July 10 - 16, 2016 Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
Christmas in July www.bumc.net/ChristmasInJuly Be a part of the 8th annual Christmas in July and help us fill 800 backpacks for children in need. You can pick up a shopping list at the table in the Narthex or online. Items collected will be distributed through Williamson County, Harvest Hands, 61st Ave UMC and the Nashville Rescue Mission Women’s Campus. Contact Rev. Allison Gossett at agossett@bumc.net for more information.
Sonshine Home Concert www.bumc.net/SonshineTour Sunday, July 24, 7 pm, BUMC Sanctuary Join us in welcoming our 10th - 12th grade Sonshine Choir back from their summer tour. They will be traveling July 15-24 through Kentucky, Indiana, Illinois and Tennessee. Invite your friends and family to this exciting worship experience full of music and glory sightings from the trip.
Launching Point www.bumc.net/LaunchingPoint Sunday, July 10, 9:45 & 11:00 am, Memorial Chapel Get a snapshot of who we are and what we value here at BUMC, plus learn the next step in becoming more connected to the congregational life of the church. This class is perfect for recent visitors or for those who are considering church membership. No registration necessary. Contact Julia at jtodd@bumc.net for more information.
Volunteer Opportunities www.bumc.net/WaysToServe We have many ways you can use your gifts to serve at BUMC. You can learn about each of these opportunities, and more, on our website. Sunday Morning Ushers Distribute bulletins, receive the offering, direct the congregation during communion, and collect attendance information Contact Kelli at khuston@bumc.net Annual Church Picnic (Sunday, August 21) Set up and clean up of the Church Picnic Contact Rev. Shelby Slowey at sslowey@bumc.net Divorce Recovery Kids (6 weeks, begin August 30) Set up and support (Safe Sanctuary certified adults) Contact Rev. Shebbie Shields at sshields@bumc.net Communications Team Photographers & Videographers Capture God’s work in our ministries through a lens Contact Rebekah at rharbison@bumc.net
Weekly Announcements RESPITE CAREGIVING CERTIFICATION COURSE
SUNDAY MORNING BOOK STUDY
Sundays, July 10 & 17 9:45 – 10:45 am in the Chapel A study of “Half Truths” by Adam Hamilton. We compare several common Christian clichés to the message and ministry of Jesus. July 10 topic: “Everything Happens for a Reason.” Contact Carol at cbumbalough@bumc.net for more information.
SUMMER WOMEN’S BOOK STUDY
Wednesday, July 13 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Room A291 Book study of “The Best Yes” by author Lysa TerKeurst. Light supper served; childcare available with advanced notice; cost is $11/book.
UMW SALAD SUPPER
Monday, July 11 6:00 pm, Room B149 All women in the church are invited to a potluck dinner and time of fellowship with our guest speaker, Sandy Burfitt, BUMC member and World Methodist Council board member. Bring your favorite summer dish or salad; the Rachel Circle will provide dessert. Contact Lisa at lalexander@bumc.net for more information.
SHOPAPALOOZA
Wednesday, November 9, 9:30 am – 7:00 pm, BUMC Sign up to be a vendor for the Brentwood UMC Dayschool’s one-day shopping event. Applications are now available at www.bumc.net/register and are due September 5. Contact Jinni Malone at jinnimalone@ gmail.com for more information.
Tuesdays, September 13 & 20 4:00 - 8:00 pm Use your gifts of visitation and caregiving in BUMC’s Respite Caregiving Certification Course, sponsored by the TN Commission on Aging and Disability. Register by July 15; contact Rev. Shelby Slowey at sslowey@bumc.net.
STUDENT MINISTRY DODGEBALL NIGHT
Tuesday, July 26 6:00 – 7:30 pm, Family Life Center This is a free event for 7th – 12th grade students, so bring a friend! Registration is required; sign up online at www.bumc.net/register. Contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net for more information.
BAREFOOT REPUBLIC CAMP VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
July 11-15, BUMC Provide dinner for Barefoot Republic staff members at the church or serve lunch to the campers. You can sign up as an individual, family or group. Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE GOLF SCRAMBLE
Monday, August 22 1:00 - 6:00 pm, Old Natchez Country Club Sign up for the annual golf scramble benefitting Stop Hunger Now. Our goal is to raise $29,000 to provide 100,000 meals to families in developing countries and those impacted by natural disasters. Contact Matt O’Dell at mattodell@comcast.net or visit www.bumc. net/golf for more information.
INTERNATIONAL MISSION TRIPS
BUMC56 BRIDGE RETREAT
Thursday, July 28 through Sunday, July 31 Just completed 4th, 5th and 6th graders are invited to Bridge Retreat as we celebrate new kids joining BUMC56 and say goodbye to those moving to Student Ministry. Register by July 20; cost is $110 for 4th & 5th grade, $135 for 6th grade. Contact Maggie at mjarrell@bumc.net or visit bumc.net/summer2016 for more information.
Register online at www.bumc.net/MissionTrips or contact Jennifer at jhite@bumc.net Tlancualpican, Mexico September 9 – 18 Informational meeting is July 24 at 11 am, Room A389 Jacmel, Haiti October 6 – 11 Register by August 21. Informational meeting is July 14 at 6 pm, Room A291
PAID POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Our ministry partner in South Nashville
“Harvest Heights” Summer Camp
BUMC Week, July 11 – 14, 9:15 – 11:15 am or 12:20 – 2:20 pm Volunteer in the morning or afternoon with Harvest Hands’ Summer Camp. Contact Rev. Allison Gossett at agossett@bumc.net to volunteer for BUMC Week or another week.
Job descriptions and application at www.bumc.net/ employment. • Administrative Assistant to Connect Ministries, Brentwood (part-time) • Database Support, Brentwood (part-time) • Facilities Team, Brentwood (full-time) • Assistant Lead Teacher, CCF (full-time) • Director of Youth Ministry, Trinity (part-time)
Support & Care in Difficult Times If you are in need of pastoral care, contact any of our pastors, or schedule an appointment by calling Julie Donley at 615-324-7254. 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 Trained Stephen Ministers provide confidential, one-on-one Christian care. Call the confidential hotline at 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/CaringMinistries Brentwood UMC • 309 Franklin Road • Brentwood, TN 37027 • 615-373-3663