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Echoes of Sunday

A Midweek Devotional Reading Based on Last Sunday’s Sermon

Looking for a mid-week lift? In a world where promises are constantly broken and human commitments fail, it is easy to bring that same fear into our walk with God—wondering if our mistakes will cause Him to walk away. But in Genesis 15, when God established His covenant with Abraham, He caused a deep sleep to fall on Abraham and passed through a “Covenant Cutting Ceremony,” taking the penalty of failure entirely upon Himself. Old Testament grace was never about our ability to perform; it was a signpost pointing straight to Jesus, who stepped into our place on the cross to pay for all our broken promises. If you are tired of relying on your own strength and long to rest in a love that holds you fast, take two quiet minutes today to refresh your soul. 


[Click Here to read the Full Devotional: The God Who Takes Your Place: How Old Testament Grace Points to Jesus]

Sermon Series Leads to Covenant Sunday!

Your invitation to the upcoming sermons!

This Sunday, we continue our three-week sermon series, Our Covenant Life with Christ, which will conclude on October 4, Covenant Sunday. Throughout this series, we are exploring God's covenant relationship with His people and how that relationship finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ.


Sermon Series Overview


September 20 - The Old Covenant: Preparing the Way for Christ

(Gen 15:1-21; Ex 24:3-8) Through His covenant dealings with Israel, God revealed His holiness, demonstrated His faithfulness, and prepared the way for the promised Messiah. The Law, sacrifices, priesthood, and covenant promises all pointed forward to Jesus Christ.


September 27 - The New Covenant: Fulfilled in Christ

(Jer 31:31-34; Lk 22:14-20) Through His life, death, and resurrection, Jesus accomplished what the Old Covenant anticipated. By His grace, we receive forgiveness, new life, and fellowship with the Triune God.


October 4, Covenant Sunday - Living Our Covenant Life Together

(Acts 2:42-47) We will explore the portrait of covenant community found in Acts 2 and consider what it means to live as active members of Christ's body, devoted to worship, fellowship, and service.


On Covenant Sunday, we will:


  • receive new members 
  • rejoice in the baptisms of two children,
  • respond to Jesus' presence at the Lord's Supper,
  • share a church family meal after worship!


Let us be united for the sake and glory of Jesus’ name as we journey together in God’s promises, gathering on Covenant Sunday as a joy-filled family of God!

Lord's Supper & Lunch - Oct 4

Feed Your Soul


Jesus is present as the Host of the Lord's Supper. His commands to eat, drink, and remember Him are for our benefit as a congregation, as well as our own selves.


You may choose to participate in a Special Communion Offering for Honduras Hope Mission. The offering helps to underwrite the annual Medical Mission Trip.

Feed Your Body


After worship, you and your guests are welcome to rest and enjoy lunch with our church family! Enjoy the company of young and old.


Come as you are and be blessed by the ministry of FPCB's Hospitality Coordinator, Brenda Clifford!

Last Sunday for Preschool Apple Tree!

Preschool Board members are available this Sunday to thank you for your support of the Preschool through FPCB's Ministry Budget and to answer questions about the annual "Apple Tree Program," a direct way for you to help the Preschool with supplies. There are several ways for you to support the Preschool in a tangible way:


  • Monetary Donations: Contribute toward general supplies or scholarship funds.


  • Classroom Wish Lists: Pick an "Apple" tag to purchase specific items requested by teachers.


  • Prayer: Keep our 152 enrolled children, 20 staff members, and leadership board in your prayers as we kick off the new school year!


The staff and BPCC Board thank you for your continued generosity through the Apple Tree.

Board Leadership: Lori Demas (President), Diane Kingan (Vice-President), Shelley Brough (Secretary), Mary Kay Dods (Treasurer), Maggie Slebrich, Kristen Jones, and Rusty Becker.

BPCC began as a mission of FPCB, and like other missions, it has grown into its own board-directed nonprofit organization.


It is dedicated to providing a Christian-based early learning center that identifies and nurtures the God-given potential for greatness, special gifts, and strengths found in each of His children.

Stairwell Comes to Life!

By Communications Director: Shannon Devlin

Hi everyone! I wanted to take a moment to provide insight into the recent change in the stairwell as you descend into the basement. The previous display had not been updated in over twenty years, and I was tasked with replacing it and with displaying photos of church life throughout the entire stairwell. I will offer insight into my painted mural.


Before

I wanted to create an image that represented the church without reproducing our compass logo on the wall. I included the logo's colors and added a twist to the pathway seen in the logo. My concept art for the mural featured multiple red and gold paths symbolizing each of our journeys through this life. Then the large white cross in the middle shows how Christ has impacted everyone here. The dark blue background, I feel, makes the other colors stand out, especially the cross. I hope that this article brings some insight into the piece and is enjoyed by the whole congregation!


Concept Art & Finished Mural/Photography

Be sure to also check out the photography displayed throughout the stairwell showcasing events at the congregation since I started here!

Group Meetings This Week

SUN., Sep 27th

Sunday Gathering

(Worship)

10:00 AM

Sanctuary



MON., Sep 28th

All Dads Bible Study*

6:00 AM

(Micah)

*For location contact Pastor Jeremy at collins@fpcb.org

Church Office is Closed on Mondays

Monday Community Bible Study @ St. Barnabas Village

Bldg. A., 5th Floor

1:45-2:45 PM

TUE., Sep 29th

Tues Women's Bible Study

10:00-11:30 AM

(Genesis)

Admin Bldg


Tues Adult Bible Study

(Hebrews)

9:30-10:30 AM

Westminster Room


TOPS

(Taking Off Pounds Sensibly)

3:30- 4:30 PM

Church Café

WED., Sep 30th

All Moms Bible Study

(John)

Westminster Rm


FRI., Oct 2nd

Fri Men’s Bible Study

7:00 AM

Eat ‘n Park, Gibsonia


SAT., Oct 3rd

Sat Men’s Bible Study

(Nehemiah)

8:30 AM

Church Cafe



SUN., Oct 4th

Sunday Gathering

(Worship)

10:00 AM

Sanctuary



If you want information about any Bible Study, please call Linda Smith at 724-443-1555 and choose option "zero."

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