Changed people change the world around them. Because of that, Oak Ridge Baptist Church recently threw a party honoring all of the church members who’ve “rounded all the bases” (took all four C.L.A.S.S.es —Christian Life and Service Seminars—offered by ORBC).  Over 450 church members have completed all classes, culminating with CLASS 401, since the class system was implemented in 1999.  “We wanted to celebrate those people who had gone through all of the classes,” explained Heather Smith, who played a huge role in organizing the event.  So, she went on, “We threw them a huge graduation party.” Titled “Home Run Heroes,” this baseball-themed celebration held on October 15 th was more than just a great party (though sources say organizers knocked the festivities aspects of the event out of the park, too!).  But the celebration was also a fantastic chance to equip the Home Run Heroes (over 150 of whom were in attendance) with information to make them aware of se...

Ordinary People. Empowered by God. Doing What Jesus Did. Wherever They Are.  These are the words members of Oak Ridge Baptist Church live by when they engage in the PEACE Plan—our church-wide commitment to Promote reconciliation, Equip servant leaders, Assist the poor, Care for the sick, and Educate the next generation.  More than words, however, the PEACE Plan in Action is about showing the love of Jesus in tangible ways in and beyond our community. PEACE in Action has been busy lately:  over the summer, one especially notable project was a completely member-led and organized remodeling project for Ms. Sharon, one of ORBC’s own whose name came up when member Danny Guzman turned to our church family with a goal: “I’m looking for someone who could use a real blessing.”   Two different people approached Danny to direct him toward Ms. Sharon, of whom Danny said, “She is such an awesome lady, and her need was great.” In the midst of a battl...