Philadelphia Baptist Church

10/05/2026

Aaron's Heart is a ministry to families living with disabilities and severe, chronic health needs. Want to learn more about our upcoming retreat, October 29 - November 1? Join us for a free virtual information meeting this Thursday, October 8, at 7 PM! Click here to sign up ->
https://pbcrutledge.breezechms.com/form/AHInfo_2026_10_08

10/01/2026

Thank you to everyone who has helped spread the word about our upcoming Aaron’s Heart Family Retreat!

Want to know what the retreat is really like? Take a few minutes to watch this highlight from last year’s retreat for a glimpse of the fun, fellowship, encouragement, and memories these families share. 👇

🎥 Watch the retreat highlight video:
https://youtu.be/z1XYYQBY3sI

Know a family living with disability or significant chronic health needs? Please share this post with them. They may not know a weekend like this exists, and it could be a tremendous encouragement to their family!

❤️ Learn more and apply:
https://pbcrutledge.org/aarons-heart-family-retreat/

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09/28/2026

Dear Friend of PBC,

It is a joy to introduce you to a ministry that God has led Philadelphia Baptist Church in Rutledge, GA, to begin. For years, we have been burdened to help families to whom God has entrusted loved ones with special needs and disabilities. These families often feel isolated and overlooked because they cannot participate in traditional summer camps and family retreats. Yet their needs are just as great as anyone’s, and often greater, given the complex nature of living with these conditions. Churches often want to bless these families but struggle to know how best to do so.

This is where Aaron’s Heart comes in. Hosted by Philadelphia Baptist Church in Rutledge, GA, Aaron’s Heart is a family retreat specifically for families impacted by disabilities. This retreat will feature a program similar to a traditional family retreat, tailored specifically for families impacted by disability. Focused Bible preaching and teaching, activities everyone can enjoy, delicious food, relaxing accommodations, and need-specific sessions for every family member will uplift and encourage each family.

God has opened the door for us to partner with Camp Twin Lakes, here in Rutledge, GA, to host this family retreat from October 29 through November 1, 2026. Camp Twin Lakes was founded in 1993 as a purpose-built camp for children and families with disabilities, serious health issues, and other life challenges. The camp is fully ADA-accessible, right down to the zip line and giant swing that can accommodate people with disabilities!

This burden is too big for us to bear alone, so we need your help! Do you know of a family with disabilities that could benefit from a retreat like this? Please pass along our information and encourage them to consider attending. For more information or to apply, visit https://pbcrutledge.org/aarons-heart-family-retreat/

Just like Aaron used his hands and his voice to help his brother, Moses, we want to use our hands and our voice to encourage our brothers and sisters in Christ who have been called to care for a loved one with special needs. By God’s grace and with your help, we can make a difference in their lives with an eternal impact.

In Christ,
Pastor Steven Chambers

https://pbcrutledge.org/aarons-heart-family-retreat/

Aaron’s Heart Family Retreat October 29th – November 1st, 2026 Hosted by Philadelphia Baptist Church in Rutledge, GA, Aaron’s Heart is a family retreat specifically for families impacted by disabilities. This retreat will feature a program similar to a traditional family retreat, tailored spec...

08/17/2026

HOMESCHOOL FELLOWSHIP HIGHLIGHT!

If you Google "Jack of all Trades," you just might find Mr. David Riffel's picture in the search results. Not only is he the locally world-famous youth pastor of Philadelphia Baptist Church, but he's also an all-around handyman who has been fixing machines since before he could legally drive... As one of our Shop Class teachers, Mr. Riffel brings unmatched enthusiasm to the classroom, guaranteeing your boys will come away having learned how to fix stuff and have fun while doing it! Email today for more information or to register: [email protected]

08/17/2026

PHF ORIENTATION 2026

Hello Homeschool Friends!

We are thrilled to be starting our 9th year of the Philadelphia Homeschool Fellowship this week! Wednesday, August 19 is the official kickoff to another awesome semester. Classes start at 1:30 & 2:30 PM, and Open Fellowship time is from 1:30-4:30 PM. If you have not received information on the classes offered this fall, email us at [email protected], and we will be happy to send that to you!

This week, we will have a brief orientation for everyone at 3:30 PM in the auditorium, followed by Game Time for all kids ages 7 and above. See you Wednesday!

08/11/2026

HOMESCHOOL FELLOWSHIP HIGHLIGHT!
With 25+ years of Spanish learning and real-world use, Señora Pineda teaches practical, conversational Spanish with a focus on natural pronunciation. She has taught Spanish in homeschool co-ops, tutored children and adults, and served as a Spanish-English interpreter for over 20 years. Her goal is simple: make Spanish useful, enjoyable, and easy to learn! Contact her today for class information or to register your student! [email protected] Leah Pineda

08/10/2026

HOMESCHOOL FELLOWSHIP HIGHLIGHT!

Mrs. Laine Chambers began learning the piano as a child and continued her piano and music education through college. She has been accompanying choirs, congregations, and soloists since she was a teenager. Whether she's playing classical music like Bach or Rachmaninoff or improvising on hymns for worship, her love of music shines through. For over a decade, she has taught students of all skill levels how to read music, play the piano, and share the gift of beautiful music with others. We are blessed to have her as an instructor at PHF!

08/07/2026

HOMESCHOOL FELLOWSHIP HIGHLIGHT!

Mrs. Danielle McIntyre loves music and loves to teach children to enjoy it too! She learned piano at an early age and went on to learn many other instruments too. In addition to her musical accomplishments, Mrs. Danielle has been an advocate for the blind for many years. She is a founder of C.R.A.B., Children Raised Around the Blind. You can learn more about their organization here: https://childrenraisedaroundtheblind.net/about-crab/

Mrs. McIntyre will be teaching a Hand Chime Choir this semester for children ages 10 and up. For more information, contact her at [email protected]

08/06/2026

08/05/2026

HOMESCHOOL FELLOWSHIP HIGHLIGHT!

If you don't know her already, let me introduce you to Mrs. Kimberly Thigpen, an author, speaker, and all-around awesome person! Kim has taught classes at our Homeschool Fellowship since 2018. Her classes are always fun-filled and faith-building, giving students the skills they need to communicate clearly in a world of confusion. This fall she is offering two classes: English Composition (ENG 10) and Speech!
Check out her website to learn more about her many accomplishments: https://kimberlyrae.com
For more information or to register your student for a class, email [email protected]

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