Sunday At The Ridge

9:30 and 11:00am ET

3021 Williams Rd.

*Welcome

*Worship Songs

Won't Stop Now // Desert Song

Revelation Song // Way Maker



*Message

Reverend Andy Ginn

*Closing Announcements

Calling all MEN! 

Men’s Ministry Service Project

Join us for a rewarding day of service as we come together to prepare the grounds of The Ridge Church for upcoming events. Your hands and heart are needed as we clear and clean up The Ridge land on Smith Road in Fortson, GA.

Date: Saturday, April 12th 

Time: 9:00am to 1:00pm

Location: 2201 Smith Rd., Fortson, GA 31808

MORE DETAILS + RSVP HERE

🌊 Baptism Sunday, April 13, 2025! 🙌

Join us for a special Baptism Sunday on April 13, 2025, as we celebrate new life in Christ through the sacrament of baptism! Whether you’re taking this step in faith for the first time or reaffirming your baptism, this is a moment of joy and renewal in our church family.

If you or a loved one would like to be baptized, please contact Andy Ginn at andy@theridgecolumbus.com for more information.

Let’s rejoice together as we witness God’s grace at work in the lives of our brothers and sisters!

"Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit." – Acts 2:38

Souled Out Summer Is our biggest youth event of the year! We hope for every student to attend this life-giving and life-changing student conference tailored specifically to them. Souled Out is open to middle and high school students and is held at Laguna Beach Christian Retreat on the west end of Panama City Beach, FL. Morning and evening worship and speakers set the tone for each day. The conference is discipleship oriented, and each student will participate in a D-Group (disciple group) made up of students of their grade and gender. Each D-group is led by trained, college-age Discipleship Leaders (D-Leaders) whose focus is on helping students open up and grow closer to Christ. Lots of free time is scheduled into each afternoon for individual activities, swimming at the pools or beach, playing in the basketball/Ultimate Frisbee/volleyball, etc. tournaments, competing in the strong man/woman contest, or just hanging out and relaxing. Souled Out is the perfect setting for students to open up and be real with God and with each other.

This year’s Souled Out theme is “Written on My Heart,” based on 2 Corinthians 3:3. We are a message to the world of the love of Christ. 

Worship will be led by Jonathan and Lisa and their band, MOORE, along with Mike Marshall and Mallory Lang.

Jordan Easley is back again as this year’s evening speaker.

The morning speaker is Christian comedian Lee McBride. He brings the word in a straight-forward and funny way, and he always cuts to the core of what’s going on in students’ hearts.

The camp coach, Nathan Carr, will lead recreation.

Click HERE for more information and to register.

Beyond St. Patrick’s Day: Living the Legacy

"But I say to you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you." – Matthew 5:44

St. Patrick’s Day has come and gone—perhaps you wore green, saw shamrocks, or even participated in celebrations. But now that the holiday is behind us, what can we take from the life of St. Patrick that lasts beyond just one day?

Patrick’s story isn’t about luck or legends; it’s about faithfulness in the face of hardship. As a young man, he was kidnapped from his home, taken to Ireland, and forced into slavery. For six years, he endured isolation and suffering, but instead of falling into despair, he turned to God. Prayer became his constant companion, and his heart grew stronger in faith.

Through divine guidance, Patrick escaped and returned home. But instead of staying where it was safe and familiar, he responded to God’s call to go back—to the very people who had once enslaved him. He chose to bring them the Gospel, turning a place of past pain into a place of mission and redemption. His obedience changed the course of Ireland’s history, leading many to Christ.

Now that the holiday is over, how will we allow Patrick’s faith to shape our own lives? Will we trust God in our trials? Will we forgive those who have wronged us? Will we go where He leads, even when it’s difficult?

St. Patrick’s life wasn’t about a single moment of celebration; it was about daily faithfulness to God’s calling. This week, as we move forward from the holiday, let us carry his example with us—not just in memory, but in how we live our faith each day.

Prayer:

Lord, as we reflect on St. Patrick’s life, help us to follow his example of faith, courage, and love. Teach us to trust You in hardship, to love those around us, and to walk boldly in obedience to Your call. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Live by faith, be known by love, and serve as a voice of hope for others,

Andy Ginn

Calling all RidgeRunners kids in 1st through 5th grade!

Find camper and student and adult volunteer registration below.

Camp 4:12 is on for June 22-26!

Early Bird registration total of $340 for the first 50

campers who pay their deposit. 

Total cost increases to $390 after the first 50 campers from all churches. Public registration opens on March 16. 

Camp 4:12 is an amazing week of fun, encouragement, and faith development for kids entering 2nd through 6th grades. Each year The Ridge partners with Pierce Chapel and St. Mark to host this overnight camp that runs from Sunday afternoon through Thursday afternoon at Pine Eden Christian Retreat Center in Hamilton, GA. Campers will experience worship and teaching, lots of swimming and recreation, crafts, chill time, great food, and their choice of two daily electives like canoeing, theater, sports, games, book club, wilderness survival and lots more! Cabins are organized by age and gender with around 12 campers each and are led by a team of one adult counselor and 2 or 3 high school counselors. Scholarships are available through The Ridge for Ridge families. Learn more and register by following the link below. Contact Nathan at nathan@theridgecolumbus.com for scholarship information or any questions about camp.

We need volunteers including parents, grandparents, high school students and middle school students who want to make camp amazing for our RidgeRunners! Many roles do not involve staying overnight. Youth and children's ministry staff from each of the three churches are on site all week, but we need a great team of volunteers to make camp a success. Please contact Nathan if you are interested in helping in one of the following areas: cabin counselor, kitchen helper, lifeguard, elective leader, setup/cleanup, music team, or crafts. 

