Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
September 30 - October 6, 2018
Prayer Shawl Ministry 15th Birthday Celebration
MERGE MIDDLE SCHOOL RETREAT This weekend, 145 7th & 8th graders and 27 chaperones spent time connecting with God and each other at Horton Haven Camp. Praise God for this opportunity for our students to grow closer to Him!
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
Sunday, October 7, 2-4 p.m., BUMC Front Lawn Pets bless our lives daily; let's give them a day to be blessed! The service of blessing is 2:30 – 2:45 p.m., followed by fun for the whole family with photo booths, crafts, and pet and human-friendly treats. In the event of rain, the blessing will be October 14.
MISSIONS SUNDAY
Sunday, September 30, before and after all services Meet some of our local missions partners before and after worship as we prepare for Love In Deed! Learn more about what God is doing throughout Greater Nashville and how you can serve on our church-wide day of service on October 6.
LOVE IN DEED DAY OF SERVICE www.bumc.net/LoveInDeed Saturday, October 6, 9-11 a.m. - or - 1-3 p.m. Love In Deed is next weekend! Help us reach our goal of more than 500 volunteers and to raise $35,000 for our projects, including Rise Against Hunger meal kit supplies. 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. Visit the Connection Point Desk to learn more. Sign up at www.bumc.net/LoveInDeed.
BREATHING SPACE www.bumc.net/WomensRetreat 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); $75 for women under 30. Sign up by October 4 at www.bumc.net/WomensRetreat.
MASTER PLAN TOWN HALL MEETINGS
Sunday, September 30, 3 p.m., Haney Hall Tuesday, October 2, 6:30 p.m., Haney Hall Our Master Site Team is hosting town hall meetings to share the results of our Master Site Planning. This will be a first look at the work this team has been doing over the last couple of years, as we prepare for the next generation of ministry. Your response and feedback in these meetings will be helpful as we dream how we can continue to be faithful in our mission of making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world in the coming years.
Brentwood UMC • 309 Franklin Road • Brentwood, TN 37027 • 615.373.3663
Weekly Announcements
BUMC DISASTER RESPONSE
BUMC is responding in love to Hurricane Florence, Typhoon Mangkhut, and other storms around the world in the following ways: 1. PRAY for those affected by the storms and the first responders. 2. CARE If you have a loved one affected by the storms and need pastoral care or prayers, contact Rev. David Ssebulime at dssebulime@bumc.net. 3. GIVE as you are able to UMCOR's designated or undesignated funds. One hundred percent of your gift goes directly toward disaster relief.
ONPOINT: MEN'S STUDY
Thursdays, 6:30 a.m., Tabernacle Join other BUMC men for fellowship and an in-depth look at the Bible over breakfast every week! Contact Herschel French at hfrench@bumc.net to learn more.
WHERE CAN I SERVE THIS WEEK?
Each week, individuals from our church serve with various ministries across Greater Nashville. Learn how you can get involved in these local mission opportunities. Contact Rev. Toi King at tking@bumc.net to learn more.
DAY SCHOOL FALL FESTIVAL
Friday, October 12, 4:30-7:30 p.m., BUMC parking lot Join us at the Day School’s Fall Festival! Bring the kids for train rides, pony rides, a magician, petting zoo, and more! Tickets are $10; dinner included. Purchase your tickets in the Day School office.
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GRADE BIBLE BLAST (RESCHEDULED)
Saturday, October 27, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Enjoy a fun-filled day to learn what is in the Bible, how to look up verses, how the Bible is organized, and more. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register.
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Sunday, October 7, 12:15-1:30 p.m. New to BUMC? Learn who we are, what we believe, and how you can get involved in our community. Lunch will be provided; registration is required. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Membership.
WHAT’S SO AMAZING ABOUT GRACE?
Tuesdays beginning October 9, 6:30 p.m., Room A392 A 6-week discussion-based study examining grace and forgiveness, led by Pat Ralls. Based on the book, "What's So Amazing About Grace?" by Philip Yancey. Sign up at www.bumc.net/AdultStudies.
DEPRESSION CLASS
Wednesday, October 10 – November 7, 6:30-8 p.m. This evidence-based program is designed to guide people through the process of making lifestyle changes which have been proven to alleviate symptoms of depression. Contact Rev. Shebbie Shields at sshields@bumc.net to learn more.
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Sunday, October 14, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Donate at BUMC to help save lives! Sign up ahead of time at www.redcrossblood.org/RapidPass. All donors who give blood during the month of October will be entered to win a $500 gift card.
THE SUNNY DAY CLUB
MINDFULNESS RETREAT
Saturday, October 27, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Explore the role of mindfulness in our spiritual lives at this daylong retreat. Dr. Monicah Muhomba will lead us in exploring our own spiritual wellness practices. Cost is $30 and includes lunch. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register.
EMPLOYMENT AT BUMC
REFUEL SERIES: THE HUMAN PURPOSE
Wednesday, October 3, 5:30 p.m. (dinner), 6:20 p.m. (study), Family Life Center Learn about the ancient ideas of our human purpose through a historical Jewish context from Rabbi Joshua Kullock (West End Synagogue). RSVP for dinner or childcare by October 2 at www.bumc.net/Refuel.
Visit www.bumc.net/Employment to learn more • Missions & Outreach Coordinator reports to Rev. Toi King • Worship & Arts Administrative Assistant reports to Kelli Huston • Facilities Team reports to Sandy Walker
Tuesdays, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Sunny Day Club serves those in the early stages of Alzheimer's, dementia, or memory loss and offers respite for family caregivers. We have a few openings for new members. Contact Dr. Jeff Wilson at 615.324.8208 to find out if The Sunny Day Club is a good fit for your loved one.
HIGH SCHOOL BAHAMAS MISSION TRIP
March 17-23, 2019 9th – 12th graders, join us for Spring Break as we serve in Eleuthera, Bahamas, through home repair, community development, and disaster relief. Cost is $2000. Limited spaces are available. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register.
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