Children, Churchwide, Missions, Music, Spiritual Formation, Youth
Guest User
Community Wide Block Party

Saturday, May 19, 3-8 p.m.

The Outreach Committee is hosting a Community-Wide Block  Party, which will feature live music, food, Steel City Pops, a small farmer’s market, and games and activities for children of all ages. Free admission and parking, but bring cash to support local vendors.

Community Wide Block Party
Churchwide, Stewardhip
Guest User
A Message from our Interim Pastor

In many ways, we are now entering the most challenging  period of the interim. By the time you read this article, the Ad Hoc Committee will have presented their recommendations to the Deacons who will have a month to think about and discuss the material before voting on their recommendation at the May Deacons’ meeting. This recommendation will come to the Church Business Meeting on May 23.

A Message from our Interim Pastor
Churchwide
Guest User
LifeTimers Events

First Friday Flick Wonder

Friday, May 11, 11 a.m., E-204

Please join us for the movie, Wonder, at our new time, 11 a.m. Enter through office door, take elevator to second floor, Room E-204. New this month will be lunch following the movie. For May, we will dine at McAlisters Deli with lunch on your own. Please call the church office at 502.895.2459 by  Thursday, May 10, to let us know you plan on attending the movie and/or lunch.

 

LifeTimers Events
Churchwide
Guest User
From the Church Administrator

From the Church Administrator

Upcoming Closings:

Oaks Day, Friday, May 4, Church Office Closed, Normal Campus Activities Continue   

Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, Church Office Closed, Church Campus Closed, All Activities Cancelled 

From the Church Administrator
Children, Churchwide, Music, Spiritual Formation, Youth
Guest User
Wednesday Nights in May

Wednesday Night Activities for AdultS

May 2

5:15 p.m.   Appreciating Spiritual Gifts, led by Susan Reed

6:30 p.m.   Hands On Mission Projects

May 9

5:15 p.m.   Appreciating Spiritual Gifts, led by Susan Reed

6:30 p.m.   Hands On Mission Projects

Wednesday Nights in May

Churchwide

Funeral Preparation Guide

Funeral Preparation Guide

Now available online and in the church office

After many years of assisting families along the path of planning a funeral, we have used our experiences to prepare a guide for members to review.  We hope this guide makes planning simpler and assists you in the process.  If you have questions or concerns not covered in this document, please ask and we will do our best to answer them. Please know of our thoughts and prayers for you and your loved ones as you travel along this journey.  We know this is an emotional time for you and wish to make the planning of the service as meaningful and simple as possible. 

,

Summer Sunday School Seminars

,
Summer Sunday School Seminars

June 5 – July 31
Throughout the summer, Sunday School Seminars will be offered for anyone who wishes to attend, beginning at 9:45 a.m., in Friendship Hall. This is a great opportunity to meet people from other classes, invite a friend, or get back into the habit of attending Sunday school.
 
The dates and topics will be:
June 5 and 12 – Stories of Broadway, led by Chris Caldwell
June 19 - July 3 - Jesus on the “Edge,” led by Susan Reed
July 10 - Stories of Broadway, led by Susan Reed
July 17 - 31 -  In Changing Times: “Living Creatively and Redemptively in a Period of  Transition - with a lot of help - especially from the book of Proverbs,” led by Ron Higdon

Capital Campaign and St Stephen

Capital Campaign and St Stephen

Two things: 1. Thanks to the Capital Campaign Team, 2. Reflections on Pentecost Sunday at St. Stephen.

  1. Thank you again to the congregation for exceeding our half million dollar goal for pledges to our Capital Campaign.  And thanks especially to the outstanding team that made it possible.  At times, I play a crucial role in something good we do, but not this time.  This one was all about the effort of a super team!  The Co-Chairs were Walter Jones and Robin Riddle; Lilly Davis, Lee Lester, and Scott Kimbell worked with staff member Matt Thompson on the communications; Carolyn Sisk and Claudia Wells developed the prayer guides; Jim Ratcliffe assisted with major gifts; Betsy Cherry (Church Business Administrator) provided key support, along with help from the ministers and Carol Lundberg.  My thanks to all of them!
     
