“Upon this rock I will build my church”
Matthew 16:18
PASTOR
Ross L. Smith II
Pastor Ross Smith joined Rocky Springs as its Pastor in 2023. Prior to coming to Rocky Springs, Pastor Ross served as the Youth Pastor at First Baptist Church Wagener for eight years. Pastor Ross and his wife, Jennifer, felt a clear calling to come to Rocky Springs and are excited about what the Lord is doing in and through this church family. As a retired teacher, Ross is a lifelong learner and strives to preach the word of God faithfully. He has a heart for missions and desires that all people will come to know Jesus Christ as their savior. Pastor Ross has earned both a Bachelors and Masters in Education and graduated from Covington Seminary with a Masters of Ministry in 2023. Pastor Ross and his wife, Jennifer, have been married since 1995. They have two children, Ross, who is married to Ashley, and Libby who is married to Jake. They are Pawpaw and Mamaw to three beautiful granddaughters. Ross loves spending time with his family, watching UGA sports, "talking" about playing golf, and traveling.
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ABOUT US
HISTORY
Something For Everyone
We are a Southern Baptist church located between Wagener and Aiken SC serving the rural community with a strong emphasis on preaching the inerrant word of God. We have an active youth and children’s ministry and we involve them in the activities of the church. We have been serving the community since 1812.
VALUES
We believe there is only one living and true God. He is an intelligent, spiritual and personal being; the Creator, Redeemer, Preserver and Ruler of the universe. God is head of the Trinity, consisting of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
OUR AFFILIATION
Rocky Springs is a Southern Baptist church and an affiliate of the Edisto Baptist Association. We love to welcome visitors to our small church. We feature a blended music service with both contemporary and traditional music. Rocky Springs has many activities to further your walk with the Lord. We have a Wednesday night Bible study, with children and youth activities. We take trips and participate in several mission events each year.