November 1 - 7, 2015 Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
“With All My Heart”: It’s Not Too Late to Make Your Commitment! Even if you missed worship last weekend, you can still make your commitment to God’s work through the ministries of Brentwood United Methodist Church. Estimate of Giving Cards are available in the pew racks in the Sanctuary and Chapel, or online at www.bumc.net/WithAllMyHeart. If you have missed any worship services this past month, you may listen to Davis’s sermons and view videos showing how our congregation’s generosity is transforming lives and communities. Visit www.bumc.net/WithAllMyHeart.
“Stop Hunger Now” Meal-Packing Party
HELP US PACK 100,000 MEALS 450 volunteers needed of all ages! (Childcare provided for children under 4)
Saturday, November 21, 9-11 am OR 1-3 pm We need 450 volunteers of all ages to pack 100,000 meals in two shifts of two hours each. These meals will be distributed to families and communities devastated by natural disasters and in developing countries across the globe. This is a fun, family-friendly event! Come help us make a difference! Register at www.bumc.net/hunger or stop by the tables in the Narthex.
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Second Sundays, 9:45 am &225 11:00 am; meets next on November 8 225 volunteers volunteers AM 1-3 PM Get a9-11 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. Perfect for recent visitors or for REGISTER TO PACK MEALS those who are considering church membership. Launching Point will meet on the second Sunday of events.StopHungerNow.org/BrentwoodUMC each month at 9:45 and again at 11 in Room 390. No registration necessary. www.bumc.net/launchingpoint. $2.90 = $29 = .29 = 1 MEAL
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The Village Monthly Preview Worship
$ MAKE A DONATION Sunday, November 15, 10 am at Sunset Middle School, 200 Sunset Trail, Nolensville Webigneed your help! 1) Every donation counts, or small, and together weattend can reach our goal of $29,000 for 100,000 meals!
as a show of support, 2) serve on our set-up team, or 3) work in our nursery or children’s area. Find out more at www.TheVillageNashville.com.
• events.StopHungerNow.org/BrentwoodUMC -- OR -• send check payable to Brentwood UMC memo line: Stop Hunger Now
Shopapalooza - The Ultimate Shopping Fest Wednesday, November 4, 9:30 – 7:00 pm, Haney Hall Support our Day School and get some great early Christmas shopping done. Over 40 vendors. No entry fee.
Questions? Visit www.bumc.net/HUNGER or contact Rebekah Scott Harbison, Missions and Outreach Department, at rharbison@bumc.net.
Parenting Event: Cyber Safety for Children & We will hold a brief called Charge Conference on Sunday, November 8 at 12:30 pm in room A291. Youth tonight at 5 pm in the Chapel.
Weekly Announcements All Saints Recognition Divorce Recovery Class Begins Wednesday, November 4, 6:30 – 8:00 pm Register at www.bumc.net/supportandeducation.
OnPoint Speaker Series for Men Thursdays through Nov. 12 at 6:30 am, Tabernacle November 5th Speaker: Brian Hicks, Founder, Harvest Hands
Advent Bible Study: “Awaiting the Already” A study led by Pastor Lane Davis Wednesday evenings, November 11 - December 9 6:15 to 7:30 pm. Register at www.bumc.net/register. Cost: $7. Childcare for infants-3 year olds.
Open House and Renovate the Warehouse Saturday, November 7, 10 am – 12 pm 155 Old Hermitage Ave, Nashville Join us to hear about new opportunities. Contact agossett@bumc.net. Upcoming Renovation Days: November 14 and 21, 8:30 to 12:30. Visit www.bumc.net/housing to sign up.
Breakthru Youth Winter Retreat (7th-12th grades) December 28 -31; Regular registration deadline is Sunday, November 8. Adults are needed as Small Group Leaders and behind the scenes help too. Questions? Contact Tatiana Liston at tliston@bumc.net.
UMW Holiday Market & Bake Sale Sunday, November 22 8:00 am – 12:30 pm, B149 & Breezeways Hand made crafts, delicious home baked goods, and a silent art auction will be highlights of this year’s Market. All proceeds benefit missions.
Family Advent Festival
Saturday, December 5, 9 am – noon For parents & grandparents with children up to age 6th grade. Register at www.bumc.net/register. Contact sspencer@bumc.net with questions or to volunteer.
Healthy Communication for Newlyweds Interested in a free series on healthy communication in a fun, encouraging environment led by Dr. John Fite? Email jtodd@bumc.net for more information.
Room in the Inn Dates still available for hosting : December 1 & 15. Contact Rev. Allison Gossett at agossett@bumc.net.
Paid Positions Available Director of Nursery and Childcare 30-hour/wk Director of Adult Discipleship Full-time Information at www.bumc.net/employment.
A rose is available to be taken home by a family member of the deceased. These are members of Brentwood United Methodist Church whose deaths have been recognized since All Saints Day, 2014. Dorothy Holland Ailey Charles Daniel Askew Helen P. Austin Eloise Darden Barker Josephine Marion Kemp Booker James Berdet Brown Wilma Faye Bryant Marianne Bates Clark Daniel Cooper Clements Jean Shearin Clements Johanna Chrostowski Andrew Dede Ewing Chadwell Drumright, Jr. Joyce M. Cooksy Fulton Byron Ray Hall Martha Jean Beck Harbsmeier Milton Frederick Harbsmeier Warren John August Hartman William Guy Hendren Abigail McLemore Hernandez Virginia Wilson Hill Thomas Berry Howard Phyllis Elaine Jager William Herman Jernigan, Jr. Estelle Lovell Jordan Frank Orr Keener Elisa Dawn Snell Kelley Herbert Norris Lee, Jr. Sara Miles Martin Nancy Ryan Mattox Charlotte Julia McCord Betty Neal McFall Margaret Ann Miller George Pierce Morris, Jr. Jim Norris Fay Patterson James Dennis Perkins David Charles Reber Clarence Edward “Pete” Schutt Jean Critchfield Smith Betty Gene Butler Strother Jere Wilson Trevathan Ruth Helen West Alan R. Williamson Russell Dean Wilmoth Hal Everett Wilson
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 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. bumc.net/FindSupport
Stephen Ministry Trained Stephen Ministers provide confidential, one-on-one Christian care. Call the confidential hotline: 615 577-4881. 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. bumc.net/CaringMinistries.