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Monday 8am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm Thursday 8am - 4:30pm Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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Baptist Children's Village and Family Ministries

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Baptist Children's Village and Family Ministries

Providing at risk children and families with hope and a strong foundation for their future. Our Headquarters are located in Ridgeland, Mississippi.

The Baptist Children's Village has been caring for Mississippi children since 1897 and has grown to a 7-campus, statewide ministry, providing the best possible residential care for about 300 children every year. Because the needs of children and their families have changed drastically since those early days, we continually evaluate this ministry to meet these ever-changing needs, always maintainin

g the primary focus of our founding father--to show Christ's love to children and families. The Baptist Children's Village is the official child care agency of The Mississippi Baptist Convention.

09/10/2026

School is back, and things are in full swing! 🏐

One of our Dickerson Place residents had a home volleyball game, and her houseparents were so thankful to be there cheering her on. We are incredibly proud of how much she has learned and grown since taking on the sport. This night was extra special as she served for the very first time!

We love getting to celebrate these moments, both big and small, along the way.

09/09/2026

Nothing like a sweet treat and a little team bonding! 🍦💙
A few members of our Programs Team enjoyed some time together while at the MACCA Conference.

We’re so thankful for this crew and all they do each day for the children and families we serve!

09/05/2026

Learning, growing, and sharpening our skills are all part of serving well.

Members of our Programs Team recently attended the 2026 Mississippi Alliance for Child and Community Advocacy Conference, where they had the opportunity to learn from others in the field, gain new perspectives, and strengthen the knowledge and skills they bring to their work each day.

We were also proud to have our Executive Director, Sean Milner, open this year’s conference with his session, “No Cheat Codes: Leading Through Real Life Challenges.”

We’re thankful for opportunities that challenge us to keep learning and growing so we can continue serving children and families with excellence, wisdom, and purpose.

09/04/2026

Another senior milestone is complete for one of our Dickerson Place Campus residents! 🎓✨

From getting her hair and makeup done to taking her senior portraits, it was such a special day celebrating this exciting season and all she has accomplished.

A special thank you to the kind employee at the photography studio who generously covered the cost of her portrait appointment. Moments like this remind us how grateful we are for a community that loves, encourages, and supports our kiddos along the way.

09/03/2026

After a heavy storm rolled through our Deanash Campus, our Houseparent Missionaries and residents came together for a little cleanup! We love seeing everyone pitch in and work together as a family.

09/02/2026

We are so excited to welcome Chanda Darby as the new Case Manager on our Farrow Manor Campus!

Chanda has spent much of her career serving children and families, including work as a Child Life Specialist and Children’s Bereavement Specialist. After returning to Mississippi, she began praying specifically for the Lord’s direction for her next chapter. That prayer led her to BCV&FM!

There was even a special connection waiting for her: Chanda is from Tillatoba, MS, the same hometown as Lou H. Moore, the woman who gave the very first dollar to BCV&FM.

“I am thrilled to be a part of this ministry! I look forward to supporting our residents and sharing the good news of Jesus Christ with them during a very important time in their development.”

We are thankful for the way the Lord directs our steps and brings people to BCV&FM to serve children and families across Mississippi. Welcome to the BCV&FM family, Chanda!

09/01/2026

New Houseparent Missionary John Vance spent time connecting with our Reedy Acres boys residents at Avent Park in Oxford. We’re thankful for Houseparent Missionaries like John who intentionally invest in the children God has placed in our care!

08/29/2026

Your BCV&FM Communications and Partner Ministries Teams had a great time at the 2026 Connections Conference!

Connections brings together Baptist fundraisers and communicators serving children and family ministries from across the nation for a time of learning, encouragement, and collaboration.

This year, we had the opportunity to learn from Justin Eklund, CEO & Brand Strategist at Grove9 and branding expert, author, and speaker, who shared insight on faith-driven branding, marketing, and communicating our mission with greater clarity and impact.

We also learned from Kevin Whitman, Senior Director of Curriculum Development and Senior Consultant for Specialized Services at Mission Increase, who brought years of nonprofit and ministry experience to conversations about development, leadership, generosity, and strengthening ministry impact.

We’re grateful for opportunities like Connections that allow our team to learn from others, build relationships with ministries doing similar work, and return home better equipped to tell the BCV&FM story, strengthen partnerships, and further the mission God has entrusted to us.

We are thankful to be part of a community committed to serving children and families and advancing the Gospel together!

08/28/2026

We are so thankful for the servant hearts of the Lovin’ Lincoln youth-led mission group!

Each year, this group faithfully serves our Dickerson Place Campus, and they recently jumped right in to help clean up the job site. From picking up trash and organizing materials to spreading hay, they worked hard and helped make great progress.

One of the most meaningful moments came at the end of the day, when they gathered for a prayer walk around the campus. We are grateful for young people who are willing to serve with their hands, encourage others, and faithfully pray for the ministry happening at BCV&FM.

Thank you, Lovin’ Lincoln, for continuing to serve alongside us!

08/27/2026

Our Deanash Campus residents are officially back to school! As they step into new classrooms, new routines, and new opportunities to learn and grow, we are praying the Lord gives each of them wisdom, confidence, and a great year ahead.

We’re thankful for our Houseparent Missionaries and campus staff who are there for the early mornings, homework nights, school activities, and all the moments in between. Here’s to a great school year!

Address

114 Marketridge Drive
Ridgeland, MS
39157

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16019522422

Website

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