Closer Look

By Meaghan O’Neal

Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Joey Marchica has been in the Italian food business for almost 40 years. So when he had the opportunity to open a new restaurant in Land O’Lakes, he also saw it as an opportunity to pass along his family heritage to his son.

It’s been a year since Joey and his son, Nicky, opened Lake Padgett Bistro, which is located in the Lake Padgett Community Center in Land O’ Lakes. It had always been Joey’s dream to work with his son and to help him be successful in business, just as he had worked alongside his father.

Joey’s mother and father were from Sicily, Italy. When they came to America, the Marchicas brought their recipes with them, and today those recipes continue to influence the menu and food served at the Lake Padgett Bistro.

Growing up, Joey worked with his father making pizzas in Brooklyn, New York. In 1986, Joey moved to Tampa to open his own pizza restaurant — Scotto’s in East Lake Mall. It was there that he met his wife, Gina, a part owner in Lake Padgett Bistro.

In addition to Scotto’s, Joey was involved in the opening of Pizza Suprema, located on Collier Parkway, now owned by Joey’s family.

Joey and Nicky firmly believe that they are unique in the food service business, because they are a family owned business. They take great pride in their operation, beginning with the freshest possible ingredients. They never use any product that is frozen or premade.

The Marchicas believe their greatest assets are their customers. They love to feed people with good tasting quality food. “One of the things we would like our customers to know is that we are not a fast food restaurant. All of our food is made fresh to order. We do not have food waiting in a box ready to serve, it is all prepared fresh for you,” said Gina Marchica.

Lake Padgett Bistro specializes in calzones, hot subs, baked pastas, and, of course, pizza. The menu also offers salads, cold subs and American favorites such as hamburgers, chicken fingers and steaks. Joey and Nicky also make custom orders for customers who have unique food allergies or other needs.

Lake Padgett Bistro delivers to the surrounding area for no extra charge. It also does catering for all events.

“Lake Padgett Bistro is Land O’ Lakes’ best kept secret,” said Joey. “It’s been exciting to watch our business grow, and it’s so gratifying that once people find us, they recognize us for the hidden gem we are and keep coming back.”

Like his father, Nicky is looking forward to being involved in the family business for a long time. “I am excited to be able to carry out our family legacy of pizza making and wonderful Italian family recipes,” he said.

813-406-4440 • 4533 Savanah Way, • Land O’ Lakes

By Mike Matthew

Special to The Laker / Lutz News

Debi Bolusi and Ernest Van Glahn are two award-winning realtors in the Exit Prime Realty family serving Land O’ Lakes and neighboring communities. Debi received her first Exit Award for Excellence in Customer Service in 2014. Ernie won the 2014 Sales Person of the year award and was voted the Most Valuable Player for the brokerage.

Both Ernest and Debi have been awarded Agent of the Month multiple times in 2014.

Debi moved to Odessa three years ago from New York. She started out with ReMax, but left when Exit Prime Realty contacted her. “We have a great family of realtors here,” says Debi. “I’m glad I made the switch.”

Ernie is a retired New York City Officer from the New York City Police Department. He rose through the ranks quickly to the rank of Captain. He retired after 20 years. He served as a Commanding Officer when he retired. He moved to Florida and has lived in Land O’ Lakes for the last eleven years.

“My niche is working with our nation’s heros,” says Van Glahn. He is a Military Relocation Professional. He works with members of the military, law enforcement, fire fighters, EMT’s, and school employees. He is also an Employee Benefits Director for a non-profit organization, “Hero Home Source.” Ernie gives back part of his commission to these heroes at closing for their service to our nation and community.

“Prospective clients should ask about our 59-Day Guarantee,” says Ernie. “If we don’t sell your home in 59 days, we’ll pay you $1,000 at closing. Give us a call to find out the details. There are some conditions that must be met, of course.”

“This is a great time to sell your home,” says Debi. “It’s a seller’s market. The existing home inventory is low. Many sellers are receiving their asking price or more.”

There is also a great deal of new home construction going on in the Land O’ Lakes and Wesley Chapel area. State Road 54 is being widened to accommodate the growth. There are also a number of new shopping centers on the books. More schools will need to be built to accommodate the growth.

Ask about their guaranteed sales program for new construction. Qualified buyers may have their existing rental lease bought out as part of the settlement on a new home.

