Buechel Park Baptist Church

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1 Buechel Park Baptist Church Louisville, Kentucky February 2017 NEW! NEW! NEW! Wednesday Night Activities Schedule Beginning February 1, Wednesday evenings schedule will change to the following: 5-5:30 pm, Open Gym 5:30 pm, Potluck Fellowship Meal 6 pm, Bible Study/Youth Group 7 pm, Choir Rehearsal & 11:30 am, Thursdays in the Parlor All are welcome especially those who are unable to attend Wednesday night bible study. Bring your lunch, come eat, fellowship and learn together. Kids Variety Show and Lunch Fundraiser Noon, Sunday, February 19 After a lunch of lasagna, salad and dessert, the kids will put on a variety show! All children are encouraged to participate - we will help your child design a great act. In addition, all the children will be part of acting out a fun story and song as a finale. Pizza and practice will be Sunday, Feb. 5 at noon for all the kids participating in the show! Sign up for the luncheon by Wednesday, Feb. 15. Donations will be collected for lunch and proceeds will be used for Kids Passport Camp. For more information, contact Peggy Foskett.

2 Pastor Paragraphs Open Doors, Open Hearts Buechel Park Baptist Church has jumped head first into Many exciting events have occurred in the life of our community this year and its only February. Here are some highlights: Morgan Fritz will be brought forth for vote as our new Children s Ministry Intern on February 1. Les Goldring began as our new part-time facility manager. Charlie Thurman and Nancy Crothers were ordained as deacons. Kyran Kennedy was baptized before a cloud of witness of family and church members. Sara and Neal Turpin brought their baby boy, Luke Daniel Turpin in to the world. The Spirit of God is moving through our congregation and through our community in Louisville. We, together are partnering with God s mission and ministry to our neighbors near and far. The Church Council met in January and has prayerfully and strategically worked through our 2017 calendar. We strive for a healthy rhythm of church life that energizes and ignites others to join our congregation in God s mission in the world. I am so proud to pastor this congregation. You all have taken brave steps into this new year. I am amazed by your constant kindness, grace and wisdom to all people in this ever changing world. Buechel Park is a community of faith willing to take risks for the kingdom of God. This courage was evident when our church voted during January s business meeting to open our doors to the possibility of having a sister 2

3 Morgan Fritz Children s Ministry Intern Pastor Paragraphs congregation in our neighborhood worship in our sanctuary on Sunday afternoons. Meadowview Presbyterian Church came to us in a difficult season of transition. They have sold their building and most of their belongings this month. Our property and finance team will be working on a covenant between both churches that will be available to the congregation. Meadowview Presbyterian wishes to remain as a separate congregation and will explore the possibility of worshipping on Sunday afternoons in the sanctuary and utilize unused space in our building for their office and storage needs. We are excited about this possibility and hope that both congregations can find opportunities to break bread and reach out to our community together. Thank you Buechel Park, for being the body of Christ that continues to open our doors and open our hearts to the world around us. With a heart full of gratitude, Pastor Erica Whittaker Morgan is pursuing her Masters in Divinity at Baptist Seminar of Kentucky (Georgetown). She is from Ottawa, Kansas and is an alumnae of Ottawa University. Morgan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sports Studies with a minor in Christian Studies. We re excited to be voting on her joining BPBC s staff. Youth Night at the Pastor s House 6-8 pm, Sunday, February 26 FOOD! FUN! FELLOWSHIP! 3

4 Children & Family Ministries Wednesday Kids! 5 pm, Open Gym l 5:30 pm, Dinner l 6 pm, Kids Activities February 5 - Delta Club February 12, 19 and 26 - SPARK Missions Kids Variety Show & Lunch Fundraiser: Sunday, February 19 after worship After lunch, the kids will put on a variety show! All children are encouraged to participate - we will help your child design a great act. Also, all the children will be part of acting out a fun story and song as a finale. For more information, contact Peggy Foskett. Children s Council Meeting - Sunday, February 12 at 3 pm. All parents and anyone else interested in being part of the Children s Ministry are welcome to attend. Questions? Contact Peggy Foskett. Other Dates to Know: Children s Easter Celebration pm, Sunday, April 9 Passport Kids Camp - July in Maryville, TN Youth Ministries Wednesday Youth: 5 pm, Open Gym l 5:30 pm, Dinner l 6 pm, Youth Activities Sunday School: February 5 - José Albovias February 12, 19 and 26 - Carrie Bearden and Jessica Jenkins Dates to Know: Youth Missions Weekend - March Passport Youth - July 3-8 in Greenville, SC 4