Click HERE to register your child!

Volunteer & Intern registration HERE

Exciting New Ministry Opportunity: Meals Ministry

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new Meals Ministry, a heartfelt initiative created to support you and your family during life's most significant moments. Whether you’re celebrating the joy of a new birth, navigating the challenges of a hospital stay, or honoring a loved one with a memorial luncheon, Meals Ministry is here to offer comfort, care, and practical support.

At the core of this ministry is our commitment as The Ridge Family to stand by one another through every season of life. We believe that sharing a meal can be a powerful expression of love and community, and that no one should face life’s challenges alone.

We invite you to join us in this mission. Whether you’re interested in preparing meals, organizing events, or simply spreading the word, your involvement will make a difference. To get more involved, please contact Teresa Gunn at teresagunn17@gmail.com.

Let’s work together to build a stronger, more compassionate community one meal at a time.

Membership Renewal & New Member Sign-Ups

at The Ridge Church

As we continue our transition into the Global Methodist Church, we invite you to consider your membership at The Ridge Church. With this change, all current members will need to officially renew their membership as we move forward in this new chapter of our church’s journey. If you are not yet a member, we encourage you to take this opportunity to formally join our church family.

Becoming a member is more than a formality—it is a commitment to growing in faith, worshiping together, and serving as part of the body of Christ. Membership affirms your connection to The Ridge Church and allows you to participate more fully in the life and mission of our congregation.

How to Renew or Join

If you would like to renew your membership or become a new member, you can do so by:

• -Clicking here to fill out our digital form
• -Filling out a physical card in church
• -Contacting the church office for more details

RYM Spring Schedule

Upcoming Events



Souled Out - June 2-6

Sunday Nights (New: weekly themes)

March 23 – 5:30-7:30pm @ The RYM Fun and Games

March 30 – No Meeting - Spring Break

April 6 – 5:30-7:30pm @ The RYM Pray & Share

April 13 – 5:30-7:30pm @ The RYM Worship Night

April 20 – No Meeting - Easter

April 27– 5:30-7:30pm @ The RYM Fun and Games

May 4 – 5:30-7:30pm @ The RYM Pray & Share

May 11 – No Meeting - Mother's Day & Grad Sunday

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Middle School Small Group

11:20am-12:00noon during the 11:00 service only.

Spring Campaign: Attend.Recruit.Let's Go!

For Spring Semester '25, students who attend at least 75% of Sunday Night Youth meetings (11) will receive 50% off Souled Out ($225 value). Also, the top 5 students in attendance will receive a fully comped trip to Souled Out! Plus, students who bring a friend on Sunday night will get an entry into a drawing for prizes and a free trip to Souled Out. An entry will be awarded for each guest they bring, each night they bring them through May 4th.

Parent and Student GroupMe

We have a student and a parent GroupMe account to help keep everyone up to date on what's going on in student ministry. GroupMe is a group texting app that's a great forum for staying connected and asking questions. If you or your student would like to be added, just text or email Nathan at 706-464-7548 and nathan@theridgecolumbus.com.

SAVE THE DATE & CELEBRATE EASTER WITH US!

Ridge Family,

Easter is a season of reflection, renewal, and rejoicing! It’s a time to embrace the beauty of new beginnings and celebrate the incredible hope we have because of Jesus’ sacrifice and resurrection. As we look forward to the life God has in store for us, let’s come together in worship, fellowship, and celebration.

We invite you to join us for all of our Easter events this year—let’s experience the power of Easter together! And don’t forget to invite a friend to Experience The Ridge this Easter.

📅 Mark Your Calendar:

🌿 April 13th – Palm Sunday Services

🙏 April 17th – Maundy Thursday Prayer Stations

🥚 April 18th – Easter Egg Hunt

✝️ April 20th – Easter Sunday Services

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Join us for this year's Easter egg hunt and craft on The Ridge Land on April 18! All kids through current 5th grade are invited. Kids will be divided into age groups for the hunt. Younger kids are welcome to move up one level to hunt with their siblings or friends. Please arrive between 6:00 and 6:15pm. The hunt will begin at 6:45pm. Kids can bring an Easter basket with them or borrow one from us for the hunt. Following the egg hunt, kids are invited to join us for special Easter crafts and pizza.

Rain plan will be Saturday from 1pm-2:15pm.

Please register HERE so we know how many in each age group to expect!

There is no cost for this event. Guests are welcome to join us, and it will help us to be prepared if they are registered in advance. 

College Ministry

Summit College Ministry connects and supports our college-age young adults by providing a bridge between their involvement in on-campus ministries and The Ridge. With that in mind, studies and activities are scheduled during school breaks.

High school graduates ages 18 through 25 are invited to Summit events. Sam Lord is our college ministry coordinator under the direction of Nathan and Autumn Carr.

Questions: Contact Sam Lord at sam@theridgecolumbus.com, 706-617-4051.

As a church family, we are called to bear one another’s burdens and lift each other up in prayer. In this time of prayer requests, let us focus on the needs within our congregation. Whether it’s for those facing illness, celebrating joys, or seeking God’s guidance, we have the privilege of interceding for one another. Together, we can support and encourage our brothers and sisters in Christ, trusting that God is at work in every situation. Let’s unite our hearts and voices as we pray for the spiritual, emotional, and physical well-being of our church family.

Please join us in prayer for:

• Christine Hull
• Jackie Blalock
• Afton Pownall

If you have a prayer request or know someone that does, please email Andy at andy@theridgecolumbus.com.