Debi and Ernie have solid relationships with area lenders. They work hard to get you the very best financing. They also work with people who’ve had credit problems in the past, helping to get their credit repaired, so they’ll be able to obtain financing.

“A number of zero-down financing programs are available,” says Debi. “Right now the USDA is offering 100 percent financing for many areas in Pasco County. Interest rates are still low. We’re also not seeing as many foreclosures as there were two years ago. The market is good.”

Debi and Ernie want to make the sale and purchase process as stress-free as possible. “We deal with all the stress, so our clients don’t have to,” says Debi.

“One thing we always recommend is a home inspection,” says Ernest. “It’s the best two to three hundred dollars you can spend on a home purchase. You don’t want any surprises after closing that could have easily been resolved or avoided prior to the sale.”

“There are numerous types of technologies we use to get your home sold,” says Debi. “Exit Realty is the technology leader. Other brokerages simply do not have these technologies.”

Ernie and Debi works closely with relocation buyers from locations all over the country. They are able to assist these buyers with the sale of their existing homes, even those that are located in other states. Debi is Short Sale Certified.

Ernie was the first employee in the Land O’ Lakes office when it opened in August two years ago. Now they have fifty agents. The real estate market is booming. Anyone considering a career in real estate should give Debi or Ernie a call. The company provides a great deal of training and support to their agents.

“We also do a lot of local charity works such as the Jason Ackerman Foundation, which helps children who’ve lost a parent,” says Debi.

Exit Prime Realty is located at 20625 Amberfield Drive in Land O’ Lakes. The office phone number is (813) 241-6800. You can reach Debi directly at (917) 797-6376 and Ernie directly at (727) 267-2347. Visit their website at HYPERLINK “http://www.ExitPrimeRealty.net” ExitPrimeRealty.net for more information.

By Meaghan O’Neil

Special to The Laker/Lutz News

When transitioning to an assisted living and memory care community, The Commons on Pretty Pond in Zephyrhills is the perfect community. “It is our goal to make the transition from home to our community meaningful and worry free.” Keaton Hobbs, Community Outreach Director at The Commons explains.

“The quality of life our residents enjoy is at the core of our mission. Research shows that activity, both physical and mental can improve the overall quality of life. Our goal is to create a whole person wellness attitude and change how we think and act in relation to our residents. “Aging Gracefully” is not a program but rather the embodiment of an attitude about the quality of life we provide our residents. It is the platform upon which family members and staff alike participate to present those attributes that will allow our residents to rediscover the joy available in life.” Keaton explained.

To keep residents active, The Commons offers an activity program that engages the mind, energizes the body and nurtures the spirit. Activities include: health & wellness programs, fitness & exercise classes, craft classes, puzzles, memory games, card games, social events, spiritual and cultural programming and exciting and fun outings. Other thoughtfully designed common spaces meant to be enjoyed include a beauty salon, library and billiards room. Additionally, The Commons provides transportation for shopping and doctors’ appointments.

Keaton explains that many of their residents enjoy volunteering and giving back to the community. Residents have organized fundraisers for causes such as Breast Cancer Awareness and Wounded Warriors. Other residents enjoy making jewelry to sell in The Commons’ store.

A year ago, The Commons added a Memory Care Village designed specifically for seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease and/or other memory loss not typically associated with the normal aging process. Twenty-one apartments are dedicated specifically to Memory Care, which provides our residents with separate living and dining areas, as well as an enclosed outdoor courtyard. In the Village, our associates and residents spend their days “Reflecting on past accomplishments, Rejoicing in the moment and Renewing spirits each day!” Keaton said.

All 132 apartments at The Commons on Pretty Pond are licensed for assisted living and offer various levels of care. The month-to-month rent includes 3 meals per day, weekly housekeeping, laundry services, activities and entertainment, transportation and utilities.

The Commons has a variety of floor plans, including studio, one-bedroom and two- bedroom apartments. People who want to experience The Commons, but would like to try it first, can stay in an apartment for a few days. “This allows potential residents to decide if The Commons is a good fit for them,” said Keaton.

“The staff at The Commons on Pretty Pond are dedicated to improving the lives of their residents every day,” said Keaton. “Our goal is to help make the transition into assisted living (or memory care) enjoyable with a goal of becoming healthier.”

