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SPIRITUAL LIFE

NEWS AND EVENTS
STEWARDSHIP
NEXT GENERATION

CARE AND PRAYER
MEDIA
MISSISSIPPI BOULEVARD CHRISTIAN CHURCH
 

Dear Fellow Servant,

I met Rosa Parks Wednesday night through the eyes of Nikki Giovanni. If you were not at THE BLVD for the Dr. Barbara A. Holmes Lecture series with guest speaker Dr. Nikki Giovanni, you absolutely missed an opportunity to hear the voice of an African American legend. I may not agree with every statement she made, however I admire and respect her courage to make them and enjoyed having her in our presence at THE BLVD.

Last Sunday we brought our first 2010 sermon series, God’s Game Plan, to a close. Befittingly, the Saints won the Superbowl! Saints won because that’s what saints do. This Sunday, we enter into our next series, 40 Days of Love, and I am truly excited about it. You seem to be excited as well because we are almost out of journals. The journals are a daily exercise in loving one other person in your life who may need a little extra dose of Christian care. There is a very limited supply left so if you did not get yours last week, don’t miss your opportunity this week. You are also invited to join the Facebook Fan Page where you can get daily information about the journey, interact with others who are on the journey and connect with us on a first-to-know basis about the great things that are happening at THE BLVD. Along with the journals we are bringing awareness to several causes that touch our lives during the 40 Days of Love journey. Generally there is a support ribbon for a cause. We are wearing support colors for the causes. Sunday, February 14, we spotlight heart disease, HIV and AIDS. You are invited to join us by wearing something red in your attire this week. The full schedule is listed below in eNews.

This Sunday is also Valentine’s Day and we have a treat for you at both our Midtown location and our East location. Our 8:30am East Campus will have Grammy nominated gospel artist, Sheri Jones – Moffett as the guest musician. Her current song from her first solo release, Renewed, is one of the most popular songs played on gospel radio today. At our 10:00am Midtown Campus we have gospel great, Richard Smallwood. I cannot wait to hear Total Praise along with some of his other songs.

Can you believe it is time to start gearing up for Umoja 2010? Three days of excitement are planned for this year from Friday, April 23 through Sunday, April 25. Count this as your first Save-the-date notice. As we move forward with the plans we will have more information for you on tickets, sponsorships and group purchases.

If you have not yet done so, please remember to tune in to 15 Minutes of Faith with Dr. Frank Anthony Thomas every Wednesday from 6:00 – 6:15pm on 95.7fm. Invite your friends and family to listen. Come out for Mid-Week Service on Wednesdays at 7:00pm. We are currently going through a series called Fireproof Your Life. It’s a great series and everyone seems to be enjoying it. If you can’t make it on Wednesdays or on Sunday, you can always stream live on the internet at our website (www.theblvd.org) by clicking the Stream Live button.

See You Sunday.

  
DR. FRANK A. THOMAS Senior Servant
 

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PREPARING FOR LENT

The Lenten Season (February 17 – April 4) is upon us, and it is time to prepare for the transformation God has for you this year. Preparing for Lent involves thinking, praying and preparing your heart and schedules to take the journey with Christ and the Christian Community. If you have family (spouse, children), close friends, or distant email companions, you can begin sharing how you will support each other in the Lenten Journey. You may want to consider the following questions as you begin: What will you sacrifice in order to practice one of the spiritual disciplines? What changes are you willing to make in order to grow closer to God? How much time will you set aside daily to deepen your walk with Jesus? “40 Days of Love,” a weekly guide to assist you in the Lenten Journey, will be available by February 14th. Ash Wednesday Midweek Service on February 17th is a great time to start your plan.

 

40 DAYS OF LOVE JOURNAL

The Word of God says, “Love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 22:39 – NIV). Somewhere between reading the Word and obeying the Word, we allow life to override our Christian responsibility which is to love. February 14 – March 25 (40 days), THE BLVD family will focus on spreading God’s Love using a “Forty Days of Love Journal” of daily scripture readings. The Journal will enable us to record our personal growth and transformation, during Pastor Frank’s “Forty Days of Love” preaching series and the Lenten Season (February 17 – April 4). Journals will be available following Sunday worship at the sign up table in THE BLVD Midtown Montgomery Street Lobby.  In addition to the Journal, we are impelled to take note of specific issues that challenge our society. In response, we ask the congregation to support the awareness of these challenges by wearing the color that represents the area of emphasis listed below:

DATE

AREA OF EMPHASIS

COLOR

Sunday, February 14

Heart Disease/HIV/AIDS

Red Attire or Red Ribbon

Sunday, March 7

Domestic Violence

Purple

Sunday, March 14

Justice

White

Sunday, March 21

Child Abuse Awareness

Blue

 

JOURNEY OF HOPE

Grief is so much more than dealing with the loss of a loved one; it’s a part of the healing process. Join us at “Journey of Hope,” an eight-week grief support group on Tuesday from 6:00pm – 8:00pm at THE BLVD Midtown beginning February 16th. You may sign up following worship until Sunday, February 14th. Come and let us begin the healing process together. For more information, please contact Lillie Matlock or Essie Clay. You may also contact Pastor Law at 901.272.5603.

 

CANCER CARE GROUP

“Faithful Mercies”, a Care Group designed to assist persons who battle Cancer, and Caregivers of love ones who currently battle the disease, will begin a new 8-week session on Wednesday, February 17th at 5:30pm. The group will meet each Wednesday from 5:30pm – 6:45p.m. with Alice Hayes providing leadership. With “Faithful Mercies” you will never walk alone. For more information please contact Alice Hayes or Essie Clay.

