January 10 - 16, 2016 Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
Restock the Pantry
Beginning this weekend, stop by the table in the Narthex to pick up a bag or two with the suggested food and household items for ReStock the Pantry benefitting GraceWorks. Bags can be returned on January 30/31 in the parking lot. Our goal is to collect 20,000 pounds. www.bumc.net/Hunger
Launching Point
January 10, 2016, 9:30 & 11:00 am, Memorial Chapel (Meets 2nd Sunday of each month) Get a snap shot of who we are and what we value here at Brentwood UMC, plus learn the next step in becoming more connected to the congregational life of the church. Perfect for recent visitors or for those considering church membership. Contact Judy at jbumgarner@bumc.net. www.bumc.net/LaunchingPoint
Adult Discipleship Sampler Sunday, January 10, 9:30 & 11:00 am, Parlor Grab a cup of coffee and explore our small groups, Sunday School classes and Bible studies. Find the perfect fit for you! www.bumc.net/adults
Rock the Chains Table in the Narthex Rock the Chains is an annual student-led battle of the bands competition (Saturday, February 27) that raises money and awareness in the fight against modern-day slavery. Stop by the table in the Narthex to learn more, meet the youth team, and find out how your business can sponsor the event. We’re also looking for bands of middle or high school students to audition! For more info, contact Tatiana Liston at tliston@bumc.net www.bumc.net/student
Entreat: A Worship Community of Hope & Restoration January 10, 6:30 pm, Chapel (Meets 2nd & 4th Sundays) Entreat meets next on January 10. No matter where you find yourself on the journey toward health and wholeness, all are welcome! www.bumc.net/Entreat
“Step Up” Men’s Retreat January 15 – 17, 2016 @ Beersheba Springs A time of worship and inspiration to inspire men to consider their influence for Christ. Register at www.bumc.net/register or contact shenson@bumc.net. Our annual Charge Conference will be held on January 24, 2016 at 1 pm in A291.
Weekly Announcements Father/Daughter Dance Center for Youth Ministry Training: 2nd Annual Jump Jive Dinner Dance Friday, February 12, 6:30 pm Embassy Suites Cool Springs Tickets: $100 each, www.cymt.org/jumpjive or 615-823-7605. Presented by T.W. Frierson Contractor, Inc. and Bradley Wealth Management, featuring Nashville’s hottest swing band, the Gnarly Parkers.
Kindergarten Forum offered by Brentwood Methodist Dayschool Friday, January 22, 9:45-11:30, Room A291 Learn how to prepare your child for kindergarten success. Church members and community are welcome. Register at dayschool@bumc.net or 615-373-2523 by Monday, January 18th.
Divorce Recovery Class Series Wednesday Nights Beginning January 13 6:30 - 8:00 pm This class runs for 6 weeks. Questions? Email Julia Todd at jtodd@bumc.net. Register online at www.bumc.net/SupportAndEducation.
New Adult Discipleship Opportunities for 2016 4Life Wednesdays, January 13 – February 3, 6:30 pm, A392 Discover what it means to live a fulfilling life in Christ in a four-week study exploring fundamental areas of the Christian faith. Led by pastors. ADULT SUNDAY MORNING CLASSES On-going; meet at 9:30 and 11:00 am. For class listings and descriptions visit bumc.net/ SundayMorningClasses or stop by the Guest Services desk. For more information contact Judith Bone at 615-324-7258 or jbone@bumc.net. ADULT SMALL GROUPS www.bumc.net/SmallGroups Groups meet on Sundays am & pm, Wednesday evenings and at other days and times throughout the week. They are smaller communities of 12-15 people who study, serve, and share life together. Contact Lisa at 615-577-7275 or lalexander@bumc.net. Registration is important for the following studies at www.bumc.net/register.
