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APRIL 27, 2017
Asking for Help
One afternoon a little girl decided she needed one more large rock
to complete a fort she’d been building. The other rocks had been
small enough for her to carry. This one presented a challenge. But
she loved challenges, so she set to work. The first problem was the
hill. The rocks were at the bottom, the fort at the top.
DR. GREG DAVIS
Senior Pastor
She got behind the big rock and started pushing. Didn’t budge. Then
she tied a rope around it and started pulling. Didn’t work. About
this time her mother got home from the office. She found her
daughter struggling.
The girl described the problem. Her mother asked, “What methods have you used?”
She listed all her efforts. Then her mother reminded her of how resourceful she was.
That she was confident her daughter would solve the problem.
Exasperated, the girl made a couple more attempts. Finally she went to an engineering
website. Figured out how to rig a pulley. Didn’t work.
Her mom found her in tears. She brought her some lemonade. She was ready to give up.
“Have you tried everything, honey?”
“YES. Absolutely everything.”
“No, you haven’t,” her mother said. “You haven’t tried asking for help.”
In no time the two of them rolled that rock up the hill.
Here’s the application: first, God cares about our problems, large and small.
Second, God is ready and waiting for us to ask. God wants to help.
Third, God provides human hands and hearts and shoulders and ears who care. In our
community of faith there are pastors. Loving staff. Caring members.
Fourth, remember to use all your resources.
Nacho Mama's 5k | Saturday, May 13
Register now!
Come celebrate Mother’s Day Weekend
at the "Nacho Mama’s 5k" on Saturday,
May 13 at 8:00 a.m. beginning in the
parking lot of Broadmoor United Methodist Church. It will be a fun way to honor
the women who raised us, with proceeds benefiting the Louisiana Methodist
Children’s Home. Runners will celebrate
with free nachos at the end of the race!
Register online (http://www.sportspectrumusa.com/events/nacho-mama-s-5k)
or at Sportspectrum, located at 6970
Fern Loop. The pre-registration fee is $30,
and on race day the fee is $35. If you
would like to volunteer on the Hospitality
Team at the 5k, please contact Rev. Peter
Gaughan at [email protected].
Running the Race in The River
Our life of discipleship is a journey.
Hebrews 12 likens it to a race. Whether
we consider ourselves runners our not,
we are on this journey or race together.
As our church prepares to host the
Nacho Mama's 5k, join us on Sunday
mornings from April 30-May 14 in The
River Contemporary Service (11:00 in
Anderson Gym) as we reflect on running
the race.
Memorials & Honorariums
Building Fund
In memory of Susan Wilhite by The
Monday Pathway Group.
Missions Ministry
In honor of Diane Valentine by an
anonymous donor.
COMING SOON...
Young Adult Game Night | Friday, April 28
Young adults are invited to come play board games, card games, and strategy games at
this fun-filled event! Please bring a snack to share. Drinks will be provided. For more
information contact Amy Blackburn at [email protected].
Music Ministry
In memory of Mildred S. Kelley by Tray,
Rebekah and Sarah Credeur.
United Methodist Women
In honor of Ruby Stewart by an
anonymous donor.
Sympathy
We extend sympathy to the family of Billie
Corley, who passed away on April 13.
We extend sympathy to the Oden Family in
the loss of Pope's mother Josie Oden, who
passed away on April 14.
We extend sympathy to the Hayter Family
in the loss of Jay's grandfather Eddy
Blanchard, who passed away on April 16.
We extend sympathy to the family of James
Brint, who passed away on April 16.
Birth
We welcome into the world
Caroline Abigail Bordelon,
daughter of Jeff & Meghan Bordelon,
born April 20.
Youth Stock Sale | Begins Sunday, April 30
Support our Youth Ministry summer mission projects through the annual Stock Sale,
which will begin on Sunday, April 30 in the Fellowship Area and Anderson Foyer.
Church members are invited to purchase "stock shares" in our summer projects, CSM
Los Angeles and Weekend of the Cross. This investment isn't just financial, its spiritual.
By purchasing $20 shares of stock in our youth ministry you will be investing in their
spiritual development and their work to share God's love. You will see returns on your
investment through a stronger youth ministry and, in turn, a stronger church!
Confirmation
This Sunday, April 30, we will celebrate
Confirmation Sunday. Congratulations to
the following youth who will be confirmed:
Brendan Anderson
Kaden Bagwell
Lillie England
Tindol Hamm
Catherine Lindsey
Aubrey Rochelle
Madeline Smith
Millicent Smith
Emily Watts
Evan Weaver
Celebrate!
BUMC member Chris Owens built a
much-needed ramp for Sarah Tully to use
when she is able to come home from
rehab. Thanks for your service, Chris!
UMW Layette Ministry Baby Shower and Luncheon | Tuesday, May 2
United Methodist Women will host their annual Layette Baby Shower and Luncheon on
Tuesday, May 2 at 10:30 a.m. in Pearce Hall. The cost of the Luncheon is $8 and proceeds will be donated to the Layette Ministry. A gift of $10 will purchase a complete
layette and may be given in honor or memory of a loved one for Mother's Day. Signed
cards with the loved one's name will be placed inside each layette. Monetary gifts for the
layettes will be accepted at the Baby Shower and in the Fellowship Area on Sunday, April
30 and Sunday, May 7. All are welcome!
