Church news: Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026

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First Baptist Missionary Church, 219 S. Washington St., Sumter, will have a Food Pantry Giveaway on Friday, Nov. 13, at 1 p.m. while supplies last.

- 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.

LaGree African Methodist Episcopal Church, 2920 Kolb Road, Sumter, announces November events:

- Wednesday, Nov. 11, the Culinary Ministry prepares dinner for the homeless.

- Sunday, Nov. 15, 3rd Sunday worship, Church School at 9:30 a.m. Worship Experience is at 10:15 a.m. with music provided by LaGree Mass Choir.

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

Moms of Sumter Addicts (MOSA) Prayer Group meets the second Thursday of each month from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Birnie Hope Center, 210 S. Purdy St., Sumter. This is not a step program or a self-help group but is a group of mothers of addicts spending time in prayer and working to understand and encourage the building of a personal support network. MOSA does not judge, criticize, give advice or discuss other members' situations. For information on the group, contact MOSA.prayer@gmail.com.