Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
October 22 - 28, 2017
SOUTH AFRICA SPONSORSHIP DINNER www.bumc.net/SouthAfrica Thursday, October 26, 6 p.m., Haney Hall Did you know our community currently sponsors 350 students and teachers through our 3 partnerships in South Africa with Brentwood Society Church, Thembelihle School, and Angel’s Care Primary School? We hope to increase our sponsorships to 370 for the 2017-2018 school year. Join us to celebrate our sponsorship program and growing ministries, while learning about the different ways you can get involved. Register by Monday, October 23, at www.bumc.net/SouthAfrica. Contact Regina Girten at rgirten@bumc.net to learn more.
SHOPAPALOOZA www.bumc.net/Shop November 8, 9:30 a.m. – 7 p.m., Haney Hall Our annual SHOPapalooza is coming up! Shop for unique and handmade items from more than 40 vendors while benefitting the BUMC Day School. Past vendors have included BUMC members and staff, as well as community vendors. Come get a head start on your Christmas shopping!
ROOM IN THE INN INFO SESSION www.bumc.net/RoomInTheInn Monday, October 23, 6:30 p.m., Room A292 Join us at an informational session to learn more about Room in the Inn, which provides safe lodging for the homeless community across Davidson and Williamson Counties during the winter months. Visit us at the table in the Narthex. Contact Scott Gardner at scottgardner.us@gmail.com to learn more.
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Weekly Announcements
SUNDAY NIGHT COUPLES CLASS
Sundays, 5:15 – 6:45 p.m., Buchanan House This class is for couples (30s-40s) who might attend the 9:45 service or have children in Sunday night activities and allows you to get connected in a community of faith and fellowship. Contact Amy Johnson at amykjohnson@gmail.com to learn more.
SUNNY DAY MEMORIAL SERVICE
Tuesday, October 24, 11:15 a.m., Sanctuary Join us as we honor and remember volunteers and members of the Sunny Day Club who have passed away in the past year.
REFUEL: HOMELESSNESS AND HOUSING
Wednesday, October 25, 5:30 p.m., Family Life Center This week, hear Rev. Toi King, Ingrid McIntyre, Kennetha Patterson, and Dr. Ron A. Kirsch speak on homelessness and the housing crisis in Nashville. RSVP for dinner by 12 p.m. Tuesday at www.bumc.net/Refuel.
ONPOINT: MEN'S BREAKFAST STUDY
Thursdays, 6:30 a.m., Tabernacle OnPoint is a time for men to grow in their faith over food and fellowship. Join us each week as we dive into the Word of God together. Contact Herschel at hfrench@bumc.net to learn more.
VIRTUAL DEMENTIA TOUR
Thursday, October 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.
3RD GRADE BIBLE PRESENTATION (Milestone #4)
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.
VOLUNTEER CAMERA OPERATORS
Join our Video Ministry team, tasked with recording Sunday morning worship services on a rotating basis. The schedule is flexible and based on the volunteer's availability. Training will be provided. Contact Jeff at jwood@bumc.net to volunteer.
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS RECAP
Thanks to everyone who participated in Blessing of the Animals last weekend! We had over 100 pets show up, along with plenty of people from both BUMC and the Greater Nashville community.
BUMCSM SMALL GROUP LEADERS
Sundays, 5-6:40 p.m. We have an urgent need for 4 middle school 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.
ENGLAND TOUR INFO SESSION
Thursday, November 16, 6:30 p.m., Room A291 Interested in traveling to England with Davis and Bishop Pennel? Learn about this Wesleyan heritage tour happening July 10-18, 2018. Optional Ireland extension available. Contact Mary Linda MelnykMattox at mlmelnyk@comcast.net to learn more.
HARVEST HANDS VOLUNTEERS
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
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.
CYMT RECEIVES LILLY ENDOWMENT GRANT
The ministry of CYMT has been blessed by a $1.1 million grant from Lilly Endowment, Inc. to further its mission of equipping youth ministers and churches to develop theologically informed and practically effective youth ministries. Contact Anna Kathryn Simmons at annakathryn@cymt.org to learn more.
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