Church news: Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026

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Providence Baptist Church, 2445 Old Manning Road, announces:

- Through Wednesday, Oct. 21, we will kick off our Revival at 6:30 p.m. with guest speaker Graham Bochman.

- Wednesday, Oct. 21, we will close out the Revival with Pastor Hal Thompson from Pine Grove Baptist Church in Sumter beginning at 6:30 p.m. Musical guests will be Keith Wilson and pianist Zachary Clark, Curt Ackerman and Allison Barwick of Pine Grove Church. The choir from Providence Baptist, featuring Christeen Hodge and Renee Branham, will also perform. The focus for the revival is The Full Armor of God.

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

- Winter Wonderland on Saturday, Dec. 12, at 4 until 7 p.m. This is a free community event. Santa will be on site along with free food, games, prizes and giveaways.

One Step Christian Ministries, 125 S. Nettles St., Bishopville, announces its Fall Revival: A Fresh Season, A Deeper Walk, A Brighter Tomorrow on Wednesday, Oct. 21, at 6:30 p.m. each night. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Linda Kennedy, pastor of Kingdom Impact in Sumter. All are welcome. The church invites you, your family and your friends to join the congregation for two nights of worship, encouragement and spiritual refreshing.

Tiverton Baptist Church, 2420 Old Hwy. 261, Wedgefield, announces:

- The church will be celebrating the 16th Pastoral Anniversary of Pastor and First Lady Elijah and Letitia Geter on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, at 3 p.m. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Troy Cato, pastor of Mt. Zion UM Church, Sumter.

Hearts United will not be meeting during October, November and December.