Dear Servant,

As I watched the Presidential Election debate Wednesday night, I contemplated how historians will record this Presidential Election. I was very excited to see my members and other people lined up waiting to cast their vote at our early voting satellite location Wednesday and Thursday.   I cast my vote early yesterday (see my photo by clicking here) and prayed for peace and harmony during the remainder of this voting period.  Remember, God has everything in control and there’s nothing that will happen without His approval. So, I am asking you to continue to pray for our country, vote and trust in God. I encourage you to vote early and beat the crowd; please remember that your vote is very important (see the early voting locations and operating hours information in the News and Events section below, or click here).

CHILDREN’S SABBATH CELEBRATION

Destiny Is Calling: Growing Pains is the theme for our Children’s Sabbath Celebration Worship Service this Sunday. Our children will be leading our worship service; so please invite your family and friends to share in this special worship celebration. Our children need our support; our attendance is love in action. Be in the house!

MID-WEEK SERVICES

Our midweek filling station is in the MLK Seminar Room at 7:00PM. We have much to pray for during this time of decision making and economy challenges, so come and discover how God’s love frees us from fear to embrace a victorious life. Our October series, “Somewhere Between Fear and Love” will strengthen, encourage, and give a Word that will be just for you to encourage yourself and share with a friend or loved one. Click here for the mid-week video.

Our mid-week youth/children services are the places just for our youth/children. We have FLAVA for grades 8 through 12 andSPARKS for grades 1 through 7. Our youth/children will have Christ-centered services with food, fun and fellowship. Encourage your youth/children to attend.

HELPING HANDS AND HEARTS

We will be having another Helping Hands and Hearts Ministry project on Saturday, October 25, 2008. We are looking for volunteers to serve in many capacities. The goal of this project is to provide cleaning for the elderly and chronically ill persons at no charge from 8:30AM to 1:00PM. You may sign up to serve in this ministry by clicking here or contacting Donna Fitchpatric at 901.276.5602. For additional information click here. Click here to view last year’s Servants In Action photos.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT - “GREAT JOY”

I am still excited about Grammy, Stellar, and Dove Award-winner gospel Singer Donnie McClurkin performing live at our Christmas Concert on December 14^th at 4:00PM. Our concert tickets are going fast. Do you have your ticket? Please do not wait until the last minute to buy your ticket to see Donnie McClurkin in full concert and our phenomenal BLVD’s choirs and orchestra. Tickets may be purchased at the Church after services on Sundays and Wednesdays; Monday through Thursday, 9:00AM to 8:00PM; Friday, 9:00AM to 6:00PM; and Saturdays, 9:00AM to 3:00PM. Tickets are $20.00 each until Sunday, December 7^th; and $25.00 each during the week of the concert. We anticipate our concert tickets selling out early this year, so you really need to buy your tickets TODAY.

With a Servant’s heart,

Pastor Frank

PRAYER TIME: CALLING ALL SERVANTS

All Blvd Servants are encouraged to join us in a season of prayer for theStewardship Series, October 26^th through November 16th. We also encourage you to pray for the upcoming presidential election, the economy, and our leaders. You may pick up your “Prayer Time” guide, which contains applicable scriptures and themes, following Sunday’s worship service. The option to fast is available for those who feel the Lord’s leading in that direction. For More information, email Pastor Virzola Law or call 901.272.5603.

GOLDEN FRIEND’S 55-ALIVE: AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM

The Golden Friends will again sponsor the 55 Alive Mature Driving Course For Seniors on November 6th and 7^th from 9:00AM - 1:00PM at MBCC. Mr. Robert Allen is the AARP instructor. The fee is $10.00 per person to be paid by check or money order, made payable to AARP. You must attend both days (sessions) in order to be awarded a Certificate of Completion, which can be used for auto insurance discounts in most states (check with agent). You may register at sign-up tables following worship service on Sunday, October 26^th and Sunday, November 2^nd. For additional information, contact Mrs. Emily Jackson at 901.743.3407.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION RECOMMENDATONS

Are you in a Bible Class yet? The following classes are available: Disciples of Christ (DOC) Beliefs, Rituals and Statements, an 8-week class taught by James Shell I Room 5A, Salvation and Suffering, a 4-week course taught by Pastor Janae Pitts in Room 10A, and The Twelve Parables of Jesus, an 8-week course, will be taught by Rev. Delois Broady in Room 8A. For additional information click here or you may email Pastor Janae Pitts or call her at 901.272.5630

HOW DO YOU WALK THE WALK YOU TALK?

This 8-week study is designed by young adults for young adults.  Everyone is waiting to see if you will walk the walk you talk.  Find out how to do just that as we take a look at passages from the book of Ephesians.  Join us each Sunday morning at 8:30am in Room 06A.  For more information, email Pastor Janae Pitts or call 901.272-5630.

ANNUAL HIV/AIDS COMMUNITY HEALING SERVICE

On Sunday, October 26^th, at 6:00PM, Calvary Episcopal Church, 102 N. Second St. downtown Memphis, will host the 20^th Annual HIV/AIDS Community Healing Service. Pastor Thomas will preach and the Sanctuary Choir will provide music for this service of hope and healing. For additional information, click here.

A WOMAN’S TOUCH

The women of THE BLVD are invited to join Pentecostal Missionary Baptist Church Women’s Ministry for a weekend retreat Oct. 31 – Nov. 1 at Montgomery Bell State Park Inn in Burns, TN. Pastor Janae Pitts and Pastor Virzola Law will serve as conference speakers. Please come join us in an awesome weekend away from home. Get more information at the Women’s Ministry Table in the bookstore lobby or email Pastor Law.

CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION 2008: GREAT JOY

Looking for an opportunity to market your business, services or organization in a BIG WAY?  Then advertise in the MBCC Christmas Concert program booklet. More than 5,000 readers will be looking at your business, services or organization.  For more information, come by the Church Information Center to pick-up your package, email Bettye Boone or call 901.546.5650, or click here.

MBCC FINANCIAL “U” CLASSES START NOVEMBER 1^ST

MBCC Financial “U” has been established to empower adults, youth and children in the biblical and practical management of their financial resources. On October 5^th MBCC Financial “U” finished the Dave Ramsey–Financial Peace Class with five families participating. In order to assist and support members during these very critical economic times, beginning Saturday, November 1^st, we will offer additional classes on financial management (credit, debt, insurance, savings and investing). Please stop by the sign-up table on Sunday. Class size is limited to thirty people on a first-come, first-served basis. Information on Financial “U” is available in the Church Information Center. Please reserve your seat today!

MBCC FINANCIAL “U” NEEDS MORE COACHES

Are you knowledgeable in financial principles? Do you desire to share that knowledge with others in your church family and the community?  Please sign up on Sunday near the bookstore, email Bettye Boone or call 901-272-5650 or for more information. We need “U”!

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

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RADIO BROADCASTS

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

SERMON CDs

Purchase your copy of sermon CD’s for $10 on Sunday’s after our worship celebrations at two locations: Front lobby (Bellevue side) and in front of the Chalice bookstore (Montgomery side). You can also purchase copies during the week at the receptionist's desk.

WEEKLY WORSHIP SURVEY

We need you!!! Share your comments and feedback with our Worship Design team each week concerning your weekly worship experience. Go here after each worship service to give us your feedback by completing a short survey. You have until 11AM Monday morning to share your comments. Let us hear from you. Click and comment!

NEW BOOKSTORE HOURS

Sunday (8AM – 10AM and 12PM – 1PM); Wednesday (3:30PM – 7:30PM)

UPDATE YOUR MEMBER PROFILE

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