April 3 - 9, 2016 Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
Housing Initiative 2016 www.bumc.net/Housing We will be building 2 homes in 2016 in Franklin, TN, and Columbia, TN, as well as refurbishing a school in Jacmel, Haiti. Stop by the table in the Narthex for more information. Donations We have raised $21,000 towards our goal of $50,000. Give to the Housing Initiative with envelopes found in the pew racks, text BUMCHousing to 28950 with a dollar amount, (ex. BUMCHousing 50), or visit www.bumc.net/MyAccess. Volunteers Our first build is with Habitat for Humanity and the Aguto family in Franklin. Help is needed with building and providing meals on the following dates: April 16, May 7 (women only), and May 21.
2016 Mission Trips www.bumc.net/MissionsTrips Both trips are open to ages 14+. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Tlancualpican, Mexico September 9 - 18, 2016 This mission trip is designed to immerse participants in the reality of life in rural Mexico as it relates to the issues of hunger, poverty, development and global awareness through education and hands-on service of various forms. Jacmel, Haiti October 6 - 11, 2016 Join our Haiti VBS and Construction team in partnership with Restore Haiti! While experiencing the culture and community that Restore Haiti serves, we will refurbish the preschool in the community of the Haitian workers and volunteers.
Launching Point www.bumc.net/LaunchingPoint Sunday, April 10, 9:45 am & 11 am, Memorial Chapel Get a snap shot of who we are and what we value here at BUMC, plus learn the next step in becoming more connected to the congregational life of the church. Perfect for recent visitors or for those who are considering church membership. Ongoing sessions meet on the second Sunday of each month at 9:45 and again at 11 in the Memorial Chapel. No registration necessary. Contact Judy at jbumgarner@bumc.net for more information.
4Life Series www.bumc.net/AdultClasses Sundays, April 10 – May 1, 11:05 am, Room A292 4Life is a 4-week series of classes designed to help you grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ and explore the basics of Christianity and the Wesleyan faith. New members are especially encouraged to attend to learn about our values and beliefs as United Methodists, but all are invited to learn about the foundations of a life lived for Christ. No registration is required. Contact Rev. Lane Davis at ldavis@bumc.net for more information.
Red Cross Blood Drive www.RedCrossBlood.org Sunday, April 10, 7:30 am - 12:30 pm Help us reach our goal of 50 units of blood for the American Red Cross. If you plan to donate, reduce the chance of being deferred by increasing your intake of iron-rich foods before the blood drive. Registration will be in the Lobby on the day of the event. Visit www.RedCrossBlood.org to learn more or call Brenda Duncan at 615-373-5637.