August 29 E-news
Sunday, August 31
Worship Service | 9:00 AM and 10:45 AM – Click HERE for livestream.
Walking in the Spirit: The Battle Within
This Sunday, Pastor Ben will begin a two-week series on Walking in the Spirit from Galatians 5. In this first message, we’ll see how every believer faces a daily battle between the desires of the flesh and the leading of the Spirit. Come be encouraged and equipped to walk in the freedom and power that the Spirit provides.
Passage: Galatians 5:16-26
Equip Hour | 9:00
College – Bert Arrowood
Young Adults – Jairo Villegas
Men’s Class – Wayne Moore
Ladies’ Class – Virginia Blanton, Jewell Hall, Tina Moore, Melinda Williamson
Spanish Class – Mark Vowels, Dan Aguilera
Elective: Gospel of Luke – Dusty Raines (Ken Bixby teaching this Sunday)
Sunday Morning Prayer | 10:15 AM
Equip Hour | 10:45
Teens – Garrett Martin
Families – Jonathan West
Young Marrieds – Doug & Karen Abels, Kirk & Heidi Hensarling
Elective: Gospel of Mark – Bruce Meyer, Alan Benson
Elective: Lord, Teach Us to Pray – Kevin Johns, Sam Munn
Announcements
Aug 31 | College Group: Subs & Slams
Mark your calendar and join us Sunday, Aug. 31 at 6:30 PM for “Subs and Slams” at PBC. We’ll have dinner, volleyball, and spike ball. Bring your nets, spike ball sets, and appetite! This is a great event to connect with new and old friends.
Aug 31 | Baptism Class
If you’re interested in being baptized, please plan to attend our next Baptism Class on Sunday, August 31th at 10:45 AM in Room 232. Class will be led by Peter Cushman.
SIGN UP HERE to be added to the class roster (not required, but helpful).
Oct 11 | Women’s Conference
Adult women of all ages are invited to join us at PBC for a day of spiritual engagement and teaching from God’s Word! For more information, view our flyer.
Location: Palmetto Baptist Church
October 11 | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
$25 adult | $15 college students
Breakfast & lunch provided
Sept 7 | T4M & KAMP Meeting
We’re excited to host Duane and Hanna Scott, our missionaries to Thailand. They’ll share with our group on what the Lord is doing there, and will also present to the kids downstairs for KAMP. Please consider bringing finger foods to share for our fellowship time afterward.
You can read more about the Scotts HERE!
New Elective | Lord, Teach Us to Pray
The Equip Elective class led by Sam Munn and Kevin Johns has started a new series, “Lord, Teach Us to Pray.” While the disciples at times asked some poor questions, they did ask a very important one to their Rabbi (Jesus). “Lord, teach us to pray.” There is not a greater essential skill to life than knowing how to pray. Who better to teach us to pray than our very own intercessor? Please consider joining us for an interactive study in learning how to pray biblically as we look deeply into the passage of Matthew 6:9-15 and drawing from John MacArthur’s book, The Disciples’ Prayer.
New Elective | Theology of Leadership
Most of us have primarily learned how to lead by watching how others do it. This is a great way to learn in many areas, but in the areas that the Bible addresses, this equates to “leaning on your own understanding.” Since leadership is all about influencing others and involves how we interact with others, it is a significant topic in Scripture. Leading God’s way gives Him glory, helps the organization succeed, and works to bring out the best in others. We are offering a Biblical Leadership Theology class to help you understand what the Scripture teaches about how you should lead. These practical principles apply equally to your home, workplace, and church. Class begins September 7. Click the image to register! If you have any questions, please contact Ken Bixby. Room 224 at 9 AM starting Sept. 7.
Sept 14 | PBC 101 Begins
PBC 101 is for those interested in learning more about our church. It’s not too late to join us! This class is meeting in Room 232 at 10:45 through June 6. SIGN UP HERE to be added to the class roster (not required, but helpful).
Sept 19-20 | Discipleship Mini-Conference
Explore Christ’s command for all believers to make disciples—and what that looks like in our everyday lives. This event will feature Marty Sweeney, Executive Director of North America for Matthias Media, an evangelical publishing ministry known for producing theologically rich and practical disciple-making resources such as The Trellis and the Vine and Two Ways to Live. With a deep commitment to equipping believers for Christ’s mission, Marty will help us consider how we can faithfully live out the call to make disciples. Click the image to register!
2026 Marriage Conference – Save the Date!
Our next Marriage Conference will be February 20-21 at The Wilds in Brevard, NC. Mark your calendar and stay tuned for more information!
Whether you’re a ministry leader, counselor, discipler, or simply want to grow in your own walk with Christ, you encounter real struggles in life—sin, suffering, and everything in between.
