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Dear
Fellow Servant, The
end of 2010 is rapidly approaching. Are the years going by
faster or am I just getting older? Either way, we are already
into November, the traditional season of giving. I am so
thankful that I am surrounded by people who believe in giving
year-round. I can recall where we were at the beginning of the
year facing a dent in our giving. Your response to our call to
give A Little Bit More was truly inspiring and generous. I
believe that you are ready to expand your generosity to
include the community as well. We are proclaiming the rest of
2010 as our special season of generosity. Our overriding theme
is Generosity: Pass It
On! Our goal is to touch the lives of others by showering
them with good deeds. God has been so good and as Disciples of
Christ, we have a duty to pass that goodness on to others.
Make it a point to go out of your way for someone who cannot
return the kindness. For example, it could be as simple as
helping someone take groceries to the car, helping someone
across the street or letting someone get in front of you in
line. The deeds can also be larger like giving of your time to
a charitable organization, helping a senior citizen with yard
work or delivering meals via our Manna organization. Whether
it’s giving of your time, your talents or your treasure, it
all counts. We want to record 5000 Good Deeds by
the end of the year beginning on Founders Day, November
14 and going through December when we will celebrate our
victory in Jesus name. As you show generosity and pass it on,
share it with us in three ways: 1.
Place on the wall of 5000 Good Deeds (in the sanctuary at THE
BLVD Midtown and in the lobby at THE BLVD East) 2.
Post on our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/THEBLVD1 3.
Send an email to gooddeeds@theblvd.org There
is more to our Generosity: Pass It On! Mission. Watch for
details as we move through the end of the year. I
want to thank you for your participation and generosity during
our Trunk or Treat and
Men’s Cook off last Sunday. The youth and young at heart
had a ball. If
you want to see the photos from Trunk or Treat, visit the
link: http://mbccmemphis.org/halloween. Right
now, I am preparing to take a journey that few pastors have
the privilege of taking. As a part of the Memphis Clergy
Group, Joyce and I are taking an interfaith tour to Israel
with spiritual leaders from diverse denominations across the
Mid-South. During our trek we will study and visit sites of
Biblical context including Galilee, Jerusalem, and experience
a baptism in the Jordan River. We are very excited and honored
to take part in this once in a lifetime trip. Please keep all
of us in your prayers as we travel. I
want to remind you that our Founders Day celebration
is Sunday, November 14. We will have one worship service for
both campuses at THE BLVD Midtown beginning at 10:00 AM. Please mark
your calendars and plan to join us for one amazing celebration
89 years in the making. In closing today remember
Daylight Savings Time ends Sunday. This means you get one
extra hour between Saturday night and Sunday morning so don’t
forget to set your clocks back! God
bless you. God loves you. Now go and spread love to
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THE BLVD RECEIVES EXCELLENCE IN
EVANGELISM AWARD Congratulations to THE BLVD! The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ in the United States and Canada) awarded Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church with the Excellence in Evangelism Award (2009). We were chosen because we showed 157 baptisms and 425 new members for the year landing us in the top ten percent of congregations our size. We were also recognized for our evangelism efforts and for striving to be a 21st century congregation. Well done Mississippi Boulevard! SHORT TERM & LONG TERM
BIBLE STUDIES Participate in the new and exciting short term and yearlong Bible studies classes for men, young adults, and special interests. For more information, visit our website or stop by the Christian Education table in the lobby immediately following Sunday morning worship. FAITHFUL MERCIES CARE
GROUP Faithful Mercies an 8-week cancer
care group, meets Wednesdays at 5:30PM in 06N, Alice Hayes,
facilitator. With Faithful Mercies, you will never walk alone.
Contact Alice Hayes or Essie
Clay for additional
information. JOURNEY
OF HOPE Journey of Hope, an 8-week grief
recovery care group, meets Tuesdays at 6:00PM in 08N. This group
assists persons through the grief process. Contact Essie
Clay or Lillie
Matlock for more information. NEW SHORT TERM BIBLE STUDY Speaking the Truth In Love is an engaging and thought provoking study. It will help you assert yourself in Christ-like form as you face challenging moments in your life and relationships. This class will offer biblical scriptures that confirm Jesus’ assertiveness. Come join us, Sundays at 8:30AM in FH-05. Facilitators: Reverend Gwen Henderson and Minister Sharis DeBerry. For more information, email Christian Ed. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
NOMINATING
COMMITTEE REPORT THE BLVD’s 2010 Nominating Committee's Report
is available in the Midtown CIC. VETERANS
HONORED On Sunday,
November 7 during 10:00AM worship, THE BLVD Midtown is honoring all
veterans who have served or currently serving in the United States
military. We are asking veterans assemble (in uniform, if able) in
the Bellevue lobby at 9:15AM for a
processional. 2010 COVENANT MEMBERSHIP
RENEWAL We want to stay connected with each of our members in order to provide relevant ministry. The 2010 Membership Covenant Form is available at THE BLVD Midtown CIC or THE BLVD East Guest Services Center. Please take a moment to complete the form reaffirming your membership at THE BLVD. You may return it to the church by mail, drop it off at the Membership Commission sign-up tables at both locations following worship, leave it at THE BLVD Midtown Security Desk or fax it to 901.725.1961. The form is also available online. BUSINESS
EXPO THE BLVD Business
Expo is Sunday, November 14 in the Fellowship Hall. If you are
interested in showcasing you business or business products, register
today at THE BLVD East and THE BLVD Midtown Montgomery lobby.
