Holiday Hamburgers and Frosty Fries

Happy December!  We are looking forward to seeing you and your family this weekend.  Potluck theme is Holiday "Hamburgers" & Frosty Fries.

We are in the process of organizing our annual holiday program & reception.  Would you like to be involved?  We would love to have your input and support!  Potential dates have been narrowed down to Friday evening Dec 18 or Sunday evening, Dec 20.  It will be decided this wknd.  We will also plan some Christmas caroling following potlucks during Dec.  Please let us know which of the above dates work best for you and your family.  We want to have a great turn out for our program!

For the next several weeks....look for a stack of Christmas cards on the table in the fellowship area.  Join us in writing holiday cards to our military families here in Kentucky.  We will deliver the cards in December!

Thanks to all of you who contributed to our annual Thanksgiving basket this year!  The basket was delivered last week.  Thank you all very much for your donations and contributions this year!  We have such a generous church family here at BGSC!

 Upcoming Potluck Themes:

12/12    “Stir-fry Sabbath”
12/19    “Rudolph Red Pasta & Grinchy Green Salad ”
12/26    “Christmas Dinner”
1/2/16  “New Year, New You”

Thanksgiving Dinner

Thanksgiving Day is just a week from today ~ wow!  We are looking forward to seeing you and your family this weekend.  Potluck theme is “Thanksgiving Dinner.”  Please bring a favorite Thanksgiving holiday dish to share!

We are in the process of organizing our annual holiday program & reception.  Would you like to be involved?  We would love to have your input and support!  Potential dates for the program include Friday evening, Dec 11....Friday evening Dec 18....or Sunday evening, Dec 20.  We will also plan some Christmas caroling following potlucks during Dec.  Please let us know which of the above dates work best for you and your family.  We want to have a great turn out for our program!

For the next several weeks....look for a stack of Christmas cards on the table in the fellowship area.  Join us in writing holiday cards to our military families here in Kentucky.  We will deliver the cards in December!

We are collecting gently used Christmas decorations for Youth Arbor Services again this year.  Bring your donations through November 28.

Don’t forget our Thanksgiving basket!  We’ll be giving a large basket of non perishable food to a needy family this Thanksgiving and have already begun collecting items to go inside.  You will see a large white basket on a table in the fellowship area for the next two weekends.  Items that are needed include:

Instant mashed potatoes
gravy
juice
stuffing mix
cranberry sauce
soups
canned sweet potatoes
canned corn, green beans, peas etc
canned fruits
jello/pudding mix
graham cracker pie crusts

Thank you all very much for your donations and contributions this year!  We have such a generous church family here at BGSC!

 Upcoming Potluck Themes:
11/28    “Panini’s & Pie”
12/5    “Holiday Hamburger’s”
12/12    “Stir-fry Sabbath”
12/19    “Rudolph Red Pasta & Grinchy Green Salad ”
12/26    “Christmas Dinner”
1/2/16  “New Year, New You”

Fall Fiesta

We are looking forward to seeing you and your family this beautiful November weekend!  Potluck theme is “Fall Fiesta” ~ don’t miss out on enchiladas, tostadas, Spanish rice, refried beans, and other Mexican food favorites.   Also ~ next weekend (November 21) we will enjoy our annual Thanksgiving Dinner for potluck!  Please see the sign up sheet during potluck to sign up for a dish to share...

We’ll soon begin thinking about organizing our annual holiday program & reception.  Would you like to be involved?  We would love to have your input and support!  Potential dates for the program include Friday evening, Dec 13, Friday evening Dec 20, Sunday evening Dec 15, or Sunday evening, Dec 20.  We will also plan some Christmas caroling following potluck during Dec.  Please let us know which of the above dates work best for you and your family.  We want to have a great turn out for our program!

For the next several weeks....look for a stack of Christmas cards on the table in the fellowship area.  Join us in writing holiday cards to our military families here in Kentucky.  We will deliver the cards in December!

We are collecting gently used Christmas decorations for Youth Arbor Services again this year.  Bring your donations through November 28.

Don’t forget our Thanksgiving basket!  We’ll be giving a large basket of non perishable food to a needy family this Thanksgiving and have already begun collecting items to go inside.  You will see a large white basket on a table in the fellowship area for the next two weekends.  Items that are needed include:
Instant mashed potatoes
gravy
juice
stuffing mix
cranberry sauce
soups
canned sweet potatoes
canned corn, green beans, peas etc
canned fruits
jello/pudding mix
graham cracker pie crusts

 Upcoming Potluck Themes:
11/21    “Thanksgiving Dinner”
11/28    “Panini’s & Pie”
12/5    “Holiday Hamburger’s”
12/12    “Stir-fry Sabbath”
12/19    “Red & Green”
12/26    “Christmas Dinner”

All-American Potluck

Isn’t the autumn weather just amazing?  BGSC’s looking forward to seeing you and your family this weekend.  Potluck theme is “All-American” in honor of Election Day & Veteran’s Day (back to back).  We’ll enjoy a casual picnic style spread.....complete with veggie hot dogs, coleslaw, potato salad, baked beans, chips, and apple pie!

