This Weeks

   
 SPIRITUAL LIFE
NEWS AND EVENTS
STEWARDSHIP
NEXT GENERATION
CARE AND PRAYER
MEDIA
COMMUNITY
 
MISSISSIPPI BOULEVARD CHRISTIAN CHURCH
 

Dear Fellow Servants:

I am sharing our February Sunday Worship plans with you. Please review the chart below. I am not asking you to purchase new clothing; if you do not have any of the attire, wear what you have. We are about worship, not fashion.

DATE

SUNDAY

EMPHASIS

NOTES

Feb 5

Super Bowl Sunday

Get In The Game

·         Wear your favorite Football Jersey to get in the game.

·         Boy Scouts Emphasis Sunday

Feb 12

Sweetheart Sunday

Love

·         Wear red

·        Affirmation Litany

·        Special Children’s Moment to highlight husband and wives

Feb 19

Black History Celebration

Black History Month

·        Wear African attire

· Diaconate Commissioning Ceremony

Feb 26

Women

Women’s Emphasis

· Conclusion of Women’s Retreat

 

About 75 to 80 persons met this week in the Chapel to champion our 2012 Next Level Corporate Fast. We had a very diverse group of women and men, young and old coming together in a spirit of unity as we move to the next level. We will gather on the first (1st) Wednesday of each month in the Chapel to collectively pray for this fast. Click here to view my video message on praying and fasting. Click here to read the information on our 2012 “Next Level Corporate Fast” program.

We received a couple of testimonies this week that I am sharing with you:

Wednesday Sermon Series Testimony - “I am a new servant at The Blvd and I wanted to let you know how much your sermon last night blessed me. I have always been confused about how I was supposed to feel about homosexuality. I felt guilty for being accepting of them as a person. Not sure if I should continue to support them in their business. You addressed everything I have struggled with and I wanted to personally thank you for your words and your wisdom.”

Sunday Sermon Series Testimony - “Thank you Pastor Frank/your message on Sunday 01/22/12 gave me an ushering up for my marriage. Only the Holy Spirit knows how much I needed that sermon. Thank you for your faithfulness to deliver GOD's word.”

Thank you for your attendance at this week’s Midweek worship. It was raining especially when you left, but the fact that you pushed past the rain and came blessed me. I am looking forward to seeing you again next week. Our topic will be “Why Should I Wait” – sex outside marriage. Remember to pray and fast with us next Wednesday from 6:00AM to 6:00PM.

January is National (Blood) Donor Month. In support of this observance, the BLVD Christian Health Organization (CHO) is sponsoring a blood drive this Sunday, January 29, from 11:00AM until 4:00PM in the Fellowship Hall. Lunch will be provided for donors by a Sickle Cell Team Representative from the Memphis Grizzlies Basketball Team. The representative will make an appearance to sign autographs and/or take pictures with blood donors. All donors will receive a complimentary box lunch and two tickets to an upcoming Grizzlies Home Game. Pre-registration is not required.

Here are a few facts on donated blood: It is often stated that African Americans use approximately 65% of all blood donations and use about 18% of the blood collected by Life Blood. Giving 1 unit of whole blood can save up to 3 lives. It takes less than an hour to give a unit of blood. Please consider being a donor this Sunday.

Come looking for a blessing this Sunday as I download this sermon series’ last sermon on the One True Hope – Jesus Christ.

See you Sunday,

 
DR. FRANK A. THOMAS Senior Servant
  SPIRITUAL LIFE |

THE BLVD 2012 NEXT LEVEL PRAYER MINISTRY

THE BLVD is focusing on the power of prayer to transform our lives, our church and our world in 2012. As a congregation we will fast on Wednesdays from 6:00AM – 6:00PM throughout 2012 or until God says something different.

STEPHEN MINISTRY SERVICE

Stephen Ministry is a Christian care giving group specifically designed to assist people through difficult times (i.e., bereavement, divorce, job loss, etc.). If you are in need of this service, you may contact Rev. Vivian Henry at 901.752.5379 or Pastor Virzola Law at 901.272.5603.

