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Window Newsletter 9.15.21

Sep 15, 2021 | The Window Newsletter

BROADWAY CELEBRATES

Celebrating New Life
Meet Quinn Caroline O’Brien, born Thursday, September 2, 2021. Congratulations to proud parents Matt and Kristin O’Brien and big sister Maddy. Flowers in the Narthex this Sunday will be in honor of this sweet new life. Welcome to the Broadway family Baby Quinn!

 
 

THIS WEEK AT BROADWAY

Book Study Kick Off Event: After Evangelicalism: The Path to a New Christianity
Meet author Dr. David P. Gushee
Sunday, September 19, 2:00 to 3:00 p.m.

Broadway’s new book study of After Evangelicalism: The Path to a New Christianity will begin with an opportunity to meet and hear from the book’s author, Dr. David P. Gushee. Dr. Gushee is the Distinguished University Professor of Christian Ethics at Mercer University and will join us via Zoom to discuss his personal journey and his book. As one of the world’s leading religious scholars, he is the author, coauthor, editor, or coeditor of more than 25 books and over 175 academic book chapters, journal articles, and reviews. Register to attend here

Online Small Group Registration 
Register to join one of our small group studies, which will begin meeting online for a four-week period following the kickoff event. See registration form for group times and dates. Sessions are one hour in length. Group size is limited to 12 in each group. All registrants are responsible for securing their own copy of the book. Email Tracey McKee with questions or call 817-336-5761 ext. 8226. 

Click this link to join a small group: Small Group Registration

Wednesday Night Bible Study 
Tonight, September 15 at 6:00 p.m., Fleming Chapel
Join Pastor Ryon Price and others for study, prayer, and song in Broadway’s renovated Fleming Chapel at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesdays.  This time is especially created for those interested in studying and learning more about the arc of the Bible and those wishing to find connection and community in an informal, yet sacred space.  Come find spiritual renewal and insight into scripture in this one hour service of prayer, liturgy, and teaching. 

Attend in person or watch the livestream on our Facebook page or website. 

All Invited to Coffee & Fellowship in Room 302
Sundays at 9:00 a.m.
Make a plan to stop by the Good Shepherd Room this Sunday morning and meet up with other friends and guests of Broadway before your class starts. Coffee and pastries are served each Sunday starting at 9:00 a.m. in Room 302. 
 
This week our coffee fellowship features delicious homemade pastries from our neighborhood friends at Three Danes as well as regular and decaf coffee from our local Starbucks. Hot tea is also available.
 
Broadway’s coffee fellowship is a pay-what-you-can coffee house. Everyone is encouraged to do one of three things: 

 

  • pay what you can afford
  • pay what you would normally pay
  • pay it forward, i.e., pay what you normally would, plus a little extra

Stop by Sunday morning to support these great local businesses, enjoy some delicious coffee and pastries, and fellowship with your friends at Broadway. 
 
Worship Sunday, September 19, at 10:50 a.m.
This Sunday we rejoice with Tayana & Defefa Matias as they dedicate their son, Francis. The Chancel Choir will sing “O God, Beyond All Praising,” arranged by Richard Proulx and “Before the Ending of the Day,” by Patrick Vu. Ryon Price will preach a sermon titled “Peace and All Good” from Mark 9:30-37.

 

COVID-19 Health & Safety Update: In response to the rise in cases and hospitalizations due to the Delta variant of COVID-19, Broadway has a mask requirement for all persons, even those who are fully vaccinated. Click here to read Broadway’s complete policy. 

Join us for worship in person or via live stream on our website or on our Facebook page. 

North Texas Giving Day
Thursday, September 23
Next Thursday, September 23, is North Texas Giving Day. This annual event encourages people in our community to support local non-profits and causes that they care about.
 
It’s a great opportunity for you to support our Community Ministries and Missions here at Broadway Baptist Church! We have a goal this year is to raise $10,000 and we need your help to reach that goal.
 
All contributions are tax-deductible and 100% of your contribution directly supports our Community Ministry and Missions efforts including:
 

  • Support and assistance for Afghan Refugees resettling in Fort Worth
  • Groceries through our May Street Market
  • Food and supplies for our weekly Agape Meal
  • Sack lunches for homeless neighbors and day laborers
  • Clothing and shoes for adults and children
  • School uniforms for students and families in Fort Worth ISD
  • Coats and blankets this winter for our homeless neighbors
  • Rental assistance for neighbors in 76104
  • Beds and meals for Room in the Inn
  • Relief for those in need due to natural disasters

 
Mark your calendar and plan now to support Broadway’s Community Ministries and Missions on North Texas Giving Day!
 
Contribute here or visit our Facebook page. Share with family and friends and encourage them to support Broadway’s Community Ministries and Missions on North Texas Giving Day!
 
Thank you for your contribution and support!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Deacon Board Meeting
Monday, September 20 at 6:30 p.m.
The next meeting of the Board of Deacons is scheduled for Monday, September 20 at 6:30 p.m. This virtual meeting will be held via Zoom. Please contact Jenn Nelson  if you wish to attend as a guest. 

Deacon Ordination in Worship
Sunday, September 26 at 10:50 a.m. 
Mark your calendar to join us in worship Sunday, September 26, when we will commission new Deacon Ordinands. 

