THE BEAM
December 28, 2014 - January 3, 2015
A publication of Brentwood United Methodist Church
“Centered,” a Sermon Series by Dr. Davis Chappell, Begins January 3/4 The new year is a time of new beginnings, new possibilities and new resolutions. Resolutions however, are often short-lived. Refocusing our lives requires more than desire. It requires discipline. It begins not with what we do, but with what we think. Belief guides behavior. Our confession becomes our conduct. In his new sermon series “Centered,” Dr. Davis Chappell will lead us through a study of Colossians. This letter was written by an apostle of the Church to help disciples of Christ remain centered in Him. In the busyness and confusion of our lives, it’s easy to get off-center. Join us as we seek to center our lives in the grace of God in Christ. As we rediscover our center, God will enable us to increase our witness!
A Group to Journey With! Sunday, January 4: Adult Ministry Sampler, 9:30 & 11:00 am Come to the Parlor (directly below the Sanctuary) for a preview of all the adult Sunday morning classes, small groups and other studies available.
www.bumc.net/SmallGroups
Sunday, January 11: Adult Small Group Launch, 9:30 & 11:00 am Come to the Parlor to meet our leaders, learn more about groups, and connect with a group of your choosing.
Join a New Adult Study For more details on the following studies, see page 3 or visit www.bumc.net/AdultStudies. Register bumc.net/register. The 7 Experiment [Ladies Group] Led by Lou Anne Jacobs Begins Wednesday, January 7 @ 9:30am [12 - 14 weeks] Christian Believer: Knowing God with Heart and Mind Begins Sunday, January 11 @ 6:30 pm; Led by Lonnie Liston Covenant Bible Study: Creating [Ladies Group] Begins Tuesday, January 13 @ 9:30am [8 weeks] Led by Judith Bone
New Campus Planned for Lenox Village/Nolensville We are excited to announce that we are planting a new campus, The Village, in the Lenox Village/ Nolensville area. Travis Garner, our Pastor of Discipleship and Missions, will be the Lead Pastor of The Village. We are currently forming a launch team of people who feel called to join in this work. The Village is set to launch weekly worship in January 2016. Visit www.thevillagenashville.com or email Travis directly at tgarner@bumc.net.
Register at bumc.net/ startingpoint or contact jbumgarner@bumc.net. Start off the New Year learning how to become more active in the congregational life of BUMC. Beginning, January 4 at 5 pm and continuing through the end of the month, this five-week course covers everything from beliefs to vision to membership. Childcare is available.
Holiday Church Office Hours The Church Office will be closed on New Year’s Day, Thursday, January 1, 2015. In case of emergency, call the Pastor-on-Call, 615-969-3086.
Estimate of Giving Cards It’s not too late to turn in an Estimate of Giving Card for 2015. Thanks to all of you who have completed an Estimate of Giving card for our 2015 stewardship emphasis. We are off to a great start! If you have not yet completed your Estimate of Giving card, there are cards available in the pew racks during worship or you may complete one on-line at bumc.net/giving.