Hi, WOGFC Family!

As we close out Sowtember, we do so with grateful hearts for every seed planted, every soul reached, and every opportunity to serve. Throughout this month, we’ve been challenged to recognize what God has placed in our hands, remain faithful in our assignments, and trust Him with the harvest, even when we cannot yet see the results.

But our commitment to sowing doesn't end when September does. The seeds of faith, obedience, generosity, and service we've planted must continue to grow as we move into a new month. And as Sunday's message reminded us, even when life places us in difficult or unexpected circumstances, our purpose remains intact. Our surroundings may change, but our identity in Christ does not.

Church family, let's enter October with renewed determination. Keep praying. Keep praising. Keep serving. Keep believing. Whatever season you're walking through, remember that God is still at work, and what He has placed inside you is greater than what surrounds you.

The month may be ending, but the assignment continues. Keep sowing, keep growing, and keep trusting God for the harvest!

This Week's Message

I Will Not Be Defined By A Cell

Scripture Reference: Acts 16:22-29 (NIV)

Apostle Dwight Buckner Jr. delivered a powerful message reminding us that our circumstances do not determine our identity, and confinement cannot cancel God's purpose for our lives.

In Acts 16, Paul and Silas were beaten, imprisoned, and placed in stocks. Yet even in the middle of their confinement, they refused to surrender their worship.

Their bodies were restrained, but their faith remained active. Their circumstances were painful, but their commitment to God remained unchanged.

The prison became the setting for a powerful demonstration of what happens when believers refuse to let their situation silence their praise.

This message has 5 key points:

  1. God Is Removing the Cell of Humiliation!

    What happened to you is not who you are.

  2. I Must Be Anointed If You Have to Guard Me After You Beat Me!

    What happened to you is not who you are.

  3. My Body and Mind Might Have Been in Custody, but My Mouth Wasn't!

    Your praise is not dependent on your position.

  4. Prepare for Sudden Release!

    Don't allow a difficult season to convince you that your current circumstances are permanent.

  5. The Cell Reminded Me of My Commitment!

    Don't abandon your assignment because the journey becomes uncomfortable.

This week, identify one area of your life where you have felt confined physically, emotionally, financially, or spiritually. Instead of allowing that circumstance to define your identity, intentionally respond with prayer, praise, and renewed commitment.

Whatever your cell looks like today, don't stop praying. Don't stop believing. Don't stop worshiping. And don't abandon your assignment.

Your cell is not your identity. Your circumstances do not have the final say!

Sermon notes and study guide were sent out on Monday!

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Upcoming Events

✝️ Worship in the Word Wednesday

📅 Wednesday, September 30 | 7:00 PM

Join us Wednesday evening for Worship in the Word! Come ready for your midweek refresh as we gather around Scripture, strengthen our faith, and continue growing together through the Word of God.


✏️ Membership Matters | Class 1

📅 Sunday, October 4 | 8:45 AM | Fellowship Hall

Join us for our final cohort of the year!

We invite you to take your next step and begin your Membership Matters journey.


⛪️ First Sunday Worship Service + Holy Communion

📅 Sunday, October 4 | 10:00 AM

Join us as we welcome October with First Sunday Worship and Holy Communion.

There’s a place for you at WOGFC!

Looking Ahead

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events!

Membership Matters | Final 2026 Cohort

Begins Sunday, October 4 | 8:45 AM | Fellowship Hall

Our final Membership Matters cohort of 2026 begins this Sunday, October 4!

Membership Matters meets for four consecutive Sundays and is designed to help you learn more about WOGFC, grow in your faith, discover your gifts, and find your place within our church family.

If you’ve been worshiping with us and you’re ready to make WOGFC home, this is your opportunity to take the next step and officially become part of the family.

Scan the QR code or click here to register today. Welcome home!

Community Impact Day

Saturday, October 10 | 8:30am

Saturday, October 10 is a big day of community impact at WOGFC!

Community Food Distribution

8:30 AM

We’ll begin the morning by serving our neighbors through our monthly Community Food Distribution.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

9:00 AM–2:00 PM

We’re also partnering with the American Red Cross for a community Blood Drive and WOGFC has an assignment!

Our goal is 30 registered blood donors.

If you’re eligible to donate, we need your help reaching our goal. Your willingness to give can make a real difference in someone’s life.

Scan the QR code or click here to schedule your appointment to give.

Evidence Young Adults | Soul Food Sunday

Sunday, October 18 | Immediately Following Service | WOGCA Concession Area

Young adults, save the date!

Evidence Young Adults Ministry is hosting Soul Food Sunday immediately following worship. If you’re between the ages of 21 and 39, come enjoy good food, fellowship, conversation, and community with other young adults.

Scan the QR code or click here to RSVP.

Community Connections

What's Happening In & Around Our Community

We’re excited to introduce Community Connections, a new space in The Word Weekly highlighting conferences, programs, events, and opportunities hosted by members of our WOGFC family and community.

While these may not be official WOGFC-sponsored events, we’re happy to help bring awareness to the great things happening in and around our community.

Bring on the Choir Workshop

October 2–4 | Word of God Fellowship Church

Hosted by Sis. Deirdre Brewton of the Barbara Ann Brewton Music & Arts Scholarship Foundation

Calling singers, musicians, choir members, and lovers of gospel music! Save the date for the Bring on the Choir Workshop. It’s been a long time brewing, but with discipline and obedience to the call of God, BABMA (Barbara Ann Brewton Music and Arts Scholarship Foundation) has launched!  

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The Lean on Me Gospel Musical Cancer Awareness Concert

Saturday, October 17 | Word of God Fellowship Church

Join Bro. Mike Spivey for The Lean on Me Gospel Musical Cancer Awareness Concert, bringing the community together through gospel music while raising awareness and showing support for those impacted by cancer.

Doors open at 2:00pm

Concert begins at 3:00pm

RenewHer Retreat | Built For More

October 22–24 | Embassy Suites Concord, NC

Women, save the date for the RenewHer Retreat: Built For More.

Hosted by Elder Tiffany Newsome, this multi-day retreat will provide an opportunity for women to step away, be refreshed, connect with others, and be reminded that God has created them for more.

More Information & Register

Community Connections features independently hosted events and opportunities that may be of interest to our church family. Unless specifically noted, events listed in this section are not sponsored or presented by Word of God Fellowship Church.

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