BEAM - Nov 30 Issue

THE BEAM A publication of Brentwood United Methodist Church

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Advent Christmas

Serving Others During Advent More Opportunities and Details on Page 3

November 30 - December 6, 2014

Music & Worship www.bumc.net/advent Advent Sermon Series: “Wishful Thinking”

A Journey of Hope & Anticipation Weekends, November 29/30 - December 20/21 Saturdays @ 6 pm Sundays @ 8:15, 9:45 & 11:05 am

AIDS Angel Tree - through December 14 Help provide a merrier Christmas for a child whose life is impacted by AIDS. Select an angel ornament from the tree in the Narthex, purchase gifts, and return by noon on December 14. Contact Sue Van Dyke at s.van.dyke@comcast.net for more info.

The Manger of Graceworks Needed: new, very gently used gift items, cash for gift purchases, or gift cards.

• Place gifts in the POD (by the Counseling Center).

• Monetary donations (memo “the Manger”) and gift cards can be turned in to the Missions and Outreach Office or mailed to the church to the Attention of Missions and Outreach.

Family Advent Event Saturday, December 6 9:30 – 11:00 am in the Chapel Make some memories at this annual event where you and your kids can enjoy making a family Advent wreath and several crafts, and assembling soup mix for missions. Cost is $10 per family. Register at bumc.net/register.

Shopping Shuttle To show our hospitality to the Brentwood community, we’re encouraging Brentwood Place shoppers to use our lot for overflow parking on December 13 & 20.

Help us spread the word!

• Evangelism and Hospitality volunteers will shuttle shoppers to the Kroger Shopping Center, 11 am to 5 pm on Saturdays, December 13 & 20.

• Shoppers will receive a schedule of our Advent activities and an invitation to attend.

What does it mean to be “ALL IN” as a man and a follower of Christ in every stage of life?

See inside for details.

January 16-18, 2015 @ Beersheba Springs Assembly

Youth Choirs Concerts

“We Seek the Light” Sunday, November 30 3:30, 5:00, and 7:00 pm | Narthex Don’t miss this BUMC tradition to begin our Advent season. Over 200 students, grades 6-12, will share the beauty of the season through music.

Music City Bronze Handbell Concert Sunday, December 7 @ 4 pm (Chapel)

David Hampton Christmas Piano Concert “Comfort & Joy” Sunday, December 7 @ 6:30 pm (Sanctuary)

Children’s Choir Concert

Wednesday, December 10 @ 6:30 pm (Sanctuary)

Festival of Carols

Featuring John Rutter’s “Gloria” by the Chancel Choir and Orchestra @ Brentwood, and the music of the BUMC Ringers and Alleluia Choir (5th & 6th) Sunday, December 14 @ 7 pm (Sanctuary) The Longest Night: a service of healing & hope Sunday, December 21 @ 6:30 pm (Sanctuary) Christmas Eve Candles & Communion Brentwood UMC Campus 2 pm.... Contemporary with Worship Band 4 pm.... Traditional Music & Worship

Simultaneous live service with sermon via

video (Chapel) 6, 8, & 11 pm...... Traditional Music & Worship Trinity Church (A Campus of Brentwood UMC @ Spring Hill) 3011 Longford Dr., Spring Hill Carols, Candlelight, and Communion 3 pm.... Children’s Pageant 5 pm.... Christmas Eve Message

STUDENTS 7th - 12th Grades

Sunday, November 30 9:30 am Sunday School 7th - 8th – Room A182 9th - 12th – Tabernacle 10th - 12th Church Now 3:30, 5:00, 7:00 pm Youth-led Advent Concerts in the Narthex Monday, December 1 3:30 pm Meet at BUMC to carpool to Harvest Hands Tuesday, December 2 6:15 pm Meet at BUMC to carpool to RITI game night Wednesday, December 3 NO Tutoring at 61st Ave. or Youth Bible Studies Sunday, December 7 9:30 am 7th-12th Sunday School

– Tabernacle 9:30 am 10th-12th Church Now 4:15 –8 pm Progressive Dinner

(registration required) Combined 7th-12th Sunday School For Advent in the Tabernacle, November 30 – December 21 (no Sunday School on Dec. 28). Games, Christmas music, worship, teaching, and interacting with ALL grades!

