Window Newsletter 10.27.21

World Hunger Offering 2021
On Sunday, Broadway collected money for our annual World Hunger Offering. Children, youth, and adults brought their offerings during worship on Sunday to help address world hunger. Nearly 700 million people worldwide go hungry each day. Food insecurity is on the rise in our nation and around the world as a result of the global pandemic and economic hardship. 
 
Thanks to everyone who contributed. To date, we have collected just over $5,000 as part of this year’s offering!
 
Proceeds from this year’s offering will go to support the soup kitchen in Gori in the Republic of Georgia. The soup kitchen serves hundreds of meals each week to refugees and people battling food insecurity in this war-torn country. The soup kitchen is a ministry of the Evangelical Baptist Church in the Republic of Georgia, a global missions partner of Broadway. 
 
There is still time to contribute. You can make your contributions using this link: World Hunger Offering.  You may also make a donation through our website and on the church’s mobile app by clicking on ‘Give.’ Checks should indicate in the memo line that they are for the World Hunger Offering. Contributions are being accepted through Sunday, October 31. 

Broadway Welcomes Afghan Family
This week, Broadway welcomed the first of two families that we will be supporting during their resettlement to Fort Worth. Broadway is providing Good Neighbor Team support for this family in partnership with World Relief. Thanks to our Broadway volunteers who shopped, moved furniture, and setup the apartment for the family’s arrival. We had wonderful welcome signs made by our Broadway Youth. Thanks to the many Broadway members and friends who have donated items and given financially to support this ministry.
 
For privacy reasons, we can only share with you limited information about the family. The family name is Noori and they have two boys, ages seven and one. They have some family and friends in the area who will be of great assistance to them during this time of transition. Broadway volunteers will help them over the next six months with grocery shopping, transportation to appointments, navigating Fort Worth, getting children enrolled in school, completing required paperwork, and making them feel safe and welcome in our community. Karen Morrow from CBF is assisting Broadway volunteers in welcoming this family. Please be in prayer for the Noori family.  

Wednesday Night Bible Study 
Tonight, 6:00 to 7:00 p.m., Fleming Chapel
Join Pastor Ryon Price for study, prayer, and song in Broadway’s renovated Fleming Chapel at 6:00 p.m. tonight. 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. 

Families on Mission, Halloween Style!
Tonight, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sanctuary & Fellowship Hall
Family Ministries is excited for our Families on Mission event tonight! All families with children in grade 6 or younger are invited to attend this event. Parents participate with their children and we will all be wearing masks. This year’s theme is “Halloween Style” complete with a costume fashion show, trick or treating around the church, and a haunted house hosted by the youth. Families will learn about the mission of Presbyterian Night Shelter and assist in making 100 candy filled treat bags for the children who reside there. Contact Jennifer Davis with questions. 

Worship Sunday, October 31 at 10:50 a.m.
This Sunday in worship, we will be joined by oboist Jane Owen on the anthem, “But By Love,” by Dan Forrest. Paul Allen will give a stewardship testimony as we prepare for Pledge Sunday. Ryon Price will preach on Mark 12:28-34.
 
COVID-19 Health & Safety Update: In response to the recent decrease in cases and hospitalizations, Broadway is no longer requiring masks for staff, volunteers, and guests in the Church offices and Community Center during the week. 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. 

Becoming Broadway Class
Sunday November 7 & 14, 12:30 to 2:00 p.m., Room 302
The Becoming Broadway class is a great way to met our pastors and staff as well as learn about our community of faith. Whether you are a new member or interested in becoming a member you will find this class a great opportunity to connect and learn more about the important events in our past that have shaped who we are today and our vision for the future. Register to attend here. Contact Tracey McKee with questions. 

Afghan Refugee Ministry Needs
This week, Broadway welcomed the first of two families that we will be supporting during their resettlement to Fort Worth. Broadway is providing Good Neighbor Team support for this family in partnership with World Relief. We are waiting on information regarding our second family. Here’s a list of items that we still need for their apartment setup:
 

• Dining table and chairs
• Sofa or comparable seating
• Queen-size bed
• Twin-size beds
• End tables and lamps
• Children’s Pack-and-play
• High chair
• Stroller
• Changing table

 
Contact Peter Nelson if you have any of these items to donate or if you are interested in volunteering to assist these families.

Broadway Welcomes Cloud Covered Streets Ministry
We are excited to announce a partnership with Cloud Covered Streets, a faith-based ministry that provides free mobile showers, laundry facilities, and haircuts. This will be a great service for our guests and neighbors, particularly those experiencing housing insecurity.
 
Their trailer will be at Broadway’s Community Center every other Friday from 9:00 – 12:00 noon, beginning on Friday, November 5.
 
Upcoming dates:
 

• November 19
• December 3
• December 17
• December 31

 
Click here to learn more about Cloud Covered Streets. Stay tuned to The Window for information and instructions about how you can volunteer to participate in this ministry.

Coat Distribution
Tuesday, November 2, 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  
Broadway will conduct its annual winter coat distribution on Tuesday, November 2. We are glad to again partner with First Mission on this distribution to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. First Mission will distribute on Monday, November 1, from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Broadway will distribute on Tuesday, November 2, from 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 noon. Guests must present an ID card from Tarrant County Homeless Coalition (TCHC) to receive a coat.
 
This year, we anticipate that we will distribute coats, gloves, hats, and blankets to about 200 of our neighbors in need.
 
If you have new or gently used coats or blankets that you would like to contribute, bring them to the Community Center during the week or place them in the blue bin outside the first floor church office. You can also give financially to support this ministry. Mark your check or online donation for Community Ministries – Coat Distribution.

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.
 

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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.

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.