OFWB Community News

16/12/2025

Sandy Plain Church

16/12/2025

Praise the Lord!!

12/12/2025

Dean Cogdill was a friend to many OFWBs. Blessings on him and his family as he departs for his heavenly reward.

Dr. Michael Cogdill, the founding dean of the Divinity School who served 36 years as a leader and educator at… More on this post

12/12/2025

We want to give God the glory for his blessings upon us all. We also want to thank you for your continuous prayers and support for the mission in Africa. We are able to do more because of you.

Annual Manifest Conference of the Original Free Will Baptist Church of Liberia

The Original Free Will Baptist Church of Liberia successfully concluded its Annual Minister's and Church Workers Manifest Conference, held this year exclusively among the Monrovia churches. Due to unforeseen reasons, congregations from other counties were regrettably advised to postpone their attendance until the next annual gathering. Despite this limited scope, the conference was widely deemed a success, offering a time of deep spiritual growth, fellowship, and focused instruction.

Key Focus: Stewardship
The central theme of this year's conference was Stewardship. Sessions were dedicated to exploring the multifaceted meaning of stewardship from a biblical perspective, emphasizing that it encompasses far more than just financial giving.
* Time and Talents: Discussions highlighted the importance of wisely managing the time and talents God has entrusted to each believer, especially those serving in church leadership roles.
* Resources and Finances: Practical and spiritual insights were shared on managing church finances and personal resources with integrity, accountability, and a view toward advancing the Kingdom of God.
* Spiritual Gifts: Ministers and workers were encouraged to identify and diligently use their spiritual gifts to effectively serve their congregations and communities.
The teachings underscored that faithful stewardship is a prerequisite for effective ministry and a core expression of a disciple's commitment to Christ.

Positive Outcomes of the Monrovia Gathering
While the absence of delegates from other counties was noted, the consolidated gathering of Monrovia churches fostered an environment for more intensive and focused discussion and strategic planning among the city's leadership.
* Fellowship and Networking: The conference provided a vital opportunity for ministers and church workers within the capital to strengthen their bonds of fellowship and network for greater co-ordination in their local mission efforts.
* Renewed Vision: The specialized focus on stewardship helped to re-calibrate the vision for ministry in the Monrovia area, setting clear objectives for growth, discipleship, and community outreach in the coming year.

The energy and commitment displayed by all attendees reaffirmed the strength and dedication within the Monrovia arm of the Original Free Will Baptist Church of Liberia. The leadership looks forward to a fully inclusive national Convention next year.

09/12/2025

Central Conference Laymen’s League met tonight at Rose Hill Church, Winterville. A delicious meal of pork chops, sides, and desserts. Special music was provided by Elbert Buck and Pat Doughtie. Devotion by Alvin Frazier. An offering was taken for OFWB Foreign Missions.

Next meeting will be Monday March 9 by Little Creek church at Ormondsville Church.

08/12/2025

This Sunday is Foreign Missions Sunday. Your donations during this season are crucial to continue to work to reach the world for Christ.

You can mail your gift to OFWBI, PO Box 39, Ayden, NC 28513
or give online
https://interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E362619&id=1

08/12/2025

Weather Update for La Grange 1st FWB Church. Good morning everyone! As you are well aware we are expecting some weather this afternoon into the evening. At this time we are moving forward as planned with our Dinner Theater “Sanders Family Christmas.” Please use your best judgement when deciding whether or not to make the trip tonight. If you feel it’s in you or your group’s best interest to cancel, please let Tiffany know by 1:00 p.m. this afternoon so that we can advertise locally. It is the same number that has been communicating with you up until this point, ‭(252) 286-5311‬. Additionally, we will be moving our seating time up 30 minutes from 6:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. in an effort to get started with the show earlier. The Sanders Family is looking forward to seeing you all tonight for those that can make it!

08/12/2025

Supplemental Christmas SS Lesson for Dec 21, 2026
https://www.cross-crown.org/post/supplemental-ss-lesson-december-21

This lesson may be used as a replacement for Lesson 3 of the Winter 2025/2026 Quarter. Free lesson download available from the Blog.

Download a FREE PDF of this lesson at: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19vgBCndTxC8A4klVtb08Cojvu7wDQckQ/view?usp=sharingDownload a FREE Spanish Version: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PxfB2tJIucSvcH3n5UagOgin8xKIx1k7/view?usp=sharingPurpose for This Supplemental Material A Little Background…In ...

07/12/2025

Check out the brand-new 365-day perpetual calendar by local author Sharlene Scott!

Palmer Publishing—the in-house publishing division of Cross & Crown—introduced this beautiful new release at its recent Christmas Open House… just in time for Christmas gift-giving and the start of a fresh new year. This is Sharlene's inspiration for the calendar: "I had the idea of creating this calendar when I noticed how often we see the phrase “God will.” I began to study these verses and so many more that reveal the nature of God, His promises, and particularly God’s love for all of us. Finding and studying these verses has been a great growing experience for me. I hope reading these verses will deepen our love for God, and our growth in knowing Him, and our eagerness to serve Him."

You can find this online at mycrossandcrown.com or in-store at 3928 Lee Street, Ayden, NC.

06/12/2025

Tomorrow is our Annual Christmas Open House at Cross & Crown, and it’s the perfect opportunity to find wonderful deals for all of your inspirational gift-giving.

⭐⭐⭐As you enter through our front doors, you’ll see our Giving Tree. If you feel led, you’re welcome to choose an ornament—or two, or even all three—and support the meaningful causes they represent:

⭐ Support Our Troops
Provides and sends care packages to military bases and service members stationed around the world, while also offering assistance and encouragement to military families during the holidays and throughout the year.

⭐ OFWB International (Foreign Missions)
Supports gospel outreach and provides aid to mission fields in the Philippines, India, Haiti, Mexico, Liberia, Guinea, and Bulgaria through various ministry programs.

⭐ Retirement Homes Ministry
Offers residential care, supplemental housing and support, and disability equipment to individuals who meet certain eligibility requirements.

And because each of these is a designated 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, your contributions—whether monetary gifts or donated items—are tax-deductible as allowed by law.

We're open 9am–5pm tomorrow. We hope to see you there!

Cross & Crown, 3928 Lee Street, Ayden, NC

05/12/2025

Discount offered by CBIS

05/12/2025

Attention Widows, Single-Again, Single ladies in the Lenior County and surrounding areas! Widows & More would love for you to join them for their December meeting/Christmas Party at The Way Church, 1205 Lynn Drive, Kinston, NC on Saturday, December 6th at 10:45! Fun, food and fellowship. If you would like to attend or have any questions, please contact Rhonda Nord at 252-758-8173. Note: If you would like to participate in the gift exchange, please bring a $5 wrapped gift.