My brother is a hero. This, however, is not only my opinion. The December 26, 2011/January 2, 2012 issue of Newsweek magazine had a wonderful article about my brother David. The article, “They Say It’s Over,” by Michael Ware, was written as a reflection on the Iraq war in recognition of its conclusion. Michael Ware, …
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Scout Sunday – February 12, 2012
This year marks the 100th anniversary of Scouting in the Toledo area. First Baptist Church sponsored one of the very first Boy Scout Troops in Toledo, Troop 5, more than 90 years ago. Cub Scout Pack 236 is the latest part of our tradition for supporting Scouting. On Sunday, February 12, families of Pack 236 …
Sunday Scripture – January 15, 2012
The first chapter of the gospel of John begins with the revealing of Jesus as the cosmic Christ (the Word) and concludes with Jesus calling some very human followers to the work of discipleship. The command of Jesus to follow him is the simple (yet complex) core of Christian discipleship. It is the beginning of …
Alive Festival 2012
Join us June 20-23 as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Alive Christian Music Festival. The festival takes place at Atwood Lake Park in Mineral City, Ohio. Its four days of energizing music, motivational speakers, camping, swimming, workshops and lots and lots of FUN! Tickets are on sale now at a discount price. If …
Pastor’s Perspective – January 2012
Next year at this time we’ll all be dead. At least that is what the aficionados of Mayan cultic prophecy believe. Popular interpretations of the Mayan Long Count Calendar and countless cable television shows based upon these readings are raising the expectations of people who believe that we are nearing the end of the world, …
First Light
First Light – Seeking God FIRST through our music so that His LIGHT shines bright for the world to see. – Originally called the First Baptist Praise Band it is now named First Light. Though other members have come and gone, husband and wife team, Jeff and Jeni Gerber along with their beautiful daughter Kaitlin …
Sunday Scripture – October 16
On Sunday morning, October 16, we will begin a brand new Sermon Series based on the gospel of Matthew, chapters 23-24. These chapters show a Jesus who was direct and to the point, both with His enemies and friends. He condemned the conduct of those in the leadership of God’s people, and He gave dire …




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