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A Weekly Newsletter of Brentwood United Methodist Church
Growing Disciples of Christ Who Know Him, Love Him, and Serve Him
January 29 - February 4, 2012
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How Will You Step UP! this Year? Step Up! 2012 is our year-long emphasis of five core practices that lead to a stronger faith and a more vibrant church. These practices include: worship, connect, invite, serve and give. For specific things you can do now to begin to Step Up, check our website, www.bumc.net and the opportunities listed in the BEAM today.
Step Up to Worship One of our Step Up! practices is to worship God daily and weekly (which includes prayer and scripture reading) Tuesday Morning Prayer Service Join us each Tuesday morning in the sanctuary from 6:30-7:00 AM for a service of prayer. All are invited to come and be a part of these holy moments as we pray together as the body of Christ. Readings for the week of January 30: John 11 - 15 You may start the reading plan at any time. Pick up a reading Read the New Testament in a year. plan bookmark at the information desks and in the brochure racks in the narthex and lobby or go to www.bumc.net to learn about additional options. Join the conversation on twitter (#bumc345) and Facebook (Brentwood United Methodist Church) as we share what we’re learning through God’s word.
Step Up to Connect Join an Adult Study Visit www.bumc.net or contact Judith Bone, jbone@bumc.net, 324-7358. James: Mercy Triumphs (Beth Moore Study) Wednesdays, 9:30–11:30 am The Lives of Great Christians (continued) Wednesdays, 6:15–7:30 pm, Rev. Kaye Harvey Senior Pastor’s Study: The Methodist Way Wednesdays, 6:30–7:30 pm, Dr. Martin Thielen The Gospel of John Wednesdays thru February 15, 6:30-7:30 pm, Rev. Dr. Jeff Wilson Spiritual Travels: Searching for God Knows What [A Donald Miller Study] Sundays, February 12 - April 22,5:20 - 7:30 pm, A394; Led by Rick Hotzfeld Hysterically funny, wryly provocative, and disquietingly insightful, “Searching for God Knows What” invites readers to examine their deep need for redemption, to feel it, know it, and live like it is true in their lives. MOMS in Prayer - Begins February 1 Wednesdays, Room A292, 9:30-11:00am, Led by Kristen Kash & Melissa Wyatt. Moms in Prayer is a group of mothers with young children who gather weekly to share stories, prayer, and a time of study together. Now discussing “The Power of a Praying Parent” by Stormie Omartian. Childcare provided with registration at www.bumc.net.
The Secrets of a Contented Life Saturdays, Thru February 4 6 pm Sundays, Thru February 5 8:30, 9:50 and 11:00 am
11 am After Awakening Sunday Morning Group Led by Judith Bone - A291 Join us as we explore Three Simple Questions: “Who is God?” “Who am I?” “Who are we together?” We are unique in our gifts, talents and life circumstances, so our answers may vary, but our sense of community will deepen as share together.
Step Up to Give You stepped up to give a total of $2,574.14 to our January Communion Offering which benefited Room in the Inn . The February Communion Offering (February 4/5) will benefit Faith Family Medical Clinic and Siloam Family Medical Clinic. These local clinics provide healthcare for the working poor and the uninsured. Perhaps you’d like to consider giving up a little luxury like your daily mocha latte or a weekly lunch out and save that money to give towards the communion offering each month. If everyone steps up a little bit, we’ll take a giant step together!