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Welcome from Pastor Darrell and Mrs. Willie Mae Jackson
Welcome to Bible Way.
We are honored that you have chosen the Bible Way Church of Atlas
Road as your church. The decision you have made today is the first step
in becoming a member. Next, you need to attend one New Member’s
Orientation Session. Orientations are scheduled for the convenience of
our new members. A complete schedule of all orientations is listed in
this Handbook.
We are a close-knit family of believers, and we are growing by God’s grace! Because of the talents and
support of our members, we are able to offer many wonderful ministries to assist you and your family in
your spiritual and personal growth. Information on each ministry is available for review on our website,
www.bwcar.org. Please take a moment to visit it and see all the programs and activities that are available
to you and watch the weekly bulletin for upcoming announcements.
If there is anything we can do to assist you as you explore all that Bible Way has to offer, please contact
Sister Bobbie Wharton, our New Member’s Director, at 803.647.5163 or through email at
Mrs. Jackson and I look forward to worshiping with you as we grow together in the grace of God.
Sincerely,
Darrell Jackson, Sr.
Mrs. Willie Mae Jackson
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Table of Contents
1.0 FROM HUMBLE BEGINNINGS .................................................................................................................... 1 2.0 DOCTRINAL STATEMENT OF BELIEF ..................................................................................................... 3
Our Mission ....................................................................................................................................................3 Our Purpose ....................................................................................................................................................3 Our Faith .........................................................................................................................................................4 Our Worship ...................................................................................................................................................4
3.0 BIBLE WAY QUICK FACTS .......................................................................................................................... 5 4.0 MEET THE PASTORS AT BIBLE WAY ...................................................................................................... 6
Pastor Darrell Jackson, Sr. ..............................................................................................................................6 Assistant Pastor Randall “Mack” Jackson ......................................................................................................6 Associate Pastor Raul Bradley ........................................................................................................................7 Associate Pastor Harold Cuff..........................................................................................................................7 Associate Pastor Willie Mae Jackson .............................................................................................................7 Associate Pastor Alvah Lawson ......................................................................................................................8
5.0 REGULARLY SCHEDULED SERVICES AND EVENTS AT BIBLE WAY ............................................ 9 Regularly Scheduled Services .........................................................................................................................9 Sunday School Class Options and Locations ................................................................................................ 10 New Member Orientation Dates ................................................................................................................... 11 Baptism Orientation Class ............................................................................................................................ 11 Annual Events and Celebrations ................................................................................................................... 12
6.0 MINISTRIES ................................................................................................................................................... 13 6.1 ADULT MINISTRIES ............................................................................................................................... 13 Couples' Ministry ...................................................................................................................................... 13 Men’s Ministry ......................................................................................................................................... 13 Singles' Ministry ....................................................................................................................................... 13 Women’s Ministry .................................................................................................................................... 13 Young Adult Ministry............................................................................................................................... 14 6.2 APPOINTED MINISTRIES ....................................................................................................................... 15 Deacons and Deacons’ Wives ................................................................................................................... 15
Ministers in Training ................................................................................................................................ 15 Shepherds’ Ministry.................................................................................................................................. 15
6.3 CHILD DEVELOPMENT MINISTRIES .................................................................................................. 15 Boy Scouts ............................................................................................................................................... 15 Children’s Ministry .................................................................................................................................. 15 Girl Scouts ............................................................................................................................................... 15 Nurturing Ministry ................................................................................................................................... 15 6.4 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION ........................................................................................................................ 16 Personal Development Institute (PDI) ...................................................................................................... 16 Sunday School Ministry ........................................................................................................................... 16 6.5 MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT MINISTRIES ..................................................................................... 16 Care Groups' Ministry .............................................................................................................................. 16 New Members' Ministry ........................................................................................................................... 18 Planning Ministry ..................................................................................................................................... 18 6.6 OUTREACH MINISTRIES .......................................................................................................................... 18 The Genesis Project .................................................................................................................................. 18
Prison Outreach Ministry .......................................................................................................................... 18 Social Work Ministry ............................................................................................................................... 18 6.7 SUPPORT MINISTRIES .............................................................................................................................. 18
Grief Support Group ................................................................................................................................. 18 Making Peace With Your Past .................................................................................................................. 19 Military Support Ministry ......................................................................................................................... 19 Total Recovery Support Group ................................................................................................................. 19 6.8 SUPPORT SERVICES ................................................................................................................................. 19
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Health Professionals' Ministry ................................................................................................................. 19 Hospitality Ministry ................................................................................................................................. 19 Parking Lot Ministry ................................................................................................................................ 19 Ushers' Ministry ....................................................................................................................................... 20 6.9 WORSHIP EXPERIENCE ........................................................................................................................... 20 Worship & Arts Ministry ......................................................................................................................... 20 6.10 YOUTH DEVELOPMENT MINISTRIES ................................................................................................ 20 Generation NOW (Boys) .......................................................................................................................... 20 Scholarship Ministry ................................................................................................................................ 21 Visionaries (Girls) ................................................................................................................................... 21 W.I.R.E.D. Youth Ministry ...................................................................................................................... 21 6.11 STAFF FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................................................... 21 A.C. Jackson Wellness Center ................................................................................................................. 21 Baptism Committee ................................................................................................................................. 21 Because We Care Ministry ...................................................................................................................... 21 Hospital Visitation ................................................................................................................................... 22 Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center ......................................................................................................... 22
Midlands Community Development Corporation ....................................................................................22
Security ................................................................................................................................................................. 22 Transportation Ministry ........................................................................................................................... 22
7.0 HOW TO REACH US ..................................................................................................................................... 23 7.1 MY CONNECTION .................................................................................................................................. 24
8.0 CAMPUS MAP ................................................................................................................................................ 25
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1.0 From Humble Beginnings
The Bible Way Church of Atlas Road was originally established as the Bible Way Church of Arthurtown,
with a membership consisting of 13 adults and their children. Services were held in a small church
building affectionately known as "The Little Red Church."
