Class Options and Locations
Class Category
Nursery
Age Range
2–3
Location
Dining Hall
Kindergarten
4–5
Inside Pod
Beginners
6–7
Pods 11 and 12
Primary
8–9
Pods 5 and 6
Juniors
10 – 11
Pods 3 and 4
Teen Males
12 – 14
Pods 7 and 8
Teen Girls
12 – 14
Room #8
Teens
15 – 17
Pods 11 and 12
New Members I (REQUIRED)
Basics of Christian Beliefs
Adults
Memorial Chapel
New Members II (REQUIRED)
Basics of Prosperous Living
Adults
Room #5
After completion of New Members I and II, the following adult classes are available:
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Young Adults
18 – 30
Mazelee Loyd Conference
Room
Room #1
Women
(Women only please)
Adults
Men
(Men only please)
Adults
Room #7
Seniors
Adults
Main Sanctuary
Couples
(Engaged and married couples only please)
Adults
About Face Room
Kingdom Living
Adults
About Face Computer Room
Total Recovery
Adults
Laura Jefferson Room
Praise & Worship
Adults
Youth Development Center
Deacons
(Deacons and Brothers-in-Training only please)
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Adults
Room #12 ( Until Dec. 2010)
New Member Orientation Dates for 2010
Orientations are held on the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 9:45am to 10:45am in the
Youth Development Center. New members need only attend one orientation class.
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Orientation Dates
January 10 and 24
Orientation Dates
July 11 and 25
February 14 and 28
August 8 and 22
March 14 and 28
September 12 and 26
April 11 and 25
October 10 and 24
May 9 and 23
November 14 and 28
June 27
December 12 and 19
Baptism Orientation Class Dates for 2010
Baptisms are performed on the first Sunday of every month at 10:00am in the Worship Center.
Candidates for baptism need only attend one orientation. Baptism Orientation Classes are held
at 6:00 pm in the C.R. Neal Dream Center on the dates listed below.
Orientation Dates
January 13
Orientation Dates
July 14
July 28
February 3
February 17
August 18
March 3
March 17
September 1
September 29
April 14
April 28
October 13
May 12
May 26
November 3
June 2
June 30
December 1
September15
November 17
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Annual Events and Celebrations
Event
Consecration Services
Month
January
Black History Month
Couples’ Social
February
Women’s Month
March
Resurrection Sunday
March/April
Pentecost
April/May
Family Fun Day
April
Men’s Month
June
Graduate Recognition Ceremony
June
Children’s and Youth Month
August
Young Adult Month
September
Worship and Arts Month
October
Anniversary
November
Thanksgiving Day Service
November
Annual Awards Program
December
Worship and Arts Christmas Cantata
December
Christmas Eve Service
December
Watch Night Service
December
NOTE: Events are subject to change.
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Ministries
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Adult Ministries
Couples Ministry
The Couples Ministry provides a wholesome environment that allow couples (married,
engaged, and those considering marriage) to fellowship, share common bonds and interests,
while striving to better understand God's true purpose for marriage.
Contacts: Pastor Alvah & Pat Lawson; Deacon Jimmie & Gwen Taylor
Phone: 803.647.5176
2BECOMING1
2Becoming1provides a wholesome environment that allows married couples to fellowship,
share common bonds and interests, while striving to better understand God’s true purpose for
marriage.
Contact: Pastor Alvah & Pat Lawson
Phone: 803.647.5164
Men’s Ministry
The Men’s Ministry goal is to train and equip (disciple) men to be spiritual leaders in their
families, church, and community. “For once you’ve changed the man, you’ve changed the
family.”
The Men’s Ministry of Bible Way Church of Atlas Road wants to create an environment where
men can grow and be more effective in their families, spiritual walk, work, and communities.
Through small groups, men meet on a regular basis for bible study, prayer, discussion,
accountability, and restoration.
Contact: Elder Terry Thomas
Phone: 803.665.0284
Singles Ministry (The Good Life)
The Singles Ministry provides support and activities that foster victorious living and spiritual
growth among singles.
Contact: Minister Lisa Burris
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3064
Women’s Ministry
The purpose of the Women’s Ministry is to equip women to minister to others with the
common goal of doing the will of God. “Endeavoring to keep the unity of the spirit of the bond
of peace Ephesians 4:3
Contact: Mrs. Willie Mae Jackson
Phone: 803.647.5153
Advisor: Mother Jannie R. Jackson
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BIRTHDAY BASH
The Birthday Bash Ministry hosts an annual event which provides fellowship, participation and
encouragement for all women.
