A CARING PEOPLE, SHARING CHRIST'S LOVE WITH ALL SEPTEMBER 25, 2014 Couple of things I believe are worth sharing. Something I’d like to do the first Friday in December is have a Men’s “Spiritual Life Retreat.” It’ll be overnight Dr. Greg Davis at the “plush” Camp Caney. We’ll take some firewood, eat on the way over, build a fire, talk about God, and leave Saturday around lunchtime. Second, it is wonderful serving at Broadmoor! It begins with the people. It continues with the people. It ends with the people. It is all about the gaggle of believers who are trying to grow in faith and live a richer life at 3715 Youree Drive. My wife joins me in being so pleased to be here – because of you. Third, my wife and I owe thanks – really, we have an unpayable debt – to the folks of BUMC for the kindness, concern, and prayers bestowed unstintingly upon us as we have dealt with Cynthia’s health. She is on the mend and doing great; there’s still a way to go, but my wife is the “Comeback Kid.” As St Paul and Wesley taught, a notable thing about grace is its “unpayable” nature. You can’t buy it, create it, force it…one simply receives it. That’s how love works! So we have humbly received much from our church family and we express our gratitude for your gracious help and support. And we pledge to pay it forward! Something else: Be proud of your staff. Each of them is using their Godgiven talent to try and do the best job they can for God and the Body of Christ. They are funny, smart, diligent, and responsible people. I love getting out of bed and getting to work every morning in large part to them. Geaux Staff! Now, a word about problems. Most everyone knows someone with a “problem.” Truth is, everyone has problems. For that matter, as long as we live, we will have problems. Here’s a formula for dealing with problems: 1. Don’t panic. You can’t deal with a problem if you’re out of control emotionally. 2. Don’t be overwhelmed by your problem. Skip the drama. Acknowledge it’s a problem, sure, but God is with you and you can handle it. 3. De-confuse. Use your brain to attack the problem. See with clarity beyond the blurring confusion emotional stress evokes. 4. Take the problem where you are now. Don’t look back. 5. Talk to someone. Talk them out with someone, even if it is your dog. (Stop if the dog starts talking back.) 6. Ask yourself what you really want to do. Usually you have the right answer. 7. If you find yourself stuck, get more information. More information will move you off center. 8. Pray. Keep praying. Think. Keep thinking. Believe. Keep believing. 9. Remember that God has equipped you with everything you need to have an outstanding life.
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Serve at Broadmoor's 9th Annual Block Party | October 26 Broadmoor's ninth annual Neighborhood Block Party will be held on Sunday, October 26 from 4-7 p.m. The party is only a month away, and we need your help to make it the best outreach event it can be! Broadmoor strives to be a caring community, committed to sharing Christ's love with all, and this is a great opportunity for you to share the love of Christ with members of the Broadmoor neighborhood. There are several different ways to serve, both prior to the event and at the event itself. One of the key ways we spread the word about the block party is by passing out door hangers in the surrounding neighborhood to invite the community to the event. We will be walking the Broadmoor neighborhood and passing out Block Party Door hangers on Thursday, October 2nd at 6:00 p.m. Come to the reception desk, find a partner and pick up a stack of door hangers for a neighborhood street. This is a great way to invite people to Broadmoor and get a little exercise! Packets of remaining door hangers for specific streets will also be available for pick-up at the church reception desk after October 2 for you to pass out at your leisure. Volunteers are also needed to set up for the event after Sunday worship, supervise activities (including the inflatables, rock-climbing wall, and more), assist with carnival games for children, and clean up after the block party ends. Small bingo prizes are also needed and can be brought to the church office.
As always, we also need people to pass out candy from their vehicles during Trunk-or-Treating, which will begin at 6:00 p.m. (earlier time!) after all other activities wrap up. Bags of individually wrapped candy are always needed and can be dropped off in the church office. Volunteer sign-up sheets are located at the reception desk and Welcome Center. Contact Rev. Kathy Wafer at
[email protected] with questions or to figure out where you or your group can best serve at this event.
