Window Newsletter 11.16.22

Adult Wednesday Night Invitation: “Pray Away” Movie Screening and Panel Discussion
Wednesday, November 16 at 6:00 p.m., Stage West Theatre 

Tonight is the Fort Worth screening of PRAY AWAY, the Netflix documentary that explores the narratives of former leaders and a survivor of the “conversion therapy” movement who speak out about its lasting harm and its devastating persistence.
 
This film presents a vital opportunity to elevate the national conversation on “conversion therapy” and inform the public – and particularly religious communities where the practice is most prevalent. Religious leaders and leading organizations, including the Trevor Project, NCLR’s Born Perfect Campaign, PFLAG, Equality Utah, and GLAAD, have joined together in a campaign led by Multitude Films to do just that. And in the process to shift the ways in which church communities and families respond to and support their LGBTQ+ loved ones. This film is rated PG-13.

The screening will be followed with a panel discussion featuring survivors of “conversion therapy”, mental health experts, LGBTQIA+ advocates, and faith leaders who will reflect on the themes of the film. Come learn, connect and get plugged into a movement working to advance liberation for LGBTQIA+ Texans.

This event invitation will be offered in lieu of our Wednesday night adult education program and is being hosted by Another Story®, Broadway Baptist Church, The HELP Center for LGBT Health & Wellness, and Multitude Films.
 
Location: Stage West Theatre, 821 W Vickery Blvd., Fort Worth 76104
Doors open at 6:00 p.m.,  screening begins at 6:30 p.m.  Light fare provided.
 
Email questions to info@broadwaybc.org

Wednesday Night Family Ministries 
Starts at 5:45 p.m. 

Children ages 3-Kindergarten
Music & Missions Class
Meet in the downstairs area of the children’s building. 

Grades 1-6                   
Missions in Action and Handbell practice
Meet in the Celebration Room 

Grades 7-12                
Quest meet in the Youth Hall; youth area is open at 4:30 for youth to hang out.

2023-24 Pledge Update
Thank you to everyone who submitted their pledge card for the 2023-24 operating budget as part of our worship on Sunday. We are thankful for your continued support of the mission and ministries at Broadway Baptist Church. We are currently processing the pledge cards from Sunday and will have an update on our progress in next week’s Window.
 
If you have not yet submitted your pledge for the upcoming year, there are still opportunities to do so. You can complete the online pledge card on our website, mail your completed pledge card to the church offices, or put your completed pledge card in the offering plate this Sunday.
 
All members should have received a pledge packet in the mail. Pledge cards are also available in the literature racks in the Centrum and Narthex as well as the pews in the Sanctuary. We need your pledge to help us reach our goal this year of $1.6 million. We ask that you prayerfully consider what God is calling you to do.

Coffee Fellowship
Sundays at 9:00 a.m. in Room 302
Join us in room 302 starting at 9:00 a.m. for fellowship. Enjoy pastries from Three Danes as well as hot tea and coffee from our local Starbucks. 

Worship Sunday, November 20 at 10:50 a.m.
This Sunday we will celebrate the procession of the bounty. Todd Moody and Brian Wall will give their stewardship testimonies. The Chapel Ensemble will sing “All Creatures of Our God and King,” arranged by Fred Bock. The Chancel Choir will sing “Pilgrims’ Hymn,” by Stephen Paulus. Ryon Price will preach “The ‘Peculiar Mercies’ of the Year” from Luke 1:68-79.

May Street Market Challenge 
Now through Wednesday, November 16
The 2022 May Street Market Challenge is going strong! The three youth Sunday school classes (7th/8th, 9th/10th, & 11th/12th) are competing to collect items for Broadway’s May Street Market. Place donated food items in your favorite youth’s cart/bin located in the Centrum to help them win! Challenge ends Wednesday, November 16 at 6:00 p.m. 

Box or Bag of Mashed Potatoes – 40 points
Box or Bag of Stuffing – 30 points
Canned cranberry sauce, green beans, or pumpkin – 20 points

Monetary donations can be made online on our website Give page. Enter May Street Market Challenge and youth class in the note field. 

All Church Thanksgiving Luncheon 
Sunday, November 20, Following Worship in Fellowship Hall 
Join us in Fellowship Hall for a churchwide Thanksgiving luncheon. We will serve the traditional holiday meal and there will be a brief gratitude worship service during the luncheon. The meal is free of charge, and everyone is welcome. Members of our Missions Committee will be collecting donations for our May Street Market ministry. Bring a cash donation or any of the following shelf-stable food boxes to donate:  macaroni and cheese, Rice-a-Roni, Hamburger Helper, stuffing, and mashed potatoes. 

Youth Sweet Treat Sale 
Sunday, November 20, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the Centrum 
The annual Youth Thanksgiving fundraiser for Chapel Choir Tour offers a delicious selection of fall treats for your Thanksgiving holiday. Stop by the Centrum before and after Sunday school and worship to pick up a dessert and support the Broadway Youth!
 

Holiday Closures
Church Offices, the Community Center, and Camp Broadway will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25.
 
There will be no church activities on Wednesday, November 23 and no Agape Meal on Thursday, November 24.
 

Service of Comfort and Healing
Sunday, November 27 at 1:30 p.m., Fleming Chapel 
The holiday season can be difficult for individuals and families who have experienced loss. This service offers a sacred time and space to remember and experience the comfort and healing of Christ at Christmas. All are welcome. Contact Fran Patterson with questions. 

