March 2-3, 2019
bumc.net COMMUNION OFFERING: REFUGEE LIFE MINISTRY This month's Communion offering is for the Refugee Life Ministry, through which we serve our refugee neighbors alongside local ministry partners such as Siloam Health, Legacy Mission Village, and Manahaim International Church. You can give during Communion in the offering plates or text BUMCCOM and a dollar amount to 28950 (ex. BUMCCOM 50). If this is your first time giving through text, you will receive a text back with information on how to register.
heart ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE March 6, 6:30 p.m., Sanctuary Ash Wednesday is the start of the Lenten season, 40 days of reflection in preparation for Easter. You will have the opportunity to receive ashes on your forehead as an outward sign of saying you "repent, and believe in the Gospel." Childcare is available for 3 and under.
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HEART SONGS & HYMNS WORSHIP + BENEFIT NIGHT
March 10, 7 p.m., Sanctuary Sing your heart out at a night of worship! Show up early to bid on silent auction items such as handmade quilts, dinner with the Chappells, and more. Help us raise $30,000 for youth mission trips, youth choir tours, and Mending Hearts Inc. Visit the tables by Haney Hall or in the Children's Breezeway to start your bidding.
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Visit the tables in the Haney Hall and Children's L IV E S Breezeways The Orphan, Foster andC HAdoption ANGES Ministry is collecting 475 Easter baskets for foster children in Williamson County! Pick up a shopping list as you're leaving worship. Your family can also pack or deliver the baskets on March 30. Sign up at bumc.net/Register.
LENT SERMON SERIES: CROSS TRAINING
The 40 days of Lent represents the time Jesus spent in the wilderness preparing to begin his ministry. Lent is a time of repentance, fasting, and preparation for the coming of Easter. This Lent, we will look at the stories of 6 individuals who encountered the Cross in different ways and how God was training them throughout in preparation for the Risen Christ.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT BUMC? BUILDING BETTER MOMS March 12, 6:30 p.m., Tabernacle Moms, we have a place for you to connect right where you’re at in life by learning, growing, and serving together. Dinner is $15. Register for dinner and childcare by March 4 at bumc.net/BBM. DAILY FIELD GUIDE The Field Guide is like a map for your journey with scriptures, meditations, and prayers every day of the week. Read the daily devotional at bumc.net/FieldGuide. DISCIPLE FAST TRACK Begins March 10, 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Grow your knowledge of the Old Testament in 12 Sundays! Led by Rev. Allison Gossett and David Pflaum. Sign up at bumc.net/AdultStudies. LIVING WELL THROUGH ANXIETY Begins March 13, 6:30-8 p.m. Did you know that Anxiety has biological causes and is not the result of your inability to ‘let go' of trials that you face? Come as you are to explore emotional wellness. Sign up for the 6-week group at bumc.net/Register. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS Monday - Thursday, June 24-27 Have the adventure of a lifetime at VBS! We need adults of all ages and stages of life to help us lead an exciting week of fun and spiritual growth for our children. Visit bumc.net/VBS to sign up. COLLEGE SEARCH SEMINAR March 10, 11:15 a.m., Tabernacle Students and parents, how do you decide which college is the right fit? Learn how to find a school that meets your educational needs, financial constraints, and faith journey from an independent college counselor.
INTERNATIONAL MISSION TRIPS Why go on an international mission trip? You get to form friendships with brothers and sisters abroad and expand your perspective of what God is doing around the world! Visit bumc.net/MissionTrips to learn about upcoming trips.
'RETURN OF THE PRODIGAL' ADULT STUDY Begins March 10, 5 p.m. Henri Nouwen's assessment of the prodigal son and his father will resonate with all who have asked, "Where has my struggle led me?" This study is led by Judith Bone. Sign up at bumc.net/AdultStudies.
HARVEST HANDS ADVOCATES BREAKFAST TABLE HOSTS April 30, 7:30 a.m., Haney Hall Do you love the mission of Harvest Hands? Host a table at the annual breakfast! Contact Heather at heather@harvesthandscdc.com or 615.499.4963 to learn more about inviting and hosting guests.
'PSALM 23' WOMEN'S STUDY Begins March 12, 6:30 p.m. Explore the depths of God's compassionate care and learn how your vulnerability is not a liability by trusting the Shepherd's goodness throughout each season of life. This study is led by Pat Ralls. Sign up at bumc.net/AdultStudies.
BUMC CAMPUS SAFETY At BUMC, we are committed to the safety of everyone on our campus. If you ever notice anything unusual, please speak to our Welcome Team, staff, or officers on campus. Contact John Wood at johnwood@bumc.net with any questions.
RISE AGAINST HUNGER LENT CHALLENGE This Lent, we're challenging you to a church-wide fast. Beginning next week, take on each weekly challenge to practice a different form of fasting as an intentional reminder of our neighbors experiencing extreme hunger around the world. Visit bumc.net/Rise to learn more.
ONPOINT MEN'S BREAKFAST STUDY Thursdays, 6:30 a.m., Tabernacle Join the Point Men for Bible study over coffee and biscuits each week! Contact Herschel French at hfrench@bumc.net to learn more. ONPOINT PM Wednesdays, 6:15 p.m., Room A391 Connect with other dads at OnPoint PM, a new Wednesday night series to bring the men of our church together.
THE PATH BETWEEN US AN ENNEAGRAM JOURNEY Begins March 13, 9:30 a.m. Learn how to navigate relationships with others through the lens of the Enneagram. This class is for those familiar with the Enneagram from a previous class or personal study. Sign up at bumc.net/AdultStudies.
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 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. 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. 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. bumc.net/CongregationalCare