CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS LISTENING SESSIONS

In April of 2011, The Church Council appointed a Governance Team to review our Constitution and Bylaws.   During the last eleven months, the Governance Team has worked very hard in examining the Constitution and Bylaws and recommending to the Church Council proposed revisions.  The Church Council approved the proposed revisions on March 15.  It is now time for the Congregation to participate in Listening Sessions prior to seeking approval of the final Constitution and Bylaws at the Congregational Meeting scheduled for June 12, at 6:00PM.  We are asking for your approval of these revisions at the June meeting as we move from “Mediocrity to Greatness for God”.  Every member is encouraged to participate at one of the Listening Sessions scheduled from March through May 6.  Click here to view our Listening Session opportunities schedule.  You can obtain a copy of our Listening Session opportunities schedule on our website: www.theblvd.org or Church information Center.  Please note our special BLVD East Campus Listening Session is Sunday, April 29. Please avail yourselves accordingly as we continue to listen and discern what God has for our Church.

2012 WORSHIPPING WOMEN’S WORKSHOP

Pastor Janae Pitts-Murdock, Lead Pastor at MBCC, is the guest speaker at the 2012 Worshipping Women’s Workshop, Saturday, April 28 at The University of Memphis, Fogelman Executive Center, located at 330 Innovation Drive. You are encouraged to “come, learn, and GROW STRONG” as we explore prayer life, Bible Study and family and friends relationships. Click here for registration information.

PASTOR FRANK TO SPEAK AT LEXINGTON THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY’S 146^TH GRADUATION

Dr. Frank A. Thomas will deliver the keynote address at Lexington Theological Seminary’s 146^th graduation service on Friday, May 11.  The graduation service is at 10:00AM at Memorial Hall on the University of Kentucky campus adjacent to Lexington Theological Seminary. A bagpipe processional will precede the service. Click here for complete details.

THE BLVD GOES GLOBAL

Thirteen BLVD Servants will serve as Global Missionaries in Nicaragua, May 17 – 23. You can be a part of this amazing ministry by 1) Praying for the team while they are in Nicaragua; 2) Following them on Facebook, and 3) stopping by the Global Ministry Table April 22 – May 13 to make a donation to mission projects. Contact Pastor Virzola Law at 901.272.5603.

EXERCISE CLASSES AT THE BLVD

Exercise Classes at THE BLVD will end Thursday, April 26 for the summer.  Classes will resume in the Fall.  We will continue to “maintain” during 2012 and Spring into 2013.  We are looking for new Health and Wellness committee members.  Stay tuned for more details. Please note that the fitness room will remain OPEN for use.

MBCC VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE

We are looking for persons 18 years and older with prior volleyball league experience; male and female players.  If interested, please contact Helen Darling or June Johnson at 901.272.5640.

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.

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.

BLVD YOUTH KEYNOTE SPEAKER AT FIRST TEE GOLF CHALLENGE

Congratulations to Glenn Hill II, a junior at Harding Academy, for serving as the keynote speaker at the First Tee Golf Challenge in St. Augustine, Fla., and at the First Tee of Memphis Dinner in honor of pro golfer Loren Roberts. Glenn's other accomplishments include being a member of the 2012 All West Tennessee Wind Ensemble and a recipient of Summer Trombone Scholarship at MTSU Governors School of Music and Arts.

BLVD EAST SERVANTS NOMINATED FOR TSD WOMEN OF EXCELLENCE AWARD

BLVD East servants Deloris Burrow and Rev. Vivian Henry are nominated for the 2012 Women of Excellence Awards by the Tri-State Defender.  The annual event celebrates and honors African-American women who motivate and inspire others through their vision and leadership, exceptional achievements and personal contribution to the community.  Click here for complete details.

BLVD YOUTH CENTER STAGE AT POETIC AND PROSE PROGRAM

The Poetic Prose and Theatre Program is an eight week program for students ages 12 to 18.  It integrates aspects of spoken word, drama, acting and set design. It culminates with dramatics and poetry developed and performed by the students.  THE BLVD was well represented by three youth and Dr. Audrey Elion, the Administrative Chair of the Delta Fine Arts (DFA), Education, and Cultural Center’s Poetic Prose and Theatre Program on March 31.  The BLVD Youth were Christopher Terry (son of Dwight and Ann Terry, Darius Scott (son of Lolita and Everett Tucker) and KaRissa Gibson (niece of Dr. Audrey Elion).  This year’s sponsors, Hattilou Theatre and Theatre of Memphis, offered internships to Chris, Darius and KaRissa as a result of their outstanding acting skills.  All four BLVD members attend our East Campus and are active in our Youth and Cordova Life Groups. Delta Fine Arts (DFA), Education, and Cultural Center, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, launched by the Memphis Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to enhance and develop art appreciation and cultural enrichment programming for the Memphis and Shelby County community.

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.

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