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4620 Ringgold Church Road
PO Box 100
Ringgold, VA 24586
Phone: (434) 822-5959
E-mail: [email protected]
Ringgold Bapt is t Church
STAFF
Pastor............................Rev. Duane Caldwell
Administrative Secretary.............Laura Davis
Minister of Music......................Daniel Wolfe
Minister to Children...............Madison Norris
Minister to Youth...................Madison Norris
Organist.....................................Ginger Collie
Pianist...........................................Leslie Blair
Groundskeeper...........................Doug Motley
Property Maintenance.................Curtis Lewis
CHURCH SERVICES Sunday School - 9:15 am
Sunday Morning - 10:30 am
Sunday Evening - 5:00 pm
Wednesday Evening - 6:30 pm
STAFF / SERVICE TIMES / MONTHLY SERVANTS
Audio: Larry Collie / Landon Horne
Counting Committee Schedule
8/06/17 - Team 3 - Donna Richardson, Sara McDowell, Bobra Robinson
8/13/17- Team 4 - Nikki Haberer, Brian Horne, Ellen Boyd
8/20/17 - Team 1 - Sherry Shively, Garrett Hughes, Mac McDowell
8/27/17 - Team 2 - Vickie Barker, Mike Shelton, Madison Norris
Nursery Schedule
8/06/17 - Kim Dodson, Amy Adkins, Morgan Hughes
PM - Dara Johnson
8/13/17 - Brad & Bonnie McDarmont, Brandon Jones
PM - Sherry Shively
8/20/17 - Sandra Gauldin, Nancy Adams, Emily Hughes
PM - Cheryl Horne
8/27/17 - Butch & Ellen Boyd, Sarah Sparks
PM - Suzanne Emerson
Ushers: James Snead, Garrett Hughes, Keith Barker, Todd Fitts, Doug Motley,
Bobby Wilkerson, David Burgess
CHURCH OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Thursday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
A Note from Pastor Duane
AUGUST 2017
As we have begun a sermon series on the book of Joshua, one of the topics we have looked at has been success. Dave
Thomas is one who we consider to be successful. The Promise Keepers web site posted an article about Dave Thomas
some time ago that really spoke to me as to how are to live in this world if we to call ourselves Christians. I am sharing
a portion of that article and then adding my two cents to it. I hope you enjoy.
Dave Thomas, founder of the Wendy's Restaurant chain, illustrates the learning value of humility in his book
WELL DONE: THE COMMON GUY'S GUIDE TO EVERYDAY SUCCESS. He writes, "I got my MBA long
before my G.E.D." He continues, "I even have a photograph of me in my MBA graduation outfit -- a snazzy
knee-length work apron. I guarantee you that I'm the only founder among America's big companies whose
picture in the corporate annual report shows him wielding a mop and a plastic bucket. That wasn't a gag" he
continues. "It was a case of leading by example. At Wendy's, MBA does not mean Master of Business
Administration. It means Mop Bucket Attitude. It's how we define satisfying the customer through cleanliness,
quality food, friendly service, and atmosphere."
Dave Thomas got his G.E.D back in the 1990's, having dropped out of school when he was 15 years old. But he
got his M.B.A. when he was 11 years and was baptized and began his journey of following Jesus. He truly took
on the role of a servant, even though he was a multi-million dollar executive of a fast-growing restaurant chain.
He said that Christianity was more than just a doctrine you talked about on Sunday morning. In fact, his advice
was: "Live your faith. Don't wear it on your sleeve; roll up both sleeves and do something about it."
Do you have an MBA? Is your attitude like that of Jesus? Are you rolling up your sleeves and doing something about
your faith? Jesus washed the feet of His disciples. He didn’t mind doing the job of a servant. In fact, He said he came to
serve and not to be served. He asked us to do the same. After He had washed the disciples feet, Jesus said, “I have given
you an example, that you should do as I have done to you.”
I am afraid many people who call themselves Christian expect others to wait on them hand and foot. That is not a Mop
Bucket Attitude. A Mop Bucket Attitude is one where we look to see where we can serve others and then serving them.
I praise God for those I see who serve with a smile on their face, not expecting a word of praise from anyone except for
the reward they know they will receive from their Heavenly Father, when He says to them, “Well done, good and
faithful servant.”
"For everyone who exalts himself shall be humbled, and he who humbles himself shall be exalted"( Matthew 23:12).
That is how you get your MBA. I pray if you don’t already have it, you will work on getting it.
