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June 1, 2010 Volume 2, Number 11 |
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“Don’t Let the Fire Die” As we came to worship on Sunday after an exciting Pentecost worship, several of us wondered - What can you do after that sort of worship high? After 40 Days of praying for God to move in powerful ways in Holston Conference and in our church and another 50 Days of observing the “Golden Days of Evangelism” we gathered together in a combined worship experience and picnic and we were deeply moved. At the lake that afternoon, we celebrated four baptisms, received four members by profession of faith, another by reaffirmation of faith and 3 more by transfer. It was, by all accounts, an energetic, fun, unique and meaningful day together. So...what’s next?
God makes me laugh. So often God answers the questions and the prayers of my Spirit in ways that are not at all what I expect. This past Sunday, the Crossties band played a new anthem at the first service. “The Church on Fire”. This rousing song reminded us that “anything can happen and it probably will; something very good, something good is going on around here!” Not too long after the fire alarm sounded. (While I am glad that the sound of the alarm seemed to get everyone’s attention, we may need to work on emergency response protocols!) I heard some youth as they came down the stairs, “I thought four minutes was too long...” As I stood with others outside, I witnessed a youth teacher coming out the door carrying the microwave with the offensive burnt popcorn in it. As much as I have teased the youth (they say they were just following my directions - “Pastor Amy told us to be the church on fire..., it is only now as I look back and ahead that I hear God’s laughter. Anything can happen and it probably will.
Life, pace, priorities and schedules can change in the summer. Broadway’s summer programming will be different, but not absent. I pray that we will continue to be challenged to be responsive to God’s Spirit moving, that we have an ongoing desire to grow in prayer, in Contagious Faith and in our life together. Remember, anything can happen with a Church that is on fire.
Shalom,
Broadway UMC Approved as Host Site for Angel Food Ministries
It’s official. Broadway has been approved as a host site for Angel Food
Ministries. AFM is a non-profit, non-denominational organization which
provided food relief and financial assistance to communities across the
USA. The program is open to everyone. There are no qualifications,
income restrictions or applications. One standard box of food costs
$30.00 and has an average retail value of $60.00. One box will feed a
family of 4 for about a week and a senior for about a month. The food is
high quality. There are no second-hand items, no damaged or out dated
goods, no dented cans without labels, no day-old breads and no over ripe
produce. After school snacks, fresh produce, allergen free food, meat
and seafood boxes are also available. Those not wanting to purchase food
for themselves, can buy for others in need at significant savings. This
is an exciting opportunity to spread the word of God, bring people into
the church and minister to our community!
Acolytes For June
6 - Emily Armstrong & Rebecca
Bradley
Greeters For June 13 - Bill & Genny Pope 20 - Jack & Lana Parham 27 - Joe & Jill Fox
United Methodist Men to Meet
Saturday, June 12, 2010 - Asbury Place Maryville
Way to Go, Broadway Children! This past Sunday, when the fire alarm sounded during the Sunday school hour, our children knew exactly what to do. They went immediately to the nearest exit and gathered quietly out on the sidewalk. We thank God that it was a minor problem, but we also commend the Maryville Fire Department for their prompt investigation. This incident should prompt all Sunday school classes to determine the safest, quickest way for members to exit the building.
Going To Summer Camp? Is your child/youth going to summer camp this year? Let us know when and where. Send information to Charlie at youthbum@yahoo.com
Come to VBS 2010
and get ready for adventures on the High Seas as we set sail through
God’s Word!
VBS Wrap-up Party Join us at Camp Wesley Woods on Saturday, June 26 from 11:00-4:00 p.m. for our VBS wrap-up party and family fun day. Lunch will be served at the gazebo at 12:00, then you are welcome to swim, hike or just enjoy the fellowship of friends. We will provide the hot dogs but ask that you bring side items to go with the dogs.
With Much Appreciation
Dear Friends, I want to thank everyone for their prayers, visits, and calls during my stay in the hospital. I am home and making a little progress in walking every day.
