Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
July 30 - August 5, 2017
CHRISTMAS IN JULY Thank you to everyone who has given school supplies and donations! If you still have supplies, please drop them off at the bins in the Narthex so our older elementary students can assemble the backpacks. You can also continue to give generously by texting BUMCCOM and a dollar amount to 28950.
NEXT SERMON SERIES: "REPURPOSE"
Begins August 5 & 6 Our culture is constantly changing, from day to day and year to year. With so much changing, it’s easy to wonder, “Is the Bible still relevant today?” Join us for our next sermon series, rePurpose, as we learn how the unchanging message of Jesus Christ changes our hearts so we can transform our world.
LOVE IN DEED GOLF SCRAMBLE www.bumc.net/Golf
Monday, August 14, 1 p.m., Old Natchez Country Club This year's tournament benefits Love in Deed, and a portion of your proceeds will help provide nutritious meals for 100,000 people. Register your team or sponsor a hole at www.bumc.net/Golf. Contact Matt O'Dell at mattodell@comcast.net to learn more.
SUMMERFEST CHURCH PICNIC www.bumc.net/Summerfest
Sunday, August 13, 5-8 p.m., BUMC Join us at Summerfest! This community-wide event has fun for your whole family with live music, food for purchase from 9 local food trucks, and inflatables for the kids. Visit the table in the Narthex to pick up invite cards for your friends and neighbors.
SAVE e thDATE
UPCOMING FALL DATES www.bumc.net/Fall August 6.............................Blessing of the Backpacks; Grief Share begins August 9.............................Boundaries Support Group begins August 13..........................Promotion Sunday; Summerfest Church Picnic August 20..........................Student Ministry Kickoff August 27..........................BUMC56 & Student Sunday Nights begin September 6..................Refuel begins; Moms in Prayer begins Children's & Student Wednesday Nights begin September 8-10..........High School Retreat September 8-17..........Mexico Mission Trip September 11-15.......Adult Discipleship classes begin September 14...............OnPoint begins September 14-16.......KidSale September 17...............Preschool Bible Presentation (Milestone #2) September 29 – October 1...... Merge Middle School Retreat September 30...............Love in Deed (Day of Service) October 4..........................Anxiety Support Group begins October 8..........................Blessing of the Animals October 20-22...............Breathing Space: A Women’s Retreat October 22.......................3rd Grade Bible Presentation (Milestone #4) October 26.......................South Africa Child Sponsorship Dinner
Weekly Announcements
SUNDAY SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS
Join the Children's Ministry volunteer team and make a difference in the life of a child! We are looking for Sunday school leaders in all stages of life to volunteer in our classes (3 years – 6th grade). Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net to volunteer for Preschool through 4th grade. Contact Rev. Maggie Jarrell at mjarrell@bumc.net to volunteer for 5th and 6th grade Sunday school.
BLESSING OF THE BACKPACKS
Sunday, August 6, 9:30 a.m., Family Life Center Incoming K-6th graders and their parents are invited to join the Children's Ministry as we pray over the children and the new school year.
GRIEF SHARE
Sundays beginning August 6, 12:15 – 2 p.m. This 4-week class is filled with practical applications for those who seek to claim hope & healing in the face of their ongoing grief. Lunch is provided. Visit www.bumc.net/Grief or call 615.324.7256 to register.
BOUNDARIES SUPPORT GROUP
Wednesdays beginning August 9, 6:30 – 8 p.m. What are boundaries? Why do we need them? This 8-week class is open to anyone and teaches you how to set and respect boundaries. Cost is $22. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register.
October 20-22, Beersheba Springs Assembly Ladies, save the date for our fall retreat! This will be an opportunity for fellowship with God and other women. Registration opens August 13.
HAITI MISSION TRIP CANCELED
The Haiti mission trip in October has been canceled due to extenuating circumstances. Thank you to everyone who has shown interest in this mission opportunity. We will keep you updated with future ways to serve in Haiti. Contact Regina at rgirten@bumc.net to learn more.
LOOKING FOR SOME SUMMER READING? Visit our free library on the 3rd floor between the Turner Center and the Narthex. We have novels, theological books, historical books, and plenty more. Directions to check out are at the check-out cart.
HANDYMAN MINISTRY
Attention handymen: we're running short on skilled volunteers! Are you willing and able to help out? Contact Allen Deaver at allen@taylorspharmacy.com to volunteer.
DAILY FIELD GUIDE
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Sunday, August 13, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Parking Lot The American Red Cross is currently in a critical blood shortage. Donate at BUMC to help save lives! To reduce the odds of being deferred, increase your intake of iron-rich foods. Donors will receive a $5 Target gift card via email. Sign up ahead of time at www.redcrossblood.org/RapidPass.
SAVE THE DATE: LOVE IN DEED
Saturday, September 30 Our Love in Deed day of service is coming up again this fall! This year's projects will be with Rise Against Hunger, GraceWorks, The Word Wagon, and more.
CANCER CARE YOGA
BREATHING SPACE: A WOMEN'S RETREAT
Mondays, 12-1 p.m., Room A393 Specifically for cancer survivors, this practice focuses on easing the side effects of chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery. No registration and no fee. Contact Jeanetta at jfargo@bumc.net to learn more.
The Field Guide is like a map for your journey with scriptures, reflections, and prayers written by BUMC staff and congregants every day of the week. Read the latest devotions at www.bumc.net/FieldGuide.
SHARE YOUR PHOTOS WITH US
Do you takes pictures at BUMC programs or events that you'd like the world to see? Send your best shots to photos@bumc.net, and they could end up on our Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram!
TOUR ENGLAND WITH DAVIS AND BISHOP PENNEL
July 10-18, 2018 Join Dr. Davis Chappell and Bishop Joe Pennel on a tour of England to explore the heritage of the Methodist Church. See the sights of John Wesley's life and build relationships with other United Methodists. Ireland extension available. Contact Mary Linda Melnyk-Mattox at 615.373.2659 to learn more.
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 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