If you fly into town to visit me and bring a bag of any kind, expect to have my kids carry it into the house. When it’s time to leave,
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Do you remember when….?
We all have certain memories in our lives that remain in full color. We can watch that day in full detail. We can see the sights, hear the sounds, and sniff
Read morePreparing your kids for graduation and beyond
Thirteenth grade. I remember my jump from high school to college. Every step prior to that one was easy: seventh grade became eighth, tenth grade became eleventh. But something happens
Read morePatton: June 2017
Psalm 145:8 ” The Lord is gracious and full of compassion; slow to anger and of great mercy.” Praise My friend Luis Mario and I traveled to Basque Country in
Read moreAre you slowly killing your marriage?
The expectation of Ever After fills everyone’s wedding day with irresistable hope. What could ever go wrong? Marriage doesn’t take long to move from dreams to realities. Without persistent hard
Read moreFor the love of Mom! (a look back)
There is always a greater sense of family as we celebrate Mother’s Day. The biggest burly guy on the block could turn to mush when it comes to his momma.
Read morePatton: May 2017
Psalm 121:1-2 ” I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the Lord who made heaven and earth.” Praise We
Read moreA tribute to mom
[guest post by Katelyn Foster] Happy Mother’s Day! Happy? Not always. This day can bring so much love, affirmation, and celebration, but it can also be a storm cloud. A
Read moreThank You, Wally!
Walter Malcom – Uncle Wally – Pastor Walt No matter how we know him, Wally is a great guy. He doesn’t put on a show; he just does what needs
Read moreWhat would you give to change a life?
The most notable reputation of Spring Break includes faraway beaches, oceanside bonfires, and crowds of friends. For some 800 Rochester students, it was more about cramped sleeping quarters, shuttles to
Read morePatton: April 2017
I Peter 2:24 “Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes
Read moreFirst Blog
Welcome to the FBBC blog. We are happy to begin this new adventure with you. Our staff has worked hard to renew our website to be more accessible, helpful, and
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