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4620 Ringgold Church Road

PO Box 100

Ringgold, VA 24586

Phone: (434) 822-5959

E-mail: office@ringgoldbaptist.org

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: office@ringgoldbaptist.org

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.

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