We’ll soon begin thinking about organizing our annual holiday program & reception.  Would you like to be involved?  We would love to have your input and support!  Potential dates for the program include Friday evening, Dec 13, Friday evening Dec 20, or Sunday evening Dec 15 or Sunday evening, Dec 22.  We will also plan some Christmas caroling following potluck during Dec.  Please let us know which of the above dates work best for you and your family.  We want to have a great turn out for our program this year!

Don’t forget our Thanksgiving basket!  We’ll be giving a large basket of non perishable food to a needy family this Thanksgiving and have already begun collecting items to go inside.  You will see a large white basket on a table in the fellowship area for the next two weekends.  Thank you!

 Upcoming Potluck Themes:
11/14    “Harvest Haystacks”
11/21    “Thanksgiving Dinner”
11/28    “Panini’s & Pie”
12/5    “Holiday Hamburger’s”
12/12    “Stir-fry Sabbath”
12/19    “Red & Green”
12/26    “Christmas Dinner”

Oktoberfest

Isn’t the autumn weather just gorgeous this week?!  We are looking forward to seeing you & your family at BGSC!  Potluck theme is “Oktoberfest.”

We’ll soon begin thinking about organizing our annual holiday program & reception.  Would you like to be involved?  We would love to have your input and support!  Potential dates for the program include Friday evening, December 13 or Friday evening, December 20.  We’ll also be Christmas caroling after potluck one or two weekends in Dec...
 
 Upcoming Potluck Themes:
10/31    “Tom Soup & Grilly Cheese”
11/7        “All-American Deli” (to celebrate Election Day & Veterans Day)
11/14    “Comfort Food Feast”
11/21    “Thanksgiving Dinner”
11/28    “Panini’s & Pie”

Chili & Cornbread

TGIF!!  We are looking forward to seeing you & your family at BGSC this weekend.

Potluck theme is “Chili & Cornbread.”  Bring a pot of chili, a pan of cornbread, a salad, or a chili topping to share...

There is a family (a single mom with 2 children) who has recently been through an emergency relocation.  They are in desperate need of children’s clothing (a few toys would be nice too).  The boy wears a size 4T-5T & the girl is 18mo-24mo.  You can bring new or gently used items to potluck again this week...

We’ll soon begin thinking about organizing our annual holiday program & reception.  Would you like to be involved?  We would love to have your input and support!  Potential dates for the program include Friday evening, December 13 or Friday evening, December 20.  We’ll also be Christmas caroling after potluck one or two weekends in Dec...

Also, BGSC will be donating supplies for an event at the New Opportunities School for Women in Berea (in early November).  Let us know if you’d like to help.  We will need several ladies to make 280 finger sandwiches together “factory style” the morning of Sunday, Nov. 8.
 
 Upcoming Potluck Themes:
10/24    “Oktoberfest”
10/31    “Tom Soup & Grilly Cheese”
11/7        “All-American Deli” (to celebrate Election Day & Veterans Day)
11/14    “Comfort Food Feast”
11/21    “Thanksgiving Dinner”
11/28    “Panini’s & Pie”

Keeneland Kick-off Brunch

Farewell September!  We are looking forward to seeing you & your family at BGSC this weekend.  Our sermon series, “Galaxy” continues.  Potluck theme is “Keeneland Kick-off Brunch.”  Bring a favorite Kentucky themed breakfast dish to share...

There is a family (a single mom with 2 children) who has just been through an emergency relocation.  They are in desperate need of children’s clothing (a few toys would be nice too).  The boy wears a size 4T-5T & the girl is 18mo-24mo.  You can bring new or gently used items to potluck this week...

We’ll soon begin thinking about organizing our annual holiday program & reception.  Would you like to be involved?  We would love to have your input and support!  Potential dates for the program include Friday evening, December 13 or Friday evening, December 20.  We’ll also be Christmas caroling after potluck one or two weekends in Dec...

Thank you for all the non perishable items you donated for Dominica following the hurricane several weeks ago.  Our donations will be sent out this week!  Look for pics of your donations on our Facebook page!

Also, BGSC will be donating supplies for an event at the New Opportunities School for Women in Berea (in early November).  Let us know if you’d like to help.  We will need several ladies to make 280 finger sandwiches together “factory style” the morning of Sunday, Nov. 8.
 
 Upcoming Potluck Themes:
10/10    “Tailgate Time”
10/17    “Chili & Cornbread”
10/24    “Oktoberfest”
10/31    “Tom Soup & Grilly Cheese”

Autumn Favorites

Happy Fall!  We are looking forward to seeing you & your family again this weekend.  Our sermon series, “Joseph’s Technicolor Coat” continues.  Potluck theme is “Autumn Favorites.”

We’ll soon begin thinking about organizing our annual holiday program & reception.  Would you like to be involved?  We would love to have your input and support!

