Window Newsletter 6.15.22

Baptism of Jude Stoneham
Sunday, June 12, Jude Stoneham publicly declared his faith through baptism. His mother, Cara Tareilo, performed the baptism, and we are blessed to welcome Jude as a member of Broadway and celebrate this important day in his journey of faith with him. 

Broadway Youth Represent at March For Our Lives in Fort Worth
Broadway had a great showing at the March for Our Lives rally Saturday, June 11 in downtown Fort Worth. We are proud of our youth for coming out and Broadway’s own, Gabby Price, for bravely and eloquently representing all of us with her speech.
The march was featured in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram, which quoted from Gabby’s speech. Click here to view the article. 
Keep leading us young people!

Pentecost Offering
Thanks to everyone who contributed to this year’s Pentecost Global Missions Offering. To date, we have received $7,871.16! Money collected in this year’s offering will go to support two of our missions’ partners: Karen Morrow, CBF Field Missionary, who assists refugees resettling to Fort Worth; and the Peace Cathedral in Tbilisi, Georgia, under the leadership of Bishop Malkhaz Songulashvilli. We are so thankful to partner with these two wonderful ministries.
 
There is still an opportunity to contribute, we are so close to $8,000.00! Visit the GIVE page on the church’s website, mail a check to the church office, or place your gift in the offering this Sunday.

Worship Sunday, June 19 at 10:50 a.m.
This Sunday begins the Ordinary Time in the church year. Jennifer Davis will lead the children in a children’s sermon. Curt Thompson, violin, will be joining us in worship, along with Jane Andrews. The Chancel Choir will sing “The Master Has Come, and He Calls Us to Follow” and “Go Out with Joy.” Ryon Price will preach from Luke 8:26-39.

Church Offices and Community Center Closed Monday, June 20
The church offices and Community Center will be closed Monday, June 20 in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. 

Community Ministries Coordinator Position Available 
Broadway is hiring a part-time Community Ministries Coordinator. The position will provide support for community outreach ministries including the Agape Meal and Room in the Inn as well as help with ministries through the Community Center. The position is estimated at 25 hours per week with some schedule flexibility. Ideally, we are looking for a candidate who is bilingual (Spanish), provides excellent customer service, and can perform the position’s essential job functions. Click here for a complete job description.
 
The position is being funded through a five-year pledge gift to Broadway’s Community Ministries. Interested applicants should forward their cover letter and resume to Peter Nelson at pnelson@broadwaybc.org.

All Church Fellowship Luncheon and Quarterly Business Meeting
Sunday, June 26 at 12:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall 
Immediately following worship on Sunday, June 26, join us in Fellowship Hall for a churchwide luncheon. Everyone is welcome and the lunch is free of charge. The luncheon will be a great opportunity to fellowship and connect with one another. Measures will be taken to ensure safe, social distancing.
 
After lunch, we will hold our Quarterly Business Meeting. One of the agenda items is for a congregational vote on the decision to withdraw from the Tarrant County Baptist Association. As per our bylaws, a quorum of 100 members is required to conduct the business of the church. We encourage all members to attend. The full agenda will be emailed to members next week. Contact info@broadwaybc.org with questions. 

Baptist Women in Ministry Annual Gathering
Tuesday, June 28 at Wilshire Baptist Church, Dallas Texas
Baptist Women in Ministry is an ecumenical and denominational partner of Broadway Baptist Church. This year the BWIM Annual Gathering will be held in person at Wilshire Baptist Church as well as via Zoom for remote attendees. The theme quote is from Dr. Maya Angelou, “When you know better, you do better.” This time will be an encouragement for finding ways to grow and knowing better as well as creating environments for women in ministry to thrive.  Learn more here. 

CBF General Assembly
June 28 -30, 2022, Hyatt Regency Dallas
The 2022 CBF General Assembly will be held in person in Dallas and online June. CBF is one of Broadway’s ecumenical and denominational partners. Broadway will be featured in a workshop on Wednesday, June 29 chronicling the formation and work of the ACT Council.  To learn more or register to attend click HERE. 

