May 22 - 28, 2016 Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
What’s Your Story? 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? Go to www.bumc.net/MyStory or contact Rebekah at rharbison@bumc.net for more information.
Missions & Outreach Summer Opportunities www.bumc.net/DailyOutreach Project Transformation June 13 – 16, 9:15 am – 12:15 pm, 61st Ave UMC Volunteer as a mentor to help elementary-aged students improve or sustain their reading level over the summer. Contact Jackie Shields at docshields@comcast.net for more information or to sign up. Harvest Hands Summer Camp July 11 – 14, 8:45 – 10:45 am or 12:20 – 2:20 pm Volunteer as an academic mentor each morning or as a leader for sports, arts, or science and technology each afternoon. Contact Rev. Allison Gossett at agossett@bumc.net for more information or to sign up.
Children’s Summer Sunday School www.bumc.net/Children Sundays, June 5 through August 7 Volunteer as a summer Sunday School leader! Commit to a single Sunday or volunteer as many times as you’d like; curriculum is provided. Volunteers in all stages of life are welcome (must be 18 or older). Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net for more information.
Youth Summer Sunday School www.bumcsm.net Sundays, May 29 – August 7, 9:30 – 10:45 am, Tabernacle This summer we’ll be studying the Beatitudes as recorded in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus’ longest teaching. All 7th-12th will be combined for games, activities, teachings, and small group discussions!
Weekly Announcements “HALF-TRUTHS” BOOK STUDY by Adam Hamilton 4LIFE SERIES
Wednesdays, June 1-8, 6:00 - 7:30 pm, Room A389 4Life is a class tailored specifically for those who are newer to BUMC and interested in learning more about “making disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.” No need to register. Contact Shelby at shenson@bumc.net for more information.
HOME TEAM TAILGATE
Sunday, June 5, 9 – 10 am, by the Boy Scout Statue Join us for hot coffee, refreshments and fellowship! Contact Mike Schenck at mschenck87@gmail.com for more information.
SUMMER WOMEN’S BOOK STUDY
Wednesday, June 8, 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Room A291 Stay plugged in this summer with our monthly book study of “The Best Yes” by New York Times bestselling author Lysa Terkeurst. Light supper served; childcare available with advanced notice; cost is $11/book.
CONNECTING COUPLES Wednesday, 6:30 – 7:30 pm, Room B153B May 25 topic: “Turning Conflict Into Connection: Repair Made Easy.” This will be our last meeting before summer break. Contact Rev. Shebbie Shields at sshields@bumc.net for more information.
CHILDREN’S SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES
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 Join us for “Cave Quest: Following Jesus the Light of the World!” Pre-K – 4th grade; cost is $10/child until May 31. Adult volunteers needed. Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net to volunteer. Barefoot Republic Camp and Little Feet Camp July 11 – 15, 9 am – 4 pm Barefoot Republic Camp is for children Pre-K – 5th grade, led by Barefoot Republic staff; cost is $250. Little Feet Camp is for children 3 – Pre-K, led by BUMC staff and volunteers; cost is $200. Our ministry partner in South Nashville
Harvest Hands Summer Opportunities
Items needed by June 3: fishing poles, tents, hiking backpacks, tackle boxes, walking sticks, camping equipment, bug spray and sunscreen. Contact Tre Dunn at tre@harvesthandscdc.com to volunteer or donate.
Harvest Hands KaBoom! Playground Build
Thursday, June 2, 8 am – 5 pm We need volunteers to help with Prep Day for our KaBoom! build. Contact Jessica Holman at Jessica@ harvesthandscdc.com for more information.
Sundays, June 19, June 26, July 10, July 17 9:45 – 10:45 am, Chapel Led by Carol Bumbalough. A study of some halftruths we think are taught in scripture but really aren’t. No registration required. Visit www.bumc.net/ AdultClasses for more information.
VOLUNTEER THIS SUMMER Tennessee Annual Conference Sunday, June 12 – Wednesday, June 15, BUMC Help us provide excellent hospitality for the United Methodist Tennessee Conference! Welcome Desk, Parking Lot Greeters & Shuttle Drivers Contact Jennie at jstockard@bumc.net Youth Café Workers Youth and adults, we need your help in the café during Annual Conference! Contact Rosanne at rschenck@bumc.net to volunteer.
Vacation Bible School Monday, June 27 – Thursday, June 30 Adults and youth, we need your gifts and talents at VBS this summer! Volunteer to lead small groups, work rotation stations, or set up decorations. Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net to volunteer.
2016 STUDENT HIGH SCHOOL MISSION TRIP
www.bumc.net/register New Orleans June 19 - 24 (9th - 12th grade) Freshmen through seniors, serve in New Orleans with us! Adult chaperones are needed. Contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net.
STUDENT MINISTRY “MISSION HERE” WEEK
Monday, June 27 – Thursday, June 30 Contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net to sign up. Harvest Hands 8:45 - 10:45 am Assist summer staff with enrichment games and activities. BUMC VBS 8:30 am - 12:00 noon Guide children through Cave Quest activities. 61st Avenue UMC 8:30 am - 12:00 noon Assist Project Transformation by reading with children.
COMMUNION SERVERS NEEDED
Communion server volunteers are needed for our homebound ministry team. If you are willing to deliver communion to persons unable to attend church services, contact Julie at jdonley@bumc.net or 615-324-7254.
PAID POSITION AVAILABLE
Assistant Lead Teacher for Toddler 1 Class (2 year olds), Center for Children and Families; full-time, 40 hours per week. Job description and application at www.bumc. net/employment or email hr@bumc.net.
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