Note ~ we are still collecting non perishable items for Dominica following the hurricane several weeks ago.  Folks there are in desperate need.  A friend of one of our BGSC family members has family in Dominica.....they will be sending a crate soon.  We will add our items to theirs!  Thank you!

Also, BGSC will be donating supplies for an event at the New Opportunities School for Women in Berea (in early November).  Let us know if you’d like to help...
 
 Upcoming Potluck Themes:
10/3    “Keeneland Kick-off Brunch”
10/10    “Tailgate Time”
10/17    “Chili & Cornbread”
10/24    “Pumpkin Farm Feast”
10/31    “Tom Soup & Grilly Cheese”

Soup & Salad Bar

Fall is just around the corner!  We are looking forward to seeing you & your family this weekend.  Our sermon series, “Joseph’s Technicolor Coat” continues.  P otluck theme is “Soup & Salad Bar.”  Bring a fave soup or salad to share.  Bread, crackers, dessert & drink provided.

We’ll soon begin thinking about organizing our annual holiday program & reception.  Would you like to be involved?  We would love to have your input and support!

Note ~ we are still collecting non perishable items for Dominica following the hurricane several weeks ago.  Folks there are in desperate need.  A friend of one of our BGSC family members has family in Dominica.....they will be sending a crate soon.  We will add our items to theirs!  Thank you!

Also, BGSC will be donating supplies for an event at the New Opportunities School for Women in Berea (in early November).  Let us know if you’d like to help...
 
 Upcoming Potluck Themes:
9/19    “Soup & Salad Bar”
9/26    “Autumn Favorites”
10/3    “Keeneland Kick-off”
10/10    “Tailgate Time”
10/17    “Chili & Cornbread”
10/24    “Pumpkin Farm Feast”
10/31    “Tom Soup & Grilly Cheese”

All-American Steak & Potato Bar

We are looking forward to seeing you & your family this weekend for praise, worship, Bible study, fellowship, & food.  We are still in the midst of a new sermon series “Joseph’s Technicolor Coat.”  Our potluck theme is “All-American “steak” & potato bar” (with “Grandma’s Apple Pie”) in honor of Patriot Day (Friday 9/11) & Grandparent’s Day (Sunday 9/13).

FYI....we are still collecting non perishable items for Dominica following the hurricane several weeks ago.  Folks there are in desperate need.  A friend of one of our bgsc family members has family in Dominica.....they will be sending a crate soon.  We will add our items to theirs!  Thank you!

Would anyone be interested in a Sabbath afternoon hike/supper this fall?  Would anyone like to organize?

 Upcoming Potluck Themes:

9/19    “Fall is in the Air”
9/26    “Soup & Salad”
10/3    “Keeneland Kick-off”
10/10    “Tailgate Time”
10/17    “Chili & Cornbread”
10/24    “Pumpkin Farm Feast”
10/31    “Tom Soup & Grilled Cheese”

Let's Luau

Happy Labor Day Weekend!  Where did the summer go?!  We are looking forward to seeing you & your family this weekend for praise, worship, Bible study, fellowship, & food.  We are still in the midst of our sermon series “Joseph’s Technicolor Coat.”

Our potluck theme is “Let’s Luau.”  Don’t miss it ~ we’ll be celebrating ALL of our August AND September birthdays...and a wedding anniversary!

FYI....We are collecting non perishable items for Dominica following the hurricane last week.  Folks there are in desperate need.  A friend of one of our BGSC family members has family in Dominica.....they will be sending a crate soon.  We will add our items to theirs!  Thank you!

Would anyone be interested in a Sabbath afternoon hike/supper this fall?  Would anyone like to organize?

 Upcoming Potluck Themes:
9/12    “Grandparents Day Dinner”
9/19    “Fall is in the Air”
9/26    “Soup & Salad”
10/3    “Keeneland Kick-off”
10/10    “Tailgate Time”
10/17    “Chili & Cornbread”
10/24    “Pumpkin Farm Feast”
10/31    “Tom Soup & Grilled Cheese”

Mexican Fiesta... and preview for next week's theme!

Happy August!  Summer is beginning to wind down and school will start soon...wheeeeeee!  We will celebrate all of our August birthday’s (which are many) the final Sabbath of August.

We are looking forward to seeing you and your family this weekend!  Our potluck theme this week is “Mexican Fiesta.”  Come make a “haystack” with us...

Our potluck theme NEXT week is “Back to School.”  Bring a plate of sandwiches, a basket of red apples, or carrot/celery sticks!  Chips, cookies, and juice will be provided.  Hope you can join us!

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
8/22    “Meet Me at the Fair”
8/29    “Mediterranean Mix”
9/05    “Labor Day BBQ”
9/12    “Soup for the Soul”
9/19    “Fall is in the Air”

Summer in Little Italy

It’s hard to believe we are in the last week of July!  Summer is beginning to wind down and school will start soon...wheeeeeee!

We are looking forward to seeing you and your family this weekend!  Our potluck theme is “Summer in Little Italy.”  We’ll enjoy lasagna, green salad, sides, garlic bread, dessert and drink.  Hope you can join us!