  2. The Spirit clearly moved in worship with St. Stephen Church on Pentecost Sunday!  The outpouring of love and hospitality on the part of their members, and the warmth and openness our members brought into worship, were a tremendous witness to the power of God to bring down barriers that too often separate us.  Especially powerful was the witness of the combined choirs.  The music was fantastic!  Secretary Clinton’s decision to come to the service, which I was informed of the day before the service, certainly made for an interesting element and has since generated a lot of publicity, but the heart of the day for me was the worship and the warmth of Christian fellowship.  Thank you to all who were able to be part of it! (If you'd like to see a note I sent the deacons with more detailed information click here.)

,

Vacation Bible School

,
Vacation Bible School

June 12 - 16, 5 - 8 p.m. 
Register now for Vacation Bible School. This year’s theme is Have you Herd? Through this Vacation Bible School, children and families will learn to listen for the voice of God, just as Christ said in John 10:27, “My sheep hear my voice, I know them and they follow me.” 

Our Vacation Bible School is designed to incorporate Bible Study, Music, and Missions for children and adults, with a fellowship meal kicking off each night’s events. The event is open to children 3 years old and older, with nursery available for younger children. The cost is $20 per child, or $50 per family with three or more children participating. 

Rigister online today at www.broadwaybaptist.org/vbs

,

Graduate Information

,
Graduate Information

High School

Wilton Barman is graduating from Ballard High School and will be attending the University of Kentucky to Major in Political Science. He is the son of Curtis and Melissa Barman.

Carter Cox is graduating from Ballard High School and will be attending Butler University, where he will major in Business. Carter is the son of Ken and Christy Cox.

Leah Jones is graduating from Ballard High School and will be attending Samford University in Birmingham, Ala. Leah will be majoring in Music Education. She is the daughter of Lara Jones.

Michael Kimbell is graduating from Oldham County High School and will be attending Transylvania University, where he will be entering the Pre-Physicians Assistant Program. Michael is the son of Beth and Scott Kimbell.

Rebecca Ridge is graduating from the Academy of Individual Excellence and will be attending Eastern Kentucky University, where she will major in Veterinary Medicine and minor in American Sign Language. Rebecca is the daughter of Matt and Mary Ann Ridge.

Meagan Sanders is graduating from Ballard High School and will be attending the University of Mississippi, where she will major in Integrated Marketing Communications. Meagan is the daughter of Jeff and Sarah Sanders.

Mason Sullivan is graduating from St. Xavier High School, and is still deciding where he will attend college. Mason is the grandson of Pat and John Schrenk.

 

College

Carter Caldwell is graduating from the University of Evansville with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre. He will be in Louisville’s Actors Theatre Apprenctice Company in the coming year. Carter is the son of Chris and Jeanne Caldwell.

Allison Drewery is graduating from Bellarmine University with a degree in Nursing. 
Allison is the sister of Sarah and Brent Drewery.

Rebecca Garner is graduating from Davidson College with a Bachelor of Science in Physics. Rebecca will be attending Medical School at Wake Forest Univesity.

Payton Newcomer is graduating from Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn. with a degree in Marketing. Payton is the granddaughter of Ron and Betty Newcomer. 

John Pearce is graduating from Birmingham Southern College with a Bachelor of Science in Management and Marketing. He will be working for YellowHammer Media Group in New York City and the South Eastern United States. John is the son of Marigene Witten.


Graduate

Anita Fletcher is graduating from the University of Louisville with a Doctor of Medicine. She will be completing her residency in Neurology at the University of Louisville.

Kate Godwin is graduating from the University of Louisville with a Doctorate in Experimental Psychology. She will be a faculty member in the Psychology Department at Presbyterian College in Clinton, S.C.

Perry Snyder will be graduating from the University of Louisville with a Doctor of Medicine. He will be a resident in Internal Medicine at the University of Louisville. Perry is the son of Jenny Snyder.