Pastor Duane
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Ringgold Baptist Church
"Sunday of Hope"
August 20, 2017 ~ 10:30 AM
During the morning worship service there will be a special recognition
for ALL that have been touched by cancer.
Those that we would like to include:
Survivors that have fought & beat cancer
Those who are currently fighting cancer
Honoring those that have been taken by cancer
Be sure to stop by and see the wonderful presentation on the bulletin
board in the back hallway. Everyone is encouraged to wear the color
that represents the cancer that has touched their lives.
If you would like to be included or have a special person in your life
mentioned, please contact Jennifer Gregory at 434-251-8956, Bobra
Robinson at 434-250-1825, the church office at 434-822-5959 or via
email to: [email protected]
No photos will be needed - names will be read during the service.
A Love Offering will be received following the service for the
Danville-Pittsylvania Cancer Association, LLC
The Danville-Pittsylvania Cancer Association (DPC ) is a local
Organization that provides financial assistance to cancer patients
in the Danville and Pittsylvania County area.
DPC's primary focus is on improving the quality of life for local cancer patients by providing access
to services needed to help in their battle against cancer. With over $200,000 spent per year for cancer-
related prescriptions, travel reimbursement, medical supplies and equipment, wigs, prosthesis and
other special needs.
All donations remain in the Danville and Pittsylvania County, helping to defray some of the cost to
those who have cancer.
DPC provides emotional support not only in the office setting but also with our COPING Cancer
Support group that meets the last Tuesday of every month, where not only the client is invited, but also
any caregivers that may be providing support to their loved one. We provide access to other education-
al materials and cancer awareness through our association with the Cancer Research & Resource Center
of Southern Virginia.
Working to Unravel the Effects of Cancer
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Dear Ringgold Baptist Church Family,
Thank you so much for the many kind and wonderful ways that you have blessed me! Each card, gift & call have meant
so much. Your visits and prayers made my recovery & move to Brookdale much easier. Each of you are very special to me. I
pray for you and our church as you continue to minister in so many ways. I look forward to your visits and hope to see you soon.
Love,
Minnie Spencer
Ringgold Baptist Church,
Thank you to everyone who called, visited, send food & flowers & cards. A special thank you for all your prayers during
our loss of our daughter and sister, Wendy Moss Wilson. Duane & Dena, thanks for all you did. Everyone was so kind.
Love, Sara Moss McDowell & Ray
Rhonda, Barbara Moss
Wilson Family
Dear Church Family,
I would like to say a big thank you to my church family for cards, visits & most of all - prayers! Special thanks to Pastor
Duane & Dena for calls, visits and tomatoes. I am doing well at this time.
Love,
H.F. & Family
Dear Ringgold Baptist Church,
So very sorry for the late response. Thanks to my church family for everything you all have done. You have helped me
though so many things in the past years and I am very appreciative of it all!
Much love,
Salina Hicks
Dear Friends,
Your church raised $ 909.91 ! As one of the nurses working at Transition Pregnancy Solutions, I get to see firsthand the
impact your support has on this ministry. Every week I meet with women who are facing unexpected pregnancy; many of whom
are considering abortion. Your support helps us offer these precious ladies the medical, emotional, & spiritual support they need.
THANK YOU for participating in this year's Baby Bottle Boomerang. Every dollar you raised is truly a blessing.
Rae Schrock, RN
for Transition PS
Dear Members of Ringgold Baptist Church,
Thank you for your generous donations of (49) blessing buckets. We are grateful for your support and for helping us to
help others.
In His Service, David Willis
God's Pit Crew Warehouse Manager
Our deepest Christian sympathy to:
The family & friends of Mary Ellen Davis in her passing.
The family & friends of Louise B. Moshenek in her passing July 30, 2017.
The first time I drove to Ringgold Baptist Church, I nearly ran out of gas. I tend
to live on the edge when it comes to my gas tank and phone battery. I made it, and
began my audition for the position as pianist. I played hymns at random, one of
which was “As The Deer”. This song is one my favorites. It has such as beauti-
ful melody line and is the perfect setting for a text of longing and spiritual
intimacy. Over the years we’ve sung it many times on Sunday mornings and
the only thing better than playing and singing this song is doing so to the chorus
of voices from the congregation.
I play for God, but I also play for you, RBC. When I’m nervous I try to remove myself from the
equation. There is only serving God and serving you. I am merely the tool to be used or the medium of
choice. Playing for this congregation for the past 10 years means more to me that you probably know.