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
8/8       “Mexican Fiesta”
8/15     “Back to School”
8/22    “Meet Me at the Fair”
8/29    “Mediterranean Mix”
9/05    “Labor Day BBQ”

Asian & All

Our potluck theme this week is “Asian & All.”  We’ll enjoy rice, stir fry, egg rolls, Asian salads and dessert (hello fortune cookies)!  If you like, bring a favorite summer dish to share.  This will be the last week for LemonAID collections to benefit our local Salvation Army.  Funds will be turned in on July 30th!


Upcoming Potluck Themes:
8/1        “Little Italy a la Summer”
8/8       “Mexican Fiesta”
8/15     “Back to School”
8/22    “Meet Me at the Fair”
8/29    “Mediterranean Mix”
9/05    “Labor Day BBQ”

Cape Cod Luncheon

We’ve reached this month’s half way point! Where oh where is our summer going folks?  Aside from days of torrential rain, let’s enjoy the blue sky & sunshine while it lasts!!!

 Our potluck theme this week is “Cape Cod Luncheon.”  We’ll enjoy New England summer favorites like Cape Cod Salad, Boston baked beans, sandwiches, cheddar old-bay biscuits, blueberry pie & cranberry punch!  If you like, bring a favorite summer dish to share...

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
7/25    “Asian & All”
8/1        “Sizzlin’ Summer Faves”
8/8       “Mexican Fiesta”
8/15     “Back to School”
8/22    “Meet Me at the Fair”
8/29    “Mediterranean Mix”

Pizza Pool Party

It’s HOT & Summer’s on!  We hope you & your family are well ~ & we look forward to seeing you this weekend at BGSC.  Our potluck theme this week is “Pizza Pool Party" (featuring a variety of pizzas, salads, dessert & drink).  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty!

Next weekend is July 4th, & BGSC’s 4th Anniversary!  We will have a special patriotic service & a big celebration potluck.  Join us for hot dogs, chips, macaroni salad/potato salad/coleslaw, baked beans, & all the fixin’s.  Let us know if you would like to do a special poem, reading, story, or musical number for our patriotic service next week....

We have had an offer for BGSC to participate in a potential church building mission trip to Laos!  It would be in cooperation with ADRA Laos or the Laos Mission.  Anybody interested??

We are looking for more folks to lead out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list...

NOTE...we are knee-deep in graduations this Summer/Early Fall.  We are planning a graduation party to celebrate these accomplishments!  Let us know if you or someone you know is graduating,

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
7/4    “Patriotic Bash” (BGSC’s 4th Anniversary!)
7/11    “Mediterranean by the Sea”
7/18    “Cape Cod Luncheon”
7/25    “Asian & All”

Summer Picnic in the Park

Happy June!  We hope you & your family are well ~ we look forward to seeing you this weekend at BGSC!
 
 Our potluck theme this week is “Summer Picnic in the Park" (featuring “yogi” burgers, chips, baked beans, etc).  Bring a picnic “side” of your choice.   Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty (& then some).

We are still collecting wet wipes and diapers in sizes 4, 5, and 6 for Youth Arbor Services...

NEWSFLASH ~ We have had an offer for BGSC to participate in a potential church building mission trip to Laos!  It would be in cooperation with ADRA Laos or the Laos Mission.    Anybody interested??

We are looking for more folks to lead out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list...

NOTE...we are knee-deep in graduations this Summer/Early Fall .  We are planning a graduation party to celebrate these accomplishments!  Let us know if you or someone you know is graduating,

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
6/13    “Summer SALAD sizzle”
6/20    “Father’s Day Delights”
6/27    “Pool Party”
7/4    “Patriotic Bash” (BGSC’s 4th Anniversary!)

The Bars Have It

We hope you & your family are well & we look forward to seeing you this weekend at BGSC!  This is a 5th Sabbath, which we have used in the past as a community service/family day, but so many of our members wanted to go ahead and meet at our regular time/place this weekend that we will go ahead with our weekly schedule as usual.  There will be a memorial service at Twin Pines at 3:00, so we will finish clean up by that time...

 Our potluck theme this week is “The Bar’s Have It" (featuring a baked potato bar, a salad bar, & a cookie bar).  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty (&then some)!

We are still collecting wet wipes and diapers in sizes 4, 5, and 6 for Youth Arbor Services...

NEWSFLASH ~ We have had an offer for BGSC to participate in a potential church building mission trip to Laos!  It would be in cooperation with ADRA Laos or the Laos Mission.  Anybody interested??

We are looking for more folks to lead out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list and get a reliable prayer chain in motion!

NOTE...we are knee-deep in graduations this Summer/Early Fall.  We are planning a graduation party to celebrate these accomplishments!  Let us know if you or someone you know is graduating,

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
6/6    “Summer Picnic”
6/13    “Flag Day Dinner.”
6/20    “Father’s Day Delights.”
6/27    “Pool Party!”
7/4    “Patriotic Bash!” (BGSC’s 4th Anniversary!)