Register on Sunday at THE BLVD East and THE BLVD Midtown Montgomery
lobby to confirm your participation. Registration Fee: $30. Contact Bettye Boone or call
901.272.5650. WOMEN’S MINISTRY
SPONSORS DOVE TREE THE BLVD Chosen
Vessels Women’s Ministry is sponsoring Dove Tree 2010. The Dove Tree
program provides Christmas gifts to teen mothers and their children.
Beginning Sunday, November 14, adopt a dove from the Dove Tree in THE
BLVD Midtown CIC. BEYOND OUR
BORDERS That’s right; we
want to reach beyond our borders. THE BLVD Global Missions Outreach
is holding an information session on Sunday, November 21 featuring
sites visited by our BLVD Global Ministry servants. If you are
interested in ministry “beyond our borders,” joins us immediately
after BLVD East worship in the nursery and BLVD Midtown worship in
the Conference Room (03A). For additional information, email Pastor
Virzola Law or call
901.272.5603. SINGERS
NEEDED FOR MIDWEEK SERVICE We are in need of singers with strong vocal
ensemble talent (i.e. good ear for vocal parts, possible soloist,
etc.), available, and committed to minister with our Midweek Praise
Ensemble, Wednesdays at 7:00PM. Minister Markevius Walker would be
delighted to hear from you. Email Minister
Markevius Walker or contact the Music Ministry at
901.272.5614. CALLING ALL
BUSINESS It’s that time again to advertise in the Christmas Concert booklet. Advertising rates are located in the Church Information Center in Midtown and at THE BLVD East Information Desk. Support your church. Advertise with us! Contact Bettye Boone at 901.272.5650 for more information. FINANCIAL U
CLASSES Sign up for Financial U classes Sunday at THE BLVD East and THE BLVD Midtown in the Montgomery lobby. Contact Bettye Boone or call 901.272.5650. 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. For more
information, contact Essie Clay. LOVE
CONNECTION Love Connection/Cocaine Anonymous is a citywide support group for men & women of all ages, races and socio-economic backgrounds. Meetings are Thursdays at 7:30PM in THE BLVD Family Life Center. For more information, contact Essie Clay. LIFE
GROUPS AT THE BLVD EAST Life Groups is a new ministry forming at THE BLVD East to help us CONNECT as a family, grow in faith, and SERVE each and the community as Disciples of Christ. Sign up at one of the information tables following worship service. For additional information, contact Pastor Virzola Law. SERVICE
PROJECT October 2010 is our month of service at THE BLVD. If you are interested in developing an all church service project and service projects around town, contact Pastor Denise Bell at 901.272.5605. WELCOMING
SYSTEM If your gifts
include passion and a warm and hospitable attitude, we need you to
be a part of our Welcoming System and Guest Services Ministry. Contact
Pastor Denise Bell at 901.272.5605 for
information. RECRUITMENT AND
TRAINING We are implementing a new Recruitment and
Training Ministry. If your gifts are vision casting, planning and
implementing, contact Pastor Denise Bell at
901.272.5605. ARE
YOU A BFF? THE BLVD Facebook Family is open to you. Join us online! | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
THE BLVD CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
SUPER SUNDAY Super Sunday was tremendously
successful all because of YOU! Pastor Weston would like to thank THE
BLVD Midtown and THE BLVD East Children’s Ministry Volunteer Teams,
participants, parents, and all volunteers who donated their time and
talent. Your hard work and dedication to the nurturing of our
children is evident. The best is yet to come! YOUTH BASKETBALL SIGN UP
OPPORTUNITIES THE
BLVD Midtown Youth Basketball Ministry is looking for
youth interested in joining the basketball league. If basketball is
your passion, you may sign up in the Montgomery lobby immediately
after worship. Charles Dickerson (901.272.5633) is the
contact person. KIDZ KLUB THE BLVD is excited to announce KIDZ KLUB, a midweek program for children grades 1 – 6. KIDZ KLUB provides high-energy fun and Bible exploration, which helps develop life skills and relationships. KIDZ KLUB meets every Wednesday in Discipletown from 7:00PM until 8:00PM. Email Pastor Weston for information. BLVD EAST STUDENT MINISTRY
INVENTORY If you are a student (grades 7 – 12) attending THE BLVD East, please forward your name, age and contact information to Rachel Thomas. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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