The Window Newsletter 6.30.21

Quarterly Church Business Meeting 
Tonight, June 30 at 6:30 p.m., Room 302 and Zoom
All members are encouraged to attend our quarterly church business meeting today at 6:30 p.m. This meeting will be held both in person and via Zoom. As a reminder we require a quorum of 100 members to conduct business meetings so your participation is important! View the agenda here. 

Zoom Registration: Broadway members may register to attend here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Please email Jenn Nelson in the church office with questions. 

 

All Invited to Coffee & Fellowship in Room 302
Sunday, July 4 at 9:00 a.m.
As we return to more in person programming the opportunity to fellowship on Sunday mornings returns as well. Children’s and Preschool Sunday School begin again this Sunday along with most adult Sunday school classes and small groups. We are excited to offer a time to enjoy coffee, pastries, and meet with friends and visitors in Room 302 where you can go after checking in the kids or before attending a class. You will find a welcome information table with brochures and details about current ministries, Sunday school classes, and ways to connect and plug in to life at Broadway. A staff member will be available to help answer questions. We encourage you to stop by and visit! 

New Broadway Wedding Website Page
Broadway is a beautiful place to hold your special ceremony and now we offer a place for engaged couples planning their important day a place to learn more about planning a wedding at Broadway. Visit our new wedding page on the Broadway website here!

Worship Sunday, July 4, at 10:50 a.m.
This Sunday we will celebrate the baptism of Jimmy McGlothlin and observe communion. We have modified the communion process to keep everyone safe. Deacons serving will wear masks and gloves to protect all congregants. We will also resume passing the plates during the offertory. The Chancel Choir will sing “Will You Come and Follow Me” and “In Remembrance of Our Lord.” Scott Ayers is the guest organist. Ryon Price will preach on Mark 6:1-13. 

Update: Masks no longer required in worship
Masks are now optional in worship. For those who feel more comfortable with people around you also wearing masks we will have two designated spaces which require masks: back balcony and the last few rows of the south side nave for those with mobility needs. 

Join us for worship in person! No reservation required. You may also join via live stream on our website or visit our Facebook page. 

Worship Care Reservations: Childcare is available for children ages 5 and younger. We ask that you make a reservation to assist us in ensuring we have proper staffing.  If you have any questions, please contact Mary Jesse. 

Church Office Closed Monday July 5
Please note that the church offices and Community Center will be closed Monday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day.
 

School Uniform Distribution
This year, Broadway will again provide school uniforms for school age children in the Fort Worth ISD. Students receive two white shirts, two blue pants, socks, and underwear. 
 
Registration is in person at the Community Center on Thursdays from June 17 – July 22 from 11:00 a.m. – noon. What to bring: 

• Valid photo ID
• Child’s birth certificate or school verification
• Clothing sizes for children

Those registering will be given a date and time in August to pick-up their uniform order. 
 
 

Community Center Needs
As we strive to serve our guests, the Community Center needs the following items:

• New or gently used men’s and women’s tennis shoes or comfortable walking shoes (all sizes)
• Cases of bottled water (summer heat and humidity are right around the corner)

Donations can be dropped off in the large blue cart outside the church’s first floor office or you can bring them by the Community Center, Monday – Friday, between 9:00 – noon. Contact Dawn Shepard to arrange a drop-off time. 
 
Please consider donating the items listed or making a financial contribution to help us purchase the needed items. Thanks.

Chapel Choir Homecoming Celebration
Sunday, July 11 
Chapel Choir Homecoming Celebration will be July 11 just following worship in the Sanctuary.  The Chapel Choir will be presenting a couple of pieces they’ve prepared while on mission tour, sharing testimony about their mission work in Fort Worth, and showing a slideshow of their work in the city to end the celebration. Please plan to join us and wear your senior shirt if you received one from your LOL donation!
 

Grants Available for Members in Need
Many members of our congregation are feeling the financial effects of the COVID 19 crisis.  Some have been furloughed from their jobs, some have incurred medical expenses, while others have lost their livelihood altogether.  In an attempt to assist with the many needs arising from this crisis, funds from the Congregational Care and the pastoral care budgets are being made available for our members.
 
Each grant amount will be up to $500, depending on the need of the individual or family.  We are asking that members in need of assistance complete a simple grant application form.  Information from the application will be kept in strict confidence.  Our Pastoral staff will review the applications and make the grant assignments.
 
If you and/or your family could use some help during these uncertain times, please email Fran Patterson for an application.  Also, if you are looking for ways to help during this crisis, please contact Fran.
 

Church Office Hours
We’re excited to announce that the church offices have reopened for guests and outside groups. Office hours are:

• Monday – Thursday — 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Fridays — 9:00 a.m. – noon

If you are hoping to meet with a staff person, we recommend that you coordinate your visit in advance. 
 
Masks are not required for those persons who are fully vaccinated. Anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms should stay home. See our policy here. 
 

Summer Giving
Summer is the season of the year where our church’s expenditures often exceed our contributions. This year is no exception as we have already re-opened worship services and our church offices. Youth and children’s camps resume this summer and we continue to provide a wide range of essential services through our Community Center. Summer electric bills, repairs, and routine maintenance do not take a vacation. Thank you for your faithful support of Broadway’s ministries. Please prayerfully consider how God is leading you to give over the summer. Thanks.
 

Financial Report Budget Year 2021-22

 

Online Giving
If you would like to contribute to the ministries of Broadway Baptist Church, you can do so by visiting our website Giving Page, download our Mobile App, or text “Give” to 817-383-1336.