5 Second Annual Spring Concert 3 pm, Sunday, May 21 Musical Notes Please mark your calendar to come hear our Chancel Choir, Handbell Choir and Chorale as they sing and play some of your favorites, as well as some new and exciting pieces of music. We will sing a piece that was discovered in the Music Library written for Buechel Park Baptist Church s 50th Anniversary. Start now to invite others to come and enjoy this hour of wonderful music followed by a reception. Chancel Choir Rehearsal The time for our Chancel Choir rehearsals has moved to 7 pm on Wednesday nights. We are in need of singers! No experience necessary! The only requirements are you love to sing, you love to make music and have fun! Please consider joining us as we continue to learn, sing and grow! We need you! Handbell Ringers Needed We have a wonderful group of handbell ringers! As you heard during Advent, they add much to our worship! We need a few more ringers. Please give it prayerful consideration and come join us as we prepare for Lent, Easter and our Spring Concert! No experience necessary! Our Handbell Choir will be participating in an all day workshop at St. Matthews Baptist Church on Saturday, March 4. We would love to have you go with us! Contact David Lindsay or Kevin Vest, if you are interested. 5

6 Community and Missions This month s mission projects: Valentines for Goldsmith Elementary Boxes of new Valentines are now being collected until Sunday, Feb. 7 for Goldsmith Elementary. Students will then redistribute valentines to their classmates. Soup-er Bowl It s Soup-er Bowl time! All of February, cans of soup ar being collected for SEAM. Any type of non-perishable food donations are welcome. Sitio Clothing Ministry Sitio, pronounced city-oh, means I Thirst in Latin and is a clothing clearing center for Louisville that supports services like Americana. By taking care of the clients needs, Sitio is quenching the thirst of Christ. They have requested help with new and gentlyused clothing items, especially for children and adult men. Mainly small and medium sizes for men; children s sizes 3-6 and shoes Drop off the new or clean items in the bins by the Education Building s elevator. No women s clothing is needed at this time. Blankets, sheets, 6

7 Community and Missions I received this message from Felix Shepherd, the president of the church at Oujda Parish. In the picture, Felix is holding a youngster, Brian, who is the son of a Cameroonian refugee woman. Good evening Mama Carrie, Receive our sincere Christmas greetings from Oujda. By the grace of God through your prayer supports the Church of Oujda is marching forward in the light of God. Since we have started the work for about three months now there have been great improvement by grace. Our membership has moved from about 35 to 80. Last Sunday we recorded 92 members! There are also people giving their lives to Christ and some coming voluntarily to be baptized not forgetting the manifestations of the holy spirit during our meetings to the glory of God. God bless you for your supports! and keep praying for us that the word prevails in Oujda. Felix sends messages to me through Facebook. Buechel Park has a secret Facebook page the only our members and the Oujda members can see. If you would like to be a member of this page and communicate with our Oujda family, please contact Carrie Bearden and we will get you set up! Our Oujda friends love to hear from us, so please reach out to them through our Facebook page! Carrie Bearden 7 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Saturday, February 11 The Francis Center 3042 Hikes Lane Call Donna Kenney at ext. 12 to schedule an appointment.

8 Once Around the Park... Congratulations Rev. Sara & Dr. Neal Turpin on their son Luke Daniel born January 2, :50 pm 7 lbs. 15 oz inches Sara returns on Sunday, February 19. New Facilities Manager Les Goldring Les Goldring joined BPBC staff on January 9, When not at BPBC, he is a high school football coach and owner of Main Street Construction. Welcome Coach! Kyran Kennedy Our newest member Deacons Emeriti Photo by Craig Smith. (Left to right) Julia Tate, Dr. John Brown and Roxie Hoffman were honored as Deacons Emeriti on January 8, Kyran (above with Rev. Erica) was baptized on January 15,

