Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
October 8 - 14, 2017
RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE www.redcrossblood.org Sunday, October 8, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Parking Lot Two Red Cross bloodmobiles are at BUMC this weekend. Registration is at the tables in the Lobby. In order to donate, you must: be at least 17 years old; weigh at least 110 pounds; be in good health; be cleared by the Red Cross to donate; and present a photo ID or your Red Cross donor card. Donate blood to help save lives!
BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS
Sunday, October 8, 2-4 p.m., 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.
ON PURPOSE SERMON SERIES www.bumc.net/Sermons Begins October 14 & 15 The greatest challenge we face in our culture is the question of purpose. Do I have a purpose? How do I discover my purpose? Once our lives have been repurposed through God’s grace, we’re able to understand our God-given purpose and share that grace with others. In this 6-week series, we’ll be challenged and encouraged by what it looks like to live a life of purpose On Purpose.
LOVE IN DEED RECAP www.bumc.net/LoveInDeed Thanks to everyone who volunteered at Love In Deed last weekend! We had a great turnout with more than 500 volunteers working at 15 projects across Greater Nashville, Williamson County, and down into Columbia. We packed 100,000 meals for Rise Against Hunger and 1,004 health kits for UMCOR, plus so much more. Thank you for sharing God's love in word and in deed!
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.
LIVE WELL: EMOTIONAL WELLNESS THROUGH ANXIETY
LIVE WELL
Wednesdays, 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
SUNNY DAY MEMORIAL SERVICE
NO REFUEL THIS WEEK
Refuel will not meet this week due to Fall Break. We'll resume on Wednesday, October 18, with a 6-week speaker series on current events and the Gospel response. Visit www.bumc.net/Refuel to learn more.
ALZHEIMER'S AND DEMENTIA SUPPORT GROUP
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.
3RD GRADE BIBLE PRESENTATION (Milestone #4)
Tuesday, October 10, 7-8 p.m., Room 389A Come with your questions, hear solutions, and listen and learn that you are not alone in battling this ongoing disease. All are welcome. Contact Sue Dowling at 615.970.8393 to learn more.
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.
VIRTUAL DEMENTIA TOUR
BUMCSM LOCAL OUTREACH
DAY SCHOOL FALL FESTIVAL
Visit www.bumc.net/Employment to learn more. Adult Ministries Administrative Director (full-time) CCF Assistant Lead Teacher (full-time)
ROOM IN THE INN INFO SESSION
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.
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.
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.
Monday, October 23, 6:30 p.m., Room A292 Learn more about Room in the Inn, which provides safe lodging for the homeless community across Davidson and Williamson Counties during the winter months. Contact Rev. Toi King at tking@bumc.net to learn more.
SOUTH AFRICA SPONSORSHIP DINNER
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.
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.
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.
EMPLOYMENT AT BUMC
HEALING HOUSING HOPE TOURNAMENT
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.
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