Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
October 1 - 7, 2017
COMMUNION OFFERING
COMMUNION OFFERING: BENEVOLENCE MINISTRY This month's communion offering is for the Benevolence Ministry. The Benevolence Ministry provides emergency, short-term financial assistance for those both within our congregation and in our community; it also acts as a bridge to connect recipients with long-term support. You can give during communion in 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.
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
Sunday, October 8, 2-4 p.m., BUMC Front Lawn Pets bless our lives daily; let's give them a day to be blessed! Join us for the service of blessing, 2:30 – 2:45 p.m., then stick around for family fun with photo booths, crafts, and pet-friendly and human-friendly treats.
A SPIRITUAL PATH THROUGH ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
Monday, October 16, 11:30 a.m., Haney Hall Join us for lunch and a discussion with Carlen Maddux, author of "A Path Revealed," on how hope, love, and joy find us deep in a maze called Alzheimer's. Contact Dr. Jeff Wilson at jwilson@bumc.net to learn more. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register.
BREATHING SPACE: WOMEN'S RETREAT
October 20-22, Beersheba Springs Assembly Ladies, it's the last weekend to sign up for our fall retreat! Cost is $150/person (shared room). Sign up at www.bumc.net/WomensRetreat.
REFUEL www.bumc.net/Refuel
Wednesday, October 4, 5:30 p.m., Family Life Center Connect with God at Refuel! Enjoy dinner with the family, then stay to hear Rev. Allison Gossett teach and Lee and Herschel French share their faith story while kids and youth go to programs or childcare. Sign language interpretation and Facebook Live broadcast are available. RSVP for dinner by 12 p.m. Tuesday by contacting Paula at 615.373.3663 or pcryan@bumc.net –OR– visit www.bumc.net/Register. $5 for 12 and under; $10 for 13 and older ($30 max/family). Childcare available with registration. Weekly dinner menu is online.
LIVE WELL: EMOTIONAL WELLNESS THROUGH ANXIETY
LIVE WELL
Wednesdays beginning October 4, 6:30 – 8 p.m. Do you suffer from anxiety? Have you been told to "let go and let God"? Anxiety has biological causes and is not the result of an inability to "let go." This 5-week study gives you the opportunity to explore emotional wellness while giving and receiving encouragement. Contact Rev. Shebbie Shields at sshields@bumc.net or 615.324.7240 to learn more. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register.
Weekly Announcements
BUMCSM SMALL GROUP LEADERS
Sundays, 5-8 p.m. We have an urgent need for 5 small group leaders for the 2017-2018 school year! This weekly commitment not only impacts our students' spiritual formation, but yours as well. Contact Lee at lfrench@bumc.net to volunteer.
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Sunday, October 8, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Parking Lot Donate at BUMC to help save lives! To reduce the odds of being deferred, increase your intake of ironrich foods. Sign up ahead of time with the RapidPass app or online at www.redcrossblood.org/RapidPass.
BUMCSM LOCAL OUTREACH
Volunteer with BUMCSM for our after-school service opportunities, such as Harvest Hands or our new Refugee Life Ministry at Overton High School. Contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net to learn more.
VIRTUAL DEMENTIA TOUR
Thursday, October 19 & 26, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Sign up for a 10-minute virtual reality tour to experience the world around you in a completely different way and gain a clear perspective into the daily lives of those with dementia. Sign up at www.seniorhelpers.com/Nashville.
SOUTH AFRICA SPONSORSHIP DINNER
NEW TO BUMC?
Sunday, October 8, 12:15 p.m. Want to know more about who we are, what we believe, and how you can get connected in our community? Join us for lunch to find out what all BUMC has to offer. Registration is required. Contact Stephanie at ssmith@bumc.net to RSVP.
HEALING HOUSING HOPE TOURNAMENT
Thursday, October 26, 6 p.m., Haney Hall Join us to celebrate our partnership in South Africa with 3 different schools and Brentwood Society Church. Learn more about this ministry and being a sponsor. Sign up at www.bumc.net/SouthAfrica.
3RD GRADE BIBLE PRESENTATION (Milestone #4)
Monday, October 16, 7:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Join us at the Brentwood Country Club to play a round of golf while supporting Healing Housing's mission of hope for women in recovery. Register online at www.healinghousinggolf.com.
Sunday, October 29, all worship services 3rd graders will receive Bibles, followed by a family lunch. Your child can then get acquainted with their new Bible at Bible Blast on November 5, 12, and 19. Cost is $20 for the presentation and lunch, $10 for the class. Sign up at www.bumc.net/Register.
DAY SCHOOL FALL FESTIVAL
HARVEST HANDS VOLUNTEERS
Friday, October 20, 4:30 – 7:30 p.m., BUMC Parking Lot Join us at the Day School’s Fall Festival! Bring the kids for games, train rides, pony rides, a petting zoo, and more. Tickets are $10 and include dinner. Buy your tickets at the Day School office.
EMPLOYMENT AT BUMC
Volunteer to help with homework and art and sports activities! Commit to one hour (4-5 p.m. or 5-6 p.m.) per week for the semester. Contact Chartrice at chartrice@harvesthandscdc.com to learn more.
HARVEST HANDS INTERNS
Visit www.bumc.net/Employment to learn more. Adult Ministries Administrative Director (full-time) Seeking an organized self-starter with excellent organizational and relational skills, along with the ability to manage workflow and understand budgeting processes. Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of administrative experience preferred. CCF Assistant Lead Teacher (full-time) Seeking a teacher to provide a safe, loving, Christian environment for young children to foster intellectual, social, physical, emotional, and spiritual growth and development.
Mondays – Thursdays, 3 – 6:30 p.m.; Fridays, 3-5 p.m. Are you a college student who enjoys working with children? Intern with our elementary and middle school after-school programs! Contact Chartrice at chartrice@harvesthandscdc.com to learn more.
HONDURAS MISSION TRIP
January 20-27, 2018 Medical professionals and spiritual care providers, join us on a medical mission trip with local doctors and missionaries. Cost is $900 + airfare. Sign up at www.bumc.net/MissionTrips.
Support & Care in Difficult Times If you are in need of pastoral care, contact any of our pastors or schedule an appointment by calling Julia Todd at 615.324.7256. You can make prayer requests online at www.bumc.net/Prayer. Support Groups There are a wide range of support and encouragement groups for issues such as grief, career transitions, addictions, dementia & Alzheimer’s, cancer support, divorce and others. www.bumc.net/FindSupport Stephen Ministry A trained Stephen Minister meets with you confidentially to listen, care, pray, and help you find healing & wholeness. Call 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/CongregationalCare Brentwood UMC • 309 Franklin Road • Brentwood, TN 37027 • 615.373.3663