Collection for Operation Christmas Child | October 26-November 16 | All Campuses Each year, starting in October, our church family is asked to purchase, donate & pack shoeboxes that will depart Sumter, SC and be sent all over the world to spread the love of Jesus Christ to children and fa…
Collection for Operation Christmas Child | October 26-November 16 | All Campuses
Each year, starting in October, our church family is asked to purchase, donate & pack shoeboxes that will depart Sumter, SC and be sent all over the world to spread the love of Jesus Christ to children and families everywhere.
Ways to serve:
1- Visit the lobby of one of our campuses, and pick up a shoebox to fill!
Want a list to take with you shopping?
Please visit https://samaritanspurse.org/operation-christmas-child/what-goes-in-my-shoebox-suggestions/
to find a list of supplies needed to pack the boxes!
2- Be on a Prayer Team to pray for this specific mission project.
We are excited to see just how many boxes we can fill!
Because we believe church is a place of grace, we want to help people know real community. Click the link below to view all the groups being offered! We want people to know community through LIFE Groups and encourage them to join them to experience real community. We will kicko…
Because we believe church is a place of grace, we want to help people know real community.
Click the link below to view all the groups being offered!
We want people to know community through LIFE Groups and encourage them to join them to experience real community.
We will kickoff new weekday and new Sunday groups in August!
Pocalla Campus
August 3
Sunday evening programming begins. The first night will be a kickoff cookout!
Loring Mill and Bishopville Campuses
August 6
Wednesday Midweek Refresh Starts back
6-7:30
August 10
Group Connect at all Campuses
If joining a group is your next step, we would love to help!
Need help finding the right group?
Questions? Please contact Kevin Buynak, Groups Pastor: kbuynak@adbc.org
December 9 | 6:00 PM | Loring Mill Campus | Worship Center Every year, on the second Tuesday evening of December, our church hosts a Christmas Bash specifically for these special folks & their caregivers. We celebrate the birth of Jesus by sharing a meal, singing, and having fun together….
December 9 | 6:00 PM | Loring Mill Campus | Worship Center
Every year, on the second Tuesday evening of December, our church hosts a Christmas Bash specifically for these special folks & their caregivers. We celebrate the birth of Jesus by sharing a meal, singing, and having fun together.
We need volunteers to help make this event a success! Whether you have experience or not, you can help as a Greeter, Table Host, Server, Singer, Kitchen Crew Member, or general Joy Bringer.
To sign up, please get in touch with Kevin Buynak at kbuynak@adbc.org.
Help us spread the joy this holiday season!
Our Student Ministry is bringing the gospel into schools! Check out the Student Bible study schedule for the school year to join a Bible study at your school! Sumter High Girls & Boys Bible Study Mondays • 7:30–8:10 AM Starbucks on McCrays Mill Rd Starts September 1st Home School G…
Our Student Ministry is bringing the gospel into schools! Check out the Student Bible study schedule for the school year to join a Bible study at your school!
Sumter High Girls & Boys Bible Study
Mondays • 7:30–8:10 AM
Starbucks on McCrays Mill Rd
Starts September 1st
Home School Guys Bible Study
Mondays • 12:00 PM
The Venue at Loring Mill Campus
Middle and High School
Starts September 1st
Thomas Sumter Academy
Girls & Boys Bible Study
Tuesdays • During Lunch
Classroom location TBD
Middle & High School
Starts September 2nd
Wilson Hall
Girls & Boys Bible Study
Thursdays • 7:15–7:50 AM
Girls are in Mrs. Peyton’s classroom, and boys are in the cafeteria
Middle & High School
Starts September 4th
Laurence Manning Academy
Girls & Boys Bible Study
Thursdays • During Lunch
Middle & High School
Starts September 4th
Home School Girls Bible Study
Sundays • 4:00 PM
Location TBD
Middle and High School
starts September 7th
Every Tuesday | 6-7:30 PM | Pocalla Campus GriefShare is a support group for those grieving the death of a loved one, now offered at Pocalla Campus. This class meets weekly on Tuesdays and follows a 12-week program. At GriefShare, you’ll watch a weekly video featuring counsel and insi…
Every Tuesday | 6-7:30 PM | Pocalla Campus
GriefShare is a support group for those grieving the death of a loved one, now offered at Pocalla Campus. This class meets weekly on Tuesdays and follows a 12-week program.
