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MISSISSIPPI BOULEVARD CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Dear Fellow Servant,

This week I prepared another eNews video message for you. Please click on my image below to watch my eNews video message, then click “Watch Video” tab next to my photo on our website.

As parents sometimes we forget how quickly our children grow from toddlers to teens and eventually into adulthood. I can remember when my own daughter was born and now we are leaving her to spend several weeks in Europe without us. As parents, Joyce and I have to accept that growth is inevitable. However, we also have to take the responsibility of providing her with the tools she needs to be successful. These tools are not only found in our words of wisdom on what to do and say, they are also in our actions; in what we do and say. The same rules apply when we speak of our spiritual children.

We, as a body of Christ, have a responsibility to the children and youth of THE BLVD. We say we believe in them and support their effort but how do we show it? I was personally touched by the picture of the little girl holding a sign that reads “If you believe in me…invest in me”. It is true. Anything we believe in gets our time, talent and treasure because we know that our giving yields a greater reward.

Give your time through volunteerism. I am sure Ministers Sharkey, Watson and Weston would appreciate help with the Children and Youth Renovation Project. It may seem like a small gift but to the ministry it could be a huge help. Perhaps you have some expertise or access to items that will cut costs as we move forward with the project. That is offering your talent. And we all know that treasure (financial support) is essential.

I am not insensitive to the rough economic times that are upon us. I realize many of us are in a situation that may be less conducive to giving treasure. However, for less than the cost of a small latte per day you could be a $500 giver by the end of the year. In addition there is always the “Believe In Me Shopping Network” Gift Registry that contains the children and youth wish list. Connect with others in your ministry, your family or friends and as a team purchase an item on the registry. Remember, purchasing an item from the registry is just like giving cash. Last week we highlighted the Nintendo Wii Gaming System. We are still waiting for the angel who will bless us with this gift so we will again make it our item of the week. The item number is Item# CYR020. Click here for more information to view and purchase registry items.

Don’t forget Monday, May 25 is Memorial Day. THE BLVD offices will be closed to all activities, meetings and classes for the day. The offices will reopen Tuesday, May 26. And then the month will be almost over which means we will be bringing our Sons and Daughters home for the Family Reunion each Wednesday night in June. Plan ahead and join us each Wednesday night for a powerful message from some truly anointed leaders who once called THE BLVD home. Watch your bulletins and announcements for more information coming soon.

I enjoy connecting with you weekly via the eNews. I welcome your feedback, comments and suggestions anytime at http://theblvdblog.org.

I hope you will take some time over the holiday to enjoy your family, give some thought to our youth and children, and most of all to thank God for another day.

Pastor Frank

DR. FRANK A. THOMAS Senior Servant

SPIRITUAL LIFE |

SERVANTS MINISTRIES VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Have you connected your passion to influence others with your responsibility to serve? Urgent volunteer opportunities are available in Christian Education and New Servants ministries. Pastor Janae Pitts invites you to participate in transformational ministry as an Instructor or an Ambassador. For more information, contact Pastor Janae Pitts at 901.272.5630.

NEWS AND EVENTS |

HOLIDAY CLOSING

Please note that MBCC will observe Monday, May 25^th as Memorial Day Holiday. The offices will be closed and all activities (Bible Study Classes, Meetings, etc.) are cancelled. For additional information, you may contact the church at 901.729.6222.

CPR & THE BLVD

The American Heart Association wants a million people to learn CPR to help save cardiac arrest victims as part of National CPR & AED (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation & Automated External Defibrillator) Awareness Week, June 1 – 7. The week encourages the public to get CPR training and learn how to use an AED. In support of CPR & AED Awareness Week, June 1 – 7, the MBCC Christian Health Organization will provide a CPR for Family and Friends Course on Saturday, June 6^th from 8:30AM – 11:30AM in the Fellowship Hall. Our goal is to train 50 persons. There is a $2.50 fee (payable upon registration) to cover the cost of course materials. However, pre-registration is required in order to provide training materials. Please stop by one of the registration tables after service beginning Sunday, May 24^th or place a completed registration form in the box in the CIC. You don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn how to save a life! For more information about National CPR & AED Awareness Week and to find out more about training, visit this link, or call 1-877-AHA-4CPR. The MBCC contact is Genwyl Glover at 901.873.1189.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY GIRLS NIGHT OUT

The Women’s Ministry will host Girls Night Out at the Movies to view and discuss “The Secret Life of Bees” on Friday, May 29^th at 6:00PM in the Fellowship Hall. Bring a bag of microwave popcorn and join us. For more information, email the Women’s Ministry.

THE WOMEN OF WORSHIP CHOIR

Attention all ladies! If you are interested in ministering in song, The Women of Worship Choir will minister on Sunday, June 14^th at 10:00AM. For additional information, contact the Music Ministry office at 901.272.5614/5617.

WOMEN OF WORSHIP OF REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

Monday, June 1^st6:30PM

Monday, June 8^th 6:30PM

Thursday, June 11^th 6:30PM

Saturday, June 13^th 11:00AM

All rehearsals will convene in the Adult Choir Room (M206).

