It’s time for everyone’s favorite Sunday event in February—the Super Bowl. Except, that’s not our favorite Sunday event at RUMC. I know what you’re all really looking forward to is the Crock Pot Cook Off!

I’m pleased to announce that we will be having our 3rd Annual Crock Pot Cook Off on Sunday, February 9th at 12 noon. This will follow a combined celebration worship service at 11 am. The Crock Pot Cook Off is a great time to fellowship with other members of our congregation while you sample some great food made by your friends.
 
The Cook Off is also a fundraiser hosted by our youth to raise money for our youth scholarship fund which allows ALL students to participate in trips and events without worrying about finances. You can participate in the fundraiser by donating money to “vote” for your favorite dishes. The pot that raises the most money will receive a prize. We’ll also have prizes for the dish that’s eaten the fastest and the dish the youth like the best.

Come to this fun event and taste lots of great dishes! You can also sign up to bring your own dish to share. Please see the event in the app for more information and to sign up your dish.

Christ’s Chapel Annual Fundraiser will be on Sunday February 23rd!

Christ’s Chapel Share and Care Mission is a non-profit organization with the mission to provide food & clothing to support Catoosa County residents.

It is also an important part of our Faith Works program.

The 2023 food drive collected about 850 LBS of canned goods. Last year’s fundraiser was strictly monetary, no heavy lifting, very successful, and total donations allowed Christ’s Chapel to buy over 16,000 LBS of food.

Our goal for this once-a-year ask is $2,400. Just mark your check or digital donation “Christ’s Chapel”.

Look for more information on February 16th or contact Marty McGee at marty@ringgoldumc.org.

Zumba dance and devotion class began January 7, 2025. We begin with a devotion and end with a time to voice concerns and take prayer requests. The Zumba portion lasts about 50 minutes. This is a medium intensity class suitable for all ages and ability levels. Zumba/Dance is made up of mostly Latin music, with many other dance styles included. Some of the genres used are:  Merengue, Salsa, Cumbia, Reggaeton, Bachata, Dembow, Cha Cha, Pop, and many others. If you prefer, you can do this class sitting down.  Zumba is a fun cardio workout which requires no experience. I hear many people say they aren’t coordinated enough to do Zumba. I say yes you can. No judgment. Zumba is for everyone. Come join the fellowship and fun.

Classes meet on Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00 am in the multi-Purpose Room.
 
There is no charge. A donation box is available if you would like to donate to NCIC (Nourishing Children in Catoosa).

Many in the group are staying for the fitness class that meets at 10:00, right after Zumba.

Call me if you have any questions at 423-413-7391.
 
Come join the party!

Information is now available for all 2025 classes.

RUMC will be the host church for the April program and this is a great opportunity for us to participate in this growing ministry.

For more information contact Marty McGee at marty@ringgoldumc.org.

Winter cold is still with us, but that does not deter the 49er’s from their time to share a meal and a laugh or two. Make plans to join us for lunch on February 11 at 12:00 at Fiesta Mexican Restaurant, 110 Kristin Drive, Ringgold. Lunch is ordered from the menu at the individual’s expense.

Looking for a chance to enjoy Valentine’s Day with your significant other? We’ve got you covered! Drop off your kids with us on Friday, February 14, from 5–8pm, and let us entertain them while you enjoy a well-deserved date night.

We’ll keep the kids busy with dinner, fun Valentine-themed activities, and plenty of laughter. This event is open to everyone—no need to attend our church to participate!

Make your Valentine’s Day stress-free and memorable. We’ll handle the kids; you just focus on each other.

RSVP by emailing Kirsten at kirsten@ringgoldumc.org.

Scout Sunday/Combined Worship
Sunday, February 9th • 11am
In the Sanctuary and Online

Crock Pot Cook Off
Sunday, February 9th • 12pm
In the Gym Immediately Following Worship

Valentine Parent's Night Out
Friday, February 14th • 5-8pm
Drop Off Kids at the Children's Hall

Christ's Chapel Donation Drive
Sunday, February 16th & 23rd

Supper with Sally & Dinner with Dudes
Sunday, March 2nd • 5pm

Drive Thru Ashes
Wednesday, March 5th • 7-8am
In the Front Parking Lot by the Bell Tower

Ash Wednesday Worship
Wednesday, March 5th • 6:30pm
In the Sanctuary and Online

General Budget
Full Year Budget: $610,500
Budgeted in December: $50,875
Received in December: $53,156
Spent in December: $49,282
Budgeted December YTD: $610,500
Received December YTD: $565,860
Spent December YTD: $598,191

In Person :
9 AM: 80
11 AM: 53
 
Online:
9AM: 22
11 AM: 12

General Fund
In Honor of Carolyn Turner
by Richard & Carolyn Taylor

In Honor of Beth Kellerhals
by Richard & Carolyn Taylor

In Honor of Sally Ensley
by Richard & Carolyn Taylor

NCIC
In Honor of Sharon Hardin
by Carroll & Janet Cumbee

Ringgold United Methodist Church
706-935-4777 | www.ringgoldumc.org
7484 Nashville St
Ringgold, GA 30736

David Cott, Senior Pastor
Sally Ensley, Minister of Care
Kirsten Lankford, Director of Children’s Ministry
Michael Arnold, Worship Band Leader
Kodi Lowry, Director of Preschool
Taylor Lankford, Executive Director of Worship and the Arts
Marty McGee, Coordinator of Senior Adult Ministries
Pam Blaylock, Office Administrator
Drew Sherrill, Communications and Technical Director
Jamie Smith, Director of Youth Ministry
Carolyn Turner, Organist
Ann McMillen, Pianist