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Bible Way Ministries

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

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

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


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

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


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

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

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

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

Deacons' Wives Ministry


The Deacons' spouses support the Deacons Ministry.

Patricia Jackson
803.776.1238
Voicemail: 3037

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

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

Floral Committee


The Floral Committee acknowledges an illness or death in a member's family with floral arrangements.

Wanda Jackson
803.776.1238

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

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

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

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

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

Hospital/Visitation Ministry


The Hospital/Visitation Ministry visits members who are hospitalized, ill, or homebound.

Pastor Alvah Lawson
803.647.5164

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Praise & Worship Team

The Praise & Worship Team, a component of Worship & Arts, renders musical selections during church services to induce an atmosphere of worship.

Minister William "Bill" Loyd
803.647.0863

Prayer & Deliverance


The Prayer & Deliverance Ministry is a group of Bible Way members and friends who commit time for prayer and intercession.

Pastor Alvah Lawson
803.647.5164

Pastor James Davis
803.647.5175

Elder Willie Mae Jackson
803. 647.5153

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

Scholarship Ministry

A division of the Office of Youth Development, the Scholarship Ministry provides financial assistance to high school students pursuing post-secondary education and assists students and parents with identifying other sources of financial aid.

Click here for scholarship guidelines and an application.

Elder Simeon Moultrie
803.726.0575

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

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

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

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

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

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

Total Recovery Ministry

The Total Recovery Ministry provides support and encouragement to break the stronghold of addiction.

Pastor Alvah Lawson
803.647.5164

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

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

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

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

Women's Ministry

The Women's Ministry trains women to lead spirit-filled lives and become ambassadors for Christ.

Elder Willie Mae Jackson, President
803.647.5153

Mother Jannie R. Jackson, Advisor

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

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

Men's Ministry

 

Minister Terry Thomas, President
803.665.0284


Deacon William Clyburn , Vice President


Vision Statement
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.” 

Purpose
The Men’s Ministry wants to create an environment in which 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.

Men's Sunday School
9:45am in the C.R. Neal Dream Center

Men’s Sunday school class is designed to help men focus on discipleship and basic biblical principles of godly living.

Bible Study for MEN ONLY
Thursdays at 7:00pm in the C.R. Neal Dream Center

Men’s Bible Study is designed for men to study “real” topics that men face in their daily walk with Christ.  This study focuses on helping men discover, develop, and deploy their spiritual power, by living a consistently, holy lifestyle. 

Saturday Morning Prayer
7:00am in the Memorial Chapel

Men’s Intercessory prayer is a sensitive and responsive hour of prayer and intercession for others.  Men join together every Saturday at 7:00am in the Memorial chapel to pray for family, church, friends and their issues.

Annual Awards Ceremony
Each year, the Men’s Ministry comes together in a banquet-style environment to fellowship, appreciate, and acknowledge men doing great works in the church and community. In 2005, the Men’s Ministry hosted a Pioneer Awards Ceremony honoring local heroes in the community, who pioneered career paths for African Americans in Columbia, South Carolina. Honorees included Luther Barnes and Sunset Jubilaires, Kay Patterson, Jim Felder, I.S. Leevy Johnson, Julius Murray and George Wilson.

Men's Citywide Prayer Breakfast
Starting the year off with prayer is tantamount to the Men’s Ministry at the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road. Each January, a Men’s Prayer Breakfast is hosted to bring together all the men of the church and community in fellowship. Speakers from the church and the community give an inspirational message. Speakers for the Citywide Prayer Breakfast include Juan Bolton from The State newspaper, Columbia City Manager Charles Austin, Senior Pastor Darrell Jackson , Sr., and others.

Men's Ministry Special Event Staff

  • Deacon Jim Brantley
  • Brother Chris Foster
  • Brother Howard Metcalf
  • Brother Dennis Smith
  • Deacon Porterfield
  • Brother Dave Adams

Marketing Staff

  • Brother Richard Minor

New Members Staff

  • Brother Johnny Thomas
  • Brother Derrick Yates
  • Brother William Perry

Budget Committee

  • Deacon William Clyburn

Secretary

  • Brother Theo Washington





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