Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
January 8 - 14, 2017
FI E L D GUIDE BR ENT WOOD UMC
DAILY FIELD GUIDE www.bumc.net/FieldGuide For 2017, we are challenging our BUMC community to join together with the Daily Field Guide. The Field Guide is like a map for your journey: daily scripture readings, meditations, prayers, and reflections in your email inbox or on your social media feed. This guide will point you in the right direction for the day. Sign up at www.bumc.net/FieldGuide. Contact Herschel at hfrench@bumc.net for more information.
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CHILDREN & YOUTH DATES Weekly programs resume this week
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY (3 years - 6th grade) www.bumc.net/Children Sunday School classes are an engaging time of loving and learning for all children. Contact Ellen Garrett at egarrett@bumc.net for more information.
STUDENT MINISTRY (7th – 12th grade) www.bumcSM.net If you’re not in a small group, join us January 8 for kick off! We’ll start the year studying some “Half Truths,” as we search for the whole truth by comparing common Christian clichés to the message and ministry of Jesus. Contact Rosanne Schenck at rschenck@bumc.net for more information.
DIVORCE RECOVERY www.bumc.net/Divorce Join us on a path to discovery. This six-week class is for kids, teens and adults who have gone through or are going through divorce. Register online at www.bumc.net/Divorce or contact Regina at rgirten@bumc.net for more information.
Kids (9-12) Begins Tuesday, January 10 at 6:30 pm (No cost) Are your children angry, hurt, and confused about your separation or divorce? Thriving Kids Through Divorce is a play-based group where your children can learn skills that will help them heal. This class is led by Stacy Jagger. Teens (13-17) Begins Tuesday, January 10 at 6:30 pm (No cost) Teens in Between offers teens a chance to relate to one another and help deal with parental divorce in a safe environment. This class is led by Dr. James Wellborn. Adults Begins Wednesday, January 11 at 6:30 pm ($30/person) Rebuild life on a solid foundation. Meet with others to explore emotions, learn forgiveness, and gain access to community resources.
ENDEAVOR MEN'S RETREAT www.bumc.net/Endeavor January 13 – 15, Beersheba Springs Assembly At Endeavor, we will take a look at the lives of David, Solomon, and Daniel in an attempt to learn how we can better navigate this life. It promises to be a renewing and fun weekend. We hope you'll join us! Cost is $150; register online. Contact Shelby at shenson@bumc.net for more information.
Weekly Announcements
INCLEMENT WEATHER PLAN
In case of inclement weather, please utilize the following resources for updates on closings and cancellations: • Subscribe to Urgent Church Communications at www.bumc.net/newsletters • Check our website homepage at www.bumc.net • Follow our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts (@brentwoodumc) • Call 615-373-3663 and select option 2 from the menu for an updated message
CONNECTING COUPLES
Tuesdays, January 10 – February 14 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Room B152B A 6-week class for married couples to enhance their relationship and explore conflict resolution as a unit, led by John Fite, PhD. Contact Regina at rgirten@bumc.net for more information.
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, January 10, 7-8 pm, Room A139 Caregivers have the opportunity for respite and to share questions and concerns; led by Dr. William Petri. Contact Sue Dowling at 615-790-8393 for more information.
LIVE WELL CLASSES
Wednesdays, January 11 – February 8 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Room B152B A 5-week class examining the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection’s study, “Live Well: Exploring Emotional Wellness through Anxiety.” Sign up online at www.bumc.net/register.
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP CLASSES
Visit www.bumc.net/AdultClasses to sign up. “First Corinthians: Living Love When You Disagree” Wednesdays beginning January 11, 9:15 – 11:30 am Women’s Study led by Lou Anne Jacobs “The Gospel of Mark” (Women’s Study) Thursdays beginning January 12, 9:30 – 11:00 am Women’s Study led by Carol Bumbalough “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
ROOM IN THE INN
Bins are in the Narthex to collect warm clothes for our guests at Room in the Inn. Contact Jennifer at jhite@bumc.net for more information.
INTENTIONAL PARENTING SEMINAR
Wednesday, January 18, 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Chapel Join us for a free community event to hear parenting tips from speakers Sissy Goff and David Thomas. As counselors and authors of “Intentional Parenting,” the pair has more than 50 years experience counseling young kids and their parents. Contact dayschool@bumc.net for more information.
RESTOCK THE PANTRY
Pick up a shopping bag January 22 & 29 to the Narthex Help us restock the GraceWorks food and goods pantry! Contact Jennifer at jhite@bumc.net.
KINDERGARTEN FORUM
Friday, January 27, 9:45 – 11:30 am, A291 Parents, have your questions about Kindergarten answered by a panel of local public and private school teachers. Register for this free community event by Monday, January 23. Contact dayschool@bumc.net to register.
KINDERGARTEN WORSHIP READINESS (Milestone #3)
Saturday, January 28 & Sunday, January 29 Kindergarten Worship Readiness prepares children to attend worship services at BUMC. Cost is $20/ family. Sign up at www.bumc.net/register. Contact Megan at mteegarden@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.
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. Our ministry partner in South Nashville
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 now 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