the BEAM Growing Disciples of Christ Who Know Him, Love Him, and Serve Him
A Weekly Newsletter of Brentwood United Methodist Church
December 4 thru December 10, 2011
Advent Devotionals Available In the Bulletin: a table tent for your family to share over meals. You’ll find a reflection on Peace and five for the week. ADVENT practices In the Bookstore: located behind the Guest Services desk: 2011 For Adults: Child of Light: Walking thru Advent & Christmas, $14 Simply Wait: Cultivating Stillness in the Season of Advent, $14 For Families: Let Every Heart Prepare Him Room, $10 For Kids: On the Way to Bethlehem, $2
*financial assistance is available for Bookstore items
Getting Ready for Christmas by Serving Others Here are some ways you can serve others this Christmas through BUMC: AIDS Angel Tree Now thru December 10/11, Breezeway Provide a Christmas gift to children with HIV-AIDS or who have parents/caregivers affected by HIV/AIDS. Matt. 28 Alternative Gift Giving A complete listing can be found at bumc.net/alternative. Saturdays,December 3 & 10: 4:30 - 6:30 pm, Chapel Narthex Sundays, December 4 & 11: 8:00 am - 12:30 pm, Sanctuary Narthex Alternative gift giving is an easy and convenient way to honor those you love. The Manger of Graceworks of Williamson County Thursday, December 8 thru Thursday, December 15 (BUMC night is December 15) Located at 7106 Crossroads Blvd., Suite 223, just off Mallory Lane, across from Galleria Mall and behind Financial Peace building. For more details see page 3. Harvest Hands Christmas Store Friday, December 8 & Saturday, December 9 You can help by being a shopper or financially sponsoring the store. Contact Abby Buter at 499-4963 or abby@harvesthandscdc.com. Harvest Hands Christmas Benefit Concert Sunday, December 11, 7 pm, BUMC Sanctuary Featuring recording artist Andy Davis and special guest SHeDAISY. FREE tickets available at BUMC or www.harvesthandscdc.com. BUMC Christmas Offering Make a difference in the lives of others through your generous gift to BUMC’s annual Christmas offering. Funds will go directly to the mission and outreach ministries of our church - touching lives here and around the world. Look for your letter in the mail and for Christmas Offering envelopes in the pew racks. Contact Juanita at 324-7222 or jhobbs@bumc.net. Christmas Food Baskets - $70 donation per basket Friday, December 16: 7:00 pm – fill baskets (youth area) Saturday, December 17: 8:00 am – deliver baskets. Donations are desperately needed for Christmas Baskets and may be made in honor of or in memory of loved ones by making a check to BUMC and earmark it “Christmas Baskets.” Order forms are on page three of today’s BEAM. 100 volunteers are needed to fill baskets and 100+ volunteers needed to deliver the baskets. Questions? Contact Temple at 371-1311. 61st Ave. Last Minute Toy Store Sunday, December 18 - Wednesday, December 21 6018 New York Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209. Donations of UNWRAPPED gifts in the $20 range are needed, especially teen gifts. Bring donations to bins in the Chapel Narthex by Dec. 15th. Hundreds of volunteers are needed to help run the toy store - call 292-7184. Room in the Inn is in need of warm men’s coats, warm sweaters, sweat shirts, blue jeans, and back packs. Donations may be brought to the Donations bins in the Chapel Narthex. World Relief is in need of women’s and children’s coats. Donations may be brought to the Donations bins in the Chapel Narthex. Sponsor a Child at Thembelihle Pre-Primary and Primay School in Howick, South Africa The sponsorship fee for 2012 is $400 for a January to December education in a private Christian school. New sponsors may choose a child, receive a photo and information, and receive reports throughout the year. Contact Juanita at 324-7222 or jhobbs@bumc.net.