Service Opportunities There are lots of opportunities for service and missions leading to Christmas, we hope you’ll make it a priority to find at least one way to serve as a family this Advent Season!

Youth Confirmation for anyone in 7th-12th grade who has not gone through Confirmation before. It will run January - April on Wednesday nights. To register or for more info contact Rosanne at rschenck@bumc.net.

Breakthru Adults are STILL needed to serve as Small Group Leaders or Support Staff (behind the scenes responsibilities). Questions? Contact Lindsay at lbrooks@bumc.net.

Bahamas High School Mission Trip 4 spots opened up, if you’re interested, please email ASAP. March 14-20 for 9th-12th grades.

Blood Drive Sunday, December 14, 7:30 am – 12:30 pm TWO buses will be available! To help reduce the number of deferred donors and reach our goal of 40 units, please increase your intake of iron-rich foods to reduce the chance of being deferred due to a low hemoglobin level. Please call Brenda Duncan (373-5637) for more information.

Class to Reduce Falls in Older Adults Our first “ Stepping On” class, an evidence-based seven-week program to reduce falls risk in older adults, is wrapping up this week. We will be able to offer another class after the first of the year if there is interest. If you would like more information about “Stepping On” or would like to register for a future class, please contact Patty Norem at 465-5350 or Pat Flemming at 516-7185.

ALL IN Men’s Retreat: What does it mean to be “ALL IN” as a man and a follower of Christ in every stage of life? Join us MLK weekend (January 16-18, 2015) at Beersheba Springs Assembly for this unique retreat designed to help men answer that questions! Cost: $150 (before December 7). Price increases to $175 after that date. Register online at www.bumc.net/PointMen. Retreat sponsored by BUMC Point Men. Single Adult Ministry All activities are open to the public. Register for events and complimentary childcare at www.bumc.net/SinglesCalendar. Contact 324-7256 or mmcinnis@bumc.net.

Divorce Recovery Rebuild life on a solid foundation! Wednesdays, January 14 – February 18 @ 6:30-8:00 pm in Room B152-A. Cost: $30 Boundaries What are boundaries? Why do I need them? Wednesdays, January 7 – February 25 @ 6:30-8:00 pm in Room B153-A. Cost: $20 Single & Parenting Weds., Jan. 28 – Apr. 22, 6:30-8:00 pm in Room B152-B

Adult Studies ONE BIG SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS: Join us during Advent (Nov 30-Dec 21).

Coffee and Study Downstairs below the Sanctuary - come and experience Sunday morning fellowship! Join us as we spend 4 weeks thinking about the Life and Birth of Christ from Mary’s point of view. Our study will be a walk backwards, from the Cross back to that night in Bethlehem. Her journey is like any parent’s—and yet so much more. I hope you’ll join us. Led by Judith Bone, Director of Adult Discipleship Christian Believer: Knowing God with Heart and Mind Begins Sunday, January 11, 2015 6:00-8:00 pm; Led by Lonnie Liston This 30-week study helps us understand when, how and why the elements of faith and doctrine we use today were developed. Scripture, the writers of ancient and modern Christian authors and videos presentation by Bible scholars make this an essential and vibrant study. Study runs January to May and August to December with a summer break. Register online at www.bumc.net/register.

We Need You! Valet Volunteers Needed Phil Williams has a small group of great volunteers helping him with Valet Parking, but he’s looking for a few more. Please contact him if you’d like to volunteer some kindhearted assistance to those who need a little extra help on Sunday mornings. Contact Phil.Williams@ppdi.com or 430-0409.

Handyman Ministry Persons needed who are handy around the home and would like to use your talents in helping those in need of these services in Williamson Co. and South Nashville (Harvest Hands Community). Contact Allen Deaver, adeaver@ taylorspharmacy.com or 407-808-1149.

BUMC Kids Sunday School Do you enjoy music and technology? Are you energetic and enjoy being around kids? Then BUMC Kids Ministry needs you on Sunday mornings at 9:30. We are looking for musicians, singers and those who are gifted with computer technology to help monitor sound and run the slide presentation. Ages 10th grade and up. Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net.

