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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Ladies’ Afternoon Tea

Saturday, March 14, 2026 – 2:00pm-4:00pm

Join us for an afternoon of fellowship and encouragement at our Ladies’ Afternoon Tea. We encourage you to invite a friend, get dressed up (fancy hats welcome!), and enjoy a fancy tea followed by worship and encouragement from our mother/daughter duo.

Tickets are $15.00 each and are on sale now.

Event will begin in the Family Life Building with our tea starting at 2pm. We will then move to the sanctuary for worship music and speaker.

We are still looking for ladies to host a table. If you are interested, please see Jennifer Thorvaldson or email us at rbbcwomen@gmail.com.

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE

SPEAKER – KIMBERLY SOWELL

Kimberly Sowell, M.Div., has reached thousands of women through her high-energy messages fueled by a deep love for Jesus. With over 25 years of experience and over 15 years in full time ministry as a popular professional speaker across the US and abroad, Kimberly has developed a style that is engaging, funny, and full of energy. Kimberly is a gifted storyteller, bringing to life both Bible stories and life stories, and you can always trust that she’ll teach God’s Word with a challenge to women to live a surrendered life for Christ.

​Kimberly and her husband Kevin have three adult children, and they love spending time with family and friends. Kimberly has poured her life into ministry, serving in missions and missions mobilization, discipling women, writing Bible studies and curriculum, and most recently serving God in the classroom. Kimberly lives in Lancaster, South Carolina. 

WORSHIP LEADER – JULIA BYRD

Julia Byrd is a gifted soloist and worship leader – and Kimberly’s own daughter! Julia leads worship at Flint Ridge Baptist Church where her husband serves as the pastor. She is a mother, a formal voice in the State of South Carolina for education, and a teacher. Her love for the Lord and her close walk with Him is felt and known through the rich tones of her voice. Julia began formal training and performance as a child, which progressed to leading in worship as she stepped into her calling. Your women will be blessed and encouraged as Julia leads them into the throne room to worship. 

We are also selling the all new 2026 Tote Bag leading up to this event. Bags are canvas bags with My Cup Runneth Over graphic on one side. They are $18.00 each and can be pre-ordered when purchasing your event ticket.

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In Memory of Gale Smith

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March 24, 1950 ~ July 15, 2025

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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. 

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Merry Christmas 2020

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Hi everyone. Well, 2020 is coming to an end. There’s been many challenges this year that came in different forms. With the challenges came changes.

When a storm comes, clouds form and the sky gets darker and darker. And then it hits. The length of a storm varies, but after the storm there is a freshness, a washing of sorts, of nature and civilization. Where once there was dirt, grime, and heaps of leaves, now there are flowers pushing their way through all that to reach up and bloom with an array of color and foliage. Even streets look brighter. They have been changed by a storm.

Through this storm may we be changed and emerge with a freshness, a renewed passion for the life we have been called to as children of God. He is speaking to us! I ask myself and each of you “are we listening?”

Christmas may be different this year, not large gatherings, but the meaning and the focus has not changed. Emmanuel, God With Us.  Jesus left all of glory and came to be our Redeemer, giving us life eternal through his death, burial. and resurrection. We can REJOICE in that truth and celebrate our life in Him.  

We love each one of you and wish you A Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year.

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Ornament Swap

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We really enjoyed our time together at the annual Ornament Swap! 2020 has been a rough year, but Jesus still sits on His throne! And today we celebrated our Savior! There was fun, encouragement, laughter, and even a few tears. And boy, oh boy, were there beautiful ornaments all up for grabs! Thank you, ladies, for joining us. We hope you left today with joy in your heart and were encouraged in your faith. Now go share those special invitations with someone who needs to hear the real reason for the season!

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Ministry Update

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Ladies,

We sure have missed your faces and our times to come together for events. Please be sure to visit our Upcoming Events tab  – we have some events in the works!

A Confident Heart Bible Study – Intro/Book Distribution – August 18th, Study begins August 25th

Girlfriends Night Out – September 11th

Craft Night – Paint & Praise – October 16th

Ornament Swap – December 12th

Stay tuned as events are subject to change due to the current conditions of COVID-19. Our desire is to offer events while following CDC guidelines and to provide a safe environment to fellowship.

Blessings,

The WM Team