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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............Cheryl Hogg

Minister of Music......................Daniel Wolfe

Minister to Children...............Stephanie Barts

Organist.....................................Ginger Collie

Pianist...........................................Leslie Blair

Groundskeeper...........................Doug Motley

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 - Todd Fitts, Kristie Ward

Backpack Buddies

1/08 - Pam Tuck and Cheryl Hogg

1/15 - Suzanne and Ronnie Emerson

1/22 - Page and Katie Reynolds

1/29 - Betty Jo and David Foster

Counting Committee Schedule

1/05 - Team 1 - Mary Hughes, Mac McDowell, Lauren Horne

1/12 - Team 2 - Dianne Donahoe, Linda Snead, Suzanne Emerson

Nursery Schedule

1/05 - Brad and Bonnie McDarmont, Debbie Bernard 1/12 - Suzanne Emerson, Betty Jo Foster, Kitty Anderson

1/19 - Diane Foster, Sammy McCormick, Donna Martin

1/26 - Sandra Gauldin, Nancy Adams, Dianne Donahoe

Ushers - Robbie Richardson, Larry Collie, John Foster, Billy DeMott,

Landon Horne, Chester Snead, David Wyatt

Message Board Schedule

January - Pam Tuck February - Sara McDowell and Kristie Ward

Bereavement Team

January - Sammy and Phyllis McCormick

February - James and Linda Snead

CHURCH OFFICE HOURS

Monday - Friday

9:00 am - 2:00 pm

I know the New Year is about to begin, but when I read this story written by a mom’s personal experience from Christ-

mas, I had to share it with you. I believe it fits any time of year especially around Christmas. The title of the story is

“The W in Christmas”.

Each December, I vowed to make Christmas a calm and peaceful experience. I had cut back on nonessential

obligations - extensive card writing, endless baking, decorating, and even overspending. Yet still, I found my-

self exhausted, unable to appreciate the precious family moments, and of course, the true meaning of Christ-

mas. My son, Nicholas, was in kindergarten that year. It was an exciting season for a six year old. For weeks,

he'd been memorizing songs for his school's "Winter Pageant." I didn't have the heart to tell him I'd be working

the night of the production. Unwilling to miss his shining moment, I spoke with his teacher. She assured me

there'd be a dress rehearsal the morning of the presentation. All parents unable to attend that evening were wel-

come to come then. Fortunately, Nicholas seemed happy with the compromise.

So, the morning of the dress rehearsal, I filed in ten minutes early, found a spot on the cafeteria floor and sat

down. Around the room, I saw several other parents quietly scampering to their seats. As I waited, the students

were led into the room. Each class, accompanied by their teacher, sat cross-legged on the floor. Then, each

group, one by one, rose to perform their song. Because the public school system had long stopped referring to

the holiday as "Christmas," I didn't expect anything other than fun, commercial entertainment songs of reindeer,

Santa Claus, snowflakes, and good cheer. So, when my son's class rose to sing, "Christmas Love," I was slight-

ly taken aback by its bold title.

Nicholas was aglow, as were all of his classmates, adorned in fuzzy mittens, red sweaters, and bright snowcaps

upon their heads. Those in the front row- center stage - held up large letters, one by one, to spell out the title of

the song. As the class would sing "C is for Christmas," a child would hold up the letter C. Then, "H is for Hap-

py," and on and on, until each child holding up his portion had presented the complete message, "Christmas

Love."

The performance was going smoothly, until suddenly, we noticed her; a small, quiet, girl in the front row hold-

ing the letter "M" upside down - totally unaware her letter "M" appeared as a "W". The audience of 1st through

6th graders snickered at this little one's mistake. But she had no idea they were laughing at her, so she stood

tall, proudly holding her "W". Although many teachers tried to shush the children, the laughter continued until

the last letter was raised, and we all saw it together.

A hush came over the audience and eyes began to widen. In that instant, we understood the reason we were

there, why we celebrated the holiday in the first place, why even in the chaos, there was a purpose for our fes-

tivities. For when the last letter was held high, the message read loud and clear:

"C H R I S T W A S L O V E"

And He still is.

Pastor Duane

January 2020

The Ringgold

Reflector

As I prepare to end my term on the Deacon Team of RBC, I just want to thank all of you who have supported the Deacon ministry in the past 3

years, as well as those who have served before, and those who will be serving in the future. The Deacons are here to serve and support RBC and the

community. I hope that you will continue to use and support them in their ministry. There are many exciting changes occurring at RBC, including

new ministers joining our children and youth ministries, as well as other programs we are going to be putting in place in 2020.

Joining the Deacons for 2020 will be Ray McDowell, Mac McDowell, David Johnson, and Robbie Parker. They will be joining the returning 2020

Deacons: Brian Horne, Ronnie Emmerson, James Snead, Larry Collie, Chris Bass, Sammy McCormick, Billy DeMott, and Lawrence Gilbert. As

you can see, RBC is being left in great hands for the Deacon Team in 2020.

