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The Friday Finish - "acts of kindness truly matter" - High Food Pantry Use - Hearing Post Script - Empowered with Hope - Come & See - Shoeboxes
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 146 min read


The Friday Finish - Seniors Still "Scared" - The Why, Not Just the What - Defined by Jesus - Record Setting Championships - All Festival Choir - Shakespeare & KY History
Concern over hunger continues and the pace of response at Red Bird Mission Community Outreach is picking up. On Saturday, the good folks from Murfreesboro, Tennessee showed up to unload 3,500 pounds sweet potatoes coming through the Society of Saint Andrew.
Tim Crawford
Oct 317 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 267 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 197 min read


Hackers Beware: Red Bird Students Are Taking Cybersecurity by Storm
Let’s be real—getting hacked is one of the few nightmares that can happen while you’re wide awake. One minute you’re buying coffee, and the next, your bank account is drained because some cyber-criminal decided to have a little fun. It’s almost like digital pickpocketing has become an Olympic sport these days. With cyber threats becoming
a bigger deal every year, the need for smart, skilled cybersecurity experts has never been
more urgent. Cybersecurity careers are taking o
ksmith0454
Sep 52 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 294 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 224 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 155 min read


First Shots Fired: Red Bird’s Archery Legacy Begins
At Red Bird, we believe in planting seeds that grow into something lasting, something meaningful. Whether it’s in the heart of a young archer picking up a bow for the first time or in the connections formed through days like this, it all adds up to something bigger than ourselves.
The aim is clear: to keep building confidence, teamwork, and celebrating the unique bond between archery and the Appalachian spirit that runs through our kids, our coaches, and our community. Here
ksmith0454
Aug 84 min read


The Friday Finish - Rev Up for Reading - More Good Works
We've enjoyed two days filled with continuous fun and laughter at Red Bird Christian School (RBCS) during our Rev Up for Reading & Jesus Day Camp!
Tim Crawford
Aug 13 min read


The Friday Finish - Grand Champion Student - Upcycling Economics - Color, Hope & Love - Bible Camper Returns - Digital Energy & Kindness
The entire Red Bird Cardinal Nation celebrated as Lucas Howard came home a 4-H Grand Champion on Saturday placing first with his Science Demonstration in Technology and Engineering , “Stay Safe, Ride Strong: Bike Safety Essentials.”
Tim Crawford
Jul 195 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 115 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 44 min read


The Friday Finish - Camp Builds Skills & Unity - Pop-up Market - Gap filled, sustainers needed - Piano Comes Home
For the first time in Red Bird Mission history, a weekend-long cheerleading camp brought together some of the community's most motivated young athletes. Hosted this past weekend at the Bonnie Adams Lawson Dormitory...
Tim Crawford
Jun 274 min read


The Friday Finish - Home Repair & More - 51 Need Clothing - Aerospace Education Excellence - "Like a million bucks!"
There were plenty of construction workers at the Florida team’s jobsite so a group of ladies joyfully jumped in to help this week at Community Outreach and at Red Bird Christian School cleaning; organizing pantries and classrooms; packing food boxes and school supplies goodie bags; and handing out fresh produce.
Tim Crawford
Jun 135 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 305 min read


The Friday Finish - Red Bird Tornado Response - Fresh Start - Medals & Records - Final Week Accomplishments - Volunteers Work from Home
The tornadoes passing through southeast Kentucky last weekend kept Red Bird families up tracking tornadoes until the early morning hours of Saturday.
Tim Crawford
May 235 min read


The Friday Finish - Living Wax Museum - Cadets Piloting - KY Gives 8th place - 17,199 diapers - Kindy Senior Walk - Silver Games
At Red Bird Christian School, history came alive last Friday in an exciting and memorable way. Students transformed their cafeteria into a vibrant living wax museum.
Tim Crawford
May 167 min read


To Infinity and Beyond: CAP Cadets Take to the Skies on Their First Flight Adventure
“It was very fun, kind of easy; I really liked it. I now want to pursue a career in piloting," says Kylie Hunter. For many cadets, the first orientation flight sparks a passion to pursue a career in piloting. This initial experience in the cockpit is often a pivotal moment in their journey, as it provides them with a unique opportunity to experience flight firsthand. The sensation of taking off, the rush of ascending into the sky, and the taking views from above can be exhila
ksmith0454
May 164 min read


The Transformative Power of Art: A Glimpse into Middle School Artists' Worlds
As a mother, I can't stress enough how beneficial art is for our children's well-being. Teens experience all kinds of emotions—happiness, sadness, worry, excitement, and confusion—sometimes even all at once. Art is an incredibly powerful way to express feelings, especially during those crazy and often chaotic middle school years. As parents, we are the front seat passengers of this emotional rollercoaster ride through the ups and downs as our kids try to figure out who t
ksmith0454
May 94 min read
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