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July 6, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
How the Food Bank Connects People to the Gospel
When someone walks through the doors of our Food Bank, they may come for food, but that is never the end of the story we want to tell. Scripture is clear: God cares about the whole person, and He has called His church to meet real needs as a bridge to the greatest need of all, a right relationship with Him. Scripture Commands Us to Care The Bible does not treat compassion as optional. It is a direct command to God’s people. Galatians 6:10
As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith. Proverbs 19:17
He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. James 1:27
Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction. Jesus Himself modeled this. He fed the five thousand before He preached to them (John 6:1–14). During his earthly ministry He healed bodies and was willing to touch the untouchable. Compassion was never separate from His mission, it opened the way for it. Physical Need Matters, But It Isn’t the Main Thing We take hunger seriously. Every box of food packed, every hour given, every family served through the faithful labor of our Food Bank serve team is an act of biblical love. But if we can’t stopped there, our purpose is bigger than groceries: The physical gift is temporary. It meets a need for a week. The spiritual need is eternal. Every person who walks through our doors has a soul that will live forever, somewhere. Matthew 4:4
Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God. The Food Bank as a Gospel Bridge This is why every distribution includes more than food: A friendly, Christ-like welcome Scripture and gospel literature placed in every hand A genuine invitation to hear more, to visit a service, or to talk with someone about Christ We are not running a charity that happens to be at a church. We are a church using practical compassion to earn the right to speak, and then speaking. Matthew 5:16
Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. What This Means for You Volunteer — Serving in the Food Bank puts you face-to-face with people God loves. Pray — Ask God to open hearts and give opportunities. Share Christ — A kind word and a gospel tract can outlast the groceries by eternity. The next time you see a Food Bank family drive onto our parking lot, remember: we’re not just filling a need. We’re planting a seed, and trusting God for the harvest.Sign-up to ServeDonate to the Faith Baptist Food Bank Need Help Putting Food on the Table? If your family is facing a hard season and could use some help, our Food Bank exists for exactly this, no judgment, no strings attached, just our church family ready to help meet a real need. We’d count it an honor to serve you, and we’d love the chance to get to know you along the way.Learn more about how to come and shop.
July 4, 2026 • 2 Minute Read
Faith Teens July Newsletter
Dear Parents, It’s hard to believe it is already July, and our road trip to Pensacola Christian College and Teen Camp has already come and gone. Our week at camp was incredibly encouraging, with over 1,200 teens in attendance. Our students did an outstanding job throughout the entire experience—from the 18-hour car ride to adjusting to a new environment with so many teens at one camp. We truly saw God work in the hearts of our young people. Our goal in Faith Teens is not simply to provide experiences like camp, but to build a community of like-minded young people who are growing in their faith and learning to serve God together. As we move forward from camp and continue what God has started in our students’ lives, we are looking ahead to our next opportunity to serve together. Below, you will find details for our upcoming Northeast Mission Trip. Upcoming Schedule Northeast Mission Trip- July 20-23, 2026 Parents, we are just two weeks away from our Northeast Missions Trip, and we're looking forward to a great week together! Throughout the week, we'll be serving alongside local churches in three different cities over three days, allowing our teens the opportunity to make a difference in each community. The cost for the trip is $65, which includes admission to our Thursday fun day at Six Flags but does not include meals. Please have your teen bring money for food each day or pack a lunch. Sign-up HereDownload Trip Itinerary Summer Discipleship - Starting Wednesday, July 29, 2026 All 7th-12th graders are invited to a four-week discipleship program, taking place every Wednesday. We will meet in the Activity Center at 4 pm for games, snacks, and a Bible lesson. Have Questions? Contact Bro. Nick Brunoni
Cell #: 267.969.0156 - Email: nbrunoni@fbcfh.com
July 3, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
The Lord's Day: Why Sunday Worship Still Matters
Sunday keeps coming around.