As we move into the New Year, I leave you with a few quotes to ponder in 2020 and beyond:

*Of all persons the Christian should be best prepared for whatever the New Year brings. He has dealt with life at its source. In Christ he has disposed

of a thousand enemies that other men must face alone and unprepared. He can face his tomorrow cheerful and unafraid because yesterday he turned

his feet into the ways of peace and today he lives in God. The man who has made God his dwelling place will always have a safe

habitation.

Aiden Wilson Tozer

*I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.

Paul the Apostle

*Be at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let every new year find you a better man.

Benjamin Franklin

*Maybe this year, we ought to walk through the rooms of our lives not looking for flaws, but looking for potential.

Ellen Goodman

*Write it on your heart that every day is the best day in the year.

Ralph Waldo Emerson

May God continue to bless us all in 2020 and beyond.

Art Johnson

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Christmas Caroling

Memories......

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A Message from the Children’s Minister

December was such an exciting month and we enjoyed celebrating the birth of Jesus! We will be using a

different curriculum upstairs during children’s church which I am very excited about!

Possible Upcoming Children’s Events – More Information To Come

January – Going Bowling or going to Skatetown

February – Going snow tubing (Parents will need to attend with their

child) and a parent’s morning or evening out

Stephanie Barts

A special Thank You to our Ringgold Baptist Church family for the Christmas cards & gifts.

The RBC Ministry staff ~ Pastor Duane, Dan, Stephanie, Ginger, Leslie, Cheryl, & Doug.

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Our deepest Christian sympathy to:

The family & friends of Lee Ewing, whose grandmother died.

The family & friends of Jay Pancost in his passing.

The family & friends of Nancy Lester Riddle in her passing.

The family and friends of Peggy Barker in her passing.

The family and friends of Virginia Lovelace in her passing.

The family and friends of Shirley Farthing in her passing.

The family and friends of Linda Saunders in her passing.

The family and friends of Keisha Jones in her passing.

The family and friends of Barry Yeatts in his passing.

My Ringgold Church Family, The words "Thank You" are two very small words that have a very special meaning and so much love from my fami-

ly and me. All the calls, cards, visits and wonderful food have been a great blessing. With Jesus and my church family

beside me, I know I can make it through any hardship. Prayer is so powerful. A special "Thank You" to Pastor Duane, Ron-

nie & Suzanne, Brian & Cheryl for being with Ray and supporting him during my surgery.

Thank you all so very much. Sara McDowell

Dear Church Family, Thank you all for the many gifts you have given us in this Christmas season. Thank you for the cards, for the gift

cards, for the gifts of food and money, and for the gifts you made with your own hands. All of these gifts are wonderful because we know they are given with love. The love you lavish on us is the greatest gift you could give and you give it

generously. We thank God continually for bringing us to Ringgold. We cherish each moment.

We love you all, Duane and Dena

Dan and Choir, I wanted to send a special Thank You for the Christmas Cantata that I was blessed to hear on Sunday, December

15. As a choir member's wife, I know how much hard work goes into the Christmas and Easter Cantatas and all the spe-

cial music we get to enjoy throughout the year. I have always said you guys are the best (you rock). God has blessed our church with so much talent and love for music. Again, the Christmas Cantata this year was awesome. Thank you all

again. Sara McDowell

Our shut-in for January is

Charles Anderson

775 Countryside Drive

Ringgold VA 24586

You may leave your cards for

Charles in the mailbox through

January 31.

Thanks to all who have been a part of the J.O.Y. Club

this year.

So many of you have helped each month to make our

meetings special with delicious food, clean up and

other duties as needed. However, we couldn't have

made it without some men in the group who went the

extra mile to lend their help, cooking skills and

muscle power! A huge Big Thank You - you know

who you are!

I hope 2020 brings many blessings and good health to each of you.

Weather permitting, we WILL meet on Tuesday, January 28th at noon.

Harriett

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Wow! What a Joy it is to be part of the Ringgold Baptist Family.

More than six years ago I was welcomed by a group of people I did not know. Needless to

say, there was a lot of apprehension on my part, but since our beginning together I have felt

more love and caring that I ever anticipated. Thank you one and all for the kind, loving sup-

port you offer. God bless.

The incredible RBC Choir did an outstanding job presenting our Christmas Cantata this year.

“Joy! Unspeakable Joy!” was a definite “hit” amongst you all. And we certainly enjoyed the

preparation and final performance – our gift in remembrance of the birth of our Lord and Savior – Jesus Christ. Merry

Christmas!!!

Now we look forward to Easter. Easter 2020 is on Sunday, April 12.

We really need more participation in the choir AND any other musical talents you have to share with the congregation.

Young folks especially… Talk to me or anyone else in the choir. If you have a talent playing guitar, for instance, we

can use you… or flute, or saxophone, or violin, or drums, or any other instrument. But…

I’d be remiss not to ask for singers. If anyone wants to join the choir, it’s real easy. You just show up on Wednesday

evenings at 7:30 (of course there are Sunday mornings also). No audition, no interview, no exams. Just bring your

voice. I don’t care if you only sing in the shower or the car. God will forgive all your iniquities as long as you bring

your voice and accept Jesus as your Savior.

