Killian, South Carolina

Pastor and Sister Joseph D. Williams

Bishop J. D. Williams was born in Richland County, South Carolina to the late Bishop J. D. Williams, Sr., founder of the Progressive Churches, and the late Sister Bessie Friday Williams. He began his ministry at the age of 16 at the Headquarters Church in Columbia, SC on a Young People’s Service Night. In 1966, he was appointed as pastor of the Headquarters Church in Columbia after the death of Bishop Williams.

He was united in holy matrimony to then Sister Ella Rose Milhouse on July 1, 1967. This union was blessed with five children: Joseph David III (LaKoskski), Rodney Jerome (Nakita), Anthony Gerald, Joy Denise and Jaime Darrell Williams. He is also the proud grandfather of six grandchildren, Ebouni, Joshua, Kayla, Jayla, Faith and Jordan Rose.

During the 29th Annual Holy Convocation of 1973, he was appointed as pastor of the Progressive Church in Killian, SC where he is currently pastor. He worked for many years before retiring to pastor full time. Under his leadership, the Lord has blessed the church in Killian to grow to be one of the largest churches in the organization. In 1995, Bishop Williams and the saints of Killian were blessed to complete and dedicate a new sanctuary that seats more than 800 persons.

On the professional recording released by the Progressive Church National Choir in 1992, entitled "The Power of Praise," Bishop Williams preached the message, "If You Praise Him, He Will Deliver You."

Bishop Williams enjoys reading, traveling and teaching. He has a God given ability to teach others the Word of God. For many years, he served as advisor to the National Education Department. He also served as a District Elder, Chairman of the Board of Presbytery, and as Chairman of the Advisory Council of the Progressive Churches. During the 63rd Annual Holy Convocation of the Progressive Churches, he was appointed a Bishop-Elect and also appointed to serve on the Board of Bishops of the Progressive Churches. Most of all, his quest is to deliver the whole counsel of God to his flock.

SERVICE TIMES
SUNDAY SCHOOL	10:00 AM
MORNING WORSHIP	11:30 AM
SUNDAY NIGHT SERVICE	7:30 PM
TUESDAY NIGHT SERVICE	7:30 PM
THURSDAY NIGHT SERVICE	7:30 PM

In Loving Memory of Sister Ella Rose Williams of Killian, SC

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Please pray for the Williams Family of the Progressive Church in Killian, SC in the passing of Sister Ella Rose Williams on Sunday, April 12th. Sister Williams was married to Bishop Joseph D. Williams, Jr. for 42 years and was a member of the Progressive Church for 50 years.

Funeral Services for Sister Williams will be held on Saturday, April 18th at 1:00 p.m. at the Progressive Church in Killian, SC. Sister Callie Gavin, National Women's President, is requesting that all sisters wear white for the funeral services on Saturday. There will also be a Wake and Family Visitation on Friday, April 17th from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Bostick-Tompkins Funeral Home.

Bishop Williams and the Williams Family will receive visitors each night this week at 6:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall at the Progressive Church in Killian. They are requesting that no phone calls or visits be made at their home. All visitations will take place at the church in Killian. You may call the church at 736-2658 for more information. Anyone desiring to send cards or bring food or any other items for the family, should bring them to the Progressive Church in Killian during the visitation times each night this week. The church is located at 527 Longtown Road, Columbia, SC 29229.

Special Memories of Sister Ella Rose Williams

Sister Williams shares a special moment with her husband,
Bishop J. D. Williams, Jr. after he is consecrated to the office
of Bishop during the Annual Holy Convocation

Bishop Williams talks with Sister Williams

Sister Williams hugs her husband and sons after
Bishop Williams is consecrated to the office of Bishop

Sister Laura Ashe presents a gift to Sister Ella Rose Williams
during the Pastor's Anniversary in Killian, SC

Sister Williams (third from left) sings with the Progressive Harmonetts

Bishop and Sister Williams along with some
of their children and grandchildren

Bishop J. D. Williams, Jr. and Sister Ella Rose Williams

Scenes from the District IV Fellowship Service
Sunday, February 10, 2008 - Progressive Church - Killian, SC

District Elder Roy Brockington of Mullins, SC gives welcoming remarks

Spirits of Joy of Saluda, SC

Congregation worships with the Spirits of Joy

Women's Group of Florence, SC

Congregation worships with the Women's Group

Echo Ensemble of Mullins, SC

Women's Choir of Killian, SC

District IV Choir

Speaker: Bishop Joseph D. Williams, Jr. - District Bishop

Bishop Williams preaches

Presiding Bishop Edward Smith gives closing remarks

Scenes from the recent
2006 Youth Celebration Services at the
Progressive Church in Killian, SC

Youth Choir of Columbia, SC renders songs of praise

Youth Choir of Killian, SC renders songs of praise

Congregation worships with the youth of the church

The Singers of Killian, SC render a song of praise

Guest Speaker, Elder Thomas J. Smith of Columbia, SC

Elder Smith gives the altar call

Pastor Joseph D. Williams of Killian, SC gives closing remarks

Scenes from the
57th Church Anniversary and
32nd Pastor's Anniversary
Progressive Church - Killian, SC

Congregation worships during the Friday evening service

Spirits of Joy of Saluda, SC singing

Brothers In Christ of Columbia, SC singing

Women's Choir of Killian, SC singing

Glory Lights of Lugoff, SC singing

Pastor Theodore Jenkins of Lugoff, SC
preaches the message for the Friday evening service

Pastors worship with the Killian Mass Choir

Pastors worship with the Killian Mass Choir

Sister Rosa Richardson of Winnsboro, SC sings a solo

Pastor J. D. Williams enjoys a special moment as
the Killian Mass Choir sings his favorite song

Pastor Roscoe Black of Bishopville, SC
preaches the message for the Saturday afternoon service

Presiding Bishop Edward Smith gives remarks

Sister Agatha Priester of Charlotte, NC sings the song
"It's Your Time" to Pastor Williams and Sister Williams
as a special request by Bishop Smith

Pastor J. D. Williams holds Sister Williams' hand
as they share a special moment as Sister Priester sings

Pastor Williams embraces Sister Priester as
she finishes her musical tribute

Bishop Smith and Pastor Williams embrace

Bishop Smith embraces Sister Rose Williams

The saints in Killian present gifts to Pastor and Sister Williams

Elder Stanley Coleman of Killian, SC
honors Pastor J. D. Williams

Sister Laura Ashe of Columbia, SC presents gifts
to Pastor and Sister Williams

Pastor and Sister Williams thank the many saints who came to celebrate with them during the anniversary services

Saints fellowship during the Anniversary Banquet

Portrait of Pastor Williams painted by
a member of the Killian Church

Pastor and Sister Williams enjoy the banquet along
Bishop and Sister Smith, and other guest ministers

Pastor and Sister Williams enjoy the banquet along
Bishop and Sister Smith, and other guest ministers

Pastor and Sister J. D. (Ella Rose) Williams
along with some of their children and grandchildren

Killian Church Staff


Elder Herbert Samuel -Assistant Pastor-	Elder Stanley Coleman

	Deacon Gary Davis, Brotherhood Chairman Officer of the National Brotherhood
	Deacon David Bell Brotherhood Co-Chairman

Sister Belinda Anderson
Women's Auxiliary President