This Week's

   

SPIRITUAL LIFE

NEWS AND EVENTS
STEWARDSHIP
NEXT GENERATION

CARE AND PRAYER
MEDIA
MISSISSIPPI BOULEVARD CHRISTIAN CHURCH
 

Dear Fellow Servant,                                                     

I’m back! Africa is always a moving and relaxing experience for me. I cannot tell you how wonderful it was to have this time away with my family to just exhale. As happy as I was to be there, I am overjoyed to be home with you.

Before I get into the great things happening at THE BLVD, I have to remind you that Daylight Savings Time begins this Sunday morning, March 14! Please remember to Spring Forward meaning set your clocks forward by one hour before you go to bed Saturday night so that you are on time for worship Sunday morning. 

This week we passed the halfway mark of our 40 Days of Love journey.  In this second half of the journey we have a few events planned that involve you.  Please put these on your calendar:

·         March 14 - This Sunday is Justice Awareness.  We are showing our support for Justice by wearing white or white accents.

·         March 21 – We are renewing our commitment to love.  This commitment can be to loving another person, yourself or to loving God. 

·         March 28 – Child Abuse Awareness Sunday.  We are showing our support by donning blue or blue accents.

·         March 29 thru April 3 – Church Fast

We culminate our journey on Easter Sunday, April 4.  Although the Daily Dares in the journal end on March 25, the back of the journal gives you daily scriptures to read and meditate on until Easter.  If you don’t have a journal, you can also follow us on THE BLVD (Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church) Facebook page where we upload the daily dares every day.  With so many churches in Memphis having to make door-closing decisions, it is very important that we as a church family fast and pray for the health of THE BLVD.  A healthy church grows and ministers to the community.  A healthy church is a servant church. 

I am closing this week’s note with a call to action for you.  At THE BLVD we do a lot of wonderful things with excellence.  One of those wonderfully excellent things is our annual production of Umoja which is about a month away.  For those three days (April 23 -25), our Midtown pulpit is transformed into a Broadway-style production stage filled with amazing singers, dancers and actors.  With all of this excellence, we want the whole city…the region to come and experience THE BLVD. We need your help.  First, I need you to commit to purchasing tickets and then to spreading the word about Umoja 2010 to friends and family so they can also experience this amazing production.  Tickets are available during business hours at the Midtown Campus all week and on Sundays at both locations. Also pick up some of our playbills and business cards to distribute.  Umoja is our production and we all should take part in making it a success.

Don’t forget to listen to 15 Minutes of Faith with Dr. Frank Anthony Thomas, Wednesdays on 95.7 at 6pm. I really want to hear from you.  Just in case you missed last week’s program, you can hear the replay weekly. Help me make this radio program the best that it can be. 

See you Sunday.

  
DR. FRANK A. THOMAS Senior Servant
 

SPIRITUAL LIFE |

SEASON OF LENT

As the Community of Faith, we are practicing “40 Days of Love” (February 17 – April 4). What will you sacrifice in order to practice the spiritual discipline, Love? 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? In order to connect with the Sermon Series, “40 Days of Love,” included are some suggestions to assist you in your journey of “love” during Lent. Click here for more information.

 

GOD’S THREE HUNDRED: MEN’S BIBLE STUDY

The Men’s Bible Study, “God’s 300” meets each Sunday at 8:30am in the 2nd floor conference room, across from the MLK Seminar Room. Contact Minister Christopher Watson for more information at 901.272.5606.

 

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.

NEWS AND EVENTS |

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME: SRPING FORWARD

Remember to set your clocks ahead one hour on Saturday, March 13 at midnight.

 

CONGREGATIONAL HEALTH NETWORK

The Congregational Health Network of Methodist Healthcare is in partnership with THE BLVD for healthier lifestyles, and for quality care before and after your hospital stays. Stop by the Congregational Health Network table each Sunday during the month of March and find out how you can take steps toward a healthy life, and how to encourage one another. For additional information contact Sheilah Easterling-Smith or call 901.516.5617.

 

DIVERSITY DEVELOPER INCUBATOR

In 2008, the City of Memphis established a new initiative, the Diversity Developer Incubator (DDI), as an attempt to increase the number of Minorities and Women participating in Real Estate Development. The DDI is a Real Estate Development Training Course consisting of a combination of course study and real life Project Development. Additional goals of the DDI are to increase the number of private and public partnerships attacking blight throughout the City of Memphis, and to become the “model” program for increasing the presence of Minorities and Women in Real Estate Development. Monday, March 15 is the deadline for applications. Click here for course overview and application form. Flyers are available in THE BLVD Midtown CIC.

 

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS

Domestic violence touches the lives of Americans of all ages, leaving a devastating impact on women, men and children of every background and circumstance. A family's home becomes a place of fear, hopelessness and desperation when a woman is battered by her partner, a child witnesses the abuse of a loved one, or a person is victimized by family members. Since the 1994 passage of the landmark Violence Against Women Act, championed by then Senator Joe Biden, our nation has strengthened its response to this crime and increased services for victims. Still, far too many people and their families in this country and around the world are affected by domestic violence. In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness, we encourage the congregation to wear purple on Sunday, March 7 in support of ending domestic violence.