students 7th - 12th Grades
Sunday, December 4 9:45 am 7th - 8th Jr Hi Rm 9:45 am High School Options 9th - 12th: • Sunday School • Youth Disciple Bible • Topical Discussion • Help Teach Children No 11 am Sunday School 11:00 am Bahamas HS Mission Trip Brief Info Mtg. Tabernacle 4:30 pm Progressive Dinner - don’t forget your toy/ gift donation for Manger of Graceworks Monday, December 5 6:45 am Manfest w/Travis @Dimple’s 3:30 pm Volunteer @ Harvest Hands, meet at BUMC Tuesday, December 6 6:30 am Tuesday Breakfast Club w/ Lindsay @ Brueggers 4-5 pm Hangtime w/ Nellie @ Chick-fil-a - last one of semester (7th - 8th ) 6:00 pm Odyssey game night, meet here last one of this semester Wednesday, December 7 3:30 pm Meet at BUMC 61st Ave. Tutoring Last one of the semester 6:15 pm Youth Thrive (Worship & Ministry Team Meetings & Youth Disciple) Last one of the semester. Breakthru Winter Retreat Dec. 28-31, 7th-12th. We have room on our 4th bus rental so registration is still open! Don’t miss our biggest trip of the year! Registration forms outside the youth office and online. Summer 2012 Trips & Tours Info Meeting Sun., Jan. 29, 11 am, Tabernacle
Ways to Serve this Advent A full list of ways to serve is printed on the cover. The Manger of Graceworks Ministries Serving Williamson County Thursday, December 8 - Thursday, December 15 (BUMC night is December 15) • The Manger gives the gift and the gift of giving. A store-like setting where qualified heads-of-households “shop” for Christmas presents and “pay” for them out of their own resources ($2 per person, max.) • There is a need for 15,000 new or gently used UNWRAPPED gifts for all ages ($30 or less). Some suggested ideas: accessories such as purses, jewelry, watches, bath and body kits, shaving kits, anything electronic, tools and automotive care; robes, pajamas, thermal underwear, and sports items. No stuffed animals. • Donations may be brought to the POD, located behind the Buchanan House, next to the Boy Scout trailer, south parking lot. Look for the Manger sign.
Ways to Worship this Advent Music City Bronze Handbell Concert Sunday, December 4, 4 pm, Sanctuary Nashville’s premier handbell ensemble provides songs of the season. No cost and no childcare. “Lessons & Carols” Concert (ages 4 - 4th Grade) Wednesday, December 14, 6:00 pm, Sanctuary A Festival of Carols (Chancel Choir) Sunday, December 18, 7:00 pm, Sanctuary Members of the BUMC Chancel Choir, The Orchestra at Brentwood, and BUMC Handbell Choirs will present the most beloved of Christmas carols. The Longest Night: A Service of Healing and Hope Wednesday, December 21, 6:30 pm, Sanctuary Christmas Eve Worship Saturday, December 24: 2, 4, 6, 8, & 11 pm
Ways to Connect this Advent The Journey: An Advent Study Sundays through December 18, 11 am, Room A291 Join Rev. Kaye Harvey as we experience the story of Jesus’ birth in a new way! For Children at 11 am on Sundays Sunday School for potty-trained children who are 3 years old by 9/30/11 thru 6th grade is available for those families attending 11 am groups and studies. Thriving as a Couple through the Holidays Tuesday, December 6, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Rm A291 Make this season a time of growth in your marriage. Led by John Fite, Ph.D. (BUMC Counseling Ctr.) Register at www.bumc.net - click register now or call 324-7254. Annual Singles Christmas Dinner Dance Saturday, December 10, 6 - 10 pm, Haney Hall, cost: $30. Come spend an evening celebrating together what surrounds the true spirit of the season. Register online at www.bumc.net/singles . Tickets are available by mail, at the front desk of the church, or on Sunday mornings in the Singles Space. Contact Bronwen at bdunn@bumc.net or 324-7256. College Student Sunday School and Christmas Gathering Sundays, December 4 - January 8: join us for a 9:45 College Sunday School class taught by Gino and Vicki Desalvatore. Gather in the Youth Cafe. Sunday, December 18, 6 - 8 pm: join us at the Reid’s home, check Facebook for details at BUMC College Ministry. PEP Club Tuesday, December 13, 6:30 pm, Haney Hall, $5 catered dinner Open to all persons 55+. Back by popular demand: renown pianist Guenther Knapp with a program of Christmas Music.
