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April 21
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April 28
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May 5
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Budget Offering
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$ 7,535.25
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$ 6,273.50
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$ 13,199.66
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Missions Offering
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10.00
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30.10
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Other Designated
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3,512.50
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122.50
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427.50
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Total Offering
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$ 11,047.75
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$ 6,406.00
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$ 13,657.26
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Weekly Budget Needs
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$ 13,066.00
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$ 13,066.00
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$ 13,066.00
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Budget Needs to Date
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$ 209,056.00
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$ 222,122.00
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$ 235,188.00
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Budget Receipts to Date
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$ 173,537.52
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$ 179,811.02
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$ 196,010.68
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Worship Attendance
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200
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277
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255
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BBC Making a Difference
How are you making a difference?
Cathy Dodd recently shared her story with us on Easter about how God had given her a second change and the struggle over the loss of her husband.
Cathy wanted to be closer to her family and BBC and began to look at apartments in the area. She planned the move for a weekend and asked a few people at BBC if they could help her out. A group from BBC helped Cathy move from Bellevue to Hendersonville on a Saturday. This group was made up of adults, students, children and even preschoolers wanted to make a difference in Cathy's life. What an awesome way to show God's love, not only to Cathy but to all those involved.
BBC is so thankful for people who will reach out and make a difference in other people's lives as Jesus does. Celebrate with us!
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 On Sunday, May 5th, the newly formed Women's Ministry held a Mother/Daughter Tea. We were delightfully surprised to have about 75 ladies/girls in a attendance. We had so many attend we had to move our event from the Parlor to the Got ?'s foyer. What a wonderful change of plans!
In addition to delicious finger foods and desserts we played our own little version of the Newlywed Game to see how well the Moms knew their daughter and vice versa - Linda Mansfield knew her daughter best. We
also played a little Bible Trivia game and the William Tell Overture of Momisms by Anita Renfro. (If you haven't heard this, check it out on YouTube).
The next Women's Ministry meeting will be in June to start planning for the Rummage Sale and the Retreat in October. Keep your eye on The Key. If you want to be involved in this fun and growing ministry call Beth McKinney, 419-2390 or email her at scrappinlikecrazy@juno.com.
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Day of Service . May 11 . 10a-2p
We at BBC know how important it is to serve the needs of our community. On May 11th we will have the opportunity to serve a very important agency here in Sumner County.
The Needs List Foundation has requested that BBC folks come and help them as they relocate and restructure their warehouse in Gallatin.
Basically, they need people to help move their warehouse from one floor of their building to another floor. The Needs List is a non-profit organization who seeks to meet the urgent needs of children in Sumner County Schools whose needs cannot be met through any other agency. The provide clothing, scholarships, and other material resources to children who are in desperate need. This project is in Gallatin, and this opportunity is open to all ages (children need to attend with their parents).
We will meet at The Needs List Foundation at 10a. To sign up , get directions, or to find out more information, you can contact the church office at 824-0001.
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2013 Graduates
Graduate Dinner May 11
There is a dinner for our high school graduates scheduled for Saturday, May 11. Contact Josh Knierim at josh.knierim@gmail.com for reservations.
Graduate Recognition May 19
If you have a senior to be recognized, contact Josh at josh.knierim@gmail.com or 824-0001.
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Church-Wide Cookout . May 22 . 6:30p
Wednesday, May 22
6:30 pm
Pavilion
Join us for a church-wide cookout. BBC will provide the BBQ, buns, and drinks. We are asking everyone to bring a side dish and dessert to share. Bring chairs, blankets and bug spray as we gather together to celebrate how good God is to have blessed each of us with so much!
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New Groups . Summer 2013
Wednesday . 6:30p
Stepping Up: Psalms of the Ascent
by Beth Moore
Woman's Study
Room 127
Led by Beth McKinney
Explore the major feasts of Israel and journey with Beth through this 7-session study. Themes of unity, joy, gratitude, redemption, repentance, the power of blessings, facing ridicule, and more are explored in detail. Modern-day believers in Jesus Christ can learn much from these treasured Psalms in their journey toward greater intimacy with God.
