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Job Transitions
1st Wednesdays, beginning January 6
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm in J109
Have you suffered a job loss? Could you use some assistance in moving through the maze of seeking a new job? We have a Job Transition team who will help you tweak your resume, coach you on your job seeking strategy and provide job search resources as you seek employment during this challenging time.
Upcoming Speakers:
September 1 - Wes Johnson, Transition Consulting, "Nuances of Networking"
October 6 - Max E. Toy, Exec V.P., Sales & Marketing, Surebooks LLC
For more information contact Russelle Stokes at 972-428-1349 or rstokes@btbf.org.
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The Ultimate Journey (formerly known as The Christ Life Solution)
Phase One Orientation Thursday, August 5
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm in Old Care Office
Phase One Class
Thursdays, August 12 - October 28
6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Room TBA
What if you’re not really the way you’ve come to see yourself? What if you could fully lean on, trust in, and rely on Christ living through you instead of striving to live like Him?
The Ultimate Journey (formerly titled The Christ Life Solution) is a process of deep discipleship begun in three 12-week classes:
Phase 1 – Unpacking Self-Deception: Trading self-deception for God’s perception of you.
Phase 2 – Abandoning Self-Reliance: Trading self-reliance for dependence on God
(Phase 1 is a prerequisite for Phase 2)
Phase 3 – Trading self-identity for Christ-Life in you
(Phase 2 is a prerequisite for Phase 3)
Orientation is a prerequisite for participating in Phase One class.
The Ultimate Journey Phase Two
Tuesdays, August 10 – October 26
6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Room TBA
The prerequisite of participating in this class is to have completed Phase One. Phase Two will walk you through trading self-reliance for dependence on God.
The Ultimate Journey is open to anyone 18 and older. You may also contact Russelle Stokes at 972-428-1349 or Rstokes@btbf.org.
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Tuesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Room J109
What is Celebrate Recovery? Our society is becoming more and more complex. Kids now have three sets of grandparents. Sexual addiction for men and women is growing at an exponential rate. Divorce is at an all-time high - for Christians. Sometimes life is overwhelming; we can struggle with pain, shame and addictions. CR was designed as a program to help those struggling with hurts, habits and hangups by showing them the loving power of Jesus Christ through a recovery process.
Newcomers always welcome.
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Coaching Through Conflict
4th Sunday of every month
10:15 am – 11:00 am
Ministry Conference Rooms
Many of us are either coming out of conflict, in the midst of conflict, or entering into conflict. The Bible gives us God’s perspective on confession, forgiveness, and restoration “for His grace is sufficient.” On the fourth Sunday of every month the Reconciliation Ministry Team will have advisors available to pray with you and help coach you through personal conflict. For more information contact Eric Willis at 972-306-4477 or ewillis@btbf.org.
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Handling Conflict Biblically (Peacemakers)
Wednesdays, September 22 – December 1
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm in J116
Cost: $25.00
This interactive study gives practical Biblical guidance for conflict resolution that takes you beyond resolving conflicts to true, life-changing reconciliation with family, friends, co-workers, and fellow believers. Come prepared to become a Peacemaker who breathes grace in midst of conflict and difficult situations. Class material includes group study guide and the book The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict by Ken Sande, led by Eric Willis. For more information contact Victoria Obergfoll: vobergfoll@btbf.org or 972-428-1327. Register |
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Special Needs and Disabilities Support Group
2nd & 4th Thursday of each month
6:30pm – 8:30pm Room J116
Are you an adult who is disabled or do you provide care for someone with special needs? This support group may be just what you need. Please join us for a time of fellowship, teaching, encouragement and prayer. We are here to stand with you as you face the everyday challenges of living with a special need.