Charge Conference: Tuesday, December 13, 6:30 pm, Chapel Red Cross Blood Drive Sunday, December 11, 7:30 am - 12:30 pm The need for blood is especially high during the holiday season. Take an hour or so out of your Sunday to give the gift of life to someone in need. To reduce your wait time, please come before 9:00 am or after 11:00 am.
children Infants - 6th Grade
Sunday, December 3
Welcome Maggie Jarrell and Thank You, Darryl Mott! We want to welcome Maggie Jarrell as our new Director of HWY 56. Her first Sunday is today, December 4. We’re grateful to Darryl Mott, one of our own BUMC parents, who has served as Interim Director of HWY 56 since January. Thanks for stepping up when we needed strong leadership!
Sunday School 9:45 & 11 am Preschool - 6th Grade Pre-school Worship will not be held today due to communion. Nursery 8am to 12pm for infants - 3 years. Volunteers needed for Christmas Day Nursery We would love to have your help during our 11 am Christmas Day service. Breakfast will be provided that morning! Contact Meredith Spencer, mspencer@bumc.net or 325-7239 if you are interested!
harvest hands (www.harvesthandscdc.com)
H.I.G.H.W.A.Y. 56 5th & 6th Grades
Harvest Hands is a catalyst for Christ-centered, wholistic community development working alongside our neighbors to further healthy living, education, spiritual formation and economic development in South Nashville.
Sunday, December 3
Confirmation Mentors - BE ONE!! Come share your time and Christian influence with our 6th graders as you journey with them through Confirmation. We will need over 16 mentors to make this a special experience for our confirmands. Training will be on January 7 and Confirmation begins January 8. Please contact Ellen Garrett to say “yes, I’ll serve!” More information at www.bumc.net/confirmation. New Advent Banners Adorn Sanctuary in 2011 Thanks to BUMC member Sandy Schou for designing beautiful new Advent banners for the Sanctuary. In addition to Sandy’s artistic creativity, many other church members played a role in their construction: Sue Powell, Doris Waldschmidt, Beata Cunningham, Kathy Gregory, Brenda Wink, Fran Massey, Deese Bearden, Linda Homan, Karen Dreier, Jeannie Williams, and Ann Nussmeyer. We give thanks to God for their faithfulness in creating visual symbols of our faith that will enhance our worship experiences for many years to come.
Annual Christmas Concert to Benefit Harvest Hands Sunday, December 11th @ 7 pm in the BUMC Sanctuary. Featuring recording artist Andy Davis (www.andydavisonline.com) with special guest SHeDAISY! Free tickets are available at BUMC, Harvest Hands or online at www.harvesthandscdc.com. Christmas Giving Opportunity The Christmas Store is an opportunity for the families connected to our programs to come and purchase NEW gifts at 60% off retail cost. • Be a Christmas Store Shopper: request a custom shopping list and deliver gifts (unwrapped) to Harvest Hands’ Offices (1224 Martin Street, 37203) by Dec. 5. • Be a Christmas Store Sponsor: donate money and we will do the shopping for you. Contact Abby Buter at 499-4963 or abby@harvesthandscdc.com. Basketball & cheerleading coaches & concession stand workers needed! emPower Sports is looking for teen and adult volunteers to coach basketball and cheerleading and work the concession stand during the 2012 emPower Basketball league. A basketball and cheerleading workshop will be provided for all coaches. Practices will be on Wednesday or Thursday nights beginning January 18th with games each Saturday morning from January 28th through March 3rd. If interested please contact Abby at 499-4963 or abby@harvesthandscdc.com.
Sunday School Morning Assembly and Praise, 9:45 am. Gym No MILEAGE No Alleluia Choir MILEAGE Christmas Party December 11, 5 - 6 pm in the GYM Confirmation 2012 Mandatory Parent Meetings: December 4th at 11 am or January 7th at 9 am. Please attend one of these meetings. If you attended the Parent Meeting on 11/13/11 you do not need to attend.
christmas poinsettias & food baskets
Honor a loved one by placing a beautiful poinsettia on the altar or purchasing a food basket.
o POINSETTIA - $15 (deadline 12/12)
In Memory Of
o FOOD BASKET - $70
Given By
(deadline 12/12)
In Honor Of
Place order form along with your payment in the offering plate.
