Ridgewood Louisville

A Holy Conversation on Labor & Bodies / August 31st, 2025

Scripture Reading: Luke 14:1,7-14 (NRSVUE)'
 
Sermon proclaimed by Rev. Hollis Dudgeon & Chris Sanders

10 Minutes @ The Table || Season 2 EP 6 || A Story Of Loss with Rev. Dr. Bill Shoulta

Depending on what side of the battle you were on, the “conservative resurgence” or the “fundamentalist takeover” grieved the hearts of generations of ministers and lay leaders who were trained within SBC circles, and at Southern Baptist schools. Here in Louisville, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary drew attendees from all over the world – until its leadership orchestrated a “takeover” that would turn a blind eye to racism, uproot and shun women from leadership, and shut its doors on the Carver School of Social Work (now home at Baylor University). How do you deal with losing something so dear and formational? Today, we are joined by Rev. Dr. Bill Shoulta to hear his story about this very thing. 
Links:
Battle For The Minds Documentary
All The Buried Women Podcast

10 Minutes @ The Table || Season 2 EP 5 || A Story Of Resilience with Avery Bender

Avery came to Ridgewood as a last resort, believing that church wasn’t all it was cracked up to be — that is, if it wasn’t truly welcome for everyone. She found a home here, and in spring 2025, Avery and her husband, Drew, did what they didn’t think they’d ever do – joined. Avery is creative and kind; her resilience of faith kept her searching until she found home.

A Story of Healing || August 3rd 2025

Colossians 3:1-11
 
Proclaimed by Rev. Derek Chilton 

10 Minutes @ The Table || Season 2 EP 4 || A Story Of Becoming with Rev. Kevin Adams

We are excited to welcome Rev. Kevin Adams to the table. Rev. Adams is Pastor to Young Adults at St. Stephens Church in Louisville, KY, as well as a BSK Seminary graduate, a husband, and a dad. Rev. Adams talks to us about becoming, and what it means to have mentors, training, and set up support systems to be all who God has called us to be.

When It Feels Like There's Not Enough | August 10th, 2025

Scripture Reading: John 6:1-14 (NRSVUE)
 
Proclaimed by Dr. David Cassady 

10 Minutes @ The Table || Season 2 EP 3 || A Story Of Heart with Rosalind Jones

We learned about Rosalind’s passion for reproductive justice when she shared, fiercely, in worship as part of our Call to Justice in spring 2024. As a Middle Schooler, Rosalind has participated in marches, protests, and conversations in Frankfort as she advocates with Period, Y’all. Rosalind’s story of heart drives her forward.

10 Minutes @ The Table || Season 2 EP 2 || A Story Of Learning with Rev. Jordan Conley

Rev. Jordan Conley is Pastor at Crescent Hill Baptist Church and a longtime friend of Ridgewood. He shared with us his journey of leaving Knott County in pursuit of theological learning, only to learn more about himself and what he did (or didn’t) believe. Rev. Conley shares his story of learning that molded his faith and his calling.

10 Minutes @ The Table || Season 2 EP 1 || A Story Of Deconstruction with Emily Farmer

We welcome Emily Farmer to share her story of deconstruction. While some call it trendy, most have found it necessary to recapture rhythms of faith established in conservative environments, but with different understanding and depth of the love of God. Emily shared her story with us on Transfiguration Sunday, and we’re excited to have her share it at the table.

Baptism Sunday | July 13th, 2025

Scripture Reading: Luke 10:25-37
 
Proclaimed by Rev. Molly Shoulta Tucker 
 
WE WILL MISS YOU PASTOR MOLLY, ENJOY YOUR RENEWAL LEAVE!