ACBC Fundamentals Training is designed to equip Christians with the confidence and tools to care for others biblically. Through this course, you’ll grow in your understanding of how God brings lasting hope and change through His Word, His Spirit, and His Church.
The training will be weekly on Monday nights from Sept. 8th to Nov. 24th, 6:00 pm-8:30pm @ PBC. All sessions will be recorded or available via zoom for those unable to attend in person.
Cost for PBC Members is $75/individual or $125/couple. Childcare will be available. If you have questions about this training please contact Paul Christensen.
Footsteps of Paul – Biblical Tour: May 2026
Pastor Sam and Pastor Ben will lead an unforgettable journey through the lands of the New Testament on our upcoming Footsteps of Paul tour, taking place May 13–23, 2026.
This Bible-centered tour will bring Scripture to life as we explore some of the most significant locations in the Apostle Paul’s missionary journeys. We will visit Ephesus, Athens, Corinth, Thessalonica, Rome, and more.
This is more than a sightseeing trip—it’s a spiritually enriching experience that will deepen your understanding of God’s Word and His work through the early Church.
We will have an informational meeting in room 204 between the services on July 13th and August 3rd.
Space is limited! For more details and to reserve your spot, visit the TOUR WEBSITE. Contact Pastor Ben for questions.
PBC Podcast & Radio Show
Did you know we’re on the radio? Listen to Grow in Grace at 10 AM every weekday on Truth Network, 96.9 FM in Greenville, and 88.3 in Spartanburg.
Or you can find this show wherever you listen to podcasts. Search for “Palmetto Grow in Grace Podcast.”
Click the image to find it on Apple Podcasts.
Mark Your Calendars!
Sept 3 – Cultivate Sports & Kids Club Begins
Sept 7 – T4M / KAMP
Sept 19-20 – Discipleship Mini-Conference
Sept 21 – Communion Sunday
Sept 21 – Leadership Meeting
Oct 5 – T4M / KAMP
Oct 11 – Women’s Conference
Oct 25 – Trunk or Treat
More events can be found on our Church Calendar.
Fall Bible Studies
Sept 7 | Sunday Evening Bible Studies
The Ladies Evening Bible Study resumes Sunday, Sept. 7 at 6 PM in Room 230. We will be diving into Jen Wilkins’s study of the Book of Revelation. Reach out to Annette Mantooth with any questions or to join the class.
Book: $16
The Men’s Bible Study will also resume their own study in Room 204. Contact Pastor Dusty for more info.
We encourage anyone with that evening free to join us!
Sept 8 | Women’s Precept Bible Study
Deepen your understanding of the Lord and grow alongside other women in faith as we study the Bible, book by book, beginning with Jonah and Galatians. Precept Bible studies are designed to teach people how to study the Bible at a deeper level, but in a simple way, using the inductive study method. The inductive method uses Scripture to interpret Scripture, because who better is there to explain the meaning of God’s words than God Himself? Class will run Mondays from Sept. 8 – Nov. 17, from 6-8:30 PM. Cost: $30 (for two books). Please register by August 23.
Sept 9 | Tuesday Morning LIFE Group Bible Studies
The Ladies LIFE Group begins a new study Tuesday, Sept. 9 at 10 AM in Room 230. We will go through Kelly Minter’s book on Esther. Reach out to either Janice Osborne or Bonnie Gambrell (or text Bonnie at 804-647-8675) with any questions or to join the class. Book: $16
The Men’s LIFE Group has begun meeting again with their own study in Room 219. Contact John Swartz for more info.
We encourage any adult men & women with that morning free to join us!
Volunteer Opportunities
The “ESL” (English as a Second Language) Program is an opportunity for individuals and families from all nations to grow in both English language skills and meaningful community. Rooted in the love of Christ, we offer beginner to advanced ESL classes that not only build confidence in communication but also foster friendship, faith, and belonging. If you are looking for a way to serve our community, ESL is looking to fill specific volunteer roles. Reach out to Phil Beardslee at 864-504-0208 if interested.
Operation Christmas Child
If you’d like to help us get a head start on OCC shoeboxes, you can assemble homemade fishing kits, sewing kits, and pillowcase dresses. Click the image for more information!
Weekly Giving Update
Last Week’s Giving: $37,543
Weekly Budget: $26,590
Children’s Playground
Funding for our playground improvements continues to come in! If you’d like to contribute to this project, you can give online to the “Playground Fund.” If giving via check, please put “Playground Fund” in the memo.
Lost and Found in Balcony Stairwell
All lost and found items can be found under the east balcony stairwell. Items are discarded at the end of each month.
WBC to PBC Membership
All WBC members wishing to join Palmetto Baptist Church should click THIS LINK to complete a form and sign our Statement of Faith.
Interested in church membership? Click here.
Click here if you’re interested in baptism.
Give online here.