At GriefShare, you’ll watch a weekly video featuring counsel and insights from respected grief experts, along with relatable personal stories, followed by a time of sharing and support. Session topics include what’s normal in grief; how to handle difficult emotions; and how to manage regrets, questions, and worries.
Questions? Please contact Kevin Buynak kbuynak@adbc.org
Wednesday nights at Loring Mill and Bishopville: Join us for fun and interactive activities for the whole family every Wednesday night! We also offer a variety of LIFE Groups throughout the week, providing an opportunity to take a break from your weekday routine and feel refreshed….
Wednesday nights at Loring Mill and Bishopville:
Join us for fun and interactive activities for the whole family every Wednesday night!
We also offer a variety of LIFE Groups throughout the week, providing an opportunity to take a break from your weekday routine and feel refreshed.
Loring Mill
Every Wednesday
6-7:30 PM
-Adult LIFE Groups (see Adult Life Group Tab below)
-Kids Creative for kids through 5th grade
-Student Refresh:
Middle School – 6-7:30 PM | After Hours 7:30 PM – 8:00 PM
High School – 7 PM – 8 PM | After Hours 8 PM – 9 PM
In Student Buildings
Bishopville
Every Wednesday
6-7:30 PM
397 Chappell Drive, Bishopville, SC 29010
Meal (first of the month only), Prayer, and Bible Study
Wednesday nights in Bishopville are designed for the whole family! Come together for Bible study and quality time, and recharge from your daily routine each week.
MOMS Sumter is a program for mothers. We welcome all moms, no matter their background or stage of motherhood. Whether you are a military mom, grew up in Sumter, have little kids in diapers, or are sending kids off to college, MOMS Sumter is a great place to connect, grow, and find support. The paym…
MOMS Sumter is a program for mothers. We welcome all moms, no matter their background or stage of motherhood. Whether you are a military mom, grew up in Sumter, have little kids in diapers, or are sending kids off to college, MOMS Sumter is a great place to connect, grow, and find support. The payment due at the first meeting is $50 for the semester or $100 for the entire year. All meetings will be from 9:00 AM- 11:30 AM in McManus Hall at Loring Mill.
2025/2026 Dates
11/6, 11/20, 12/4, 1/8, 1/22, 2/5, 2/19, 3/5, 3/19, 4/2, 4/16, 5/14
November 8 | 7:30 AM | Loring Mill Campus | The Studio Enjoy breakfast, large group teaching, and small group discussions. We look forward to a wonderful year of fellowship in Men’s Ministry! Please register using the link below, and we hope to see you there! Register Here…
November 8 | 7:30 AM | Loring Mill Campus | The Studio
Enjoy breakfast, large group teaching, and small group discussions. We look forward to a wonderful year of fellowship in Men's Ministry!
Please register using the link below, and we hope to see you there!
Additional dates for 2025 include: December 13.
November 9, 6:30 PM, in the Loring Mill Campus Worship Center We will vote to approve the 2025 Ministry Plan, new Deacons, and Direction Team members. The agenda is available in the church offices and Connection Point. We encourage all members from all campuses to come particip…
November 9, 6:30 PM, in the Loring Mill Campus Worship Center
We will vote to approve the 2025 Ministry Plan, new Deacons, and Direction Team members.
The agenda is available in the church offices and Connection Point.
We encourage all members from all campuses to come participate in important decisions for our church family's future!
