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Baggage
on February 26th, 2020
Baggage.  We all have some.  I’m not talking about expandable carry-ons, soft shell duffels, hard cases with spinner wheels, or designer totes.Nope.  I’m referring to the kind of past life experiences, personality traits, family dynamics and belief systems that play a less-than-best role in determining how we approach and navigate relationships.Similar to an airport, bus or train station, as peopl...  Read More
The Rhythm of Reading
on February 19th, 2020
"The Bible Says” has more meaning to it than we give it credit for. Jesus's resurrection isn’t true because the Bible says it. The Bible says it because the resurrection is true. The stories in the Bible aren't fairy tales, they are a recounting of what actually happened. The Bible contains writings from more than 40 authors spanning 1600 years, with eyewitness accounts supporting the narratives f...  Read More
Branches Youth
on February 12th, 2020
The young people in our church and our city hold an exceptional place in my heart. Young students are in one of the most incredible seasons of learning, observing, and mimicking what they see. So to provide a place for kids and youth to learn and emulate the things of Christ is of the utmost importance. It all starts when your kids attend one of our Branches Kids environments, designed for student...  Read More
The Thought Isn't Enough...
on February 5th, 2020
You probably heard it said, "It's the thought that counts." Usually this is said in reference to a poorly selected gift or ill-crafted statement intended to help or encourage. But does simply thinking about someone else actually count?Over the last few years, I have had some really interesting interactions with people who have been on my mind.In one instance early on last year, I had this thought ...  Read More
Toxic to Transformed
on January 29th, 2020
Roughly a year ago, a local landlord was asked if she could recommend a church.  She did just that.  Her suggestion?  Branches.Soon after, and with two kids in tow, a young single mom crossed the threshold of our church doorway. Her intention?  She was hungry for the Savior she’d found in a jail cell - that place where God had tracked her down and captured her undivided attention.   Finding seats,...  Read More
Save the Date!
on January 22nd, 2020
As we begin the new year, it is always good to sync up our calendars! There are a few events coming up this year you are going to want to save the date for!  Read More
Saying Thank You To Jim
on January 8th, 2020
Jim Mask has been a friend and mentor to me in many ways over the last decade. I remember countless hours spent with him up in his wood shop at his home, building things for Branches sets. I spent a winter up there with him as he helped me build a diaper table when Brandy and I were pregnant with our first son, Cohen. He coached me on how to best build a kitchen table. He allowed me to use his sho...  Read More
Be Rich Results
on December 11th, 2019
As a church, we recognize that we have a huge opportunity to address a wide variety of needs in our community. While our primary responsibility is to meet the spiritual needs of those who live in Columbia County, we also have a desire to meet emotional and physical needs whenever possible. It is our intention to find ways to accomplish this throughout the year.  At the same time, we decided to mak...  Read More
Volunteer Profile - Gina
on November 27th, 2019
Name: GinaFavorite Ice Cream: Double Fudge BrownieFavorite Pass Time: Hanging out with familyWhere She Serves: Cafe Team, Small Groups, Event PlanningWhat She Enjoys Most About Serving: The people! I love getting to see everyone as they come in. Old and new faces. Church is a family and I love how volunteering gives me the opportunity to visit with so much of my family.Gina has devoted many hours ...  Read More
A New Creation
on November 13th, 2019
It makes me grin just thinking about him.He walked into Branches, eight months ago.  Unsuspecting, his world was about to go topsy turvy - but in the best kind of way.Finding a seat next to him was his aunt. Softhearted, kind and gentle, she had stepped up to provide a home for him.  Knowing that he’d been beat up by life and in need of God-size hope, she decided to accept a co-worker’s invitation...  Read More
November at Branches
on November 6th, 2019
Are you wondering what's going on this month at Branches? Well here are the events we have coming up! If you have more questions about events, you can click below, you can stop by the Info Kiosk on Sunday, or you can contact us right here in the blog. We hope that you will get plugged in to some of these upcoming events....  Read More
Please Welcome to the Team...
on November 2nd, 2019
Branches is excited to add to our staff, Josh Boyer! He has accepted the position as our new Worship Director! He is already a familiar face here at Branches, but he will be taking on a larger role with our music and worship that happens on Sundays and throughout the week. We are excited to add this part time position, and look forward to what Josh will do in the area of worship and music.Born and...  Read More
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