Women’s Bible Study “Jeremiah: Daring to Hope in an Unstable World”, Begins Wednesday, January 13, 6 weeks, 9 - 11 am, led by Lou Anne Jacobs Women’s Bible Study “Making Sense of the Bible” by Adam Hamilton, Begins Thursday, January 14, 6 weeks, 9:00 – 10:30 am. Led by Carol Bumbalough Women’s Bible Study “Celebration of Discipline: Central Practices of the Christian Faith”, Begins Tuesday, January 19, 15 weeks, 9:30–11:00 am, Led by Judith Bone MOM’S IN PRAYER (Women with young children pre-school & elementary age), Begins January 13 • Wednesdays 9:45-11:30 am Contact Candice at candicetaylor86@gmail.com • Wednesdays 6:00-7:30 pm Contact Julie at julie.hunsinger@comcast.net Register at www.bumc.net/register; for childcare email Ellen Garrett at egarrett@bumc.net.
Lenten Study: One Big Sunday School Class Begins Sunday, February 14, 6 weeks, 10:00-10:45 am Led by Judith Bone This Lent, experience a season of spiritual growth and life-changing renewal by our study of The Gospel of John, the most deeply spiritual of the four gospels, full of rich images and deep truths.
Friday, February 5, 6:30 -8:30 pm, Haney Hall $25 per family, photo booth and snacks. Register at bumc.net/register. Questions? Contact Brad Glossinger at 615-406-6956.
Charge Conference Names At BUMC, when we
determine that a member is no longer attending and we no longer have their current address information, their names are presented to the Charge Conference for two consecutive years and are then removed from the roll. If you know the address of anyone on this list, contact Fran Lusby at flusby@bumc.net or get in touch with the member and ask him/her to co 1st Reading Allender, Andrea Allison, Jeff Ball, Debbie Baumgartner, Clyde Beavers, Christopher Beavers, Courtney Brandon, David Brown, Christopher Brown, Jessica Brown, Jill Brown, John Buchanan, Claudia Campbell, Laura Carlson, Geordie Cates, Cindy Cochran, Mary Jane Crouch, Ellen Davis, Alton Davis, Virginia Deal, Sharon Dulin, Carla Eggers, Brooke Fritz, Bill Goodman, Mike Gross, Kevin Hale, William Hendry, Ben Hensley, Floy Hicks, Susanne High, Morgan Hinojosa, Vasti Howe, Lyndsay Huttner, Ann Jobe, Jack Jones, Leah 2nd Reading Atkins, Christopher Atkins, Rachel Baker, Mary Beckler, Ashley Beckler, Kellee Boyd, David Boyd, Shari Brock, Charles Brock, Sheila Cline, Mary Daugherty, Bob Daugherty, Cynthia Echetebu, Amechi Hammond, Chase Hammond, Lori Hammond, Phillip Hammond, Spencer Hibbard, Jennifer Hibbard, Ryan Marshall, Shari
Junier, Joyce Keffer, Beverly King, Robert Locke, Charles Logan, Jane Mangelsdorf, Todd Martin, Karen McCraven, Lisa McFall, Michael McFarlin, Dane McKinney, Virginia Miller, Tim Mitchum, Albert Neal, Frank Nebel, Jon Nebel, Laurie Pearse, Barry Pearse, Diane Raymer, Ashton Raymer, Donald Raymer, Linda Raymer, Whitley Smiley, Amber Smiley, Ashley Smiley, Robert Stabler, Sandra Stamps, Clarence Thomas, Richard Vantrease, Michael Wallen, Curt Wallen, Kay Watson, David Wilkins, Hal Williams, Carrie Winfield, Barbara McDougal, Jeffrey McDougal, Tiffany McGaughey, Eric McGaughey, Mary Merrilees, Brad Merrilees, Cooper Merrilees, Kim Miller, Donna Reddy, Heidi Rimas, Dennis Rimas, Edie Shockley, Morgan Short, Jennifer Shoun, Brian Shoun, Susan Sowers, Jeanne Tierno, Anthony Tierno, Barbara Tomasieski, Nina