Thanks, Violet Smith
Dear Members of Broadway, I just wanted to say thank you for the generous donations to help offset the cost of my Eagle project. I am proud to say that the shelter at the Ropes 3 course at Wesley Woods was completed in one day. I couldn’t have done it without your help.
Tommy Wade
The Community Food Connection has recently moved to 311 Whitecrest. They will have their Grand Opening and store dedication on Saturday, July 17th at 3:00 p.m. in the store’s parking lot. Everyone is invited for this brief event. Congressman Jimmy Duncan will be part of the dedication.
June - Men’s Health “Long life to you! Good health to you and your household! And good health to all that is yours! 1 Samuel 25:6 NIV Men can live healthier, longer lives just by knowing their health threats and how to work through those risks. Statistics show that heart disease is the number one threat with cancer, injuries, stroke, COPD (respirator disease), diabetes, flu, suicide, kidney disease, and Alzheimer’s making up the top ten. By listening to your body and adopting good lifestyle habits, you can decrease your rise for life-threatening health issues. A healthy, balanced diet will greatly reduce the risk for five of the top ten threats: heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes, and kidney disease. Fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are heart healthy selections and can fight some cancers as well. They also help maintain a healthy weight which is necessary for the prevention of diabetes, and kidney failure which is a complication of diabetes and high blood pressure. Risky behavior can cut a man’s life short and is easily preventable. Accidents from automobiles, falls, and the use of chemicals can be fatal or seriously debilitating so wear seat belts, drive safely, use chemicals in a well-ventilated area, and use ladders carefully. Also lose the smoking habit as it increases your risk of heart disease, cancer, and complications with respiratory disease and diabetes. The three remaining health threats - flu, suicide, and Alzheimers - can be decreased by being proactive, eating right, and avoiding risky behavior. Exercise, get an annual flu shot, don’t smoke, and eat a healthy diet to prevent illness and stimulate your brain. Avoid falls which have an apparent link to Alzheimers and avoid addictions to prevent suicides and self-harm. Know your body, listen to its needs, and see your physician when things do not seem right. Your families want a future with you so look at your life and see what can be changed. A few simple adjustments can give you better health and longer life. ( Source: National Library of Medicine www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/menshealth.html) Summer Sunday School for 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th Grades Starting this Sunday, June 6, we will combine these four grades for the summer. We will meet in room 502 (the green youth room). Sunday school this summer will be in Jeopardy! Maybe you would like “Books of the Bible” for 300 or how about “things in the Sanctuary” for 400. Your final Jeopardy answer is “Yes”... the question - What is “Will I be at Sunday school this Summer?” See you there!
The “90's Club” The Congregational Care Committee has compiled a list called the Broadway’s ‘90's Club’. Please consider sending these special folks a card on their birthdays this year. Here are the members we have for the remainder of 2010.
Margaret Roach 8/1 100 Thelma Berry 6/7 97 Elsie Osborne 7/26 96 Jane Roberson 9/5 96 Hallie Turney 9/21 96 Ben Lee 12/31 95 Kay Rumbley 7/9 94 Doris Holloway 6/11 93 Gladys Fletcher 6/22 93 Harriette Lee 9/3 93 Reese Wills 7/14 92 Mary Rummel 8/21 92 George Ribble 7/8 91 Cartha Wills 8/6 91 Rush Brabson 7/17 90 Judith Knoll 9/20 90 Adah Cooper 11/15 90 Ruth Woods 11/12 90
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June 6 Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24 Sermon: “The Winds of Change” June 13 Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21 Sermon: “Living by Faith”
Odyssey To Hello Dolly The Odyssey group is made up of adults who want to have a good time together. We meet the 3rd Thursday of each month, January - October. The June Odyssey trip will travel to Crossville to the Cumberland County Playhouse on Thursday, June 24. We will see the musical Hello Dolly. This play starts later than others we have seen so we will leave the church at 1:30 p.m. for a 3:00 performance. We will stop along the road and have dinner on the way home. Tickets are $23.00 plus $7.00 for gas for a total of $30.00 per person. Tickets are non-refundable. Payment is due when you make your reservation. Reservations are due by June 16. We have 15 tickets to start but can get more.
