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Westside Baptist Church

A sweet ending to a lifetime of ministry

Barbara Denman Mar 26, 2021 0

Brenda Kirby was recognized for 35 years of ministry at Westside Baptist Church in Gainesville, Sunday, March 21.
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Living nativity beckons Jacksonville’s westside community

Barbara Hoffmann Dec 21, 2020 1

More than 1,800 vehicles lined Jacksonville’s westside roads leading through a beautiful gate into a replica of the Holy Land. From the safety of their own cars, passengers saw the…
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Hunger rises as pandemic lingers; FL churches rise to meet the need

Ashley Russell Dec 14, 2020 0

When Pastor Derrick Gerber delivered backpacks filled with food to children at a local elementary school over fall break, “One child mentioned that they had just used up their food…
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Church reaches families with new VBS twist during pandemic

David Moore Jul 8, 2020 0

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic and era of social distancing, Westside Baptist Church in Gainesville pulled off a successful week of engaging local families in God’s word with a…
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With Safety Measures in Place, Alachua County Churches Begin Holding Services Again

David Moore Jun 4, 2020 0

Westside Baptist Church in Gainesville has begun holding services again on its campus, but those attending must first RSVP online, answer health questions when they check in and…
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Pastor Creates Works of Art During Unique Family Devotional Videos

David Moore Apr 28, 2020 0

Family Pastor John Park is putting an artistic and captivating spin on the weekly devotional he creates for his church members during these home quarantining days of the COVID-19…
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Spring Break Offers College Missions Opportunities

Barry Sproles May 17, 2019 0

Spring break is often a time when college students from around the country descend on warmer climates, like our great state, to take advantage of its many tourist destinations. But…
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