,

Envelope Fundraiser - Youth

,
Envelope Fundraiser - Youth

You will soon see something new in the Atrium and Friendship Hall on Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights! You will see envelopes, numbered 1-100. Each envelope will cost the same amount as its number, so envelope number 1 will cost $1, envelope number 50 will cost $50, and so forth. Inside each envelope you purchase will be the picture of, and some information about, one of our youth here at Broadway. Our hope is that you will put this someplace where you will see it regularly, and when you see it, you will take a moment to pray for that youth. Then throughout the rest of the school year and the summer, I would encourage you to continue to follow up with that youth and see how you can continue to specifically pray for them. Thank you in advance for the many ways that Broadway supports, includes, and encourages the youth ministry! 
~Chris Liles

Capital Campaign First Fruits

Capital Campaign First Fruits

Your Capital Campaign Steering Committee is thrilled, as we are sure the entire congregation is thrilled, with the success of the campaign.  Commitment Sunday provided a wonderful surprise that resulted in meeting and surpassing our goal. Our pledges as of May 10 are $522,288.  Now we must begin to honor those pledges.  We are designating May 22 as “First Fruits Sunday.”  We certainly understand that there are going to be a large number of ways that pledges will be fulfilled. Some have elected to give their entire pledge immediately, others weekly or monthly, and others at different intervals. For those of you who will be giving a portion of your pledge in this immediate time period, we ask that you include those gifts in the offering on May 22. On the next Sunday we will announce our “first fruits” total. Again, we thank you for your generosity and support.

Testimony - April 25 - Jeff Sanders

Minute for Ministry April 25, 2016
Good morning….I moved to Louisville in 1988 after I graduated from college. I was dating Sarah at the time and we starting looking for a church home as a couple. Even though Sarah grew up at Broadway, we looked around at several churches but came back to Broadway for the people and warmth of this community of faith. Later, we got married in this sanctuary and I still remember the joy I felt when I saw her walking down the aisle. And yes, I know…I did marry up!
Fast forward a few years and we have our daughters, Emily and then Meagan. I remember the excitement and anxiousness of a new parent at each of their baby dedications – just like the one that we are about to have for Liam Whitehead. Both of our girls have been loved and supported here. They learned stories in Sunday School and children’s church of God’s love for them. They sang in choir and played handbells as Broadway encourages children and youth to lead us in worship. As teenagers, both learned to serve others through hands-on activities and mission trips in the youth group. They both followed their calling and asked to join the church. They were baptized here – right up there. They have made lifelong friendships and created wonderful memories because of their involvement in their church home.

Through Broadway, Sarah and I have been given opportunities to learn, to teach, to lead and to serve both in the church and in the community. We have played on sports teams together over the years. We too have lifelong friends that we have made. We have been given the opportunity to grow as individuals and Christians in our church home. 
When my mother moved back to Louisville 2 ½ years ago, she joined the church because it felt right for her. We did not talk about it beforehand but on her first Sunday here, she just got up and walked down the aisle to join. She felt at home here. This is her church home now.
I have seen first-hand the encouraging, loving impact that this church has had on my family. And my heart is grateful. 

Now my church needs my assistance. The capital campaign committee has done a great job of helping me to understand why we need to do this, what the funds will be used for and how the process will work. If you have any questions about any of these, please reach out to Robin or Walter or go to the church website. They have a lot of great information posted there. Sarah and I have committed to help. This is our church home. 
Next Sunday (May 1st) is commitment Sunday. We will have pledge boxes at all the doors of the sanctuary for you to turn in your pledge cards. In the meantime, the committee has reached out to the deacons and numerous other leaders in the church to ask for them to submit their commitments a little early so that we could share with you how well this campaign has started. At this time, we have $178,000 committed of the $500,000 goal. $178,000. That is a great start!

If you have not already committed, I hope that you will spend some time this week thinking and praying about your decision. Your church home needs you as well.  Thank you.

KBF Extreme Build

KBF Extreme Build

June 13 - 18
Extreme Build is a weeklong home building event in McCreary County, Ky., sponsored by the Kentucky Baptist Fellowship and others. In our 11th year, we are building a home for cousins, Esther McCartt and Geneva Yancey. Go to: www.kybf.org. Once there, you can click on a link for Eventbrite.com to register for one day or more. 

For the Long Run

For the Long Run

Capital Campaign 2016

HOW WILL YOU DECIDE?
All of us will be asked to make our own giving decisions and to do so prayerfully, thoughtfully and cheerfully. These kinds of decisions are best made over a period of time rather than instantly at one time. So, how to proceed? The following is a guide to making your or your family’s giving decision.

PRAY:  Seek God’s leadership in determining the specific amount God would have you give. Pray individually and with your family, or a close friend.

DISCUSS:  With your family or a friend, talk about your prayer experiences regarding your gift. How much is God leading you to give? How can you give that amount? 

