Ladies' game night

Nov. 14th, 6-8 PM

Grab your girlfriends and get ready for some friendly competition! Our Ladies Game Night is back and full of holiday fun. Bring a $5 wrapped Christmas gift for our gift swap and a dessert or appetizer to share. Expect lots of laughs, a few surprises, and maybe even a little bit of bragging rights!


Powell Terrace Food Pantry

nOVEMBER 22ND, 10 AM -12PM

Join us as we partner with the Boy Scouts to receive and sort food donations for Powell Terrace Food Pantry! This is a great chance to serve our community in a hands-on way and help ensure families in need are cared for this season.

We’ll be working outside, so be sure to dress warmly and come prepared for November weather. All ages are welcome to help with this event, but middle and high school students should be accompanied by an adult. All volunteers will meet at Powell Terrace.

Please sign up by November 16 so we know you’ll be there to help!

Grow luncheon

November 30th, 12 pm

If you’re new to Ridgecrest or simply want to learn more about who we are, join us for our Discover Ridgecrest Luncheon! This relaxed gathering is a great way to meet some of our pastors and staff, hear about the mission and ministries of Ridgecrest, and see how you can get connected.
You’ll also learn a bit about what it looks like to be part of the Ridgecrest family—but there’s no commitment or next step required. Just come enjoy lunch and get to know us better!

WIDOWS' BANQUET

DEC. 5TH, 6 pm

Sign up here– as an attendee or volunteer!

Doors open at 5:30 pm.

Step into a night of holiday joy designed especially for widows—a time to be surrounded by love, encouragement, and community. This festive evening will include a delicious catered meal, inspiring music, and uplifting fellowship. Our goal is to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where you can relax, celebrate the season, and be reminded that you are deeply valued and never alone.

To make this evening truly special, we need the help of volunteer hostesses! Volunteers play a vital role by setting up, welcoming guests, serving, and creating a warm, festive atmosphere for the widows we are honoring. Whether you’re a widow attending or a volunteer hostess serving, you’ll use the same registration link below. (Once you begin, you’ll be able to select if you’re attending as a guest or signing up to serve.)

Please register by December 2nd.

STUDENT LIFE CAMP

GRADES 7-12

JUNE 22-26TH

Get ready for an awesome week in the Smoky Mountains! This camp is for students who will have completed 7th–12th grade, and it’s packed with powerful worship, inspiring teaching, and unforgettable memories.

We’ll stay together in a huge cabin (separate rooms and showers for guys and girls) where we’ll share meals, laugh a lot, and grow closer as a group. Each day we’ll head to Student Life Smokies Camp in Sevierville, TN, with worship led by STS Worship and teaching from David Nasser and D.A. Horton.

Afternoons bring time for hiking, shopping, or exploring, and evenings are for games, hanging out, and relaxing at the cabin. It’s going to be a week full of fun, friendship, and life-changing moments!

Cost: $300 (before fundraisers or scholarships—final cost may be less)
Deposit: $75 due by January 25, 2026
Balance due later

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

CLASS STARTS SEPT. 18TH, 6:30 - 8 PM

Would you like to learn or improve your English in a welcoming and friendly environment? 

We are offering weekly classes during the school year to help you with speaking, reading, and understanding English! In class, much of the time you will be practicing the things you are learning by talking with other students.

There is no cost for the class making this a great opportunity to improve your language skills! Whether you're a beginner or want to speak better English, these ESL classes are designed to help you succeed.

You can join ESL even if classes have started for the year.

pRIME tIMER'S

wORSHIP & pOTLUCK

FIRST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH - 10:30 AM

Join our Prime Timers for a delightful potluck gathering every first Tuesday of the month at 10:30 AM. The event starts with singing hymns and a special speaker, followed by a potluck. After enjoying a meal together, the fun continues with engaging games and activities. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to connect, laugh, and enjoy the company of friends!

WOMEN'S BOOK CLUB

EVERY 3RD THURSDAY 6 PM

The Ridgecrest Women’s Book Club is a welcoming group for women 18 and older who enjoy Christian fiction. We read books spanning from Bible times to the present day.

Our meetings include a discussion of the monthly book, followed by fellowship time with a dessert provided by one member. Whether you loved, disliked, or didn’t read the book, you’re always welcome to join the conversation and enjoy the fellowship.

We post our annual reading list and send bi-monthly emails to keep everyone updated. Most members borrow books from the library, while others prefer to buy or use a Kindle.

Join us for a fun and meaningful evening of learning, sharing, and connection!


NOV 20 - THE ITALIAN BALLERINA by Kristy Cambron

DEC 18 - THE CHRISTMAS HUMMINGBIRD by Davis Bunn

Men's Breakfast

First Saturday of the month - 8 am

Join us for an inspiring monthly breakfast event filled with delicious food, meaningful fellowship, and a deepening of our faith. Each month, we gather to connect, share experiences, and grow together on our spiritual journey. We are excited to feature a new guest speaker every month who will bring fresh perspectives and inspiring messages. Don't miss out on this enriching and energizing start to your day!

TUESDAYS PRAYER

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Join the Ridgecrest prayer warriors every Tuesday morning as we come together in heartfelt prayer for our church community. Your presence and prayers make a powerful difference, and we warmly welcome everyone to unite in faith and fellowship. Let’s uplift our church and one another through the strength of collective prayer.

IN STITCHES NEEDLEWORK

FIRST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH - 6 PM

Ladies, bring along your crochet, knitting, or needlework projects and join us for a delightful gathering of creativity and camaraderie. Enjoy the warmth of fellowship with fellow crafters as you work on your favorite projects. Whether you're a seasoned expert or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to share ideas, learn new techniques, and keep your hands busy in the company of friends. Let's create beautiful memories together, one stitch at a time!

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