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Fix-It Ministry
Need something fixed? Our mission is to assist people in need (especially single women and single parents) with minor home repairs. Find out more and submit requests at www.btbf.org/fixitministry. |
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Financial Counseling
How is your budget? Or is it more like, “what budget?” Financial Counseling can assist you in getting your financial house in order and understanding Christian stewardship. For more information contact Michelle Harrell at 972-428-1336 or mharrell@btbf.org. |
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Stephen Ministry
A Stephen Minister provides confidential Christian care, support and encouragement for emotional and spiritual needs to anyone (18 or older) in the community. People seeking a Stephen Minister will be confidentially interviewed before a one-on-one relationship is established. Anyone who has experienced a change in life that has resulted in stress or loss would benefit from the care and support of a Stephen Minister.
For more information contact Russelle Stokes at 972-428-1349 or rstokes@btbf.org.
If you are interested in becoming a Stephen Minister, click here.
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Biblical Counseling
A Biblical Counselor is a member of the church who has been trained to listen and look at God's Word to address the issues in our lives. For more information on obtaining a Biblical Counselor, contact mharrell@btbf.org.
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Job Transitions
Have you suffered a job loss? Could you use some assistance in moving through the maze of seeking a new job? We have Job Transition team members and resources to help you during this challenging time. For more information contact Russelle Stokes at rstokes@btbf.org or 972-428-1349.
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Tuesdays, August 17 - November 23
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm in J112
Are you walking through divorce or separation? Find help and healing for the hurt of separation and divorce. DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life's most difficult experiences. Don't go through separation or divorce alone.
DivorceCare groups are led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. DivorceCare participants gain knowledge to deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life. This 15 week program will begin August 17 at 6:30 pm.
Registration available online here.
For more information contact Russelle Stokes at 972-428-1349 or rstokes@btbf.org. |
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“The Big D” – Divorce through the Eyes of a Teen
Tuesday, August 24 - November 16
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm in Servant Café
This program is designed to encourage and empower teens to deal with their feelings, fears, and emotions while experiencing the divorce or separation of their parents. It is very common for teens to experience a variety of conflicting emotions during this time. Many react with anger, withdrawal, and intense pain; many carrying these unresolved emotions into their own futures. Because of the divorce or separation of their parents, teens find themselves in a situation that they did not choose. Divorce and separation has a ripple effect on the entire family unit. Teens will see added value to their experience in “The Big D” when their parent is involved in the adult program. This 13-week program will begin August 24 at 6:30 pm. For more information contact Russelle Stokes at 972-428-1349 or rstokes@btbf.org.
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Divorce Care for Kids (DC4K)
Tuesday, August 17 - November 23
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm in F201
DC4K is a place where children meet other kids who understand how they feel. Children experiencing divorce often tell us they feel alone and helpless. Your children may feel scared, sad and confused. They may hide their feelings from you because they are worried about your happiness or because they do not know how to express their feelings appropriately. Divorce Care for Kids (DC4K) is the perfect companion to the adult Divorce Care group for the parent. This class is open to those enrolled in Kindergarten to 11 years. This 15 week program will begin August 17 at 6:30pm.
Registration available online here. |
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Reconciliation Ministry
Having conflict with another person? Need assistance in handling it in a biblical way? Before divorce court or suing your business partner, take advantage of our conflict coaching and mediation services by contacting Michelle Harrell at 972-428-1336 or mharrell@btbf.org. |
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The Refuge
Wednesdays, every other week beginning September 8
6:30pm
Care Offices
The Refuge is a confidential group designed to restore hearts and promote healing for women who are experiencing the effects of pornography, infidelity or sexual addiction in their marriages, and seek counsel and wisdom from the Lord regardless of their spouse’s choices.
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Foundations for Marriage: Prepare to build a marriage
Sundays, September 12 – November 7
9:00 am in the Care Offices
Cost: $50.00 *one registration per couple
Our nine-week marriage Preparation Class helps couples prepare for the exciting journey of marriage. This class has two components: teaching and mentoring. It is open to any couple considering marriage. Topics discussed include principles of a Christian marriage, communication, leaving and cleaving, marriage roles and expectations, finances, personalities and intimacy. For more information contact Jeff & Ginny Miller: texashogs@msn.com or 214-866-0224 . Register
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