National Day of Prayer | Thursday, May 4
We are a people who pray together for
and with each other. National Day of
Prayer calls on all people of different faiths
in the United States to pray for the nation
and its leaders. It is held annually on the
first Thursday of May, which is May 4 this
year. Broadmoor UMC will open its chapel
on May 4 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
for people to come and pray. At 12:10
p.m., those present will be lead in a time
of guided prayer by Rev. Peter Gaughan
that will last approximately 20-25 minutes.
All are welcome to come and go as their
schedule allows to light candles, write
prayers, sit in peace, and observe the
prayers offered at 12:10. Our world, our
nation, our neighbors, and we ourselves
are in need of prayer. Join us and others
across the nation on May 4 to pray.
Le Tour Des Jardins (Garden Tour) | Sunday, May 7
Join us on Sunday, May 7 for the Le Tour des Jardins Garden Tour hosted by the Northwest Louisiana Master Gardeners. We will meet at the church at 1:00, load up the
church van, and enjoy the annual spring garden tour. This year's tour will take you
through seven beautiful private gardens throughout Shreveport. You can sign up at the
Welcome Center. Cost is $10.
Know a BUMC College Grad?
If you know a BUMC college student who will graduate this May, please send their
name, college, and degree info to Carrie Restel at [email protected] by Tuesday, May 9. We will recognize them later this month in worship and in the newsletter.
Mother's Day Dinner | Sunday, May 14
Let us take care of your Mothers' Day plans this year. Treat your mom or any special
person in your life with a steak dinner on Sunday, May 14 starting at 5:00 p.m. in Pearce
Hall. Not only will there be delicious steaks and potatoes, but there will also be live
entertainment throughout your meal. This special dinner experience is brought to you
by the Music Ministry of Broadmoor UMC. Tickets can be purchased at the church, with
only 100 tickets being sold. Get them fast, as this is sure to sell out!
Senior Sunday | May 7
Congratulations to our high school seniors who are about to graduate! We will
celebrate these students on Sunday, May
7, during worship services.
Youth Week 2017 | May 21-26
Piper Brady
C.E. Byrd
LSU Shreveport
Taylor Brint
Captain Shreve
Louisiana Tech
Molly Kelly
Captain Shreve
Northwestern State
Madeline Laney
C.E. Byrd
Louisiana Tech
Youth entering 6th grade through exiting 12th grade are invited to participate in this
year's Youth Week! We have a fun week of events planned for May 21-26. The price
including Six Flags is $60, and $20 without. All participants will receive a t-shirt. Fill out
a registration card at the Welcome Center or in The Basement Youth Area. Deadline
to sign up is Sunday, May 14. If you have questions, please feel free to contact Brandon
Winningham, Youth Director, at [email protected] or 861-0586.
• Sunday, May 21: UMY Lip Sync Battle
from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in the gym
• Monday, May 22: All the Games!
from 2:00-5:00 p.m. in the gym
• Tuesday, May 23: Six Flags over Texas
from 6:30 a.m.-10:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, May 24: Swim Party at
Shreveport Yacht Club from 3:008:00 p.m.
• Thursday, May 25: UMY All Night
from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 a.m. next
morning
• Friday, May 26: Pancake Breakfast
from 9:00-10:00 a.m. in the gym
We Welcome New Members
Candace
Cannon
Andrew & Rachel
Sherman
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Serve at the Common Ground Closet | Wednesday Mornings
Common Ground is local organization putting "feet to faith" in the Cedar Grove neighborhood of Shreveport. They host children's programs, mentor young people, serve a
community meal, provide food and clothing, and garden together. Broadmoor UMC is
beginning a relationship with Common Ground, and we want you to be a part of it! We
are specifically starting to serve at their closet that provides clothing for men, women,
and children in need.
We are looking to form a "volunteer staff" to help organize and sort their clothing donation closet weekly on Wednesday mornings from 7:30-9:30. Even if you can only work
once a month, we would love to have you on the team! So far, we have had one week
of touring and hearing about the program, helped with one garage sale, and worked two
weeks in the closet. It will always be a wonderful work in progress, and we would love
for you to join us in this new local mission opportunity.
If you are interested in helping, please sign up at a Welcome Desk. The Common
Ground Community Center is located at 6806 Southern (corner of Southern and 68th
Street). Contact project coordinator Diane Valentine at 617-7896 for more information.
Serve at the Allendale Community Garden
of Hope and Love
Gardening is refreshing and renewing.
We are looking for a team of gardeners to help with the Allendale Garden of
Love and Hope, where several members
served on BUMC Service Day. The purpose of the garden is to bring beauty and
share the abundance with the surrounding
neighborhood. The head gardener named
Ms. Rosie has worked in the garden for
19 years, and it is a blessing to be able to
help her. Community Renewal International sponsors the garden and volunteers.
We have dates for the Broadmoor team
to work in the garden through the fall. Join
us from 7:30-9:30 a.m. on Saturdays: May
6, June 10, July 8, August 12, September
9, and October TBA. We will meet in the
garden, located on the corner of the 1500
block of Buena Vista and N. Allen.
If you are interested in helping, please sign
up at a Welcome Desk. Contact project
coordinator Diane Valentine at 617-7896
for more information.
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