On January 22, 1966, the "Little Red Church" was completely destroyed by fire. Though devastated, the
faith of this congregation never wavered, and they prayed for a new location. Doors were opened making it
possible for them to hold Sunday morning services in the auditorium of the Atlas Road Elementary School
(now the C.R. Neal Dream Center). The church members purchased
property directly across the street from the elementary school in
March 1967.
On October 8, 1967, they marched into their first new sanctuary. On
November 5, 1967, the church was dedicated, consecrated and
thereafter called the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road. From these
humble beginnings grew a ministry which reaches thousands of
people weekly.
The Legacy Began…
Bishop Jackson envisioned the church as a force for good that extended past the Sunday worship hour.
Under his leadership, the church established programs to minister to young
people, senior citizens, those in poverty, and those who simply needed a
helping hand. Through his sermons Bishop Jackson applied biblical lessons
to everyday life. In the early 1970’s, Bible Way Church of Atlas Road was
one of the first churches to broadcast its services on local radio.
Upon his death in September 2006, Bishop Jackson was remembered as one
who “was always working, always leading, having a vision for the
community, having a heart for the people”.
The Legacy Continues…
Darrell Jackson, Sr. served as co-pastor under Bishop Jackson for
several years, and upon Bishop’s retirement in 1996, he assumed the
role as senior pastor of the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road. Since
that time, God has continued to manifest Himself in a most anointed
way, touching thousands of lives weekly.
Membership at Bible Way is more than 14,700. Every week, Bible
Way reaches thousands of people through its worship services which
are broadcast throughout South Carolina on WFMV (95.3 FM) and
WWDM (101.3 FM) radio, and through streaming webcasts found at
www.bwcar.org. Bible Way has a social media presence on Facebook,
Twitter, and Instagram.
Bible Way provides new members and student classes. Outreach and community services are offered
through many of the church ministries as well as through the Midlands Community Development
Corporation, which the church established in 1998.
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In October 2006, Bible Way Church of Atlas Road purchased 100.48 acres in southeast Columbia. This
mixed use development project, Congaree Pointe, highlights a tremendous economic endeavor for faith
based institutions. It is solely a project between the church and private industry. While not the first project
of this nature, it is certainly one of the few and most comprehensive!
Also in 2006, Dr. John Vaughn, founder of the Church Growth Today at the Center for the Study of
Growing Churches, named Bible Way Church of Atlas Road as one of the 50 most influential churches in
the United States! Bible Way was recognized for its consistently high number of congregants and its
relationship with the community. This honor is a true testament to our commitment to continue striving to
win souls for Christ!
Bible Way Church of Atlas Road is proud of its tremendous spiritual and economic impact upon its
membership, upon communities throughout South Carolina and upon individual lives around the world.
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2.0 Doctrinal Statement of Belief
Our Mission
The mission of Bible Way Church of Atlas Road is simply to know God, to love and to serve.
To know God… • Spiritually
• Personally
• Collectively
To Love…
• God
• Others
• Ourselves
To Serve… • God
• Humanity
• Community
Bible Way Church of Atlas Road is a self-governing church which chooses to cooperate and
fellowship with the redeemed of the Lord regardless of denominational association. We are
committed to spreading the Gospel to all mankind. Bible Way Church of Atlas Road, through its
many ministries, seeks to reach the lost and then establish them in faith.
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.
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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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3.0 Bible Way Quick Facts
Bible Way Church of Atlas Road is a 125-acre campus on Atlas Road in Columbia, South Carolina. It is
governed by a 23-member Executive Board of Trustees.