HEART-TO-HEART
Heart-to-Heart utilizes women who are spiritually mature in Christ to provide non-judgmental,
godly counsel to those new in Christ. Home visits, lunches, and recognition on Mother’s Day
highlight some of the activities of this ministry.
INTERCESSORY PRAYER
This ministry meets each Thursday evening at 6:00pm so that women can come together and
bring prayer requests before the Lord.
LEADERSHIP TRAINING
This ministry facilitates workshops for the development and training of female ministry leaders.
MOTHER BOARD
This ministry focuses on the “Church Mothers” of Bible Way Church of Atlas Road by
conducting hospital/home visitations, community service, and other supporting endeavors
that fulfill God’s will for his people.
NEW MEMBER OUTREACH
This ministry has the responsibility for the education and orientation of new women who join
Bible Way Church of Atlas Road.
PUBLICITY
This ministry assists the Women’s Ministry, Women’s Center, and the Office of the Pastor’s Wife
by providing promotional items, identifying funding opportunities and supporting the ministry
as needed.
SURVIVOR’S MINISTRY
The Survivor’s Ministry is a support system designed to help nurture emotional, psychological
and spiritual needs of women. This ministry will build courage, spiritual tenacity, and dispense
comfort into the lives of the individuals and their loved ones..
THE WOMAN’S TOUCH LIVE BROADCAST
The Woman’s Touch is a live internet, talk-show style broadcast.
WOMEN OF WISDOM
This ministry facilitates a network of women in business, education, government and other
areas to encourage and support community initiatives and empowerment through
communication.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
This Bible Study class is designed exclusively for women, enabling them to effectively proclaim
the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout their lifetime.
WOMEN’S DAY
The Women’s Ministry hosts an annual Women’s Day during the month of March. All women
are encouraged to participate in the celebratory event.
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Young Adult Ministry
The Young Adult Ministry will help support and foster the social needs of young adults ranging
in age from 18-35, in an environment that cultivates unity.
Contact: Minister Tony “Gee” Green
Phone: 803.530.5850
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Appointed Ministries
Clergy
Deacons and Deacons’ Wives
The Deacons assists with church services, facilities, and outreach to members and the local
community. NOTE: Deacons are appointed by the Senior Pastor.
The Deacon’s wives support the Deacons Ministry’s activities.
Contact: Deacon Calvin Jackson
Phone: 803.647.5181
Contact: Patricia Jackson
Phone: 803.736.3111
Ministers in Training
This training provides information to those in the ministry which will enable them to become
more effective. NOTE: Ministers are appointed by the Senior Pastor.
Contact: Pastor James Davis
Phone: 803.647.5175
Shepherds’ Ministry
The Shepherd’s Ministry assists the Pastor and First Lady with hospitality activities for visiting
ministers and preparing for travel and speaking engagements.
Contact: Annie Wilson
Phone: 803.776.1238,x3063
6.3
Christian Education
Crown Financial Ministry
Crown Financial Counseling provides a formal 10-week study of how to apply God's financial
principles and establish a budget. The course combines God's Word, prayer, and practical
applications to become a faithful steward.
Contact: Pastor Curtis Hamilton
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3035
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Personal Development Institute (PDI)
Sunday School Ministry
The Sunday School Ministry provides classes for scriptural teachings, instructions and Sunday
morning Bible Study for various groups serving all ages.
Contact: Senior Elder George Whitehead
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3065
6.4
Membership Development Ministries
Care Groups Ministry
Care Groups promote fellowship with church members in small group settings in order to
foster closer relationships and friendships with new members, thereby leading to spiritual
maturity in Jesus Christ.
Contact: Gwendolyn Taylor
Phone: 803.647.5176
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Care
Group
1
Leader(s)
Contact Information
Deacon Everett and Deborah Knapper
803.647.6168
2
Deacon Walter and Audrey Jones, Sr.
