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Ways to Step UpStep Up! 2012 is our year-long emphasis of five core practices that lead to a stronger faith and a more vibrant church. Check our website, www.bumc.net and today’s BEAM for specific ways you can step up this month.up20
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Step Up to GiveShare the Spirit - www.bumc.net/sharethespirit
Benefits life-changing youth choir tours and mission trips. Monetary donations can still be made to BUMC with Share the Spirit in the memo.Sunday, February 26 - $15 – Encore Show and luncheon – Noon, gym
Growing with Christ is a journey. Ways to choose to Step-Up during Lent: • Continue to read the New Testament – see our website or pick up a bookmark to join in. If you’d like a Lenten devotional there are 4 options for purchase in the Outpost: An Inner Journey to Easter – thematic On the Way to the Cross – readings from Church Fathers The Awkward Season – prayers for Lent Way Words – scripture & reflection•Take a class or join a group during Lent Want to live your life differently? We currently
offer 15 different new classes and on-going groups that can help you connect with God and others. To register and for more information, go to www.bumc.net/adultstudies.
•Attend Tuesday Morning Worship 6:30-7:00 am, Sanctuary Make this quiet time of worship and prayer a part of your Lenten experience. Come as
you are -- on your way to work, school, or gym.
Step Up to Connect
Step Up to InviteGod Questions? Jesus’ Answers to 7 Big QuestionsA New Sermon Series by Dr. Martin ThielenSaturdays, February 25 - April 7 –– 6:00 pmSundays, February 26 - April 8 –– 8:30, 9:50, and 11:00 amJoin Pastor Martin as he helps us deal with 7 big questions that powerfully impact our lives.
To view today’s “Who Is Jesus?” video on-line, go to www.bumc.net/sermonseries.
We have plenty of invitational cards so grab a handful and keep them in your wallet or purse to invite people you see in your daily life to join us for worship.
Step Up to Worship
Readings for the week of February 27: Acts 10-14 Reading plans are available at the church or online at bumc.net. To join the conversation go to Twitter (#bumc345) and Facebook (Brentwood United Methodist Church).
Service of Forgiveness and GraceFebruary 26, 6:30 pm, SanctuaryThe greatest act of grace that we receive is reconciliation with God through God’s forgiveness known to us in Jesus Christ. In this service, we will gather together to prayerfully place before God our sins – for God’s forgiving grace; our relationships – for God’s power to heal; and our lives – for God’s love to dwell in us. Childcare for 3 & under.
Introducing COAP… Crucial Conversations for Children of Aging Parents Begins This Wednesday, February 29, 6:00 - 7:30 pm, Room A392. “Overview of Aging Successfully” with Gretchen Geagan, owner Life-Links Geriatric Care Management. To register, go to www.bumc.net/COAP.
March 3/4 Communion Offering benefits One Great Hour of Sharing.
students7th - 12th Grades
Preferred Registration Deadline is TODAY forSummer 2012 Trips • MiddleSchoolMission
Trip Atlanta, GA Area July 15 – 20 (7th-8th)
• CampBarnabasPurdy,MO June 8 – 15 (9th-12th)
• HighSchoolMissionTripBahamas June 17 – 23 (9th-12th)
Sunday, February 269:45 am 7th-8th Sunday School – Jr. Hi R9:45 am 9th-12th (Youth
Disciple, Topical Discus-sion, Sunday School, or Children’s Teachers)
12:00 pm Share the Spirit LuncheonNo Sunday afternoon activities due to Share
the SpiritMonday, February 276:45 am Manfest w/Travis @ Dimple’s Deli3:30 pm Meet at BUMC to volunteer at Harvest HandsTuesday, February 286:30 am Tuesday Breakfast Club w/Lindsay @ Brueggers4-5 pm Hangtime w/Nellie @BUMC6 pm Meet at BUMC to go to Odyssey Game Night Wednesday, February 293:30 pm 61st Ave Tutoring 6:30 pm Wednesday Night Bible Studies, Ministry Teams & Youth Confirmation
Senior Retreat March 2-3 for 12th Grade, to help prepare for life after high school (register online)
Rock the Chains Volunteer Planning MeetingSunday, March 4 at 4 pm
Winter Jam ConcertNight Sunday, March 11
$10 Prom Friday, March 16
Harvest Hands is a catalyst for Christ-centered, wholistic community development working alongside our neighbors to further healthy living, education, spiritual formation and economic development in South Nashville.