Founded: October 1963 with 13 members and their children
Membership: 14,845 (February 2018)
One (1) assistant pastor
Four (4) associate pastors
17 appointed senior elders
45 ordained elders
37 licensed ministers
84 deacons
Over 30 active ministries
32 full-time employees / 21 part-time employees
Buildings:
Memorial Chapel (1967) - original edifice
2,318 square feet
Seating Capacity: 400
Sanctuary (1981) 23,664 square feet
Seating Capacity: 1,000
A.C. Jackson Wellness Center (1994) 13,000 square feet
Worship Center (2001) 40,217 square feet
Seating Capacity: 2,500
C.R. Neal Dream Center (2005) 40,000 square feet
Communications Center (2006) 1,602 square feet
Youth Development Center (2007) 1,800 square feet
Charter House (2009)
1,972 square feet
Deacon’s House (2010)
1,563 square feet
Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center (2010)
2,242 square feet
Midlands Senior Citizens Center (2013) 2,580 square feet
Ruth House (2014)
1,896 square feet
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4.0 Meet the Pastors at Bible Way
Pastor Darrell Jackson, Sr. Pastor Darrell Jackson, Sr. has served as the senior pastor of the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road since 1996. He is the oldest of five children born to Bishop Andrew C. Jackson and Jannie (Lumpkin) Jackson of Hopkins, South Carolina.
Pastor Jackson received his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from Benedict College, and his Master’s degree in Religious Studies from Columbia International University. He serves in the South Carolina Senate representing Richland County. He owns Sunrise
Communications, a public relations advertising, and consulting company, and he is co-owner of Sunrise Health Benefits. Pastor Jackson has authored “A World of Possibilities.” He serves as the chair of the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road’s Executive Board of Trustees. He and his wife, Willie Mae Jackson, have two sons, Darrell, Jr., and Antione Joseph (Kourtnee), and a granddaughter, Kembrielle Janae Jackson.
Assistant Pastor Randall “Mack” Jackson Pastor Randall “Mack” Jackson is the youngest son of the late Bishop Andrew C. Jackson and Mrs. Jannie R. Jackson. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Benedict College and his Master of Education degree from the University of South Carolina, with additional graduate studies at Columbia International University.
He began his career at Francis Marion University and then at Dekalb College in Atlanta, Georgia, where he served as the Assistant Dean of Students. He also served as the Dean of Student
Development Services at Allen University. He is a managing partner at Sunrise Communications, and serves on the Board of Commission at Midlands Technical College. He serves on many advisory boards throughout the Columbia area related to youth, religion, and health care. He is a member of the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road’s Executive Board of Trustees. Pastor Mack is married to Lisa Hudson Jackson.
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Associate Pastor Raul Bradley
Pastor Raul Bradley, the son of the late Mr. Frank and Mrs. Nell Bradley, is a native of Columbia, South Carolina. He attended public schools in the city and graduated from C.A. Johnson High School. Elder Bradley worked in the professional field of education, and retired after 34 years. During this time, he had a tremendous impact on many lives.
Elder Bradley and his wife, Gloria, are the proud parents of three children and nine grandchildren. They currently reside in Islandton, SC.
Associate Pastor Harold Cuff
Pastor Harold Cuff serves with the Adult Sunday School class and works closely with Pastor Darrell Jackson, Sr., in the area of church security. He oversees several ministries at Bible Way. He is a member of the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road’s Executive Board of Trustees.
He is a native of Rocky Mount, Virginia, and a graduate of Benedict College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal
Justice. He serves as a Magistrate Court Judge in Richland County, South Carolina. Pastor Cuff is married to Elder Sallie Loyd-Cuff. They have one daughter, Charlye Cuff.
Associate Pastor Willie Mae Jackson
Pastor Willie Mae Jackson, Bible Way Church of Atlas Road’s first lady, was born in Spartanburg, South Carolina to Alonzo and Virginia Rooks. After graduating from Spartanburg High School, she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Marketing with a minor in Business Administration from Benedict College. She has worked for the South Carolina National Bank, and for the South Carolina Secretary of State Office. In 2000, she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theology from Truth Bible College & Seminary.
In 2013, she was promoted as the first female associate pastor at the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road, where she serves as the
Women’s Ministry president, and a Sunday School teacher. Pastor Willie Mae is a member of the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road’s Executive Board of Trustees. She is the founder of the Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center, and the Ruth House. Also, she established The Woman’s Touch live internet broadcast and The Woman’s Touch magazine. She is the author of Three Steps to Prayer. Mrs. Jackson is married to Pastor Darrell Jackson, Sr. They have two sons, Darrell Jr. and Antione Joseph (Kourtney), and one granddaughter, Kimbrielle Janae Jackson.
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Associate Pastor Alvah Lawson
Pastor Lawson was born in Beaufort, South Carolina. He and his twin sister are the oldest of six children. In 1986, God called Pastor Lawson to teach and preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In 1997, he joined the staff at Bible Way Church as its Outreach Minister. He serves as the Adult Men’s Sunday School teacher. He and his wife, Pat, are the leaders of the eight-week discipleship course, “2Becoming1” for married and engaged couples.