803.353.0731
3
Deacon Larry and Mother Annie Melton
803.738.9403
Care
Group
Leader(s)
Contact Information
4
Deacon William and Tina Chapman
803.695.1561
5
Wanda Jackson
803.252.6782
6
Deacon Willie and Rachel Simpkins
803.783.5402
7
Deacon Jimmie and Gwen Taylor
803.783.3644
8
Eartha Gerald
803.783.7542
9
Deacon William and Deborah Hayes
Cenell Hamilton
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18
Care
Group
Leader(s)
Contact Information
10
Deacon Carlos and Florence Mays
803.419.2162
11
Greg and Urshula Cannon
803.740.4323
12
Deacon Elimuel and Calotta Porterfield
803.776.5307
13
Deacon Earnest and Mother Marva Diamond
803.776.6436
Care
Group
Leader(s)
Contact Information
14
Deacon Thomas and Yolanda Kennedy
803.736.2027
15
Stanley and Alma Jean Moore
803.699.6560
16
Deacon Robert and Averia Johnson
803.419.6721
17
Deacon Wesley and Joyce Rodgers
18
Barbara Plummer
803.783.4120
803.740.3845
19
Kenneth and Diane Walker
803.783.5376
20
Deacon Terrance and Violet Staley
803.788.1469
21
James and Pam Powell
803.788.9319
22
Elder Mendel and Gwen Rivers
803.419.8952
23
Gerald and Carolyn Webber
803.353.0182
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Joanne Meens
Al Scott
803.348.1909
803.776.2088
25
William and Andreala Riley
803.808.6094
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Care
Group
26
Leader(s)
Contact Information
Deacon Marlon and Nashunda Walters
803.788.4711
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Dave and Shirley Adams
803.462.6129
28
Deacon James and Carolyn Lyles
803.957.3894
29
Elder George and Minister Cheryl Strawder
803.732.9199
30
John and Ernestine Brunson
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Deacon William and Joan Clyburn
803.749.2386
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Billy and Inger Graham
803.750.5997
Care
Group
33
Leader(s)
Contact Information
Levi and Glynnie Stoudemire
803.783.3920
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Lee and Patsy Fluker
803.419.7817
New Members Ministry
The New Member's Ministry ensures that all candidates for membership are welcomed, are
provided detailed information about Bible Way, and are nurtured during their first year of
membership.
Contact: Bobbie Wharton
Phone: 803.647.5163
Planning Ministry
The Planning Committee assists the pastor with developing plans of action for church-wide
services, programs and events and provides coordinated assistance to the Special Events and
Special Services Ministries. Monitor progress toward achieving church goals and vision.
Contact: Deacon Calvin Jackson
Phone: 803.647.5181
Contact: Elder Sallie Cuff
Phone: 803.647.5155
6.5
Outreach Ministries
Because We Care
The Because We Care Project provides assistance to those in need in our church and local
community. The hours of operation are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am 1:00pm.
Contact: Andrena Rowson
Phone: 803.647.5159
Foreign Missions Ministry
The Foreign Missions Ministry increases awareness of the needs of Foreign Mission among
members of the congregation by providing education, training, activities, trips which will
encourage members to pray and work in the foreign vineyard.
Contact: Carolyn Thompson
Phone: 803.776.1238, x 3077
The Genesis Project
The Genesis Project provides information for the members that will empower them to become
better stewards of the earth’s resources; to educate members about the biblical principles of
protecting the environment and using natural resources wisely; and to increase the awareness
of the importance of reducing, recycling and reusing
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Contact: Tameria Warren
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3087
Midlands Community Development Corporation
The MCDC is a non-profit organization that provides services and programs that empower
individuals, build healthy families and vibrant communities. This organization opens doors by
providing services and resources that change lives in The Midlands.
Contact: William Loyd, Jr., Executive Director
Phone: 803.647.9111
Prison Outreach Ministry
The Prison Outreach Ministry visits and ministers to incarcerated individuals who are in need of
Bible teaching and spiritual counseling.
Contact: Pastor James Davis
Phone: 803.647.5175 or 647.5158
Social Work Ministry
The Social Work Ministry identifies programs and agencies in the community that provide
resources and support to those in need.
Contact: Charlette Brown
Phone: 803.695.6900
Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center
The Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center will provide a variety of support for women of all ages
throughout the Columbia area.
Contact: Velvet Ahrens
Phone: 803.776.6353
WOMEN AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
This ministry aims to increase the awareness of domestic violence by offering workshops,
support groups, educational material in English and Spanish as well as offering training to local
clergy.
TEEN PREGNANCY
This ministry aims to show pregnant and teenage mothers that their lives are not over because
of their situation by embracing, supporting, guiding, and educating young ladies facing
unplanned pregnancies.