The question is, what are we doing with it? In a world that treats Sunday like a bonus Saturday, errands, sports, sleeping in, catching up on anything but church, it is worth asking a simple question: Does it still matter to gather with God's people on the Lord's Day? The answer from Scripture is a clear yes. What does the Bible Say? The first day of the week carries special weight all the way through the New Testament. The Resurrection happened on the first day (Matthew 28:1; Mark 16:2; Luke 24:1; John 20:1). Everything changed on that first day of the week. Death is defeated. Christ is alive. . The early church gathered on the first day. "And upon the first day of the week, when the disciples came together to break bread, Paul preached unto them" (Acts 20:7). This was their pattern — not a suggestion, a practice. The offering was collected on the first day (1 Corinthians 16:2), showing that Sunday shaped the whole rhythm of their giving and worship life. The Lord's Day was not invented by tradition. It was shaped by the resurrection. Why Gathering Still Matters Some folks have come to feel that personal devotions at home, a podcast sermon, or a live stream is "just as good" as being in the house of God with His people. We'd push back on that idea, and here's why. 1. God commands it. "Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is" (Hebrews 10:25). The word "forsaking" implies people were already making excuses in the first century. The command stands because the need has never changed. 2. You need the body, and the body needs you. The church is not a service you consume. It is a body you belong to (1 Corinthians 12:27). When you are absent, something is genuinely missing. Your presence is a ministry, even when you don't feel like it. 3. Worship is formative, not just informational. Sitting under the preaching of God's Word, singing together, giving, praying with one another, these things shape you in ways a screen simply can’t. You are not just learning truth on Sunday. You are being formed by it as part of a church body. 4. It declares something to the world. When Christians make Sunday worship a clear, consistent priority, not squeezed around ball games and beach trips, it is a testimony. It says: Christ rose from the dead, and that changes everything about how I spend my time. Let’s be Real. We understand that life is genuinely demanding. Work is real. Illness is real. Seasons of hardship are real. This is not about guilt, it is about priority. Every follower of Christ has to ask honestly: Is the Lord's Day on my calendar as a firm appointment with God, or is it the first thing I move when something else comes up? Grace says: start fresh this Sunday. The doors of Faith Baptist Church are open, the Word will be preached, and our family will be glad you came. Join us for worship this Lord's Day. Sunday Schedule
10:00 a.m. - Bible Study Hour
Nursery, Faith Kids, Faith Teens, & Adult classes available.
11:00 a.m. - Morning Worship Service
Deaf interpretation available.
5:00 p.m. - Evening Worship ServicePlan your Visit
June 30, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
How to Continue the Lesson at Home
Dad and Mom — the lesson your child hears on Sunday is meant to keep working in your home all week long. Deuteronomy 6:6-7 charges parents to teach God's Word "when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up." You don't need a curriculum or special training to do this — just a few minutes and the questions below. Use this guide every week to pick the conversation back up at the dinner table, in the car, or at bedtime. Find Out What They Learned Start by asking your child these three questions. They'll help you discover the lesson together, even if you weren't in the room: What was the Bible story about, and who was in it? Did your teacher give you a verse to remember? Can you say it? What's one thing you learned about God — or one thing He wants you to do? Their answers become your starting point for the rest of the week. Talk It Over Once you know the lesson, use these questions to go deeper at dinner or in the car: What did we learn about God, Jesus, or ourselves in this story? Why do you think God put this story in the Bible? What is one thing you can do this week because of what we learned? Make It Practical Pick one of these each week to help the lesson stick — no supplies needed: Retell it. Have your child tell you the story in their own words, like they're the teacher. Act it out. Take turns playing the characters from the Bible story. Draw it. Sketch the main scene together and talk through what's happening as you draw. Say it together. Repeat the memory verse a few times a day — try it as a family before meals or at bedtime. Live it out. Look for a moment during the week to point out when the lesson applies — "This is like what we learned on Sunday." Pray Together Use these prompts as a family, or let your child pray in their own words: Thank God for one thing from this week's lesson. Ask God to help our family live out what we learned. Pray for someone who needs to know Jesus as Savior. Read Together Keep God's Word in front of your family with a short daily reading. Questions about your child's class or how to use this guide? Reach out to the Faith Kids ministry anytime — we're glad to partner with you in raising your child "in the nurture and admonition of the Lord" - Ephesians 6:4
June 24, 2026 • 5 Minute Read
Marked Pages: More Than an Offering Plate
I have recently been reading material to help me get a better grasp on what biblical giving looks like in modern economic times. When I read the Old Testament, I find God's people bringing offerings that often look very different from what we see today. They brought grain offerings, firstfruits, livestock, produce from their fields, and various other sacrifices. Their giving reflected the way they earned a living and the resources God had entrusted to them. That raises an interesting question: What does biblical stewardship look like in today's world? As I studied this subject, I came across a resource that identified three primary "pockets" from which believers give today. The concept challenged me because most Christians are familiar with one of these pockets but rarely consider the other two. I wanted to pass this thought along because it is something worth contemplating, praying about, and engaging in as faithful stewards of God's blessings. The principle is simple: everything God entrusts to us is meant to be stewarded for His glory. Psalm 24:1
The earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein. We are not owners. We are stewards.