Sunday nights at our Pocalla Campus, offer fun and interactive activities for the whole family! 5-6:30 PM Adult LIFE Groups (see adult Life Group Tab below) Kids Creative for kids through 5th grade Student Worship (MS & HS combined) | Room 128 Life Group Options Read all ab…
Sunday nights at our Pocalla Campus, offer fun and interactive activities for the whole family!
5-6:30 PM
Adult LIFE Groups (see adult Life Group Tab below)
Kids Creative for kids through 5th grade
Student Worship (MS & HS combined) | Room 128
November 16 | 12:15 PM Making an Eternal Impact Starts Here! See below for your campus details! Whether you’re already serving in Kids Ministry or thinking about jumping in, this training is for you! You’ll get to: ✨ Connect with other leaders who love kids ✨ Discover how you can help…
November 16 | 12:15 PM
Making an Eternal Impact Starts Here!
See below for your campus details!
Whether you’re already serving in Kids Ministry or thinking about jumping in, this training is for you!
You’ll get to:
✨ Connect with other leaders who love kids
✨ Discover how you can help children grow in faith
✨ Learn the “why” behind the “what” we do
💡 Current volunteers: Refresh, refocus, and be inspired!
💡 Potential volunteers: Explore how you can make a difference!
Loring Mill Campus
Lunch + childcare
Location: Room 107 A (McManus Hall)
*Childcare provided for ages 6 weeks to 5th grade (lunch will be provided for them as well).
Bishopville Campus
Lunch, no childcare.
Location: Chappell Park
229A N Main Street Bishopville, SC 29010
Sunday, November 16 | 10:45 | Pocalla Office In Kids’ Ministry, our goal is to help children take their next steps toward a relationship with Jesus Christ. Parents, we support you with resources and encouragement as you commit your family to this journey. We offer a Parent-Child Dedication, a…
Sunday, November 16 | 10:45 | Pocalla Office
In Kids' Ministry, our goal is to help children take their next steps toward a relationship with Jesus Christ. Parents, we support you with resources and encouragement as you commit your family to this journey. We offer a Parent-Child Dedication, a time for you to come before your church family, asking them to join you in prayer as you commit to raising your child in a way that honors God.
Join our Parent-Child Dedication Class in November by filling out the form below!
Parent-Child Dedication Sunday:
Sunday, December 14, 2025
Questions? Contact Michael Grubbs, mgrubbs@adbc.org
Serve with Local Church Planters & Reach People for Jesus. Part of a 5-year partnership with Columbia Metro Baptist Association, which ADBC is part of, we will serve alongside Inter- national Mission Board missionaries and local church planters to share the gospel with people in central S…
Serve with Local Church Planters & Reach People for Jesus.
Part of a 5-year partnership with Columbia Metro Baptist Association, which ADBC is part of, we will serve alongside Inter- national Mission Board missionaries and local church planters to share the gospel with people in central Spain.
Our team will be helping to find and make fertile ground for people to hear about Jesus.
- Deadline for all trip payments ($1,800 including deposit) is September 25, 2025
October 5th: 1st Team Meeting 12:15pm, Room 208 | Loring Mill
October 19th: 2nd Team Meeting, 12:15pm, Room 208 | Loring Mill
November 16th: 3rd Team Meeting, 12:15pm, Room 208 | Loring Mill
Registration for this trip is now closed!
Sunday, November 30 9:15 AM and 10:30 AM | The Mezzanine (upstairs Lobby) | Loring Mill Campus In Kids’ Ministry, our goal is to help children take their next steps toward a relationship with Jesus Christ. Parents, we support you with resources and encouragement as you commit your family to…
Sunday, November 30
9:15 AM and 10:30 AM | The Mezzanine (upstairs Lobby) | Loring Mill Campus
In Kids' Ministry, our goal is to help children take their next steps toward a relationship with Jesus Christ. Parents, we support you with resources and encouragement as you commit your family to this journey. We offer a Parent-Child Dedication, a time for you to come before your church family, asking them to join you in prayer as you commit to raising your child in a way that honors God.
