Our annual Ornament Swap is always so much fun with great fellowship and laughter. Bring a wrapped ornament to exchange. Ages 16 and up. Light refreshments will be provided by the Women’s Ministry Team.
Registration is now closed.
Coming in 2026…
Ladies’ Afternoon Tea
Saturday, March 14, 2026 – 2:00pm-4:00pm
We are looking for ladies to host a table. If you are interested, please see Jennifer Thorvaldson or email us at rbbcwomen@gmail.com.
In the words of Maya Angelou, “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Gale Smith, born in Texas City, TX, on March 24th, 1950, was a woman who made an unforgettable impact on all those lucky enough to cross her path. Gale’s life was a testament to the power of love, compassion, and the joy she found in serving others. She thrived in her career with the Department of Corrections, where she committed herself to making a difference. But it was in her personal life, where she truly shone, as a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.
Gale was a woman of many talents and accolades. Crowned Miss Laurens 1969, and even winning the swimsuit competition at The South Carolina Beauty Pageant in 1970, Gale’s beauty was just the tip of the iceberg. Her true beauty lay in her heart, which was evident in her tireless dedication to her community through her active service in the Red Bank Baptist Church. Gale served as the head of Women’s Ministry, taught Sunday School, participated in the choir, and sung for countless events, touching the lives of all those she encountered.
Gale leaves behind a legacy of love and service. She is survived by her devoted husband of 46 years, Dulon Smith; loving daughter, Kim (Benji) Hook; her adoring grandchildren, Tate (Haley) Hook and Caleigh Hook; great-granddaughter, Blakely Hook; her siblings, Ralph Henry (Juanita) Williams and Linda Sue Williams (Joe) Pitts; and her sister-in-law, Marjorie Swofford; along with nieces, Anna Monaghan and Kristen Pitts; and nephews, Kevin Williams and Nicholas Williams. She was predeceased by her parents, Frank Henry Williams and Eula Mae Harris Williams, and her brother, Frank Vernon Williams.
To quote another wise woman, Helen Keller, “What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” Gale’s love, spirit, and joy will continue to live on in all those she touched.
We are overwhelmed by an awesome, Spirit-filled day with all of you! It was a great day to be in the house of the Lord worshiping together! Thank you to Priscilla Shirer for an on time message and to Anthony Evans for some awesome worship time!
Thank you to everyone who came to the 2023 Ornament Swap. The morning was a wonderful time of refreshment, fun, and fellowship. Let’s do it again in 2024!
This year’s Priscilla Shirer Simulcast was such a tremendous blessing!! We had over 140 ladies in attendance! It was a day of wonderful worship, fellowship and encouragement and we can’t wait to do it again next year. Thank you for being here with us! We pray that you left encouraged and that you grew closer to Jesus.
Thank you, ladies, for such an awesome time together! What a wonderful day of laughter, encouragement, and fellowship! May we all remember to give God “All me.”
Girlfriends Night Out was so much fun! Thank you to everyone who had a part in making this night a success! From those who helped with setup to those who brought food to all those who attended—all of YOU are a part of the RBBC Women’s Ministry and we couldn’t do it without you!
As we talked about, let’s remember to be an encouragement to others not only in face to face contact, but also in our social media presence. Let us make much of Jesus in all that we do, in all that we say, and in all that we post. Remember you are an ambassador of Christ Jesus!
Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. – 2 Corinthians 5:20 ESV
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.—Philippians 4:8 NIV
Thank you, ladies, for a wonderful brunch! We enjoyed the opportunity to worship and fellowship together! A big thank you to all who helped to make this day possible.
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