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Monday, February 12, 2024
Volunteers wanted! Help assemble hygiene kits on March 3rd after worship. Throughout January you’ve donated a variety of hygiene kit items. It’ll soon be time to assemble the kits. Sign-up HERE to help assemble. Lunch will be provided. This is a great opportunity to invite a friend to join you, and to meet new volunteers!
February is Black History Month – the annual observance of the history of the African diaspora. Begun as Negro History Week by historian Carter G. Woodson in 1926, it evolved into a month-long recognition in 1976, with the goal of educating the American people about African American history. It concentrates on the cultural backgrounds and achievements of African Americans. We will celebrate Black History Month in worship at Broad Street recognizing African American history, culture, or traditions related to church music and worship.
Figuring Out Faith with Peter! This Lent, we are focusing on the life and faith of one of Jesus’ most famous disciples. In Peter, we see a person who is both steadfast and unsteady, a dear friend and a betrayer, a follower and a wanderer. In Peter, we often see ourselves. By following Peter’s journey, we watch the story of Jesus unfold through the eyes of a very normal human trying to figure it all out – just like us! Wednesday night Lenten Study begins Feb. 21st. Watch for sign-up information coming soon.
Ash Wednesday Service – February 14, 7:00pm in the Sanctuary. The sign of the cross, made from the ashes of last Easter’s palm branches, is offered on your hand or forehead, as a sign of our mortality and repentance. This tradition has a long history in Jewish and Christian worship, and can be a powerful nonverbal and experiential way of participating in the call to repentance and reconciliation leading to the Easter celebration. The service will include scripture and poetry, prayer and meditation, choir anthems and contemplative Taize music. Mark your calendar and join us for a moving Ash Wednesday experience.
Young Adults Group is going to the Escape Room of Grandview! February 17, 3:30pm. Must register in advance at https://bsumc501.breezechms.com/form/9a5321 by Feb. 7th. Tickets are $30 per person.
New keyless entry system went into effect February 1. If you, or someone you know, still have church keys, you will need to exchange those for a keyless fob. Keys can be exchanged Sundays after worship in the Narthex, or by appointment in the church office until February 1st.
Winter mission collection items. Throughout the month of January we’ll be collecting items to assemble Hygiene Kits for The Church for All People’s homeless outreach ministry. Help Broad Street UMC support a sister congregation by donating the following items throughout January. Full or trial sizes welcome. We’ll assemble items into office “hygiene kits” later this month. Needed items includee:
soap and shampoo
toothpaste and toothbrush (children and adults)
feminine hygiene products
deodorant and aftershave
razors and shaving cream
nail clippers
disposable washcloths and/or wipes (infant and adult)
anti-colic baby bottles (Dr. Browns brand preferred)
Tommee Tippi baby bottles
Also donate coats, hats, mittens, scarves, and new socks, for children and adults. Help Broad Street support Church 4 All People Free Store.
This Week’s Calendar
Monday–Thursday, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, Church Office Open
Monday–Saturday, 12:00 pm, 501 AA Group | Room 306
Monday, 6:00 pm, Community Volleyball Team | Gym
Tuesday, 1:00 pm, History and Archives Team | Room 305
Wednesday, 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Manna Café meal prep | Jim Thomas Hall
Wednesday, 5:00 – 6:00 pm, Manna Café meal distribution | Ramp Entrance
Wednesday, 6:30 – 7:30 pm, Terminally Unique Men’s AA Group | Room 306
Wednesday, 7:00 pm, Ash Wednesday service | Sanctuary
Thursday, 7:00 pm, Heart-to-Heart NA Group | Room 306
Thursday, 7:30 pm, Chancel Choir Rehearsal | Choir Room