New Life: Transforming Your Mind, Body, and Spirit: A Wellness Study for WomenThursdays, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, through March 29, Room A389 6-week “brown-bag” lunch group, led by Caroline Beavers – a Licensed Professional Counselor. To register go to www.bumc.net and click on Event Registration. Contact Caroline Beavers at 615-371-2550.
For Men Only presents “Brentwood CSI”Tuesday, February 28, 6:30 - 8:30 PM (Yth Area - Tabernacle); Dinner & Program: $10 Scholarships are available - register online at BUMC.net/formenonly. Contact Gary Haneberg, ghaneberg@comcast.net, 615-566-9698 for questions. Captain Tommy Campsey, a 35-year-veteran of the Brentwood Police Department, will share about some of Brentwood’s most unusual cases.
JoySound Orchestra of BUMCSundays, 4:00 - 4:45 pm, Room B163 Open to youth and adults. Bring your instruments and enjoy sharing your gifts and talents in music ministry. No audition required. Contact Patsy Wade pwade@bumc.net.
Singles Boundaries ClassWednesdays, February 29 – April 25, 6:30 - 8:00 pm, Singles Space, Cost: $21 Join us for this Christ-centered class discussing healthy life limits. Register online at www.bumc.net/singles and then go under ‘Support/Education’.
Vacation Bible School 2012June 25 - 28, 9 am to 12 pmOpen to children ages 5 (by 9/30/12) through 4th grade (currently). Registration opens March 1 (space is limited). Volunteers needed for all areas. Contact Holly Fisher hfisher@bumc.net or 615-324-8213.
BUMC Concert Series to present Welch-Hancock piano/organ duoMonday, March 5, at 7:30 PM in the Sanctuary; California-based musicians James Welch and Russell Hancock team up on BUMC’s majestic pipe organ and the
magnificent Bösendorfer piano.
Divorce RecoveryWednesdays, March 7 – April 11; 6:30 - 8:00 pm; Singles Space; Cost: $30 The Divorce Recovery Program is designed to take you from the complete moments of shock and grief to the process of inner healing and wholeness. Register online at www.bumc.net/singles, ‘Support/Education’.
Save the Date -- UMW Songwriters Night – Friday, March 9The UMW’s 4th Annual Songwriter’s Night benefitting YMCA programs for inner city
children will be held on Friday March 9, 7 pm in the Youth Tabernacle. Lari White and Chuck Cannon are our featured artists. Tickets are $10 and may be purchased M-F at church reception desk, from UMW members, or Sundays, February 26 and March 4 in breezeways. Questions? Pat Flemming 516-7185.
BUMC’s KidSale (consignment sale) to benefit youth missions and tours, March 13 – 17. Participant numbers will be assigned through February 29 - go to www.bumckidsale.net; to volunteer, email volunteer@bumckidsale.net.
Coffee and Conversation with the PastorsSunday, March 18, 4:00 pm, A291 If you’re thinking about becoming a member of BUMC, or you’re just interested in hearing more about our church, please join our clergy at this informal gathering. Register online or contact Judy Bumgarner. 373-3664 or jbumgarner@bumc.net.
Step Up to Connect
The BUMC Foundation was formed in 1992 for the specific purpose of supporting the programs, ministry, works, goals, and objectives of BUMC. They are permitted to grant 5% of their assets each year toward these endeavors. A Grant Request Proposal must be completed for grants to be considered, with the next round due by February 29, 2012. To submit a Grant Request Proposal for a project, initiative or program that is consistent with the Foundation’s purpose, visit www.bumc.net/foundation.
