August 28 - September 3, 2016 Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
YOUTH AND KIDS SUNDAY NIGHT KICK OFF
The youth (7th _ 12th) and children (1st _ 6th) kick off their Sunday night activities this weekend August 28. See the Weekly Announcements for full details.
SUNDAY SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE www.bumc.net/Sunday School Between services at the table in the Narthex Meet the Adult Discipleship team and learn about all of our Sunday School offerings. Tell us what you’re looking for in a class, and we will connect you with a community!
SOUTH AFRICA SPONSORSHIP DINNER
www.bumc.net/SouthAfrica Tuesday, September 6, 6:30 pm, Haney Hall Join us for the third annual child sponsorship and ministry celebration dinner. We will celebrate the 13 years of our partnership with South Africa through the school partnerships and Brentwood Society Church. Dr. Ray Kumalo, the founding pastor of this partnership, and Lovey, his wife, will be our guest speakers. Please RSVP by August 29 if you are interested in connecting with our South Africa ministries and would like to attend the dinner. Contact Jennifer at jhite@bumc.net to sign up.
Disciple Bible Study
DISCIPLE BIBLE STUDY www.bumc.net/Disciple Register by September 7 Disciple Bible Study is a 34-week Bible study group made up of four parts. Disciple I covers the entire Biblical story, from Genesis to Revelation, and subsequent studies take Disciple graduates deeper into selected portions of Scripture. While you grow your knowledge of Scripture, you also grow with your small group as you study the Word together. Contact Carol at cbumbalough@bumc.net for more information.
FALL HOUSING INITIATIVE www.bumc.net/Housing Saturdays, September 17 & 24, October 1 & 8, Columbia, TN Sign up for our fall Housing Initiative as we help build a home for the Reed family through Habitat for Humanity of Williamson-Maury County. We need 15 volunteers and groups who can provide lunch for each build date. Contact Jennifer at jhite@bumc.net for more information.
Weekly Announcements “DEEPER” LEVEL SMALL GROUPS GREAT EXPECTATIONS
Sunday, August 28, 11 am, Chapel New and expectant parents are invited to join us for a gathering with the Children’s Ministry staff to learn about the Nursery Ministry, our Milestones and how BUMC partners with parents to create a strong spiritual foundation for children. Contact Gwen at gsass@bumc.net for more information.
SUNDAY NIGHT YOUTH KICKOFF (7th - 12th)
Sunday, August 28, 5 – 8 pm, Youth Café Join us as we kick off our “Starting Line” series with youth choirs, worship and small groups! If you’re never tried small groups or choir before, this is the time to join. Visit www.bumcsm.net for a weekly schedule.
SUNDAY NIGHT KIDS KICKOFF (1st - 6th) Sunday, August 28, 5 – 7 pm Children’s Ministry kicks off Sunday nights this weekend with BUMC Kids Adventures (5-7 pm), BUMC56 (5-6 pm) & Alleluia 5th & 6th grade Choir (6-7 pm). Visit www.bumc.net/SundayPM for more info. CONNECTING COUPLES
Tuesday, August 30, 6:30 – 8:00 pm A 6-week class for married couples to enhance their relationship and explore conflict resolution as a unit, led by John Fite, PhD. Contact Regina at rgirten@ bumc.net for more information.
DIVORCE RECOVERY CLASSES
6 Week classes are at 6:30 pm. Contact Julia at jtodd@ bumc.net or visit www.bumc.net/DivorceRecovery. Adults Rebuild Life on a Solid Foundation Begins August 30 Kids (9-12) Thriving Kids Through Divorce (*new*) Begins August 30. Contact Shebbie Shields at sshields@bumc.net to volunteer. Teens in Between (13-17) Dealing with Parental Divorce (*new*); Begins September 6
Groups start meeting Labor Day weekend Our new small group curriculum, DEEPER, is a way for you to take what you hear from the pulpit each week and get to a deeper level of understanding. We have various groups that meet during the week at times that work with your schedule. Visit www.bumc.net/AdultClasses for more information.
FAMILY FISHING DAY
Saturday, September 24, 9 am-2 pm, Renfro Farm Lake Join the PointMen for a day of family fun on the lake! Bring your chairs or a blanket and your pole. There will be some gear available to use; bait and lunch will be provided. Suggested donation of $20 per family. Contact Herschel at hfrench@bumc.net for more information.
HOME VISITATION & COMMUNION SERVERS
We are in need of new volunteers for both our home centered visitation and communion ministries. If you would be willing to serve on either of these ministries, please contact Julie Donley at Jdonley@bumc.net or call 615-324-7254.
PAID POSITION AVAILABLE
Nursery Workers: part-time positions available for Sunday morning and/or weekday evening childcare; Brentwood campus. Must be at least 16 years old to apply. Contact Gwen at gsass@bumc.net or visit www.bumc.net/employment for more information.
PEW REPLENISHER VOLUNTEERS
Do you like working behind the scenes and on your own schedule? We are growing our wonderful pew replenisher team! Volunteer once a month to help keep our pews stocked and up to date. Contact Kelli at khuston@bumc.net for more information.
DISCERNMENT SERIES
Wednesdays, August 31 & September 7, 6:15 – 7:30 pm The Brentwood United Methodist Lead Team is hosting Discernment Series to examine and discuss issues of human sexuality, especially as they pertain to the United Methodist Church and its mission of making disciples. The Discernment Series will use the Wesleyan Quadrilateral (scripture, reason, tradition, and experience) as a tool for discerning God’s calling in our lives and in our church. Visit www.bumc.net/ Discernment for more information.
SHOPAPALOOZA
Applications due September 5 Sign up to be a vendor for the Brentwood UMC Dayschool’s one-day shopping event on Wednesday, November 9. Apply online at www.bumc.net/register. Contact Jinni Malone at jinnimalone@gmail.com for more information.
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AFTER SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Ongoing, 3:45 – 5:15 pm at Napier Elementary Help with our elementary after-school program for one afternoon a week throughout the fall semester. Each afternoon will involve helping students with homework and assisting with sports or arts activities. Contact Rachel Gowan at rachel@harvesthandscdc.com to learn more.
EXPERT MECHANIC NEEDED
Harvest Hands is in need of an expert mechanic for a van deemed out of commission. Contact Brian Hicks at brian@harvesthandscdc.com if you’re interested in helping.
Support & Care in Difficult Times
If you are in need of pastoral care, contact any of our pastors, or schedule an appointment by calling Julie Donley at 615-324-7254. You may now make prayer requests online at www.bumc.net/prayer. Support Groups There are a wide range of support and encouragement groups 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/Stephen Ministry 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/CaringMinistries Brentwood UMC • 309 Franklin Road • Brentwood, TN 37027 • 615-373-3663