Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
January 28 February 3, 2018
RESTOCK THE PANTRY www.bumc.net/Restock
Visit the table in the Narthex Let's restock the GraceWorks pantry so they can provide food for families in need in Williamson County! Pick up a shopping list and a bag at the table in the Narthex this weekend. Drop off items at the trucks in the parking lot next weekend. We also need volunteers to help load the trucks. Contact Dana Orange at wdorange@sbcglobal.net to volunteer.
ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICE
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.
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. Bands can sign up to audition at www.bumc.net/Register. Contact Tatiana Liston at tliston@bumc.net to learn about sponsorship opportunities.
DAILY FIELD GUIDE www.bumc.net/Field-Guide
GREAT STORIES // GREAT LESSONS
We are excited to share a new portion of our Daily Field Guide devotionals! Every other Monday, we'll share a video testimony from a BUMC member or staff. The rest of the week, the Field Guide will be written devotionals as usual. We hope you'll engage with both – watching or reading – and share with those who might benefit.
CYMT DANCING THROUGH THE DECADES www.cymt.org
Friday, February 9, 6:30 p.m., Embassy Suites Cool Springs The Center for Youth Ministry Training invites you to an evening of dinner and dancing, benefitting their mission of equipping youth ministers and churches to develop theologically informed and practically effective youth ministries. Tickets are $125/person. Register at www.cymt.org.
BOY SCOUT SPAGHETTI SUPPER
Saturday, February 10, 5 p.m., Family Life Center Support the Boy Scouts and help them raise money for equipment, supplies, and troop operations. Tickets are $6/adult, $3/child (12 & under) and include all you can eat spaghetti and homemade desserts. Buy your tickets at the table in the Breezeway this weekend and next weekend.
BUMC YEARLY CHARGE CONFERENCE Sunday, January 28, 12:15 p.m., Haney Hall
Weekly Announcements
ROOM IN THE INN
You can continue to donate new or gently-used clothes. We currently need men's jeans, warm coats, sweatshirts, warm shirts (not dress), gloves, men’s boxers, t-shirts (M-2X), and backpacks. Contact Rev. Toi King at tking@bumc.net to learn more.
FOR HIS GLORY (LITURGICAL DANCE MINISTRY)
Sundays beginning January 28, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., The Pit Children (grades 1-4) are invited to join our liturgical dance ministry! No dance experience necessary. Contact ForHisGloryBUMC@gmail.com to learn more.
REFUEL: RESCUE YOUR RESOLUTIONS
Wednesday, January 31, 5:30 p.m., Family Life Center This week's speakers are Dr. Monicah Muhomba (Vanderbilt University) and Abby Buter (Abby Buter Coaching) speaking on mindfulness. Sign up online for dinner and childcare by Tuesday at noon.
FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE
Friday, February 2, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Haney Hall Fathers, it's your last chance to sign up for the annual Valentine's Dance! For K-6th grade. Cost is $35/family. Sign up online by January 29.
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Sunday, February 11, 7:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Donate at BUMC to help save lives! Sign up ahead of time with the RapidPass app or online at www.redcrossblood.org/RapidPass.
"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.
HEALING HOUSING LOVE BREAKFAST
Wednesday, February 14, 7-8:15 a.m., Haney Hall Hear the women of Healing Housing share their spiritual journeys through addiction recovery. Contact info@healinghousing.org to register.
FLASHPOINT: MEN'S RETREAT
February 16-18, Beersheba Springs Assembly Spend time enjoying God's creation in the great outdoors as the Holy Spirit forms our identities in Christ. Cost is $150. Sign up at online.
Visit www.bumc.net/Register to register for all of our events 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.
RESCHEDULED: KINDERGARTEN WORSHIP READINESS (MILESTONE #3)
Rescheduled to March 10 & 11 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 for the Saturday class and Sunday recognition. Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net to learn more.
SOUTH AFRICA SPONSORSHIP
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.
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.
MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER MISSION TRIP
July 15-20, Chattanooga 7th & 8th graders and adults, serve this summer with YouthWorks in Chattanooga! Cost is $395/student, $300/adult. Contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net to learn more. Spots are limited, sign up online.
HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER MISSION TRIP
June 17-22, Hinton, North Carolina 9th-12th graders and adults, serve with us at Hinton Center, a United Methodist Retreat. We'll assist in home repairs and other projects. Cost is $395/student, $300/adult. Contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net to learn more. Spots are limited, sign up online.
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