Weekly Announcements - Nov 6

November 6 - 112, 2016 Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World

STEWARDSHIP BOOKLETS IN THE NARTHEX CONNECT. PREPARE. SEND.

Pick up a stewardship booklet for your family at the tables in the Narthex.

These booklets share stories from BUMC members and highlight the impact our ministry areas are making in the community and around the world.

Please only take one book per family.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS CLASSES www.bumc.net/MyGifts Sundays, November 6 & 13 | 9:30 – 10:45 am, Chapel Join us for our final “Serving from the Heart” classes. No registration necessary, just show up and learn how you’re gifted! Contact Carol at cbumbalough@bumc.net.

SHOPAPALOOZA www.bumc.net/Shop Wednesday, November 9, 9:30 am – 7:00 pm, Haney Hall Join us for the BUMC Day School’s annual SHOPapalooza. There will be 40+ local vendors selling unique and handmade items. Get a head start on Christmas shopping for friends and loved ones. No admission fee; bring a friend! Contact bumcshop@gmail.com for more information.

ALL SAINTS DAY

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 recongized since All Saints Day 2015.

Marvin Wayne Bartels Cynthia Felker Batte Eileen E. Carpenter Bernstorf Waymon Byron Berry Linwood Brett Ryan Keith Brown Wimberly Pearson Cannon Robert Mack Caruthers Faye Martin Clark Keith Eugene Corbin, Sr. Julian C. Cornett Thomas Lee Cunningham Phillip Mitchell Davis Janet Feaster Degler Lois Jeffery Doty

Thelma Cutrell Drumright Imogene McClain Durrenberger Doris Imogene Estes Roger Hayden Fussell Barbara Jean Wright Gatten Alexander Owen Hartness James Gardner Haywood Lucille B. Haywood Patsy Ann Shrader Higgins Patricia Joyce Hoch Pamela B. Jean Glenn Richard King, Sr. Paul Eldon Kingsborough Barbara Ellen Frye Knott Mildred Sue Littleton

Sam G. Littleton Elizabeth Utterback Massey Thomas David McAnulty Helen Schutt Mitchell Nell Carden Moore Gregory Mark Morrow Beatrice Daniel Pardue Marie Nixon Reed Josephine Tucker Rush Joseph Tiratto George Weicker Brenda Lee Woolems C. Richard Zartman

Weekly Announcements FAMILY ADVENT FESTIVAL

ROOM IN THE INN

Bins are in the Narthex to collect warm clothing for our guests at Room in the Inn. Contact Jennifer at jhite@bumc.net for more information.

LEADERSHIP BUMC

Nominations due November 14 Leadership BUMC prepares future church leaders through a training and education program.

Nominations are now being accepted for the Spring 2017 class. Contact Rev. Lane Davis at ldavis@bumc.net or Susan Graham at susangraham615@comcast.net for more information.

OLDER ADULT SEMINAR

Thursday, November 17, 8:45 am - 12:00 pm, Haney Hall Join us for "End of Life: Peaceful Preparations" to learn about practical, financial and theological applications to end of life planning. This class is led by Dr. Jeff Wilson, Carol Austin, Tim Roberson and Scott Thompson. Sign up at www.bumc.net/register.

Contact Julia at jtodd@bumc.net or 615-324-7256 for more information.

CELEBRATION WEEKEND

November 19 & 20, all services We invite those considering church membership to make BUMC their home on Celebration Weekend.

As we celebrate our individual and communal commitments to the church, we also want to celebrate our growing community. Contact Rev. Allison Fasig at afasig@bumc.net or 615-324-7243 for more information on membership.

2017 MISSION TRIPS

Visit www.bumc.net/MissionTrips or contact Jennifer at jhite@bumc.net for more information.

Jacmel, Haiti January 2-7 Work with Restore Haiti at VBS, in the clinic, and on painting projects Tegucigalpa, Honduras January 21-28 Medical mission trip to assist with the medical needs of various communities and to support The Hands of Christ Women's Hospital

CONFIRMATION (Milestone #5)

January 8 – April 30, 2017 Confirmation gives 6th graders the opportunity to explore Christian faith and make a commitment to discipleship. Early bird registration is open now until December 9; general registration closes January 1. Sign up online at www.bumc.net/register. Contact Maggie mjarrell@bumc.net for more information.

Saturday, December 3, 9:30 – 11:30 am Family Life Center Families with children up to 6th grade are invited to celebrate the Advent season with the Children’s Ministry. The festival will include traditional activities, as well as new favorites for your family to celebrate the true meaning of the season. Cost is $20/family. Sign up online at www.bumc.net/register. Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net for more information.

FAMILY ADVENT FESTIVAL VOLUNTEERS

Saturday, December 3, 9 am – 12 noon Family Life Center We are recruiting adult and youth volunteers to help with set up, clean up, craft stations and serving refreshments. Sign up as an individual or a group.

Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net to volunteer.

BUMCSM PROGRESSIVE DINNER

Sunday, December 4, 4 – 8 pm, BUMC All 7th – 12th graders are invited to join us for a night of fun and fellowship. We’ll dine our way from house to house, from appetizers through dessert! Cost is $10/person; sign up online at www.bumc.net/register.

Contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net.

BREAKTHRU WINTER RETREAT

December 28 – 31, Springville Camp, Odenville, AL Join 200 of your closest BUMCSM friends on our biggest trip of the year! Registration closes November 13. Sign up online at www.bumc.net/ register and bring a friend. Contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net for more information.

ENDEAVOR: MEN’S RETREAT

January 13 – 15, 2017, Beersheba Springs Assembly Join fellow BUMC men at Endeavor, featuring guest speaker Rev. Matt Tuggle from Highland Park UMC in Dallas, Texas. Contact Shelby at shenson@bumc.net for more information.

Our ministry partner in South Nashville

HARVEST HANDS PRE-K PROGRAM

Mondays – Fridays, 2:00 – 4:30 pm Harvest Hands is looking for volunteers to assist with their Pre-K program. Contact Jessica Holman at jessica@harvesthandscdc.com or 615-499-4963 for more information.

christmas poinsettias & food baskets order form Honor a loved one by placing a beautiful poinsettia on the altar or sponsoring a food basket. Deadline is December 11.

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

Poinsettia - $15

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