This church is my family and I love each of you. How many times have you reflected the attributes of
Jesus in your actions and words? One of my favorite memories from this church is when some of you
came caroling on my doorstep when I was only a few days away from delivering Eli. I was so overwhelmed
that I shall never forget that display of love. You’ve encouraged, advised, and given; this church is a
model of generosity and love for others. It’s been my pleasure to serve you these 10 years and I hope to
serve you for many more years to come! Leslie
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Our August meeting will be
Tuesday, August 22 at 12:00 noon
We will enjoy a Barbeque lunch prepared by
our very own Jimmy & Susan Wilkerson.
Please join us, bring a friend and enjoy the
fellowship of the "JUST OLDER YOUTH" of our church.
Remember to bring a canned food item
for God’s Storehouse.
Don’t forget to save your used
postage stamps for our Veterans.
~ Harriett Jones
Our shut-in for August is
Mrs. Virginia Mustain (mother of Dennis Mahan)
Riverside Health & Rehabilitation Center
2344 Riverside Drive, Room - West #85
Danville, VA 24540
You may leave cards for Mrs. Mustain
in the mailbox through August 31st.
J.
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Announcements, Events & Reminders
Church-Wide ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Sunday, August 6 Immediately following the worship
service with New Song Community Choir
Make your favorite homemade ice cream and join us for a great time of
fellowship!
COMMITTEE MEETINGS
• Deacon’s Meeting
Sunday, August 6
following the evening service
• Finance Committee
Sunday, August 13 at 11:45 am.
Sunday, August 6th 5:00 PM
Please make plans to join us for this
special time of Praise & Worship
and enjoy the
gospel & contemporary music
of this talented choir!
You are invited to the:
2nd Annual Ringgold Baptist Choir “Choral Roundup” (formally known as Wing Ding)
Wednesday, August 16th at 6:30 pm in the Family Life Center.
All “present” and “prospective” choir members are invited join us for a great time of fellowship.
After the meal, join us in our wonderful music room (we’ll have a seat just for you) and take part in the choir practice.
Give us a try and consider becoming a part of the Ringgold Baptist Church music ministry!
There is a sign-up sheet located in choir room please stop by to add your name by Wednesday, August 9th to let us know how many to plan for.
As We Serve, Dan, Leslie & Ginger RBC Music Ministry Team
Dinner Menu
Chicken Quarters
Hash Brown Casserole
Salad
Rolls
Peach Cobbler
Tea
WMU Highlights
THANK YOU Ringgold Baptist Church for your donations of school supplies which have been delivered to the local schools. Although the children will never know who gave the supplies, YOU will know that you helped someone with a need. Opportunities to serve the Lord by helping others in our local community:
• Volunteers are needed to pack the backpack bags on a weekly rotational schedule. Two or three people work together each week at the church during the school year to pack the bags. This usually takes thirty minutes to an hour and can be done during the day or in the evening. Men and women are welcome to help.
• Volunteers are needed to help at Kentuck Elementary School during the breakfast and lunch times. Come
join the nine volunteers from Ringgold Baptist who currently are in the cafeteria for approximately one hour each Tuesday morning from 7:50-8:30 AM and Wednesdays from 11:00-12:00 or 12:00-1:00. Mr. Shields, principal, welcomes the presence of our community churches to talk with and help the students. See our current volunteers (James & Linda Snead, Diane Foster, Betty Jo Foster, Madison Norris, Page Reynolds, Ravenna Hawkins, Suzanne Emerson, Frankie Gilbert) if you have questions as to what is done in this
ministry. September 3 will be the Ingathering for the Alma Hunt State Mission Offering. Our individual mission circles always welcome visitors and new members. The mission circles offer unique opportunities of fellowship and bonding in showing Christ’s love as we reach out to help others. THANK YOU for continuing to be a “WMU PARTNER” at RBC!
Suzanne Emerson, WMU Director
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Our average Sunday School attendance at Ringgold Baptist Church from
July 2nd to July 30th was 97.60. During this time we had a total of 7 visitors.
Our youth class had two visitors and our children's classes had a total of five visitors.
Our current enrollment at Ringgold Baptist Church is 209.
Nursery Blessings!
This past Sunday there were toddlers galore in our nursery during church services. There were a few
meltdowns, but mostly these toddlers were simply wonderful. Special thanks to Raleigh Henderson for his
help this past Sunday. If you are interested in assisting with our growing nursery population, please stop by
the nursery or contact Sherry Shively.
Please pray for the continued growth of our Sunday School.
Tidbits