Window Newsletter 3.21.24

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.

Women in Ministry Worship Emphasis
This past Sunday, Tiffany McClain, Broadway’s Music & Worship Coordinator planned a special worship service with an emphasis on women in ministry. You can listen to her sermon titled “Imago Dei” here. Tiffany planned the service as her practicum for her Master of Sacred Music degree at Perkins School of Theology. Sunday’s worship leaders pictured below from left to right: Fran Patterson, Tracey McKee, Jennifer Davis, Brittany Washington, Chloe Semple, Tiffany McClain, Lorelei Pack, Jenn Nelson, Mattie Compton, Emily Davis, Erin Cooper, and Mary Jesse. 

 

Last Supper Mural in Youth Area
Broadway has a new art addition in the Youth Couch Room (204) gifted by Elbert Godwin. Elbert has been volunteering with youth at Broadway for 30 years and envisioned a way for graduating seniors to participate in painting portions of this special art installation every year marking their time at Broadway. Elbert constructed the mural on wooden panels and sketched and painted the beginning image of the Last Supper. Stop by the Youth Couch room the next time you are at Broadway and view this incredible work of love and inspiration. Thank you Elbert for your investment of time and artistry with our youth! 

Agape Meal, Tonight at 6:00 p.m. in Fellowship Hall
Broadway’s weekly Agape Meal is an opportunity to serve in fellowship with our neighbors. Broadway volunteers are always needed, and this is a wonderful way for friends and family to serve together.

Volunteer 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 Josh Lucas with questions. 

Easter Lilies
Easter lilies are available to purchase to help decorate the sanctuary on Easter morning. Lilies are available for $25 dollars each. Purchase in honor or memory of a loved one, or to celebrate Easter. Purchased lilies may be taken home after the service. Contact Tiffany McClain with questions.

Place your order here. 
 

Holy Week at Broadway
Join us during Holy Week for a time of reflection, remembrance, and celebration. All services and recitals will be live streamed at broadwaybc.org 

Parking Reminder
Sunday, March 24 
Our new neighbors, Trinity Presbyterian Church, will be moving into their newly renovated space and are scheduled to hold services this Sunday, March 24. As a reminder, Trinity Presbyterian is renting the Northwest parking lot at the corner of Broadway and Jennings on Sunday mornings. Broadway members and guests should continue to use the east lot near the Main Entrance, the north lot next to the Better Business Bureau, and west lot near the Community Center entrance on Sunday mornings and refrain from using the Northwest lot. Thank you for extending Broadway’s extravagant hospitality to our new neighbors.
 

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

Sunday Worship March 24 at 10:50 a.m.
This Sunday is Palm/Passion Sunday. Palms will be available to wave during the processional hymn. The Children’s Choir and Music & Missions Choir will sing “Lift High the Palms of Praise.” The Chancel Choir will sing “Hosanna to the Son of David” and “Ride On, King Jesus.” Ryon Price will preach “Flower Power” from Mark 14:1-9.
 
Entry into Jerusalem, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, TN. https://diglib.library.vanderbilt.edu/act-imagelink.pl?RC=57330
 

Church Luncheon and Quarterly Business Meeting: Budget Vote
Sunday, March 24 in Fellowship Hall 
Next Sunday, March 24, members will be voting on the proposed 2024-2025 budget and the proposed chiller relocation contract. As per our bylaws, a quorum of 100 members is required to conduct the business of the church. Mark your calendars and please make every effort to attend! The meeting will be held in Fellowship Hall immediately following worship with a free lunch for everyone attending. Contact deacons@broadwaybc.org with questions. 

Childcare provided with reservation for Kinder and under. Deadline is this Friday for signup, email Mary Jesse to reserve. 

If you were not able to attend either presentation session, you can review the presented budget documents here:  Summary Document Full Budget Detail.

2023-24 Budget Update
We are in the last month of the 2023-24 fiscal year and are hoping to finish the year in a strong financial position with zero on the church’s line of credit. In order to do that, we need your help.
 
