Church news: Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2026

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Church Women United World Community Day in 2026 is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 7, starting at 10 a.m. at Mechanicsville United Methodist Church in Sumter, 184 Lake Ashwood Road.

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.

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

- Sunday, Nov. 8, 134th Church Anniversary at 3 p.m. Proclaimer of The Word The Honorable Rev. Dr. Carl L. Anderson, U.S. Senator and presiding elder, Lancaster District, will speak. Music will be provided by the LaGree Adult Choir, Lancaster District Choir and visiting choirs.

- Tuesday, Nov. 10, Bible Study via conference call at 7 p.m. Call (803) 470-1277.

- 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.

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.

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