Memorials & Honorariums Building Map Fund
Staff Spotlight: Micheal Johnston Running & Walking Group
In memory of LEONARD CATHCART by Randy & Stephania Love to exercise? Join the Jogging/ Walking group at 6:00 p.m. on Braselton. Tuesdays at Betty Virginia Park. Meet at the playground area and General Fund In memory of WANDA ALLISON we will jog/walk together! For more info email
[email protected]. by Dorothy Kaplan. In memory of FRANCES ANDERSON by Aprile Greenkeaf. In memory of RUTH TYNER BAIRD by Stephanie Randolph. In memory of CAROL GIVENS HAMILTON by Lee & Susan Larsen. In memory of hazel vickery by Martha Anne Bigler.
Library Fund
Coffee Chats
If you are a young mom who enjoys a good chat over a cup of coffee, join us every other Tuesday morning at 10:15 – 11:30 at Rhino Coffee. We will discuss the joys and challenges of motherhood in a laid back environment. Please contact Valarie Thiels if you have any questions at 318.393.2408 or
[email protected].
In honor of MAE BRAY'S Guys Night Out | October 2 BIRTHDAY by Joy Dunkelman. In memory of mary eubanks by Join us for guys night out on Thursday, October 2 at 6 p.m. at Twisted Betty Waldroup. Root.
Music Fund
Directory Photo Re-Takes
In memory of mary mcclanahan by Warren & Juanita Goss.
Wedding Congratulations to Bailey Griffith and Megan Monsour who were united in marriage on September 13. Bailey is the son of Jim & Marliese Griffith.
New Member
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If you did not have your pictorial directory photo taken by LifeTouch, you still have a chance to get in the directory. Katie Winningham, Director of Communication, will be taking pictures in the parlor on Sunday, September 28 & October 5, between 9:30-10:45. No appointment necessary.
Directory Photo Pick-up If you had your picture taken for the Pictorial Directory, and did not purchase any additional pictures, your free 8X10 portrait may be picked up at the Welcome Center. Those included are: Mary Boogaerts, Cal Cranor, Robert Crichlow, Orval Davidson, Payton DuFour, Tommy Dupee, Louise Grubb, William Hamm, Erin Harp, Richard Maca, Jenny McGuirk, Norma Miller, Jo Molnar, Pope Oden, Andrew Powers, Neal Ross, Mary Virginia Taylor, Libba Thompson, Walker Thurmon, Tim Tully.
A Prayer The World Council of Churches invites faith communities to observe a World Week of Peace for Palestine and Israel September 21-27, with the following prayer: Gentle Spirit, Breathe in us the wind of truth, wisdom and righteousness. May your Presence inspire us to create labyrinths of peace. Compassionate One, Make our hearts burn with love, honoring all peoples and creation.
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Bless all nations, every family and community while we seek to work for justice and unity. Prince of Peace, Lead us to ways of healing and reconciliation we pray with those who suffer and struggle. Bless us with your reconciling love that knows no boundaries as we seek to live in community, justice and peace. So be it.