Adult Bible Study
Room 303
Led by Alan Godwin
 Finding your Purpose
Parlor
Led by Ralph Troutman
Called by God? Called by God! So you're a believer, a Christ follower, now what? Does God have a specific purpose and plan for your life? How does God prepare you for His purpose? We will look at the lives of Moses, David, Paul and others to see how God chooses, calls, prepares and uses people for His purpose. Based on the book The Man God Uses by Henry & Tom Blackaby.
 Spiritual Parenting
Room
Led by Penny Godwin and Wendy Swaby
In Spiritual Parenting parents learn to create a home environment that God can use to work in their children's lives. It's a biblical, innovative fresh approach to parenting-and one that's long overdue. It's hard enough to train kids to behave, but good behavior isn't what Jesus calls for in the Bible. He wants hearts and souls that are shaped in vibrant faith and love toward God and others. How can parents cultivate this in their children? In this book Dr. Michelle Anthony shares practical examples and biblical insight on the spiritual role of parenting. Spiritual Parenting introduces the simple, but revolutionary concept that parents are, by the power of God's Spirit, to obey and depend on God in order to create an environment God can use to beckon their children to Him.
Sunday . 9am
Finding your Purpose
Room 114
Led by Ralph Troutman
Called by God? Called by God! So you're a believer, a Christ follower, now what? Does God have a specific purpose and plan for your life? How does God prepare you for His purpose? We will look at the lives of Moses, David, Paul and others to see how God chooses, calls, prepares and uses people for His purpose. Based on the book The Man God Uses by Henry & Tom Blackaby.
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Married Life Live . June 14
Married Life Live
June 14
Guest Speaker: Dr. Alan Godwin
Cost: $10 per couple
Do you need a night out? Needing a break from the kids with other adults? Interested in meeting other couples at BBC? Married Life Live is a perfect solution!
- DROP off your children at BBC @ 6p for childcare
- BBC will team up 3 couples to do dinner together
- GROUP decides where to go for dinner
- COME back to BBC by 8p for dessert and Marriage Talk
- PICK up children by 9p
Make your reservations today by clicking here.
To reserve childcare click here and let us know the names and ages of children.
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Nashville
June 21-22
Musical Performers: Audio Adrenaline
For more information, contact Tracy Martin by clicking here or the church office here.
2013 Program Overview
- The Epic Battle of the Heart
- The Salvation Message - Friday evening's first message focuses on addressing our need for salvation. There is a always a battle that is taking place for our heart and only a commitment to Jesus Christ will see us through the hard fought war for our souls.
- Hearing and Obeying God's Word - We must be properly equipped to fight our battles in this epic war. The most effective and greatest weapon for this is the Word of God.
- Winning the Battle WIthin
- Purity - Sexual purity is a front line in the battle for our hearts. We live in a sexually infused world and as such sexual temptation is ever-present. We need a few good men in the trenches with us to help keep us accountable.
- Family - Our marriages and relationships with our children are perhaps the most things susceptible to attack by Satan. As men, we need to understand our God-given role as the spiritual leader and defender of our home in order to hold the line here.
- Unity - We will not get far in this war without surrounding ourselves with a band of brothers that we can depend on and trust in the thick of war. Having these relationships is critical in fighting any of our battles.
- Godly Manhood - An image of biblical manhood comes into focus as we work through these topics. Godly men are men of character and walk in righteousness and holiness by the power of the Holy Spirit.
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Women's Ministry Outreach Yard Sale . July 26-27
WOMEN'S MINISTRY OUTREACH
PURPOSE: BBC Women's Ministry
EVENT DATE: July 26 & July 27
TIME: To Be Determined
LOCATION: BBC CLC/Gym
2011 BBC yard sale was such a success, all because of you! It exceeded our expectations, but not God's. He knew what He was doing. Now, it is here again. A BBC yard sale to raise money for a great cause. The BBC Women's Ministry. The women of BBC have begun putting together this ministry, which will reach out not only to our members but also to our community.
