Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the Transformation of the WorldApril 17 - 23, 2016

Holy Songs of Joy Concert www.bumc.net/Concerts

Sunday, May 1, 7 pm, SanctuaryAll are invited to this benefit concert featuring the BUMC Chancel Choir, the BUMC Festival Orchestra, and the BUMC Ringers.

A love offering will be taken for the Children’s Freedom Choir and Children & Youth Programs at Nancy Webb Kelly UMC.

Nashville Philharmonic Orchestra Concert www.bumc.net/ConcertsTuesday, May 3, 7:30 pm, Sanctuary

Enjoy an evening of music by the Nashville Philharmonic Orchestra as they present “Titan Finale,” featuring NPO Competition Winners. This concert is free to the public, so invite friends and neighbors to join us for this special event.

Email Migration Thursday, April 21, 6 pm – Friday, April 22, noon

Our email service at Brentwood UMC will undergo maintenance and will be unavailable from 6 pm on Thursday, April 21, through noon on Friday, April 22. Any emails you send during that time will be delivered to the intended recipient after maintenance has been completed. If you have an immediate need or need to contact a clergy or staff member during that time, please call the church at 615-373-3663.

Children’s Summer Opportunities www.bumc.net/ChildrenWe have many summer opportunities for your children at BUMC this summer! Reserve your spot today! Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net or Sarah at scage@bumc.net for more information.

MUSICCAMP

Music Camp and Preschool Music Camp May 23 – 26, 9 am – 2:30 pmChildren (K – 6th grade) will learn how to use their musical talents to glorify God! Preschool Music Camp is for children 3 – PreK. Cost is $120.

Vacation Bible School June 27 – 30, 9 am – 12 noonChildren (PreK – 4th grade) are invited to join us for “Cave Quest: Following Jesus the Light of the World!” Cost is $10/child until May 31; increases to $15/child through June 15.

Barefoot Republic Camp and Little Feet Camp July 11 – 15, 9 am – 4 pmChildren (PreK – 5th grade) will not want to miss this spirit-filled week of camp at BUMC! Little Feet Camp is for preschoolers (3 – PreK), led by BUMC staff and volunteers. Cost is $250 for Barefoot and $200 for Little Feet.

Holy Songsof Joy

Weekly Announcements

Administrative Assistant for Missions and Outreach, Brentwood campus; full-time, 40 hours per week. Job description and application at www.bumc.net/employment or email hr@bumc.net.

Paid Position Available

Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 pm, Rm B153BFree weekly classes led by Dr. John Fite. Open to the public. Topic for April 20: “Turning Toward Each Other.” Contact Rev. Shebbie Shields at sshields@bumc.net for more information.

Connecting Couples

Mondays, 12 noon – 1 pm, Rm A393Specifically for cancer survivors. Focuses on easing the side effects of chemo, radiation, and surgery. No registration and no fee. Led by Certified Cancer Care Yoga instructor, Connie Wyss. Sponsored by BUMC Caring Ministry, Partners in Hope. Contact Jeanetta at jfargo@bumc.net.

Cancer Care Yoga

Wednesdays beginning April 27, 6:30 - 8:00 pmRebuild your life on a solid foundation. Learn tools to communicate, rebuild, and connect. Register online at www.bumc.net/register. For more information contact Julia Todd at jtodd@bumc.net.

Divorce Recovery

Want to sing with the choir but can’t make a long term commitment? The Chancel Choir welcomes you to be a spring festival singer and join us for any of our three May opportunities.

Sunday, May 1: Chancel Choir “Holy Songs of Joy” Concert at 7 pm - mission offering taken. Wednesday, May 11: Chancel leads 7 pm Chapel Worship at the Nashville Rescue MissionSaturday, May 21: Susie Edwards Memorial Black Tie Concert at Nashville First Baptist on Broadway.

ALL of the music for these concerts can be learned by attending the 5 rehearsals after Easter. Contact James at jwells@bumc.net.

April 22 - 24, Chattanooga, Tennesseewww.SinglesImpactRetreat.com

How can you THRIVE, leading a life of completeness, fulfillment and balance?  Registration is open at www.SinglesImpactRetreat.com.

THRIVE! Singles Impact Retreat

Wednesdays through April 27, 6:15 – 7:30 pm, Rm A292A short-term study on race and faith. Contact Rev. Lane Davis at ldavis@bumc.net. No registration required. Worship Celebration - Wednesday, April 27 (NOTE NEW DATE), 6 - 7 pm, Chapel

Seeing the Face of God

Sundays, April 17 - 24, 3:45 - 5:00 pm, Rm A182Join JoySound Orchestra in preparation for “Holy Songs of Joy” on May 1. All instrumentalists are invited to participate (6th grade and up). Contact Patsy at pwade@bumc.net for more information.

Be Part of JoySound Orchestra

4Life SeriesSundays through May 1, 11:05 am, Room A292

A 4-week series designed to help you grow as a disciple of Jesus Christ and explore the basics of Christianity and the Wesleyan faith. No registration is required. Contact Shelby at shenson@bumc.net for more information.

Our ministry partner in South Nashville

Housing Initiative 2016 www.bumc.net/HousingWe are currently helping build a home for the Aguto family in Franklin, TN.Donations We have raised $31,900 toward our goal of $50,000. Volunteers We still need 10 volunteers and one lunch volunteer for May 7 (women only), and 23 volunteers for May 21.

Harvest Hands’ summer program will be out-door-themed this year. Items needed for summer programs: fishing poles, tents, hiking backpacks, tackle boxes, walking staffs, camping equipment, bug spray and sunscreen. To volunteer or donate items, please contact Tre Dunn at tre@harvesthandscdc.com.

Harvest Hands Summer Opportunities

2016 Mission TripsBoth trips are open to ages 14+. Those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.Tlancualpican, Mexico September 9 - 18Jacmel, Haiti October 6 - 11Register at www.bumc.net/MissionTrips.

Wednesday, April 27, 6:30 pm, SanctuaryA fun and energetic evening for all ages, featuring the Angel and Agape Choirs, Rhythm and Bells, and Asbury Choir.

BUMC Children’s Choirs Spring Program

Student Ministry “Mission Here” Week Monday, June 27 – Thursday, June 30

Summer service opportunities for students to work with Harvest Hands, VBS at BUMC or 61st Ave UMC. To help with Mission Here opportunities contact Tatiana at tliston@bumc.net. Sign up for Harvest Hands or 61st Ave UMC at www.bumc.net/register.

We would like to recognize and thank the many volunteers who served at Room in the Inn this 2015 – 2016 winter season. We hosted 23 nights and over 300 guests with over 230 different volunteers helping out. A special thanks to our leadership team who coordinated each and every night throughout the season, putting in many hours of hard work.

Thank You from Room in the Inn

Greeters Needed for Children’s Sunday SchoolWe are looking for warm and friendly faces to greet visiting families and help them get acclimated with the Children’s area on Sunday mornings during the Sunday School hour. It is a once a month commitment and training is provided. Contact Megan at mteegarden@bumc.net.