Sundays in May
Esther Kim
All of us at Broadway are sad to know that Sunday, June 7, will be Esther Kim’s final Sunday as our organist. Esther’s family will be moving to Orlando due to business opportunities for Esther’s husband and cultural opportunities for her children. There will be a reception following worship on June 7, to afford everyone a chance to say their personal thank you to a wonderful organist, and wonderful person.
~Chris Caldwell
Sermon Series Stories: Bob Johnson
What does faith have to say about life's final stage? About parenting? About being a young adult? How does faith help us deal with knowing we are drawing close to life's end? What is the role of a parent (or grandparent) in passing on faith to a child? What are the joys and challenges of faith for young adults?
The past Sundays we have been asking these questions in a series of sermons and stories.
Below is the story told by Bob Johnson.
Stewardship Recap
Dear Partners in Ministry at Broadway,
The Stewardship Team is glad to report that our Personal Commitments to Ministry (pledges) increased this year by $28,000. But there is further good news: We received this year $30,000 in commitments from new members and people pledging for the first time. We are glad to see new people and new energy!
We recieved a total of 162 cards and we're thankful for the good news of this broad base of support.The last bit of good news is actually good/bad news. Based on analysis by our Church Administrator, Betsy Cherry, it appears that households which pledged and gave around $73,000 last year, and who by all indications are continuing to give at that level this year, did not get around to turning in a pledge card. But with the increase in Personal Commitments, along with this $73,000 amount not counted as part of the pledge total, it appears that our financial support for ministry this year should be strong.
Sermon Series Stories: Lilly Davis
What does faith have to say about life's final stage? About parenting? About being a young adult? How does faith help us deal with knowing we are drawing close to life's end? What is the role of a parent (or grandparent) in passing on faith to a child? What are the joys and challenges of faith for young adults?
The past Sundays we have been asking these questions in a series of sermons and stories.
Below is the story told by Lilly Davis.
Courtyard Concert - Second in the series
Courtyard Concert Series
Violinist: Nancy Stadil
"Variety of Musical Styles" from Bach to the Beatles
The second concert in the 2015 Courtyard Series will be held May 19, 11:45 a.m., at Broadway Baptist Church. A lunch will be provided by Gracious Plenty Catering. Cost: $8 per person. Please RSVP in our office by Friday, May 15.
Golf for Habitat
The Golf for Habitat fundraiser will be May 4th at Big Springs Country Club. All proceeds will go to the Habitat Baptist House. If you’re interested in playing in the tournament or for more information, please contact Sharon Davis at gdavis3@bellsouth.net.
Family Missions Project
On Sunday night, families with children gathered to learn about and make cookies for our homebound members. The families made 15 boxes of cookies to deliver to each of our homebound members, and were assigned a homebound member to pray for on a regular basis. The night provided a wonderful time of fellowship for the children and parents, while also teaching them that doing missions doesn't have to be difficult, and it is fun to care for others!
Thanks to our Children's Committee for helping to make this event a success. Special thanks to Missy Barman and Heidi Hilliard for providing their delicious cookie dough recipes!
First Courtyard Concert - Recap
Offering Cards
Several members that contribute to Broadway through electronic means have expressed an interest in participating in the offering portion of our service in some tangible manner. Therefore, a card has been developed that may be placed in the offering plate signifying this alternative way of giving. These cards are available in the literature racks in the sanctuary foyer and atrium. A supply can also be mailed to your home, if you call the church office at 502.895.2459.
Caring for your aging family and friends
Led by Leslie Townsend, this small group is based on the many aspects of care needed for loved ones in the later stages of life. We will have time to talk about financial, legal, and health care for our families members as well as a time of support for one another. The group will meet in the Lower Level Meeting Room on Sunday nights from 7:00 - 8:30 on April 19, 26, and May 3. If you would like to sign up, please contact Susan Reed in the church office or at susanr@broadwaybaptist.org.
From Lent to Easter Tide
We were blessed by the many lay people who shared their artistic talents with us during our Lenten journey: Matt Thompson for his creative photographs on the front of each worship folder, Don Irvan and Ryan Goff for their wood working creations, and the decoration committee for their overall leadership. Certainly, their creativity awakened our senses along our Lenten journey. In addition, thank you to all the musicians who gave of their time and energy during the preparation process: Children’s Choir, Youth Choir, Chancel Choir, Men’s Quartet, String Quintet, Chancel Bells, Youth Bells, Soloists, Directors, and Accompanists. Truly, their musical offerings enhanced our worship experiences and we are grateful. Thanks be to God for the gift of sacred music and for the blessing of those in our midst who lead us to a more profound sense of worship. Alleluia!
Sermon Series
What does faith have to say about life's final stage? About parenting? About being a young adult? How does faith help us deal with knowing we are drawing close to life's end? What is the role of a parent (or grandparent) in passing on faith to a child? What are the joys and challenges of faith for young adults?
The three Sundays after Easter we will be asking these questions in a series of sermons:
April 12: “Faith and Decisions Near the End of Life” — Chris Caldwell
April 19: “Faith and Raising Children” — Chris Caldwell
April 26: “Faith and Young Adulthood” — Susan Reed
Church-wide Potluck
KBF Spring Gathering
Join us for our annual Spring Gathering, April 24-25, 2015,
at Lexington Avenue Baptist Church in Danville, KY!
Speaker: Steven Porter, CBF Global Missions
Register at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2015-kbf-spring-gathering-registration-15202832080
Spring Mission Luncheon
Please join us in Friendship Hall on Saturday, April 25. Doors open at 11 a.m. for table viewing with lunch beginning at 11:30 a.m. To purchase your $25 ticket or to make a reservation, call the church office at 502.895.2459 or Susan Hodapp at 502.893.5175. There are super items in our silent auction. The University of Louisville Steel Drum Band will perform.
Yard Sale Recap
Extreme Build
Each summer people from across the state join together with the Kentucky Baptist Fellowship to build a home in McCreary County Kentucky as a part of Extreme Build. Our own Sharon Davis coordinates the volunteers for the build. If you would like to participate any of the days of the build (June 8 – 12) please register at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/extreme-build-2015-registration-15807539777. Contact Sharon Davis for info or questions at Gdavis3@bellsouth.net or 502-939-4682.
Chris Caldwell's Column
Two things have changed dramatically on the religious landscape during my career in the ministry.
First, denominational labels have largely become unimportant to people seeking a church. That’s not always true, but movement across denominational lines when joining churches has become the norm, not the exception.
Second, churches used to ...
