What is the Presbyterian Church of the Big Wood (pcbw.org)?

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pcbw.org is the official website of the Presbyterian Church of the Big Wood (CBW), a Presbyterian congregation whose stated tagline is "FOR THE VALLEY." The site serves both church members and community visitors, offering information on Sunday worship, live streaming, sermons, ministries, events, and a related school program. If you are looking for a church to attend in the Big Wood area, want to watch services online, or are checking what programs and events the church runs, this site is the place to start. The content is in English, and specific schedules or details should be confirmed against the latest information on the site itself.

What the church offers

The homepage highlights several core areas:

  • Sunday worship — The site invites visitors to "Join us this Sunday!" and lists the current pastor, Pastor Mark Inouye, along with a recent sermon title and Scripture passage (Matthew 4:21–5:5).
  • Live streaming — Sunday services can be watched online, and past sermons are available to view.
  • RightNow Media — The church points to a library of 20,000+ Bible and discipleship resources through RightNow Media.
  • CBW on Spotify — Sunday worship songs are available as a playlist for listening during the week.

Ministries and programs

The navigation and page content show a range of ministries and activities, including:

  • Adult and small group opportunities
  • Children and family ministry
  • Youth (FUEL) groups
  • Vacation Bible School
  • Music
  • Congregational care and deacons
  • Service opportunities

There is also a Big Wood School section, with pages covering the school program, staff, enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year, and the Nest and the Coop. A separate area lists volunteer and employment opportunities.

Events and community life

The site maintains an Upcoming Events section. Examples from the page include:

  • MOMS Group — Meeting on 1st and 3rd Wednesdays at 10:00 AM, with other locations on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays (the page advises calling to confirm). Childcare is provided, and contact information is listed for more details.
  • Fuel Youth Groups — Listed for October 4, 2026 – November 8, 2026.

The page also references fall fundraisers and festivities for 2026.

Practical notes for visitors

  • Language: The site is in English.
  • Online participation: Live streaming and past sermons make it possible to engage remotely.
  • Giving and help: There are links for giving online and for the Agape Fund assistance form.
  • Contact: A contact page and a "Need Help?" section are available, along with email contacts for specific groups (for example, [email protected] for the MOMS Group).
  • Facility use: The site includes information on facility use and weddings.

Because event dates, times, and program details can change, check the relevant page on pcbw.org for the most current information before planning a visit or registering for a program.