CONGREGATIONAL HEALTH NETWORK

The Congregational Health Network is collaborating with Methodist Hospital and area churches. THE BLVD is also a part of this collaboration and will provide workshops on care-giving, hospital visitation and health disparities. THE BLVD will provide a specialized care program which will track the progress of members after they return home from the hospital. The goal is to have a healthier congregation. If you are interested in being a part of this program, please stop by the sign-up table following Sunday worship and receive information and incentives. For additional information, contact Pastor Virzola Law at 901.272.5603.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY KICK-OFF SUCCESSFUL

The Women's Ministry Kick-Off on April 25^th was a tremendous success! One of the many highlights was the unveiling of our new identity. With II Corinthians 4:7 as our guiding scripture, we are now known as the Chosen Vessels Women's Ministry; "for we have this treasure in earthen vessels that the excellence of the power may be of God and not of us." II Corinthians 4:7. Over 100 women attended the kickoff; more than 70 white bath towels were presented to the baptismal ministry; over 50 women signed up to attend the Embracing Your Strengths Bible Study which began on Wednesday, May 6^th; and several women joined our circles/small groups. If you missed the kick off you can still get involved. Stop by the CIC to pick up a copy of the May/June calendar of activities. For more information about the Women’s Ministry, email us.

MEN’S CLOTHING NEEDED

The Clothes Closet is in need of men’s clothing (all sizes). You may bring your (gently worn and laundered) clothes to the Security lobby, Montgomery Street entrance. For additional information, call 901.729.6222.

CHURCH PICTORIAL DIRECTORY

Families and individuals who took a picture for the church pictorial directory may stop by the Church Information Center (CIC) on Sunday to pick up your directory.

STEWARDSHIP|

CALLING ALL BUSINESSES

THE BLVD will be hosting a Member Business Expo in June 2009 and publishing a Member Business directory in September 2009. Please come by the Member Business table today to sign-up for the Expo and the membership directory. We want to help your business to continue to be successful in these challenging times.

FINANCIAL “U” CLASSES – SIGN-UP

Registration has begun for Financial “U” classes that will begin June 6^th. The classes are FREE, but sign-up is required for participation. Please review the schedule below and then go online to enroll, or sign-up on Sunday at the sign-up table. You may also call 901.272.5650 during the week to sign-up by phone. These classes have been designed to help you manage your financial resources in the manner in which God intended. Please see class schedule below:

Managing Your Finances Saturday, June 9; 9:00AM – 12:00PM (RM 05A)

Managing Your Credit & Debt Saturday, June 13; 9:00AM – 12:00PM (RM 05A)

Insurance Basics *Two 1-hr sessions Sunday, June 7 & 14; 8:30AM – 9:30AM (RM TBD)

Savings and Investing Saturday, June 20; 9:00AM (Room 05A)

KROGER/SCHNUCKS CARD: BEGIN LOADING AGAIN

It is still critical that you load your Kroger/Schnucks’ card in order to benefit our children’s/youth renovation project. If you have not loaded your card lately, please do so as soon as possible. Don’t have a card? Please come by the Security Desk on Sunday to pick-up a card or contact Bettye Boone at 901.272.5650 during the week at the church to get a card. Your support is greatly appreciated

NEXT GENERATION |

MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

Attention all Parents of Middle School and High School Students: This summer the Middle School and High School ministries are offering a Leadership Institute that will run from June 1 – July 30. The Leadership Institute will offer training on various principles of leadership, project management skills, and creative arts. There is a one time $25.00 registration fee per teen which covers the entire session and two meals per day. If you are interested please visit the High School Ministry website or contact Pastor Sharkey or Pastor Weston to obtain a registration packet. The deadline for registration is May 24^th. Participants will be accepted on a first come first served basis and there is a 50 student capacity for each session.

CHILDREN AND MIDDLE SCHOOL RENOVATION RELOCATION

Due to the current renovation project in the Discipletown area, a list of temporary classroom sites has been compiled. Click here for dates and classroom assignments.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH RENOVATION PROJECT

MBCC Children and Youth say “thank you” to everyone who has given to their renovation project. If you have not made a pledge or given to the project, you can still do so through December 2009. You can purchase an item through the Gift Registry, make a cash donation or make a pledge. Not sure how to make a pledge and stay within your budget? Well, an “example” would be pledging today (May 24^th) $465 and then paying $15 each Sunday for the next 31 Sundays to pay off your pledge. In these tough economic times, giving a little over an extended period of time can really help you stay on track while supporting this project. If you are interested in pledging, please write PLEDGE on the special Children and Youth envelope and place it in the offering tray or you can use the same envelope and place your pledge in the offering slot located in the Montgomery lobby. Again, thank you for your support!

NURSERY PARENTS…WE NEED YOU!

To ensure that our Pee Wee Disciples are safe and that the nursery is in compliance with the State of Tennessee ’s adult to child ratio, we are in desperate need of parental volunteers. We are asking that each parent volunteer at least one Sunday a quarter. Please contact Pastor Weston or Annette Bowen or call 901.272.5662 to sign up!

CHILDREN AND MIDDLE SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

The Children and Middle School ministries are offering some very exciting and innovative activities! Please click here to get a list of all activities.

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” 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.

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MEDIA |

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!

OWN A PIECE OF CIVIL RIGHTS HISTORY

A packaged set of sermons preached by Dr. Joseph Lowery at THE BLVD will be available in the Bellevue lobby and Bookstore lobby following Sunday worship service. CD’s are $20 each and DVD’s are $40 each.

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

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