Who We Are WELCOME We are a community of people who have encountered a life-changing God. Our mission is simple: to CONNECT with God and to CONNECT with others, to LOVE as Jesus loved, and to SERVE our community.

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March January February / / 14   Senior Adult
        Potluck Luncheon
All senior adults ages 55 and up: Join us for a potluck luncheon in Halley Hall at 11:00 am. Bring your favorite dish! 12    Pinewood Derby Join us for our 5th annual little derby pinewood races for all ages! Check-in and weigh-in begins at 4:00 PM and the races will begin at 5:00 PM. Concessions will be available for purchase during the races.

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  4    EASTER
         EGGSTRAVAGANZA
Join us for our annual Easter EGGstravaganza! There will be food, games, and a giant egg hunt for all children up to 5th grade. The whole family is invited to join the fun beginning at 10:00 AM and ending at noon!   5   EASTER SUNDAY Sunday School at 9:15 AM followed by our Easter Worship Service at 10:30 AM. You don't want to miss this time of worship! UPCOMING EVENTS / July 26   Youth Cake Auction
         Fund Raiser
Join us for a sweet event at our Cake Auction! Bid on a variety of delicious, homemade cakes and treats or one of our silent auction items to support of our Student Ministry!

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June / May / April 2026 / 19   Women of Faith
         Celebration
All ladies are invited to our Women’s Celebration event featuring guest speaker, Hallie Dye! The conference will begin at 3:00 PM in the worship center.

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April February March / /   2    Men's BBQ
         Fellowship
All men are invited to join us for great BBQ and a fun time of fellowship. Begins at 5:00 PM in Halley Hall.

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17    Graduation
         Sunday
We will recognize all Kindergarten, High School, and College graduates during the morning worship service. 25-27   Youth  summer
                 Send-off
Kick off summer with an epic trip to Texas! Students will enjoy an exciting Texas Rangers vs. Houston Astros game, spend a full day riding coasters and hanging out at Six Flags Over Texas, and make plenty of memories together along the way. We’ll wrap up the trip with a legendary stop at Buc-ee’s before heading home. This is a great chance to celebrate the end of the school year, spend time with friends, and start the summer off right.

For students completing 6th - 12th grades.

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UPCOMING EVENTS / August          Children Ministry
         Pool Party
Kids pool party at Mrs. Jamye's house! There will be food and fun for all! Kids and parents welcome! Please bring a towel! Begins at 5:00 PM.   3    Blood Drive Give the gift of life... give blood! The LifeShare blood bus will be at our church from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

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         VBS Kick-off Calling all VBS workers and anyone interested in helping with VBS 2025! We will have a kick-off meeting at 4:00 PM in the Children's Worship Center. July / June / May 2026 / 10   Mother's Day
         Breakfast
The Women’s Ministry will host a Mother’s Day breakfast honoring our mothers at 8:00 am in Halley Hall. Come join the fellowship! All ladies are welcome! 29   Senior Adult
         Day at the lake
The Richland Parish Sheriff’s Office TRIAD program will host its annual “Day at the Lake” on Friday, May 1 at Poverty Point State Park in Delhi. The event will begin at 10 a.m. and will feature live entertainment by Mike McKenzie, along with activities and fellowship for attendees.

We will take our church bus for any senior adult interested in attending.

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May March April / / 21     Father's Day
          Breakfast
Join us at 8:00 AM in Halley Hall for a delicious breakfast, great fellowship, and time in The Word as we celebrate our Fathers! For all men and boys. 22    Baby Dedication Sign up today to join us in commiting to serve our children and raise them in faith.

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28-5     Youth Nicaragua
                Mission Trip
Pray for our students as they travel to Nicaragua to help lead a Vacation Bible School.    7   Baby Dedication Sign up today to dedicate your children to God! We will be presenting all children at the beginning of service! You won't want to miss this special time of faithful commitment!