William Micheal Johnson, known around Broadmoor as Micheal, has been a custodian at Broadmoor for almost 5 years. Micheal said that he got his big break to work at Broadmoor when his Aunt Trisha (Strickland) and Betty Barker “bugged Randy to hire him on February 3, 2004.” Micheal is described by those who know him well as sweet, kind, a gentlespirit, hard working, dependable, compassionate, and extremely loyal. Almost fifty years ago (October 2, 1964) Michael was born in Shreveport at Schumpert Hospital, but moved soon after his birth to Orange County, California. He spent his formative years in California and Arizona, with 3 older sisters, who affectionately call him Mikie. Family is very important to Micheal. He keeps in touch with all of them
on Facebook. You can frequently hear him talking sweetly about his dear “Mom” with whom he lives. He plays dominoes with his extended family every Tuesday night. Micheal was deeply saddened recently by the death of his precious dog, Taco. Taco, a rescue MinPin Chihuahua, had been his faithful companion for almost 14 years. Micheal loves country music, going out to eat, computer games, being with his family and watching movies. He also enjoys mowing yards and cleaning flower beds. His favorite vacation was to the beautiful Smokey Mountains and Pigeon Forge in Tennessee. If Micheal could have a fantasy dinner with anyone it would be his Granny because he never got to spend much time with her while she was alive. Micheal said, “In 2000 I put myself in the Lord. God has changed me.” The most important gifts of the spirit to Micheal are peace, joy and love. Micheal loves helping the members of Broadmoor and feels very blessed and grateful to be employed here. Next time you see Micheal working around the church be sure to tell him thank you for all he does for Broadmoor and HAPPY 50TH BIRTHDAY!!!! By Jane Hubbard, SPR
Broadmoor's 75th Anniversary 75 Hour Prayer Vigil The 75 hour anniversary prayer vigil will be Monday-Friday for the first three weeks of October. On Monday, Wednesdays and Fridays, pray in the sanctuary between 9 a.m.-1p.m. On Tuesdays and Thursdays pray between 3p.m.-8p.m. Sample prayers and scriptures will be available to guide you in your time of prayer for our church, our families and our community.
October 19th Celebration A special Sunday celebration featuring a combined worship service and an anniversary luncheon and DVD photo montage will be held on October 19th. Former pastors and associates will be invited, and Bishop Cynthia Fierro Harvey will join us as guest pastor. Lunch will follow the service, and tickets to the luncheon will are currently being sold--$10 for adults and $5 for children. There will also be church tours offered during the Sunday School hour for those interested. There will be no 8:30 or River Service--only Sunday School and a combined service at 11:00 a.m. in the sanctuary.
Mums for October 19th Celebration Chrysanthemums to be used in the sanctuary for our October 19th celebration will be available for ordering beginning September 14th. Cards for "honoring and in memory of" can be found at the Welcome Center and reception desk. Mums will cost $15 per 12 inch potted plant. Colors will vary. Deadlilne for ordering is Sunday, October 5th. Flowers can be picked up after the luncheon.
Service Saturday | October 4 Come and spend some time serving! As we celebrate Broadmoor's 75th anniversary we will take a few hours to give back to our church by sprucing up for the upcoming celebration. Meet at the church at 8:30 a.m. Contact Rev. Marissa for more info!
Youth Ministry Grand Gathering | October 5 Mission Possible Kids | October 5 Mission Possible Kids meets Sunday, October 5. All agents should come to the gym after worship, bring $3 for lunch and at least one pair of new socks (full length socks/not sport socks). We will be making Sock Pals for children in Armenia, as well as finishing our Celebration Rocks started last month. MP Kids is open to all children in 1st through 5th grades. Sign up fee is $20. Contact Bonnie Daniel at bonnie@ broadmoorumc.org with questions.
Come learn about and celebrate our student ministry! This event is for youth and parents to come together for food and fellowship while we discuss the youth event calendar for the coming year. There will be outdoor games and prizes to go along with the fun and students will have the opportunity to sign up for small groups and trips. This year's Grand Gathering will be held in the Winninghams' backyard at their new house from 5-7 p.m. on October 5. Please park in the church parking lot and walk over. Anyone interested in helping with youth is invited to attend! If you have questions, email Brandon at
[email protected].
Corn Maze UMY | October 12 On Sunday, October 12 from 5-8 p.m. the youth will go to the corn maze. This is a great event to invite a friend! We will have a discounted price on tickets so you don't want to miss out. If you are a parent who would like to chaperone, please contact Brandon.
Blessing of the Animals | October 5 Broadmoor will hold a Blessing of the Animals service at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 5 at the church in the grassy lot on the corner of Albany and Anniston. Those planning to attend are asked to bring their animal to the church on a leash or secured in a carrier. If you have any questions please contact Rev. Kathy Wafer.
Let It Go | Begins October 5 Let it Go by Karen Ehman is a women’s Bible study led by Nancy Beauvais on Sundays, 5-6:30 p.m., Oct. 5-Nov. 9. This Bible study will encourage participants to stop running the show and start walking in faith. Class fee is $9 for the participant’s guide.
