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The Friday Finish - Living Legend Librarian Passes - Thank You Thoughtfulness - Hope for 2026
Hearts were heavy this week to hear of the passing of Phyllis Crouse, former Red Bird School teacher and librarian on Saturday. The Red Bird School Alumni Association (RBSAA) formalized her status with the Living Legend Award in October, but students and staff knew many years ago that Phyllis Crouse was a Red Bird legend.
Tim Crawford
Jan 24 min read


The Friday Finish - Most Important Ingredient, Jesus! - On Time Delivery - Family Christmas - 8th Grade Athletes Recognized
In a season of personal loss, my heart longed for a bit of joy. Then the Lord gave me that gift through my 8th Grade Bible Class as we practiced and performed our “Cardinal Christmas Cookie” puppet show.
Tim Crawford
Dec 26, 20254 min read


The Friday Finish - Thanksgiving, Giving Together - 4 DAys Left 'til Giving Tuesday
Out here we don’t always have the finest feast, the nicest clothes, or the fattest wallets. What we have is people. The kind you can call when you’re broke down on the side of the road.
Tim Crawford
Nov 28, 20254 min read


The Friday Finish - Boxes Arrive! - Giving Tuesday Strong Start - James Collett Executive Director - Cardinal Proud - "On the Road Again"
Candace Litton, Women and Children Ministries Coordinator, says, “With the recent shutdown and the holidays drawing near, many families are feeling the weight of the season more than ever. Because of this generosity, they were able to feel seen, supported, and deeply cared for. Their gratitude was overwhelming, and it reminded us just how much these acts of kindness truly matter.”
Tim Crawford
Nov 21, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Love & Serve Like Jesus - Meal Uncertainty Continues - Young Alumni Reconnect - Alumni Awards - Coach Sizemore Honored
Jon North lauded Mr. Sizemore’s influence in his life on Saturday during his keynote address. Countless others have given unsolicited testimony of the positive impact Daugh made on their lives as a student, athlete, or dormitory resident.
Tim Crawford
Oct 17, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Chapel Baptisms - Be & Share Love - Championship Medal - Senior Volley Night - Succoth
The 2025 Annual Alumni Homecoming weekend started today with students from Red Bird Christian School (RBCS) travelling to the original Beverly Campus for a chapel service in the historic Beverly Church.
Tim Crawford
Oct 10, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - "dream bigger" - Dignity & Hope Stretched - Nurses Return - "Old Hands, Young Hands
Red Bird Mission Work Camp does not schedule teams the week of Labor Day, but the north end of Queendale Campus was filled this week with lots of familiar faces, and some new faces, opening up the Fall Work Camp “season.”
Tim Crawford
Sep 26, 20257 min read


The Friday Finish - Scrapbooking to Card Joy - Finding God, "Red Bird gave me..." - Brushy Fork & Leadership - Hidden Finds - "Breezy" dresses & Christmas
Red Bird Mission Work Camp does not schedule teams the week of Labor Day, but the north end of Queendale Campus was filled this week with lots of familiar faces, and some new faces, opening up the Fall Work Camp “season.”
Tim Crawford
Sep 19, 20257 min read


The Friday Finish - "...hands and feet..." - 1 Clay Boost - "Wagon Wheel" - Job Development - Matching Money - Mommy-Baby Fair
Red Bird Mission Work Camp does not schedule teams the week of Labor Day, but the north end of Queendale Campus was filled this week with lots of familiar faces, and some new faces, opening up the Fall Work Camp “season.”
Tim Crawford
Sep 12, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Young But Experienced - Runners Set Pace - Tracing Hackers - Red Stockings - Double Impact - Japanese Nurses
The weather is beginning to feel more like Fall the last few days, and weeks filled with sports programs at Red Bird Christian School confirm the transition from Summer to Fall.
Tim Crawford
Sep 5, 20254 min read


The Friday Finish - SOAR Summit Connections - CAP Cadets Spotlight - Student Entrepreneurs - "We know someone..." - Kari Honored
A small contingent of Red Bird Mission staff and Red Bird Christian School students attended the 2025 SOAR (Shaping Our Appalachian Region) Summit held in Corbin, Kentucky Wednesday and Thursday.
Tim Crawford
Aug 29, 20254 min read


The Friday Finish - Creative Leadership Ed - Students, Staff Return for Hearing Health - " someone who brought positivity"
Even with the summer heat packing a punch this week, Red Bird Christian School has been nothing short of amazing!
Tim Crawford
Aug 22, 20254 min read


The Friday Finish - Dedication, Strength, Faithfulness - Cozy Caterpillar - Positivity, New Beginnings - Experience & Pay - Food & More
Janet had a long history at Red Bird as a student (Class of 1980), staff member and beloved community member. Utilizing her post-secondary training in accounting, Janet worked various positions at Red Bird Dental Clinic and Red Bird Medical Clinic in the 1980’s and 1990’s. She took on the important role of Finance Director ...
Tim Crawford
Aug 15, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Archery Camp Bullseye - Teachers Join Forces - Helping Hands - Produce Support Needs
On Saturday, August 2nd, Red Bird Christian School (RBCS) hosted its highly anticipated Archery Day Camp, bringing together 13 dedicated students ranging from 4th to 12th grade for a day of learning, connection, and growth.
Tim Crawford
Aug 8, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Bernd Grüner, Loyal Friend Passes - Togetherness, Tradition, Celebration - 50 EC Superheroes
this loyal friend and servant of God that graced the grounds of Red Bird Mission and surrounding communities spanning six decades. Bernd was an alumnus of Red Bird Mission School and in recent years served as a dorm parent, soccer coach, and security guard at Red Bird.
Tim Crawford
Jul 11, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - Visit Honors Classroom Partner Inspiration - Unity & Purpose - Alumni Homecoming Set - Malone Nursing
It’s a “fur piece” from Red Bird Christian School to Hopkinsville, Kentucky, but Principal Jennifer Wilder and Chasley Collett, K-1 Teacher, made the trek last weekend at the request of Rev. Steve McVay.
Tim Crawford
Jul 4, 20254 min read


The Friday Finish - Elderly funding still needed - "a small festival" - Connecting Needs - Grandparents Foster Service - Hunger Response
If you didn’t see our special appeal sent on Wednesday, Red Bird Mission Community Outreach received notification that meal delivery and in home services provided by our Elderly Ministries would not be funded the last six program days in June.
Tim Crawford
Jun 20, 20254 min read


The Friday Finish - Class of 2025 Spiritual Preps - Red Bird Continues Tornado Relief - Back to School Needs You
May 18th was a joyful day for the 25 graduating seniors at Red Bird Christian School (RBCS), but tears also flowed with the realization that they would be leaving a place that has prepared them for the next phase of life.
Tim Crawford
May 30, 20255 min read


The Friday Finish - KY Gives Hope - Excellence in Art - Motorcyclists Discover Red Bird - SOAR Celebrates Achievements - Fresh Cuts Lift Spirits - Seniors Honored
You have an opportunity to continue providing hope on Kentucky Gives Day, Tuesday, May 13th by giving to Red Bird
Tim Crawford
May 9, 20256 min read


The Friday Finish - Competition Prepares Students - Visitors Turned Volunteers - Archery Charity - Scoreboard Dream - KY Gives Launce - CAP Rockets
Doing the 4-H demonstration really helped my self-confidence. It helped me focus and work hard to prepare.
Tim Crawford
May 2, 20258 min read
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