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HR 2033

Commending Ringgold Baptist Church.

2026, 1st Special Session Introduced by Madison Whittle

Virginia House resolution commends Ringgold Baptist Church for 150 years of religious service and community involvement.

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Bill Summary · HR 2033

Bill Summary — HR 2033 (Session: 2026S1, Virginia)

Basic Information

  • Type: House Resolution (Commendation)
  • Bill Number: HR 2033
  • Session: 2026 Special Session I
  • Jurisdiction: Virginia
  • Title: Commending Ringgold Baptist Church
  • Prefiled / Introduced: Prefiled April 22, 2026; Offered April 23, 2026
  • Sponsor: Primary — Whittle; Co-sponsor — Madison Whittle
  • Status: Introduced and prefiled; formal resolution to commend Ringgold Baptist Church

Purpose and Intent

  • The resolution expresses formal commendation from the Virginia House of Delegates to Ringgold Baptist Church in Ringgold, Pittsylvania County, on the occasion of its 150th anniversary.
  • It recognizes the church’s long history, faithful service, and role in the local community, as well as its broader religious and mission-related affiliations.

Key Provisions and Content

  • Historical Background (Highlighted Points):
    • Ringgold Baptist Church has served the Ringgold area and surrounding communities for 150 years.
    • Historical origins trace back to the 1850s activities of local Baptists, with early worship at Ringgold Academy (predecessor of Averett University).
    • The church was established in 1876 at the Old Norman House on Ringgold Depot Road; a sanctuary was built in 1879 under Baptist leadership.
    • The congregation moved and relocated several times, ultimately settling at the current location (Ringgold Church Road and Wilkerson Road) in the 1890s.
    • The church has partnered with nearby congregations (Sandy Creek Baptist Church and Union Hill Baptist Church, later Glenwood Baptist Church) and has a long-standing Women’s Missionary Union (since 1912).
    • The church has maintained strong affiliations with the Pittsylvania Baptist Association, the Baptist General Association of Virginia, and the Southern Baptist Convention.
  • Mission and Purpose (as stated in the bill):
    • To proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ.
    • To help congregants and the wider community grow in faith.
    • To serve the local community “in every possible Christian way.”
    • To extend its influence by supporting activities aimed at spreading the Gospel.
  • Anniversary Milestone:
    • Ringgold Baptist Church will commemorate its 150th anniversary on October 25, 2026.

Who and What Is Affected

  • Primary Entity Honored: Ringgold Baptist Church (Ringgold, Pittsylvania County, Virginia).
  • Impact Area: Recognizes the church’s historical contributions to religious life and community service within Pittsylvania County and the broader Virginia Baptist community.
  • No Fiscal or Regulatory Changes: The resolution does not enact new laws or allocate funds; it is a ceremonial recognition by the Virginia House of Delegates.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Formal Action: A House of Delegates resolution commending a local religious institution.
  • Effective Date: The resolution appears as an introduction in April 2026 with an anniversary milestone in October 2026.
  • Presentation: If adopted, the Clerk of the House would prepare a copy of the resolution for presentation to Ringgold Baptist Church.

Summary in Plain Language

This bill is a ceremonial House resolution that honors Ringgold Baptist Church in Pittsylvania County for 150 years of religious service and community involvement. It documents the church’s historical origins, key milestones, and its sustained mission to spread the Gospel and serve its community. The resolution acknowledges the church’s partnerships with other local and Virginia Baptist organizations and its longstanding Women’s Missionary Union. It designates October 25, 2026, as part of its 150th-anniversary commemoration and calls for a copy of the resolution to be presented to the church.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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