Welcome to Transformation Ministries First Baptist Church

Haggai Project

The Transformation Station Community and Family Life Center (TSCFLC) is proud to present the first edition of its quarterly newsletter. Even before the doors of the Center open, we are striving to uphold one of its three areas of focus, Education. This newsletter's purpose is to inform the Transformation Station First Baptist Church congregation and the community about the work of the TSCFLC. Until the Center's doors open, this newsletter will impart information about the progress of the physical and programmatic aspects of the vision. Each quarter the newsletter will spotlight a specific program. It will include a message from Pastor Beard, an updated project schedule, new architectural renderings, and current building fund information.   The newsletter will also provide details on any important developments in the project's progression. One such development occurred recently.   On May 19, 2003 a crucial hurdle was crossed.   RBGC Architecture formally submitted the building concept to the Board of Architectural Review (BAR) for preliminary approval.   The BAR's response was overwhelmingly positive, allowing RBGC to continue to develop and refine the Center's design. As we move forward, we need the church family and community to continue to lift the TSCFLC up in prayer.   

This quarter's spotlighted program falls under Education, the K-12 Institute. As you learn more about this program and pray to see the mission of Education fulfilled, be inspired by the following scripture: "Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed,
rightly dividing the word of truth." - 2 Timothy 2:15, KJV

The K-12 Institute works to prepare the children of our community to realize their full potential.   The Transformation Station Community and Family Life Center (TSCFLC) will be a place where children can learn how to avoid unnecessary pitfalls, maneuver obstacles, and reach their dreams through victorious living! The TSCFLC will provide the youth of our community with a safe and supportive, Christian-based, after-school environment.   School-related tutoring for youth in grades K-12 will provide homework help and enrichment activities that have a positive and lasting impact on student achievement.   Bridging academics with life skills, career opportunities, entrepreneurial experiences, and technology will encourage children to apply classroom teachings to daily life.   All K-12 Institute programs will include skill-building activities in the areas of goal setting, leadership, conflict resolution, teamwork, and individual exploration.   Parental involvement will be an important aspect of all K-12 Institute programming. Parental involvement is the best indicator of academic achievement and positive spiritual growth. It is our prayer that the K-12 Institute offer a Fine Arts program.   Our youth are full of creative energy. An arts program will encourage self-expression and creative focus with classes that introduce and enhance talents in areas such as visual arts, music, and poetry.

The K-12 Institute's permanent home will be in the basement of our existing church building.   The basement fellowship hall and administrative offices will be renovated and subdivided to create six new classrooms, equipped with instructional amenities, storage and new restroom facilities.   In addition to an independent entry on 7 th Street, the K-12 Institute will have access to the street-level outdoor courtyard, the lower level gymnasium, and a state-of-the-art computer lab located in the adjacent new wing.   The classrooms will also accommodate bible classes, the L.E.A.D. Institute, and adult education programs, to be featured in future updates.

By supporting the Transformation Station Community and Family Life Center, you are making an investment in our children's future, thereby ensuring the future for us all.

"Since 1863, the First Baptist Church on West Main Street has been a beacon of hope and healing in our community. Many have found comfort and a new direction for life through this church.   In recent years, F.B.C., as the Tribe of Issacar in 1st Chronicles 12:32 "a people who understood the times..." has been on the cutting edge of ministry to address present and future challenges.   Anchoring Transformation Ministries, a far-reaching fellowship of ministries and churches, T.M.F.B.C. is on the move for even greater service.   On behalf of my wife Reverend Gardenia Beard, our ministers, leaders, and church family I invite you to join with us in this exciting opportunity to make a difference."
-Rev. Dr. Bruce Beard, Pastor