Welcome New Members
On Sunday, May 23, following our worship service we
traveled to Louisville Point Park for lunch, baptisms and receiving of new
members.
Handicap Parking In an effort to make the church more accessible during our Sunday morning worship services, the Administrative Board would like to designate the parking spaces next to the kitchen door as reserved for persons with acute mobility issues. Instead of placing signs or marking the pavement, we will use the honor system. If you or a family member uses a wheelchair or walker, please feel free to park in the area near the kitchen door on Sunday mornings.
Thank you
Schedule
Sunday, June 6
Monday, June 7
Tuesday, June 8
Wednesday, June 9
Thursday, June 10
Saturday, June 12
Sunday, June 13
Sunday - Wednesday, June 13-16
Monday, June 14
Tuesday, June 15
Wednesday, June 16
Wednesday - Saturday, June
16-19
Thursday, June 17
Friday, June 18
Saturday, June 19
Deadline For Next Messenger The deadline for our next Messenger is Friday, June 11.
Thanks For All Your Help What an awesome (in the true sense of the word) time we had together as we celebrated Pentecost this past weekend. (May 23) This day’s celebration and the entire Contagious Faith experience could not have happened without a lot of help and leadership. A very special thank you to the newly formed Evangelism Committee under the leadership of Julie Hays for their creativity, communications, organization and guidance throughout these past 90 days. Thanks also to those who volunteered to host Contagious Faith small groups in their homes over the past 6 weeks! We are grateful for the ongoing work and support of the worship committee led by Kim Hill as they again organized, planned and offered a passionate, joyful combined worship service. And finally, thank you to all who participated in a small group, received the daily email devotions, practiced some evangelism tips, prayed and responded to the challenges to be Contagious! May the work of the Holy Spirit and the movement of Pentecost continue!
Game Day for Hill Toppers All Hill Toppers (age 65 and older) are invited to this month’s Game Day on Thursday, June 17th at 1:00 p.m. Following a devotional we’ll be playing some table games and Wii games. Would you like to try your hand at bowling or tennis? We’re also going to tackle a 300-piece puzzle. Refreshments will be served. For more information call Frank Mason at 681-6307.
CAN Sunday is the time each month when we bring non-perishable items to worship and Sunday school to share with our neighbors in Blount County who need a little extra help. We take these offerings to the Blount County Food Pantry. Items needed include flour, corn meal, sugar, peanut butter, boxed macaroni and cheese, canned fruits, vegetables and soups, and canned meat.
Mugs For Hospice Receives “Thank You”
We had a wonderful abundance of flowers given us by the Dee Rizzo
family and the Connie Davis family. Connie used to save mugs from the New
Providence monthly sale and give them to us for our flower gifts. This is a
thank you from Hospice.
Our church connection to the project is Bob Ergenbright. Please contact Bob with names and addresses, and he will forward them to the Conference office.
Solar Stove Update The Maryville District has done it! 20 solar stoves have been paid for with extra money raised to help the cost of shipping. The stoves will be put together and each Methodist church in and around Yei will get one. Women in the churches will be taught how to use them. Broadway contributed money for 3 stoves.
The Wesley Fellowship Class
By the WAY Youth News
Project Cross Roads Mission Trip - June 16-19
Registrations are due for the summer mission trip to Marion, Virginia. This year we will be working on a trailer to build a small porch and add a rubber roof. Youth - contact Charlie if you want to go.
Junior and Senior High Assembly
7-12th grade assembly still has space available. If you would
like more information on this fun week of faith building, friend making and just
plain fun, contact Charlie or go to http://www.holston.org/ministries/ then to
youth. Funds Getting Low Again The Helping Hand Fund is once again getting low. As the hot weather begins we will be getting more calls for energy assistance. Please help if you are able.
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