Success can only be accomplished again by your generous giving of your time and through your donations. So, when you start your spring and summer cleaning, please donate your items to this wonderful ministry.
DROP OFF & DONATIONS: BBC will accept all donations starting July 19 through July 25. You can drop off your donations at anytime during this week, place items in the CLC/Gym. We will be working all week on this event. This year as items come in, we will be sorting, pricing and setting everything up on the tables. Volunteers will be greatly appreciated during this time.
PICK UP SERVICE: Pickup service is available if you cannot drop off.
We want all your donations, but there are items that did not sell and we will not be accepting i.e. TV's, Couches, and Big Stuffed Chairs.
Whether you think it will sell or not, throw it in the box, it's amazing what we buy at yard sales.
Please be praying for us and this event as we move forward.
As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace" 1 Peter 4:10 (ESV)
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Mission Partnership
Cumberland Crisis Pregnancy Center
April-June 2013
This quarter, BBC will be partnering with the Crisis Pregnancy Center. They provide pre-natal classes, parenting classes, financial counseling and Bible studies. The Pure Life Abstinence Education Program presents truth to area public schools, youth groups, and other settings to raise awareness and reduce teen pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases by educating teenagers, parents and the community about the social, psychological and physical risks that accompany sexual activity outside of a lifelong commitment to marriage. Current needs are:
- maternity clothes
- baby & toddler clothes
- diapers
- formula
- car seats
Items may be dropped off in the alcove outside the Worship Center.
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Men's Group . Stepping Up . Tuesdays
7 PM Tuesday Nights!
BBC Parlor
Along with action-packed dramatizations, amazing special effects and humorous vignettes, the study include frank discussions about everything from overcoming fears to becoming leaders in life, at home, at church and in the community.
Along the way, you'll capture key thoughts that will make up a Stepping Up Plan-an action plan for taking your next step in manhood.
But don't go it alone.
As iron sharpens iron, so men can sharpen one another. So gather some friends, as we start our journey to courageous manhood.
Tracy Martin has graciously stepped up to help facilitate this men's group. Thank you Tracy for STEPPING UP! You can contact Tracy at trner59@comcast.net.
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Ministry Opportunities
 If you have a heart for children, we have some wonderful opportunities available for you to get involved. We need:
- two 3rd & 4th grade life group teachers . 9a Sunday morning
- several Power Up leaders and helpers . 10:30a Sunday morning
- First Avenue Scheduler . own your own time
- Wednesday night leaders and helpers . 6:30p
- Check-Point Greeter/Computer helper . 10a Sunday / 6pWednesday
If you would like to help with any of these, please contact Shari Scott here.
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 NHC
4th Sunday of Every Month at 2:30p
Do you have a heart for the elderly? BBC hosts a worship service at NHC Nursing Home on the 4th Sunday of every month at 2:30 pm. We would love you to come join us. All are welcome to come and love on folks and assist in leading worship. Contact Mary Anne Mercill here if you would like to be part of this ministry.
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Anyone who has experience in advocating for different issues on a state level, please contact Wendy Swaby at wendyswaby@bluegrasschurch.net. We are in need of help in organizing information.
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NEXT Enrichment
Empowering the NEXT generation through educational,
physical, social and spiritual development opportunities.
Our NEXT program will be changing in Fall 2013.
All tracks: LEGO's, Knitting, Piano, Drama, Art, and many new ones
will be included in the NEXT after school care price.
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NEXT Summer Camps
Empowering the NEXT generation through educational,
physical, social and spiritual development opportunities.
NEXT Girls Camp
June 3-7 . 9a-4p
$250/wk
For students rising 4th-9th grades
This full day camp is designed to let girls explore the joy of using our minds, hands and hearts to create in today's culture in a girl-centric environment! What's your passion? Explore art, design, vocals and engineering through activities like painting a canvas, cooking a cream sauce, knitting, designing your dream room, repurposing fabric appliqué, LEGO Robotics and lots more.