Financial Peace Class | Begins October 5 Financial Peace University (FPU), taught on video by Dave Ramsey and his teaching team, is a life-changing class that will help you achieve your financial goals by showing you how to eliminate debt, save for the future, and give like never before. No one is too young, too old, too broke, or too wealthy to learn more about God’s ways of handling money. David and Thea Pennywell, who used Dave Ramsey’s methods to become debt free, will facilitate the nineweek FPU course that will begin on Sunday, October 5th at 4 p.m. in the Meeting Room. Please contact Laura Vaughan to register and if you need childcare.
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Mexico Mission Trip Interest Meeting Travel and serve with Broadmoor doing construction in Reynosa, Mexico on November 20-23, 2014. Come to the interest meeting on September 29th at 6:30 p.m. in Pearce Hall or contact Rev. Marissa at
[email protected].
Park it Market Needs Your Help! Here are ways you can help with the 2014 Park it Market: 1. Sign up to sell from your vehicle trunk. Thanks to those who have already registered. We need a few more. Place registration forms in labeled plastic containers at Welcome Center and Reception Area. 2. Bring jewelry. Our jewelry sales last year benefitted the church Missions' Ministry very well, so we are doing it again. We need everyone to donate costume jewelry and bring to labeled plastic boxes at Welcome Center and Office Reception Area. 3. Bring artwork. We are adding an art show this year and invite church members to participate with your talents and by attending. Call Barbara Rushing at (318) 865-6921 for information and to register to bring your art to sell. Call Janie Holt for additional info. about the sale. We can take almost anything. Call Janie at (318) 455-2372. Our goal is to benefit the BUMC Mission Ministry! All Church Members are invited to help as best they can.
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Youth Ministries and Celebration Singers Reunion | October 17-19 As a part of the 75th Anniversary Celebration, a reunion of the youth ministry and Celebration Singers is planned the weekend of October 17-19. Special reunion guests include John Ricketts, founding director of the Celebration Singers and former youth minister/directors Lee McKinzie, Benny Vaughan, Eric McFarland and Meghan Hochstetler. The weekend is planned to provide an opportunity to revisit youth ministry days where so many of us came to really embrace what it meant to be a follower of Jesus Christ. Participants will return to the days of snack suppers, skits, ice breakers, devotionals, Break Away, retreats and Reach Out Services. The schedule includes:
Wednesday Night Service Coming to Broadmoor Beginning Wednesday, November 5th in the sanctuary from 6:30- 7:30 p.m. come and experience WOW, a new service led by Rev. Kathy Wafer. Worship on Wednesday will be a weekly service of praise, prayer and applying the Scriptures to meet you wherever you are in your faith journey. If you are struggling with your faith, or have lost faith, come and experience the mercy and radical grace of God. We believe Jesus is our true healer and restorer of all hurts, pains, afflictions and brokenness. Our common desire is to seek a closer relationship with God and with each other. Come and Know the love of Christ, Grow in the love of Christ and Go in the love of Christ.
New Exercise Classes Stretch, Strength and Scripture Stretch, Strength and Scripture is a fitness class that incorporates the disciplines of yoga, Pilates, traditional exercise, flexibility and low impact cardio set in a Christian atmosphere. Classes are led by Christi Oden, a PT, and former PE teacher and cross country coach who is also a member of BUMC, on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in Pearce Hall. Bring a mat!
To register for these events, please email T.Wes Moore at
[email protected] and mail/bring your check to the church by October 10.
CHAIROBICS So you don't feel like you can get down on the floor to exercise? Or maybe, it's that you are afraid you can't get back up? Let chairobics keep you in the game of good health. This is designed for you! Each class will consist of stretching, range of motion exercise, very low impact cardio and gentle strengthening. You will do all sequences from a chair or in a standing position. Classes will last 45 minutes. Mondays and Tuesdays in Pearce Hall from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m., led by Christi Oden.
