Join us on September 1 for a Labor Day Goshen family hike of Old Rag! All who are able are invited! Featuring hikes with adventurous rock scrambles and 360-degree views that make you feel like you're on top of the world, it's no wonder why Old Rag is the most popular destination in Shenandoah National Park. Please be aware that this is a very strenuous 9.4-mile circuit hike that the National Parks Service says takes 7.5 hours. The adventure along the way and the views at the top are worth it, but this hike is designed for those in good physical condition. It is not recommended for young children. We will leave Goshen at 7 am to arrive at Old Rag before it gets too crowded. You can sign up using the sign-up sheet on the bulletin board in the main hallway or by emailing Pastor Adam. A $2 day-use ticket will be needed, so please sign up ASAP to guarantee your ticket. More information for preparation will be provided to those planning to go on this hike.

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, September 3 at 5:30pm for our Wednesday Night Meal. Pizza, salad, and dessert will be on the menu. Please sign up on the bulletin board or through the Goshen App so we have an idea of the number attending. Suggested donation of $3 per person and no more than $10 per family.

Embracing your God-given identity in a world that seeks to destroy it.

Why redefine?
Who am I?
Why am I here?
What is my purpose?

If you’ve ever asked these questions, you’re not alone. We’re all searching for meaning in a world full of noise, where everyone has an opinion, and social media tells us to chase whatever feels good.

But how do you know what’s true?

Redefine Student Conference is all about cutting through the noise and rediscovering the truth about who God made you to be.

To redefine something means to give it new meaning. At Redefine, we’ll challenge the world’s false definitions and replace them with what God says is true:

You were created with infinite worth.
Your identity isn’t something you earn, it’s something you’ve received.
Your purpose isn’t random, it’s rooted in Christ.

Join us for a day of truth, worship, and real conversations, and learn to embrace who you were always meant to be.

We will be collecting our Vision Virginia State Missions Offering during the month of September. This offering supports important ministries of our state convention like church planting, disaster relief, seminary scholarships, church strengthening ministries, and many other important projects. Begin considering how you can give generously and sacrificially to this offering. More information about this offering is available at www.sbcv.org/2025-vision-virginia-week-of-prayer- offering-for-state-missions.

Pastor Adam will be teaching systematic theology on Sunday evenings at 5pm beginning September 7. Our textbook for the course will be Wayne Grudem’s Systematic Theology. You can register for the class in the Goshen App or by going to goshenbaptistchurch.subspla.sh/9h364bp. There is no charge for the course if you do not want a copy of the book. See Pastor Adam with any questions.

SBC Disaster Relief Call-Out…We will be assisting the SBC on Sunday, Sept. 7 through Saturday, Sept. 13 to help rebuild in Mountain City, Tennessee. There is no training required, only a background check. For more information you may contact Randy Wolfe at 540-538-7179. If you are not able to go but would like to support the effort, designated gifts to Goshen for Disaster Relief are being accepted.

Our Tuesday morning ladies Bible study will begin again on September 16. The group will meet each week at 9:30 am at the home of Mary Vakos. They will be studying Psalm 23: The Shepherd with Me by Jennifer Rothschild. Please contact Mary Vakos at 540-582-5953 for more information.

Lace up your sneakers and bring your crew—it's time to Walk4Life!
Join IMGN Life for a fun-filled morning as we walk, celebrate life, and rally together to support moms, dads, and babies right here in our community. Whether you're walking, cheering, or just here for the snacks—every step makes a difference. 💙
🎉 Music • Kids’ Activities • Food Trucks • Life-Changing Impact
Let's walk with purpose. Let’s Walk4Life
Sign up to walk or raise money. Go here to register and join our team - Go Go Goshen
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Mark your calendar for Goshen’s Homecoming 2025 on Sunday, October 5! We will be highlighting our growing disaster relief ministry. Shawn Ames from SBC Virginia will be here to preach God’s Word and help us think about how compassion ministry allows us to minister the gospel in Jesus’ name.

Mark your calendar for February 20-21, 2026. We will be hosting Tate and Wendy Cockrell for a parenting conference. More details will be forthcoming. You won’t want to miss it!

Have a favorite song or a song we haven’t done in a while? Please feel free to share it with Travis or any member of the Worship team. Whether it’s a hymn, worship song, or just a special piece that speaks to your heart, we would LOVE to hear it. Let us know and we’ll do our best to include it in an upcoming service!

One of the groups we offer in the Goshen app is our Prayer Community. We encourage you to join this group and use this tool for your prayer requests. This is an easy and great way to get requests out immediately without having to go through the church office. If you have any questions about the app or how to join one of the groups, please contact the office.

The Children’s Ministry is urgently seeking volunteers to help with both Sunday school and Awana programs. These ministries are vital in providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children to grow in their faith, but they cannot thrive without the dedication and service of volunteers. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Laura Bonner at (540) 842-1028 or laurabonner511@gmail.com.