9 Once Around the Park... Women on Mission (WOM) Tuesday, February 14 Women at the Park 6:30 pm, Tuesday, February 14 WOM groups will meet at 10 am in Room 2. Followed by a brief general meeting at 11. At 11:15 am, Donna Kenney, Executive Director of The Francis Center, will be the guest speaker. The Francis Center is located at St. John Paul II Catholic Church on Hikes Lane. This is the center s third year in operation and Ms. Kenney will bring us up-to-date on its health care offerings, tutoring programs, community gardens, making mats for the homeless and much more. Everyone is invited to learn more about The Francis Center at 11:15 am. 9 6:30 pm, February 24 Mango s Mexican Grill Dutchman s Lane Friday Night Friends (FNF) FNF is a time to go out to dinner with friends from church and get to know people that you sometimes only see on Sunday morning. Singles, couples, children, adults, young and old alike are all welcome! RSVP by Feb. 20 outside the church office or send Kellie Hicks, an , kelliehicks@hotmail.com Foundation Tax Aide Feb. 1-April 14, 2017 Closed Tuesdays, Feb. 14, March 14 and April 11. The AARP Foundation will offer free tax preparation assistance at Buechel Park Baptist Church, Monday through Friday (closed on the second Tuesday each month). Doors open at 8 am; people should arrive no later than 8 am to signup, since the daily maximum number is usually reached by 9 am. Taxpayers are served on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign up in the Fellowship Hall. Tax preparation begins at 9 am. Assistance is available to everyone, regardless of age or income. Call AARP at between 9:15 am and 1 pm, Monday through Friday, for more information. Please note: BPBC members will be given priority - first in line - by calling the Church Office the DAY BEFORE you wish to have your taxes done.

10 February Birthdays 1 Jesse Allen, April Reesor 2 Chae Griffey, Michael Singer, Veronica Trepanier 7 David Schmidt, Deborah Swihart 8 Susan Silverthorn 9 Barbara Hood 10 Jim Cavanah 12 Frances Cross, Connie Hickerson 16 BJ Frye, Lois Goodwin 17 Kathy Leslie 20 Doris Aubrey 21 Jessica Jenkins, Susan McChargue 22 David Clater, Kallye Grady, Kathy Leichty 26 Joey Bariteau 27 - David Reeves 29 - Rachel Baldwin, Alex Marks Office Hours Church Office Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9 am - Noon & 1-5 pm Friday: 9 am - Noon Saturday-Sunday: Closed Senior Pastor Office Hours: Monday: 10 am - 5 pm Tuesday: 9 am - 5 pm Wednesday: 1-8 pm Thursday: 9 am - Noon Friday: Sabbath 10

11 With Thanks and Gratitude... Dear Congregation, Thank you for your call to serve as a deacon among you. I know I am not worthy, as have most of the servants of the Lord including Moses. That has not been much obstacle to the Holy Spirit. I would wish upon each of you the laying on of hands. It was almost like another baptism, immersion in a river of welcome and good wishes. I will make my best effort, guided in Spirit, to bring blessing and healing to this place. Charlie Thurman I wanted to thank my church family for all their prayers and cards. I love all of you!! I had a lot of health concerns besides Shingles. See you soon! God Bless! Joyce Gatz My Sweet Church Family, Thank you, each of you, for the cards, visits, calls and prayers. I have loved all of you all my 69 years here and feel blessed to have you ALL in my life. Bless you, Anna Bell Hite Special thanks to the Computer & Technology team for all their time and expertise upgrading the WiFi and computer equipment. YOU ROCK! Thank you to my church family for all the calls, cards and prayers during my shoulder surgery and recovery. I m doing well! Thank you! John Condron I want to thank all the members of the hospitality committee - Sara Buckner, Lisa Grady, Michael Hite and Julia Tate for all their assistance during Extravaganza! Also, special thanks to Sara Buckner, Sharon Kauka and Charlie Thurman for cooking turkeys; Bill Grady for carving the hams; and, all those who assisted in cleanup. I would mention names but might miss someone - you know who you are! Additionally, a BIG thank you to Sara and Leonard Buckner and Janice Hedgespeth who recently assisted in organizing the kitchen supply room! Kathy Leichty, Chair Hospitality 11

12 Buechel Park Baptist Church 2403 Hikes Lane Louisville, KY (502) Ministers All Members Church Staff Rev. Erica Evans Whitaker Senior Pastor Rev. Sara Clarke Turpin Associate Pastor of Spiritual Formation David Lindsay Minister of Music Leonard Buckner Treasurer Nicole Davis Parents Day Out Director Leigh Meers Administrative Assistant Kevin Vest Organist and Music Associate Les Goldring Facilities Manager Tom Rohleder Interim Custodian (Patricia) Ann Willard July 23, January 20, 2017 Paul Weaver August 18, January 26, 2017 MARCH NEWSLETTER DEADLINE: Monday, February 13, 2017 Submit articles and photos to info@bpbaptist.org 12