October 2 - 8, 2016 Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
COMMUNION OFFERING www.bumc.net/LoveInDeed
This month’s communion offering goes toward Love in Deed. Love in Deed is a new church-wide day of service on October 15. We are
inviting 800 people in our congregation to serve with local youth, pack meals and welcome home kits, donate clothes and household items, and train to respond to natural disasters. 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.
Love In Deed Ministry Highlight: Stop Hunger Now Stop Hunger Now is driven by the vision of a world without hunger. They provide food and life-changing aid to the world's most vulnerable populations and operate meal-packaging programs in 20 U.S. cities and six countries. In just under two hours, a group of 40 to 50 people can package 10,152 nutrient-rich meals for undernourished children. After meals are packaged, Stop Hunger Now distributes them through partner organizations in developing countries that encourage children to attend school, improve students' health and nutrition, address gender inequalities, stimulate economic growth, and combat child labor as well as other global issues.
Daytime Concert Series
Sponsored by
SUNNY DAY CONCERT www.bumc.net/Concerts Tuesday, October 11, 2:30 pm, BUMC Sanctuary Join the members of our Sunny Day Club and enjoy a free concert presented by Music for Seniors, featuring the harpistry duo Clara Warford and Samantha Schrecker. Sunny Day Club is a fellowship group for those who are experiencing the early stages of memory loss and provides respite for their caregivers. Contact Dr. Jeff Wilson at jwilson@bumc.net for more information.
SPIRITUAL GIFTS CLASSES www.bumc.net/MyGifts Have you ever thought about what your spiritual gifts are or how God might be calling you to use your gifts? Sign up for one of our many “Serving from the Heart” studies to learn how you’re gifted. We’re offering classes a variety of days and times to fit your schedule. Contact Carol at cbumbalough@bumc.net for more information. Tuesdays, October 18 – November 8 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Room A291 Thursdays, October 20 – November 10 9:30 – 11:30 am, Room A291 Saturday, October 29 8:30 am – 2:00 pm, Room A291 Sundays, October 23 & 30 -or- November 6 & 13 9:30 – 10:45 am, Chapel
Weekly Announcements CAREER TRANSITIONS
NEW SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES
Sundays, 9:30 am, locations vary We have two new Sunday School classes for people in all stages of life. Contact Carol at cbumbalough@ bumc.net or 615-324-7258 or stop by the Connection Point for more information. Bible to Life (all ages, single or married), Workroom For those with little or no Bible knowledge who want to learn and apply it to their lives Young Adults (single or married), Room A390 Engage deeper in Bible study, discuss currents events and build community with each other
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE
Sunday, October 9, 7:30 am – 12:30 pm BUMC Parking Lot Join us for the next Red Cross Blood Drive. Sign up for RapidPass to start the sign-in process at home before your donate. Visit www.redcrossblood.org/RapidPass to learn more.
Mondays, 6:30 pm, Haney Hall Join us for weekly presentations and networking between Nashville business professionals and those in-between jobs or looking for a career change. Contact Shannon at sgarrett@bumc.net or Mike Davis at mdavis2191@outlook.com for more information or visit www.bumc.net/Career.
CONNECTING COUPLES
Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Room B153B A 6-week class for married couples to enhance their relationship and explore conflict resolution as a unit, led by John Fite, PhD. Contact Regina at rgirten@ bumc.net for more information.
LIGHT BULB MOMENTS WOMEN’S STUDY
Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Tabernacle An 8-week women’s study over the book of Ephesians, led by Shawna Keller. Learn more at www.bumc.net/AdultClasses.
FESTIVAL OF CAROLS REHEARSAL
THE ART OF FORGIVING
Wednesdays, October 12–26, 6:30-8:00pm, A392 A three-week study of The Art of Forgiving by Lewis B. Smedes. Join us as we journey to the freedom and healing that comes from forgiveness. Cost is $15/ person; sign up at www.bumc.net/register. Contact Regina at rgirten@bumc.net for more information.
WOMEN'S MINISTRY FALL CRAFT EVENT
Tuesday, October 18, 6 pm, Room A182 Join us as we create fall décor, perfect for your home this season. Cost is $5/person; space is limited. Register online at www.bumc.net/register.
BOUNDARIES
Wednesdays beginning October 19 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Room B152B An 8-week study to learn a whole new way of successfully dealing with life’s challenges. Expand your freedom and improve relationships by learning how to set personal boundaries. Cost is $22/person; sign up at www.bumc.net/register. Contact Regina at rgirten@bumc.net for more information.
PAID POSITION AVAILABLE
Database Management Assistant: part-time, 25 hours per week; Brentwood campus. This position works directly with the Director of Systems & Database to maintain church management software. Apply online at www.bumc.net/employment.
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 pm, Choral Suite Be a festival singer with the Chancel Choir as we rehearse for the annual Festival of Carols on December 11. We will save you a seat and a robe! Contact James at jwells@bumc.net for more information.
ONPOINT MEN’S BIBLE STUDY
Thursdays, 6:30 am, Tabernacle Join the PointMen for a time of fellowship and spiritual conversation over chicken biscuits and coffee every Thursday morning. Learn more at www.bumc.net/PointMen.
Our ministry partner in South Nashville
EMPOWER 5K
Saturday, October 29, 8:30 am It’s time for the annual Empower 5K! Bring your whole family and get active while supporting Harvest Hands. Register online at empowerrun.racesonline.com; contact Mitchell Singer at mitchell@harvesthandscdc.com to volunteer for race day.
AFTERSCHOOL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
We need volunteers for each of our afterschool programs through the rest of the school year. Days and times vary; contact Rachel Gowen at rachel@harvesthandscdc.com for more information.
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 may now make prayer requests online at www.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. 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/Stephen Ministry 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/CaringMinistries Brentwood UMC • 309 Franklin Road • Brentwood, TN 37027 • 615-373-3663