PRIORITIZE:  Evaluate all the ways you invest your financial resources. What priority should your church and its ministry have at this time? How does your gift represent sacrifice for you and your family?

COMMIT: Trust God to sustain you in your giving decision, just as you trusted God to lead you in making this decision. Give the gift amount that has meaning and value for you.
 
 “Everyone must make up their mind as to how much they should give.  Don’t force anyone to give more than they really want to, for cheerful givers are the ones God prizes.”  
II Corinthians 9:7


WHAT IS MY PART?
Our For the Long Run capital campaign is seeking gifts and commitments to give that are “over and above” the members’ regular giving that supports the annual ministry plan. How does a person or family decide on what amount they will give?

A story comes to mind. During one church’s capital campaign, a church member came up to the pastor on Sunday and said, “I have already decided on my campaign gift. Here, I brought it with me and I hope it is the right amount.”  As an envelope was handed to the pastor, he replied, “I am sure it is the right gift if it represents you.” The member then paused and took back the envelope saying, “I will have to think about that some more.”

The next Sunday the member again approached the pastor and said, “Pastor, here is my campaign gift. I hope it is the right amount.” The pastor replied again, “I am sure it is the right gift if it represents you.” The member, looking a little frustrated, took back the envelope and said, “Well I really do have to think about this and I might as well pray about it too.”

On the third Sunday the member came up to the pastor, handed him an envelope and said, “Pastor, here is my gift and believe me, this gift represents me!”

Deciding to give an “over and above” gift is a challenging process. It requires thought and prayer and finally action. No effort will be made to tell any person what he or she should commit. There are, however, some questions that might be helpful in determining one’s part.

“Have I asked God to direct my decision?”
“Does this amount give an accurate reflection of who I am and what my resources are?”
“How does this amount represent sacrifice for me?” 

,

Worship Care

,
Worship Care

When families come before the church to dedicate their lives to nurturing the spiritual development of their children, we as a church commit to partnering with them, introducing their children to the love of the God who created them. So far this year, we have spoken the covenantal words of the dedication litany four times, with even more to come!

As the number of children at Broadway continues to grow, our need for caring, nurturing individuals who take the words of the dedication litany to heart grows as well. 

Worship Care volunteers are often the first people children meet when they come to Broadway. As such, they become one of the first examples of Christ’s love that children will encounter. Likewise, these volunteers share the love of Christ with Broadway’s families - old and new alike - by allowing them to worship God knowing that their children are cared for and loved.

Our parents are currently scheduled for six Sundays a year of Worship Care volunteering. When volunteers do not show up, parents end up being the first “on call,” simply due to the fact that they were dropping their children off in the nursery. Far too often, young couples in the church are not afforded the opportunity to worship together on Sunday mornings.

One of the most tangible ways that you can uphold the words spoken during the dedication litany is through volunteering in our Worship Care ministry. You can sign up for a particular number of Sundays (even one Sunday a year will make a huge impact to the Worship Care ministry), and choose your preference of age group (babies, toddlers, preschool, elementary). Descriptions for each role are available on the website.

Please consider helping with this vital ministry. Your investment impacts the lives of so many in our community. 

If you are willing to serve in this ministry, please contact Emily Holladay at
emily@broadwaybaptist.org, or 502.895.2459, and let her know how many Sundays you are available to serve, and where you would most like to serve!

Testimony - April 10 - Lee Lester

Good morning,

I’d like to thank Robin Riddle and Walter Jones on their leadership during the Capital Campaign process;  to see their faces light up when talking about Broadway, after all these years – it’s not only contagious, it’s truly inspirational.

I am from a small town just south of Lexington and from the time I was born until I turned 18, I went to the same little country Church that was actually pastored by Susan Reed’s father – Brother Don. 

When I think back to my childhood, my most fond memories and core values stem from growing up at Bruner’s Chapel Baptist Church.  However – upon graduation and ultimately moving to Louisville I came to the stark realization that there were not hundreds of Bruner’s Chapels sprinkled throughout Kentucky.  My wife and I moved from Church to Church, never finding a place to truly call home – that is until we walked through the front doors and into the beautiful sanctuary at Broadway; and that’s the reason I’m giving.