Pastor Lawson retired in December 1992, as a Master Sergeant in
the United States Army where he served for 20 years. In 1995, he received an Associate of Arts degree in Accounting from Midlands Technical College. He later went on to obtain his Bachelor of Arts degree from Limestone College.
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5.0 Regularly Scheduled Services and Events at Bible Way All campus facilities are designated by the following abbreviations:
Regularly Scheduled Services
Facility Abbreviation Facility Abbreviation
Worship Center WC Memorial Chapel MC
Sanctuary S A.C. Jackson Wellness Center WELC
Fellowship Hall FH Youth Center YC
C.R. Neal Dream Center (All POD classrooms are located in
the Dream Center.) DC
Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center
JRJ
Event / Activity Day/Frequency Time Location
Worship Service Sunday 8:00am
11:00am Worship Center (WC)
Children’s Church Sunday 8:00am
11:00am Sanctuary (S)
C.R. Neal Dream Center (DC)
Second and Third Sunday Youth Service
Every second & third Sunday
11:00am Sanctuary (S)
Mid-Week Service (Bible Study)
Tuesday 7:00pm Worship Center (WC)
Sunday School Sunday 10:00am Various (See locations in 5.2)
Communion Every first Sunday 8:00am
11:00am Worship Center (WC)
Christenings Quarterly Following the 11am
Worship Service Sanctuary (S)
Noonday Prayer Monday-Friday 12:00pm – 1:00pm Memorial Chapel (MC)
Men’s Bible Study Thursday 7:00pm Memorial Chapel (MC)
Men’s Prayer Service Saturday 7:00am Memorial Chapel (MC)
Women’s Intercessory Prayer
Thursday 6:00pm Memorial Chapel (MC)
Women’s Bible Study Thursday 7:00pm Fellowship Hall (FH), Sanctuary (S),
and A. C. Jackson Boardroom
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Sunday School Class Options and Locations
Class Category Age Range Location
Kindergarten 4 – 5 C.R. Neal Dream Center
Beginners 6 – 7 C.R. Neal Dream Center
Primary 8 – 9 C.R. Neal Dream Center
Juniors 10 – 11 C.R. Neal Dream Center
Teen Males 12 – 14 C.R. Neal Dream Center
Teen Girls 12 – 14 C.R. Neal Dream Center
Teens 15 – 17 C.R. Neal Dream Center
New Members Basics of Christian Beliefs
Adults C.R. Neal Dream Center
After completion of New Members class, the following adult classes are available:
Couples’ Marriage Enrichment Class (Engaged and married couples only, please)
Adults Youth Center
Deacons (Deacons and Brothers-in-Training only please)
Adults Deacons’ House
Fellowship Adults Fellowship Hall
Kingdom Living Adults C.R. Neal Dream Center (About
Face Room on the right)
Living Word Series (Discipleship Class)
Adults Memorial Chapel
Men (Men only, please)
Adults C.R. Neal Dream Center
(Room 7)
Senior Adults Adults Sanctuary
Total Recovery (The Bridge) Addiction Related Topics
Adults C.R. Neal Dream Center (Mazalee Loyd Room)
Women (Women only, please)
Adults C.R. Neal Dream Center
Young Adults 18 – 35 Dream Center, Room 5
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New Member Orientation Dates for 2018
New Member Orientations are held the 2ndSunday of each month from 10:00am – 10:45am in the
Fellowship Hall Conference Room as well as Thursday of the same week at 6:30pm in the same
location. New Members are only required to attend one orientation to complete their process of
becoming a member. The initial gathering after the altar call is not a New Member Orientation.
Baptism Orientation Class Baptisms are performed on the first Sunday of every month at 10:00am in the Worship Center.
Candidates for baptism need only attend one orientation. Baptism Orientation Classes are held
every third Sunday at 10:00am in the Fellowship Hall Conference Room, and on the Wednesday
before each first Sunday, at 6:00pm in the Memorial Chapel.
For more information on Baptism Orientation, please call Wanda Jackson at 803.647.5158.
Annual Events and Celebrations
NOTE: Events are subject to change.
Event Month
Leadership Breakfast and Meeting Consecration Service
Wellness Month January
Black History Month Couples’ Social
February
Women’s Month March
Resurrection Sunday March/April
Pentecost Sunday April/May
Leadership Breakfast and Meeting April
Men’s Month June
Graduate Recognition Ceremony June
Leadership Breakfast and Meeting July
Children’s and Youth Month August
Young Adult Month September
Worship and Arts Month Leadership Breakfast and Meeting
October
Bible Way Church of Atlas Road Anniversary November
Thanksgiving Day Service November
Worship and Arts Christmas Program December
Christmas Eve Service December
Watch Night Service December
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6.0 Ministries
6.1 Adult Ministries
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.