Missions & Outreach For more info on all missions call David Ssebulime at 324-7222.

Register to Volunteer or Donate to the Manger The Manger is a shopping opportunity for families that would not be able to provide gifts for their family members. We will be collecting new or very gently used gift items in the POD near the Counseling Center behind the church. For more information about this project and how to volunteer, visit www.bumc.net/localimpact or contact Denise Long at deniselong5@aol.com.

AIDS Angel Tree Begins Today!

Visit the table in the Children’s Breezeway to pick a tag for a child whose family has been affected by HIV/AIDS that would otherwise not receive gifts this year. We have 300 children represented through our Angel Tree and would like to see each child cared for this Christmas! Gifts need to be returned no later than noon on December 14.

Other Advent Serving Opportunities Visit www.bumc.net/localimpact for more information about each opportunity, who to contact for specific details, and to register. Please consider how you will impact the lives of our neighbors this holiday season!

• Alternative Gift Giving Through December 21 Visit bumc.net/alternative to find out all the ways to give and to download an order form. For more information, contact Shirley Paris at s.paris@aol.com or Jan Knight at jrkx2@comcast.net.

• Christmas Baskets December 19 and 20 We have 56 baskets sponsored with 294 more to reach our goal of 350. Complete the form below to donate today! Contact Erika at Erika.Neumann@msn.com.

CHILDREN

Infants - 6th Grade Sunday, November 30 Nursery 8am to 12pm for infants - 3 years.

Sunday Mornings At all worship services: Godly Play for Ages 3yrs (as of 8/15/14) to Pre-Kind. in Rm C318. All Children must be Bathroom Trained.

9:30 am Sunday school

for all ages Family Advent Event Join us for our annual Family Advent Event on Saturday, December 6th, 9:30 - 11 am.

All ages are welcome. Cost is $10 per family. Register at www.bumc.net/register.

BUMC 56 5th & 6th Grades Sunday, November 30 Sunday School 9:30 - 10:45 am Check in at Room 205

Room in the Inn We need host groups for the following nights: December 19, February 13, March 17 and March 24. For more information visit www.bumc.net /localimpact, once there you can choose a night to host or contact Scott Gardner at scottgardner.us@gmail. com for more information. .

Youth Advent Concerts We hope you will come hear the 6th Grade Alleluia Choir sing in the Youth Advent Concerts at 3:30, 5:00, or 7:00 pm in the Narthex!

Harvest Hands (www.harvesthandscdc.com)

Last Extra Mile Wednesday, December 3 6:15 - 7:30 pm

Donations and Sponsorships for Christmas Store We are looking for individuals, families, and classes to support our annual Christmas Store. This is an opportunity for the families connected to our programs to shop for nice and affordable Christmas gifts. We are seeking $100 sponsorships OR you can request a shopping list and drop off the gifts at the Harvest Hands Office (1224 Martin St., 37203, 2nd Floor). Contact Abby at abby@harvesthandscdc.com or 615-499-4963 to request a list. Sponsorship checks can be mailed to 424 Humphreys St, 37203.

Basketball and Cheerleading Coaches Needed This is a twice-a-week commitment with practices being on either Monday or Thursday nights beginning January 12 and games each Saturday morning beginning January 24 through February 28. If you’re interested in coaching please contact Jessica Mooney at jessica@harvesthandscdc.com or 615-499-4963.

Hwy 56 Christmas Party Sunday, December 7 5:00 - 6:30pm in the Family Life Center Confirmation 2015 Confirmation for 6th graders begin January 11! Registration for Confirmation 2015 for 6th graders is available online at www.bumc.net/register.

Email Maggie for more info mjarrell@bumc.net.

christmas poinsettias & food baskets

Honor a loved one by placing a beautiful poinsettia on the altar or purchasing a food basket.

c POINSETTIA - $15 (deadline 12/11)

In Memory Of

c FOOD BASKET - $75

Given By

(deadline 12/11)

In Honor Of

Place order form along with your payment in the offering plate.

Given By

You may order and pay for poinsettias and food baskets online at www.bumc.net/register.

