Deputy District Commander:
Kenford Carter, Flippin Lighthouse A/G, Email Kenford
District Training Coordinator:
Robert Howard, Conway Rock Solid A/G, Email Robert
District Communications Coordinator:
Charlie Murphy, Pastor at Greenwood First A/G, Email Charlie
District Activity Coordinator:
Joe Murphy, El Dorado First A/G, Email Joe
District FCF Coordinator:
Ed Gierman, Berryville First A/G, Email Ed
Welcome to Arkansas District Royal Rangers!
Royal Rangers Leadership Team
Randy Bradley is the Arkansas District Royal Ranger Director. Randy attends Russellville First Assembly where he serves as the outpost coordinator for outpost 13. Randy started working with Royal Rangers in the 80’s and has served in different positions throughout the years. Randy was selected to be the Ranger Director in late 2023 and serves alongside 5 other members of the District team.
Randy is retired from the Arkansas Air National Guard serving 37 years and retired as the Command Chief Master Sergeant for the 188th Wing in Fort Smith Arkansas. Randy currently works full time as the Operations Director for City Corporation, Russellville’s Water and Sewer system.
Randy is married to his wife Denise who serves as the District Girls Ministry Leader Trainer. Randy and Denise have been married for 41 years and have two children and 4 grandchildren. Their son, Chris Bradley is the senior pastor at Russellville First Assembly and their daughter Amber serves on the worship team at Northwest Assembly in Bentonville Arkansas.
What We Require to Serve
All 3 forms are required for district events when minors are present and are due annually. The Authorization & Release form serves 2 purposes. The first is that it gives our office permission to have your information on file. Secondly, in the event your church does not have the ability to run the National Backgrounds, our office can do that for you if you include a $25 check. (Click links below for printable forms).
It is requested that the CMCR backgrounds be run through your local church online. They do not accept mail in forms anymore. This is a free background check. Churches, Click here for instructions to set up the online CMCR background checks for your church.
Royal Ranger Groups
Ranger Kids
The Ranger Kids Advancement Trail is based on the needs, interests, and characteristics of boys in kindergarten, first, and second grades. The trail represents a process for learning and growing through participation in fun activities, both with your group and at home. It is designed to provide every boy with opportunities for adventure and fun.
The Ranger Kids Advancement Trail consists of fifteen advancement steps, organized into three sub-trails of five steps each - the Trail to the Elk, Trail to the Wolverine, and the Trail to the Cougar. The system is designed to be completed in three years, with one advancement step being completed each quarter and one annual award being earned each year. The Ranger Kids Gold Trail Award is the highest award earned in Ranger Kids and is awarded after completion of all fifteen advancement steps.
The Ranger Kids Handbook includes and advancement logbook to serve as a handy reference and ongoing record of a boy's progress along the advancement trail. The handbook also include information on the Ranger Kids uniforms as well as patch and pin placement for all awards and insignia.
Discovery Rangers
Discovery Rangers is the Royal Rangers group for boys in 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. Discovery Rangers enjoy many great adventures as they make new friends, learn new skills, develop leadership, and grow into the young man God created them to be.
Adventure Rangers
Adventure Rangers is the Royal Rangers group for boys in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades. Adventure Rangers have many opportunities to learn and grow as they do fun things with their friends, develop new skills, practice leadership & teamwork, and grow into the young man God created them to be.
Expedition Rangers
Expedition Rangers is the Royal Rangers group for boys in 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grades. Expedition Rangers participate in a variety of activities of common interest to teen guys as they make friends, learn valuable skills, learn leadership, and grow into the young man God created them to be.