NEWS AND EVENTS |

UPDATED OFFERING ENVELOPE

Beginning Sunday, February 5, there will be new WHITE offering envelopes in the pews. We are replacing our Blue offering envelopes with White ones to make it easier for people to recognize and select the correct envelope. If you do not have your preprinted personalized offering envelopes, please use the WHITE envelope. Remember to place your membership number on the envelope and on your check(s); print clearly and legibly and designate where you want your offering to be credited (i.e. tithes, general offering, servant fund, facility restoration project, other).

CHO BLOOD DRIVE

THE BLVD Christian Health Organization’s blood drive is Sunday, January 29 from 11:00AM until 4:00PM in the Fellowship Hall. If you are 17 years old or older (no upper age limit), weigh at least 110 pounds and in reasonably good health you may participate. Lunch will be provided for donors by the Sickle Cell Team Representative from the Memphis Grizzlies Basketball team. Grizzlies’ Representative will be available for photo sessions with donors and to sign autographs. All donors will receive two tickets to an upcoming Grizzlies home game. Pre-registration is not required.

SWEETHEART SUNDAY

Sunday February 12 is Sweetheart Sunday and we request that all Bible Study Students to invite friends, family, former Bible Study students along with church members to join you in celebrating, “I Love You enough to Share God’s Message through Bible Study!” Contact Derek Branch at 901.606.8964. We also ask all married couples to invite other married couples, friends and family members to join us in a special worship service as we celebrate and affirm marriages. Contact Pastor Nakeesha Weston at 901.272.5631. We area asking everyone to wear RED.

ATTIRE FOR FEBRUARY

THE BLVD is asking everyone to Get in the Game at THE BLVD on Sunday, February 5 by wearing your favorite football jersey. On Sunday, February 19, we are asking everyone to wear African Attire in celebration of Black History Month.

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.

SAVE THE DATE

We are starting a volunteer revolution for BLVD East servants called EMERGE, Saturday, February 4, Collierville Christian Church, 707 New Byhalia Road, Collierville, 8:30AM – 12:00PM, brunch included. This will be a day of amazing worship to include, powerful prayer, a powerful message and celebration. We will celebrate current leaders, identify new leaders and provide networking and training to promote excellence in your individual ministry area.

BLVD FITNESS CLASSES

The Maintain Campaign has ended; however, we are still offering classes Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:00PM – 7:00PM in the Family Life Center. Join us at least once a week and take advantage of the great things happening at our newly renovated FLC. Bring a friend and “Be Fit on Tuesday,” Walk Cute on Wednesday” and “Be Fine in the Line on Thursday.” Contact Helen Darling at 901.272.5640.

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.

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.

ARE YOU A BFF?

THE BLVD Facebook Family is open to you. Get the latest news, get inspirational quotes and get to know other like-minded people. You belong! Join us online!

BLVD YOUTH JOINS SELECT GROUP OF SCHOLARS

THE BLVD congratulates our own Lonzy Pink, first semester freshman at Lane College, Jackson, TN, and son of Annette Bowen (MBCC Nursery Director), who has gone to great lengths to earn status as an Honor Student, thus joining a select group of scholars at Lane. We congratulate Lonzy in this exceptional achievement. Lonzy is the son of Annette Bowen (Nursery Staff). Click here to read letter from Lane College President.

BLVD EAST YOUTH MAKES ALL WEST RED BAND

We congratulate BLVD East member Taylor Washington, 8th Grader at Millington Middle School, who made the All West Red Band. Taylor’s instrument is the trombone. Taylor is the daughter of Lynette Washington.

