Window Newsletter 8.31.22

New Bible Study Class
Sundays, 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Room 302D
Looking for a Sunday morning class? A new bible-study based class recently began. The class is taught by Brian Briscoe and is currently studying the book of John. All are welcome! If interested, join them this Sunday in room 302D and meet the group. 

Worship Sunday, September 4 at 10:50 a.m.
This Sunday’s worship service will include the celebration of communion. The Chancel Choir will sing “Bread of the World in Mercy Broken” by Michael Cox. Ryon Price will preach from Luke 14:25-33.

Church Offices & Community Center Closed
Monday, September 5
The Church offices and Community Center will be closed Monday, September 5 in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

Tuesday Morning Bible Study Resumes
Tuesday, September 6, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
The Tuesday Morning Bible Study group is preparing to resume its weekly study in September. The group will meet in 204 Conference room and will offer a hybrid option to attend virtually for those who are not able to attend in person. This study is open to all. If interested, join them this Tuesday to meet group members and learn more. Contact Sarah Tutt at 817-312-2960 with questions. 

Community Center Open House
Wednesday, September 7, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
We are excited to offer this opportunity for Broadway friends and neighbors to visit and tour the updated Community Center. We have found creative ways during the COVID pandemic to continue providing essential services to our guests, but we have missed providing our guests with Broadway’s “Extravagant Hospitality.” We are thankful that we will soon be welcoming guests back inside to shop for groceries in our May Street Market or choose clothes in our Adult and Children’s Clothing Rooms. With mask requirements and safe social distancing practices, we feel we can welcome people safely back into the Center. We recently moved the Agape Meal back indoors and have resumed Room in the Inn during the summer months with no issues.
 
Much work has been done inside and outside the Center to prepare for our re-opening. The church’s Landscaping Guild has transformed the flower and plant beds along the Center’s entrance, and we have made improvements inside to make the Center more welcoming for guests.
 
We want to show off the progress that’s been made and update you on the services and ministries provided through Broadway’s Community Center. An open house for members and friends of Broadway as well as our community partners is scheduled for Wednesday, September 7 from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Breakfast will be served, and we will provide tours of the Community Center. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend. 

New Women’s Sunday School Class
Broadway would like to announce a new Sunday School class for women, the Circle of Grace class. The focus of the class is prayer, Bible study and friendship development. The class starts Sunday, September 11 in room 305 beginning at 9:30am and is led by Tracey McKee. For more information on the Circle of Grace class, email Tracey or call 817-368-2393.
 

New Study Groups
September 18-November 10
A new 8-week study begins in September which will focus on exploring the relationship between contemplative prayer practices and social justice in action and ministry. Five group options will be available including:

• Wednesday night in the Chapel
• Sunday evening online group
• Tuesday evening home groups
• Thursday morning at Broadway

At the conclusion of the study, all groups are invited to a day retreat at Camp Broadway on Saturday, November 12. Contact Jennifer Davis with questions. 

View all group options and register to attend here. 

Audit Report for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
Broadway is pleased to share with the congregation that we received an unqualified (clean) audit report for the 2021-22 fiscal year. The report from our auditors, PSK, has been shared with the church’s Finance Committee and the Board of Deacons at their August meetings. A summary of the audit report will be presented to the congregation as part of the annual church business meeting on Wednesday, September 14, at 6:00 p.m. Click here for a one-page summary of the audit report and financial highlights. Click here to view a copy of the full audit report.

Our annual audit report is an important part of our transparency with the congregation regarding financial matters and promotes peace of mind when you give in support of the mission and ministries of Broadway. We give thanks for your generous support.

Recommendation for Amendment to Bylaws
Church Annual Business Meeting: Wednesday, September 14 6:00 p.m. 
Broadway’s annual church business meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 14. The Deacon Nominating Committee intends to bring a recommendation for the amendment of Section 8.03 (1) of our Bylaws to reduce the size of the Board of Deacons from 39 members to 27 members. This reduction will be implemented over a three-year period by nominating nine Deacons versus the customary 13, commencing October 1, 2023, until the Board is reduced to 27 members.
 
The proposed amended language to our Bylaws is as follows, changes are underlined for emphasis:
 
“8.03 (1) There shall be 27 members of the Board of Deacons. The number may be increased or decreased by amendment to these Bylaws, but no decrease shall have the effect of shortening the term of any incumbent member. The number may not, however, be decreased to less than three.”

This recommendation is intended to reflect the current size of our congregation and to better allow Deacons to continue to serve Broadway in other capacities. 

Please contact Matt Ferguson, Chair of the Deacon Nominating Committee, with comments or questions at mferguson06@gmail.com or (817) 422-2407.

Annual Church Business Meeting Wednesday, September 14 at 6:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall and Zoom 
Broadway’s annual church business meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 14. This meeting will by hybrid offering members both in person and Zoom attendance. All members will receive an email with Zoom link information and agenda the Monday prior to the meeting. A quorum of 100 members is required to conduct the business of the church. Please mark your calendar to attend and keep an eye on your inbox for meeting details. Email info@broadwaybc.org with questions. 

Nevertheless She Preached Annual Conference 2022
Broadway is proud to be a 2022 sponsor of the Nevertheless She Preached (NSP) annual conference. NSP invites you to Austin, Texas, September 18-20 for their annual event where they will welcome some truly incredible women to the stage: Dr. Christena Cleveland, Dr. Brittney Cooper, Karen Gonzelez, Rev. Aurelia Dávila Pratt, Rev. Dr. Pamela Lightsey, Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis, Lenore Three Stars, Kat Armas, and Rev. Kanisha Billingsley. Open to ALL this conference uniquely centers on the voices of women and offers an interfaith approach, welcoming anyone who cares deeply about equity and justice. The conference includes opportunities to attend virtually as well. 

Learn more here. Register here. 

 

 

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. 

Worship Attendance
Worship attendance numbers includes both in person and online attendance. Contact Jenn Nelson with questions. 

 

 

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. 
 

Pray for children who are not in safe homes and may be experiencing abuse or neglect.

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