Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. Join us this Sunday at 10:30 am. We gather to equip the saints to make disciples in our homes, in our community, and in the world. We Are Pleasant Ridge. MISSION AND VISION GET INVOLVED SERMONS EVENTS Join us. Every Sunday Every Wednesday 10:30 AM 6:00 PM Location 1343 Hueytown Road Hueytown, Alabama 35023 Phone 205.491.3771 Welcome to Pleasant Ridge Pleasant Ridge is a community of believers whose mission is to glorify God by making disciples in their homes, community, and in the world. WHAT TO EXPECT? Learn more about what to expect at our Sunday services from attire, order of service, and how to get connected. WHAT TO EXPECT KIDS AND STUDENTS Visiting and want more information about Ridge: Kids and Ridge: Students? Find more about family ministries here. MINISTRIES SMALL GROUPS So much of what we are called to do as followers of Jesus is lived out during the week through small groups. SMALL GROUPS Sermon Series. Sermon Series The Gospel of Mark On April 18, 1775, Paul Revere rode through the night to warn the colonies of approaching danger—because news that urgent must be proclaimed. Yet the message entrusted to the church is far greater. In the Gospel of John, Jesus is revealed as the eternal Word made flesh, the Light shining in the darkness, who came so that sinners might have life in His name. Humanity lies in spiritual darkness, enslaved to sin and under judgment, but God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. Through His death and resurrection, Christ has conquered sin and death and now calls all people to repent and believe. LEARN MORE The Gospel of Mark Every Sunday LEARN MORE Wednesday Night Meals Every Wednesday LEARN MORE Send Relief Serve Tour — Birmingham Fri, Mar 20 LEARN MORE Chat

Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Hueytown is a community focused, gospel centered family where you can belong, grow, and thrive. We are a Southern Baptist church in the southwest Birmingham and west Bessemer area. Watch Now Next Livestream | Sunday at 10:30 am Can't physically join us for worship? Join us online at 10:30 am for the Pleasant Ridge Live Stream service. Watch 10:30 am Livestream Watch Previous Services Current Sermon Series Sermon Series The Gospel of Mark On April 18, 1775, Paul Revere rode through the night to warn the colonies of approaching danger—because news that urgent must be proclaimed. Yet the message entrusted to the church is far greater. In the Gospel of John, Jesus is revealed as the eternal Word made flesh, the Light shining in the darkness, who came so that sinners might have life in His name. Humanity lies in spiritual darkness, enslaved to sin and under judgment, but God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. Through His death and resurrection, Christ has conquered sin and death and now calls all people to repent and believe. LEARN MORE 01. Mark 1:1-13 The Gospel of Mark 02. Mark 1:14-20 The Gospel of Mark 03. Mark 1:21-34 The Gospel of Mark 04. Mark 1:35-39 The Gospel of Mark 05. Mark 1:40-45 The Gospel of Mark 06. Palm Sunday Luke 19:28-40 07. Easter Sunday 1 Corinthians 15 08. Mark 2:1-12 The Gospel of Mark Sermon Archive The Gospel of Mark An Urgent Message Focus Avoiding a Missional Drift The State of the Church A 2026 Series The Gospel of Christmas An Advent Series Found Faithful The Book of 2 Peter II Samuel The Book of II Samuel The Biblical Story Biblical Theology Gospel Shaped for Cultural Impact Entrusted Managing God's Resources The Journey to Bethlehem Christmas I Samuel The Book of I Samuel Liveworthy The Book of Colossians The Parables: in Matthew Parables in Matthew Seven Scenes of Faithfulness The Book of Daniel Ad Fontes The Book of 2 Timothy Waiting on God The Book of Habakukk Summer in the Proverbs Proverbs

Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Hueytown is a community focused, gospel centered family where you can belong, grow, and thrive. We are a Southern Baptist church in the southwest Birmingham and west Bessemer area. Open Positions. Preschool Teacher Part Time

Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Hueytown is a community focused, gospel centered family where you can belong, grow, and thrive. We are a Southern Baptist church in the southwest Birmingham and west Bessemer area. Giving. Ways To Give. Giving Online GIVE ONLINE Text Text "PLEASANTRIDGEBC" to 73256 In-Person You can give in person every Sunday when the ushers pass the offering plates or find one of our drop boxes by the entrances. "Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. Test me in this,” says the Lord Almighty, “and see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven and pour out so much blessing that there will not be room enough to store it." Malachi 3:10 Why do I give? The Bible teaches Christians to be generous givers of our resources (Acts 2:42-47). Giving is an aspect of personal worship (Gen. 4:3-5; Matt. 12:41-44), and we should give with joy (2 Cor. 9:6-8). Scriptures provide a standard of giving in the Old Testament called the tithe (Mal. 3:10). The New Testament does not abolish the tithe; however, the emphasis becomes the ready participation of Christians to generously give to meet needs (Acts 4:36-37; 2 Cor. 8:2-5). Therefore, we understand giving to be our Christian duty, and we give our tithe to the Lord joyfully as a means of worship. Where does your money go? 8% of all tithes go to Cooperative Program 2% of all tithes go to the Birmingham Metro Baptist Association .5% of all tithes go to local ministries: Sav-A-Life Bessemer & The Grace Place The remaining tithes go to fund the operating expenses and ministry of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church.

Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Hueytown is a community focused, gospel centered family where you can belong, grow, and thrive. We are a Southern Baptist church in the southwest Birmingham and west Bessemer area. Membership. If you are a Christian, we cannot tell you that you need to join Pleasant Ridge, but we can tell you that you need to join and immerse yourself in the life of a church family that faithfully teaches the Scriptures and cares for her members. If you are not convinced, here is a list of reasons to join a church . Membership Class. The Pleasant Ridge Membership Class is your opportunity to become acquainted with our church – specifically, our mission, philosophy, and vision for ministry. This class is required for membership at Pleasant Ridge. if you have questions about membership, what to expect for a Membership Class or to register for an upcoming class, Email Kyle . 2025 Membership Classes: Sunday, March 2nd Sunday, September 21st Click here to view the Pleasant Ridge Membership Orientation booklet.

Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Hueytown is a community focused, gospel centered family where you can belong, grow, and thrive. We are a Southern Baptist church in the southwest Birmingham and west Bessemer area. Jake Kersh Jake has been in ministry since 2010. He has served as a student pastor across the state of Alabama. He grew up in Adamsville, Alabama in a small mining community called Bayview. He graduated from Southeastern Bible College (2017) with a major in Bible and Theology. He graduated from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary (2022) with his Masters of Divinity. Jake has been married to Natasha since July 2014. They have two children. He enjoys reading studying, and arguing about biblical theology, missions, and progressive covenantalism. His passion in ministry is discipling students. He thoroughly enjoys going into the backcountry to camp, hunt large animals, and catch three-inch fish in far-off places. Jake's pastoral role at Pleasant Ridge includes: teaching, preaching, and overseeing the pastoral care of middle school and high school students, maintaining the various media of the church. Email Jake

Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Hueytown is a community focused, gospel centered family where you can belong, grow, and thrive. We are a Southern Baptist church in the southwest Birmingham and west Bessemer area. Ridge: Kids. Note to Parents: Every child is cherished and every parent is supported in their faith! We're thrilled to invite your children to join our community filled with fun activities, engaging lessons, and loving guidance. Together we can nurture and grow their faith in God's Word. Security Safety is paramount. All our workers and volunteers undergo thorough background checks through Ministry Safe . We ensure children are always in the care of two or more unrelated adults, offering an extra layer of protection for every family. Sickness We prioritize the health and well-being of every child. We regularly disinfect the children's areas, notifying parents promptly of illness, and kindly asking to keep sick children at home for everyone's safety. Sundays : 9:00am | Wednesdays : 6:00-7:00pm Curriculum Standing in Wonder In this series, kids will discover how much God loves them and how special they are to Him! They’ll learn that God made them with a purpose, and that Jesus came to show God’s incredible love. By trusting in Jesus, kids can become part of God’s family and follow the Holy Spirit, who helps them grow and become more like Jesus every day. Through fun stories and activities, kids will understand that they are known, loved, and led by God. They'll learn that God created them to reflect His wonder and share His love with others. Every child is a unique masterpiece in God's eyes, and they get to be a part of His amazing story! Study Series January Who is Jesus? Word of Wonder: Colossians 1:15 February I AMS of Jesus Word of Wonder: John 8:12 March Walking With Jesus Word of Wonder: Matthew 11:28 April Connected Easter Word of Wonder: Psalm 77:12 Study Series May Holy Spirit Our Helper Word of Wonder: Romans 8:14 June Rooted Word of Wonder: Matthew 22:37-38 July Worship With Wonder Word of Wonder: Psalm 100:2 Kids Events. Every Sunday The Gospel of Mark / Learn more Every Sunday Paul Revere’s urgent warning saved the colonial militia from disaster, but even that message is insignificant compared to the news Christians carry. In a world oppressed by sin and darkness, we bear the urgent announcement that Jesus Christ has conquered the enemy and offers salvation. Sun, Oct 19 Fall Fest 2025 / Learn more Oct 19, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Join us for Fall Fest 2025 on October 19th from 5-7 PM! Enjoy trucks, candy, food trucks, bouncy houses, games, and family fun for all ages.

Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Hueytown is a community focused, gospel centered family where you can belong, grow, and thrive. We are a Southern Baptist church in the southwest Birmingham and west Bessemer area. Dr. Kyle Sullivan Kyle Sullivan has served in Southern Baptist churches for ten years. He began serving as Senior Pastor at Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in July 2021. Kyle is originally from the Dothan, AL area (Wicksburg, AL) but relocated to Birmingham in 2012 to attend school. He received his Bachelor's in Bible and Theology from Southeastern Bible College (2016), his Master of Divinity from Beeson Divinity School (2020), and his Doctor of Ministry in Expository Preaching and Strategic Leadership from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (2024). Kyle loves people and he loves pastoring the people of PRBC. Kyle is married to his wife Caroline, and together, they have three children (Asher, John, and Grace). Kyle loves spending time with his family, whether 'vacationing together or spending quality time together at home. Kyle is an avid Alabama fan! He loves watching Alabama football & basketball. His favorite hobbies are golf and any game his children want to play. Kyle’s pastoral roles at Pleasant Ridge include: preaching, teaching, pastoring, and providing general oversight of the church’s ministries and operations. Email Kyle

Preschool. 205.434.9990 1343 Hueytown Road Hueytown, Alabama 35023 preschoolprbc@gmail.com Mission With a faith-based approach to child development, our goal is to nurture our children's God-given talents in a caring, play-centered, and academically stimulating environment. Policies and Procedures Download the Parent Handbook You can apply for Summer 2026: HERE . You can apply for School 26/27: HERE . Fee List: Summer 2026 Registration Fee: $30 Summer 2026 Supply Fee: $30 2026-2027 Registration Fee: $50 2026 Fall Registration Fee: $50 2027 Spring Registration Fee: $50 *If fall and spring supply fees are paid by September 1, the total will be $90 . Paypal (Processing Fee Required) Procare Paypal

Ridge: Small Groups. Gathering: Most of our small groups meet on Sunday mornings between 9:00-10:15a. If you would like to participate in a small group, see one of our greeters to help you find a small group. Connect: Small Groups are the best way to get connected. We have several opportunities for you and your family to connect through small groups. During Small Groups, you will get to know people, invest in one another's lives, find encouragement, and study the Bible. Purpose: The purpose of Small Groups is to provide a place to discuss the Scripture’s impact and relevance to our lives. We believe that every Christian possesses valuable insights that can edify the group. Curriculum Small Group Material — Sundays Our Sunday Morning Small Groups offer a offering community where individuals can deepen their faith and build meaningful connections. These gatherings meet before our main worship service, providing a space for discussion, prayer, and personal growth. Whether you're new to the church or have been attending for years, our small groups offer a great opportunity to engage with others, explore Scripture, and find discipleship in this life. Small Groups Our Sunday corporate gathering holds significant importance, yet part of our commitment that helps us follow Jesus and make disciples is found in the regular meeting of small groups. We encourage both our members and regular attendees to actively engage and participate in these groups to confess sin, celebrate joys, mourn together, and foster a culture of prayer and biblical understanding. Our groups are centered on biblical truth, fostering intentional community, evangelistic fervor, and growth. For information on which group would be good for you, please visit here . Ridge Kids Preschool - 5th Grade Ridge Students Ages: 12-18 Poole Group Co-Ed McLellan Group Men's Group Davidson Group Women Group Kirby Group Co-Ed Roose Group Co-Ed Stringfellow Group Women's Group Amerson/Hayes Group Co-Ed

Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Hueytown is a community focused, gospel centered family where you can belong, grow, and thrive. We are a Southern Baptist church in the southwest Birmingham and west Bessemer area. Preschool. Preschool Teacher Part time, 20 hours / week Pleasant Ridge Preschool Description At the Pleasant Ridge Preschool, our program is more than just childcare; it's a nurturing environment where children encounter the love of Christ from the very beginning of their educational journey. Our goal is to make disciples of these young hearts by sharing the Gospel in age-appropriate ways, fostering a foundation of faith that grows alongside their academic and social development. Through engaging activities, Bible stories, and prayer, we aim to instill in each child a deep understanding of God's love and truth. Our dedicated staff not only provides excellent care but also serves as role models of Christian faith, guiding children as they take their first steps in their relationship with Jesus. We believe that every moment with our preschoolers is an opportunity to plant seeds of faith that will flourish throughout their lives. Mission Statement Our mission is to provide every child with a quality early childhood experience. We strive to create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment that leads each child to learn to make decisions and solve problems. Our goal is for each child to be academically prepared for the next age level, develop a positive outlook toward school, and acquire a lifelong love for learning. Qualifications High school diploma Experience in working with children in a Preschool, Mom’s Day Out, Daycare, or similar setting Ability to work with others in accomplishing tasks People skills needed to present a positive experience for parents and children alike Positive attitude towards Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church and active involvement a plus Personal Responsibilities Arrive on time for work. Be reliable in attendance and give ample notice for absences Come to work with a positive attitude Communicate directly and avoid gossip Responsibilities to Parents Explain or answer procedural questions Maintain rapport with parents Promote the positive image of the preschool Respond promptly and appropriately to parent concerns Provide an attractive and welcoming environment Create a welcoming, positive environment Responsibilities to Staff Hold staff meetings monthly. Be honest and clear when talking to staff. Listen carefully when staff are talking. Show respect to your staff. Show initiative in problem-solving and be open to new ideas. Be flexible in scheduling to meet the overall needs of the program. Assist in obtaining substitute teachers. Assist in the classroom when needed. Classroom Responsibilities Establish and enforce rules of behavior to create a safe and respectful classroom environment. Provide basic needs for children such as meals, snacks, and assistance with personal hygiene. Provide tools and resources for children to use and explore during learning and play activities, ensuring they are accessible and age-appropriate. Adapt teaching methods and materials to meet the interests and learning styles of children, fostering engagement and understanding. Develop and maintain positive relationships with children and parents, fostering a supportive and communicative environment. Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum that stimulates intellectual curiosity and growth. Track children’s progress through observation and assessment, and report findings to parents regularly. Help children reach developmental milestones by providing guidance and structured learning activities. Encourage children to interact with each other to develop social skills and cooperative behaviors. Provide appropriate supervision for children at all times to ensure their safety and well-being. Maintain a clean, organized classroom environment conducive to learning. Sanitize all toys and equipment at the end of each day to maintain hygiene standards. Use a wide range of teaching methods such as stories, media, indoor and outdoor games, drawing, and crafts to engage children in learning. Identify behavioral problems and determine the right course of action in accordance with established policies and procedures. Adhere to teaching standards and safety regulations to create a secure learning environment. Prepare and lead a daily Bible study to nurture spiritual growth and understanding. Help with morning arrival and afternoon dismissal of children, ensuring a smooth transition. Demonstrate God’s love toward children and their families through words and actions. Perform other duties as assigned by the director to support the overall functioning of the childcare or educational program. To apply, send resume to kylesullivan@pleasantridgebaptist.org and info @pleasantridgebaptist.org

Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Hueytown is a community focused, gospel centered family where you can belong, grow, and thrive. We are a Southern Baptist church in the southwest Birmingham and west Bessemer area. Ridge: Students. Note to Parents: Our strategy is to walk alongside parents to help them disciple their student(s). We do this by equipping students to know, love, and follow Christ. Part of how we do this is to create a community where students think deeply about Christ, glorify God in all things, and by taking the Gospel to the nations. Gatherings There is no formal "check-in" for the student ministry. On Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings, students will go to our student space to spend time in community, bible study, and prayer. Connect Each month there are numerous opportunities for students to connect with others outside of weekly scheduled gatherings. See the events section below to explore how your student(s) can connect with us. Sundays : 9:00am | Wednesdays : 5:30-7:30pm Curriculum The Gospel of John—(Spring 2026) — Wednesdays / Sundays T he Gospel of John is unlike any other Gospel account. While Matthew, Mark, and Luke tell the story of Jesus’ life and ministry from their own unique perspectives, John writes with a clear and focused purpose: that we would see who Jesus truly is and believe in Him. John carefully selects moments, miracles, and conversations that reveal something deeper than surface-level events. This Gospel invites us beyond simply knowing facts about Jesus — it calls us to see Him as the eternal Son of God, the promised Savior, and the only source of true life. From the very first chapter, John makes it clear that Jesus is not merely a teacher or moral example, but God in the flesh who has come to reveal the Father and bring salvation to the world. Throughout this series, our goal is simple: to see Jesus as the Son of God. For students, this means wrestling with the most important question they will ever face: Who is Jesus? And what does it mean to believe in Him? For parents, this series provides an opportunity to continue gospel conversations at home — helping your student not just understand Christianity, but personally trust Christ. Sermon Series — Winter The First Days: 13-14, December 3rd The First Days: 15, December 10th Christmas Service , December 17th No Service , December 24th New Years Hangout , December 31st Finding the Gospel in the Bible, January 7st God the Righteous Creator, January 14th Man the Sinner, January 21st Jesus Christ the Savior, January 28th Response—Faith and Repentance, February 4th The Kingdom, February 18th Keeping the Cross at the Center, February 25 Sermon Series — Spring John 1:1-5, March 4th John 1:6-13, March 11th John 1:14-18, March 18th Spring Break , March 25th John 1:19-28, April 1st John 1:29-34, April 8th John 1:35-42, April 15th John 1:43-51, April 22nd John 2:1-12, April 29th John 2:13-22, May 6th John 2:23-25, May 13th John 3:1-15, May 20th John 3:16-21, May 27th Sermo n Series — Summer John 23:22-36, June 3rd No Service , June 10th No Service , June 17th St. Louis Mission Trip , June 24th VBS , July 1st Mission Discussion , July 8th John 4:1-15, July 15th John 4:16-26, July 22rd John 4:27-45, July 29th John 4:46-54, August 5th Student Kickoff , August 12th John 5:1-18, August 19th John 5:19-24, August 26th Sermon Series — Fall John 5:25-29, September 2nd John 5:30-47, September 9th John 6:1-15, September 16th John 6:16-21, September 23rd John 6:22-34, September 30th John 6:35-51, October 7th John 6:52-59, October 14th Costume Karting , October 21nd John 6:60-71, October 28th John 7:1-13, November 4th John 7:14-24, November 11th Friendsgiving , November 18th No Service , November 25th Sermon Series — Winter John 7:25-31, December 2nd John 7:32-36, December 9th Christmas Service , December 16th No Service , December 23th No Service , December 30th Student Events. Every Sunday The Gospel of Mark / Learn more Every Sunday Paul Revere’s urgent warning saved the colonial militia from disaster, but even that message is insignificant compared to the news Christians carry. In a world oppressed by sin and darkness, we bear the urgent announcement that Jesus Christ has conquered the enemy and offers salvation. Sat, Jun 20 Student Mission Trip 2026 / Learn more Jun 20, 2026, 6:00 AM – Jun 26, 2026, 10:00 PM For the summer of 2026 student mission trip, we take I-65 North to "the Gateway to the West," St. Louis, Missouri. In partnership with Send Relief, we will work in the city helping urban communities struggling with poverty and education disparity. Fri, Mar 20 Send Relief Serve Tour — Birmingham / Learn more Mar 20, 2026, 8:00 AM – Mar 21, 2026, 7:00 PM March 20-21, 2026, volunteers like you will care for hurting communities in Birmingham, Alabama, by serving local churches, bivocational pastors, low-income schools and other organizations needing assistance. Mon, Mar 23 Spring Break 26 / Learn more Mar 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – Mar 26, 2026, 9:00 PM Over the 8 years, one event has risen to the occasion as the most anticipated event of spring break. Each year, we provide students with opportunities to spend time with their friends and their church.