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Christmas Eve HospitalityChristmas Eve gives us an opportunity to show genuine BUMC hospitality to our many guests. Consider the following: • The 4 pm service is our busiest time on our campus. Consider attending the new Dec. 23 service or the 2, 6, 8, or 11 pm service on Dec. 24.
• Park at the lot next to CVS and ride the shuttle.
• Introduce yourself to those around you.
• Volunteer to serve our guests during worship (see facing page for details).
• If you don’t know the answer to someone’s question, take them to the Connection Point desk where an Andrew Minister will be glad to assist.
The Village Lenox Village/Nolensville Campus Saturday, December 24 2, 4 & 6 pm Sunset Middle School
Trinity Church Spring Hill Campus Saturday, December 24 4 & 6 pm
Brentwood CampusServices are in the Sanctuary unless otherwise listed
Friday, December 23 7 pm (traditional with Children's Choirs)
Saturday, December 24 2 pm (contemporary)
4 pm (Chapel)
4 pm (Sanctuary) 6 pm 8 pm 11 pm (no childcare available)
Shuttle buses will run from the lot next to CVS, across from Chipotle, from 1:30 – 9:30 pm on December 24.
The Longest Night: A Service of Healing and HopeSunday, December 18, 6:30 pm, Sanctuary
Join us as we contemplate Christmas without loved ones, with an uncertain economy, or a brokenness that separates us from others. We ask God to share our hurts and open our hearts to the light God has promised. Childcare for 3 and under.
The Longest Night
December 18 - 24, 2016 | Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the World
ENDEAVOR: MEN’S RETREAT www.bumc.net/EndeavorJanuary 13 – 15, Beersheba Springs Assembly
At Endeavor, we will take a look at the lives of David, Solomon, and Daniel in an attempt to learn how we can better navigate this life. It promises to be a renewing and fun weekend. We hope you'll join us! Cost is $150; register online. Contact Shelby at [email protected] for more information.
SOUTH AFRICA SPONSORSHIP www.bumc.net/SouthAfricaSponsor a child or teacher in South Africa for the 2017 school year! There are still 156 students and teachers needing sponsors before school starts in January. Sponsorships range from $300 to $1000. Contact [email protected] to learn more about sponsorship.
ONE SERVICE ON CHRISTMAS DAY AND NEW YEAR'S DAYWe will meet for one service at 11:05 am on December 25 and January 1.
There will be no Sunday School, Sunday night programs or Saturday night worship.
STEPHEN MINISTRY: CONFIDENTIAL ONE-ON-ONE CAREIf you've suffered a loss or are experiencing a crisis in your life, you don't have to go it alone. Our Stephen Ministers are trained to provide confidential emotional and spiritual support during tough times. Call Sheryl at 615-577-4881 or Rev. Allison Fasig at 615-324-7243 or visit our website to learn more about getting connected with a Stephen Minister. www.bumc.net/StephenMinistry
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DAILY SERVING OPPORTUNITIESThere are many ways you can serve at GraceWorks, Harvest Hands, Project Transformation, Rocketown and more this season. Visit www.bumc.net/DailyOutreach for more information.
ROOM IN THE INNBins are in the Narthex to collect warm clothes for our guests at Room in the Inn. Contact Jennifer at [email protected] for more information.
CONFIRMATION (Milestone #5)January 8 – April 30, 2017
Confirmation gives 6th graders the opportunity to explore Christian faith and make a commitment to discipleship. Registration closes January 1. Sign up online at www.bumc.net/register. Contact Maggie [email protected] for more information.
HARVEST HANDS BASKETBALL COACHESTwo-hour weekly commitment
It’s basketball season and Harvest Hands needs coaches for our Elementary Co-Ed and Middle School Basketball Leagues. Practices are for one hour on Mondays, Tuesdays or Wednesdays, and games are for one hour on Saturday mornings. To volunteer, contact Mitchell Singer at [email protected].
2016 GIVING CREDITTo receive giving credit for 2016, you must:
• Have physical checks in the Finance Office by4:30 pm on December 30
• Give online by 6 pm on December 31• Postmark mailed checks on or before December 31• Notify the Finance Department of any stock given
(type and number of shares) to ensure proper creditThe Finance Office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Contact the Finance Department at [email protected] or 615-324-8214 for more information.
ALTAR FLOWER MINISTRY VOLUNTEERSThe Altar Flower Ministry is in need of a few volunteers to join our team and deliver small arrangements to our home-centered members. To volunteer, contact Nancy Sullins at 615-708-0853 or Judy Foster at 615-390-9741.
CONNECTING COUPLESTuesdays, January 10 – February 146:30 – 8:00 pm, Room B152B
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 [email protected] for more information.
LIVE WELL CLASSESWednesdays, January 11 – February 86:30 – 8:00 pm, Room B152B
A 5-week class examining the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection’s study, “Live Well: Exploring Emotional Wellness through Anxiety.” Sign up online at www.bumc.net/register.
DIVORCE RECOVERY CLASSESClasses are at 6:30 pm for 6 weeks. Sign up at www.bumc.net/register. Kids (9-12) Thriving Kids Through Divorce, led by Stacy Jagger, begins Tuesday, January 10 Teens (13-17) Teens in Between, led by Dr. James Wellborn, begins Tuesday, January 10Adults Rebuild Life on a Solid Foundation, begins Wednesday, January 11
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP CLASSESVisit www.bumc.net/AdultClasses to sign up.“First Corinthians: Living Love When You Disagree” Wednesdays beginning January 11, 9:15 – 11:30 am Women’s Study led by Lou Anne Jacobs
“The Gospel of Mark” (Women’s Study) Thursdays beginning January 12, 9:30 – 11:00 am Women’s Study led by Carol Bumbalough
“Making Sense of the Bible” Mondays beginning February 6, 9:30 – 10:30 am Book Study led by Herschel French
“Relay of Truth” (Women’s Study) Tuesdays beginning February 21, 6:30 – 8:00 pm Thursdays beginning February 23, 10:00 – 11:30 am Women’s Study led by Shawna Keller
CHRISTMAS EVE VOLUNTEERSVolunteers needed at all Christmas Eve services! Greeters contact Julie at [email protected] or
615-324-7254
Ushers & Communion Servers contact Kelli at
[email protected] or 615-324-7227
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
Stephen Ministry A trained Stephen Minister meets with you confidentially to listen, care, pray, and help youfind healing & wholeness. Call 615-577-4881. www.bumc.net/Stephen Ministry
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
Support & Care in Difficult Times
If you are in need of pastoral care, contact any of our pastors, or schedule an appointment by calling Julie Donley at 615-324-7254. You may now make prayer requests online at www.bumc.net/prayer.
Brentwood UMC • 309 Franklin Road • Brentwood, TN 37027 • 615-373-3663