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Journey to Bethlehem
On December 6, about 30 of us went from the church to Journey to Bethlehem in Thomasville. We had a wonderful time and my wife Dawn Carter lead in hymns on the way over. We had wondrously special hot chocolate and saw one of the most professional beautiful live nativity Productions that is done anywhere ever! See more photos here
Sawyersville Church Christmas decorations underway!
See more photos of Christmas decorations at Sawyersville here!
42nd Annual Heavenly BBQ Brings Big Crowd and Big Blessings
On Saturday, November 1, Sawyersville Wesleyan Church hosted its 42nd Annual Heavenly BBQ, welcoming friends, family, and neighbors from across the community for a day filled with great food, fellowship, and generosity. This year’s event was a wonderful success — over 900 barbecue plates were served, and the silent auction saw enthusiastic participation throughout the day. Together, the church family and community members gave generously, resulting in a tremendous blessing of gifts and donations that will help further the ministry…
Sawyersville’s Trunk-or-Treat a success!
See images from this year’s Trunk-or-Treat event at Sawyersville Wesleyan Church here.
Serving Together: Sauce-Making for the Annual Barbecue
We’re so thankful for the hardworking group of men—and one very special lady, Dawn Carter—who gathered this week to prepare our famous barbecue sauce for the upcoming Annual Barbecue on November 1! Their dedication and teamwork are a beautiful example of the heart of Sawyersville Church. Thank you to everyone who continues to serve faithfully and make this beloved tradition possible! See more photos on Facebook here
Car-Kai-Ryu Karate Class
We had a great Car-Kai-Ryu Karate class yesterday at Sawyersville Church. See more photos here.
Homecoming 2025
We had an awesome time at homecoming today! See the full post on Facebook
Pastor Tim’s new book project: The Miracle Power of the 23rd Psalm
We are excited to share a special milestone from Pastor Tim G. Carter. After four years of study and preparation, Pastor Tim has completed the rough draft of his new work, The Miracle Power of the 23rd Psalm. This study represents 35 sermons and nearly 300,000 words of preaching, carefully distilled into a manuscript of 18 chapters and a preface. The book will be co-authored with Margo DeGange, a nationally recognized Women’s Conference speaker. Together, their voices will bring this…
Community Breakfast & Donation Clothing Sale – Sept. 13
Join us at Sawyersville Wesleyan Church on Saturday, September 13, from 7:00–10:30 a.m. for a warm community breakfast and a special donation-only clothing sale. All clothing was generously provided by a church member who recently closed a local dry cleaning business. Proceeds from both the breakfast and clothing sale will support Sawyersville’s Outreach Ministries, including our newly launched Aftercare Ministry for children, as well as needed repairs such as replacing a downstairs air conditioning unit. Come enjoy a good meal,…
Annual apple run to the mountains
Today our church family enjoyed our annual trip to the mountains for apples! Around 18–19 participants joined in the fun, and after gathering apples, the group shared a wonderful meal together at a local restaurant in Sawyersville. It was a day filled with laughter, fellowship, and God’s beautiful creation—a special tradition that continues to bring us closer together.
Ladies Aglow serves with love
On Saturday, September 6, our Ladies Aglow group gathered for a special time of fellowship and service. Together, they prepared beautiful gift baskets for patients at the local cancer center, filling each one with encouragement, comfort, and prayer. We’re grateful for their servant hearts and the way they continue to share Christ’s love in practical and meaningful ways.
Pastor Tim Carter Ordained in the Wesleyan Church
Sawyersville Church rejoices in the official ordination of Pastor Tim Carter in the Wesleyan Church, a moment that Pastor Tim describes as both a divine gift and the result of years of hard work. The ordination service was led by General Superintendent Wayne Schmidt and District Superintendent Tim Jones. Pastor Tim’s ministry journey began more than two decades ago, when he was first ordained by the Quakers, a process they call “Recording.” At the time, he never imagined he would…