 

WOMEN’S MINISTRY BRUNCH

The Chosen Vessels Women's Ministry is hosting The Legacy Luncheon: A Celebration of Generations Touching and Connecting the Family, Saturday, April 10, 11:00am – 1:00pm in THE BLVD Midtown Fellowship Hall. This gathering promises both inspirational and uplifting as we celebrate the gift of womanhood across generations. Tickets are $10 per person (all ages) and will be on sale at East and Midtown campuses each Sunday from March 14 – April 4.

 

CATCH THE SPIRIT: UMOJA 2010

It’s time again for Umoja! Umoja is scheduled for April 23 – 25. If you would like to participate as a Dancer (ages 6 and up) or Volunteer (stagehand, prop assistant, runner, costumers, etc.), you may sign up starting Sunday, March 7th after worship at THE BLVD Midtown location, Montgomery Street Lobby. You may also send your contact information by email. Come “Catch the Spirit” of Umoja 2010!

 

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 (2,500 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 CIC or from Bettye Boone at 901.272.5650.

 

THANKS TO ALL VOICE OVER APPLICANTS

THE BLVD Midtown Communications Ministry would like to thank all persons who responded to the call for Voice Over Artist. We have currently satisfied the position and ask that you watch the bulletin and eNews for opportunities in the future.

 

RISE TO SERVANTHOOD: MANNA OUTREACH NEEDS YOU!

March is Manna Outreach Recruitment Month and we are in dire need of volunteers (deliverers, callers and partners). You may sign up at the Manna Outreach table after Sunday worship during the month of March. Ask a neighbor, coworker, church-member, relative or friend who believes in the power of service to volunteer for THE BLVD Manna Outreach Ministry. For additional information, contact Ellen Nickelberry (901.366.1078 or 901.218.6807) or Annette Crutchfield (901.679.8421).

 

NCBW SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY

The National Coalition of 100 Black Women (NCBW), Inc., Memphis Chapter Scholarship Program is currently accepting applications. Interested ladies may pick up an application in the CIC. April 30 is the deadline for applications. For additional questions or assistance, please call 901.831.8739.

 

CALLING ALL CREATIVE PERSONS

Do you have a burning desire to use your God-given gift of creative arts (drama, spoken word, sketch artist, prop design, etc.) in your weekly church worship service? Look no further than THE BLVD Creative Arts Ministry. Unleash your passion to serve by joining this new ministry. For more information contact Veda Bankhead or call 901.272.5621.

 

THE BLVD MIDTOWN TRANSPORTATION MINISTRY

Great things are happening at THE BLVD, come and see! 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.

 

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. After March 31, registration is $400. Visit here to download an application for registration.

 

ALVIN AILELY AMERICAN DANCE THEATER

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

 

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

Our own, Dr. Leo H. Davis, Jr. has been slated to receive the Gospel Music Excellence Award, Sunday, March 14 at 7:00pm at New Direction Christian Church. Congratulations Dr. Davis!

 

We would also like to congratulate Rev. Sonia Walker who is a 2010 Women of Achievement honoree and award recipient in the field of Initiative. The 2010 Women of Achievement event is Sunday, March 14 at the Holiday Inn University of Memphis at 4pm. Click here for additional information.

NEXT GENERATION |

LOVE PROJECTS FOR HIGH SCHOOL & YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY

The High School and Young Adult Ministry has adopted a Love Project, Health Kits for Haiti. Please obtain a Health Kits for Haiti packet, complete with instructions and deadlines from the THE BLVD Midtown CIC, THE BLVD East Lobby or online.

 

SUNDAY SCHEDULE: DISCIPLETOWN & MIDDLE SCHOOL

Join Discipletown and Middle School in Bible Study every Sunday and worship on designated Sundays.

TIME

ACTIVITY

LOCATION

8:30am

Discipletown Bible Study

Discipletown

8:30am

Middle School Bible Study

Overcomer’s Village

10:00am

Discipletown Worship (3rd & 4th Sundays)

Discipletown

10:00am

Middle School Worship (1st & 3rd Sundays)

Overcomer’s Village

For additional information, you may email Pastor NaKeesha Weston or call 901-272-5631.

 

YEAR OF GROWTH: YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY

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 CIC. Contact Pastor Pastor Neko Sharkey or visit our website 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.

CARE AND PRAYER|

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 NEW stories of interest.

MEDIA |

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.

 

MAIL ORDER SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE AT MEDIA STATION

Sign up for a quarterly media subscription and receive a copy (CD or DVD) of each week’s Sunday sermon. The CD/DVD will be mailed to the address of your choice 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 CDs and DVDs 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 until 11:00am each Monday. We would love to hear from you. Share your comments!

 

BOOKSTORE HOURS

Sundays: (8:00am – 10:00am and 12:00pm – 1:00pm); Wednesdays: (3:00pm – 7:00pm)

 

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