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The Friday Finish - Red Bird Receives Faber -School Snapshot - "People light up" - On-time Delivery - Fire Alarm, Chapel Song, The Place - Meal Strengthens Bonds - Japanese Visit
Red Bird Mission was honored for its century of service in the mountains by receiving the very first Faber Award, given by the Berea Appalachian Fund. Appalachian Fund Director David King presented a plaque to Tracy Nolan, Director of Red Bird Community Outreach and Community Health, and Karla Roberts, Red Bird Grants Manager and Board Secretary, Wednesday during the 2026 Leadership Gathering in Berea, Kentucky.
Tim Crawford
Sep 189 min read
The Friday Finish - We Remember - Going on a Bear Hunt! - Miner's Daughter Turned Author Visits - Volunteer Steps In - Safeguarding Lifesaving Meals
We remember along with millions the tragedy that struck our nation on September 11, 2001. We remember the utter shock and disbelief that multiple planes were hijacked with the purpose to kill innocent people to make a violent, political statement. Our schools were shut down. Loved ones were stranded in cities far away because airlines were grounded. Fear abounded throughout our country. Enter love for one another and unity for a common, higher purpose.
Tim Crawford
Sep 117 min read
The Friday Finish - All A Top 30 - On Time - 8th Graders Honored - $1400 for Chiller Delivery - Birthday Tradition? - Tax Prep Frees Money
Saturday in Madisonville felt like one of those moments where everything lines up and you just know you're looking at something that matters.
Tim Crawford
Feb 286 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 - Donations Funding Meals - Finishing Strong, Together - "...a heart to serve and care..." - Notre Dame Law - Down Memory Lane
Low income elderly residents living in isolated areas without transportation receiving home-delivered meals from Red Bird Mission Elderly Ministries can relax for a few weeks. Compassionate individuals and churches learning about the potential shutdown of vital meals have stepped up to make donations...
Tim Crawford
Oct 24, 20258 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 - 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
Overwhelming Support - Lessons from the Flood - "...in the groove!" - Squadron Leader Assesses Damage - Services for Unemployed - Elem/MS Volleyball Victories
Families are still struggling to clean up and get homes back together, but many of you stepped up to provide resources
Tim Crawford
Feb 28, 20254 min read
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