Antioch

-Pastor Dave Vogt celebrated his 12th year as lead pastor at Antioch on July 1st!

-Our youth enjoyed a campout and river float trip at the beginning of June. As they floated down the James River, they reflected on how navigating the river parallels our walk with God—reminding us that when we trust Him, He will faithfully direct our paths. The adventure continued back at the campsite, where the group enjoyed swimming, fishing, and dinner. A true highlight of the weekend was spending a special time in worship together around the campfire, wrapping up the night with s'mores and great fellowship.

-This week our youth are putting their faith into action (July 18th–25th), as they are in Lynchburg, Virginia, for missions ministry with Mission Serve, where the team will be doing construction ministry, specifically building roofs for individuals and families in need while also reaching out to locals and showing them the love of Jesus.

-We had an incredible week during the last week in June at our VBS Illumination Station: Shining a Light on Who Jesus Really Is! Based on John 8:12, our church was filled with energy, joy, and the light of Christ as all age groups gathered to dive deep into God’s Word. Each night was packed with high-energy games, creative crafts, delicious food, and life-changing Bible lessons.

Average Nightly Attendance: 108 comprising babies, children, youth and adults.

Mission Offering: Together, we raised $776.46 to support the Hope for Appalachia mission!

Eternal Impact: Praise God, 4 precious souls were saved during VBS!

-Antioch's homecoming is this Sunday, July 26th and we have Pastor Matt Gowin from Scottsville Baptist Church as our guest speaker.

Buckingham

The Buckingham Annie Armstrong Easter Offering was $2080.00

Our contribution to RAH was $600.00, along with a $100.00 contribution to the Pregnancy Center in Farmville. On Mother's Day, several mothers were recognized and each mother received a gift from the church. A special video was played emphasizing the importance of mothers. On Father's Day, several fathers were recognized with each father receiving a small gift from the church, and a special video was played for fathers.

Homecoming was held on July 12 with evangelist Jerry Gray leading the service. The musical group, Glory Bound, provided a concert before the worship service. Following the worship service, lunch was served in the fellowship hall with everyone in attendance enjoying the food and fellowship. Revival followed Monday through Wednesday with a packed church. Special music was provided each night by the River Bottom Bluegrass Band featuring Roger Woodson on Monday, Barry Snoddy on Tuesday, and Smokey Wilson on Wednesday.

Cedar

Homecoming and Revival Schedule:

Sunday, August 2nd: 10:00: Music by Calvary's Mercy

11:00 Preaching by Pastor Tommy Armstrong

12:00 Lunch

Monday, August 3rd: 7:00 Music by Barry Snoddy

7:30 Rev. Jerry Gray

Tuesday, August 4th: 7:00 Music by Andrew Bowles

7:30 Rev. Jerry Gray

Wednesday, August 5th: 6:00 YOUTH NIGHT Pizza Dinner

7:00 Music by Bethlehem Contemporary Band

7:00 Rev. Jerry Gray

Thursday, August 6th: 7:00 Music by Crystal Martin, Denise Bryant and Evelyn

Jamerson.

7:30 Rev. Russell Snoddy

Friday, August 7th: 7:00 Music by Amanda Powell

7:30 Rev. Russell Snoddy

Chestnut Grove

5th Sunday night sing, Sunday, Aug. 30, 6PM. Music by the Cumberland Gospel Singers. Refreshments to follow.

Congratulations to the following graduates who will be receiving scholarships from the Chestnut Grove Scholarship Fund: Gabriel Jones, grandson of Pam Waycaster (Gabriel will be attending Hampden-Sydney College), Sydney Morris, granddaughter of Nancy M. Morris (Sydney will be attending Virginia Commonwealth University) and Carly Yates, granddaughter of Dwayne Wilkinson (Carly will be attending the University of Central Florida).

Goshen

Homecoming Aug 2nd wurh special music by Barry Snoddy

Revival Aug 3, 4, 5 with special speaker Rev Skip Wallace

Jones Chapel

Jones Chapel had a week-long Vacation Bible School at the end of June, with commencement on June 26th and meal for parents and visitors.

Pastor Dane and members prayed over the Mission Team headed to MC2 at Eagle Eyrie on July 20th. To the JRBA: Thank you sincerely for the donation toward Jones Chapel’s MC2 trip. We appreciate your financial support as well as your prayers as the team learns and serves.

All of our fathers were honored on Father’s Day with a small gift, and Kenneth England was recognized as the father with the youngest child, and Lewis Brandt as the “wisest” father.

The annual river float will be held Saturday, August 15th. This is a Youth event, but everyone is invited to attend and enjoy the day together.

Mulberry Grove

The WMU had a baby blanket dedication for Lauralee Williams.

Revival will be August 7 & 8 with Rev. David Donahue preaching. Glorybound will provide special music on Friday night and Amanda Powell will on Saturday.

Homecoming will be August 9 at 11 am with Rev. David Donahue preaching. Following the service, there will be lunch in the Fellowship Hall.

Sharon

August 9th, 2026

Homecoming Service 11:00 a.m.

Speaker: Rev. Buddy Woodson

Music: Mike Palmore

Revival:

August 10 th , (Monday) 7:30 p.m.

Speaker: Rev. Mitch Crickenberger

Music: Kelsey Mayo Ros

August 11 th , (Tuesday) 7:30 p.m.

Speaker: Rev. Lora Snoddy

Music: Barry Snoddy

August 12 th , (Wednesday) 7:30 p.m.

Speaker: Pastor Russell Snoddy

Music: Terry Ludovissy and Mike Williams

August Church News