GIRLS ACADEMY
This ministry assists girls between the ages of 6-18 with tutoring, etiquette, and summer camp
programs.
BEAUTY FOR ASHES
This ministry provides a safe, private, non-judgemental atmosphere for women struggling with
the emotional impact of abortion.
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6.6
Support Ministries
The Book Club
Divorce Support Club
Grief Support Group
The Grief Support Group provides comfort and consolation to bereaved families of our
congregation through assistance with planning the Funeral Service and Repast, visitation and
telephone calls. Referrals of requests for Legal and Estate concerns will be made as necessary.
Contact: Sallie Cuff
Phone: 803.647.5155
Making Peace With Your Past
Making Peace with Your Past provides an intimate, confidential, self-help support group to
those who need assistance in dealing with issues that have occurred from a painful past.
Participants will move beyond the hurts of the past to a life of joy, purpose and meaning.
Contact: Alisha Staples
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3051
Military Support Group
The purpose of the Military Support Group is to demonstrate and share the love of Christ with
our military community through our service, care, and support.
Contact: Violet Staley
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3089
Second Chance Support Group
The primary mission of Second Chance Ministry, an adoption, foster care ministry is to educate
the church and community on the system and process of adoption and foster care. The
ministry also serves as an advocate for adopted children, foster children, parents and caregivers to address topics and issues as they relate to the ministry. We also help to provide
guidance to individuals or couples who need assistance in the process of adoption and foster
care.
Contact: Deacon Melvin and Angela Parker
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3092
Single Parent Support Group
The Single Parent’s Network (SPN) empowers individuals to become complete in all aspects of
their lives; spiritually, socially, educationally, and financially. The Single Parents Network
provides support and activities to encourage and strengthen single parents.
Contact: Jennifer Abney
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3065
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Total Recovery Support Group
The Total Recovery Ministry provides support and encouragement to break the stronghold of
addiction.
Contact: Deacon William Hayes
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3071
We Care HIV/AIDS Ministry
The purpose of the We Care HIV/AIDS ministry of the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road, is to raise
HIV/AIDS awareness among African Americans in the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road and the
community at large by increasing knowledge and awareness of HIV and its transmission, to
increase HIV prevention efforts while reducing the stigma related to HIV/AIDS and lastly, to
promote community health services to include HIV testing services.
Contact: Deacon Elimuel Porterfield
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3091
6.7
Support Services
Health Professionals
The Health Professionals ministry seeks to enhance the lives of Bible Way members through
various health education programs designed to enable members to make healthy lifestyle
choices. We also provide nursing care during Sunday morning services and at various
church activities.
Contact: Lenora Bell
Phone: 803.776.1238, x 3046
Hospitality
The Hospitality Ministry greets, welcomes, and corresponds with first time visitors. This ministry
is open to women and men.
Contact: Elaine Funderburk
Phone: 803.776.1238, x 3048
Parking Lot
The Parking Lot Ministry directs the parking of vehicles on the church campus during services
and special events.
Contact: Deacon James Jackson
Phone: 803.776.1238, x 3072
Ushers
To ensure that members and visitors are comfortable and feel welcome upon entering the
church; to help promote worship in a courteous, friendly, professional and orderly manner.
Contacts: Mary Winstead and Mary Johnson
Phone: 803.776.1238, x 3075
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6.8
Worship Experience
Worship & Arts
Worship & Arts is a ministry of praise through music, drama, and dance for the glorification of
God and the edification of His people.
Contact: Elder William “Bill” Loyd, Jr., Director
Phone: 803.647.9111
1st Sunday Bishop’s Choir
2nd Sunday Manifested Praise Choir
3rd Sunday Sanctuary Choir
4th Sunday Chosen Generation Choir
ACJ’s Ensemble (ages 6-10)
Youth Choir (ages 11-17)
DIVINE PRAISE
A division of Worship& Arts, the praise dance team, Divine Praise, ministers to congregants
through dance.
DRAMATIC ARTS MINISTRY
Through dramatic presentations, the Drama and Mime Ministry, communicates the message of
the gospel and teaches spiritual truths.
PRAISE AND WORSHIP TEAM
The Praise & Worship Team, a component of Worship & Arts, renders musical selections during
church services to induce an atmosphere of worship.
SIGN LANGUAGE MINISTRY
The Sign Language Ministry, a component of Worship & Arts, provides visual representation of
spoken words for individuals who are hearing impaired.
