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MISSISSIPPI BOULEVARD
CHRISTIAN CHURCH |
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Dear Fellow Servant,
In just a few days, we will say goodbye to the year
that was and in exchange say hello to the hope of the year to
come. What does
that mean to you?
Often we make lists and resolutions that sit lifeless
until the next time we remember to revisit the words written
on paper. My
question is what does it really mean to you if you don’t move
the words from paper to action? Next Sunday, at THE BLVD we
will engage in an exercise that involves writing the vision
for the year and not only making it plain but giving it
life. Please come
January 3 to take part in this new session.
Although my new sermon series “God’s Game Plan”
does not officially start until Sunday January 10, we will
kick off the year with a sort of pre-season sermon Jan 3
called “Get Your Mind In The Game”. I am excited about
what God will bring to this message and I hope you are ready
to cheer on the Word!
Before Sunday however there is New Year’s Eve. Just in case you have
not heard, THE BLVD will host worship service in both our
Midtown location and our East location at 7pm. If you have ever
wanted help with getting rid of negativity in your life I
encourage you to attend worship services in one of our two
locations.
We still want to know what you think about Holidays
at THE BLVD 2009.
If you haven’t yet completed the Christmas concert
survey please take a moment to do so. The survey will be
available online until midnight on December 31. Click here to go to our brief survey
and let us know what you think.
Finally, the church offices will be closed Friday,
January 1 for the New Year’s Day holiday. It is our hope that
the staff will spend time with their friends and families
honoring relationships.
In fact, 2010 is dedicated to relationships of all
kinds. It is my
hope that this new year brings new opportunities to fix broken
ones, rekindle dimming ones, start new ones and enhance
existing ones.
Be safe everyone! See you Thursday and
Sunday.
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DR. FRANK A. THOMAS
Senior
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SPIRITUAL LIFE | |
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PRAYER
REQUESTS
THE BLVD Prayer Ministries
would like to partner with you in prayer. You may share you
prayer request with us by placing them in the Prayer Box 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.
ENTER THE STORY IN
2010
THE BLVD Family is invited to
“Enter the Story” by answering these questions: “How would you
change the world if only you could?” “How do you plan to
make a difference in 2010?” “How will you
encourage yourself to reach beyond The Story?” “How will you make the
Advent Conspiracy a lifestyle change instead of a seasonal
event? Answer
these questions, in a letter to yourself explaining your plan to “Enter the
Story” in 2010, bring the letter to church in a self addressed
envelope stamped with a “Forever” postage stamp and place it
in basket at the end of service. Your letter will be mailed to
you in 2010 for self evaluation. Join us as we make a
difference, give the Gift of Hope and “Enter the Story.” For
additional information about this project, contact Veda
Bankhead.
STEPHEN
MINISTRY
Starting a new year can be a
difficult time for those who have suffered the loss of a loved
one. The Stephen Ministry is available to help you by
providing confidential one-on-one Christian care. If you or
someone you know is in need of this service, the following
Stephen Ministry Leaders are available: Pastor Virzola Law,
Minister Sheilah Easterling Smith, Rev. Vivian Henry or Rev.
Gwen Henderson. For additional information, contact Pastor Virzola
Law at 901.272.5603. Our
Stephen Ministers are there to
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HOLIDAY
CLOSING
In
observance of the New Year, THE BLVD offices will be closed Friday, January 1,
2010. The offices will reopen on Monday, January 4,
2010.
2009 DOVE TREE A
SUCCESS
Thanks
to members of THE BLVD family, the 2009 Dove Tree effort was a
tremendous success! You blessed many family units. If you are interested
in assisting with the coordination of the 2010 Dove Tree
effort, please contact Pastor Law at 901.272.5603. The
Chosen Vessels Women's Ministry thanks each of you for your
kind support!
ZUMBA HOLIDAY
SCHEDULE
As
you plan your 2010 fitness goals, consider Zumba! The
Latin-infused dance moves provide an excellent and fun work
out. Classes are held each
Tuesday in the Fellowship
Hall from 6:00PM –
7:00PM. Classes have ended for 2009, but will resume
on Tuesday, January 5th at
6:00PM. Here's to a fabulously fit 2010!
2010 CENSUS: IT’S IN OUR
HANDS
The
U. S. constitution requires a national census once every 10
years for the purpose of reapportioning the U. S. House of
Representatives.
