Father, as we enjoy this holiday of independence we lift up our loved ones in the military to You in prayer.

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1 THE Briarwood Weekly June 29, 2018 Father, as we enjoy this holiday of independence we lift up our loved ones in the military to You in prayer. Help us to remember the daily sacrifices that they and their families make to ensure our freedoms. May they remember to cast their cares and burdens upon You. Instead of being anxious, remind them to pray about everything. Grant them peace that surpasses all understanding and guard their hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. In His name we pray, Amen. Thank you to those who have served, or are serving our country. Briarwood members killed in the line of duty: Lance Corporal Thomas E. Rivers, Jr., USMC Corporal Stephen M. Wolchok, USMC 2200 Briarwood Way Birmingham, AL briarwood.org

2 Guy Penrod Free admission Join us for this special service of celebration as we thank our God for His providence in bringing our country into being, honor our veterans and active duty military, hear and sing stirring patriotic music featuring the Briarwood Choir and Orchestra, and then enjoy special music from Guy Penrod. Make Nursery reservations at briarwood.org/nursery.

3 Dear Brothers and Sisters, Grace and peace. If there was ever a time that we as Christians in particular, and the evangelical church in general, should pause and give thanks to the Lord for what He has done in this nation as well as examine and learn what the Lord has providentially accomplished in and through America, that time is now. This Sunday evening, July 1 at 6:00 p.m., we are extraordinarily blessed to have Guy Penrod and his band who will fill the Worship Center with praise and worship and a patriotic musical montage that will be an extraordinary blessing. Each year this is a wonderful service, albeit a bit different this year as I will be giving a ten-minute presentation (before Guy s abbreviated concert) that I will keep a surprise for now! Please invite and bring along any and all who have served our country in the Armed Forces as we honor our veterans and the era in which they served. As many of you know, this is a highlight in the life of Briarwood and a wonderful outreach event. But most of all, it is a time to praise God for His providential blessings to our nation and to commit ourselves individually and corporately as a congregation to a renewal of heart for a Gospel awakening throughout our land. I look forward to being there with you. For Christ, the Gospel and His Kingdom, For High School Students COST: $65 (includes meals, activities) registration form due by July 22 *Non-refundable* WHEN: The Barn starting Friday, Aug. 4 at 5:30 p.m. CONTACT: Student Ministries rlaster@briarwood.org

4 Lord s Day Worship Services Sunday Morning - 8:00 and 10:55 a.m. XVIII. I Peter in Biblical Perspective The Elect in the Exile A Sojourner s Journey I Peter 2:11 12 Dr. Harry L. Reeder III Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Christianity in America Celebration Honoring our veterans and active duty military Guy Penrod, Guest Artist Church-wide fellowship following the service. Serving in the Nursery Sun., July 1 Mountain View Prayer Focus Gary & Jackie Burnett Colombia United World Mission Pray for Gary and Jackie Burnett who train leaders for children s ministry in Colombia. They travel to various towns and villages to provide training and to assist those trained to multiply the vision by training others. Pray also for those being trained to draw closer to the Lord and more dependent on His grace to work through them. June 29 June 30 July 1 July 2 July 3 July 4 July 5 Gary and Carrie Runn Cru Texas Dan & Peggy Rupple Mastermedia California Vicky Samaritano Cru New York Kevin and Gretchen Scoleri Cru Florida Steve Abernathy Briarwood Elder Matt Abernathy Briarwood Deacon Joel Acevedo Hispanic Pastor Leadership Team Brad & Agi Baker Church Resource Ministries Hungary Mike & Dana Ball Cru Florida/Intl Juan & Eva Barrientos World Reach Peru Irene Bayne Campus Outreach New Zealand Andrew Clark Briarwood Deacon Ben Greene Briarwood Deacon Better Basics