Instructors: Bethany Mackey, interior designer & chef; Brooke Gilliam, certified LEGO NXT-G instructor; Brooke Adams, vocal/performance coach & SONY BMG Recording Artist and Former American Idol Contestant; Mary Anne Mercill, life-long knitter and lover of students; Wendy Swaby, interior designer & artist.
Click here to register.
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 NEXT LEGO Robotics Camp
June 17-21 (July camp only is full)
$200/wk
For students rising 4th-9th grades
Want your child to do something unique and absolutely cool this summer? How about having them learn how to build and design Robots using LEGOS? Students will learn basic robotic engineering, programming principles, and STEM concept while having FUN! Your child's natural curiosity and ingenuity will help them envision possibilities and develop innovative solutions to technical challenges.
Questioning. Exploring. Imagining. Designing. Constructing. Inventing. Testing. Observing. Learning. Failing (and trying again).
No prior LEGO experience is required. Students will be taught everything they need to know during camps. Students will work in teams of two. Friends are welcome to sign up together and be partners. Curriculum created by the Carnegie Mellon Robotics Academy. Instructor: Brooke Gilliam, certified LEGO NXT-G programming.
Click here to register.
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June 17-21 or July 15-19
$150/wk
For students rising 3rd-9th grades
Learning to knit is fun, creative and benefits children in a variety of ways. Studies have shown knitting helps brain stimulation as it relates to math processing. In addition, knitting is a valuable tool for teaching life lessons of responsibility, ability to focus and follow through, persistence, and teamwork. Students will start with a simple scarf and then will be given several project options to work on. Our knitting class at NEXT is multi-generational. We learn from each other, knit, and do life together.... from generation to generation. Instructor: Mary Anne Mercill, lifetime knitter and lover of children.
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NEXT ART Camp
June 17-21 or July 15-19
$150/wk
For students rising 3rd-9th grades
Studio Art teaches your child to create works of art by trusting in themselves, problem solving and collaborating with other students to encourage one another. Each student will learn to mix acrylic colors using the primary colors and neutrals. They will also learn to grid and draw on canvas before painting. Your student will complete at least three finished canvases of art to take home after the week. No prior art experience is necessary. Instructor: Wendy Swaby, artist.
Click here to register.
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NEXT LEGO Robotics Camp Junior
July 8-12 . 9a-12p
$170/wk
For students rising 1st-4th grades . Limited to 12 students
Do you want your younger child to get in on the fun and excitement of LEGO Robotics? Learn about machine movement, motors sensors, and computer programming. A warm and friendly curriculum created by LEGO Education specifically for early elementary students makes this topic a ton of fun. The opportunity to learn the 'how' behind technology will excite your child's mind and inspire them to become a creator (not just a consumer) of technology! Students will work independently and in teams. Equipment is the WeDo Robotics system by LEGO Education. Taught by Brooke Gilliam, certified in LEGO NXT-G computer programming.
Click here to register.
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All proceeds from NEXT camps will be used to help scholarship students for afterschool care.
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Preschool Ministry
SUNDAYS
9:00a . Preschool Small Group. Classes located in the Preschool Hallway downstairs. Preschoolers are in age-divided groups for a weekly Bible story that is introduced through creative and developmentally appropriate activities.
10:15a . First Avenue. Preschoolers stay in their rooms with a rotating team of volunteers for a time of play and a video that reinforces the Bible lesson. Snack is provided.
WENDESDAYS
6:30p
TREASURE QUEST is an eight week series based on Luke 12:34, which says, For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Joining Myron and the gang, your children will learn what it means to store up treasure in heaven.
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Children's Ministry
SUNDAYS
Children - K thru 4th Grade
Children learn differently than adults, therefore we offer opportunities that meet children where they are at. Children are welcome to join us for worship, yet they will gain more insight from these activities which have been specifically designed for your child's spiritual growth.
9:00a Small Group
Kids experience small group Bible study led by loving and kid-focused leaders.
K - Room 224
1st & 2nd - Room 225
3rd & 4th - Room 226
10:30a Power Up . CLC/Gym
Power Up is a worship time where children hear about the Bible, interact through drama, and worship with kid-friendly music.