813-779-4501 and ask for Keaton Hobbs

The Commons on Pretty Pond

38130 Pretty Pond Road

Zephyrhills, FL 3354

www.thecommonsonprettypond

By Meaghan O’Neal

Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Don Grady, owner of Don’s Dogs, is a dog trainer that has a unique and effective perspective on dog training.

Don’s wife, Valerie, and family always told him that he should become a dog trainer because of his love for dogs and natural knack at training them. According to Don, he, “thought they were crazy” because he didn’t have any formal training. Don is a classically trained chef and worked in the culinary industry until the recession hit. Knowing that he had a gift for training, his wife submitted an application for him at a local pet store and it was during this job that the idea for Don’s Dogs was born, and he decided that he would like to do training on his own.

As a trainer, Don primarily focuses on obedience training. He also trains dogs with behavioral issues, such as shyness, aggression and fear anxiety. “I’ll teach any dog,” says Don, “it doesn’t matter how old the dog is.” He’s been very successful with older dogs, including his 14- year-old Border Collie mix named Zoey. Don claims that every day he “proves that the old adage ‘you can’t teach an old dog new tricks’ is simply not true.”

In addition to teaching obedience, Don has begun training his other dog Abby, a mixed breed that he rescued, in Agility, an obstacle course for dogs. As the dogs run through the course, the trainer runs with them and gives them cues. Don describes it as a “dance between dog and owner” and says that it’s a great exercise for high-energy dogs that are well trained in obedience. Since he’s started training Abby in agility, Don has noticed her become calmer, which he attributes to her being able to have another outlet for her intelligence and energy.

When a customer begins training with Don, he goes to their home first since that’s where the dog and owner are most comfortable. Once he feels that the dog is adequately trained at home, he will take customers and their dogs on “field trips” starting with places with few distractions and moving to places with greater distractions. The final training sessions are in areas such as The Shops at Wiregrass where there is a high level of activity. Don says, “My thought is that if the dog can focus on you at Wiregrass on a Sunday afternoon, they should be able to do okay when you’re on a walk or at your house.” Seeing a dog’s progression in training is one of his favorite parts of the business.

More important to Don, however, is when he starts to see the training make sense to the owners. In the past few years of training dogs, Don has found that training owners is the hardest part of the job. His absolute favorite part of training is when owners have their “aha” moment. According to Don, “When they finally understand that they need to speak to the dog in a language the dog understands, training becomes easy.”

Don considers the beginning of his business an accident since he is just finding his calling. However, his greatest fulfillment in work so far has been found in his training dogs and owners to coexist and experience life together.

To set up a training appointment or find out more about Don’s Dogs, contact Don at (813) 784-2698.

By Anne Childers

Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Mike Singh first learned his extraordinary barber skills in New York City, where he worked with all nationalities as he perfected his talents and experiences. But Florida proved to be the right location to open his own business.

Now with over 15 years experience, Mike and his wife and business partner, Caren Badrudeen Singh, have opened Barbers International to bring all that big city style to Tampa. The salon is centrally located on Nebraska Avenue, between Busch Boulevard and Fowler Avenue.

“We are gender friendly and cater to all races and ethnicity, including West Indian and Guyanese,” Mike says.

The large, nine-chair salon is immaculate and comfortable. It is staffed by seven talented barbers and two cosmetologists/stylists, all who stay busy providing color, cuts, dreads, extensions, waxing and facials for men and women.

Stylist Mica specializes in braids, cornrows and kinky twist. Caesars, fades, blowouts and comb-overs are all in a day’s work for this talented crew of barbers and stylist. Ray-hawks and other sports cuts are another popular specialty.

Barbers International also is home to two additional artists — tattoo artist Andy and graphic artist Angel, both who work with the Singhs to perfect designs for clients. Their creative work can be seen on hair, skin, business cards and T-shirts for a total branding and personalized style for anyone looking to really stand out in business or personal life.

Also operating from Barbers International is Caren’s specialty business, Elegant Occasions.

“At Elegant Occasions, we take hair design and makeup to our clients for special events and weddings,” Caren says. “In fact, we recently traveled to Miami to provide all the on-site hair styling for a complete wedding party.”

Barbers International is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and will stay open as long as there are customers in the shop. Children and adults with special needs are given preferential service with minimal waits. Walk-ins are also welcome, and pricing is competitive.

