<< Ministries >>

The ministry of Acorn Ridge Baptist Church is spread across many outlets of outreach and support. The immediate ministry is of course the local church. Within the church are several areas of ministry. The following is a list and general description of our church's ministries.

<< Media >>

The Bread of Life Broadcast

“The Bread of Life Broadcast" began in the fall of 1982 on WEEB at 990 AM in Southern Pines, North Carolina. It originally aired on Sunday mornings from 8:30 to 8:45. Later it was increased to a full half hour, lasting until 9:00 A.M.

The program features music, announcements about the church's services and upcoming special events, and a message from the Scriptures. The program is designed to both evangelize the lost and edify believers. This is accomplished primarily through expository preaching with an evangelistic emphasis. It is part of the Lord's plan to help us minister to our country and surrounding areas.

The Good News

Over thirty years ago the Lord directed a previous pastor of our church, Edwin Moore, to begin a church newspaper. It was sent free of charge to any who requested it. Through the years it has grown in circulation. Though many of those receiving it have gone on to be with the Lord, others have taken their places. It is the ministry of Acorn Ridge that garners the most consistent and largest positive response. The Lord has chosen to use the little publication to go behind prison walls, across oceans, over mountains, and into homes and businesses all over the world with the gospel message and encouragement for believers.

The Good News emphasizes the gospel and also includes articles of interest to ministers, children, businessmen and women, homemakers, teachers, professionals and laypersons. A few current events at Acorn Ridge are included to help those living at a greater distance away keep up with the things happening at the church.

A sermon is part of each issue. Numerous other articles are generally short and to the point. These are gleaned from a variety of sources and selected with the reader in mind.

You may wish to get on the mailing list and begin receiving the little paper bimonthly. Your name and address will be held in confidence and will not be shared with or sold to any other organization.

<< The Youth >>

Youth (RANGERS)

Acorn Ridge Rangers Club. The club is for grades 1-6. The purposes for the club are to disciple children in the Word of God and to evangelize. The children are encouraged to have daily quiet times, and to memorize scripture. Participating in Christian Services, reading Christian books and inviting at least one visitor per year are additional expectations. They are also required to be faithful in club, in Sunday school and in church attendance. Each child could earn a different level from red, white, and blue.

Our club has monthly activities such as skating, going on trips, playing at the park and enjoying pizza outings. We have an annual award ceremony at the end of the year. The club is from August to May. Pete & Ann Gibbons head up the Rangers club.

Children's Church

Also called the Junior Church, the Children's Church is under the direction of Eddie and Jill Brown. They meet during the Sunday morning worship service.

Teens (SEALS)

The Teens are under the direction of Rodney Swarms. They meet Sunday evenings during the school term (from August to May) for their special service. There are many yearly activities in which they participate - from service ministries to fun outings.

Children's Bible Time

Clay Gibbons, home from Bob Jones for the summer, is heading up a summer children's Bible ministry. It takes place Sunday nights during the main Sunday evening service, and has proven to be great fun to both the children and Clay. Clay is serving in the church for his pastoral internship.

<< Fellowships >>

Men's Prayer Breakfast

The Men's Prayer Breakfast takes place once a month in the fellowship hall of Acorn Ridge Baptist Church - the first Saturday of every month at 7:30 am. We meet for a time of food, fellowship, brief devotional and prayer. All men are welcome and are encouraged to attend. For more information - reach Brian Sykes at 910.949.9990.

Women's Book Discussion Group

The ladies who wish to participate are reading and discussing the book"How to Live a Mary Life in a Martha World." This discussion takes place each Monday evening. More information coming soon . . .