Our budget goal for March is $138,269. In addition, due to budget contributions shortfalls in July, October, and November, we are currently about $48,000 behind our giving goal for the year.
 
If you have not completed your pledge contributions for the 2023-24 budget, now is the time to do it! You can make your contribution on the GIVE page on the church’s website, place your contribution in the offering on Sunday, or mail a check to the church office.
 
Thank you for your generosity and faithfulness. Help us finish the current budget year strong and start the 2024-25 fiscal year on a solid foundation.
 

“Be Love” T-Shirt Sale Now through Monday, April 1
If you missed our last sale of Broadway’s “Be Love” t-shirts you can order yours today! Each time we offer a sale of these t-shirts, Broadway’s Outreach Committee dedicates the proceeds to a different ministry area. For this spring sale the proceeds benefit the 2024 Youth Chapel Choir Tour.

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Order your t-shirts today and make plans to wear them and share Broadway’s inclusive message of love at our next outreach event: The Open Streets Festival on Magnolia Ave. Saturday, April 13. Broadway will be sponsoring Big Wheel races for attendees. Contact Jenn Nelson with questions. 
 

Lenten Noonday Recitals
March 25, 26, and 27 at 12:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Mark your calendars to attend the Broadway Series Lenten Recitals, a series of three noonday recitals during Holy Week providing beautiful music and a time of reflection. Contact Tiffany McClain in the Music office with questions. 

 

Daughters of Abraham Meeting Invitation
Wednesday, March 27, 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Room 302
The DFW Chapter of the Daughters of Abraham will be meeting at Broadway in room 302 on Wednesday, March 27 and invites women of Broadway who might be interested to join them. Several Broadway members participate in this women’s interfaith book study group and this month the theme will be  “Music within our Faiths.” The group plans to attend our Lenten noonday organ recital scheduled in the Sanctuary at 12:15 p.m. 

Church Offices & Community Center Holiday Closures
Monday, April 1
The church offices and Community Center will be closed Monday, April 1 in observance of the Easter holiday. 
 

Becoming Broadway Class Registration Open
Sundays, April 7, 14, and 21 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Designed for new members, those interested in becoming a member, or simply learning more about Broadway. Led by Senior Pastor Ryon Price and Church Administrator Peter Nelson, this fun and informative class meets during the Sunday school hour in the church library. This class is an opportunity to meet the staff and other new members and congregants of Broadway. Coffee is provided and childcare is available. Contact Jenn Nelson for more information. 

REGISTER TO ATTEND

Total Eclipse of the Sun Party at Camp Broadway!
Monday, April 8 at 12:00 p.m.
All are invited to Camp Broadway for a viewing party of the total eclipse of the Sun! Gates will open at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, April 8^th. The event is to begin with a partial eclipse at 12:23 p.m., moving to a total eclipse at 1:30 p.m. Bring a picnic lunch or snacks and a blanket/chair. Friends are welcome. We will have eclipse glasses for the first 35 people who attend! Camp Broadway is located on Eagle Mountain Lake at 8400 Eagle Mountain Circle, Fort Worth, TX. Visit our Camp Broadway website page for directions. Contact Fran Patterson with questions. 
 
 

April Book Study: “The Psychology of Christian Nationalism: Why People Are Drawn In and How to Talk Across the Divide” 
Sundays, April 7, 14, and 21 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom
This three session online series will be led by Ryon Price. Special guests will include Lisa Jacob, North Texas Organizer for Christians Against Christian Nationalism, a project of BJC and the book’s author Pamela Cooper-White.  

REGISTER TO ATTEND

May Street Market
May Street Market welcomed friends from Broadway Kids & Youth this past Thursday night .

Erin Cooper, Community Center Manager shares: “We talked about what we do at the Community Center, stocked shelves, and prepared grocery bags for our guests. It was a lot of fun, and we are very grateful for their passion and hard work!”

We continue to serve more and more guests in the market, and we currently need the following items:
 

Peanut Butter
Beans
Canned Tuna/Salmon
Cereal
Soup
Canned Tomatoes
 
Thank you for your endless support and generous donations! Our work continues because of all of you. 

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.