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MISSISSIPPI BOULEVARD
CHRISTIAN CHURCH
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Dear
Fellow Servant:
For
the past two Sundays, I have been preaching a
special sermon message about “The
Truth” from Edward
Hooper’s book, “The
River”. My
sermons were meant to be a reminder, that
no
matter who you are and/or what you have or will
be going through, you cannot lie to or fool God.
“The
Truth” will prevail, no matter what, and the
“Truth
Is Our Only Hope”. We
have parallel versions of the truth, one for the
people we trust and one for the people we do not
trust.
But many of you have missed hearing these
sermons on “Truth”
because rainy
weather and perhaps holiday celebrations, kept
you from being a part of these
experiences.
Because
of the rainy weather these last two Sundays and
Thanksgiving holiday, attendance at church
services was extremely low. As is customary,
when attendance is low due to bad weather, our
tithes and offerings are extremely low. In fact,
the offering was down 37% for the last two
Sundays. When we are not blessed to receive your
tithes and offerings, ministry opportunities are
impacted. So, I want to encourage you to attend
services this Sunday and bring your tithes and
offerings to the storehouse this week. If you
are able, give just a “little bit more” to
make-up for what has been lost. God knows your
heart for God knows the “Truth”
of all matters. So give as you have been blessed
to give. If you won’t be here Sunday or just
want to give your offering now, just
click
here to give your tithes and offerings
online.
If
you missed attending the last worship services
on this topic, don’t miss the opportunity to
pick up a CD or DVD from our Media Ministry this
Sunday
to get the full context of both of my
sermons.
Your
presence and your generous giving (or lack of
presence/giving) impacts the spiritual
well-being of this ministry. Therefore, let me
encourage you to attend services each Sunday and
come prepared to give generously of your tithes
and offerings so that the work of the ministry
and general expenses can be carried out
(click
here to view my personal video
message).
This
year Dove Tree outreach program, we are
partnering with Christ Community Health
Services to support the children of
teenage mothers. If
you have not had the opportunity to support
our
2011 Dove Tree, we have received a number of
kids in need; therefore, we have added a few
additional doves to the tree this week. Please stop
by the Church Information Center to pick up a
Dove and support this worthy cause. I am also
asking all of my men to make a $25 donation to
our Angel Tree outreach program for children
of incarcerated parents. Please support both of
these causes and return your donation to the
church by Wednesday, December 7. I really
appreciate all the support you give to our
outreach ministries. Click
here to view the video.
As
December brings a close to the year, let me
remind you to think on all the things that God
has seen you through this year and then give God
some Praise!
Don’t
forget to attend our Annual Congregational
Meeting on Monday, December 5 at 6:00PM. Also,
our Grief and Healing worship service will be on
Wednesday, December 14 at 7:00PM in our Chapel.
Please invite your family and friends who have
experienced grief this year to this very special
worship service.
Be
blessed and be in the house of worship on
Sunday!
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DR. FRANK A. THOMAS
Senior Servant
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SPIRITUAL LIFE |
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BAPTISM
SERVICE
Join
us on Wednesday, December 7 at 7:00PM at the Midtown Campus as we
celebrate the baptism of our new brothers and sisters! This is one
of the most memorable and significant moments in a Christian's life.
Come out for a spirit filled evening of baptism, music, and
preaching! For more information, contact at Pastor Janae Pitts-Murdock at
901.729.6222.
ANNUAL GRIEF AND HEALING
SERVICE
As the holidays approach,
we understand that grief can be overwhelmingly difficult with the
loss of a loved one. With this in mind, THE BLVD Pastoral Care Team
invites you to join us at our Annual Grief and Healing Service,
Wednesday, December 14 at 7:00PM to celebrate the lives of your
loved ones who have passed on. It is our goal to offer comfort
during the holidays and beyond. For additional information; contact
Pastor Virzola Law at
901.272.5603.
STEPHEN MINISTRY
SERVICE
Stephen
Ministry is a Christian care giving group specifically designed to
assist people through difficult times (i.e., bereavement, divorce,
job loss, etc.). If you are in need of this service, you may contact
Rev. Vivian Henry at 901.752.5379 or Pastor
Virzola Law at
901.272.5603. |
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NOMINATING COMMITTEE
REPORT
The Annual Nominating Committee Report is
available in the Midtown CIC.
ANNUAL CONGRETATIONAL
MEETING
The Annual Congregational
Meeting will be held Monday, December 5 at 6:00PM in the
Midtown Fellowship Hall.
2011 DOVE
TREE
The
Chosen Vessels Women's Ministry is sponsoring Dove Tree 2011
benefitting participants from Christ Community Health
Services. All gifts
must be returned by Wednesday, December
7.
FOUNDER’S DAY
PHOTOS
Did
you take any photos on your camera at our Founder’s Day
Carnival, Gala or Worship Services? If so, we want to add them
to our Founder’s Day memories. Email
copies of your photos to us. If you have questions,
contact Pastor Janae Pitts-Murdock at Pastor
Janae Pitts-Murdock or call
901.272.5602.
BLVD EAST BRIDGE LIFE
GROUP
THE
BLVD East Life Group is requesting persons ages 25 – 40 to
contact Pastor
Virzola Law at
901.272.5603.
MAINTAIN CAMPAIGN
UPDATE
It’s
been close to three weeks since the start of the Maintain
Campaign and we are excited and energized. THE BLVD is providing
fun-filled and engaging classes, FREE OF CHARGE, to help
everyone remain motivated and focused. The list of classes is
as follows; Be Fit – Tuesday, 6:00PM – 7:00PM;
Walk away the pounds – Wednesday 6:00PM – 6:45PM;
Line Dancing, Thursday – 6:00PM – 7:00PM; Zumba
1st and 3rd Sundays after worship
service (12:30PM – 1:30PM). All classes will be held in
the FLC multipurpose room or in the gym. For additional
information; contact Helen
Darling at
901.272.5640.