5 10-Minute Choir Come to the choir loft 10 minutes before either morning service, practice an easy song (this week America the Beautiful ), sing at the beginning of the service, then sit with your family. No age limit or experience needed. Church Revitalization Ministry Prayer All are welcome to gather for prayer Sun., July 1 at 5:00 p.m. in W202. Help the Nursery Make reservations for the Christianity in America Celebration (July 1) at briarwood.org/nursery. Fourth of July Church and school offices will be closed Wed., July 4. Persecuted Church Prayer Sun., July 8 in G103 at 5:00 p.m. All are welcome to join us to pray for our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ. Summer Soccer Camp July 9 13 Ambassadors (ages 7 14). Go to briarwoodsoccer.com for info and to register. Men s Summer studies Choose Mondays at 11:45 a.m. at Moe s BBQ or Wednesdays at 6:30 a.m. in the FH. Details for studies at briarwood.org/men. WOC Summer Drop In Bible Studies Tues. at 9:30 a.m. and 6:15 p.m. in A202. Study dates are July 10 and 17. Nursery available in the morning study. BYG/Raiders: Wed., July 11 Raiders/BYG Barons Game from 6:30 10:00 p.m. Sign-up by Fri., July 6 at briarwood.org/youth. Cost $5; drop-off/pick-up at The Barn. Lost & Found The Briarwood Ballet will present their summer showcase on Fri., July 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Barbara B. Barker Fine Arts Auditorium. Tickets $8 at briarwood.org/balletevents. Summer Fun for Kids There s something for all kids K5 12th grade at Briarwood this summer! See a listing of all activities at briarwood.org/summerkids. Do you play guitar? We are looking for someone to play guitar and sing with the two-year-old SS class. What a great way to use your talents and show God s love to His little ones. Contact acraig@briarwood.org or call Sunday School Teacher needed Two-year-old class. We d love to have someone who could commit to teaching year round. This gives the kids the best stability for learning. nurseryss@briarwood.org for more information School Year Are you planning to hold your child back? Please let Raleigh Macoy know so we can make sure to place him or her in the appropriate Sunday School class for the fall. rmacoy@briarwood.org. Catechism Sunday School class A nine-month class for 3rd 6th graders that requires outside work for the student and parents. If your child is interested register by ing rmacoy@briarwood.org. Class fills quickly, so register early.

6 An Invitation from John Haines See several upcoming ways you can participate in the Music Ministry here at Briarwood. Go to briarwood.org/music and click the link at the top of the page. Ask the Pastor Vlog Pastor Reeder describes his new evening sermon series, Habakkuk in Biblical Perspective in his latest vlog. Go to briarwood.org/askthepastor. TRAILBLAZER Travel Oct to Washington D.C., and the new Museum of the Bible! For information, or briarwood.org/trailblazers. Mongolia Mission Trip Please donate your unused but working ipads, iphones, tablets, (Mac or Android), and Windows laptops to the Missions Office for this fall trip. Pocket Change Deposit into wall containers around the church used by the Mercy Ministry to help those in need. Coin cans are at the Altadena House to collect at home. Job Openings (more at briarwood.org/employment): Music and Worship Ministry Admin Assistant. Parttime position. For details and to apply, Leigh Ann Reese at Grounds Helper. Seeking a full time grounds helper; position includes benefits. Contact Robert at or rclifton@briarwood.org. College Women s Coordinator. Full-time ministry staff working with the College pastor. Candidates need to have a desire to minister one-on-one with college women and coordinate details for events and small groups. resume to Max Bunn at mbunn@briarwood.org. Director of Briarwood International Outreach Campus Ministry. Candidates for this full-time position must have a heart for Internationals on the campus setting, be skilled at evangelism, discipleship, leading Bible discussions, engaging volunteers in the ministry, and organizing events and outings. Bachelors degree required. Inquire with résumé to Shawn Brower at sbrower@briarwood.org or call See details on other positions and how to apply by going online to briarwood.org/employment. Briarwood Families We rejoice with Mark and Heather Purser on the birth of their daughter, Eleanor Ellie Grace, on June 17; and with Chad and Ashley Ponter on the birth of their daughter, Bella Grace, on June 22, and with grandparents Jim and Cindy Belyeu. Our love and sympathy to Elaine Stafford and family on the death of her mother, Marilyn Stafford, on June 17.

7 Women s Summer Events Working Women s Bible Study July 12 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Directed Ministries Board Room A time of encouragement and Bible study. WOC Book Clubs July 18 at 7:00 p.m. in M200 The Gospel Comes with a House Key by Rosario Butterfield leader Kelly Chadwick Shop the Bookstore for July 19 at 10:00 a.m. M200 your summer reading books! Same Here, Sisterfriend by Holly Mackle leader Kathy Cheely ~ Books now in the Bookstore. ~ Art of Encouragement Wed., July 25, 5:00 8:00 p.m. in the FH Art exhibit featuring over 40 Briarwood artists. Bring family and friends to this free outreach event. ENGAGE: your life. your culture A women s conference Aug with guest speaker Becky Pippert Watch the women s newsletter and briarwood.org/women for details. In the Bookstore Pastor Reeder s recommendations for his summer evening series Stop by to get your Habakkuk study aids. Open 9:00 a.m 3:30 p.m. on weekdays and 9:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. on Sundays briarwood.org/bookstore