Contacts: Dec. Felix and Rhonda Quinones
Phone: 803.509.2294
Email: [email protected]
2BECOMING1
2Becoming1provides a wholesome environment that allows married couples to fellowship, share
common bonds and interests, while striving to better understand God’s true purpose for marriage.
Contacts: Pastor Alvah & Pat Lawson
Phone: 803.647.5164
Men’s Ministry The Men’s Ministry creates 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 are encouraged to be responsible and to accept their role as leaders: in the church; in their
homes; in their community; on the job; as husbands; as fathers so that our families are able to look
to us for spiritual, emotional, and financial stability in the home.
Contact: Minister R. Jeffrey Scott
Phone: 803.757.831.5910
Email: [email protected]
Singles’ Ministry The Singles Ministry provides support and activities that foster victorious living and spiritual
growth among singles.
Contact: Minister Donna Joyner
Phone: 803.776.1238 x3064
Email: [email protected]
Women’s Ministry The purpose of the Women’s Ministry is to equip women to minister to others with the common
goal of doing the will of God. “Endeavoring to keep the unity of the spirit in the bond of peace”
Ephesians 4:3
Contact: Pastor Willie Mae Jackson
Phone: 803.647.5153
Advisor: Mother Jannie R. Jackson
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HEART-TO-HEART
Heart-to-Heart utilizes women who are spiritually mature in Christ to provide non-judgmental,
godly counsel to those new in Christ. Home visits, lunches, and recognition on Mother’s Day
highlight some of the activities of this ministry.
INTERCESSORY PRAYER
This ministry meets each Thursday evening at 6:00pm so that women can come together and bring
prayer requests before the Lord.
LEADERSHIP TRAINING
This ministry facilitates workshops for the development and training of female ministry leaders.
MOTHER BOARD
This ministry focuses on the “Church Mothers” of Bible Way Church of Atlas Road by conducting
hospital/home visitations, community service, and other supporting endeavors that fulfill God’s
will for His people.
PUBLICITY
This ministry assists the Women’s Ministry, Women’s Center, and the Office of the Pastor’s Wife
by providing promotional items, identifying funding opportunities and supporting the ministry as
needed.
SURVIVORS’ MINISTRY
The Survivor’s Ministry is a support system designed to help nurture emotional, psychological and
spiritual needs of women. This ministry will build courage, spiritual tenacity, and dispense
comfort into the lives of individuals and their loved ones.
THE WOMAN’S TOUCH LIVE BROADCAST
The Woman’s Touch is a live, internet talk show-style broadcast.
WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
This Bible Study class is designed exclusively for women, enabling them to effectively proclaim
the gospel of Jesus Christ throughout their lifetime.
WOMEN’S DAY
The Women’s Ministry hosts an annual Women’s Day worship service during the month of
March. All women are encouraged to participate in the celebratory event.
Young Adult Ministry The Young Adult Ministry helps support and fosters the social needs of young adults ranging in
age from 18-35, in an environment that cultivates unity.
Contacts: Minister Eric Cameron & Minister Sheila Jackson
Phone: 785.845.1235
Email: [email protected]
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6.2 Appointed Ministries
Deacons and Deacons’ Wives The Deacons assist with church services, facilities, and outreach to members and the local
community. NOTE: Deacons are appointed by the Senior Pastor.
The Deacons’ Wives support the activities of the Deacons’ Ministry.
Contact: Deacon Calvin Jackson
Co-leader: Deacon Marlon Walters
Phone: 803.647.5181
Contact: Patricia Jackson
Phone: 803.736.3111
Ministers in Training This training provides information to those in the ministry, which will enable them to become
more effective. NOTE: Ministers are appointed by the Senior Pastor.
Contact: Pastor Alvah Lawson
Phone: 803.647.5158
Shepherds’ Ministry The Shepherd’s Ministry assists the Pastor and First Lady with hospitality activities for visiting
ministers and preparing for travel and speaking engagements.
Contact: Carolyn Briggs
Assistant: Deacon Chris Haggray
Phone: 803.776.1238 x3063
6.3 Child Development Ministries
Children’s Ministry The Children's Ministry provides Bible teaching and trains children ages 3-11 in church ministries,
protocol, and etiquette.
Contacts: Elder Fredrico and Ericka Kirksey
Phone: 803.776.1238x3028
Girl Scouts The Girl Scouts provides activities designed to build self-confidence, teach life skills, develop
leadership potential, and provide opportunities for community service.
Contact: Gwendolyn Lawrence
Phone: 803.776.1238x 3043
Nurturing Ministry The Nurturing Ministry provides child care services for children ages six months - two years
during church services.