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 5th & 6th Grade
We include our 5th & 6th grade together to help with the transition from elementary school to middle school. We want to keep a constant in their life while they adjust to the change from one school to another. Children begin joining us in Sunday morning worship service when they begin 5th grade.
9:00a . Route 56. 5th & 6th Grade meet in Room 222 for small group time.
10:30a . Community Worship
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WEDNESDAYS
K-5th Grade
6:30p - 8p
Our Wednesday night program is both exciting and energizing. To reinforce what we learn on Sunday mornings, we will worship with our mind, hands, body, and imagination. Invite a friend to join us each Wednesday night as we become grounded in the way God wants us to live.
Pick up Summer Calendars at the Got Questions Table!
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Children's Summer Detour's 2013
Wednesday Detours combine service with fun for children in the K-5th grade. Younger and older siblings can come along when a parent chaperones. Fees for each detour must be paid at drop off with cash or check.
*Detour schedule may change--you will receive an email if it does. Please make sure we have your email by sending it to bluegrasskids@gmail.com to get on our list.
May 29 
Bake & Deliver Cookies to Our Neighbors
4p-8p
Leave BBC at 6:30p
Bring: $5 OR butter, eggs, sugar, flour, OR chocolate chips.
 J une 5
Skate Center & Make NHC Project
Drop Off: 5p
Pick Up: 8:30p
Bring: $10 for skating & dinner. Please wear for bring socks.
 June 12
NHC Visit & a Movie
Drop Off: 6p
Pick Up: 8:30p
Bring: $10 covers movie & dinner.
June 19 
Widow Yard Work & Sweet CeCe's
Drop Off: 6p
Pick Up: 8:30p
Bring: $5 for ice cream.
June 26 
Meals on Wheels Prep & Prayer
Drop Off: 6p
Pick Up: 8:30p
Bring: A sack dinner.
July 3 
Water Night
Drop Off: 6p
Pick Up: 8:30p
Bring: $5 and wear modes clothes to get wet in and a change of dry clothes.
 July 10
Christmas in July
Drop Off: 6p
Pick Up: 8:30p
Bring: $5
 July 17
Bowling & Elderly Visitation
Drop Off: 6p
Pick Up: 8:30p
Bring: $12 for bowling & dinner. Make sure to wear or bring socks.
 July 24
Swimming Party
Drop Off: 6p
Pick Up: 8:30p
Bring: $5 for food, a bathing suit, towel and change of clothes.
 July 31
Bike Ride on Greenway and Dinner at Steak & Shake
Drop Off: 6p
Pick Up: 8:30p
Bring: $8 & your bike.
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Student Ministry
SUNDAYS:
9a: AM Life Groups . 7th-12th Grade
On Sunday mornings we offer Life Groups for our students. Life Groups are small groups where we spend time sharing what is going on in our lives and then dig into a time of Bible study. Using interactive and discussion-based lessons, this time is incredibly valuable as our students learn to live out God's word.
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 MONDAYS:
7p-8:30p . The Knierim's house
On Monday nights we will be gathering together to eat together and discuss the book Who Is This Man by John Ortberg. The study will begin Monday, June 3rd. We will have books available for purchase for $10.
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WEDNESDAYS:
6:30-8p . Student Zone
6th-12th Grade
On Wednesday nights this summer our students who have completed 6th-12th grade will be gathering together in a large group environment to eat dinner together and look a the big questions of the Christian faith.
Pick up Summer Calendars at the Got Questions table!
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Student's Summer Encounters 2013
THURSDAYS
On Thursdays we will be taking trips, volunteering, and just having a caps lock AWESOME time. Times to be determined.
May 30: Mammoth Cave Day Trip.
It ain't just a big hole in the ground.
It is a really cool, big hole in the ground.
June 4-7: Mission Week.
We will be working with the Shalom Zone Day Campin Gallatin.
Prepare for a life-changing experience.
June 13: Pool Day
Nothing like lounging around the pool on a lazy June day.
June 20: Video Scavenger Hunt
It doesn't get much better (or more awkward) than this.
 June 27-July 1: Student Life CampSummer and Camp.