 

WHOLISTIC APPROACH TO SUBSTANCE ABUSE

Have you been struggling with “that thing” in your life that you just can’t seem to break? The Wholistic Approach to Substance Abuse (W.A.T.S.A.) is here for you. Join Elder Clarence Boone and learn how to break free from that addiction through prayer and the Word of God. The setting is confidential and includes others who struggle with the stronghold of addiction. W.A.T.S.A. meets each Tuesday at 6:00pm. For more information, please contact Elder Clarence Boone or Essie Clay.

 

STEPHEN MINISTRY

Starting a new year can be difficult for those who have suffered the loss of a loved one. The Stephen Ministry is available to help you by providing confidential one-on-one Christian care. If you or someone you know is in need of this service, the following Stephen Ministry Leaders are available: Pastor Virzola Law, Minister Sheilah Easterling Smith, Rev. Vivian Henry or Rev. Gwen Henderson. For additional information, contact Pastor Virzola Law at 901.272.5603. Our Stephen Ministers are there to care!

 

STEPHEN MINISTRY RETREAT

The Stephen Ministry, a one-on-one care giving ministry, is offering a new training class and retreat, Saturday, February 20th. Training will convene in THE BLVD Midtown Chapel from 1:00pm – 4:00pm. Individuals with gifts that include faith, mercy, teaching, and discernment are encouraged to attend. For additional information, email Pastor Virzola Law or call 901.272.5603. The fee is $10 per person.

 

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.

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VOICE OVER ARTIST

If you are interested in becoming one of the voices of THE BLVD announcements and radio ads, please contact our Marketing and Communications office at 901.272.5616 or email Joyce McKinney.

 

THE BLVD MIDTOWN TRANSPORTATION MINISTRY

Great things are happening at THE BLVD; come and see for yourself! Please help us spread the gospel by volunteering to be a part of THE BLVD Midtown Transportation Ministry. If you enjoy people, want to evangelize, and have a valid driver’s license, this is the perfect ministry for your service. Help us reach others by volunteering today. For additional information, contact Minister Christopher Watson at 901.481.8908.

 

IT’S TIME FOR UMOJA! CALLING ALL SPONSORS, ADVERTISERS AND DONORS

Our 11th year of celebrating Umoja is right around the corner. If you are looking for a great opportunity to highlight your business products or services, why not advertise or become a sponsor in this year’s Umoja Celebration. We’re expecting a full house (2500 people) at each performance (Friday, April 23, Saturday, April, 24, and Sunday, April 25) so don’t miss this opportunity to advertise or purchase a sponsorship. Advertising and Sponsorship information is available in the Church Information Center (CIC) or from Bettye Boone at 901.272.5650.

 

2010 DISCIPLES WOMEN QUADRENNIAL ASSEMBLY

Attention All Women! Join with Disciple Women from around the world at the 2010 Disciples Women Quadrennial Assembly in Greensboro, North Carolina, June 23 – 27. We have two of our very own members who will be presenters (a first for THE BLVD.). Registration is open now. Early registration is $375 postmarked by March 31, 2010. After March 31, registration is $400. Visit www.quadrennial.org to download an application for registration.

 

ALVIN AILELY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER

Cultural Arts for everyone presents Alvin Ailey: American Dance Theater, March 19 – 21, 2010 at the Orpheum Theater. For tickets call 901.623.3000.

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2010 YOUTH MINISTRY UPDATE

  • High School Graduate Scholarships: An orientation session will be held at 6:00PM on February 24th in the MLK Seminar Room. Attendance is mandatory for all scholarship applicants and their parents. It is imperative that students be active participants in Bible Study and youth activities.
  • Mentors & Leaders Needed: If you are an adult and would like to do something meaningful and clear, we are inviting you to become a youth mentor or team leader. Yes, we desire adults who are willing, worthy, responsible and yet “hip enough” to connect with students. For questions or inquiries, contact Pastor Sharkey.
  • Young Adult Ministry “Year of Growth”: Young Adults are encouraged to get connected in 2010.  Please pick up a Young Adult Ministry Information flyer at the Security Desk or in the Church Information Center (CIC). Contact Pastor Pastor Neko Sharkey or visit the website at www.theblvd.org for additional information.

 

MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL BIBLE STUDY

Bible Study classes for all middle and high school students are in session from 8:30am – 9:45am every Sunday. We are currently studying Rites of Passage Curriculums, which is a requirement for all BLVD Midtown middle and high school students. Please attend as we strive to achieve excellence for the whole family.

 

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

The Children's Ministry (Discipletown & Middle School) is currently offering several opportunities to unleash your passion to serve and change the life of a child! Please contact Pastor Weston at 901.272.5631.

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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 clicking 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.

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RADIO BROADCASTS

Our Sunday Broadcast is at 10:30am on WDIA (1070 AM), and our Wednesday Broadcast is at 6:00pm on WHAL (95.7 Hallelujah FM).

 

NEW MAIL ORDER SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE AT MEDIA STATION

Sign up on Sunday for a Media Quarterly subscription and receive a copy (CD or DVD) of each week’s Sunday sermon. The CD/DVD will be mailed to your home or office each week for 12 weeks; no lines, no waiting. With your subscription, you will receive a 20% savings and a free decorative CD/DVD case. CD subscriptions are $48 and DVD subscriptions are $96.

 

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)

 

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