I am giving because I want my daughters, Lucy and Lane, to have the same fun, exciting, spiritual, Christian upbringing and memories that I hold so dear.  I love when I tuck Lucy and Lane in to bed at night – they know Miss Heidi made them that blanket.  I am excited about Curtis and Patrick teaching them about Jesus.  And I am thankful for all the strong, graceful, Christian women we have at Broadway for Lucy and Lane to look up to and grow with.

On behalf of the Capital Campaign committee – we are excited to announce that every deacon has affirmed their commitment, and we encourage you – when it is time to fill out that pledge card – to think back to your first love of Broadway and what is it that has kept you coming for all these years. 

No story or reason for giving will be the same but I think we can all agree – There is a lot to be proud of and thankful for here at Broadway Baptist Church.

Thank You,

-Lee Lester

,

Calling all Graduates!

,
Calling all Graduates!

If you have a member of your family who is graduating from high school, or receiving their undergraduate or graduate degrees, we would love to hear about it and celebrate with you in the newsletter and on Graduate Recognition Sunday, on May 22! Please submit the following information to chrisliles@broadwaybaptist.org:

-Graduate’s name

-School and degree received

-Future plans

-Names of immediate family members at Broadway 

This is for anyone who has graduated in the summer of 2015 through spring of 2016. 
Please submit all information no later than May 6.

Spring Mission Luncheon

Spring Mission Luncheon

Saturday, April 23, 11 a.m., in Friendship Hall
Please join us for this fun luncheon and program and help us raise money for missions. Tickets are $25 per person or $200 for a table of eight. If you would like to decorate a table, choose your own table theme. A local designer will judge the decorated tables. Lunch will be catered by Gracious Plenty. There will be super items in our silent auction, and Dr. Albin Whitworth will be our musical entertainment for the afternoon. The doors open at 11 a.m.; lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. To purchase your $25 ticket, or to make a reservation, call the church office at 502.895.2459.

,

Salsarita’s Fundraising April 26, 5-8 p.m.

,
Salsarita’s Fundraising April 26, 5-8 p.m.

As many of you know, Salsarita’s on Hubbards Lane frequently hosts fundraising nights for various groups within the community, and on Tuesday, April 26, it is our turn again! Bring a flyer for the event to Salsarita's and give it to the person at the register (or show them a digital version), and a portion of your meal will help support the Youth’s mission trips to North Carolina and Slovakia this summer. Please see Chris Liles for flyers.

Save the Dates!

Save the Dates!

Our summer schedule is filling up fast. You won’t want to miss these exciting events. Put them on your calendar now. 

  • Church-wide Potluck - May 22
  • Jubilate Youth Choir Tour - June 4-9
  • Vacation Bible School - June 12-16, 5-8 p.m.
  • Youth at Passport in Greensboro, N.C. - June 25-July 1
  • Youth Mission Trip to Slovakia - July 8-19
  • Passportkids! (3rd-5th Grades) - July 21-24
  • Creative Arts Camp (1st-5th Grades) - August 1-4, 9 a.m - 1 p.m.
  • Business Meeting after Worship - August 7
  • Promotion Sunday/Blessing of Teachers and Students in Worship - August 14 
  • Wednesday Nights Start - August 17
  • Ministry Fair - August 21

KBF Spring Missions Gathering

KBF Spring Missions Gathering

It’s not too late to register for the Kentucky Baptist Fellowship’s 2016 Spring Gathering: Living as Covenant Community! Held at Campbellsville University, April 22-23. We’ll enjoy worship, breakouts, workshops, and wonderful fellowship with friends from across the state. Here’s a schedule of events:

Friday, April 22

  • 12:00 - Lunch (reservation required)
  •   1:30 - Workshops
  •   5:30 - BSK Banquet (contact BSK for reservations)
  •   7:00 - Business Session
  •   7:45 - Worship
  •   9:00 - Fellowship

Saturday, April 23

  •   8:30 - Refreshments and Young Pastor’s Breakfast
  •   9:30 - Breakout Session #1
  • 10:30 - Breakout Session #2
  • 11:30 - Worship

Childcare is provided! Please let Rhonda know if you need it. 
We look forward to seeing you in Campbellsville!

Location

Broadway Baptist Church
4000 Brownsboro Road,
Louisville, KY 40207-1826

Phone: 502.895.2459

 

Office and Staff

Office Hours

Monday - Thursday

8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Friday

OFFICE CLOSED 

office@broadwaybaptist.org

View Full Staff List