FUTURE STARS BASKETBALL TEAM WINS TOURNAMENT

THE BLVD congratulates the Memphis Future Stars 5th/6th grade girls’ basketball team on winning the Memphis Athletic Ministries (MAM) Christmas tournament for the 12 and under girls. Neveah Tot was the tournament’s Most Valuable Player. Alaina Price and Kaylan Morris made the All-tournament team. We have two girls’ teams (3rd/4th grades and 5th/6th grades) that have grown from 10 girls to 22 girls and we have a waiting list. Both teams competed in the East Shelby Church Recreation Association with a 4-0 record (5th/6th team) and 3-1 record (3rd/4th team). Our 5th/6th grade team competed against the following teams to win the tournament: Evangelical Christian School – Lady Eagles 6th graders, St. Francis of Assisi Catholic School – Lady Timberwolves 5th graders, and Tipton Rosemark Christian Academy – Lady Rebels 6th graders. Our goal is to increase the awareness of girls’ basketball with the hopes of boosting self-esteem and contributing to a healthy lifestyle. If you have a 3rd, 4th or 5th grade young girl interested in basketball please contact Helen Darling, FLC Director or Cassandra Price. Click here to view the team’s photo.

STEWARDSHIP |

JOB ASSISTANCE

Are you or someone you know looking for a Job? If so, visit www.theblvd.org for information on job opportunities. If you do not have access to the internet, stop by the Church Information Center and browse through the Job Information Binder for a list of job opportunities. There may be a job for you or someone you know.

FINANCIAL U CLASSES

Interested in starting the year off with a new plan for managing your finances and increasing your wealth? If you are, then join others as we learn together how to manage our finances and increase our wealth in 2012 through the MBCC Financial U program. Classes begin Saturday, February 3 at the Midtown campus. You can register each Sunday after services or through the week by picking up a registration form in the Church Information Center (CIC) and dropping the form into the class registration box in the CIC. If you have questions, please contact Bettye Boone at 901.272.5650. Classes are open to the public so tell your family and friends about these FREE classes.

NEXT GENERATION |

BLVD EAST DISCIPLETOWN CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

Do you have a child between the ages of 2 years (potty trained) and 6th grade? If so, THE BLVD East Discipletown Children’s Ministry invites you to their 2012 Events information session, Sunday, January 29 immediately following the 8:30AM worship service. It is very important that you attend.

BLVD EAST CHILDREN’S MINISTRY NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

THE BLVD East Children’s Ministry needs volunteers (grandparents, parents and others) to work with nursery (2 years – Kindergarten) and Discipletown (grades 1 – 6) children. Please sign up today at the volunteer servant table. Email Diane Young or call Pastor NaKeesha Weston at 901.272.5631 for additional information. The Children’s Ministry is looking for you!

CARE AND PRAYER |

GATHER FOR PRAYER AT THE BLVD

Gather for prayer at THE BLVD Midtown on Wednesdays at 6:00PM (Intercessory Prayer) in room 09A, Saturday at 9:00AM (Hour of Power) in the Spiritual Officers’ Room and Sunday at 9:45AM (Time to Talk With God) in the sanctuary.

PHONE A PRAYER

Become a part of an exciting prayer community by utilizing Phone a Prayer. Times are 6:00AM Sunday through Saturday, 12:00PM Monday through Friday with an 8:00AM Saturday Prayer and Praise session. Access number: 218.844.8230 plus access code: 915673#. The Men’s Prayer Call is Saturday, 6:30AM – 7:00AM. Access number: 605.477.2100 plus access code: 1024438#.

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.

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 |

MEDIA MINISTRY NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

THE BLVD Media Ministry is in desperate need of volunteers. If you have a passion to serve in the area of Media at THE BLVD Midtown or THE BLVD East with the Media Ministry in the areas of camera operation, lighting, audio or media computer input, please send an email to Veda Bankhead.

RADIO BROADCASTS

Our Sunday Broadcast is at 10:30AM on WDIA 1070 AM, and our Wednesday 15 Minutes of Faith Program is at 6:00PM on WHAL 95.7 Hallelujah FM.

FIFTEEN MINUTES OF FAITH

The Dr. is in Wednesdays from 6:00PM until 6:15PM on WHAL 95.7 Hallelujah FM. Tune in to Fifteen Minutes of Faith with Dr. Frank Anthony Thomas.

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 $90. 

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)

UPDATE YOUR MEMBER PROFILE

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