God blesses His children not merely so they can possess resources, but so they can manage those resources in a way that honors Him. The purpose of blessing is that it is stewarded by God's children for His glory. 1) The Earned Income Pocket This is the pocket most of us immediately think about when the subject of giving arises. Earned income is the money we receive through our labor—our paycheck, salary, wages, commissions, or business income. For many believers, faithful stewardship begins here. As God provides through our work, we return a portion to Him through regular, cheerful, and sacrificial giving. When we place an offering in the plate, support missions, or give toward a ministry need, we are often giving from our earned income pocket. This type of giving is important, biblical, and should be practiced consistently. Yet it is only one aspect of stewardship. 2) The Capital Pocket The capital pocket includes assets that have accumulated over time. These may include savings accounts, investments, stocks, retirement funds, real estate, land, business interests, valuable collections, or other resources God has entrusted to us. Many believers carefully consider giving from their income while never considering how God might use their accumulated assets. Throughout Scripture, God's people gave not only from what they earned, but also from what they possessed. There are seasons when God may lead a believer to use a portion of their savings to advance a ministry project, support a missionary, assist a family in need, or invest in a kingdom opportunity. The question becomes: Are our assets serving God's purposes, or are they simply sitting idle? The capital pocket reminds us that stewardship extends beyond our weekly paycheck. 3) The Estate Pocket The estate pocket concerns what happens to our resources after we enter eternity. Every believer will one day leave behind possessions, property, investments, and accumulated wealth. Most people spend considerable time planning how those assets will be distributed among family members. Yet few consider how their final act of stewardship can impact the work of God. One statement I encountered that every believer should consider including in their will is this:
"After all my bills are paid, I want 10 percent of my estate (a tithe) to go to ______ Church." What a powerful testimony of stewardship. Estate giving is not about neglecting family responsibilities. Rather, it is recognizing that everything belongs to God and intentionally including His work in our final plans. For some believers, this may involve leaving a percentage of their estate to their local church. For others, it may include missionaries, Christian schools, camps, or ministries that have played a significant role in their spiritual lives. Estate planning allows us to continue investing in God's work even after we have gone home to be with the Lord. A Stewardship Mindset When most people hear a message about giving, they immediately think about what is in their wallet or checking account. Yet biblical stewardship is much broader than that. God has entrusted us with income. God has entrusted us with assets. God has entrusted us with an estate. Each of these represents an opportunity to honor Him. The goal is not simply to give more. The goal is to recognize that everything belongs to God and to ask, Lord, how would You have me steward what You have entrusted to me? Whether from our earned income, our accumulated capital, or our eventual estate, every gift becomes an opportunity to invest in something that will outlast this world. After all, we cannot take any of it with us—but we can use it now and direct it wisely so that it continues to bring glory to God long after we are gone. These are simply a few thoughts from my recent reading. I am thankful to be part of a church that is sensitive to the Lord and gives in a way that honors Him. God Bless, Pastor Braley Highlighted Reading:
Not Your Parent’s Offering Plate by Cliff Christopher & Mike Slaughter As with any book outside of Scripture, Pastor Braley does not endorse every view or conclusion the author presents. The Bible alone is our final and infallible authority — Scripture alone holds that distinction.
June 24, 2026 • 3 Minute Read
How to use Online Giving
Faithful giving is one of the most tangible ways we honor God and invest in the ministry He has entrusted to us here at Faith Baptist. We want to make it as easy as possible for you to be faithful. Faith Baptist Church uses Nucleus Giving as our secure online giving platform. You can give in minutes from your phone, tablet, or computer — and set up automatic recurring gifts so you never miss a week. How to Give Online You don't need an account to give — but creating one makes the process faster every time after and gives you a personal dashboard to track your giving history. Here's how to get started. Step 1 — Visit Our Giving Flow Access online giving through the launcher accessible on each page of our website and click the Online Giving button in the menu. Step 2 — Enter Your Gift Amount Type in the amount you'd like to give. You'll see available giving funds listed — choose the one that applies to your gift (General Fund, Missions, etc.). Step 3 — Choose Your Giving Frequency You can give as a one-time gift or set up a recurring gift on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly schedule. Recurring giving is a great way to stay consistent in your stewardship even when life gets busy. Step 4 — Select Your Payment Method You can give by credit or debit card, or connect your bank account directly (ACH). Giving by bank account is the simplest and most cost-effective option — the processing fee is just 25¢ per transaction. NOTE: When selecting Bank Account, there are two options, using Plaid or entering manually. If you don’t already use Plaid entering manually will make for an easier process. Step 5 — Complete Your Gift Enter your payment details, add an optional memo, confirm your contact info and submit. You'll receive a confirmation email right away. Want to Create an Account? Creating a free Nucleus Giving account lets you: View your complete giving history Access your annual giving statement for tax purposes Save your payment method so future gifts take just seconds Manage or update recurring gifts at any time To create your account: Go to the launcher and click Sign In Enter your email address and create a password Check your inbox for a verification email and click the confirmation link Once verified, click My Account to fill in your profile details Managing Your Online Giving Once your account is set up, you're in full control. From your personal dashboard you can: View past gifts and download giving records Update a recurring gift — change the amount, frequency, or payment method Cancel a recurring gift if needed Access your annual tax statement once it's been released by the church office Need Help? If you run into any trouble setting up your account or completing a gift, reach out to the church office — we're happy to walk you through it.Send us an EmailCall the Church Office 2 Corinthians 9:7
Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.
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