GREAT DAY AT VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH in Fredonia, New York

What a blessing to be back at Victory Baptist Church in Fredonia, New York.  Pat Burke has been pastoring this church for 11 years.  They have seen folks added to the church as well as purchased and renovated a building that is now their permanent home.  Bro. Burke sure has a pastor's heart.  I have had the privilege of preaching in this church at least once a year for many years now.

I know I say this often in our updates, but there was a great spirit in all three services.  It is something that, as a preacher, you ask the Lord for earnestly in leading up the meeting.  There are few things worse than preaching in a service where there is no liberty.

The highlight of the day was a young man (19 years old) coming forward during the morning service and trusting Christ.  And let me stress that he BELIEVED ON JESUS!  He was not led in a mechanical prayer or told he had to do this or that--he was led to biblical salvation by FAITH!  I asked him after the service what he did and his response was always the same - he trusted and believed on Christ. 

After the service we enjoyed a time of food and fellowship with Pastor Burke, his wife and daughters.  One of the blessings of being home for last week's meeting and yesterday was that my mom has been joining us in the services.  We have enjoyed being able to spend time with her.

After a quick trip home (and I mean quick - we were home literally 60 minutes) it was time to head back for the evening service.  It was another good time and I believe the Lord really helped some people in their personal relationships with Him.  There were good altar calls in both the morning and evening services.  All in all - it was a great Lord's day and we praise God for it.

Victory Baptist Church
10659 South Roberts Road
Fredonia, New York 14063
Pastor Patrick M. Burke

Pastor Pat Burke and myself

Victory Baptist Church in Fredonia, New York

The building they are currently in was a former antique store.  They did a great job at remodeling it and turning it into a beautiful church facility.  The picture is a little deceiving as it only shows about half of the building.