Phone: 803.776.1238
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6.4 Christian Education
Personal Development Institute (PDI)
Sunday School Ministry The Sunday School Ministry provides classes for scriptural teachings, instructions and Sunday
morning Bible study for various groups serving all ages.
Contact: Sr. Elder Calotta Porterfield
Co-leaders: Sr. Elder Amelia Williams and Eric Williams
Phone: 803.776.1238 x3065
6.5 Membership Development Ministries
Care Groups Ministry Care Groups promote fellowship with 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.
Contact: Gwendolyn Taylor
Phone: 803.647.5176
1 Deacon Everett and Deborah Knapper
Phone: 803.647.5168
Email: [email protected]
18 Elder Robert and Mary Wilson
Phone: 803.773.9419
Email: [email protected]
2 Deacon Walter, Sr. and Audrey Jones
Phone: 803.353.0731
Email: [email protected]
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Deacon Larry and Mother Annie Melton
Phone: 803.738.9403
Email: [email protected],
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Andrea & Sandra Corley
Phone: 803.788.1331
Email: [email protected]
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Andre and Sanquinetta Milton
Phone: 864.346.2877
Email: [email protected]
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Wanda Jackson
Phone: 803.239.8255
Email:[email protected]
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Deacon Wesley and Elder Joyce Rodgers
Phone: 803.783.4120
Email: [email protected]
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Edwin and Tonda Boatman
803.404.9832
Email: [email protected]
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Elder LaQuetia Gilliard
Phone: 803.403.3416
Email: [email protected]
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Deacon Jimmie and Gwen Taylor
Phone: 803.783.3644
Email: [email protected]
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Deacon Al Scott Joanne Meens
Phone: 803.776.2088 803.348.1909
Email: [email protected] [email protected]
8 Gene and Minister Catherine Hamilton
Phone: 803.642.6374
Email: [email protected]
25 Deacon David and Velvet Ahrens
Phone: 803.673.4484
Email: [email protected]
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Deacon William and Deborah Hayes
Phone: 803.647.0798
Email: [email protected]
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Pamela Rouse
Phone: 843.845.0357
Email: [email protected]
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Elder Robert and Mary Wilson
Phone: 803.773.9419
Email: [email protected]
27 Deacon Dave and Shirley Adams
Phone: 803.462.6129
Email: [email protected]
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28 Deacon James and Carolyn Lykes
Phone: 803.957.3894
Email: [email protected]
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Elder Orbry and Elder Patricia Van Ellis
Phone: 803.622.2976
Email: [email protected]
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Deacon Jimmie and Gwen Taylor
Phone: 803.783.3644
Email: [email protected]
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Deacon Earnest and Mother Marva
Diamond
Phone: 803.776.6436
Email: [email protected]
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James & Vernell Jones
Phone: 864.445.9357
Email: [email protected]
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Deacon Thomas and Yolanda Kennedy
Phone: 803.736.2027
Email: [email protected]
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Deacon Billy and Inger Graham
Phone: 803.790.7076
Email: [email protected]
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Elder Spencer Feaster
Phone: 803.779.0355
Email: [email protected]
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Andre and Sanquinetta Milton
Phone: 864.346.2877
Email: [email protected]
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Levi and Glynnie Stoudemire
Phone: 803.783.3920
Email: [email protected]
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Deacon Wesley and Elder Joyce Rodgers
Phone: 803.783.4120
Email: [email protected]
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Elder Spencer Feaster
Phone: 803.779.0355
Email: [email protected]
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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.
Contact: Bobbie Wharton
Phone: 803.647.5163
Email: [email protected]
Planning Ministry The Planning Committee assists the pastor with developing plans of action for church-wide
services, programs and events and provides coordinated assistance to the Special Events and
Special Services Ministries. Monitor progress toward achieving church goals and vision.
Contact: Deacon Calvin Jackson
Phone: 803.647.5181
6.6 Outreach Ministries
The Genesis Project The Genesis Project provides 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.
Contact: Tameria Warren
Phone: 803.776.1238 x3087
Prison Outreach Ministry The Prison Outreach Ministry visits and ministers to incarcerated individuals who are in need of
Bible teaching and spiritual counseling.
Contact: Sr. Elder Randolph Franklin
Phone: 803.427.0342
Social Work Ministry The Social Work Ministry identifies programs and agencies in the community that provide
resources and support to those in need.
Contact: Elder Charlette Brown
Phone: 803.201.2294
6.7 Support Ministries
Grief Support Group The Grief Support Group provides comfort and consolation to bereaved families of our
congregation through assistance with planning the funeral service and repast, visitation and
telephone calls. Referrals of requests for legal and estate concerns will be made as necessary. This
ministry also provides support to those who are grieving due to divorce.
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Contact: Senior Elder Sallie Cuff
Phone: 803.351.1336
Email: [email protected]
Making Peace With Your Past Making Peace with Your Past provides an intimate, confidential, self-help support group to those
that 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.
