Fall is here —come join us!

Information on the Briarwood APP and at briarwood.org

Briarwood WeeklyTHE

2200 Briarwood Way Birmingham, AL 35243205.776.5200 • info@briarwood.org briarwood.org

• september 7, 2018 •

Our 6th district Congressman will give us an update on the many

legislative issues facing our state and district. To read more or buy tickets,

go to briarwood.org/trailblazers or pick up tickets in the Bookstore.

September 16 • 12:15 p.m. • FH

TRAILBLAZER Sunday Luncheon

Gary Palmer

each week from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Children will be dismissed from the evening worship service to choir.

Register and find details at briarwood.org/childrenschoirs

Contact Shanna Phillips at 776.5353 or sphillips@briarwood.org

children’s choirs begin this Sun., Sept. 9

Briarwood is a wonderful Church for many reasons, one of which is the opportunity to be taught accurately the Word of God. II Timothy 3:16–17 says, All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work. Since 1989, I have been discipled by different faithful members and ministers of Briarwood. First as a non-believer, then as a new follower of Christ I have grown in

the Lord because of this equipping and training. II Peter 3:17–18 says, …take care that you are not carried away with the error of lawless people and lose your own stability. But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. One way we grow in this grace and knowledge is by taking advantage of what is available here at Briarwood. Please don’t miss out—if you haven’t been a part of a group recently, now would be a great time to get connected again.

Wednesday nights at Briarwood’s MidWeek, is an important part of the life of our church with many enjoying our Fellowship Dinner from 5:15–6:30 p.m. before branching off at 6:30 to participate in opportunities like choir; seminary; evangelism training; men’s, women’s, and co-ed Bible studies; and children and youth activities. MidWeek offers opportunities for every member of the family, so please go to briarwood.org/midweek or the Briarwood App to see the studies, make your dinner reservation and reserve a nursery spot. Also, with the fall comes the opportunity to join a Men or Women of the Covenant study. You can see these at briarwood.org/men and briarwood.org/women. Don’t miss out, and let’s encourage one another to grow in grace!

Eric ReebalsDir. of Discipleship

Prayer FocusBriarwood International

Outreach

Sunday Morning - 8:00 and 10:55 a.m.XXIII. I Peter in Biblical Perspective

The Elect in the Exile“The Sojourner’s Journey–Submission, Part 4”

I Peter 3:1–7Dr. Harry L. Reeder III

Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m.XIV. L.E.A.D. in Biblical Perspective

Lifestyle of Evangelism and Discipleship“Hindrances to Evangelism as a Lifestyle–Introduction”

Acts 8:4–6Dr. Harry L. Reeder III

Serving in the NurserySun.,Sept. 9

Kingdom Builders

Pray for Scotty and Sylvia Hollins as he leads

Blueprint Tuscaloosa. Blueprint’s mission

is to equip and empower students at the

University of Alabama to become leaders who

transform the under-resourced communities

in Tuscaloosa by investing in urban youth.

Catherine & Paul Brown Crown Financial • Alabama

Cedric & Alicia Brown Navigators • Maryland

Richard & Sandra Fuentes PEF • Nicaragua

Stephen & Lisa Bunn College Golf Fellowship • Alabama

Clay Fuqua CRU • US/Int’l

Kotaro Hamamatsu Japanese Pastor • Leadership Team

Aspire Movement

Sept 8

Sept 9

Sept 10

Sept 11

Sept 12

Sept 13

Lord’s Day Worship Services

Prayer FocusScotty & Sylvia HollinsBlueprint Tuscaloosa

Alabama

Sept 7

Dave GiddensBriarwood Elder

Rob JenningsBriarwood Deacon

Jeff Flannery, Jr. Briarwood Deacon

Kirk PettyBriarwood Deacon

Alonzo & Antionette Brown Strong Tower • Alabama

Samuel & Carol Foucachon Global Outreach Mission • France

David & Debbie Frank Greater Europe Mission • Spain

Fall Nursery • Please go online and sign up for any Bible Study and/or MidWeek event you will be attending. Go to briarwood.org/nursery and follow the reservation link. Persecuted Church Prayer • Sun., Sept. 9 at 5:00 p.m. in G103. All are welcome to join us in prayer for our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ.Church Revitalization Ministry Prayer • All are invited to gather for prayer Sun., Sept. 9 at 5:00 p.m. in W202.7th–12th grade Youth Worship Choir • Come join the new season beginning Sun., Sept. 9 at 5:00 p.m. in the Choir Room. We’ll have a great time of worship, fellowship, and praise as we develop our talents for the Lord and prepare for our Spring Trip. No experience necessary…just come! Parent’s Meeting for the Children’s Communicant Class • Sun., Sept. 9. Pray and discuss with your child about going through the class and becoming a communing member. Fall Class begins Sept. 30. For info and to sign up your child, call Page Dollar at 776-5526.Trail Life Open House and Lego Derby • Mon., Sept. 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the Church Gym. Parents meet troop leaders while boys build and race Lego Derby cars. Trail Life is a Christ-centered, character-building outdoor adventure program for boys ages 5–18. To learn more, visit Facebook.com/TLAL254/events.Special Connections • Children, youth, and adults with special needs want to get to know you! Volunteers are needed during Sun. services as well as for other events. Training will be Tues., Sept. 18 from 6:30–8:00 p.m. in G-103. RSVP to June Cork at jcork@briarwood.org or call 776-5291.Mommy & Me Ballet Class • Tuesdays in the Ballet Room from 9:15–10:00 a.m. Come and join this Briarwood Ballet class for ages 18–36 months old. Two sessions offered—Sept. 11–Oct. 30 and Jan.15–Mar. 12. Call 776-5284 or go to briarwood.org/balletclasses.Pastor’s Inquirers’ Class • Begins Sept. 16 for newcomers and prospective members. It includes two Sunday morning classes (Sept. 16 and 23), Wed. night (Sept. 19), weekend class (Sat. morning, Sept. 22) and a luncheon (Sept. 30 – only for those who are joining). Attending does not obligate you to join. For more information or to sign up for the class, call 776-5208 or email wlong@briarwood.org.

