June 5 - 11, 2016 Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
Communion Offering www.bumc.net/MyAccess The communion offering will go toward the BUMC Prison Ministry and Community Outreach Ministries. BUMC’s Prison Ministry makes disciples through relationships with men and women who are incarcerated or returning to free society. Community Outreach Ministries offers help, hope and healing to the broken and wounded of the Franklin community. You can give during the service through the offering plates or text BUMCCOM and a dollar amount to 28950 (ex. BUMCCOM 50). If this is your first time giving through text, you will receive a text back with information on how to register.
Called Charge Conference There will be a called Charge Conference on Sunday, June 5 at 12:30 pm in Room A291 to elect church leaders for the coming year.
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 new sermon series, we will be 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.
Jubilation Choir Send-Off Concert www.bumc.net/JubiTour Sunday, June 5, 4 pm, Sanctuary Help send off our 7th – 9th grade Jubilation Choir as they travel to St. Louis, MO, June 6-10. They will visit retirement communities, juvenile facilities and homeless shelters to sing and share God’s blessings with each resident. The concert will include a guest choir, the Pensacola Children’s Chorus.
Red Cross Blood Drive www.RedCrossBlood.org Sunday, June 12, 7:30 am – 12:30 pm Help us reach our goal of 40 units of blood for the American Red Cross. To reduce the number of deferred donors, please increase your intake of iron-rich foods to reduce the chance of a low hemoglobin level. Call Brenda Duncan at 615-373-5637 for 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.
Weekly Announcements CHILDREN’S SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
SUMMER WOMEN’S BOOK STUDY
Wednesday, June 8, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Room A291 Book study of “The Best Yes” by author Lysa Terkurst. Light supper served; childcare available with advanced notice; cost is $11/book.
4LIFE SERIES www.bumc.net/AdultClasses
Wednesday, June 8, 6:00 – 7:30 pm, Room A389 4Life is a class tailored specifically to those who are newer to BUMC and interested in learning more about “making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.” No registration required. Contact Shelby at shenson@bumc.net for more information.
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 Tennessee Annual Conference June 12 – 15 Parking Lot Greeters & Shuttle Drivers Contact Jennie at jstockard@bumc.net Youth Café Workers Contact Rosanne at rschenck@bumc.net to volunteer.
Children’s Summer Sunday School Sundays, June 5 - August 7, 9:30 am Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net.
Project Transformation June 13 - 16, 9:15 am – 12:15 pm, 61st Ave UMC Contact Jackie Shields at docshields@comcast.net.
Vacation Bible School June 27 – 30, 9:00 am - 12 noon Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net to volunteer.
www.bumc.net/summer2016 Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net or Sarah at scage@bumc.net for more information. Vacation Bible School June 27 – 30, 9 am – 12 noon Pre-K – 4th grade; cost is $15/child until June 15. 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. BUMC56 Bridge Retreat July 28 - 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. Contact Maggie at mjarrell@bumc.net or visit bumc.net/summer2016 for more information. Children’s Summer Sunday School Sundays, June 5 – August 7, 9:30 am We will combine Sunday School classes for the summer. Check your email for information from Children’s Ministry staff regarding when and where to drop off/pick up your child during Sunday School, or stop by the Connection Point desk outside of the Chapel with any questions!
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.
BUMC FOUNDATION 2016 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS 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. Academic mentors serve in the morning; science, arts, or science/technology leaders serve in the afternoon. Contact Rev. Allison Gossett at agossett@ bumc.net to volunteer for BUMC week or another week of camp.
The BUMC Foundation is pleased to announce the 2016 high school graduate recipients of the $1000 BUMC Scholarships: Alexandria Aaron, Cristina De La Rosa, Caroline Enright, Charlie Tate, and Emily Wiseman. Congratulations to all of our graduates!
PAID POSITIONS AVAILABLE
There are multiple employment opportunities available at the BUMC campuses, including Director of Youth Ministry at Trinity and Facilities Ministry Staff at Brentwood. Visit www.bumc.net/employment or email hr@bumc.net for more information.
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