Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
April 22 - 28, 2018
SUMMER OUTREACH www.bumc.net/Summer2018 Serve with us this summer! Visit the table in the Narthex to learn more. Legacy Mission Village English Conversations and Citizenship Classes: June 4 – July 26 (Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday) Gordon Memorial UMC Freedom School: June 11 – July 20 Harvest Hands Summer Camp: June 11 – August 3 Mission Mondays: June 18, July 9, July 16 Christmas in July: June 23 – July 22 (weekends only) Project Transformation Reading Week: July 23-26
UPCOMING REFUEL SERIES www.bumc.net/Refuel
Wednesdays beginning May 2, 5:30 (dinner), 6:20 (study), Family Life Center Join us for our next Refuel series led by Dr. Davis Chappell and Bishop Joe Pennel. We'll discuss Christianity and the Methodist Movement, including a history of John Wesley. RSVP for dinner and childcare each week at www.bumc.net/Refuel. Contact Rev. Allison Gossett at agossett@bumc.net to learn more.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY SPRING BUILD www.bumc.net/Housing
Final build date: April 28 Help us build a home for the Brown family at our final spring build date! How can you get involved? Donate to our $35,000 goal for the building materials, sign up for one of our build dates, or provide a meal for our volunteers. Visit the table in the Narthex to learn more. You can donate online at www.bumc.net/MyAccess, with the envelopes in the pew backs, or by texting BUMCHousing and a dollar amount to 28950 (ex. BUMCHousing 50).
KIDS & YOUTH SUMMER PROGRAMS www.bumc.net/Summer2018 Jubilation Choir Tour (7th–9th): June 4-8 Vacation Bible School: June 25-28 Sonshine Choir Tour (10th–12th): July 14-21 BUMC56 Bridge Retreat: July 26-29 Kids Music Camp: July 30 – August 2
MINDFULNESS & SPIRITUALITY RETREAT www.bumc.net/Mindfulness
Saturday, May 12, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., BUMC Explore the role of mindfulness in our spiritual lives at this daylong retreat. Dr. Monicah Muhomba (PhD., HSP, psychologist at the VA Tennessee Valley Healthcare System) will lead us in exploring our own spiritual wellness practices. Cost is $30. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Mindfulness.
HARVEST HANDS ADVOCATES BREAKFAST www.HarvestHandsCDC.com/Breakfast
Tuesday, April 24, 7:30 a.m., Haney Hall Join Harvest Hands for a celebration breakfast to learn about the ministry, where it's going, and how you can join the journey toward wholeness in South Nashville. RSVP at www.HarvestHandsCDC.com/Breakfast.
Weekly Announcements
DIVORCE RECOVERY
Wednesdays through May 23, 6:30-8 p.m. This 6-week course helps you adjust to change, learn to handle forgiveness, and learn to rebuild life on a solid foundation. Cost is $30. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register.
LAST ONPOINT OF THE SPRING
Thursday, April 26, 6:30 a.m., Tabernacle Join us for the final OnPoint of the spring with Dr. Davis Chappell. If you're seeking a community of men to sharpen your faith over coffee and biscuits, OnPoint is the place for you.
STUDENT MINISTRY NIGHT OF WORSHIP
Sunday, April 29, 5-8 p.m., Youth Tabernacle 7th – 12th graders, join us as we gather for a night of worship, led by Mason Caviness, to give thanks for all God has done this year in our ministry.
END OF SCHOOL PICNIC
Wednesday, May 2, 4-6 p.m., Granny White Park Children’s Ministry families and friends, let's celebrate the end of school together! Bring dinner for the family; we’ll provide the dessert. Contact Megan Teegarden at mteegarden@bumc.net to learn more.
4TH GRADE PARENT MEETING
Sunday, May 20, 11 a.m., Chapel Parents of current 4th graders (2017-2018 school year) are invited to meet Rev. Maggie Jarrell to learn about BUMC56 and this important transition. Contact Rev. Maggie Jarrell at mjarrell@bumc.net to learn more.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
June 25-28, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Experience the ride of a lifetime with God at Rolling River Rampage! For kids ages 4 years (5 years by August 15) to 4th grade (2017-2018 school year). Cost is $10/child. Sign up at www.bumc.net/VBS.
MAKE 2018 THE YEAR YOU GO
Join us on one of our international mission trips this year! Visit www.bumc.net/MissionTrips to learn more. Uganda June 27 – July 9 (10 spots available) Mexico September 14-22 (7 spots available)
SINGLE MOTHERS SMALL GROUP
Are you interested in building a community with other single moms of all ages (empty-nesters, babies, and everything in between)? We're looking to form a new group at BUMC! Contact Michele Cardozo at korbel858@comcast.net to learn more.
NEW WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY FORMING
Are you looking to join an in-depth study of the Bible for women of all ages? No matter where you are with your knowledge of the Bible, we'll learn and grow together! Date and time TBD. Contact Inga Johnson at cjij721@gmail.com to learn more.
DAILY FIELD GUIDE
Episode 7 of the Field Guide Video Devotionals comes out on Monday. Sign up at www.bumc.net/FieldGuide.
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
Sunday, May 6, 12:15 p.m., Haney Hall Have you thought about becoming a member of BUMC? Join us for a free lunch to meet our pastors, hear more about our beliefs and vision, and learn what it means to join as a member. Contact Stephanie Smith at ssmith@bumc.net to learn more or RSVP.
SING WITH CHANCEL CHOIR
Sundays, 10:30 a.m., Choral Suite The BUMC Chancel Choir is always welcoming new members! During June and July, the choir does not have regular rehearsals. Join us on any Sunday this summer, and we'll have a robe ready for you! Contact James Wells at jwells@bumc.net to learn more.
POSITION OPENING AT BUMC
VOLUNTEER AT VBS
June 25-28, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. We still need 50 adults to help us make this week happen! All ages and stages of life are needed. Sign up at www.bumc.net/VBS.
Worship & Arts Administrative Assistant (full-time) We're hiring! Visit www.bumc.net/Employment to see the full job description and to apply. Contact Jennie Stockard at jstockard@bumc.net to learn more.
KIDS MUSIC CAMP
THANK YOU FROM ROOM IN THE INN
July 30 – August 2, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Parents, sign your kids up for a fun week of singing and musical discovery! For 1st – 5th graders (2017-2018 school year); hosted by Worship & Arts. Cost is $140. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register.
Thank you for making our 2018 Room in the Inn season a great success. From November to March, we served more than 350 guests, served more than 1,250 hours, and provided more than 1,000 meals for our brothers and sisters in Christ.
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 Brentwood UMC • 309 Franklin Road • Brentwood, TN 37027 • 615.373.3663