Sunday, February 26
Sunday School9:45 & 11 amPreschool - 6th Grade Pre-school Worship at all three worship services.Nursery 8am to 12pm for infants - 3 years.
childrenInfants - 6th Grade
H.I.G.H.W.A.Y. 565th & 6th Grades
Sunday, February 26Sunday SchoolMorning Assembly and Praise, 9:45 am GymMILEAGE 6 - 7 pm, Haney Hallfor 5th & 6th graders not in Confirmation
Confirmation5 - 7 pm, GYM
Alleluia Choirthrough March 187:00 - 7:45 pm
Created by God (human sexuality education) April 19-21. Event is full. To be placed on a waiting list contact Maggie Jarrell at 577-7268.
Educational Resources Needed. We are looking for donations of educational materi-als for parents to use with their students involved in our programs. Requested items include: preK-4th grade flashcards, preK-4th grade educational activity books, brain quest material, dictionaries, and English grammar books. If you are able to donate these items please contact Abby at abby@harvesthandscdc.com or 615-499-4963.
Sponsorships & Volunteers Needed for emPower Basketball and Cheerleading Banquet Eight $100 sponsorships needed for end-of-the-season banquet for 300 people (players & families) on Saturday, March 3, 12 - 2 pm. Individuals, families or Sunday School Classes needed to sponsor or volunteer at this event. Contact Jessica Mooney at jessica@harvesthandscdc.com or 615-499-4963.
Paid Summer Internships Available Ideal candidates are college-aged, have a pas-sion to work in the inner-city with children or youth, and are capable of leading and implementing our summer program. Nine-week commitment. Submit resumes to Abby at abby@harvesthandscdc.com.
harvest hands (www.harvesthandscdc.com)
Harvest Hands is a catalyst for Christ-centered, wholistic community development working alongside our neighbors to further healthy living, education, spiritual formation and economic development in South Nashville.
Step Up to ServeWheelchairs and Walkers with Seats NeededThe Sunny Day Club needs wheelchairs and walkers with seats to move our members to safety more quickly in the event of a fire or tornado. To donate, contact Rev. Erin Racine at 373-3663, ext. 244.
Thank You BUMC for Your Support of the AIDS Angel Tree“Thank you all so much for your phenomenally generous response to our patients’ children’s Christmas wishes. All of us––patients and staff––are deeply touched by the compassion and support demonstrated by your efforts. We are extremely grateful for your support.” Dr. Stephen Raffanti, Medical Director.
Thank you BUMC, for Your Generous Support of the 2011 Alternative Gift Giving Event During the Christmas season, there were 70 giving units who purchased “alternative gifts” totaling $24,034.75 that go to support 29 different organizations and ministries. The proceeds have all been disbursed to each organization. Don’t forget that Alternative Gift Giving is available all year long. You may purchase alternative gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, graduation, teacher appreciation or memorial gifts by calling the Missions Office at 324-8211.
Honduras Medical Mission Team is gearing up for their spring trip to aid our friends at Hands of Christ in Tegucigalpa. We have big plans for Honduras this year with this trip being the first in our journey. Doctors, nurses, PTs and lay people with good hearts needed for a mid-April life-changing experience. Contact Mike Dennison at 615-221-9855. Applications due by March 15.
61st Ave UMC After School Program Needs Mentors Mentors are needed on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00 - 5:30 pm. Contact Nita Haywood, Program Director, at 292-7184 or nitahaywood@aol.com.
who to contactAdult Studies/Small GrpsJudith Bone, 324-7258jbone@bumc.net
Caring MinistryKaye Harvey, 373-3663kharvey@bumc.net
Children’s MinistryEllen Garrett, 577-7261egarrett@bumc.net
Mission & OutreachKaye Harvey, 373-3663jhobbs@bumc.net
Single Adult MinistryShebbie Shields, 324-7240sshields@bumc.net
Student MinistryTravis Garner, 324-7229tgarner@bumc.net
To Get ConnectedJeff Wilson, 324-8208jwilson@bumc.net
Worship & MusicShannon Garrett, 577-7267sgarrett@bumc.net
“Getting Your Child Ready to Write” Wednesday, February 299:45 am. RSVP to 373-2523 or dayschool@bumc.net.Vacation Bible School June 25 - 28, 9 am to 12 pm. Children ages 5 (by 9/30/12) through 4th grade (currently). Registration opens March 1 (space is limited). Volunteers needed for all areas. Contact Holly Fisher hfisher@bumc.net or 615-324-8213.
