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The Midnight HourThere’s something special about a youth lock-in. Maybe it’s the laughter echoing through the church hall, the smell of snacks and Taco John's, or the sound of games and conversations that go on well past midnight. But this past weekend, something deeper happened in the middle of all that noise, something holy. We gathered for what we thought would be a fun night of fellowship, food, and games. And don’t get me wrong it was that. The students were full of energy, laughter, and life. They played, they joked, they dressed up and sang Karaoke and maybe, some tested how much caffeine a human body can handle. Somewhere around midnight, as things settled down and the world outside grew quiet, God showed up. That’s when we gathered together for a message I called “The Midnight Hour.” It was built around Acts 16, where Paul and Silas were locked up in prison, chained and beaten, yet still chose to pray and sing hymns to God. And in that dark place, at midnight, God shook the ground and broke their chains. |
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Christmas PartnershipChristmas cheer can come in many packages. For the last several years, our Broadway United Methodist members have brought joy to local children in just that - brightly colored packages. We all know that Christmas is not about material things. But these presents are more than just the dolls or dump trucks inside. They are proof that people care. They are proof that these children are worthy of another person’s time. They are proof that they are seen. The Boys and Girls Club Christmas Gift Drive was very important to BUMC member Mick Freeman. He worked alongside fellow member Dirk Waller to make sure every child who filled out a wish list was matched with a shopper from our church. He loved bringing smiles to these children’s faces. |
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5th Sunday PotluckJoin us after worship at about 12:00 PM for lunch in the Fellowship Hall. If you can, we invite you to bring a favored covered dish, side, or dessert. If you can't bring something, that's ok. There is always plenty. |
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AnnouncementsWeekend Update This weekend will see several things going on inside the church. We wanted to make you aware of what is happening so you can choose what is best. If you are not attending or helping, we recommend you wait to come to the church to minimize distractions and leave ample parking. Friday 10AM - Carol Thien with Care and Share will be picking up donations from the city wide collection event. She and her team will be bringing them to Broadway to store until they need inventory for the pantries. They will be using room 212. Time TBD: Nathan Gearhart's family will be here to set up the Sanctuary for his memorial service. United Women in Faith will also be in the Fellowship Hall setting up for the luncheon. Saturday 10 AM Visitation with the Gearhart family in the Sanctuary |
