Saint Rilla Missionary Baptist Church

01/22/2026

Please keep our church member, Natasha Norton, lifted in prayer as she mourns the loss of her beloved son. We also ask that you continue to keep the entire Thompson/Norton family in your prayers during this difficult time, asking God for comfort, strength, and peace. Funeral service details are listed below.

10/24/2025

“God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and
There shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor
Crying, neither shall there be any more pain”.

Please keep Sister Helen Richardson and family in your prayers as they mourn the loss of her husband, Brother Bruce Richardson.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. Rilla Missionary Baptist Church.

09/26/2025

💜🙏🏾 With deep sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved Deacon **Melvin “Jack” Reddick** of St. Rilla Missionary Baptist Church. Deacon Reddick was a faithful servant of God whose love, wisdom, and dedication touched countless lives. His absence leaves a great void, but his legacy of faith and service will forever remain in our hearts.

A **Celebration of Life** honoring Deacon Reddick is posted below. We ask that you continue to keep his family and the St. Rilla’s church family uplifted in your prayers during this difficult time.

08/02/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Deaconess Eunice Ann Thompson Love. A devoted servant, faithful leader, and cherished member of St. Rilla Missionary Baptist Church, she touched countless lives with her grace, kindness, and unwavering faith.

**Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 9th at 11:00 AM at St. Rilla Missionary Baptist Church.

Please keep her children, grandchildren, Thompson family and our church family, and her friends lifted in your thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. We find comfort in knowing that Deaconess Love is resting in the arms of the Lord whom she served so faithfully.

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07/26/2025

📣 **You're Invited to St. Rilla’s 57th Church Homecoming Celebration!** 🙌🏽

Come and join us as we honor 57 blessed years of faith, fellowship, and favor at **St. Rilla Missionary Baptist Church**! This is more than just a service—it’s a *homecoming*, and we’d love to welcome you back home. 💙

📅 **Date:** Sunday, July 27, 2025
⏰ **Sunday School:** 10:00 AM
⛪ **Worship Service:** 11:00 AM

We are honored to have **Elder Tracy Davis** of *Greater St. Mark Primitive Baptist Church* bringing the Word! Her anointed message is sure to uplift your spirit and stir your soul. 🔥

✨ Whether you're a longtime member or a first-time visitor, there's a seat with your name on it. Come expecting a powerful move of God—you don’t want to miss this!

📍 13 Barrington Rd., Monticello, FL 32344
📖 *Theme: “When the Family Gets Together”* – Deuteronomy 26:11

Let’s celebrate what God has done, is doing, and will continue to do at St. Rilla! 💫
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06/24/2024

06/20/2024

Join us at Revival!

01/30/2024

ATTENTION! ATTENTION!

The Congregation of St. Rilla Missionary Baptist Church of Monticello, Florida is prayerfully seeking
candidates to apply for the position of Pastor.

The “Rock” is a historic church of 144 years old, rich in
family connections, community values, and the utmost trust and faith in God. We are looking for a
Pastor called by God and who exemplifies the characteristics outlined in First Timothy 3:2-7 and Titus1:6-9.

We desire a candidate immersed in biblical principles, models a strong prayer life, and practices
scripture based preaching.

Serious applicants should email the committee at [email protected] to
request an application to be mailed or emailed to you.

12/28/2022

Be encouraged!

12/26/2022

Praising God for life, health and strength!