What should I expect when I visit?

You should expect a warm greeting by friendly people who are truly glad that you are there. Visitors will see a church family that mirrors the rich diversity of the Blythewood/Columbia NE area and will also hear the latest in contemporary Christian music in a relaxed church environment. You will experience our Bible-based community where everything we do is founded upon the Word of God and its Biblical principles.

Our Purpose

The purpose of Willow Lake Church is to worship God by building a growing community of believers that are equipped to represent Christ in the world.

What does Willow Lake Church offer my family?

Our small groups are designed to offer a safe and comfortable environment in which we can grow in our relationship with God and with those who attend the small group through Bible
study, discussion, and regular planned activities. We offer small groups on Sundays for men, ladies, parents, single young adults, youth, and children.

Pastor Jeff Benson

Pastor Jeff came to Willow Lake Church in June of 2003.

Pastor Jeff grew up in north-western Pennsylvania and later attended Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA where he graduated in 1978 with a degree in Youth.  In 1986 he received his Master of Arts in Ministry from Luther Rice Seminary.

Prior to coming to Willow Lake Church, Pastor Jeff served as an Associate Pastor at University Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida for 14 years and Columbia, Missouri for 10 years.

Pastor Jeff and his wife, Debbie reside in Blythewood, SC.  They have 5 children and 9 grandchildren (Deonna-2 boys/2 girls, Brock (married to Cassie - 3 boys), Bowman (married to Brittany - 2 girls), Daila (living in New Zealand) and Boone (married to Amy).  Pastor’s greatest desire is to build into Willow Lake Church a love for and obedience to the Lord.