October 30 - November 5, 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.
COMMUNION
Offering
COMMUNION OFFERING www.bumc.net/MyAccess This month’s communion offering goes toward Healing Housing. The mission of Healing Housing is to provide healing to women who are recovering from addiction. Your gift will go toward purchasing a living space to house women while educating them on addiction, supporting them through recovery, and preparing them to return to society with the faith, motivation and skills needed to live independently and positively contribute to their community. Ways to give: • during communion in the offering plates • online at www.bumc.net/MyAccess • 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
SPIRITUAL GIFTS CLASSES www.bumc.net/MyGifts Sunday, October 30 | 9:30 - 10:45 am, Memorial Chapel 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/Shopapalooza Wednesday, November 9, 9:30 am – 7:00 pm, BUMC 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.
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Weekly Announcements FAMILY ADVENT FESTIVAL
ROOM IN THE INN
Begins November 1 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.
SUNNY DAY MEMORIAL SERVICE
Tuesday, November 1, 11:15 am, BUMC Sanctuary This annual service honors members of Sunny Day who have passed away.
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 615-969-3086 for more information on membership.
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. The last OnPoint for the fall is November 3. Learn more at www.bumc.net/PointMen.
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.
PAID POSITION AVAILABLE
Apply online at www.bumc.net/employment Children’s Ministry Administrative Assistant: full-time, 40 hours/week; Brentwood campus. This position works with the Children’s Ministry staff to provide support for programs, leadership and day-to-day tasks.
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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.
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