Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
January 14 - 20, 2018
INCLEMENT WEATHER INFORMATION Find out about weather-related closures at www.bumc.net/Weather or subscribe to our Urgent Church Communications email at www.bumc.net/Newsletters.
LAUNCHING POINT www.bumc.net/LaunchingPoint
Sunday, January 14, 9:45 & 11 a.m., Memorial Chapel Learn more about who we are and how you can get involved in the life of the church. No registration necessary. Contact Rev. Shelby Sowey at sslowey@bumc.net to learn more.
REFUEL: OFAM EDUCATIONAL FORUM www.bumc.net/Refuel
Wednesday, January 17, 5:30 p.m., Family Life Center Connect with God and others over dinner before hearing from various speakers or before heading to choirs, classes, or Bible studies. Our first panel will be the Orphan, Foster & Adoption Ministry (OFAM) Educational Forum at 6:15 p.m. Sign up for dinner and childcare by January 16 at www.bumc.net/Refuel or call Paula Cryan at 615.373.3663. Upcoming Refuel Series: Rescue Your Resolutions How can we as Christians be healthy in mind, body, and spirit? January 24 "Body" with Stacy Jagger, LMFT, RPT (BUMC Counseling Center) January 31 "Mind" with Dr. Monicah Muhomba (Vanderbilt University) and Abby Buter (Abby Buter Coaching) February 7 "Spirit" with Dr. Davis Chappell, Rev. Toi King, Dr. Jeff Wilson, and Rev. Allison Gossett
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS www.bumc.net/Membership
Sunday, January 21, 12:15 p.m. Have you considered making BUMC your church home? Join us for lunch to learn more about our church, the United Methodist Church, and what it means to be a member. Contact Stephanie Smith at ssmith@bumc.net to learn more.
SOUTH AFRICA SPONSORSHIP www.bumc.net/SouthAfrica 2017 sponsors: contact Regina at rgirten@bumc.net to let us know if you plan to continue sponsoring in 2018 We are still in need of sponsors for children and teachers at our South African partner schools! Annual sponsorship is $500/child and $1000/ teacher. Contact Regina at rgirten@bumc.net to learn more.
FLASHPOINT: MEN'S RETREAT www.bumc.net/FlashPoint
February 16-18, Beersheba Springs Assembly Join us at our annual Point Men Retreat with guest speaker Rev. Derek Joyce, Executive Pastor of FUMC Shreveport. Spend time enjoying God's creation in the great outdoors as the Holy Spirit forms our identities in Christ. Cost is $150. Contact Herschel French at hfrench@bumc.net to learn more. Sign up at www.bumc.net/FlashPoint.
BUMC YEARLY CHARGE CONFERENCE Sunday, January 28, 12:15 p.m., Haney Hall
Weekly Announcements
RESTOCK THE PANTRY
Let's restock the Graceworks pantry so they can provide food for families in need in Williamson County! Shopping bags and lists will be available in the Narthex next weekend.
DISCIPLE I CLASS
Sundays, 9:20-10:55 a.m., 2nd Floor Buchanan House Grow deeper in your knowledge of the Bible with Rev. Toi King and Rev. Allison Gossett! Contact Rev. Allison Gossett at agossett@bumc.net to sign up.
KINDERGARTEN FORUM
Wednesday, January 17, 9:45-11:30 a.m., Haney Hall Learn the steps to Kindergarten success from a panel of local, experienced teachers, hosted by the BUMC Day School. Contact dayschool@bumc.net to sign up.
YOUTH CONFIRMATION
Wednesdays beginning January 17, 7-8 p.m. For anyone in the 7th-12th grade who has not been through Confirmation before. Contact Rosanne at rschenck@bumc.net to sign up.
ADULT CONFIRMATION
Sundays beginning January 21, 5:15-6:50 p.m. This 6-week class covers the history of the United Methodist Church and what it means to be a member. Sign up online. Contact Rev. Maggie Jarrell at mjarrell@bumc.net to learn more.
KINDERGARTEN WORSHIP READINESS (MILESTONE #3)
January 27 & 28 Kindergartners and their parents will learn how and why we worship to become an active part of our services. Cost is $20/family. Sign up online.
FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE
Friday, February 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Haney Hall Fathers, invite your daughters (K-6th) to the annual Valentine’s Dance! Cost is $35/family. Sign up online by January 29.
HEALING HOUSING LOVE BREAKFAST
Wednesday, February 14, 7-8:15 a.m., Haney Hall Hear the women of Healing Housing share about their spiritual journeys through addiction recovery. Contact info@healinghousing.org to register.
Visit www.bumc.net/Register to register for all of our events LAST CHANCE TO SIGN UP
Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register Jesus the One and Only led by Lou Anne Jacobs Wednesdays, 9:30-11 a.m. John: The Gospel of Light & Life led by Carol Bumbalough Thursdays, 9:30-11 a.m. Divorce Recovery Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m. Live Well: Emotional Wellness Through Depression Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m.
THE ENNEAGRAM JOURNEY
Tuesdays beginning January 23, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Explore this ancient and fascinating spiritual tool of self-discovery with Suzanne Stabile. Cost is $40. Register online.
HONDURAS TRIP POSTPONED
The Honduras Mission Trip has been postponed due to current tensions. We are in communication with our contacts in Honduras who will help us reschedule the trip for a later date. Please keep our friends there in your prayers, as well as those who continue to serve in the area. Contact Rev. David Ssebulime at dssebulime@bumc.net to learn more.
"A HOPE AND A PRAYER" STUDY
Tuesdays beginning February 13, 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays beginning February 14, 9:30-11 a.m. A 10-week study about discovering God's promises and moving with expectancy, led by Shawna Keller. Sign up at www.RelayOfTruth.com/Registration.
TOUR ENGLAND WITH DAVIS AND BISHOP PENNEL
Registration deadline is March 10 Sherre & Davis Chappell and Bishop Joe & Janene Pennel are leading a Wesleyan history tour to England, July 10-18. Davis and Joe will also lead pre-tour studies in May and June. Contact Mary Linda Melnyk-Mattox at 615.373.2659 to learn more.
SAVE THE DATE: WOVEN
Saturday, April 21, Franklin First UMC Mark your calendars for our 2nd annual women's conference. More details in the coming weeks.
Support & Care in Difficult Times If you are in need of pastoral care, contact any of our pastors or schedule an appointment by calling Melissa Liddle at 615.324.7256. You can make prayer requests online at www.bumc.net/Prayer. Support Groups There are a wide range of support and encouragement groups for issues 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/StephenMinistry 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/CongregationalCare Brentwood UMC • 309 Franklin Road • Brentwood, TN 37027 • 615.373.3663