June 19 - 25, 2016 Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
What’s Your Story? Share online at www.bumc.net/MyStory Tell us your story! Everyone has a story, whether it’s your faith testimony, a meaningful experience, a story of your great grandfather, or a love story. In conjunction with our current sermon series, we are collecting stories to share across various platforms as a way to inspire and build community among us. We want to know you and your story. Will you share it with us? Contact Rebekah at rharbison@bumc.net for more information.
Sonshine Choir Tour Bags www.bumc.net/SonshineTour Sunday, June 19, between services in the Narthex Stop by our table in the Narthex to pick up a bag to fill for a Sonshine Choir Tour student or chaperone for their trip to Chicago. You will receive a bag and directions on filling and returning it. Thank you for sharing the Spirit with our students and chaperones on tour! Bags must be returned by June 26. Contact Betsy Christie at 615-585-8783 for more information.
Sunday Morning Book Study www.bumc.net/AdultClasses Sundays, June 19, June 26, July 10 & July 17 9:45 – 10:45 am in the Chapel Join us during the Sunday School hour as we study “Half-Truths” by Adam Hamilton. We will compare several common Christian clichés to the message and ministry of Jesus. No registration is required. June 19 topic: “God Won’t Give You More Than You Can Handle.” Contact Carol at cbumbalough@bumc.net for more information.
PointMen Family Fellowship Event www.bumc.net/PointMen Sunday, June 26th, 7 pm, Crockett Park Enjoy an evening of fellowship and great music with the BUMC PointMen at the Crockett Park Summer Series! They will arrive early to secure a corner of the lawn, and provide popcorn and bottled water. Look for them in their PointMen t-shirts to find where to sit. Contact Lisa at lalexander@bumc.net for more information.
Thank You Annual Conference Volunteers! Thank you to all of the volunteers who gave their time during the Tennessee Annual Conference this past week. There were more than 75 people who worked as greeters and ushers, as parking lot attendants and shuttle drivers, at the Connection Point desk and in the Youth Café. We could not have pulled off such an event without your hospitality and service!
Weekly Announcements BUMC56 BRIDGE RETREAT
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.
SUMMER CHANCEL CHOIR Sundays, 10:30 am, Choir Room Join us as a summer singer in the 11:05 service. We will greet you with a robe and a smile! Contact James at jwells@bumc.net for more information.
VOLUNTEER THIS SUMMER Children’s Summer Sunday School Sundays through August 7, 9:30 am Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net.
Vacation Bible School June 27 – 30, 9:00 am - 12 noon Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net.
Registered Nurse Needed
We need licensed RNs to serve at VBS and Barefoot Republic Day Camp. Children will receive free registration as compensation. Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net.
CHILDREN’S SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
www.bumc.net/summer2016 Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net or Sarah at scage@bumc.net for more information. Barefoot Republic Camp and Little Feet Camp July 11 – 15, 9 am – 4 pm Barefoot Republic is Pre-K – 5th grade; cost is $275; Little Feet is 3 – Pre-K; cost is $200. Children’s Summer Sunday School Sundays through August 7, 9:30 am We will combine Sunday School classes for the summer. Stop by the Connection Point desk outside of the Chapel with any questions!
ALTAR FLOWER VASES NEEDED
The Altar Flower Ministry needs help replenishing vases for the weekly altar arrangements. You can bring vases to the Lost and Found area next to Memorial Chapel. Contact Julia at jtodd@bumc.net for more information.
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.
STUDENT MINISTRY AT LASER QUEST
Thursday, June 30, 7 - 9 pm, 166 2nd Ave N, Nashville Play laser tag with Student Ministry! Meet at Laser Quest at 6:45 or ride the bus from BUMC at 6 (limited seats available); cost is $20/person. Contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net for more information.
STUDENT MINISTRY “MISSION HERE” WEEK
Monday, June 27 – Thursday, June 30 Contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net to sign up.
Harvest Hands 9:15 - 11:15 am Harvest Hands is looking for Morning Mentors to assist the summer staff to complete reading enrichment activities. High School students only. 61st Avenue UMC 8:30 am - 12:00 noon We’ll be serving in Project Transformation’s reading program, reading one-on-one with elementary-aged kids to help them maintain reading skills. All grades welcome. BUMC VBS 8:30 am - 12:00 noon 7th-12th grade only. Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net to volunteer.
INTERNATIONAL MISSION TRIPS
Register online at www.bumc.net/MissionTrips or contact Jennifer at jhite@bumc.net Tlancualpican, Mexico September 9 – 18 Register by July 1. 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
THANK YOU FROM MISSIONS & OUTREACH
Many thanks to all the builders and helpers who participated in the Habitat for Humanity spring build events! It was a pleasure to serve alongside you and your families. The support and teamwork was energizing!
Our ministry partner in South Nashville
“Harvest Heights” Summer Camp
BUMC Week, July 11 – 14, 8:45 – 10:45 am or 12:20 – 2:20 pm Volunteer as an academic mentor or sports, arts, or science/technology leader with Harvest Hands’ Summer Camp. Contact Rev. Allison Gossett at agossett@ bumc.net to volunteer for BUMC week or another week of camp.
PAID POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Job descriptions and application at www.bumc.net/ employment. • 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