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Volunteer & Service Opportunities

1. Safe to Sleep: The Council of Churches provides overnight shelter for homeless women at Pathways United Methodist Church at 1232 E. Dale Street. There is a need for couples or women to serve from 7 p.m. to
8 a.m. on several January nights.

2. ESL (English as a Second Language) meets Sunday afternoons from 4:30-6 p.m. at Ridgecrest. Chinese students attending Missouri State university for their EMBA degrees come to our classes;  many bring their children. We need people to invest in the lives of these children.

3. Chinese students are now arriving on the Missouri State University campus to secure an EMBA degree within the next 12 months. Enrich your life and theirs by being a friend to a student(s).  As a friend, you will meet with your student a minimum of once a month and text, email or call every couple of weeks to see how they are doing. 

For more information or to volunteer, call Julie Ellis at 417.885.5217 or send her an email.

We Serve Others


Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, Jan. 22

As part of our recognition of the Sanctity of Human Life, we will receive an offering for the Pregnancy Care Center on Jan. 22 in all services. The money will be used to help save the lives of the unborn babies in our community and provide abstinence education at Carver Middle School. How much is the Lord asking you to give?

Souper Bowl Sunday, Feb. 5

On Feb. 5, we are collecting soup, crackers and other non-perishable food items to donate to Grand Oak Mission. Donation bins will be available at the main entrances.

Joplin MT, May 14-19 and Sept. 10-15

We are going back to Joplin to rebuild homes. This is a no-cost mission trip. Sign up at ServeFest, Feb. 5-12, or email P.K. Hinkle for more information.
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Our Community

Adopt-A-College Student
You might remember the days of Ramen noodles and high-priced textbooks. Well, they still exist for college students today, and that is why we invite caring adults and families to adopt a college student for a school year. At the beginning of each fall, you take one afternoon a month to invite your student over to your home and/or take them out for a meal. You’re welcome to go above and beyond this commitment. Invest in the life of a student during this critical growing time in their lives.

AIDS Ministry
Share the love and hope of Jesus Christ with people affected by HIV and AIDS by offering prayer support, notes of encouragement, special projects, phone contacts, visits, and deliveries.

Celebrate Recovery
Biblical approach using small groups to bring about life changes and healing. Worship leaders, food providers, children leaders for Celebrating Kids, student leaders for The Landing, small group facilitators, including DivorceCare and Veterans, are ways you can serve. 

Disaster Preparedness
Ridgecrest is often called upon to respond to disasters or pandemics. Food preparation, housekeeping, transportation, security and the medically trained are all needed when Ridgecrest becomes a safe haven for those who experienced a disaster. Join one of these teams to work a shift and show God’s love during these times of crisis.

English as a Second Language (ESL)
If you enjoy meeting people from different countries and teaching English, this is the ministry for you! Shuttle drivers are also needed to transport students to and from MSU campus on a rotational schedule.

GriefShare
Bring hope and encouragement to the grieving by co-leading a 10 week study on grief recovery. Training provided.

Jeffries Reading Mentor
Ridgecrest has adopted Jeffries Elementary School and allows mentors to read to students for 30 minutes to an hour each week. If you enjoy helping a child learn to read, join this ministry and make a huge difference in the life of a child. Training is available via VHS/DVD.

Job Search & Career Assistance
Assistants help people learn to conduct a job search, build an effective resume, and polish their interview skills.

Residential Care Facilities Ministry
There are many ways to serve, including, but not limited to, visiting, reading, writing letters, and even planning birthday parties. Please prayerfully consider this wonderful ministry.


Ridgecrest Baptist Church
2210 W. Republic
Springfield, Missouri 65807

Phone (417) 887-2317
Fax (417) 887-4208

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