Hanging of the Green Wednesday, November 30 at 6:00 p.m., Sanctuary All are invited to celebrate the beginning of Advent with this family worship service led by the children, Club 56 and the youth of Broadway. Our Chapel Choir will be singing!   Child care available for babies and toddlers. Contact Mary Jesse with questions about childcare.

Gingerbread Party  Saturday, December 3, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall Our annual Gingerbread Party is a festive family friendly event for every age! Bring candy to share and $8 per house.  Register to attend and prepay for your house kit(s) HERE.

The Broadway Series 40th Annual Messiah Sing  Sunday, December 4, at 7:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:15 Broadway’s tradition of inviting the community to sing along on the choruses from Handel’s Messiah, accompanied by musicians from the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra began in 1980. Due to a Texas ice storm in 2013 and the pandemic in 2020, this year we are celebrating the 40th performance of offering the North Texas community with this beloved work. Broadway’s Messiah Sing is how many in the community begin their Advent and Christmas season. We hope our Broadway family and friends will come be a part of a long-standing tradition! Scores are provided. Featuring the Chancel and Chapel Choirs of Broadway and The Orchestra at Broadway; Michael Cox, Director of Music Ministries; Andrew Campbell, Guest Conductor; Julie Liston Johnson, soprano; Hilary Grace Taylor, alto; Myles Garver, tenor; and David Grogan, bass; Robert C. Smith, harpsichord; Bradley Reznicek, organ; and joined by Fort Worth Kantorei. This event is FREE and open to the public. Childcare available for ages 3 and under. Please contact Mary Jesse with questions.

Moravian Love Feast Wednesday, December 7 at 6:00 p.m., Fleming Chapel Join us for this intimate Advent service in Fleming Chapel as we explore the wonder and joy of the season. The service is marked by signing Christmas carols, sharing a simple meal together of sweet rolls and coffee, and the lighting of beeswax candles. Childcare available for children 3 and under; contact Mary Jesse with questions.

Advent Festival Sunday, December 11 at 10:50 a.m. in the Sanctuary Featuring Broadway’s Chancel Choir The Brass at Broadway in An Advent Festival, celebrating the music of this joyful season. Senior Pastor Ryon Price will preach in this Advent service of choral music and congregational hymn singing.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Services Saturday, December 24 at 5:00 & 11:00 p.m.  Through music and scripture readings, the 5:00 pm service in the Sanctuary features the Chancel Choir, Harp, and the Rildia Bee O’Bryan Cliburn Organ.  The evening candlelight service will feature piano and guitar in Fleming Chapel at 11:00 p.m. Childcare available for children 3 and under; contact Mary Jesse with questions.  Christmas Sunday, December 25 at 10:50 a.m. Join us for worship Sunday morning at 10:50 a.m. in the Sanctuary.

Firewood for Sale at Camp Broadway
Fall weather has finally arrived and it’s time to think about a warm fire in the fireplace or a cozy gathering around the firepit in the back yard.  Camp Broadway is selling an 1/8 of a cord for $40 or ½ of a cord for $100.  You can come and pick out the pieces you want and load them in your vehicle.
Email Fran Patterson or call 817-845-8876 to set up a time for pick up.
 
 
Quiet House Gift Certificates 
Need a gift for that special someone, or someone who already has everything?  A gift certificate to the Quiet House at Camp is just what you are looking for!  The Quiet House provides an opportunity for silence, rest, meditation, renewal, and prayer.  The one-bedroom cabin in the woods has a bedroom featuring a queen-sized bed, a living room with gas fireplace, bathroom with shower, a kitchen, and dining area.  You can also enjoy beautiful views from your rocking chair on the screened in front porch.
Contact Tracey McKee for more information.

Agape Meal  
Each Thursday, we serve 85-100 guests at our weekly Agape Meal. It’s a time to share food and fellowship with our neighbors.
 
Last week, our BBC Chapel Choir served at Agape and sang during our worship time together. They were such a blessing to our guests!
 
This week will be our special Thanksgiving meal. Volunteers should arrive between 5:15 – 5:30. Dinner is served at 6:00 followed by a worship service at 6:30. With clean-up, volunteers are usually done by 7:15.
 
Contact our Community Ministries Coordinator, Josh Lucas, if you are interested in volunteering or want to know more about our Agape Meal.
 
Note: There will be no Agape Meal on Thanksgiving. The Agape Meal will return on Thursday, December 1. 

Fall Coat Distribution  
Last week, we had our annual fall coat distribution in support of our neighbors who are experiencing homelessness. In partnership with First Mission and the Tarrant County Homeless Coalition, we distributed about 150 coats. We anticipate those numbers will continue to rise as cooler temperatures are forecasted to hit North Central Texas for the next several weeks. Distribution will continue through the fall and winter months.
 
Thanks to our staff and volunteers for their work in putting together this year’s coat distribution and for those who contributed financially to support this ministry.
 
 

YMSL Volunteers Pack Christmas Stockings 
Volunteers from Young Men’s Service League (YMSL) donated items and packed Christmas stockings for our Agape guests. Stockings include toothbrush, toothpaste, lip balm, hand sanitizer, washcloths, playing cards, gum, mints, and, of course, candy canes. YMSL volunteers packed 150 stockings, which will be distributed to our guests at the Christmas Agape Meal on Thursday, December 22. We give thanks for these generous gifts to our neighbors.
 

Financial Report Budget Year 2022-23

 

 

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. 

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.