Window Newsletter 11.17.21

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. 

Note: Following tonight’s study, Wednesday nights in the chapel will take a break until January 12. 

Worship Sunday, November 21 at 10:50 a.m.
This Sunday is Christ the King Sunday. We will have our annual Procession of the Bounty. Emily Davis, our Youth Ministry Coordinator, will preach a sermon titled “What is Truth?” from from John 18:33-37. The Personnel Committee will honor Fran Patterson’s 25^th anniversary.

Join us for worship in person or via live stream on our website or on our Facebook page. 

Churchwide Thanksgiving Gratitude Luncheon, November 21 
This Sunday, following worship, we will have a churchwide Thanksgiving luncheon in Fellowship Hall. There is no charge for the meal, and everyone is invited.

The menu will be a traditional Thanksgiving meal: turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie or cobbler for dessert. Gluten-free and vegetarian meals will also be available.
 
Since this is our first churchwide luncheon in over 18 months, we are making some changes to ensure everyone’s safety. Tables will be spaced for safe social distancing with only six persons per table. Rather than providing food buffet style, meals will be plated and served individually. While guests are not required to wear masks, servers will be wearing masks.
 
We hope you can join us for this wonderful meal. It will be a great time of fellowship and opportunity to express gratitude in this season of Thanksgiving.

Family Ministry Job Opening 
Broadway Baptist Church is accepting applications for the part-time position of Children’s Ministry Coordinator. This position is 15 hours per week and will report to our Pastor of Family Ministries, Jennifer Davis.  If you are interested in the job or know qualified candidates, please send resumes to Jennifer Davis as we intend to proceed with hiring in the new year. Submission deadline is December 1, 2021. 

To view the position description please click this link: BBC Children’s Ministry Coordinator

Advent Devotional Writers
The Worship Committee has already begun preparing for Advent and is looking for writers to contribute to our daily Advent Devotional. The devotionals are based on the scriptures of the season. Contact Ken Krause if you or a family member are interested in sharing your talents.

Click here if you have not previously signed up to receive the devotions by email. 

Grief Service
Sunday, November 28 at 1:30 p.m., Fleming Chapel
The holidays are often a difficult time for those grieving the loss of a loved one. This service of comfort will be held in Fleming Chapel at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 28. All are welcome. Contact Fran Patterson with questions. 

Gingerbread Party Returns
Saturday, December 4, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall

 

Messiah Sing 
Sunday, December 5, at 7:00 p.m.
Doors open at 6:15
Broadway Series Messiah Sing is coming up soon! Featuring the Chancel Choir; The Orchestra at Broadway; Michael Cox, conductor; Bradley Reznicek, organ; Julie Liston Johnson, soprano; Kayla Nanto, alto; Andrew Campbell, tenor; and David Grogan, bass. 

Broadway’s Messiah Sing offers you the unique opportunity to join with the choir and orchestra in George Frideric Handel’s immortal oratorio. Bring your own score or use one of the church’s scores available in the narthex. This is an exciting and glorious way to begin the Advent season! 

This event is FREE and open to the public; however, due to COVID-19, the following safety measures will be followed:

• Masks required
• Limited seating
• Reservation required 

Reservations Link: Messiah Sing 2021
Event information will be listed on broadwaybc.org. Contact Tiffany McClain in the Music Office with questions. 

Fall at Camp Broadway 
Come out and enjoy the beautiful fall weather at Camp Broadway. Visit our website page to learn more and check availability here. Contact Fran Patterson with questions. 

Recently 25 youth and adults from Victory Church enjoyed a camps stay. We love seeing new friends and existing friends enjoy this wonderful outdoor space.  

October by the Numbers 
October was another busy month at our Community Center as we continue to provide essential services to our neighbors and guests. 
 
Here’s a brief report of services provided in October: 

 

• Sack Lunches: 1082 lunches distributed
• Groceries: 198 households served (574 persons)
• Agape Meal: 322 guests served
• Adult Clothing Ministry: 77 people served
• Rental Assistance: $650 in financial assistance provided
• Diaper Bank: 17 families served

This month, we also distributed winter coats, hats, and gloves to over 200 people in our community who are experiencing homelessness. We distribute these in partnership with First Mission and will continue to distribute these through the winter months. Thanks to everyone who generously donated coats and winter gear as well as those who have given financially to support our Community Ministries. This year’s distribution was a great success thanks to Dawn Shepard, Community Center Director, and our outstanding team of volunteers: Helen Beasley, June Parish, Jeff and Ellen Wolfskill, and Tom and Linda Kwentus.

Agape Meal Changes
We recently made two changes to our weekly Agape Meal.
 
The meal service time has changed to 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. This change accommodates the recent end to Daylight Savings Time and ensures a safe meal service for our guests.
 
Additionally, we have transitioned the meal service to the Courtyard. For the last 18 months, we have been providing hot, to-go meals for our guests and we are grateful that we have been able to continue the Agape Meal, even during the COVID-19 pandemic; however, we are excited to welcome our guests to a sit-down meal. The Courtyard environment helps ensure everyone’s safety and provides greater opportunity for connection, fellowship, and relationship building; hallmarks of Broadway’s Agape Meal for the last 26 years. Doors to the Community Center entrance open at 5:00 and guests are escorted to their table in the Courtyard. Guests receive individual plated meals rather than serving food family style as we have done in the past. Volunteers are masked to ensure everyone’s safety. Tickets are not required, and everyone is welcome.
 
Additionally, at this week’s Agape Meal, the City of Fort Worth will be on site to administer COVID-19 vaccines. They will be using the single-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine. No appointment is necessary.
 
NOTE: There will be on Agape Meal on Thursday, November 25.

Contact Peter Nelson for more information about these changes or to volunteer for our Agape Meal.

Afghan Families Update
Broadway is partnering with World Relief to provide Good Neighbor support to two Afghan families who have been resettled to Fort Worth. Both families have now transitioned from temporary housing into their new apartments.

Thanks to all the volunteers who assisted with moving furniture, shopping, and setting up the apartments. Thanks also to those who have donated furniture or contributed financially to support this ministry.  
 
Over the next six months, Broadway volunteers will support these families with transportation assistance to medical appointments, grocery shopping, ESL classes, and job interviews as well as helping children get enrolled and ready for school. Please be in prayer for the Noori family (two children) and the Rahimi family (three children) during this time of transition.

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.
 

Keeping Connected with the Broadway Mobile
The Broadway mobile app offers many useful features such as:

App Tip: If you are a member and don’t see the directory tile, go to profile and log in again. 

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. 
 

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.