Thank you for your faithful giving to Wade Baptist Church. Your generosity helps support ministry and sharing the Gospel in our community and beyond.
You may give in the following ways: in person during our gatherings, by mail, through the Church Center app, or on our website.
November 15 – Celebration Sunday
Turn in Faith Commitment Cards
December 23 – Deadline for Faith Commitment Cards
January 2027 – Giving begins
A big thank you to everyone who volunteered and helped make our Senior Adult Thanksgiving a fun and successful night! We are grateful for each person who gave their time and helped in any way they could.
If you would like to purchase a poinsettia in memory or honor of someone special, please complete a poinsettia order form envelope, enclose payment & place the envelope in the drop box located outside the secretary’s office or in the offering box in the sanctuary foyer. Envelopes are located at The Hub and Connect Desk. Poinsettias are $11.50 each & available in red or white (limited quantities available). The deadline to purchase is November 15.
It’s time for Operation Christmas Child, and we need your help! You may pick up shoeboxes from the sanctuary foyers, The Hub, and Sunday School classrooms. Please return your filled boxes to WBC by NOVEMBER 15! After NOVEMBER 15, WBC cannot accept boxes. You will have to take your shoeboxes to one of the area collection sites. Thank you for your support of the OCC ministry!
Anyone 65+ is welcome to be a part of the WBC Christmas Program on December 13 at 6 pm. We will have senior adult choir practice on November 17 at 10 am in the choir room. Dress Rehearsals will be December 9 & 12 at 6:30 pm. Transportation will be provided for anyone who prefers not to drive at night and needs transportation to the Dress Rehearsals. For transportation needs and any other questions, please contact Carol Rudolph at 228-218-7230.
Adults $7 | Child (through 6th grade) $3
Family maximum cost is $20
Sign up online or by envelope at The Hub. The registration deadline is the Monday before the meal.
There will be no meal on November 25, and the last meal for the year will be on December 2.
BAPTIST FRIENDSHIP HOUSE DAY MISSION TRIP
Be a blessing by volunteering for a day trip to BFH on Thanksgiving Day, November 26 (approximately 6 am – 5 pm). Participants must be 18 years of age or older to participate. Space is limited. Register online by THIS Wednesday, November 18.
DESSERTS FOR BAPTIST FRIENDSHIP HOUSE
WBC is helping to provide desserts on Thanksgiving Day at Baptist Friendship House in New Orleans. We are asking WBC members to sign up to provide cakes, pies, and/or cookies. Register online or call the church office to let us know what you will be able to provide. The deadline to sign up is THIS Wednesday, November 18. All desserts must be delivered to WBC by 4 pm on Tuesday, November 24.
There are many students in our own community who rely on donated food through Backpack Buddies to eat on the weekends and during the holidays. For their Christmas stockings, BPB is asking for bar soap and bath poufs. Donations can be placed in our collection bin at The Hub by Sunday, November 29. Thank you for doing your part to show Jesus to the kids of our community!
Come celebrate Christmas with us on Tuesday, December 1, at 10:30 am in the Family Life Center! Adults 55 and up (and the young at heart) are invited to enjoy a time of food, fun, music, and fellowship. Bring a favorite dish to share for our potluck lunch, and a friend to enjoy the day with.
LIVESTREAM TEAM VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Have you ever wondered how you can serve at Wade Baptist Church? We would love for you to consider joining our livestream team! This is a wonderful opportunity to use your gifts to serve our church family and help others stay connected to our Sunday Morning Gathering, even when they can’t be here in person. No experience is needed, and we would be happy to train you! If you’re interested, we’d love to hear from you. Contact the church office at 228-588-3356 to learn more!
180 Weekend 2027 is January 15 – 17, 2027, at WBC. 180 WKND is a weekend that is intentionally designed for students (grades 7 – 12) to dive deeper into their faith and experience the joy of what it looks like to make much of Jesus together. The deadline to register/complete forms online is January 4. Registration cost is $80.
Wade Kids (completed grades 1 – 6) are invited to attend M4 Kids Camp at Waukaway Springs in Vossburg, MS, June 29 – July 1, 2027. The cost is $255 for kids, with a $100 non-refundable deposit due when registering. Space is limited, so register online today – the deadline to register/pay online is April 1, 2027 (non-refundable). WBC and Waukaway forms are required.
All boys ages 5 and up, bring a friend and join us in the WBC gym for our Trail Life meetings Sundays at 3:00 pm.
We are very excited to be partnering with this ministry to help make sure these kids are fed! We are asking our members to donate funds throughout the year. Make checks payable to Wade Baptist Church and write Backpack Buddies on the memo line. If donating online, please choose the Backpack Buddies Fund. Thank you for doing your part to make much of Jesus to the kids of our community!
Have you downloaded the Church Center app?
It’s super easy to do and is the best way to keep you informed and in touch with our church family! Make sure to turn on your notifications, add yourself to the directory, and download your picture on your profile! If you need assistance, call the church office.
