What’s Happening?
Join us on this journey of service and ministry as we recognize Christ’s urgent call to be a church of action, where God’s love, justice, and mercy shine forth and are contagious. Rejoice in how our re-energized faith can unite all Presbyterians for a common and holy purpose: our common identity to do a mission. This is a great time to get involved and be part of the life, worship and work of BPC. Join us today!
Affinity Circles
We are thrilled to announce that our church is buzzing with a fantastic array of small interest groups, some meeting weekly and others monthly, and...
The Promise. . .
This coming Sunday - with great joy - we celebrate the Sacrament of Baptism, welcoming Jason and Lucas Lidster into the family of faith at BPC. For...
The Tightrope
Next weekend, the Deerfield Fair will be in full swing. Having visited the fair for the past few years, I can say that one of the highlights for me...
Tilling the Ground
We are about to spread some grass seed on our lawn at home. Hopefully, it will sprout before the temperatures get too cold for green-growing...
FALL Welcome Sunday!
FALL Welcome Sunday is finally here! Some churches call it “Rally Day” or “Promotion Sunday.” Our church used to call it...
The Rain Falls on the Just and Unjust
In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus preaches his famous “Sermon on the Mount.” As part of that sermon, Jesus tells us that sometimes “the rain falls on...
275th Anniversary Ornament Sale!
We are thrilled to announce the sale of a custom-designed pewter ornament commemorating our church's 275th anniversary! This beautiful ornament,...
Summer Updates at BPC
Summer brings longer days, hotter weather, relaxation, vacation getaways, camps, beaches, and pools for many. It’s also a time for planning and...
Prayers of the People
It’s been several weeks since my last “Weekly Word.” My family and I went to California to visit my brother at Yosemite National Park. I am so...
Concerns and Joys
Last Saturday evening, after we had hosted some friends at our house for dinner, cleaned up, and put the boys to bed, I sat on the couch and pulled...
Catching Your Breath
I hope that all of you are having a chance to catch your breath this summer. Life can be so full, especially in the weeks leading up to summer....
Bless This Mess…
...and Bless Some Other Folks, Too! I know, I know. . . My office in the church is a bit messy. As someone told me recently, it looks “lived-in.”...