6.9
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT MINISTRIES
The Office of Youth Development strives to effect real change in the lives of children and youth
6 months old to 19 years of age by providing opportunities for participation in education,
training, and activities which will empower them to live continually victorious Christian lives.
Contact: Elder Simeon Moultrie
Phone: 803.726.0575
Boy Scouts
The Boy Scouts of America, under the Office of Youth Development, provide activities designed
to build self-confidence, teach life skills, develop leadership potential, and provide
opportunities for community service.
Contact: Minister William Riley
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3021
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Children’s Ministry
The Children's Ministry, a component of the Office of Youth Development, provides Bible
teaching and trains children ages 3-11 in church ministries, protocol, and etiquette.
Contacts: Minster Terrence and Lynda Rickenbacker
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3028
Generation Now (Boys)
Generation Now, a division of the Office of Youth Development, is a ministry that develops
young men ages 9-19 to reflect the teachings and love of Jesus Christ.
Contact: Theron Jamison
Phone: 803.726.0575
Girl Scouts
The Girl Scouts, under the Office of Youth Development, provide activities designed to build
self confidence, teach life skills, develop leadership potential, and provide opportunities for
community service.
Contact: Karen Starr-Johnson
Phone: 803.776.1238, x 3043
Nurturing Ministry
The Nurturing Ministry, under the Office of Youth Development, provides child care services for
children ages 6 months - 2 years during church services.
Contact: Lynda Rickenbacker
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3026
Visionaries (Girls)
The Visionaries Ministry, a part of the Office of Youth Development, seeks to help young
women ages 9-19 appreciate their unique personalities by encouraging them to establish a
strong foundation for growth through the love of God's Word.
Contact: Olivia McElveen
Phone: 803.665.41320
W.I.R.E.D. Youth Ministry
The W.I.R.E.D. Youth Ministry is designed to empower youth ages 13-18 by providing
opportunities for participation in education, training, and activities which encourage youth to
continually live victorious lives.
Contact: Elder Simeon Moultrie
Phone: 803.726.0575
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6.10 Staff Functions
A.C. Jackson Wellness Center
The Wellness Center provides leisure time activities in a Christian environment to the Bible Way
Church family and the local community.
Contact: Annie Wilson
Phone: 803.776.2936
Baptism Committee
The Baptism Committee is responsible for preparing candidates for the service and assisting
clergy during the actual ceremony.
Contact: Pastor Alvah Lawson and Wanda Jackson
Phone: 803.647.5158
Hospital Visitation
Security
This team is responsible for the security of all facilities at the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road.
Contact: Deacon Terrance Staley
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3061
Transportation Ministry
The Transportation Ministry transports college students and other community residents to and
from church services.
Contact: Deacon James Jackson
Phone: 803.776.1238, x3072
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7.0
How to Reach Us
2440 Atlas Road
Post Office Box 90309 (29290)
Columbia, SC 29209
803.647.1238 Phone • 803.776.8839 Fax
www.bwcar.org
Pastor Darrell Jackson, Sr.
647.5151
647.5153
Associate Pastor Harold Cuff
Associate Pastor James Davis
Associate Pastor Frank English, III
Associate Pastor Curtis Hamilton
Associate Pastor Randall “Mack” Jackson
Associate Pastor Alvah Lawson
Associate Pastor Darren Martin
647.5167
647.5175
647.5168
647.5158
647.5154
647.5164
695.6900
A.C. Jackson Wellness Center
Bible Way Social Action Ministry (BSAM)
Business Office
Church Operations
Communications Center
Facilities
Human Resources
Member Relations
New Members Office
Office of Volunteer Services
Office of Youth Development
Security
Special Services (weddings, funerals, concerts, etc.)
776.2936
647.5165
647.5170
647.5181
647.9148
776.1238
647.5162
647.5176
647.5163
726.0572
695.4194
776.1238
647.5155
Midlands Community Development Corporation
2430 Atlas Road
Columbia, SC 29209
803.647.9111 Phone • 803.647.9182 Fax
www.midlandscdc.org
Dream Center Cafeteria
Executive Director
Senior Citizens Program
Total Recovery Network
Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center
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647.9111
695.2648
647.0863
647.0535
695.6900
776.6353
8.0
Campus Map
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2440 Atlas Road • Columbia, SC 29209
803.776.1238 • 888.776-1238
bwcar.org
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