COMMUNITY CORNER
August by the Numbers 
August was another busy month at our Community Center as we continue to provide essential services to our neighbors and guests. 
 
Here’s a brief report of services provided in August: 

 

  • Sack Lunches: 1,174 lunches distributed
  • Groceries: 168 households served (472 persons)
  • Agape Meal: 328 guests served
  • Adult Clothing Ministry: 123 people served
  • Rental Assistance: $800 in financial assistance provided
  • Diaper Bank: 16 families served

This year, we also distributed school uniforms to over 500 students in the Fort Worth ISD! Each student receives two shirts, two pants, socks, and underwear. Additionally, we have distributed thousands of bottles of water during August and throughout the summer. 
 
Thanks to our great staff and volunteers who make these ministries possible and those who give financially to support these ministries and partnerships.

 

Volunteers Needed to Assist Afghan Refugees
Broadway will be partnering with World Relief to provide “good neighbor” support teams for two Afghan Refugee families who are resettling in Fort Worth. World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization that brings sustainable solutions to the world’s greatest problems – disasters, extreme poverty, violence, oppression, and mass displacement. They partner with local churches and community leaders in the U.S. and abroad to bring hope, healing and transformation to the most vulnerable. Good Neighbor Teams are a six-month commitment to provide support and assistance to refugee families.

Good neighbor teams provide the following types of services and aid to refugee families:

  • Pick up families from the airport
  • Pack welcome kits for families
  • Provide transportation to doctor appointments
  • Provide grocery store orientation
  • Provide public transit orientation
  • Assist with ESL classes
  • Assist with obtaining driver’s license
  • Assist with enrolling children in school

In order to participate, you will need to complete a volunteer application with World Relief. Click this link to apply. When prompted on the application, identify that you are with Broadway Baptist Church and that you are interested in Good Neighbor Teams. This will ensure you get assigned to one of Broadway’s Good Neighbor Teams. World Relief conducts a background check on all volunteer applicants. You will also be required to complete a brief, online orientation.
 
Broadway Volunteer Training: A training session for Broadway volunteers is scheduled for this Thursday, September 16, at 7:00 p.m. The training session will be led by Karen Morrow, CBF Field Representative who works as an advocate for refugee families who are resettling in our area. The training session will be via Zoom and should last 60-75 minutes. Karen will provide valuable insights on cross-cultural communication and what to expect when assisting refugees. While this training is not required to volunteer, it is strongly recommended.
At this time, we don’t know when refugee families will be assigned to us. Most Afghan Refugees are currently receiving medical assistance and clearance at U.S. military bases. We will let you know as soon as we hear from World Relief and we have been assigned one or both of our families.
 
Contact Peter Nelson if you are interested in volunteering or attending this Thursday’s training session. The Zoom session will be recorded we will provide a link to the recording for anyone who is unable to attend this Thursday evening.  
 

Community Center Needs 
Even during the pandemic, we continue to distribute clothes to our neighbors in need through the Adult Clothing Room in our Community Center. At present, there is a great need for new and gently used men’s and women’s tennis shoes and comfortable walking shoes. All sizes are needed. You can drop these off at the Community Center between 9:00 – noon, Monday through Friday. 

 

Contact Dawn Shepard to arrange a different drop-off time. If you do not feel comfortable shopping for the shoes at this time, please consider making a financial donation to the Adult Clothing Room or Community Center. Thanks. 
 
MORE THAN ONE WAY
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.  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.
 
Keeping Connected with the Broadway Mobile
The Broadway mobile app offers many useful features such as:
  • Update your contact information
  • View worship services
  • Secure giving
  • Secure view of financial contributions
  • Submit a prayer request or contact the church office
  • View and register for events and more!

App Tip: If you are a member and don’t see the directory tile, go to profile and log in again. 

Need login information? Contact Jenn Nelson. To download the app click HERE.
Mobile Membership Directory: The Broadway membership directory is available online via the mobile app. For security, this directory option only shows when the app user is also a Broadway member.  You may make updates to your contact information through the app, including uploading a picture. Please email Jenn Nelson if you prefer to not have your contact information listed in the membership directory.
STATE OF THE CHURCH
 

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. 
 
Prayer Requests
Let us know how we may pray for you using the following link: 

 

               Prayer Requests

Your requests will be prayed over by the Broadway Ministry team and Intercessory Prayer Group. 
 
Member Death and Services
John Kundra passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 7. Memorial service date and time will be shared once confirmed. Our prayers for comfort go out to his husband, Brandon, and all those who loved him. 

 

The memorial service planned for Cindy Fuller, wife of Winston Fuller, has been re-scheduled for the spring of 2022. An announcement with new date and time will be shared once confirmed. 
 Community Prayers
Pray for our staff and volunteers at the Community Center as they provide groceries, sack lunches, and meals to our community.
 
Pray for all those who work in hospitals, shelters, and our first responders.
 
Pray for those who are facing loss or reduction of employment.
 
Pray for families with children at home as well as parents trying to balance working from home or a sudden income loss. 

Pray for children who are not in safe homes and may be abused or neglected.

Pray for all of our children and youth in school as the spread and the effects of COVID-19 continue. Pray for those who take care of our children and youth-school staff and volunteers, church volunteers, and all parents and caretakers during this challenging time.

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