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SPIRITUAL LIFE

NEWS AND EVENTS
STEWARDSHIP
NEXT GENERATION

CARE AND PRAYER
MEDIA
MISSISSIPPI BOULEVARD CHRISTIAN CHURCH
 

Dear Fellow Servant,

Man is born broken. He lives by mending. The grace of God is glue. (Eugene Gladstone O’Neill)

Today I want to start by saying our hearts and prayers are with everyone who suffered loss during the recent floods and tornados that hit the Mid-South. And even though the water is now receding the devastation is far from over. It is indeed my prayer that God’s grace will cover everyone and that we as givers will be generous and prayerful for physical and mental recovery.

The weather also had an effect on our attendance this past Sunday. Pastor Janae Pitts-Murdock preached “Find the Extra in Ordinary” and did an amazing job. If you missed Sunday, don’t miss the opportunity to purchase your own copy of this wonderful sermon from our Media Ministry this week. As is customary, when attendance is low, the tithes and offerings are extremely low. I encourage you to bring your tithes and offerings to the storehouse this week. You may also click here to give your tithes and offerings online, I cannot stress enough how we depend on your generous gifts each week to carry out ministry work and take care of general expenses. Also while I am on the weather and attendance I want to inform you that the Chat and Chew that was scheduled for last Sunday at THE BLVD East was postponed due to weather until the first Sunday in June.

This Sunday is Mother’s Day. Happy Mother’s Day in advance to all of the mothers, grandmothers, mothers-to-be, and women who have taken on motherly roles in the lives of others. At both of our locations this Sunday there are special treats planned for all mothers. We start our new sermon series Life in the Key of G with Grace this Sunday. How befitting to tie in grace with Mother’s Day.

As always, I remind you to keep communicating with me on the Facebook fanpage at: www.facebook.com/THEBLVD1. Our goal is 1000 friends/fans by July. We are less than 150 people away so if you have not joined please take a minute and become a fan/friend. Keep listening to 15 Minutes of Faith Wednesdays at 6:00pm on 95.7 Hallelujah FM. If you miss it, you can hear the replay weekly. Keep coming to Mid-Week Worship on Wednesdays. This week, we break from our Mid-week worship service for the Mwangaza Children’s Choir of Uganda. View the video of the choir here. These children have traveled the world and will stop in Memphis at THE BLVD Midtown Wednesday, May 12 at 7pm on their tour of the United States. It is a treat the entire family can enjoy so please bring the children! Doors open at 6pm. On Wednesday, May 19 we return to our Mid-Week Worship and the continuation of the What To Do When You Don’t Know What To Do series with Pastor Reggie Bell. Join us in the sanctuary and online with Live Streaming. Our Live Streaming is available weekly at 10am on Sundays and 7pm Wednesdays. And finally, keep praying for healing for everyone who suffered loss in the recent storms.

See you this weekend! And bring a friend or two to worship with you!

  
DR. FRANK A. THOMAS Senior Servant
 

SPIRITUAL LIFE |

ORDINATIONS AT THE BLVD MIDTOWN

THE BLVD Midtown is elated to announce the Service of Ordination for Carla Norton, Kimberly Johnson and Kenneth Brown, Sunday, May 16 at 1:00pm in the sanctuary. Come and witness this great occasion, celebrating the gifts of three wonderful people who have said, “Yes!” to ministry and vocation.

 

SHORT TERM BIBLE STUDY

Do you have just 1 hour to spare for the next 6 weeks? Join us as we “Go Deep” in our Christian Education Short Term studies. Choose from Status Updates, Saved Without a Doubt, Having a Relationship With God, Go Fish, and Living a Generous Life. We have created several new opportunities for the busy person to study relevant Bible topics in a convenient location near you. Short term studies begin in May. Sign up today. Space is limited. Registration forms are available with our Greeters and in the back of your pew. For more information, contact Pastor Janae Pitts-Murdock at 901.272.5630. Download the Short Term Bible Study form, fill it out and return to Pastor Janae.

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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 a great time, for a great cause. For additional information, contact Glenn Hill at 901.485.4213. Registration forms are available in the Midtown CIC or online.

 

MOTHER’S DAY OUT

The Men’s Ministry is hosting Mother’s Day Out, Friday, May 7. We are asking all “faithful fathers” to bring their children (all ages) for a night of fun from 6:30pm – 9:30pm at Incredible Pizza on Germantown Parkway. Cost is $10 per person (due May 7 before 6:30pm), which includes meal, drink and $10 game card. If you would like to attend, contact Minister Ron Robinson at 901.481.7267 or send us an email. You may also sign up immediately after Sunday worship in BLVD East Chat & Chew and BLVD Midtown Men’s All Call meeting.

 

THE BLVD BABY DEDICATION

The next Baby Dedication is Sunday, May 30 during 10:00am worship. Infants up to 24 months may participate. Submission forms are available in THE BLVD Midtown CIC or online. The deadline for all submissions is Sunday, May 16.

 

ADULT SCHOLARSHIP

Are you working on a new career path and considering further education? Have you started school and funding is holding up your progress? THE BLVD cares about you. We invite you to fill out an adult application packet and submit it by the May 30 deadline. Pick up an application packet from the CIC. Email Pastor Virzola Law for more information or call 901.272.5603.

 

FINANCIAL COACHING/TEACHING OPPORTUNITY

Do you think you have what it takes to be a financial coach within God’s economy? What about the gift of teaching financial principles? If you have one or both gifts and are willing to share those gifts with God’s people, contact Bettye Boone at 901.272.5650. Bettye is available to discuss how you can be a blessing to others.

 

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. Registration is $400. Click here to download application.

 

WOMEN’S MINISTRY BLESSING BOXES

Women’s Ministry Blessing Boxes is a National Disciples of Christ (DOC) Women's ministry project which supports mission at home and overseas. Ladies, if you save coins, Blessing Boxes Ministry needs your help. Gather your change and bring it to the Midtown CIC after Sunday worship during the month of May.  M.J. Cooper will be available to receive donations. During the week, M.J. will receive donations after 5:30pm.

 

BLVD YOUTH WINS STATE POWER LIFTING COMPETITION

BLVD member, Ashley Page won first place in state competition in the category of power lifting, Saturday, April 17 in Jackson, MS. Weighing only 95 pounds, she squatted 175 pounds, benched 75 pounds and dead lifted 210 pounds. She also holds a state record for dead lift at 215 pounds. She won that at State Regional. Ashley is 17 years old and at junior at DeSoto Central High School, where she maintains an “A” average. She is an active member of the BLVD Youth Ministry. Parents Jerry and Alice Page are proud to share her accomplishments with THE BLVD family. Congratulations, Ashley!

 

GOT A TESTIMONY?

During these challenging times, has God been really good to you? If so, tell us about it. We want to hear what God is doing in the midst of the congregation during these difficult and challenging times. Contact Bettye Boone at 901.272.5650 to share your story.

NEXT GENERATION |

MBCC SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR AGES 12 – 18

The 2nd Annual UMOJA Summer Youth Institute for ages 12 – 18 starts June 1. Register your students today to participate in this fun filled 8-Week institute. Students will be developed in Leadership, Performing Arts, Diversity, Health and Fitness. The cost is only $200 per student for the entire summer. WOW! Forms are available online or the Student Ministry Info Counters in the Bellevue and Montgomery lobbies.

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 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 |

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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