It's a great tradition.
July 11: Movie Day.
Nothing like a little lunch and a movie to beat the heat of July.
We will plan on seeing Despicable Me 2.
July 18: Sky High (trampolines!)
Something about jumping on giant trampolines just makes you smile.
Unless, you have just eaten a heavy lunch, which we won't!
July 25: Day of Service.
We are surrounded by needs in our community.
We will try to meet some of them on this day.
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Support Groups
We feel fortunate to host a number of community support groups here at BBC. One of our values at BBC is for Emotional Health. We strongly support and encourage everyone to pursue this in their own lives. Whether that is in a Growth Group, Support Group or a Community Group, we at BBC feel that EMOTIONAL HEALTH is the key .
Click on underlined group names to be taken to their website for more information and details about the groups.
BBC Caregivers Support Group meets 4th Monday of the month in the Parlor.
Contact: Bill Waters at waters47@aol.com.
T4 Men's Integrity Group meets every Tuesday at 7p in the Parlor.
Contact: Tracy Martin at tracy.martin@tn.gov.
 Juvenile Diabetes Parent Support Group meets 3rd Thursday of the month in the Parlor. For parents of children with Type 1 Juvenile Diabetes.
Contact: Debra Stanley at 264-1264 or stanley.2002@comcast.net.
Alcoholics Anonymous meets Sundays at 7p and Wednesdays at 8p in Room 114.
LifeBridge meets the 3rd Monday of the month in the Parlor.
Narcotics Anonymous meets Tuesdays at 7p in Room 114.
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Sermon Resources & Bundles
Would you like to grow in your walk with God? BBC has a variety of resources available. This Sunday check out the bookcase at the Got Questions table for recommended resources to help you go deeper into the weekly message. Copies of today's message are also available. There is a suggested donation of $3/CD or $12/series. We also have Resource Bundles available. BBC Tote/BBC Sermon Notes Binder/Sermon Series; $30 You get a BBC canvas tote, one of the 3-ring BBC binders to keep your weekly sermon notes in, and one of our sermon series on CD. You pick the sermon series!
T-Shirts and Hoodies
We have new t-shirts and hoodies available for purchase. Check them out!
 T-Shirts . $5 Hoodies . $20 Zippered Hoodies . $30 NEXT Hoodies . $20 Stop by the Got Questions table and pick up your resources. Quantities are limited. |
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BBC Calendar
Keep up with all the latest events here at BBC. Go to www.bluegrassbaptistchurch.com and click on member log-in. After you log in, click on the calendar tab. You can then click on any event to see all the event details. Check it out and Get Connected at BBC today!
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Interest Groups
Looking for a place to connect with others who share similar interests? Then check out one of BBC's Interest Groups:
 Reel Men Fishing Group
May - September
Thursday from 6p-9:30p at Station Camp Creek Boat Ramp.
Annual Spring Fishing Retreat.
Women's Sewing Group
Thursday at 10a in the Parlor.
Bring your hand sewing projects and join us for fellowship.
TJC Motorcycle Ministry
April - October.
Worship 3rd Sunday of each month at 9a in the Pavilion.
Men's Basketball
Wednesdays at 8p
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Benefits of Automated Giving
- You're taking a step of faith. When you sign up to give online, you're making the spiritual decision to give faithfully. God blesses this kind of faith!
- You'll simplify your life. You'll always know you gave this month.
- You'll be helping the church. Not only does every person who gives online help lower our administrative costs, online giving makes our record keeping much easier.
- It's so easy to sign up. If anyone is interested in contributing to BBC through electronic transfer, please contact Shirley at 824.0001, or click here to be taken to the electronic transfer form. You may print this form, fill it out and turn this back into Shirley in the church office. These may also be mailed to:
Attention Shirley Brigance, Financial Administrator
Bluegrass Baptist Church
235 Indian Lake Road
Hendersonville, TN 37075
You may also return them to the Got Questions table on Sunday morning.
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Reel Men of God
For the most current information and newsletter information, check out their website at www.reelmenofgod.com.
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BBC Vision Statement
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