“Let Barbers International give you your best look and style yet,” says Mike. “We are here to make you as beautiful as you feel.”

(813) 402-2814 • 10509 N. Nebraska Ave., Suite #5, Tampa, FL 33612

By Mike Matthew

Special to The Laker / Lutz News

Photo: Mary Jane Graham

Lynne Mitzel, principal owner of Morrow Insurance Group, has helped Lutz families protect their assets for over twenty-five years. “Our name is synonymous with community,” says Lynne. “We have had customers with us for thirty years, and now we are insuring their children.”

“Everyone has different insurance needs. Two families in the same neighborhood will each have unique circumstances. We work to give our clients exactly what they need and want, not a cookie-cutter plan that is easy to sell.”

“We are big on relationships,” says Lynne. “At the end of the day, it is all about people working with people. You need to be able to trust the people with which you work.” “Our national carriers are constantly telling us to send our smaller clients to call centers for service,” says Lynne. “I certainly do not like my calls being answered by someone in another country. I want every one of my customers to receive the personal service they deserve from someone who knows them and truly cares about their needs.” Lynne and her team, work diligently to obtain customized coverage for each client.

A major concern facing homeowners today has to do with homeowner’s insurance. Many national insurance carriers are no longer writing homeowners policies in Florida. As a result clients often come to us having policies with the state insurer, Citizens. While a vast number of these policies are being transferred to take-out companies, even some of these companies go out of business in a few short years due to mismanagement and other financial difficulties. This is shaky ground for homeowners, and they need someone on their side to provide insurance options. Morrow Insurance stays on top of these issues along with maintaining a company base that provides alternative markets to ensure their clients are properly covered.

Morrow Insurance has one office with eighteen colleagues. Many of which have been there more than ten years. “We’re like a big family here,” says Lynne. “We actually enjoy insurance, and everyone works hard for our customers.”

“Schools do not teach people how to buy insurance or purchase real estate,” says Lynne. “These are big issues. You have to find someone who takes your interests to heart. We are a faith-based organization, and that contributes to why everyone is so caring and loving.”

The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. They close for lunch daily from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., so everyone can go to lunch together. Sometimes their customers join them.

Morrow Insurance Group provides personal insurance (homeowners, umbrella, auto, flood, valuable articles, motorcycle, watercraft, recreational vehicle, and plane insurance), commercial insurance (property, commercial vehicle, workers compensation, product liability, crime, marine, and general liability), health insurance and financial planning services.

Call Lynne and her dedicated staff at (813) 963-1669 or visit their website at MorrowInsurance.net for more information. Their office is located at 18936 N. Dale Mabry Highway in Lutz.

By Mike Matthew

Special to The Laker / Lutz News

Pediatric Health Care Alliance has twelve neighborhood locations with more than 40 board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners dedicated to providing your child with the very best medical care.

Dr. Melody Baade and Dr. Ignatius Tan are the pediatricians at a growing Pasco location, the Suncoast Office in Odessa. “What makes our practice unique is that we provide a medical home for our patients,” says Dr. Baade. This means all patient care is coordinated through the pediatrician’s office, including specialist care, hospital admissions, chronic conditions, and more. The Odessa office has been open for five years with patients coming from a wide area.

Another unique factor about the practice, which was founded in 1997, is that it is independently owned by the physicians. All decisions about patient care and business operations are made by the pediatricians. “Many of our doctors have worked for other pediatric offices before,” says Dr. Baade. “They bring with them a great deal of experience.”

Dr. Baade earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in 1985. She completed her residency in pediatrics in 1988 at USF Tampa General Hospital. She has been recognized by physician peers on the list of Best Doctors in America from 1996 to 2014.

Dr. Tan graduated from the University of South Florida College of Medicine in 1992 and completed his residency in 1995 at USF All Children’s Hospital. He was also voted one of the Best Doctors in America by his peers from 2011 to 2014.

With Pediatric Health Care Alliance, patients get the benefits of a larger practice while seeing the same doctors in each individual office. “We get to know our patients personally, and they get to know us and our staff,” says Dr. Baade. “We’re here to help.”