Brentwood

UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

309 Franklin Road Brentwood, Tn 37027 615-373-3663 www.bumc.net

WORSHIP Saturday Evening 6:00 pm Casual Traditional Worship in the Chapel Sunday Morning 8:15 am Traditional/Blended Worship with Youth Choir 9:30 am Classes for Children, Students, and Adults

9:45 am Contemporary Worship with Worship Band 11:00 am Classes for Children and Adults 11:05 am Traditional Worship with Adult Chancel Choir

TRINITY CHURCH 3011 Longford Drive Spring Hill, TN 37174 Sundays 9:00 am Traditional Worship 10:30 am Contemporary Worship

WORSHIP ATTENDANCE November November22/23 22/23 2,198 2,198

CARING MINISTRIES is for all persons in our community. If you are in need of pastoral care, please contact Julie Donley at 615-324-7254.

Emergency, after hours Pastor-On-Call: 615-969-3086 Spiritual Counseling with Pastors Contact: Julie Donley, 324-7254, jdonley@bumc.net

Adoption Support & Orphan Ministry Contact: Stephanie Walton, 891-2690

HOSPITAL VISITATION AT BUMC

Cancer Support: Partners in Hope Contact: Jeanetta Fargo, 339-4415 ejaefargo@comcast.net

The Pastoral Staff of BUMC visits area hospitals on a regular and rotating basis.

Hospitals do not inform the church when its members are admitted. Please let the church know if you (or a family member) are hospitalized by contacting Julie Donley, jdonley@bumc.net, 615-324-7254.

Domestic Abuse Contact: Caroline Beavers, 371-2550.

GROUPS

Email 24/7 Intercessory Prayer Team Contact: Bill Fleenor, bfleenor@outlook.com Emergency Financial & Food Assistance Contact: Allison Gossett, 373-3663, ext. 255, agossett@bumc.net Encouragement Cards: GraceNotes Contact: Erin Racine, eracine@bumc.net Financial Coaching Contact: Rev. Laura Brantley, lbrantley@bumc.net Home-centered Visitation Contact: Rev. Allison Fasig, afasig@bumc.net Home Health Product Assistance Contact: Scottish Rite, 259-3434 Inclusivity Ministry Contact: Rev. Erin Racine, eracine@bumc.net Infertility Support Contact: Gretchen Voyles, gvoyles98@hotmail.com Memory Loss Caregiver Respite: Sunny Day Club Contact: Katie Anderson, 370-9467 Patient Advocate Ministry Contact: Dottie Campbell, 414-5955 dcampbell@bumc.net Short-term Meals: Fishes & Loaves Contact: Katie Winstead katie_winstead@yahoo.com

Brentwood United Methodist Church Counseling Center for children, youth & families. www.bumc.net/counselingcenter It is home to experts in helping families and individuals resolve real life problems.

AA Groups 1 pm, Monday-Sunday, BH 102 9 am, Monday (For Women Only), BH102 8:30 am, Tuesday & Thursday, BH102 7 pm, Tuesday & Thursday, BH201 7 pm, Friday (For Men Only), BH 101 11:30 am, Monday - Friday BH102 Adult ADHD/ADD Support Group 1st & 3rd Mondays, 6:30 pm, A392 Contact: Terry Huff, 627-4191 Adult ADHD/ADD Spouse Workshops Contact: Terry Huff, 627-4191 Al-Anon Tuesdays, 7 pm, Buchanan House 102 Contact: Ken M., 579-4272 Alzheimer’s Contact: Barbara Jones, 373-1941 or Sue Dill, 970-8393 Career Transitions Each Monday, 6:30 pm - Haney Hall Contact: Hal Hassall, 972-5119 CoDA Each Thursday, 6:30 pm - BH 102 Contact: Tom B., 308-1041 Divorce Recovery Contact: Shebbie Shields, 324-7240 Grief Support Contact: Alive Hospice, 963-4732.

Rev. Laura Brantley, lbrantley@bumc.net MS Self Help Contact: Sandie Mountz, 376-5395.

Sometimes it’s hard to ask for help…

If you are going through a difficult time, a Stephen Minister can bring God’s warm love back into your life through their one on one confidential care. Call Sheryl at 373-3690 ext.394 or Rev. Allison Fasig at 373-3663. Stephen Ministers are available each Sunday between worship services if you need someone to listen.