by Barry Bandara | Dec 11, 2017
In 2015, the San Francisco 49ers sent up their film crew to interview me and my family at GracePoint Church. They heard that I was a 49er fan pastoring in a Seattle Seahawk crazed churched. It was a part of an award winning segment called “The Faithful”...
by Barry Bandara | Feb 5, 2014
I’m a huge 49er fan living in Seattle Seahawks territory. On top of this, I’m a pastor at a Seahawks-crazed church. When I moved to Washington in 2005, my team’s record was 2-14 and was the worst team in the NFL. This was also the same year the Hawks...
by Barry Bandara | Nov 27, 2013
1. My wife and family. After 28 years of marriage, I am in love with my wife more than ever! Candy is such a perfect match for me in so many ways. She is beautiful, fun to be with, loves sports, and a woman after God’s heart. I thank God for her all the time....
by Barry Bandara | Nov 22, 2012
There are many things I am thankful for about my church, Silverdale Baptist. So, for sake of time and space, here are 10 things I’m thankful for: 10. Authentic Lives and Laughter. Our church is filled with real people with real problems but thank...
by Barry Bandara | Sep 10, 2012
This week, America’s favorite pastime (baseball) gave way to America’s passion (football). The reason I love football so much is how much of a team sport it is. In basketball, having a few good starters can push a team to victory. In football there are so...
by Barry Bandara | Apr 25, 2012
Change is inevitable. Change is all around us. It happens all the time. But, many people claim to hate change. Really? I can understand hating change when our waistline grows larger or when our hair turns gray or loose. I get this. But I believe most people, in fact,...