Mother's Day Luncheon

Happy Mother’s Day Weekend!  We hope you & your family are doing well & we look forward to seeing you this weekend at BGSC.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour & then potluck.  Our potluck theme this week is “Mother’s Day Luncheon” so bring a favorite dish of yours or your mother’s or grandmother’s to share!  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty (and then some)!

Thank you for your emergency offerings for Nepal last weekend ~ BGSC was able to make a sizeable donation because of your generosity.  Thanks!

May is Military Appreciation Month, so if you get a chance.....send a note of gratitude to someone in the military or simply keep them in your prayers.  We’ll be celebrating our military on Armed Forces Day with a special patriotic potluck next weekend.

We are still collecting flat sheets, soft dog treats, & durable dog toys for the Lexington Humane Society!  And....we are still collecting white towels, white twin sheets, pillows, & individually pre-packaged snacks for Youth Arbor Services here in town.  In addition, we are collecting carrots, apples, straw, brooms, rakes, & fly spray for the horses at the Kentucky Equine Humane Center.  They provide humane treatment and shelter while working to find adopted homes for all of Kentucky’s unwanted/abused/abandoned/homeless horses.  

NEWSFLASH ~ We have had an offer for BGSC to participate in a potential church building mission trip to Laos!  It would be in cooperation with ADRA Laos or the Laos Mission.   Anybody interested??

We are looking for more folks to lead out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list and get a reliable prayer chain in motion!

NOTE...we have several graduations coming up this Spring/Summer/Early Fall.  We are planning a graduation party to celebrate these accomplishments!  Let us know if you or someone you know is graduating,  Judy Dawahare has graciously offered to host the graduation party....so there will be more information forthcoming in the next few weeeks....

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
5/16    “Armed Forces Day Dinner”
5/23    “Memorial Day BBQ”
5/30    “Summer Sizzle” (Sandwiches & Salads)
6/6        “Pool Party”

Derby Day Delights

Happy Derby Weekend!  We hope you & your family are well & we look forward to seeing you this weekend at BGSC.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour & then potluck.  Our potluck theme this week is “Derby Day Delights!”  From “Mint Punch” to Derby pie, we’ve got it covered!  Bring a favorite Derby or Kentucky themed dish to share!  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty (and then some)!

NOTE...BGSC will be taking up a special offering during the worship hour for earthquake victims in Nepal!

We are still collecting flat sheets, soft dog treats, & durable dog toys for the Lexington Humane Society!  And....we are still collecting white towels, white twin sheets, pillows, & individually pre-packaged snacks for Youth Arbor Services here in town.  In addition, we are collecting carrots, apples, straw, brooms, rakes, & fly spray for the horses at the Kentucky Equine Humane Center.  They provide humane treatment and shelter while working to find adopted homes for all of Kentucky’s unwanted/abused/abandoned/homeless horses.

NEWSFLASH ~ We have had an offer for BGSC to participate in a potential church building mission trip to Laos!  It would be in cooperation with ADRA Laos or the Laos Mission.   Anybody interested??

We are looking for more folks to lead out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list and get a reliable prayer chain in motion!

NOTE...we have several graduations coming up this Spring/Summer/Early Fall.  We are planning a graduation party to celebrate these accomplishments!  Let us know if you or someone you know is graduating.

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
5/09    “Mother’s Day Luncheon”
5/16    “Armed Forces Day Dinner”
5/23    “Memorial Day BBQ”
5/30    “Summer Sizzle” (Sandwiches & Salads)!

Comfort Food - Pizza Party

We hope you & your family are well & we look forward to seeing you this weekend at BGSC.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour & then potluck.  Our theme this week is “Comfort Food ~ Pizza Party.”  As you know, this last Wednesday was TAX DAY!  Let’s celebrate (or commiserate) with some comfort food.  There will be lots of hot pizza’s to choose from, along with our signature GIANT green Italian salad, root beer floats, & dessert (is leftover Easter candy ok?).  Bring a favorite comfort food to share.  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty (and then some)!

We are collecting flat sheets, soft dog treats, & durable dog toys for the Lexington Humane Society!  And....we are still collecting white towels, white twin sheets, pillows, & individually pre-packaged snacks for Youth Arbor Services here in town.  In addition, we are collecting carrots, apples, straw, brooms, rakes, & fly spray for the horses at the Kentucky Equine Humane Center.  They provide humane treatment and shelter while working to find adopted homes for all of Kentucky’s unwanted/abused/abandoned/homeless horses.  

NEWSFLASH ~ We have had an offer for BGSC to participate in a potential church building mission trip to Laos!  It would be in cooperation with ADRA Laos or the Laos Mission.   Anybody interested??

We are looking for more folks to lead out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list and get a reliable prayer chain in motion!

NOTE...we have several graduations coming up this Spring/Summer/Early Fall.  We are planning a graduation party to celebrate these accomplishments!  Let us know if you or someone you know is graduating, & if you have any ideas or would like to help plan the event...