September 12 Dinner Menu Chicken Alfredo, Lasagna, Steamed Broccoli,

Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread, DessertFor reservations,visit briarwood.org/dinner

or call 776-5238 by Tuesday at noon.

Foundations Early Learning and Urban Missions Prayer • Join us Sun., Sep. 16 from 5:00–6:00 p.m. in the Bride’s Room. Call the Missions Office at 776-5243. 2018 Briarwood Prayer Summit • We are called by God to live lives of prayer, praying at all times. Our culture begs us to pray. But do we? Join us Sept. 22 from 8:30 a.m. to noon in the FH as Al Baker leads us in prayer for revival.Boys Choir/Ballet Concert • Get your tickets now for a special presentation by the Birmingham Boys Choir with Ballet Exaltation, “I Choose the Light” on Sat., Sept. 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the Worship Center. For more information and tickets, click the link at briarwood.org/events.Dementia Patient Caregivers Support Group • Join us Tues., Sept. 18 from 11:00 a.m.–noon in A201 to share concerns and practical strategies for dealing with the troubling behavior problems and communication difficulties of dementia patients. Call the Pastoral Care office at 776-5227 with questions.The Briarwood Choir Wants YOU! Come to the choir loft any Wed. at 6:30 p.m., or attend Singing School any Wed. from 7:00–7:30 p.m. in the Choir Room. No obligation to join, just come and check it out!

Briarwood Families• We rejoice with Nathan and Sarah McIntosh on the birth of their son, Levi James, on Aug. 20, and with Aaron and Kati Phillippe on the birth of their son, Nathan Cruz, on Aug. 23.

• Our love and sympathy to Tom and Nancy Keen and family on the death of their granddaughter, Ophelia Nancy Elaine Disharoon, on Aug. 27.

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Come shop with us!Open until 6:30 p.m. on

Wednesdays during MidWeek.

Pocket Change • Deposit into wall containers around the church to be used by the Exec. Mercy Ministry Team to distribute food for those in need. Coin canisters are available at the Altadena House to collect at home.Mongolia Mission Trip • Donate your unused but working iPads, iPhones, tablets, (Mac or Android), and Windows laptops to the Missions Office for this upcoming trip. Session Actions • In accordance with the Book of Church Order, the Session hereby notifies the congregation that at its August 21, 2018 meeting the following actions were taken: (1) a male member was excommunicated for contumacy; (2) a male member was deposed of office of Deacon and excommunicated for contumacy.Job Openings (more at briarwood.org/employment):Jr. High Ministry Staff. Seeking a female to shepherd and disciple our Junior High girls through personal ministry and recruiting and training volunteers. Will work under the Junior High Dir. and with other youth staff. Call Student Ministry at 776-5269 or send résumé to jshaw@briarwood.org.National and Urban Ministries. Seeking a Briarwood member for a part-time admin assistant position. Knowledge of MS Office is necessary. Email Heather McDougall at hmcdougall@briarwood.org with résumé or inquiries. Admin Assistant for Church Revitalization Ministry. This 28-hour per week position requires proficient knowledge of MS Office, strong communication skills, event planning, and financial record keeping. Send résumé to Bryan Wintersteen at bwintersteen@briarwood.org.Manager of New Direction Ministry Thrift Store. The Mercy Ministry seeks a Briarwood member to serve in this part-time position in Fairfield. Candidates should have a heart for gospel ministry, an aptitude for retail management, and an ability to recruit volunteers. Email résumé to Chris Thompson at cthompson@briarwood.org. National Missions Pastor. Seeking an experienced pastoral leader for the revitalization of churches. He will lead Briarwood’s National Missions, Church Revitalization, and Church Planting teams and will be ordained or ordainable in the PCA. Inquire with résumé to Heather McDougall at hmcdougall@briarwood.org or 776-5279.Women’s Ministry Admin Assistant. The Women’s Ministry is seeking a Briarwood member to work part-time alongside our Women’s Ministry Director. Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office is required. Send résumé to Leigh Ann Reese at lreese@briarwood.org.Music and Worship Ministry Admin Assistant. Part-time position for a Briarwood member. Good working knowledge of MS Office software needed. For details and to apply, email Leigh Ann Reese at lreese@briarwood.org.Grounds Helper. Full-time grounds helper position; includes benefits. Contact Robert at 776-5234 or rclifton@briarwood.org.See details on other positions and how to apply by going online to briarwood.org/employment.