Contact: Minister Alisha Staples
Phone: 803.776.1238 x3051
Military Support Group The purpose of the Military Support Group is to demonstrate and share the love of Christ with our
military community through our service, care, and support.
Contacts: Deacon Larry and Mother Annie Melton
Phone: 803.699.5294 | 803.206.3011
Email: [email protected]
Total Recovery Support Group The Total Recovery Support Group provides support and encouragement to break the stronghold
of addiction.
Contact: Deacon William Hayes
Phone: 803.776.1238 x3071
6.8 Support Services
Health Professionals Ministry The Health Professionals Ministry seeks to enhance the lives of Bible Way members through
various health education programs designed to enable members to make healthy lifestyle choices.
We also provide nursing care during Sunday morning services and at various church activities.
Contact: Lenora Bell
Phone: 803.776.1238 x 3046
Hospitality Ministry The Hospitality Ministry greets, welcomes, and corresponds with first time visitors. This ministry
is open to women and men.
Contact: NeShunda Walters
Phone: 803.776.1238 x 3048
Parking Lot Ministry The Parking Lot Ministry directs the parking of vehicles on the church campus during services and
special events.
Contact: Deacon James Jackson
Phone: 803.776.1238 x 3072
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Ushers’ Ministry The Ushers’ Ministry ensures that members and visitors are comfortable and feel welcome upon
entering the church and help promote worship in a courteous, friendly, professional and orderly
manner.
Contacts: Sheila Grant & Anthony Mack
Phone: 803.776.1238 x 3075 | 803.466.2802
Email: [email protected]
6.9 Worship Experience
Worship & Arts Ministry Worship & Arts is a ministry of praise using music, drama, and dance for the glorification of God
and the edification of His people.
Contact: Minister Frances Williams
Phone: 803.647.5184
Email: [email protected]
1st Sunday Bishop’s Choir
2nd Sunday Manifested Praise Choir
3rd Sunday Sanctuary Choir
4th Sunday Chosen Generation Choir
ACJ’s Ensemble (ages 6-10)
Youth Choir (ages 11-17)
DIVINE PRAISE
A division of Worship & Arts, the praise dance team, Divine Praise, ministers to congregants
through dance.
DRAMATIC ARTS MINISTRY
Through dramatic presentations, the Drama and Mime Ministry, communicates the message of the
gospel and teaches spiritual truths.
PRAISE & WORSHIP TEAM
The Praise & Worship Team, a component of Worship & Arts, renders musical selections during
church services to induce an atmosphere of worship.
SIGN LANGUAGE MINISTRY
The Sign Language Ministry, a component of Worship & Arts, provides visual representation of
spoken words for individuals who are hearing impaired.
6.10 Youth Development Ministries Youth Development Ministries strive to effect real change in the lives of youth 12-19 years of age
by providing opportunities for participation in education, training, and activities which will
empower them to live continually victorious Christian lives.
Contacts: Youth Pastor Antione Jackson
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Generation N.O.W. (Boys) Generation NOW develops young men ages 9-19 to reflect the teachings and love of Jesus Christ.
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Contact: Youth Pastor Antione Jackson
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Scholarship Ministry The Scholarship Ministry provides financial assistance and information for first-year college
students, and guidance for parents and students. A celebration is held annually honoring all high
school and college graduates.
Contact: Tarolyn Lee
Phone: 713.504.6428
Email: [email protected]
Visionaries (Girls) The Visionaries Ministry seeks to help young women ages 9-19 to appreciate their unique
personalities by encouraging them to establish a strong foundation for growth through the love of
God's Word.
Contact: Min. Kourtnee Jackson
Co-leader: Brittany Jackamonis
Phone: 803.727.3880
W.I.R.E.D. Youth Ministry W.I.R.E.D. Youth Ministry consists of youth worship services on second and third Sundays at
11am, and Youth Bible Study on Tuesdays.
Contact: Youth Pastor Antione Jackson
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
6.11 Staff Functions
A.C. Jackson Wellness Center The Wellness Center provides leisure time activities in a Christian environment to the Bible Way
Church family and the local community.
Contacts: Youth Pastor Antione Jackson & Min. Eric “Freeze” Cameron
Phone: [email protected]
Baptism Committee The Baptism Committee is responsible for preparing candidates for the Baptism service and for
assisting clergy during the actual ceremony.
Contacts: Pastor Alvah Lawson and Wanda Jackson
Phone: 803.647.5158
Because We Care The Because We Care Project provides assistance to those in need in our church and local
community. The hours of operation are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10:00am -
1:00pm.
Contact: Andrena Rowson
Phone: 803.647.5159
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Hospital Visitation Our clergy visits members and their family members in the hospital; and the sick and shut-in, upon
request.
