May 5 - 11, 2019
bumc.net COMMUNION OFFERING: BENEVOLENCE MINISTRY This month's Communion offering is for the Benevolence Ministry, which provides emergency, short-term financial assistance for those both within our congregation and in our community. This ministry also acts as a bridge to connect recipients with long-term support. 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.
THIS WEEK'S NEIGHBOR CHALLENGE: PRAY
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This weekend we're talking about the Golden Rule: to do unto others as you would have them do unto you. How does this apply to being a good neighbor? This week, identify the immediate neighbors you wish to focus on for the next 8 weeks, and pray for the people of that area. This can be the people on your street, in your residential complex, at work, or at school. You'll notice three large panels outside of Haney Hall that say PRAY, COMMUNICATE, and INVITE. Each week you come to worship, place a sticker (provided) on a panel to represent how you connected with your neighbors that week. 1 sticker = 1 person connected with through prayer, communication, or invitation. Share your stories of the weekly challenges with Rev. Shelby Slowey at sslowey@bumc.net.
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MINDFULNESS RETREAT May 11, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
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During this day-long retreat, you will learn how to practice the 4 foundations of mindfulness: of the body, of feeling tones, of the mind, and of experience. Cost is $30. Sign up at bumc.net/Register.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL bumc.net/VBS June 24-27, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Blast off at VBS! We'll explore the many wonders of God's universe through out-of-this-world fun! For K – 4th grade (18-19 school year). Cost is $10; t-shirts are available for an additional $10. Sign up at bumc.net/VBS.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT BUMC? PRAYER SERVICE FOR CHILDREN LOST AND LONGED FOR May 5, 6:30-7 p.m., Memorial Chapel We believe that no one should have to face grief alone. We welcome anyone who has lost a child, has longed for a child, or has traveled with someone on their journey to join us for a very simple but sacred time of prayer, reflection, and rest in the presence of God.
WOMEN'S SUMMER SABBATH May 14, 6:15-8 p.m., Haney Hall Our summer sabbath series is back this year as we study the lives of three Marys in the Bible. We'll look at the creative work of the Holy Spirit over a light supper, teaching by Rev. Toi King, and an activity. Cost is $15. Sign up at bumc.net/Register.
LAUNCHING POINT May 12, 9:45 & 11 a.m. Parlor (downstairs below Narthex) Want to meet some familiar faces around BUMC? Launching Point is the place to learn more about BUMC from our pastors and leaders! Drop by to say hello!
SENIOR RECOGNITION May 12, 8:15 worship service All graduating high school seniors and families will be recognized during the 8:15 service in two weeks. Congrats to our 2019 seniors!
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS May 19, 12:15-1:30 p.m. Ready to learn how you can get involved in our church? Join us for lunch to learn more about who we are and what we believe. RSVP at bumc.net/Register.
KIDS MUSIC CAMP July 29 – August 1 Kids will learn to be brave in the face of trial from Queen Esther! For 2nd – 5th grade (18-19 school year). Cost is $140. Sign up at bumc.net/Register.
VBS VOLUNTEERS June 24-27, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. 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. Sign up at bumc.net/VBS.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION TRIP July 7-12, Indianapolis We've had a few spots open up for 7th & 8th grade students on our middle school mission trip! Sign up at bumc.net/Register.
SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTERS Want to receive information from BUMC? You can sign up for the email prayer team, pastoral e-Notes, our weekly newsletter, and other ministry information at bumc.net/Newsletters.
WRITE TO YOUR SPONSOR CHILD Bring letters by May 19 On May 22, a team from BUMC will travel to South Africa to meet with our ministry partners and the children who are sponsored by our church family. If you would like to send a special note or a card, drop it off in the collection basket at the Connection Point desk or give it to Rev. David Ssebulime by May 19. WHO IS THE LEAD TEAM? The Lead Team, led by the Senior Pastor, provides overall leadership for BUMC. This team’s responsibilities include vision-casting for BUMC as a whole; accountability, evaluation, and alignment of our ministries and campuses; coordination of ongoing ministries; and serving as a catalyst for change within the greater body of Christ. Our BUMC Lead Team includes Dr. Davis Chappell, Leslie Hotzfeld, Dr. Laura Brantley, Susan Graham, and Lucille Nabors. FOLLOW STUDENT MINISTRY ON INSTAGRAM The Student Ministry is back from their Lenten Instagram fast! Follow them @bumcsm to find out about all of the fun things they'll be up to this summer!
CHILDREN'S WORSHIP BULLETINS Did you know we have bulletins specially made for our kids each weekend in worship? Ask an usher for a kids bulletin before service!
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