Window Newsletter 10.25.23

Broadway seeks to be a beacon of God’s joy and justice, Christ’s hope and reconciliation, and the Holy Spirit’s courage and healing love.

We are working to create a church and world where all people are welcome and belong in the beloved community of God. Through the ministries of worship, education, compassion and advocacy, Broadway provides a place of grace, beauty, sanctuary, inclusivity, and brave faith.

New Members
Join us in welcoming new members to Broadway! Sunday, October 22, Cindy and Tim Harris made the decision to become members. Tim and Cindy are part of the Ragamuffins Sunday School Class and live here in Fort Worth where Tim has a counseling practice and Cindy is Volunteer Services Supervisor for the City of Grapevine. We are thankful for the unique gifts and experiences each new member brings to our growing congregation. Please make sure to welcome Cindy and Tim when you see them next. 

Families on Mission Christmas at Halloween Event 
Tonight, October 25, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
All families are invited to attend our Families on Mission, Christmas at Halloween event Tonight from 6:00-8:00pm. Join us for a costume contest, mission project, a visit to our haunted houses, and trick or treating around the church. The event is free.

NOTE: There will be no activities for children or youth on Thursday evening, Oct. 26. 

Agape Meal
Thursday, October 26 at 6:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall
Broadway’s weekly Agape Meal is an opportunity to serve in fellowship with our neighbors. This week’s menu features Carolina chopped brisket sandwich, green beans, potato salad, bread tea, and assorted desserts. 

Orientation and training for new volunteers is provided prior to the Agape Meal between 5:30 and 5:45 p.m. in Fellowship Hall. Meal service begins at 6:00 p.m. with a worship service from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m. There are several ways to volunteer: set up tables, serve meals, host tables, and clean up. Email Peter Nelson with questions. 

Parents Night Out 
Friday, October 27 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. 
Families with children aged infants through Grade 6 are invited to drop-off their children for a night of fun while they can take some time for themselves. Parents’ Night Out is October 27 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. The cost is $30 for the first child, $7 for each additional sibling with a family max of $51.  Please have your child eat dinner before or bring dinner with you. Snacks will be provided.  Click HERE to register and pay. Registration ends today! Contact Mary Jesse for more information.

 

 

Family Ministries Bunco Parent Night
Family Ministries parents are invited to a fun night of fellowship and Bunco at the church, Friday, October 27.  We will have snacks, desserts, and order pizza. We’ll play Bunco and hang out together in the Fellowship Hall during Parents’ Night Out. Come at 6:00 pm. The first game starts at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $5 to play, and the money will go toward the Youth Chapel Choir Tour. All parents of babies through 12^th grade are welcome. Come have fun and get to know other parents! 

Please use this Sign-Up Genius as your RSVP for registration and to sign up to bring something or order pizza.   CLICK HERE for SIGN-UP GENIUS LINK
 

Coffee Fellowship
Sundays at  9:00 a.m. in Room 302
Coffee fellowship will be offered in room 302 this Sunday starting at 9:00 a.m. for fellowship. Enjoy fresh locally made pastries from Three Danes Bakery as well as hot tea and coffee from Cherry Coffee Shop of Fort Worth.  

Worship Sunday, October 29 at 10:50 a.m.
This Sunday in worship, Royce Rose will give the second stewardship testimony in our series of our pledge season. The Chancel Handbells will play “Hashivenu,” an Israeli folk song, and the Chancel Choir will sing “My Eternal King,” by Jane Marshall. Ryon Price will preach a sermon titled “Asking Honest Questions” from Matthew 22:34-46.
 

May Street Market Challenge
Starts Sunday, October 29
The annual May Street Market Challenge between the three youth Sunday school classes begins this Sunday and continues through November 16.  The classes (7th/8th, 9th/10th, & 11th/12th) are competing to collect items for Broadway’s May Street Market for Thanksgiving. Place donated food items in your favorite youth’s cart/bin located in the Centrum to help them win! Challenge ends Thursday, 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. 
 

Baylor Men’s Choir Concert
Sunday, November 12 at 5:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary 
The 80-voice Baylor Men’s Choir will offer a concert on Sunday, November 12 at 5:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. The choir is composed of students from all areas of study. 

September by the Numbers
September was a very busy month at our Community Center.
 
Here’s a brief report of services provided in September:

• Sack Lunches: 1,572 lunches distributed
• Groceries: 306 households served (1075 persons)
• Agape Meal: 675 meals served  
• Adult Clothing Ministry: 129 people served
• Children’s Clothing Ministry: 7 families served
• Rental and Utilities Assistance: $550 in financial assistance provided
• Diaper Bank: 46 families served
• Volunteer Hours: 75 hours from 32 volunteers

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. 

Sandwich Makers Needed 
Each week we distribute about 500 sack lunches to our neighbors who are experiencing homelessness and food insecurity. One key ingredient in our sack lunches is a freshly made sandwich.
 
Thanks to the following Sunday School classes who have recently made sandwiches for our guests: 

 

 

• Circle of Grace
• Crosspaths
• Ragamuffins
• All Things New
• Journey Inward, Journey Outward

 
Thanks, also, to our Men’s Class, which made 250 hygiene kits for our Community Center and overflow shelter families.
 
We need volunteers who would be willing to make sandwiches for this ministry over the next several weeks. This is a great volunteer opportunity for families to do together or church groups like Sunday School classes. We can even provide the ingredients to make the sandwiches if you need them. Contact Peter Nelson to volunteer and for instructions on how to prepare sandwiches for safe and sanitary distribution.

Financial Report Budget Year 2023-24

 

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. 
 

Broadway Casserole Ministry
Do you know a church member who needs a little help or cheer? Broadway’s Congregational Care Ministry has a group of people who are making delicious food and will deliver to someone who could use a bit of loving care. It may be someone who has lost a loved one, had a new baby, is experiencing illness or surgery, or maybe it is a caregiver who could benefit from a hot meal. 
If you know someone who could benefit from this ministry, please let us know by submitting a Casserole Request.