EACH ONE BRING
ONE
In
order to expose more people to the great things that are
happening at THE BLVD EAST, we want you to intentionally
invite your friends and family to join us every Sunday through
the end of the year. There will be a holiday gift card drawing
each week for everyone who brings a
guest.
2012
WOMEN’S RETREAT
Are
you ready to receive a precious jewel from God? Come join THE
BLVD’s Chosen Vessels Women’s Retreat: “God’s Precious Jewels:
Women of Holiness Shining and Sparkling in God’s Eyes,”
Saturday, February 25, 2012. The retreat offers spiritual
encouragement, empowerment and enlightenment. We are preparing
for an awesome time; stay tuned for early bird specials in the
weeks ahead. Registrations continue with and Early Bird
Specials through Sunday, December 25. You may register
immediately after worship in the East Lobby and the Midtown
Montgomery Lobby. Cost: $25.00 per person. The women at THE BLVD are
doing great things!
MISSION TRIP
2012
THE
BLVD has scheduled a Mission Trip to Nicaragua, May 17 – 23,
2012. An interest session is scheduled for November 20
immediately following 10:00AM worship service in room 03A.
Contact Debbie DeWitt
or Pastor Virzola
Law for additional
information.
WATSA
Wholistic Approach To Substance Abuse is a Christ-centered
recovery support group for addictions, co-dependency and
compulsive behavior. Meetings are Tuesdays at 6:00PM in 04N.
If you or someone you know is looking to drop the “baggage” of
addiction, discover how to do so through Bible Study, prayer,
and fellowship. Contact Essie Clay for more
information.
LOVE
CONNECTION
Love Connection/Cocaine
Anonymous is a citywide support group for men and women of all
ages, races and socio-economic backgrounds. Meetings are
Thursdays at 7:30PM in THE BLVD Family Life Center.
Contact Clarence
Boone at 901.355.1603 for
additional information.
ARE YOU A
BFF?
THE
BLVD Facebook Family is open to you. Get the latest news, get
inspirational quotes and get to know other like-minded people.
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MONEY
MATTERS
It’s
become an all-too-familiar headline – lay-offs and furloughs,
falling housing prices and rising consumer debt, declining retail
sales and increasing costs of living. Money – and the lack of it –
is a source of stress and frustration. And while people the world
over are working to stem the global financial situation we’re in,
folks at home are trying to gain some control over their own
financial situations, too. The Bible teaches us that “the people
perish because of a lack of knowledge.” Practicing positive, tried
and true money management techniques – and learning how to recognize
and avoid some “ripped from the headlines” consumer scams and
rip-offs – can help you weather tough economic times. Begin today to
educate yourself and your family about financial matters. The
Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation’s consumer protection
agency, created the website (Money Matters) to help you tackle some
money issues head-on. Visit
their website to learn more about managing your money
and various scams designed to separate you from your
money. |
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BOY SCOUTS
AND CUB SCOUTS POPCORN SALE
Our Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts will be selling
popcorn in the next few weeks at both East and Midtown Campuses. You
donation is a gift to our enlisted men and women serving our
country. Click here for selections. Contact Pastor
Daniel White at 901.272.5638.
BLVD EAST CHILDREN’S MINISTRY NEEDS
VOLUNTEERS
THE
BLVD East Children’s Ministry needs
volunteers (grandparents, parents and others) to work with nursery
(2 – KK) and Discipletown (grades 1 – 6) children. Please sign up
today at the volunteer servant table. Email Diane Young or call Pastor NaKeesha Weston at
901.272.5631 for additional information. The Children’s
Ministry is looking for
you! |
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GATHER FOR
PRAYER AT THE BLVD
Gather for prayer at THE BLVD Midtown on Wednesdays
at 6:00PM (Intercessory Prayer) in room 09A, Saturday at 9:00AM
(Hour of Power) in the Spiritual Officers’ Room and Sunday at 9:45AM
(Time to Talk With God) in the sanctuary.
PHONE A
PRAYER
Become a part of an exciting prayer community by
utilizing Phone a Prayer. Times are 6:00AM Sunday
through Saturday, 12:00PM Monday through Friday
with an 8:00AM Saturday Prayer and Praise session. Access
number: 218.844.8230 plus access
code: 915673#. The Men’s Prayer Call is
Saturday, 6:30AM – 7:00AM. Access
number: 605.477.2100 plus access
code:
1024438#.
PRAYER
REQUESTS
THE BLVD Prayer Ministries would like to partner
with you in prayer. The Prayer Request Box is located in the
Montgomery lobby outside the Chalice Bookstore. Prayer Request cards
are available in the pews and in Bible Study Classes. You may also submit requests by clicking
here.
VISITATION AND BEREAVEMENT
MINISTRY
If your loved one is hospitalized, confined at home,
or in a nursing home, you may request visitation by calling
901.729.6222. Please report all emergency hospitalizations and
bereavements to the On-Call Pastor at 901.569.7729. Visit our
website to view our current sick and bereaved
members. Continue to keep our sick and
bereaved in your thoughts and prayers.
SHARE YOUR
STORY
If
you or someone you know has recent news on achievements, community
involvement, or overcoming odds, go here and complete the online
form. Although we cannot promise that your
story will be featured in eNews, we encourage you to keep submitting
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