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
4/25    “Go Green” (Earth Day).
5/02    “Derby Day Delights.”
5/09    “Mother’s Day Luncheon.”
5/16    “Armed Forces Day Dinner.”
5/23    “Memorial Day BBQ.”
5/30    “Summer Sizzle” (Sandwiches & Salads)!

The Master's

We hope you & your family are well & we look forward to seeing you this weekend at BGSC!  We will continue with our study series by Pastor Dwight.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour & then potluck.  Our theme this week is “The Master’s.”  As you know, this week brings several days of amazing golf to Augusta, GA.  Let’s celebrate with Arnold Palmer’s, Boagie hoagie’s, pimiento cheese and olive nut sandwiches, chips, dips, and desserts !  Bring a favorite sandwich spread, dip, or appetizer dish to share.  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty.

We are still collecting white towels, white twin sheets, pillows, & individually pre-packaged snacks for Youth Arbor Services here in town.  In addition, we are collecting carrots, apples, straw, brooms, rakes, & fly spray for the horses at the Kentucky Equine Humane Center.  They provide humane treatment and shelter while working to find adopted homes for all of Kentucky’s unwanted/abused/abandoned/homeless horses.  

NEWSFLASH ~ We have had an offer for BGSC to participate in a potential church building mission trip to Laos!  It would be in cooperation with ADRA Laos or the Laos Mission.    Anybody interested??

We are looking for more folks to lead out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list and get a reliable prayer chain in motion!

NOTE...we have several graduations coming up this Spring/Summer.  We are planning a graduation party to celebrate these accomplishments!  Let us know if you or someone you know is graduating, & if you have any ideas or would like to help plan the event...

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
4/18    “Keeneland Kick-off.”
4/25    “Go Green (Earth Day).”
5/02    “Derby Day Delights.”
5/09    “Mother’s Day.”
5/16    “Armed Forces Day.”
5/23    “Memorial Day BBQ.”
5/30    “Summer Sizzle!”

Easter Bunny Brunch

Happy Easter!  We hope you & your family are well & we look forward to seeing you this glorious holiday weekend at BGSC!  This week, we continue with our study series by Pastor Dwight.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour, & then potluck.  Our theme this week is “Easter Bunny Brunch.”  Bring a favorite breakfast or brunch dish to share.  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty.  Bon Appetit!
 
We are still collecting white towels, white twin sheets, pillows, & individually pre-packaged snacks for Youth Arbor Services here in town.  In addition, we are collecting carrots, apples, straw, brooms, rakes, & fly spray for the horses at the Kentucky Equine Humane Center.  They provide humane treatment and shelter while working to find adopted homes for all of Kentucky’s unwanted/abused/abandoned/homeless horses.  

NEWSFLASH ~ This week we had an offer for BGSC to participate in a potential church building mission trip to Laos!  It would be in cooperation with ADRA Laos or the Laos Mission.   Anybody interested??

We are looking for more folks to lead out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list and get a reliable prayer chain in motion!

NOTE...we have several graduations coming up this Spring/Summer.  We are planning a graduation party to celebrate these accomplishments!  Let us know if you or someone you know is graduating, & if you have any ideas or would like to help plan the event...

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
4/11    “Mediterranean.”
4/18    “Keeneland.”
4/25    “Go Green (Earth Day).”
5/02    “Derby Day Delights.”
5/09    “Mother’s Day.”
5/16    “Armed Forces Day.”
5/23    “Memorial Day BBQ.”
5/30    “Summer Sizzle!”

March Madness

Happy Spring!  We hope you & your family are well & we look forward to seeing you this weekend at BGSC!  This week, we will continue with our new study series by Pastor Dwight.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour, & then potluck.  Our potluck theme this week is “March Madness.”  Bring a favorite appetizer or game-day dish to share.  Of course, we love to have you join us for lunch even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty.  Bon Appetit!
 

We are still collecting white towels, white twin sheets, pillows, & individually pre-packaged snacks for Youth Arbor Services here in town.  In addition, we are collecting carrots, apples, straw, brooms, rakes, & fly spray for the horses at the Kentucky Equine Humane Center.  They provide humane treatment and shelter while working to find adopted homes for all of Kentucky’s unwanted/abused/abandoned/homeless horses.  

NEWSFLASH ~ This week we had an offer for BGSC to participate in a potential church building mission trip to Laos!  It would be in cooperation with ADRA Laos or the Laos Mission.  A friend of BGSC has reached out with some ideas for a potential mission trip
.  Anybody interested??

If anyone is interested in leading out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!  Next weekend is Easter ~ we would love some special numbers!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list and get a reliable prayer chain in motion!

NOTE...we have several graduations coming up this Spring/Summer.  We are planning a graduation party to celebrate these accomplishments!  Let us know if you or someone you know is graduating, & if you have any ideas or would like to help plan the event...

Upcoming Potluck Themes:
4/04    “Easter Brunch.”
4/11     “Anything Goes.”
4/18    “Kentucky does Keeneland.”
4/25    “Go Green (Earth Day).”
5/02    “Derby Day Delights.”
5/09    “Mother’s Day.”
5/16    “Armed Forces Day Dinner.”
5/23    “Memorial Day BBQ.”
5/30    “Summer Sizzle is here!”

