I have longed to travel to Iona, Scotland for 30 years, ever since learning about it while in seminary. When CBFNC’s Helping

Congratulations to the following: Bill & Pat Wolfe, married 63 years on November 10   In memory of: Jerry Whitfield Linda Cline

This upcoming Sunday, our church joins Christians around the world in observing All Saints’ Day—a day to remember and give thanks for

In memory of: Linda Cline Jerry Whitfield Jill Lackey Steve Elam Melvin Wright   In honor of: Ardmore Baptist Church Staff

Over the past almost three years, I have had the privilege to serve on the Personnel Council and have served as the

Our sympathy and Christian concern are expressed to the following in the loss of loved ones: The Lackey Family, in the passing

My cousin Hallie loves The Andy Griffith Show, sparkly necklaces, and brownies. She also has Down Syndrome. When she was born, my

In memory of: Jerry Whitfield

A couple of weeks ago, a young man carried out a tragic act of violence that ended Charlie Kirk’s life. He was

Our sympathy and Christian concern are expressed to the following in the loss of loved ones: Beverly Whitfield, in the passing of her husband, Jerry Whitfield   In memory

In memory of: Steve McLeod

“I thank my God for every remembrance of you.” What a wonderful 10 years of ministry I have experienced at Ardmore Baptist

In honor of: Jim & Rosemary Davidson   In memory of: Jim Willard Lillian Barnes Paul & Jan Gill

On Saturday afternoon, September 20, magic will happen in our sanctuary at 4:00pm.  Some 90 singers comprised of the Ardmore Adult Choir

Congratulations to: Avery & Brian Gottwalt on the birth of their son, Boone David Gottwalt    In memory of: Mildred Brown (sister

This Sunday we begin a new sermon series called We Believe. Together we’ll explore the Nicene Creed—an ancient statement of Christian faith

In honor of Rick & Susan Jordan   In memory of Mildred Brown (sister of Bob Alexander) Jim Willard Paul & Jan

In honor of: The Handicrafters Amy Gallaher   In memory of: Steve McLeod   

Parenting is such a strange job!  We are responsible for helping to meet our child’s needs.  We get a front row seat

Congratulations to the following: Bill & Barbara Beattie, Jr., married 65 years on August 20 Mack & Carol Thompson, married 60 years

Pastors often keep things in their studies that remind them of God’s goodness and grace. But Eugene Peterson kept something else in

This is a pretty big week for the church; school started back yesterday for many of our families, our college freshmen are

In memory of: Lucille Crouse Bill Wolfe’s sister, Jane Jim Willard   Congratulations to the following: David & Donna Pardue, married 40

     My internship at Ardmore through Student Serve is sadly coming to a close. My time this summer signifies the beginning

In memory of: Bob Charles Jim Willard  

My husband, Ryan, and I have attended Ardmore Baptist since 2015. Once we knew we would be planting roots here, we joined

In memory of: Robert “Bobby” Leslie Mayton, Jr.   Congratulations to the following: Jim & Wilma Brown, married 73 years on July

We have an amazing Women’s Ministry here at Ardmore Baptist Church. And if you would like to learn more about their various

In memory of: Mel Wright Jetty Hutcherson   In honor of: Diana Davis Jerry & Beverly Whitfield   Congratulations to the following:

In worship on July 6, Matthew Trenchard shared a testimony about the work he and others from Ardmore had done in western

Last month, our family vacationed in western North Carolina. We explored Asheville, Andrews, Bryson City, and Cherokee. We visited the WNC Nature

Cheeseburgers are not my favorite food. I certainly don’t dislike them, but every time I eat one, I feel like I need

June 12, 2025 One of my favorite movies from my childhood is Matilda (1996). It’s the story of a little girl with

This upcoming Sunday is the Day of Pentecost. On this day, we remember the coming of the Holy Spirit to breathe new

I always find myself caught off-guard when Holy Week seems suddenly upon us. Perhaps it is because the chronological location of Easter

On April 2, a 25-person team from our congregation and partner churches will head to Ecuador for a week-long medical mission, continuing

Last week I told you about studying the leadership principles found in the book Leadership Without Easy Answers. This week I want

Earlier this month, I was in Cannon Beach, Oregon for the third of four in-person classes for my Doctor of Ministry program.

In a recent sermon, we explored together Psalm 19 and how the writer of this poem compares scripture to the life-giving power

Jay Van Nostrand is our guest contributor to the blog this week. 45 Philip found Nathanael and said to him, “We have found

Have you ever been asked that question? What do you think people mean? Implicit in this question is the idea that your

This past Christmas, one of the most unique gifts my family has really enjoyed is a Birdsnap bird feeder. Perhaps you’ve heard