Another benefit from this group practice is the availability of evening and weekend hours at their locations in Brandon, North Carrollwood and Wesley Chapel . These extended hours are available to all patients from any location when the other offices are closed for the day. Patient records are electronic and available at every location to ensure continuity of care if patients need to visit another location. For more pressing concerns, pediatricians are available on-call 24 hours a day, every day of the year, and they are also on staff at major area hospitals.

Patient care and communication are top priorities of Pediatric Health Care Alliance. “We welcome calls during business hours to discuss your concerns,” says Dr. Baade. “We try to provide same-day appointments for sick children. We also have a separate waiting area for sick children.”

The Suncoast Office is currently welcoming new patients from newborns through the age of 18, and provides care for established patients through age 21. They accept most major insurance plans. Anyone new to the area or currently looking for a new pediatrician should call for a complimentary welcome visit to meet the staff and tour the office.

“We’re in the largest pediatric group on the west coast of Florida,” says Dr. Baade. “Dr. Tan and I have been in the Suncoast office since it opened. We’re Florida natives.” Dr. Baade grew up in Daytona Beach, while Dr. Tan grew up in the Tampa area.

The Suncoast office is located at 1850 Crossings Blvd., Unit 100, in Odessa, behind the Target Plaza off State Road 54. Contact them at (813) 475-7100 or visit their website at PediAlliance.com for more information.

Additional locations include Big Bend, Brandon, Citrus Park, Crossroads, FishHawk, Lutz, North Carrollwood, Northside, South Tampa, Suncoast, Walsingham and Wesley Chapel.

Gives You and Your Family Peace of Mind

By Anne Childers

Special to The Laker/Lutz News

Most people are planners. We plan for work and play — vacations, sporting events, social occasions and milestones like births, graduations and weddings.

The only milestone most people fail to plan for is the last one — when we end our journey here on earth. Even those who have accepted that death is part of life can be reluctant to make arrangements for that final occasion.

The caring, professional staff at Trinity Memorial Gardens understands this hesitation. Every staff member knows how to care for others during this time of need, and is trained to assist with unique needs and requests.

Gary Saling, general manager of Trinity Memorial Gardens, commented, “When someone makes pre-need plans for themselves, they find peace of mind knowing that their family members will not need to worry or be burdened about what to do when the time comes.”

“When you make the decisions and the arrangements, you can be assured that your wishes will be carried out, “ said Saling. “You will spare your family the emotional choices that need to be made at a very difficult time.”

In addition to pre-need planning, Trinity Memorial Gardens offers at-need services, traditional burial and on-site cremation at its location on State Road 54, four miles west of the Veterans Expressway. All faiths are welcomed at this privately owned, full service funeral home, which offers a lovely, on-site chapel with seating for up to 250 guests.

There is a Garden of Honor for military veterans, two Catholic themed gardens, the Garden of Prayer and Bell Tower, a non-sectarian garden.   There is also a separate cemetery on-site for those of the Jewish faith, called Beit Olam.   Trinity also serves those of the Hindu faith, as they have the on-site crematory.

The Rose Garden is a newly created area that provides for in ground cremation burials. There is a private estate garden for those interested in a separated family plot, and a public mausoleum with both crypts for full body entombment, and niches for cremation inurnments. There are also glass front niches for a unique way to memorialize a loved one.

Trinity Memorial Gardens is about to embark on numerous constructions projects, including a new niche chapel dedicated to glass front niches, another inside mausoleum, an outside mausoleum, multiple new gardens, and a gazebo near the gardens of Honor and Innocence (the special garden for infants).

A full-time, professional maintenance staff takes care of the beautiful grounds. There are no additional fees charged to families for landscaping and garden maintenance.

Trinity Memorial Gardens, which is part of Dr. James Gill’s original vision for Trinity, is celebrating 20 years of service during 2015. The Gardens continue to grow and expand services to meet the needs of all who call this region home.

General Manager Gary Saling joins his staff in inviting you to call and schedule a personal tour of the Trinity Memorial Gardens campus.

12609 Memorial Drive, Trinity, FL. 34655 • 813-920-4241 • www.trinitymemorial.com

By Mike Matthew

Special to The Laker / Lutz News

Family Medical Centers wants to know you as a person rather than just symptoms in need of treatment. They have offices in Trinity and Port Richey staffed by caring doctors with extensive experience.