Broadway Group Attends City Council Meeting for Affordable Housing
Many thanks to all who were present at the Fort Worth City Council Meeting Tuesday evening, June 14 as well as everyone who emailed or sent a comment card! The Justice Committee’s advocacy group made a difference.

The council voted unanimously in favor of two more Permanent Supportive Housing projects, in Districts 3 and 8.
Fort Worth is on its way to effectively ending chronic homelessness. Permanent Supportive Housing allows the most vulnerable among us (those who have experienced homelessness for over a year and who have a disability) to not only have a home but, through onsite case managers, to also have access to the healthcare and other services they need to stabilize their lives and begin to thrive. It’s a proven model, and the Broadway Justice Committee is pleased to have contributed to seeing that it is successfully funded.

If you wish to support initiatives such as this or want to learn more about the Justice Committee, email them at justicecommitte@broadwaybc.org. 

New Broadway Justice Committee Facebook Group
The Justice Committee at Broadway has a new Facebook group to help connect, find information, and receive updates on current events and justice related calls to action. To request to join, use this link: Broadway Justice Committee Action Group

Summer at Camp Broadway
Summer is heating up at Camp Broadway! In the past month the Camp has hosted large groups of guests who enjoyed the lodge, cabins, Quiet House and grounds for camps, retreats, celebrations, weddings, and more.
If you would like to come out to the Camp for a visit, tour, or as a guest, please contact Fran Patterson.

Pictured here: 

• Boy Scout Troop 12 wood shop renovation 
• A Trail Life scouting event including approximately 200 scouts and adult leaders.
• Cooperative Baptist Fellowship of Oklahoma group who also served at the Agape Meal.
• A summer camp for 120 teenage girls from the Fort Worth North Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
• A youth confirmation celebration

May by the Numbers
May was another busy month for our Community Center and Ministries. As the weather continues to rise, we are also seeing the need rise among the neighbors in our community for these essential services.
 
Here’s a brief report of services provided in May:

• Sack Lunches: 1,218 lunches distributed
• Groceries: 184 households served (545 persons)
• Agape Meal: 285 meals served  
• Adult Clothing Ministry: 72 people served
• Rental Assistance: $1,120 in financial assistance provided
• Diaper Bank: 28 families served

Thanks to our wonderful staff and volunteers who make these services possible and those who contribute financially to support the ministries and mission of Broadway. 

Agape Meal Volunteer Opportunity
Our Agape Meal has moved back indoors. We are so glad to welcome our friends and neighbors for this shared meal around the table and worship together. Special precautions are in place to ensure everyone’s safety.
 
Volunteer at Agape: With the move indoors, volunteers are needed each week to be table hosts and servers. The meal is served from 6:00 – 7:00. Volunteers should plan to arrive by 5:30. If you are interested in volunteering, contact Peter Nelson for more information.  

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. Click HERE to view registration dates and times. 

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. Contact Dawn Shepard with questions. 

Community Center Summer 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 makes this a dire need for unsheltered neighbors.)

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.

Room In the Inn
Broadway has participated in our local Room in the Inn ministry for over a decade. We work in partnership with other churches to provide food and overnight sleeping accommodations for men experiencing homelessness during the hottest and coldest months of the year.
 
For the last two years, Room in the Inn has been suspended due to concerns about the spread of COVID-19. We are excited to announce that Room in the Inn will resume this summer and that Broadway will be participating during July and August.

Volunteer Opportunity 
Broadway will participate in Room in the Inn on Monday nights, beginning July 11. Each week, volunteers will be needed to provided transportation and meals for our guests as well as Innkeepers who can stay overnight. If your group or Sunday School class in interested in participating in Room in the Inn, contact Peter Nelson for more information.
 

 
Please pray for the two refugee families from Afghanistan that we are helping.