Bible Way Ministries
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2 Becoming One
2 Becoming One is an 8-week course for married, engaged, and couples considering marriage. This small group study is designed to reflect the guidance offered in the Bible concerning marriage and relationships for living the Christian life. The purpose of the small group study is to help Christian couples apply the faith principles from scripture to their marriages, to have more intimate relationships with Christ, and to be able to serve Him more effectively.
Pastor Alvah Lawson
803.647.5164
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Bible Way Social Action
The Bible Way Social Action Ministry (BSAM) is a non-profit organization which provides assistance to those in need in our local community.
The hours of operation are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am - 1:00pm.
Vernetta Mills
803.647.5165
Andrena Rowson
803.647.5158
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Boy Scouts of America
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.
William Riley
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3021
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Care Group Ministry
Care Groups promote fellowship among 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.
Gwendolyn Taylor
803.647.5176
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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.
Terrance and Linda Rickenbacker
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3028
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Christian Education
The Christian Education Ministry provides classes for scriptural teachings, instructions and Sunday morning Bible Study for various groups serving all ages.
Elder George Whitehead, Superintendent
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3069
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Clergy Spouses Network
The spouses of Bible Way elders and ministers provide support, outreach, visitation, and minister in various capacities.
Elder Lisa Jackson
803.647.5160
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.
Pastor Alvah Lawson and Patricia Lawson
803.647.4164
Deacon Jimmie Taylor, Deacon Jimmie and Gwen Taylor
803.647.5176
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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.
Pastor Curtis Hamilton
803.776.1238, ext 3035
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Deacon's Ministry
Bible Way's Deacons Ministry consists of men who have been chosen by the pastor to assist with church services, facilities, and outreach to members and the local community.
Deacon Calvin Jackson
803.647.5166
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Deacons' Wives Ministry
The Deacons' spouses support the Deacons Ministry.
Patricia Jackson
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3037
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Divine Praise (Dance)
A division of Worship & Arts, the praise dance team, Divine Praise, ministers to congregants through dance.
Praise Dance Leader
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3058
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Dramatic Arts Ministry
Through dramatic presentations, the Drama Ministry, part of Worship & Arts, communicates the message of the gospel and teaches spiritual truths.
Elder Sallie Cuff
803.647.5155
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Floral Committee
The Floral Committee acknowledges an illness or death in a member's family with floral arrangements.
Wanda Jackson
803.776.1238
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Formerly Married Persons
The Formerly Married Persons Network provides activities and support to members who are widows, widowers, or divorcees.
Mother Betty King
Mother Betty Epps
Mother Francena Walters
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3042
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Generation NOW
A division of the Office of Youth Development, Generation NOW serves adolescent males ages 9-13 and pre-adult males ages 14-19. Young male participants develop and learn how to become Godly young men.
Boys and young men are guided toward spiritual growth. Elder men mentor them in Christian principles and in wholesome activities.
Elder Simeon Moultrie
803.726.0575
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Genesis Project
The purpose of the Genesis Project is to provide 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.
And the Lord God took the man and put him in the
Garden of Eden to tend and guard and keep it.
Genesis 2:15 (Amplified)
Tameria Warren
803.776.1238, 3087
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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.
Karen Starr-Johnson
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3043
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Health Professionals
Bible Way Health Professionals seek to educate and promote healthy lifestyles through health fairs, health care screenings, instructional videos, and other educational materials.
Lenora Bell
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3046
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Hospital/Visitation Ministry
The Hospital/Visitation Ministry visits members who are hospitalized, ill, or homebound.
Pastor Alvah Lawson
803.647.5164
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Hospitality Ministry
The Hospitality Ministry greets, welcomes, and corresponds with first time visitors. This ministry is open to women and men.
Elaine Funderburk
803.776.1238,
Voicemail: 3048
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Juvenile Intervention
Juvenile Intervention provides a variety of activities designed to rehabilitate youth and encourage them to avoid a life of crime.
Deacon James Simmons
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3050
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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.
Alisha Staples
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3051
Media Ministry
The Media Ministry is responsible for the overall worship experience as far as viewing, sound, cameras and lighting.
Nicole Holland
803.647.9274
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Men's Ministry
The Men's Ministry's 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.
Elder Terry Thomas
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3053
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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.
Bobbie Wharton
803.647.5163
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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.
Lynda Rickenbacker
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3026
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Office of Youth Development
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.
Elder Simeon Moultrie, Youth Minister
803.726.0575
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Parking Lot Ministry
The Parking Lot Ministry directs the parking of vehicles on the church campus during services and special events.
Deacon James Jackson
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3072
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Prison Outreach Ministry
The Prison Outreach Ministry visits and ministers to incarcerated individuals who are in need of Bible teaching and spiritual counseling.
Pastor James Davis
803.776.5175
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Senior Citizens Ministry
The Senior Citizens Ministry provides a wholesome environment where adults ages 55 and older join together for leisure activities, Bible Study, and travel.
Yonita Simmons
803.647.9111
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Shepherd's Ministry
The Shepherd's Ministry assists the pastor in preparing for travel and speaking engagements, and assists with hospitality activities for visiting ministers.
Annie Wilson
803.776.2936
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Sign Language Ministry
The Sign Language Ministry, a component of Worship & Arts, provides visual representation of spoken words for individuals who are hearing impaired.
Loretta Lewis
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3066
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Single Parents Network
The Single Parents Network provides support and activities to encourage and strengthen single parents.
Minister Jennifer Abney
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3065
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Social Work Ministry
The Social Work Ministry identifies programs and agencies in the community that provide resources and support to those in need.
Charlette Brown
803.647.9111
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The Good Life (Singles)
The Singles Ministry provides activities and support that foster victorious living and spiritual growth among singles.
Minister Lisa Burris
803.315.7518
Voicemail: 3064
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Transportation Ministry
The Transportation Ministry is responsible for transporting college students and other community residents to church services.
Deacon James Jackson
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3072
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Unsaved Mates and Friends
The Unsaved Mates & Friends, a division of the Women's Ministry, seeks to strengthen members with unsaved mates or friends and to help lead the unsaved to Christ.
Gloria Kinley
Shirley Lighty
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3074
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Usher's Ministry
Bible Way Ushers greet members and visitors upon arrival at church and assist in the order of services.
Mary Winstead
Mary Johnson
803.776.1238
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Visionaries Ministry
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.
Olivia McElveen
803.665.4132 |
Wellness Center
The A.C. Jackson Wellness Center provides physical health and wellness activities in a Christian environment to the Bible Way Church family and the local community.
Annie Wilson
803.776.2936 |
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.
Elder Simeon Moultrie
803.726.0575
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Worship & Arts Ministry
Worship & Arts is a ministry of praise through music, drama, and dance for the glorification of God and the edification of His people.
Elder Sallie Cuff, Director
803.647.5155
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Young Adult Ministry
The Young Adults Ministry (YAM) ministers to young adults and college-age students through mentoring, social activities, etc.
Tony "Gee" Green
Young Adult Ministry 803.530.5850
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Our Mission
The Mission of Bible Way Church of Atlas Road is to know God, to love and to serve.
| To know God... |
To love... |
To serve... |
| • Spiritually |
• God |
• God |
| • Personally |
• Others |
•Humanity |
| • Collectively |
• Ourselves |
• Community |
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.
Our Faith
We believe in the triune God, maker of all creation, who is the all-knowing, all powerful, ever-present 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.
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.
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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