AA Groups1 pm, Monday-Sunday, BH 1029 am, Monday (For Women Only), BH1028:30 am, Tuesday & Thursday, BH1027 pm, Tuesday & Thursday, BH2017 pm, Friday (For Men Only), BH 10111:30 am, Mon, Wed, Fri, BH1027 pm, Sunday, BH201Eating Disorders AnonymousSundays, 4 pm, Buchanan House 102Contact: Courtney Muse, 594-8552ADHD Adult; Spouse WorkshopsContact: Terry Huff, 627-4191Alzheimer’s Contact: Barbara Jones, 373-1941 or Ruth Randolph, 385-2323 Career TransitionsEach Monday, 6:30 pm - Haney HallContact: Hal Hassall, 972-5119CODA (CoDependency)Contact: Herberta Grissom, 347-4900,herta2@comcast.netDivorce RecoveryContact: Shebbie Shields, 324-7240Grief SupportContact: Alive Hospice, 963-4732.Loss (Widows, Divorced Women)Contact: Herberta Grissom, 347-4900, MS Self Help Contact: Sandie Mountz, 376-5395.
GRoUPSwww.bumc.net/caregroups
Sunday Morning
8:30 am Worship9:45 am Classes for Children, Students, and Adults9:50 am Worship 11:00 am Worship11:00 am Classes for Children and Adults
Saturday Evening6:00 pm Worship
Tuesday Morning6:30 am Prayer in the Sanctuary
congregational care and caring ministrieswww.bumc.net/support
RESOURCESAdoption Support & Orphan MinistryContact: Charlene Leonard, 221-4041
Cancer Support: Partners in Hope Contact: Jeanetta Fargo, 435-3716ejaefargo@comcast.net
Domestic AbuseContact: Caroline Beavers, 371-2550.
Emergency Financial & Food AssistanceContact: Maya Broaden-knighten, 373-3663, ext. 211, mbknighten@bumc.net
Encouragement Cards: GraceNotesContact: Rachael Melton,roystermelton@yahoo.com
Financial Coaching (Trained Mentors)Contact: Rev. Kaye Harvey, kharvey@bumc.net
Home-centered VisitationContact: Rev. Erin Racine,eracine@bumc.net
Home Health Product AssistanceContact: Scottish Rite, 259-3434
Home Repairs: Handy Man Ministry Contact: 373-3690, x398,handyman@bumc.net
Infertility SupportContact: Gretchen Voyles,gvoyles98@hotmail.com
Memory Loss Caregiver Respite: Sunny Day ClubContact: Katie Anderson, 370-9467
Short-term Meal Assistance: Fishes & LoavesContact: Katy Pat Clark, 218-7934,katypclark@gmail.com
Spiritual Counseling with PastorsContact: Julie Donley, 324-7254, jdonley@bumc.net or Carla Barrios, 373-3663 x252, cbarrios@bumc.net
BrentwoodUnIted MethodISt ChUrCh
309 Franklin RoadBrentwood, Tn 37027
615-373-3663www.bumc.net
The Pastoral Staff of BUMC visits area hospitals on a regular and rotating basis. Hospitals do not inform the church when its members are admitted. Please let the church know if you (or a family member) are hospitalized by contacting Julie Donley, jdonley@bumc.net, 615-324-7254.
HOSPITAL VISITATION AT BUMC
When “Pull Yourself Together” Doesn’t Work!
If things just aren’t coming together and you’re still hurting-- Stephen Ministers can
help! If you are going through a difficult time, a Stephen Minister can bring God’s warm
love back into your life through their one-on-one confidential care. Call Sheryl at 373-3690
ext.394 or Rev. Kaye Harvey at 373-3663.
Brentwood United Methodist Church Counseling Center
offers services to children, youth &families. Call 376-5910.
It is home to experts in helping families and individuals resolve real life
problems.
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Feb 25/26 Who is Jesus? Mar 3/4 Where is God? Mar 10/11 Am I Accepted? Mar 17/18 What Matters Most? Mar 24/25 What Brings Fulfillment? Mar 31/1 What About Suffering? April 7/8 Is there Hope?
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