Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
August 26 - September 1, 2018
Summerfest 2018
REFUEL: DINNER AND STUDY www.bumc.net/Refuel Wednesday, September 12, 5:30 p.m. dinner, 6:20 p.m. study, Tabernacle For our first Refuel series, hear from our Lead Team as they discuss the proposal from the Commission on the Way Forward and how the pending decisions from the February 2019 General Conference may impact our denomination. RSVP for dinner or childcare by September 11 at www.bumc.net/Refuel or 615.373.3663.
SOUTH AFRICA OUTREACH www.bumc.net/SouthAfrica Visit the table in the Narthex to learn more Did you know that BUMC partners with 3 schools in South Africa to provide education to some of the country's most vulnerable children? Thembelihle School, outside of Howick, is just one of the programs where education is changing lives. Learn more about all of our South Africa partners at the South Africa Sponsorship Dinner on September 20. Contact Melissa Liddle at mliddle@bumc.net to RSVP by September 14. FALL STUDIES FOR ADULTS www.bumc.net/AdultStudies
Visit the table in the Narthex to learn more Fall is a great time to commit to growing in your faith through study and fellowship! We have a variety of classes to offer, from men's and women's studies to Disciple Bible Study. Visit www.bumc.net/AdultStudies to learn more about each class and to sign up.
WELCOME REV. CASEY LANGLEY ORR Casey joins our staff as Pastor of Family Ministries and comes to us from First United Methodist Church of Fort Worth (Texas). She served there as youth minister and associate pastor for 7 years. She experienced her call to ministry as a teenager at Brentwood UMC. She is a graduate of Lambuth University and Princeton Theological Seminary. She and her husband, Michael, have 2 children, James and Abby. We are excited to have the Orr family with us at BUMC!
FALL DATES www.bumc.net/Fall August 26 September 9 September 12 September 13 September 14 & 15 September 16 September 20 September 28-30 October 6 October 7 October 19-21
BUMC56 Open House Student Ministry Sunday Nights begin Welcome Sunday & Launching Point Mindfulness Conversation Refuel begins Children's Wednesday Nights begin Student Ministry Bible Study begins OnPoint (men's study) begins Fall KidSale 3rd Grade Bible Presentation (Milestone #4) South Africa Sponsorship Dinner MERGE Middle School Retreat Love In Deed day of service Blessing of the Animals Breathing Space: women's retreat
Brentwood UMC • 309 Franklin Road • Brentwood, TN 37027 • 615.373.3663
Weekly Announcements
FOR HIS GLORY DANCE MINISTRY
Sunday, August 26, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., The Pit 1st through 5th grade boys and girls are invited to join For His Glory, our children's liturgical dance ministry. This is for the experienced dancer and for those who'd like to learn the art of liturgical dance. For His Glory rehearsals begin this weekend. Contact Gigi Johns at ForHisGloryBUMC@gmail.com to learn more.
MINDFULNESS CONVERSATION
Sunday, September 9, 12:15-2 p.m. Join us for an introduction to the practice of mindfulness. Dr. Monicah Muhomba will address what mindfulness is, how you practice it, and how it improves your relationship with God. Cost is $10. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register.
ONPOINT: MEN'S STUDY
Thursday, September 13, 6:30 a.m., Tabernacle Join other BUMC men for fellowship and an in-depth look at the Bible over breakfast every week! Our first speaker is former NFL coach Steve Hagen, who will be sharing his own story of finding faith. See you there! Contact Herschel French at hfrench@bumc.net to learn more.
3RD GRADE BIBLE PRESENTATION & LUNCH (MILESTONE #4)
Sunday, September 16, all worship services 3rd graders, get your new bible from the Children's Ministry as a milestone of your faith journey! The presentation will be followed by a Bible Blast class on September 29 to learn more about your new Bibles. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register.
YOUNG WOMEN'S MEET & GREET
September 16, 9:30-10:45 a.m., Memorial Chapel Find your tribe at BUMC! Meet with members of our Ruth Circle to learn how other BUMC women in their 20s and 30s are serving as the hands and feet of Christ through United Methodist Women.
LOVE IN DEED DAY OF SERVICE
Saturday, October 6, 9-11 a.m. -or- 1-3 p.m. Serve as an individual, family, or small group as we pack meal kits through Rise Against Hunger, collect clothes for GraceWorks, and collect books for The Word Wagon. Help us reach our goal of more than 500 volunteers and raise $40,000 for our projects, including Rise Against Hunger meal kit supplies. Sign up at www.bumc.net/LoveInDeed.
FALL OPPORTUNITIES
Visit www.bumc.net/Fall to see a complete list of programs and events happening this Fall at BUMC.
BREATHING SPACE: WOMEN’S RETREAT
October 19-21, Beersheba Springs Assembly Join other BUMC women for a weekend with Pastor Caren Teichmann. Enjoy time away in nature through worship, fellowship, hiking, yoga, and art activities. Cost is $150 (double occupancy). Sign up at www.bumc.net/WomensRetreat.
BUMC KIDS CONNECTION DESK
Sundays, 9:15-10:15 a.m. We need volunteers to greet new families and help them find their child’s Sunday school classroom. Get involved with the Children’s Ministry in a fun and hospitable way! Contact Ellen Garrett at egarrett@bumc.net to volunteer.
JOYSOUND ORCHESTRA
Sundays, 3:45-5 p.m., Room A185 (The Pit) Play the music of the church with JoySound! Our first regular rehearsal is this weekend. Open to 6th grade through adults. All are welcome; no audition required. Use your gifts in worship and outreach through music ministry.
SHOPAPALOOZA VENDORS
Applications due September 1 Apply to be a vendor at SHOPapalooza on November 7! This shopping event features a variety of unique and handmade items and benefits the BUMC Day School. Contact bumcshop@gmail.com to learn more. Visit www.bumc.net/Shop to apply.
EMPLOYMENT AT BUMC
Brentwood UMC has a position opening for a full-time Project Coordinator on our Missions & Outreach Team. Visit www.bumc.net/Employment to apply.
BUMC CHANCEL CHOIR
Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., Music Suite Do you have a heart for music? Our Chancel Choir rehearsals are open to anyone with a song in their heart! Join us on Wednesday nights and Sundays at 10:30 a.m. as we prepare to lead worship in the 11:05 service every week.
Support & Care in Difficult Times If you are in need of pastoral care, contact any of our pastors or schedule an appointment by calling Melissa Liddle at 615.324.7256. You can make prayer requests online at www.bumc.net/Prayer. Support Groups There are a wide range of support and encouragement groups for issues such as grief, career transitions, addictions, dementia & Alzheimer’s, cancer support, divorce, and others. www.bumc.net/FindSupport Stephen Ministry A trained Stephen Minister meets with you confidentially to listen, care, pray, and help you find healing & wholeness. Call 615.577.4881. www.bumc.net/StephenMinistry Give Support
There are a wide range of ways to support others, such as Funeral Team, GraceNotes, Prayer Shawl Ministry, and Intercessory Prayer Team/Email Prayer Team. www.bumc.net/CongregationalCare