Given By
Brentwood
United Methodist Church
309 Franklin Road Brentwood, Tn 37027 615-373-3663 www.bumc.net
Sunday Morning Opportunities 8:30 am Worship 9:45 am Classes for Children, Students, and Adults 9:50 am Worship 11:00 am Worship 11:00 am Classes for Children, Students, and Adults Saturday Evening Opportunities 6:00 pm Worship Trinity Church Spring Hill Campus meets at Spring Hill High School 10:00 am Worship
worship Attendance November 26/27 Weekend Total 2,067 October yearto-date contributions are 93.8% of budget. For additional details visit the website at bumc.net/giving.
Congregational care and caring ministries www.bumc.net/support resources
Adoption Support & Orphan Ministry Contact: Charlene Leonard, 221-4041
hospital visitation at bumc
Domestic Abuse Contact: Caroline Beavers, 371-2550.
The Pastoral Staff of BUMC visits area hospitals on a regular and rotating basis. Hospitals do not inform the church when its members are admitted. Please let the church know if you (or a family member) are hospitalized by contacting Julie Donley, jdonley@bumc.net, 615-324-7254.
Emergency Financial & Food Assistance Contact: Juanita Hobbs, 324-7222, jhobbs@bumc.net
groups www.bumc.net/caregroups
Cancer Support: Partners in Hope Contact: Jeanetta Fargo, 435-3716 ejaefargo@comcast.net
Encouragement Cards: GraceNotes Contact: Rachael Melton, roystermelton@yahoo.com Financial Coaching (Trained Mentors) Contact: Rev. Kaye Harvey, kharvey@bumc.net Home-centered Visitation Contact: Rev. Erin Racine, eracine@bumc.net Home Health Product Assistance Contact: Scottish Rite, 259-3434 Home Repairs: Handy Man Ministry Contact: 373-3690, x398, handyman@bumc.net Infertility Support Contact: Gretchen Voyles, gvoyles98@hotmail.com Memory Loss Caregiver Respite: Sunny Day Club Contact: Katie Anderson, 370-9467 Short-term Meal Assistance: Fishes & Loaves Contact: Katy Pat Clark, 218-7934, katypclark@gmail.com Spiritual Counseling with Pastors Contact: Julie Donley, 324-7254, jdonley@bumc.net or Carla Barrios, 373-3663 x252, cbarrios@bumc.net
The Holidays Can be Painful Christmas can be a time of pain and loneliness for many who have suffered a loss. Stephen Ministers are ready to provide you with confidential care. For more information, call Sheryl at 373-3690 ext. 394 or Rev. Kaye Harvey at 373-3663.
AA Groups 1 pm, Monday-Sunday, BH 102 9 am, Monday (For Women Only), BH102 8:30 am, Tuesday & Thursday, BH102 7 pm, Tuesday & Thursday, BH201 7 pm, Friday (For Men Only), BH 101 11:30 am, Mon, Wed, Fri, BH102 7 pm, Sunday, BH201 Eating Disorders Anonymous Sundays, 4 pm, Buchanan House 102 Contact: Courtney Muse, 594-8552 ADHD Adult; Spouse Workshops Contact: Terry Huff, 627-4191 Alzheimer’s Contact: Barbara Jones, 373-1941 or Ruth Randolph, 385-2323 Career Transitions Each Monday, 6:30 pm - Haney Hall Contact: Hal Hassall, 972-5119 CODA (CoDependency) Contact: Herberta Grissom, 347-4900, herta2@comcast.net Divorce Recovery Contact: Shebbie Shields, 324-7240 Grief Support Contact: Alive Hospice, 963-4732. Loss (Widows, Divorced Women) Contact: Herberta Grissom, 347-4900, MS Self Help Contact: Sandie Mountz, 376-5395.
Brentwood United Methodist Church Counseling Center offers services to children, youth & families. Call 376-5910. It is home to experts in helping families and individuals resolve real life problems.