“I play the notes as they are written, but it is God who makes the music.” – J.S. Bach

In Christ,

Dan

2020 Offering Envelopes

If you haven't already picked up your Offering

Envelopes, they are located in the Sunday School office.

If you didn't receive envelopes last year and would

like to have them for this coming year, please

notify the church office at 822-5959 or

e-mail: office@ringgoldbaptist.org

Committee Organizational Meetings

All church committees will meet Sunday, January 12, 2020 at 5:00

pm in the Family Life Center. A light dinner will be served and each

committee will meet to elect a chairperson, vice-chair, and secretary.

Each committee will also review the duties/responsibilities and forms

used by that committee. If you served as a committee chair in 2019,

please also plan to briefly meet with that committee to finalize any

old business.

Copies of the 2020 Officers and Committees are available in the

Family Life Center foyer. Members of the Constitution Committee

will be available during the Committee Organization Meeting to assist

and answer any questions.

INCLEMENT WINTER WEATHER

In case of snow, ice, or sleet we will use our One

Call Now message system. It will also be on WSLS

Channel 10.

NO announcement will be made if we are having

services as scheduled. Please remember to use your

own judgment; we do not want you to risk your

safety.

2019 Contribution Statements

The 2019 Contribution Statements will be mailed within the next few weeks.

If you are signed into Realm, you are able to print your Contribution Statement at any time.

From the fullness of His grace, we have all received one blessing after another.

- John 1:16

2020 FAMILY NIGHT

DINNER & DEVOTIONS

SCHEDULE

Wednesday, January 8 Host - Deacons

Wednesday, March 11 Host - Agape

Wednesday, May 13 Host - Pairs & Spares

Wednesday, July 8 Host - Ruth T.E.L

Wednesday, September 9 Host - Deacons

Wednesday, November 11 Host - TBA

Our bi-monthly Family Dinner & Devotions are church-wide covered

dish meals hosted by the Sunday School classes. The dinner begins at

6:30 pm followed by a devotional.

Please prepare your favorite dishes

and join us for this special time of fellowship.

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BAPTIST MEN'S DAY

January 26 will be Baptist Men’s Day at RBC. The day will begin

with a breakfast for all the men and boys of the church. During the

morning worship service, our men and boys will fill the choir for the

special music followed by the testimony of Don Sparks. This will be a

Sunday you will not want to miss.

PICKLEBALL IS THE NAME OF THE GAME

Beginning on January 2nd, the fun is scheduled for

every Thursday at 7:00 pm in the Family Life

Center. No special skills are

required - just a sense of adventure!

WMU Review of 2019 SPECIAL OFFERINGS:

Annie Armstrong Offering for North American Missions - $2,747

Alma Hunt State Mission Offering - $2,000

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering - $4,000

God’s Pit Crew Blessing Buckets - $1,548

Backpack Buddy Ministry at Kentuck Elementary School – $3426.49 (not including Love Offering on

December 29, 2019)

Baby Bottle Boomerang - $1,165.07

SPECIAL EVENTS & PROJECTS:

Supplies of band aides, bottles of sanitizer and disinfectant wipes were donated to God’s Pit Crew to help with

a shortage of these supplies.

Lunch was provided to students of the Christian Student Fellowship at Averett University in March.

Birthday cake was provided to residents at Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute in March.

Poly-fil and fleece fabric were donated by Eva Walton Circle for Green Rock Correctional Center inmates to

make pillows for breast cancer patients.

Youth Spaghetti Luncheon received $1,120 for the Youth Mission Fund.

Annual meeting of the Associational WMU was held at Chatham Baptist Church.

Seventy folders were prepared for the Prison Ministry (women inmates) by the Eva Walton Circle. Each folder

contained a birthday card, stamped envelope, notebook paper and word search sheets.

Spring Fling luncheon was hosted by the Eva Walton Circle for thirty-eight (38) people in June.

Five Sunday School classes provided lunches for workers at one Impact Virginia work site during the week

of July 15-19.

Exam Goody Bags were prepared by the Eva Walton Circle for our college students in April and

November.

Eva Walton Circle provided bingo and refreshments every other month for residents of Holiday Village.

School supplies were donated to Kentuck Elementary, Dan River Middle and Dan River High in August.

RBC has eight volunteers who work at Kentuck Elementary in the breakfast and lunch program each week

this school year.

There are thirty (30) volunteers who help pack the weekly Backpack Bags for the elementary and middle

schools this year. (Two people pack each week).

Eva Walton Circle hosted the Beans, Rice & Cornbread Luncheon for Global Hunger Relief in October.

$400.00 was donated to God’s Storehouse.

RBC packed 259 Operation Christmas Child boxes this year.

RBC served as a drop-off center for OCC boxes from other churches and the community.

Seventeen (17) people worked at the Boone Processing Center on December 7.

The first Baptist Women’s Day was held on November 24 with Joan Turbyfill as the speaker.

THE WMU LOOKS FORWARD TO MISSION OPPORTUNITIES IN 2020!!

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