Contact: Wanda Jackson
Phone: 803.647.5158
Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center The Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center provides a variety of support for women of all ages
throughout the Columbia area.
Contact: Cassandra Ward, Director
Phone: 803.776.6353
WOMEN AGAINST DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
This program aims to increase the awareness of domestic violence by offering workshops, support
groups, educational material in English and Spanish as well as offering training to local clergy.
TEEN PREGNANCY
This program aims to show pregnant and teenage mothers that their lives are not over because of
their situation by embracing, supporting, guiding, and educating young ladies facing unplanned
pregnancies.
GIRLS ACADEMY
This program assists girls between the ages of 6-18 with tutoring, etiquette, and summer camp
programs.
Midlands Community Development Corporation The MCDC is a non-profit organization that provides services and programs that empower
individuals, build healthy families and vibrant communities. This organization opens doors by
providing services and resources that change lives in the Midlands.
Contact: Cedric Jackson
Phone: 803.647.9111
Security This team is responsible for the security of all facilities at the Bible Way Church of Atlas Road.
Contacts: Deacon David Ahrens – 803.673.6259
Deacon Will Hayes – 803.445.8323
Transportation Ministry Transportation is available for college students and other community residents to and from 11am
worship service only. Passengers must live within 10 miles of the church and must call the church
Monday – Saturday. (Saturday calls must be made before 6pm).
Contact: Deacon James Jackson
Phone: 803.776.1238x3072
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7.0 How to Reach Us
Bible Way Church of Atlas Road
2440 Atlas Road
Post Office Box 90309 (29290)
Columbia, SC 29209
803.776.1238 Phone • 803.776.8839 Fax
www.bwcar.org • Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • App
Pastor Darrell Jackson, Sr. 647.5151
Mrs. Willie Mae Jackson, Associate Pastor 647.5153
Associate Pastor Raul Bradley 776.1238
Associate Pastor Harold Cuff 647.5167
Assistant Pastor Randall “Mack” Jackson 695.4194
Associate Pastor Alvah Lawson 647.5164
A.C. Jackson Wellness Center 776.2936
Because We Care 776.1238
Business Office 647.5156
Church Operations 647.5181
Communications Center 647.9148
Congregational Care 647.5164
Facilities 776.1238
Human Resources 647.5162
Member Relations 647.5176
New Members’ Office 647.5163
Office of Volunteer Services 647.5158
Security 776.1238
Special Events (weddings, concerts, etc.) 647.5165
Special Services (funerals) 647.5176
Youth Center 776.2862
Midlands Community Development Corporation
2430 Atlas Road
Columbia, SC 29209
803.647.9111 Phone • 803.647.9182 Fax
www.midlandscdc.org
C.R. Neal Dream Center 647.9111
Dream Center Cafeteria 695.2648
Executive Director 647.0863
Senior Citizens Program 647.0535
Total Recovery Network 695.6900
Jannie R. Jackson Women’s Center 776.6353
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8.0 My Connection: Are You Connected?
My Connection allows you to:
Update your personal contact information;
Submit your prayer requests on the bwcar.org homepage;
Sign up online to get involved with our ministry;
Sign up online to volunteer for opportunities to serve;
View the church calendar of events;
Manage your own personal church calendar;
Sign up and pay for events…and more!
All member information is confidential and available only through a secure site.
My Connection Login Instructions:
First-Time User Instructions:
Need a login? Select “Click Here”.
Enter the e-mail address you provided to BWCAR; enter your First and Last Name (If
you provided a Middle Initial, Middle Name of Former Last Name, include it as well.);
then click “Find Me”.
An automated e-mail containing your login information will be sent to you.
Follow instructions in the e-mail to log in and view your personal profile.
Click “Edit” to update your e-mail address, home address (Preferred address to receive
Mailings, and Contribution Statements), phone numbers, etc. (Note: Grayed out items
cannot be edited.)
Registered User Instructions”
Sign in with your e-mail address or User Name and Password.
Forgot Password or User Name Instructions:
Click “Forgot your password or user name?” to begin the password recovery process.
An automated response will be sent to your e-mail address.
Follow the instructions in the e-mail to create a new User Name or Password.
Troubleshooting Tips for Unsuccessful Logins:
Your e-mail address must exist in our database in order to log in.
If you provided multiple e-mail accounts, try logging in with an alternate e-mail address.
For additional assistance, contact the IT Department at [email protected] or at
803.647.5152.
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Pastor Jackson is the author of “A World of
Possibilities,” an inspirational book designed to
unleash the power of possibility within every
individual. Pastor Jackson takes you on a spiritual
journey that encourages you to explore your world
of possibilities. Call 803.647.5176 to order your
copy today!
To get your CD or DVD, please visit the media table after Sunday and Tuesday services; or you may call 803.647.5176
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2440 Atlas Road ● Columbia, SC 29209 803.776.1238 ● 888.776.1238
www.bwcar.org