Spring Has Sprung

March 20 is the first day  of Spring!  Yipeeeeeeeee!  We hope you & your family are well & we look forward to seeing you this weekend at BGSC!

This week, we will continue with our new study series by Pastor Dwight.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour, & then potluck.  Thanks to everyone who helped us with the communion service last week....it was a blessing!  Those of you who couldn't join us were missed!

Our potluck theme this week is “Spring has Sprung.”  Bring a favorite Spring dish to share.  Of course, we love to have you join us for lunch even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty.  Bon Appetit!
 
We are still collecting white towels, white twin sheets, pillows, & individually pre-packaged snacks for Youth Arbor Services here in town.  In addition, we are collecting carrots, apples, straw, brooms, rakes, & fly spray for the horses at the Kentucky Equine Humane Center.  They provide humane treatment and shelter while working to find adopted homes for all of Kentucky’s unwanted/abused/abandoned/homeless horses.  

If anyone is interested in leading out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list and get a reliable prayer chain in motion!

NOTE...we have several graduations coming up this Spring/Summer.  We are planning a graduation party to celebrate these accomplishments!  Let us know if you or someone you know is graduating, & if you have any ideas or would like to help plan the event...

COMING UP:
3/28    Potluck theme is “March Madness.”
4/04    Potluck theme is “Easter Brunch.”
4/11    Potluck theme is “Anything Goes.”
4/18    Potluck theme is “Kentucky does Keeneland.”

St. Patrick's Day Potluck

Happy Spring!  The birds are singing and we can see the ground.....what a blessing.  We hope you and your family are well and we look forward to seeing you this weekend at BGSC!

This week we continue with our new study series by Pastor Dwight.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour, & then potluck.  And, we will be having communion this week!  It will be a special day because we have two young ladies who will be celebrating communion for the first time since their baptisms.

Our potluck theme is “St. Patrick’s Day.”  Shepherds pie is coming, along with an Irish salad, Irish Soda Bread, and Pistachio cake.  Bring a favorite Irish dish to share.  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty.  Bon Appetit!
 
We are still collecting white towels, white twin sheets, pillows, & individually pre-packaged snacks for Youth Arbor Services.

If anyone is interested in leading out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list...

COMING UP:
3/21    Potluck theme is “Spring has Sprung.”
3/28    Potluck theme is “Passover Picnic.”
4/04    Potluck theme is “Easter Brunch.”
4/11    Potluck theme is “Kentucky does Keeneland.”

Chili for a Chilly Day

WOW ~ historic winter wonderland continues.  Please stay warm & safe today!  BGSC is ON for tomorrow, unless the roads continue to worsen or there are frozen pipe problems at TPCC.  We will send out another email in the morning IF we cancel & will also post it on our FB page.

This week we will continue with our new study series!  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour, & then potluck.  Our theme has changed due to the weather.....it will now be “Chili for a Chilly Day.”  We’ll have lots of hot chili, & plenty of “haystack” toppings!  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty.  Bon Appetit!  There is a baby shower at TPCC tomorrow at 2:00....so our potluck will start right on schedule and we’ll make clean up quick!
 
We are still collecting white towels, white twin sheets, pillows, & individually pre-packaged snacks for Youth Arbor Services.

If anyone is interested in leading out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list...

COMING UP:
3/14    Potluck theme is “St. Patty’s Day Irish Lunch.”
3/21    Potluck theme is “Spring has Sprung.”
3/28    Potluck theme is “Passover Picnic.”
4/04    Potluck theme is “Easter Brunch.”

Patriotic President's Day Picnic-- Take 2!

Hello all!  Did you & yours survive the snow?!  We are looking forward to seeing everyone this weekend.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour, & then potluck!

Because we missed church do to weather last week, we're still going with the  theme is “Patriotic President’s Day” featuring baked burgers, potato salad, baked beans, chips, desserts & drink.  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty!

If anyone is interested in leading out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture....please let us know!

Please forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list!

COMING UP...
3/07    Potluck theme is “Downton Abbey Dishes.”
3/14    Potluck theme is “St. Patty’s Day.”
3/21    Potluck theme is “Spring has Sprung.”
3/28    Potluck theme is “Let’s go Cruising!”

Patriotic President’s Day Picnic

WOW ~ let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!  We will keep a sharp eye on the weather & send out an email on Fri night or Sat morning if BGSC is cancelled.  We will also post cancellation info on our Facebook page!  Please stay warm & safe in this historic winter weather...

This week we will begin a new study series!  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour, & then potluck.  Our theme is “Patriotic President’s Day Picnic” featuring homemade veggie burgers, chips, baked beans, potato salad, & apple pie.  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty!

This week, we sent off all of your donations of toothbrushes/toothpaste for Haiti!  They were received today & greatly appreciated.  A dental team will be flying to Haiti next weekend and will take the supplies we collected among others.  Thank you!