The federal government uses census data to help
determine funding for state, local and tribal governments. We
hope you will join us in helping achieve a complete an
accurate count of our community and the nation. Click
here for additional information.
2010 CENSUS
JOBS
The U.S.
Census Bureau is recruiting temporary, part-time census takers
for the 2010 Census. These short-term jobs offer good pay,
flexible hours, paid training, and reimbursement for
authorized work-related expenses, such as mileage incurred
while conducting census work. It's easy to apply! Call
your Local Census Office at 901.251.1440 or toll free at
866.861.2010 and schedule an appointment to take the
employment test or click here. Brochures are
available in THE BLVD Church Information Center (CIC). The
Census Bureau is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
SISTERS-IN-MOTION REGGAE
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On
December 3rd, an entourage of 72 people traveled to
Jamaica for fun, sun, and running and/or walking in the
9th Annual Reggae Marathon in Negril. The races
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5th,
beginning at 5:15am, local time. Of the 72 travelers, 58
competed in AND finished one of two races—the half-marathon
(13.1 miles) or the 10K (6.2 miles). Included in the 58
race participants were 28 MBCC members: Tara Alexander,
*LaVerne Bobo, *JoAnn Boyd, Delois Brown, Deloris Burrow,
Kimberly Collins, Denise Dickerson, Kimberly Gibson, Edith
Kelly-Green, Dee Griffin, Shirley Harris, Diann Kelly, Bridget
Lee, *April Thompson-Larsha, *Jacqueline Payne, Mildred
Saulsberry, Linda Sessoms, Trudy Tyler, *Valencia Watson,
Carvetta Williams and *Tammy Young, all of which completed the
half-marathon.
Other runners and/or walkers are: *Veda Bankhead,
*Christy Clark, *Monice Hagler, *Marilyn Peete-Hilliard,
*Rosalyn Hurt, Angela Grant-Jones and Charles Kelly, all of
which completed the 10K. Several participants completed either
their first half-marathon or 10K race. They are denoted by an
asterisk preceding their names.
Sisters-In-Motion
has competed in many races in its 3-year existence, but this
trip marks our first international racing venture. There were
over 1,000 participants coming from 18 different countries.
For many in our group, it was their first international trip
and the first time visiting a third world country. They were
exposed to the local culture, church service and had a first
hand observation of the poverty that exists in many third
world countries. From these observations, they all agreed that
America is truly blessed and left with a more profound
appreciation of our country and all that it offers. Click here to view race
photos.
It
was a wonderful weekend getaway full of fellowship, fun, sun,
good food, beautiful beach, white sand, water activities and
relaxation. They are looking forward to their next
running/walking adventure, either nationally or
internationally.
MBCC
MEDICAL EMERGENCY PLAN
MBCC
has an emergency response system for medical emergencies. For
medical help, alert the nearest usher immediately. The usher
will activate the emergency response system and a licensed
health care provider will assist. All 911 calls
should be initiated by a member of the Medical Response
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CITY WIDE
LOCK-IN
THE
BLVD Middle School, High School and College students will join
for a City Wide Lock-In at Incredible Pizza, Thursday,
December 31, 2009, following New Years Eve service. Contact Pastor Sharkey at
901.272.5638 for additional details. The cost is $25 per
person.
MIDDLE & HIGH
SCHOOL BIBLE STUDY
Bible
Study classes for all middle and high school students are in
session from 8:30AM – 9:45AM every Sunday. We are currently
studying Rites of Passage Curriculums, which is a requirement
for all BLVD Midtown middle and high school students. Please
attend as we strive to achieve excellence for the whole
family.
CHILDREN’S
MINISTRY
The
Children's Ministry (Discipletown & Middle School) is
currently offering several opportunities to unleash your
passion to serve and change the life of a child! Please contact Pastor Weston at
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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”
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
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
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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.
NEW MAIL ORDER SUBSCRIPTIONS AVAILABLE AT MEDIA
STATION
- PFAT
10th Anniversary Compilation Preaching
Series:
Place
your order to get a copy of Pastor Frank’s 10th
anniversary preaching series compilation at both Media
stations on Sunday. You get 10 dynamic CD’s for
$25.00. This collector’s item of CD’s contains the
best of the best of Pastor Frank’s sermons over his 10 years
(1999-2009) of preaching at The Blvd. Get your copy
today!
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!
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
If
you’ve recently moved, changed your address, phone number, or
e-mail address…we want to hear from you! Click here and complete the
short online form to receive the latest and the greatest
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