Dear Fellow Servants:

Sunday, we begin a whole new chapter to life as we know it at THE BLVD.  It’s our first run-through of worship services at both locations: THE BLVD in Midtown and THE BLVD East.  Our official launch of THE BLVD East is Sunday, September 27^th but of course we believe that excellence comes with proper planning which is why we are having two pre-launch Sundays of worship at the East location prior to the official launch.  As we move forward I hope that you are keeping us as a family in your prayers and that you are consecrating yourself so that your prayers bring a level of blessing that puts us into overflow.

This weekend, I am sure many of you will be enjoying the festivities that come with the fun of the Annual Southern Heritage Classic. I believe having fun can prolong your life when done without abandonment of sensibility.  I also believe it is good to gather with like-minded people for a common purpose: enjoyment.  Next weekend, you have an opportunity to again gather with like-minded people for a common purpose: enlightenment.  The difference is that next weekend all you have to do is show up and watch God show out.  On the surface, next weekend may not sound as exciting as a football game and tailgating but inside where spiritual wellness dwells, you will find that your return on next weekend is far greater and life-changing.

If you are a servant of THE BLVD in any capacity, I am not only inviting you; I am encouraging you to come out Friday, September 18 and Saturday, September 19 to participate in our Consecration Weekend.  Alicia Britt Chole is a powerfully anointed and internationally sought after speaker and woman of God. She will be going deeply with questions like:

·         Have you formed an alliance with fear?

·         Do you possess the strength to be nothing?

·         Does your “Yes, God” have conditions?

You don’t want to miss the words that will be coming out of her mouth!  To properly plan meals and snacks we need to know if you will be here.  Click here to sign up on-line now or via the bulletin insert or designated table following worship on Sunday.  To get the full details about the who and what of Consecration Weekend at THE BLVD click here.

We had the unveiling of the Children and Youth space last Sunday and people were wall-to-wall.  I was so proud to see all of you there. WOW was the most used phrase from our unofficial survey followed closely by AWESOME and GOOD JOB.  Just in case you didn’t see it, click here to check out our open house pictures.  Last Sunday was our final official push for funding the project.  We raised $5,800 Sunday which left us about $5,200 short of our $11,000 goal.  I am very thankful that you gave. I am also a believer and my belief tells me that there is nothing too hard so I have the faith that we will get to 100% of our goal soon.  If you want to give to the project, you may still give by marking your envelope with “Children and Youth”.   

Finally, I want to invite you to come out the rest of the month as I begin my new series Great Questions of the Bible.  So many of life’s most difficult dilemmas can be resolved through applying God’s word.  What I will do with this series is explore the questions and the answers as they pertain to your life today.  This series will run through Sunday, November 1^st.

Enjoy your weekend.  Be safe.  Be evangelistic.  Be Boulevard!

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION REGISTRATION

Are you interested in learning more about the Bible and how you can apply Scripture to your life? Register NOW for any one of our short term or ongoing Bible Studies. Click here for course descriptions or go to the Christian Education table in the Bellevue or Montgomery lobby. Bible classes begin Sunday September 13^th. For more information, contact Pastor Janae Pitts.

PRAYER REQUESTS

THE BLVD Prayer Ministries would like to partner with you to make your requests known unto God: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7. (NIV) Please share your prayer requests with us by placing them in the Prayer Box in the Montgomery Lobby outside of The Chalice Bookstore. Request forms are available above the Prayer Box, in the pews and in Bible Study Classes. You may also submit requests by clicking here.

KROGER/SCHNUCKS CARD: BEGIN LOADING AGAIN

Have you used your Kroger of Schnucks Card lately? If not, why not? The children at THE BLVD like our children at home need additional materials (school supplies, clothes, etc.) to learn and grow. When you load money on the card the church receives 5% in a CASH payment which is applied to our Children and Youth Programs. Start loading your card today to benefit our children and youth.  For additional information, contact Bettye Boone at 901.272.5650.

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” phone number at 901.569.7729. Visit our website by click here to view our current sick and bereaved list. 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 NEW stories of interest.

RADIO BROADCASTS

Every Sunday morning, you can listen to us on WLOK (1340 AM) at 8AM and WDIA (1070 AM) at 10:30AM.

NEW CD/DVD PRICES

You can purchase CD’s and DVD’s from the media sales stations and Chalice bookstore for $5 (CD) and $10(DVD). These products include the Sunday sermon in an unedited form and do not always include music. Help us spread a word of hope and encouragement by giving someone a copy of a CD or DVD today!

WEEKLY WORSHIP SURVEY

We need you! Share your comments and feedback with our Worship Design team each week concerning your weekly worship experience. You can go online after each worship service and complete a short survey. The survey is open for you until 11:00AM each Monday. We would love to hear from you. Click here to share your comments.

BOOKSTORE HOURS

Sundays: (8:00AM – 10:00AM and 12:00PM – 1:00PM); Wednesdays: (3:00PM – 7:00PM)

UPDATE YOUR MEMBER PROFILE

If you’ve recently moved, changed your address, phone number, or e-mail address…we want to hear from you! Click here and complete the short online form to receive the latest and the greatest information from THE BLVD!