Dr. Darren T. Morris is the family physician in charge of their new office in Trinity. He brings with him 14 years of wide-ranging medical expertise including family medicine, urgent care, sports medicine and emergency room care. He also worked three years for the U.S. Border Patrol in South Carolina as their chief medical officer.

“I’ve done a ton of injury care,” says Dr. Morris, “including workplace accidents, sports injuries, along with all the traumas and injuries incurred by officers working for the U.S. Border Patrol.”

Dr. Morris received his undergraduate degree in biochemistry from the College of Charleston in South Carolina and his Doctorate of Medicine from the Medical University of South Carolina in 1997. His residency in family medicine was completed in 2000 at the Medical University of South Carolina, Muse Family Medicine Program.

“I want to emphasize that we’re doctors you can talk to,” says Dr. Morris. “We take the time to listen to our patients. We provide a very personal and professional service.”

He’s been a staff physician, emergency room physician, assistant emergency room director, and a medical director at the Department of Homeland Security. He enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, kayaking and biking.

His father was a pilot in the Air Force. He grew up on bases all over the world. After graduating from high school, he moved to South Carolina where his family was originally from. He practiced medicine there for seven years before moving to Lutz in 2007, where he worked for a number of private practices.

Family Medical Centers is a traditional family care practice. They can address a wide variety of your medical needs for patients from ages 2 to 100. Many staff members are fluent in English and Spanish.

The doctors offer comprehensive care and specialize in auto accident injuries. They perform school sports physicals, work-related physicals, drug testing and blood screening. They work with local chiropractors, orthopedic surgeons and have a good network of specialists and attorneys that they work with.

Family Medical Centers accepts walk-ins, new patients and most insurances. They are also available for walk-in urgent care.

The Trinity office is located at 2208 Duck Slough Blvd., Suite A (behind the Outback Steakhouse). The phone number is (727) 375-5885. Further information is available on their website at FamilyMedicalCenters.net.

By Mike Matthew

Special to The Laker / Lutz News

Shaun Walker, lead teaching pastor at Grace Baptist Church in Wesley Chapel, is responsible for teaching scripture from the pulpit and in small groups. He oversees all teaching activities at Grace Baptist.

“My work is not just preaching,” says Shaun. “We care for the whole person by pointing them towards answers in scripture. We want to help people going through life’s trials and also rejoice with them in good times.”

“Church is not just about Sunday,” says Shaun. “Sunday matters because it’s lived out Monday through Saturday. It’s about bringing God’s words to life within each individual so the real meaning of the scriptures shine through everything they do and say.”

Shaun grew up attending church. After receiving a bachelors degree in Bible, he moved to Colorado to serve as an unpaid pastoral intern. He lived with families in the community, moving to a new home every two months for two years.

He spent the last 13 years in Colorado serving as an assistant pastor. As he matured into the role, he recognized people responding favorably to a teaching style of ministry. Grace Baptist was looking for a teaching pastor and contacted him. After going through the interview process, the church voted him in. He moved here in July 2014.

“What drew me was the people,” says Shaun. “I found people truly supporting and caring for each other. They weren’t just doing church on Sunday. They are a loving community of Christians who spend time in each other’s homes.”

“A healthy church requires the meaning of the sermon to reflect the meaning of the scripture,” says Shaun. “Our teachings are relentlessly faithful to the biblical text. I am essentially a reporter of God’s word. Here’s what God said.”

“We can’t just pick a phrase out of the Bible and debate its meaning,” says Shaun. “We need to look at the context, the flow of meaning that exists through the whole text. The teaching must also be relevant. I’m always asking the question, so what? The text has to answer the ‘so what’ question.”

The teachings at Grace Baptist Church are not shallow. “God is trustworthy,” says Shaun. “We’ve been loved and forgiven. This is a foundation upon which to build an active faith.”

Grace Baptist welcomes sinners of all social and economic distinctions. “There is no room in a healthy church for any type of discrimination,” says Shaun. “We need diversity. It helps us to understand how God loves each and every one of us without regard to our apparent differences.”

Anyone dissatisfied with their current ministry or bouncing from church to church should come to Grace Baptist and experience the power of a teaching ministry.

Grace Baptist Church is located at 2600 Cypress Ridge Blvd in Wesley Chapel (behind Goodwill at State Road 54 and Interstate 75). Sermons are at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, and 7 p.m. on Wednesday, and are open to all (no appointment necessary).