We’re already in the “dog days of summer”. That means fireworks, dripping ice cream, vacations, hot days and lots and lots of mosquitos! These past few months have flown by and school will be starting before we know it. We’re keeping very busy at First Baptist Church. Our sanctuary is crowded every Sunday morning and […]

Gabriel Lee Whitttaker of Port O’Connor passed away June 30, 2019, at the age of 44 years old. He was born April 23, 1975. He leaves behind a grandmother, mom and dad, stepmom and dad, step brothers and sister, sons, two aunts, uncle, cousins and many, many friends. There will be a celebration of life […]

Margaret E Austin, age 92, of Seadrift TX, passed away on Monday, June 17th. She was born on February 18th, 1927 in Mound, Illinois to the late Roland Campbell and Grace Isenberger Campbell. Margaret was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother whose family was blessed with her unconditional love and support. She is […]

As summer has rolled around and temperatures have steadily increased, the activity levels of many organisms have also increased. Mammals, insects, birds, and even plants are enjoying the warmer weather and plentiful resources. However, one group’s increased activity levels can lead to particularly unpleasant encounters. Reptiles, specifically snakes and alligators, are some of the most […]

“Lord, why would You give me an imagination, and then instruct me not to worry?” Our creative gift of imagination is one of the clearest ways we reflect the image of our Creator. When we submit our imaginations to the cleansing and redemptive work of God, it fuels our vision and hope that comes to […]