Thanking Pastor Don
for 32 years as senior pastor
“Preach the Word, Love the People.”
That was the charge given to Pastor Don on Labor Day weekend 32 years ago. On August 29, 1993, Pastor Don McClure was installed as Senior Pastor of Ridgeview Baptist Church after already serving nearly 10 years as Associate Pastor.
This coming Sunday marks both his 32nd anniversary and his final Sunday as Senior Pastor. While Pastor Don will continue serving the Lord in a support role here at Ridgeview, this is a significant moment in the life of our church family.
We invite all who are or have been part of the Ridgeview family over the years to join us this Sunday as we celebrate Pastor Don’s faithful ministry. The service will include special moments of reflection, thanksgiving, and encouragement as we honor his decades of shepherding our congregation with humility, grace, and unwavering devotion to God’s Word.
Share Your Story
- Write a Card – Bring a card on Sunday (or mail one in) with a personal note of encouragement and reflection. Cards can be mailed to PO Box 477, Stuarts Draft, VA 24477
- Record a Short Video – Create a 30-second video sharing how God has used Pastor Don in your life, and email it to info@ridgeviewministries.com.
- Send Pictures – If you have photos of Pastor Don throughout the years, please email them to info@ridgeviewministries.com.
- Share at the Picnic – Join us at 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 31st, at Coyner Springs Park for our church picnic, where we will have the opportunity to share in person how Pastor Don has encouraged or blessed you.
Please make plans to be with us on Sunday, August 31, at 10:30 a.m. for this special service—and again at 5:00 p.m. for our picnic. Your presence and participation will be a meaningful part of honoring the legacy of a pastor who has loved us well and pointed us faithfully to Christ.