This year the Day of Pentecost falls on this Sunday, May 15th. It always comes fifty days after Easter and ten days after Jesus’ ascension. Pentecost marks the coming of the Holy Spirit upon Jesus’ followers who had devoted themselves to prayer together in Jerusalem.
The Holy Spirit came, according to Acts 2, like flames of fire – so red became the liturgical color for Pentecost and the Holy Spirit. Wear red to worship this week – and during the fellowship time following, see how many red foods we’ll be enjoying!
Fill the Yellow Poster
When you come to worship on Sunday, you will notice a big yellow poster board
and RED markers. Please take a minute and write what the Lord is stirring in you during these ten days of prayer.
Question of the Week
In worship last Sunday Pastor Lisa asked the question:
In your opinion, who in the congregation has the spiritual gift of wisdom?
Twenty-nine persons answered this question.
Three persons were mentioned most often.
Another three were also named more than once.
19 additional people were cited once.
A Note From Pastor Lisa!
10 DAYS OF PRAYER
What? Today we start joining our hearts and prayers as we ask God’s Holy Spirit to fill us as on the day of the first Pentecost. You should have received an email reminder already this morning. If all you can do is pray the congregational prayer, that is more than great! If you want to do more, the daily reminder will offer additional suggestions for that day. And, if you haven’t already, set an alarm to prompt you again at 8.16 pm.
Who? Everyone: old and young, singles and families, members and participants
When and Where? At 8: 16 pm (or whenever possible), pause wherever you are and whatever you are doing to pray for our congregation and where God is leading us. We will join our hearts and minds before the Lord at 20:16 pm each evening and lift up our ministry in 2016!
PS. If you know someone who is not online, please ask them to contact Amanda at 848-2909 to make arrangements for paper copies.
Why Now? May 5th is the Day of Ascension when Jesus ascended to heaven to reign as Lord of heaven and earth. The disciples were left in Jerusalem, according to Acts 1, and they devoted themselves to prayer that they would be empowered by Christ’s Spirit for the ministry ahead of them. They spent ten days in prayer…and on Pentecost, which we will celebrate on Sunday, May 15th, the Spirit did indeed come and rest upon each one in a mighty way.
May we devote ourselves as a congregation to becoming willing and ready to be filled to overflowing with Jesus’ Spirit and then sent out to renew the face of the whole earth!
Home Gatherings Update
The April blitz of home gatherings is now complete! Pastor Lisa has met 58% of the congregation plus 21 children and youth! Many thanks to Jeri O’Dell for keeping track of the numbers and for everyone who welcomed us into their homes! The gatherings have been great times to connect with Lisa and with each other!
If you haven’t met Pastor Lisa yet, she’d love to invite you for coffee – just email at pastor@bellbrookumc.org to set up a time!
Staff Parish News
We have received the resignation of Bri Davis as our childcare worker, effective immediately. This position entails care of children on Thursdays, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m. Pay is $25 per evening. T
o apply, pick up an application at the church office or contact SPRC chair Jeri O’Dell at jodell@woh.rr.com.
General Conference 2016:
The Global Church Gathers
John Wesley, one of the founders of the United Methodist Church, taught that Christian conferencing is a mean of God’s grace in our lives. The United Methodist Church’s top legislative body will meet at the Oregon Convention Center, the largest convention center in the Pacific Northwest, on May 10-20, 2016.
General Conference meets once every four years and is the only body that speaks officially on behalf of The United Methodist Church. The conference can revise church law as well as adopt resolutions on current moral, social, public policy and economic issues. It also approves plans and budgets for church-wide programs.
Please hold in prayer the clergy and laity elected from their annual conferences as they discern the future of our denomination. You can follow the proceedings and daily news at www.umc.org/topics/general-conference-2016.
C.O.F.F.E.E.
ART with a HEART weekend!
Friday, Saturday, Sunday May 20 - 22
We will be celebrating the many talents of our church friends and family here at the Bellbrook United Methodist Church once again.
On Friday May 20th we will have a recital in the evening,
Saturday the 21st we would like to have some art classes for young and old and showcase our art in the community room and on...
Sunday the 22nd we will have lots of music and worship.
If you would like to participate or help please let Kathy deGruchy know by filling out the form in your bulletin. Extra forms are at the Information Station as well, just outside the office.
Farmer's Market
We have an opportunity to participate in the Farmers Market on Fridays, near Sugarcreek Health Center (between Kohl’s and Kroger). We will be giving away FREE water and handouts about upcoming events here at our Church. Volunteers are needed on Fridays from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. to set up and take down the tent, and hand out water. Tent, water, and handouts are provided. Please sign up for the dates you are available on the insert. Contact Jeri O’Dell with any questions at 266-6515.
You're Invited
On June 5th the Clough family will be having an open house/party from 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. to celebrate Bridgett's graduation from high school. The church is invited!
The Clough family's home address is
1726 Sutts Trail, Xenia, OH 45385.
Please feel free to contact these folks
and ask questions about getting involved!
Womens' Bible Study Second Friday of each month
9:00 a.m. in the Music Room
Contact: Jeri O'Dell at jodell@woh.rr.comor 266-6515
Odd Wednesday Bible Study First and Third Wednesday of the month
7:00 p.m. at Brandon and Cari Baker's home
149 Viewpoint Drive, Bellbrook, Ohio
Contact: Kathy deGruchy at oboerootbeer@yahoo.com
Companions in Christ Second Thursday of the month
Mary Frantz' office
Contact: Mary Frantz at 848-2909 or education@bellbrookumc.org
How Can You Serve Here at BUMC?
Your time and talents are needed!
Food Pantry Needs for the
Family Resource Center
TOOTHBRUSHES adult and child size are much needed!
Please place items in the bins marked Food Pantry
at the "Donation Station" just outside the Sanctuary.
Common Cup
Wednesdays, Faith Community UMC - Xenia
Join members of BUMC for a meal and fellowship every Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. Also, education and mission opportunities through the year. New Common Cup booklet is available at the Information Station.
If you need transportation please contact Amanda in the church office.
Worship Leaders for this Sunday
May 15, 2016
Pastor Rev. Lisa Ellison
Worship Leader Charlie Brannon
Altar Design Barb Miller
Head Usher Jesse Miller
Greeter/Ushers
Music Director Kathy deGruchy
Accompanist Michelle Nehrbass
Nursery Nancy Pestian
Children’s Church Jenkins Family
Media Technician Gary Sargent
Finance Team Charlene Queary
Office Volunteer Penny Shanley
Website Manager Darryl Fowler
