Shelby Cook
Women’s Events + Digital Coordinator
Bee Cave
An Evening with Brad Thomas
An Evening with Brad Thomas
Join us for An Evening with Brad Thomas—Brad will deliver a special message specifically for Ridge Women from all campuses, encouraging us to embrace a life joyfully surrendered. Leaning into the fall season and Brad’s love of college football, we'll kick off the evening with a fun-filled tailgate, Ridge Women style! Whether you’re a football fan or not, this evening is for you! Don’t miss this chance to enjoy an evening of community, worship, and growing in God’s Word together.
SCHEDULE
5:45pm | Ridge Women Tailgate Dinner
7pm | Program Begins
Fun Facts about Brad
Major in college:
I was a double major in Economics and History – the plan was to go to law school.
Favorite song in college:
I would go with some Motownphilly from Boyz II Men and some Mama Said Knock You Out from LL Cool J, but I'd have to throw in some I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For by U2. 😏
Favorite study snack:
Let’s go with Oreos.
Favorite college tradition:
After FCA on Thursday nights which started at 9:19pm, the leadership would go to a local dive called Waffle King and hang out until way too late.
Any quirky extra-curriculars:
I played a lot of intramural sports but nothing quirky.
Worst college summer job:
All of my summer jobs in college were awesome. I worked every summer at Christian camps – but in high school I delivered pizzas until the place got busted by the cops for selling dope to customers. 😂
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I need to register since there is no charge for the event?
Yes!
Is childcare provided?
Childcare will be provided for An Evening with Brad Thomas. The fee for childcare is $10. Please register for childcare on the form to reserve your spot.
I am gluten-free. Will there be a meal for me to enjoy?
Yes, we will offer a gluten-free option at the tailgate for guests who are gluten-free.
Can I bring a friend?
Yes! Please make sure they register to reserve a spot!
Have questions?
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Shelby Cook
Women’s Events + Digital Coordinator
Bee Cave
Shelby is a fourth generation Texan and graduate of Southwest Texas State University with a BA in Mass Communications/Public Relations and a BA in Speech Communications. She is married to Shane Cook, and they have two children, Campbell and Keller. Shelby appreciates a good chai tea latte catching up with friends, and traveling to new places. She is thrilled to be a part of what God is doing at Austin Ridge Bible Church. It is her privilege to help women know Jesus, serve Him, and make a spiritual difference.
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Laura Benton
Embrace + Women's Assistant
Bee Cave
Laura Benton
Embrace + Women's Assistant
Bee Cave
Laura was born and raised in the sunny state of CALIFORNIA!!! She grew up in Southern California, where she enjoyed her summers at the beach, and then moved to Northern California, where she attended college at San Jose State. She earned her degree in Child and Adolescent Development with a minor in Mathematics, but let’s be honest; she mostly went to school to play water polo. Laura, her husband, Dan, and their four kids, Cassidy, Libby, Emily, and Brady, made the trek out to Austin in August 2018. It is Laura’s great joy to have fun serving people, which is what she is doing as a ministry assistant for Embrace and Women's Ministries. While she may never get used to the weather in Texas, Laura still enjoys playing water polo, being silly with her kids, and finding any reason to go on an adventure!