Join our next Parent-Child Dedication Class in November by filling out the form below!
Parent-Child Dedication Sunday:
Sunday, December 14, 2025
Questions? Contact Kristen McCaskill, kmccaskill@adbc.org
November 30 | 12:15 PM Making an Eternal Impact Starts Here! See below for your campus details! Whether you’re already serving in Kids Ministry or thinking about jumping in, this training is for you! You’ll get to: ✨ Connect with other leaders who love kids ✨ Discover how you can help…
November 30 | 12:15 PM
Making an Eternal Impact Starts Here!
See below for your campus details!
Whether you’re already serving in Kids Ministry or thinking about jumping in, this training is for you!
You’ll get to:
✨ Connect with other leaders who love kids
✨ Discover how you can help children grow in faith
✨ Learn the “why” behind the “what” we do
💡 Current volunteers: Refresh, refocus, and be inspired!
💡 Potential volunteers: Explore how you can make a difference!
Pocalla Campus
Lunch, no childcare.
Location: Room 130
GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays is a community of people who understand what it’s like to face the holidays in grief. Find connection, comfort, and hope in knowing you’re not alone this season. Those who have attended say returning each year is truly helpful. Tuesday, December 2, 2025 65 M…
GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays is a community of people who understand what it’s like to face the holidays in grief. Find connection, comfort, and hope in knowing you’re not alone this season. Those who have attended say returning each year is truly helpful.
Tuesday, December 2, 2025
65 Masters Drive Sumter, SC 29154
6–8 PM | Room 130
December 4 | 6-8 PM | Loring Mill Campus | 104 A (McManus Hall) You’re invited to a fun evening of fellowship! We’ll be making festive Christmas ornaments together, and all the supplies are provided—so just bring your creativity! We’d love for you to share your favorite Christmas appetizer or…
December 4 | 6-8 PM | Loring Mill Campus | 104 A (McManus Hall)
You’re invited to a fun evening of fellowship! We’ll be making festive Christmas ornaments together, and all the supplies are provided—so just bring your creativity! We’d love for you to share your favorite Christmas appetizer or snack, too. Can’t wait to see you there!
GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays is a community of people who understand what it’s like to face the holidays in grief. Find connection, comfort, and hope in knowing you’re not alone this season. Those who have attended say returning each year is truly helpful. Monday, December 8, 2025 1305…
GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays is a community of people who understand what it’s like to face the holidays in grief. Find connection, comfort, and hope in knowing you’re not alone this season. Those who have attended say returning each year is truly helpful.
Monday, December 8, 2025
6–8 PM | Room 202B/C
Childcare Provided
Registration not required
Honduras Mission Trip January 31 – February 7, 2026 Are you interested in serving on a missions trip? Here’s an overview of what to expect on our upcoming trip to Honduras: Our mission partner, Commissioned International, operates the Bible Institute in Honduras, where our team will be…
Honduras Mission Trip January 31 – February 7, 2026
Are you interested in serving on a missions trip? Here’s an overview of what to expect on our upcoming trip to Honduras:
Our mission partner, Commissioned International, operates the Bible Institute in Honduras, where our team will be based. Each day, we will travel to local villages to share the gospel and meet physical needs. We will also host a Vacation Bible School (VBS) for the children and engage in construction work for the local church. Additionally, training sessions for local pastors will be held daily at the Bible Institute.
Important Dates:
NOV 13: Deadline for $500. deposit/application
NOV 16: 1st Team Meeting
DEC 15: Deadline for full payment ($1,500 minus deposit)
JAN 11: 2nd Team Meeting
JAN 25: 3rd Team Meeting
JAN 31: Depart Sumter/ Travel to Honduras
FEB 7: Depart Honduras/ Return to Sumter
- Your cost for this trip will be $1,500
- ADBC covers the remainder of the cost (roughly 50%)