Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
February 11 - 17, 2018
LENTEN SERMON SERIES, "CROSS WORDS", BEGINS FEBRUARY 17/18 What impact can someone's last words have on those who are still present? Our Lenten sermon series, "Cross Words," will prepare us for Easter by looking at the last words of Jesus and how they still shape us today.
MISSIONS & OUTREACH KICKOFF
Visit the table in the Narthex Have you thought about getting involved with Missions & Outreach? Learn about all of our international mission trips and domestic outreach opportunities from our team leaders. Contact Rev. David Ssebulime at dssebulime@bumc.net to learn more. Make 2018 the Year You Go.
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Sunday, February 11, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Two Red Cross bloodmobiles are at BUMC this weekend. Registration is at the tables in the Lobby. In order to donate, you must: be at least 17 years old; weigh at least 110 pounds; be in good health; be cleared by the Red Cross to donate; and present a photo ID or your Red Cross donor card.
ASH WEDNESDAY
Wednesday, February 14, 6:30 p.m., Sanctuary Join us as we look ahead to the coming Lenten season. We will place ashes on the foreheads of those who so choose; in the Christian tradition, ashes are drawn in the shape of a cross as an outward sign of saying we "repent, and believe in the Gospel." Childcare for 3 and under.
SHARE THE SPIRIT www.bumc.net/ShareTheSpirit
Saturday, March 10, 4:30-7 p.m., Family Life Center Invest in our youth! Help us celebrate our youth and raise money for this year’s choir tours and mission trips. This year will look different than years past with a casual dinner, games, and silent & live auction. Dinner is $15/person; childcare provided. Purchase your tickets at the table in the Breezeways.
ROCK THE CHAINS
Saturday, February 24, 6 p.m., Tabernacle The 11th annual Rock the Chains Battle of the Bands is quickly approaching! This student-led organization raises money for International Justice Mission and End Slavery TN to help end modern-day slavery. Visit the table in the Narthex to learn more. Contact Tatiana Liston at tliston@bumc.net to learn about sponsorship opportunities.
HEALING HOUSING LOVE BREAKFAST
Wednesday, February 14, 7-8:15 a.m., Haney Hall This Valentine's Day, join Healing Housing in sharing the love with women in recovery! Hear the women of Healing Housing share their spiritual journeys over a delicious breakfast. Contact info@healinghousing.org to register.