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UPCOMING EVENTS / September 28    VBS Worker
          Meeting
Calling all 2026 VBS workers! Join us for a meeting to begin getting ready for our fantastic week of VBS! We will meet in the Children's Worship Center from 4:00 - 5:30 PM.           VBS Worker
          Meeting
Calling all 2026 VBS workers! Join us for a meeting to begin getting ready for our fantastic week of VBS! We will meet in the Children's Worship Center from 3:30 - 4:30 PM. 18     Praise in
          The Park
Join us for a pool party at Mrs. Jamye Vick's House! For all children in Pre-k through 5th grade. The fun begins at 5:00 and ends after Sunday night worship service. For directions to Mrs. Jayme's house, please contact the church office. 25   Children's Ministry
         Pool Party
   9   Senior Adult
         Potluck Luncheon
For everyone 55 yrs and older. Join us for a potluck luncheon. Bring your favorite dish and enjoy great food and fellowship. Lunch begins at 11:00 AM. You don't want to miss this Rayville community event. Join us and other area churches at the picnic park by the train tracks in Rayville for food, community fellowship, and live worship music. Praise in the Park begins at 6:30 PM. August / July / June 2026 /
June April May / / 13-18    MFuge Mission Fuge is a missions-focused summer camp for all students in 6th - 12th grade. We will be travelling to Nashville, TN this year for a week of serving others.

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20-24    VBS 2026 Vacation Bible School is an exciting week of learning about Jesus! We welcome all children in Pre-K through 6th Grade. You don't want to miss what God has in store! 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM.

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26-30     Centrikid Pray for our Children's Ministry as they attend a summer camp that's unforgettable! For students in 2nd - 6th grades.

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27   Ice Cream
        Fellowship
Bring your favorite ice cream and wear Christmas colors as we celebrate Christmas in July! Join us in Halley Hall at 6:00 PM.
UPCOMING EVENTS / October 16   Praise In
        The Park
You don't want to miss this Rayville community event. Join us and other area churches at the picnic park by the train tracks in Rayville for food, community fellowship, and live worship music. Praise in the Park begins at 6:30 PM.
14   Senior Adult
        Potluck Luncheon
For everyone 55 yrs and older. Join us for a potluck luncheon. Bring your favorite dish and enjoy great food and fellowship. Lunch begins at 11:00 AM.
September / August / July 2026 /
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Who We Are About Us Start Baptist Church is a loving family of Christ followers who pray together, study together, worship together, fellowship together, and serve together. We are growing together in our relationship with God and with one another, and we are sharing the saving power of the gospel of Jesus Christ with all people. Start Baptist Church is a loving family of Christ followers who pray together, study together, worship together, fellowship together, and serve together. We are growing together in our relationship with God and with one another, and we are sharing the saving power of the gospel of Jesus Christ with all people. Jeff  Thomas Say Hello To Our Staff Andy  Smart Jeremy  Crow Lead  Pastor Worship  Pastor Student  Pastor Brandon  McQuillin Children's  Pastor Jamye  Vick Children's  Ministry
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Co-Director
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Ministries Church Life Children's Ministry Back to Ministries The Children's Ministry is a fun, safe environment for all children in Pre-K 3 through 5th Grade. Our volunteers take time each week to serve your children through laughter, love, play, and most importantly, learning the Word of God. Schedule Sundays 10:30 AM
  6:00 PM
Student Ministry Back to Ministries Worship Ministry Back to Ministries The Worship Team presents music each week that leads us into an intimate time of prayer and worship. If you would like to learn more about our worship team, click the link below to contact our Worship Leader. Worship Team Choir The choir sings seasonal cantatas to enhance the celebration of special Christian Holidays. Choir is available to anyone who loves to sing and is willing to dedicate their time to participate in rehearsals and performances. Men's Ministry Back to Ministries Women's Ministry Back to Ministries The Start Baptist Church Women’s Ministry desires to help women of all ages strengthen their faith, exhibit more fruit of the Spirit, and deepen their love for Christ. While providing a safe place for women to connect with God and each other through the study of God’s word, we invite women to participate in our Bible Studies, group events such as Heartfelt, outreach ministries such as Operation Christmas Child and Thanksgiving baskets and much more! Join our thriving group of ladies who worship God and serve our church faithfully- God has something in store for you! Contact Us Mission Home Back to Ministries to contact Mission Home Click Here Listen Sermon Audio Contact Us How to find us Start Baptist Church
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