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MISSISSIPPI BOULEVARD CHRISTIAN CHURCH
 

Dear Fellow Servant,                                                     

No matter how much you love someone, you can never love as much as God loved.  Think about that.  In this season as we reflect on the things God did so that we could live, it should be sufficient enough for you to rejoice right now as you are reading this note.  His sacrifices and suffering was for us.  We should live with this precious gift in mind not just during the 40 Days of Love but every day. 

In this Lenten season we are recognizing His sacrifice by committing to a church-wide fast beginning this Monday, March 29, 2010 through Saturday, April 3, 2010.  For those six days, we are asking you to search your heart and fast in accordance to what God lays on your heart whether it is refraining from caffeine, sweets, shopping, television, certain beverages or other hard-to-do-without things.  In the 40 Days of Love journal we offer some tips for fasting.  You can also visit THE BLVD (Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church) Facebook Fanpage to get the list of fasting tips found under the Discussion tab. Not a fan?  You can join anytime for FREE!

This Sunday, March 28 at THE BLVD we are taking up the banner for children.  Our focus is Child Advocacy and we are donning blue ribbons and blue color accents.  If you believe that there is work to be done to provide protection and security for all children, we ask that you join us.  The Word this Sunday is from I Corinthians 13:7.  There is a message for you if you receive it.

As a side note I want to encourage you to please fill out your Census and mail it.  There appears to be skepticism in the African American community about the Census and the government’s use of the information.  I encourage you to complete it.  The results of the Census will help determine how more than $400 billion in federal funds are allocated annually.  If you are not counted, you run the risk of not receiving what is due to you and your neighbors when it comes to schools, health care, job training centers, senior care, roads, parks, and representation in some instances.  Don’t believe the hype.  It is ten easy questions.  It takes minutes and makes a difference.    

You know what else is easy and also involves the number 10? Umoja tickets!  Yes I am reminding you to please support THE BLVD’s annual cultural experience.  Purchase a ticket for someone else in your community and allow them to experience the great things happening at THE BLVD.  Give a ticket as a thank you to someone who offers services to you regularly (yard work, plumbing, mail carrier, beautician, etc.) Tickets are available all week at THE BLVD Midtown and on Sundays at THE BLVD East and are only $10 for a limited time.  Let’s sell out this year every night!

 I am getting some feedback from listeners now of our newest radio program, 15 Minutes of Faith with Dr. Frank Anthony Thomas, airing Wednesdays on 95.7 at 6pm. If you missed it, you can hear the replay. As we close out our first quarter, I would love to know what you think.  Take a moment and listen this week or pull up past programs.  Then drop me an email or call us with your feedback. 

See you Sunday.

  
DR. FRANK A. THOMAS Senior Servant
 

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MAUNDY THURSDAY

Maundy Thursday in the Christian church is the Thursday before Easter when Christians commemorate the Celebration of the Last Supper of Jesus and His Disciples. THE BLVD is celebrating Maundy Thursday at the Midtown Campus, Thursday, April 1, 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

 

BLBLE STUDY CLASSES CANCELED

All Bible Study Classes are canceled for Sunday, April 4. Classes will resume Sunday, April 11 at 8:30am.

 

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.

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CONGREGATIONAL HEALTH NETWORK

Congregational Health Network is comprised of Methodist Health Network and THE BLVD. The two have partnered to provide information and care to persons who require additional support upon leaving the hospital. Learn more about this program by visiting the Methodist Health Network Table in the Montgomery Lobby following Sunday Worship or email Sheila Easterling-Smith or call 901-516-5617.

 

WOMEN’S MINISTRY BRUNCH

“Legacy Luncheon” THE BLVD Women’s Ministry Annual Brunch will be held Saturday, April 10 in THE BLVD Midtown Fellowship Hall. Tickets are $10 per person (all ages) and may be purchased on Sundays through April 4 at BLVD East and Midtown campuses.

 

UMOJA IS BACK: CALLING ALL SPONSORS AND DONORS

Our 11th celebration of Umoja is almost here and the excitement is in the air! We want to thank our church businesses for purchasing advertisements in this year’s program booklet. Because of printing deadlines, we are unable to accept any more advertising. However, you can still support Umoja by becoming a sponsor or making a donation. Advertisers, sponsors and donors receive reserved seating as our way of saying “thank you” for your support. So, support Umoja by becoming a sponsor or a donor today. Information on sponsorship and donation levels is available in the CIC or from Bettye Boone at 901.272.5650.

 

2010 ANNUAL OPERATION FEED CHARITY GOLF CLASSIC

Golfers, it’s time for the 2010 Annual Operation Feed Charity Golf Classic. This year’s Golf Classic will be held at The Club North Creek, 8779 North Creek Blvd., Southaven, MS on Thursday, May 6. Lunch is 11:00am – 12:45pm. The range opens at 12:00pm and Shotgun start is 1:00pm. Mark your calendars for at great time, for a great cause. Registration forms are available in the Midtown CIC or online.

 

RISE TO SERVANTHOOD: MANNA OUTREACH NEEDS YOU

Manna Outreach needs volunteers to serve as deliverers, callers and partners. Ask a neighbor, coworker, church member, relative or friend to join THE BLVD Manna Outreach Ministry. You may sign up today at the Manna Outreach Table after worship. Rise to Servanthood; Manna Outreach needs you!

 

NCBW SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY

The National Coalition of 100 Black Women (NCBW), Inc., Memphis Chapter Scholarship Program is 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.

 

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

2010 Disciples Women Quadrennial meets in Greensboro, NC, June 23 through June 27. Our own Reverend Sheilah Easterling-Smith and Minister Darnita Brassel are Presenters. In order to take advantage of Early Registration, your payment has to be postmarked by March 31st. Beginning April 1, Registration is $400. Click here to download application.

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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 BLVD Midtown CIC, THE BLVD East Lobby or online.

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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 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.

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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.

 

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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