Frank Guiles: I’ve seen amazing healings and testimony in my two years in the congregation. Melvin Hale is truly sent by god to spread the gospel and the good news of Jesus!!!!
That church is amongst my closest experiences of connecting with God!!!!!
Chris Brownlee: Although mostly older Christians, the pastor, staff and congregation members will welcome you wholeheartedly. Although, in this age of identity theft and such, I cant (as yet) post things such as the friendly fellowship that goes on every Sunday (and other days of the week too), here is the most genuine love and concern for the visitor and newcomer I have come across in a "brick & mortar" church in my 30+ years as a "new creation". And the advantage of an older congregation is the years and years of practical experience LIVING the Gospel. Its more than book smarts here, its true Christian maturity.
Although I "work" here, I speak from a position Timothy must have first felt when sent by the apostle Paul. I was one of the youngest here (other than the grandkids in Sunday school and Nursery), yet this church was like the flip-side of what the 1st century Tim encountered in his calling. These people are more like the Bereans of Acts, who thoroughly check that what anyone taught them was true to the scriptures (In fact, at BBF, this is actively encouraged!)
If you live in or near Chico, California; are looking for a church of genuine, true-to-the-core FOLLOWERS of Christ, and like the traditional hymns and time tested songs of the faith, stop by any Sunday. Youll always feel welcome.
The church is currently in transition, looking for a new pastor (health and age cause Pastor Cheney to retire). Please pray for our board to make a wise decision.
