In basketball, the word transition is used when changing from offense to defense and from defense back to offense. Coaches, players, and basketball commentators will often talk about transition offense and/or defense. How well a team can manage the sudden change of possession in a basketball game will often times be a direct result of their success. … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Transition
Month: September 2020
Within a community of believers, one can find, build and establish friendships. Having support and encouragement is vital especially for college students who are away from family and friends they have had most of their life. BCM seeks to provide opportunities for students to create community where friendships can form and grow. Obviously, this year is different and … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Faith of Friends
Encouraging, supporting and helping one another as we share in prayer and carry an attitude of prayer for one another is the goal and intent of BCM prayer partners. Some helpful suggestions for sharing in prayer together are outlined below: --Plan a time to meet: perhaps weekly or every 10 days. --Be intentional about sending … Continue reading BCM Prayer Partners
Recently I have been asking folks what they are looking forward to or what they are excited about. The answers have not come easily to folks, as this year has created cancelations, postponements, and rescheduled events and activities. It has been tough to get excited because we have experienced so much disappointment. For me, this time of … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Forward
Finding a local church is vital for college students as they grow in their faith. BCM is a ministry of the West Virginia Baptist Convention (WVBC--www.wvbc.org) and a few area WVBC churches that partner with BCM are listed below. Please take some time to review the information and let us know if you have questions. … Continue reading Area Church Info
When my children were below the age of 6, Sunday afternoon naps were definitely a scheduled activity in our house. After a Sunday morning of teaching, preaching, and building relationships with church members, we looked forward to a time of rest after lunch. The nap event was often scheduled and even circled on the calendar. Even though those … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Rest
Over the last five years, I have taken an interest in woodworking. Building different items has been enjoyable and challenging. I have learned several aspects of woodworking and have remembered different components of the measurement system. I should have paid more attention in geometry! Keeping projects square and level is an aspiration. From a kitchen island, to a few home … Continue reading Wednesday Words: Build