Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
Jan. 29 - Feb. 4, 2017
RESTOCK THE PANTRY www.bumc.net/Hunger Pick up a shopping list and bag in both Breezeways Following the holidays, GraceWorks needs to replenish their supply of food and goods. Let's restock the pantry! Donation bags must be returned on Sunday, February 5. Drop them off behind your car in the parking lot or bring them on the shuttle. In case of rain bring all bags to the collection sites in the Narthex or Lobby.
HEALING HOUSING www.HealingHousing.org Learn more at the table in the Narthex Healing Housing is a faith-based transitional housing program for women in recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. As housing opens, there will be more opportunities to serve and get involved. Contact Lauren Kissinger at lkissinger@healinghousing.org for more information.
LIVING THE GOSPEL www.bumc.net/LivingTheGospel Wednesdays beginning February 1 6:30 – 7:30 pm, Chapel (doors open at 6:05 pm) Davis invites you to a Wednesday Night series on living out the gospel in our daily lives. During the month of February, we’ll hear from different speakers about how we can take the Church beyond the walls of a building and into our community to reach more people. This week's speaker will be Bishop Bob Spain. Contact Lane at ldavis@bumc.net for more information.
FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE (K - 6th Grade)
FATHER daughter dance
Friday, February 3, 6:30 pm, Haney Hall Fathers, invite your little girl to the annual Valentine’s Dance! The cost is $35/family. Sign up online at www.bumc.net/register. Contact Shelby at shenson@bumc.net for more information.
REV. ALLISON FASIG JOINS THE VILLAGE It is with a mix of joy and sadness to announce that Rev. Allison Fasig, Pastor of Evangelism & Hospitality, has accepted a new position at The Village as the Pastor of Connections and Village Groups, beginning February 1. Allison has been on staff here at BUMC for 10 years and a leader in many areas of ministry, including small groups, hospitality, and Caring Ministry. While her gifts and talents will be missed at the BUMC main campus, we are excited to see how God will use her in a new way at The Village and beyond!
CHARGE CONFERENCE 2017
Sunday, January 29, 12:30 pm, Room A291 The BUMC Annual Charge Conference is this weekend with District Superintendent Harriet Bryan presiding.
Weekly Announcements
DAILY FIELD GUIDE
You can still sign up to receive the Daily Field Guide. The Field Guide is like a map for your journey: daily scriptures, readings, meditations and prayers in your inbox or on your social media feed. Sign up at www.bumc.net/FieldGuide. Contact Herschel at hfrench@bumc.net for more information.
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP CLASSES
WOMEN'S BREAKFAST
Wednesday, February 15, 9:30 am, Haney Hall Join us for a continental breakfast to hear local author Eve Sarrett speak on “Friends & Blessings.” Tickets are $5/two guests, so invite a friend! You can purchase tickets in the Day School lobby starting January 31, in Adult Sunday School classes, or at the door with a reservation. Contact dayschool@bumc.net or 615-373-2523 for more information.
Visit www.bumc.net/AdultClasses to sign up. “Making Sense of the Bible” Mondays beginning February 6, 9:30 – 10:30 am Book Study led by Herschel French “Relay of Truth” (Women’s Study) Tuesdays beginning February 21, 6:30 – 8:00 pm Thursdays beginning February 23, 10:00 – 11:30 am Women’s Study led by Shawna Keller
INTERNATIONAL MISSION FAIR
Sunday, February 5, 9:15 – 11:15 am, Parlor Come learn about BUMC's international mission trips happening in 2017! Representatives will be available to answer questions about upcoming trips including medical, educational and community development missions. Contact Rev. David Ssebulime at dssebulime@bumc.net for more information.
DANCING THROUGH THE DECADES
Friday, February 10, 6:30 pm Embassy Suites Cool Springs Join us for an evening of dinner and dancing to celebrate and support the Center for Youth Ministry Training. Tickets are $125 per person. Purchase tickets online at www.cymt.org or at the CYMT Office. Contact Courtney Hicks at courtneyhicks@cymt.org.
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Sunday, February 12, 7:30 am – 12:30 pm BUMC Parking Lot Help us reach our goal of 40 units of blood for the American Red Cross. You can sign up the day of or begin the check-in process ahead of time at www. redcrossblood.org/RapidPass. To donate you must: be at least 17 years old; weigh at least 110 pounds; be in good health; have a photo ID or Red Cross donor card; not have been asked to refrain from donating by the Red Cross.
ROOM IN THE INN
Bins are outside of Haney Hall to collect warm clothes for our guests (men, women & children) at Room in the Inn. Contact Jennifer at jhite@bumc.net for more information.
WOMEN'S SONGWRITERS NIGHT
Friday, February 17, 8 pm, Franklin Theatre Join BUMC women for a night of music by local female artists. Tickets are $21.50 each. Contact Paula at pcryan@bumc.net for more information about tickets.
JOYSOUND ORCHESTRA
Sundays, 3:45 – 5:00 pm, Room A185 (The Pit) Adults and youth, be a part of BUMC's Orchestra ministry. Bring your instruments and enjoy offering your musical gifts by playing the music of the church. Contact Patsy at pwade@bumc.net for more information.
ONPOINT MEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Thursdays, 6:30 am, Tabernacle Join the Point Men for chicken biscuits and spiritual conversation every Thursday morning. If you’re looking for a community of men who equip and encourage each other in their walks with Jesus Christ, now is the time to join us at OnPoint. Contact Herschel at hfrench@bumc.net for more information.
10TH ANNUAL ROCK THE CHAINS
Saturday, February 25, 6-9 pm, Youth Area Rock the Chains is a student-led Battle of the Bands that raises money and awareness in the fight against modern-day slavery. Talk with our students in the Youth Area to learn how you can join in the fight to end slavery. Contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net for more information.
HARVEST HANDS BASKETBALL COACHES
Two-hour weekly commitment Be a coach for Harvest Hands’ Elementary Co-Ed and Middle School Basketball Leagues. Practices are one hour on a weeknight, and games are one hour on Saturday mornings. Contact Mitchell Singer at Mitchell@harvesthandscdc.com.
Support & Care in Difficult Times If you are in need of pastoral care, contact any of our pastors, or schedule an appointment by calling Julia Todd at 615-324-7256. You may make prayer requests online at www.bumc.net/prayer. Support Groups There are a wide range of support and encouragement groups 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/Stephen Ministry 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/CaringMinistries Brentwood UMC • 309 Franklin Road • Brentwood, TN 37027 • 615-373-3663