If anyone is interested in leading out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture, etc....please let us know!

Continue to forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list!

COMING UP...
2/28    Potluck theme is “Mardi Gras Grub.”
3/07    Potluck theme is “Downton Abbey Dishes.”
3/14    Potluck theme is “St. Patty’s Day Irish Lunch.”
3/21    Potluck theme is “Spring has Sprung.”
3/28    Potluck theme is “Passover Picnic.”

Lady & the Tramp

Happy Valentine’s Day!  This week we conclude our 6 part study series.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour, & then potluck!  The  theme is “Valentine’s Day...Lady & the Tramp” featuring baked spaghetti, lasagna, salad, bread & Valentine’s desserts.  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty!

NOTE ~ BGSC will be writing Valentine cards for shut ins & others who could use a note of love & cheer this week!  Look for Valentine cards & Valentine making supplies on a table in the fellowship area during potluck.  We’d love your help!  If you would like to donate cards or chocolates....that would be great.  And, if you have a friend or family member who could use one of our cards.....please bring their address with you!  On Valentine’s Day, we will deliver cards, chocolates & flowers to a local nursing home.

If anyone is interested in leading out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture....please let us know!

Please comment here or send us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list!

COMING UP...
2/21    Potluck theme is “President’s Day.”
2/28   Potluck theme is “Mardi Gras Munchies.”
3/07    Potluck theme is “Downton Abbey Dishes.”
3/14    Potluck theme is “St. Patty’s Day.”
3/21    Potluck theme is “Spring has Sprung.”

The Bar's Have It

Happy February!  This week we continue with part 5 of our 6 part study series.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour, & then potluck!  The  theme is “The Bar’s Have It” featuring a baked potato bar & salad bar.  Feel free to bring a potato or salad topping of your choice, or a dessert.  Potatoes, Special K casserole, salad & drink will be provided.  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty!

FYI...Twin Pines will be having an event at 5:30.....so if you notice folks rolling in around 2:30 to prepare, don’t be alarmed.  We will just work around them!

NOTE ~ For the first two weeks of February, BGSC will be writing Valentine cards for shut ins & others who could use a note of love & cheer!  Look for Valentine cards & Valentine making supplies on a table in the fellowship area during potluck.  We’d love your help!  If you would like to donate cards or chocolates....that would be great.  And, if you have a friend or family member who could use one of our cards.....please bring their address with you!  On Valentine’s Day, we will deliver cards, chocolates & flowers to a local nursing home.

If anyone is interested in leading out in the prayer time, singing/playing a special musical number, or reading a scripture....please let us know!

Please comment here or email us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list!

Soup-er Bowl!

Yay ~ we are saying a happy good-bye to January.  Winter....your days are numbered!  This week we continue with part 4 of our 6 part study series.  Our adult & youth groups will meet at their regular time, followed by the worship hour, & then potluck!  The  theme is of course, “Soup-er Bowl” in honor of the big game in Arizona this Sunday.  Bread bowls will be provided....so bring a favorite soup or salad to share.  There will also be drink, crackers & soup toppings provided.  Of course, we love to have you join us even if you don’t bring a single thing ~ we always have plenty!

FYI....This is our last week to collect items for “Youth Arbor Services” (a Lexington shelter for teens/families).  They are still in need of twin sheet sets, pillows, & towels (preferably white so they can be bleached).  Thank you!  What we have collected will be displayed on a table in the fellowship area so folks can see what BGSC will be donating.

NOTE ~ For the first two weeks of February, BGSC will be writing Valentine cards for shut ins & others who could use a note of love & cheer!  Look for Valentine cards & Valentine making supplies on a table in the fellowship area during potluck.  We’d love your help!  If you would like to donate cards or chocolates....that would be great.  And, if you have a friend or family member who could use one of our cards.....please bring their address with you!  On Valentine’s Day, we will deliver cards, chocolates & flowers to a local nursing home.

Don’t forget to invite your friends & family to “like” BGSC’s Facebook page!  You can find us under Bluegrass Simple Church.  Click “share” under any of our posts or links, & voila...it will appear on your own personal FB home page.  You can also write a “review” of BGSC & post it on our page ~ giving it 1 to 5 stars.  There is also an option under the main heading called “invite friends to like this page.”  Click that, & a list of your FB friends will pop up & you can invite them personally.  Thank you!  We approaching 100 likes & appreciate SO much the support and prayers from all of our FB friends and family.

Is anyone interested in making dinner at the Ronald McDonald House again this year?  Does anyone have another community project they think BGSC could participate in?  Looking for new outreach ideas!

Please forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list!

COMING UP...
 02/7      Potluck theme is “The Bar’s Have It” (baked potato bar & salad bar with a Special K loaf thrown in for good measure).
02/14    Potluck theme is “Valentine’s Day Dinner.”
02/21    Potluck theme is “President’s Day Patriotic Picnic.”
02/28   Potluck theme is “Mardi Gras Munchies.”

BGSC's WEEKLY WORSHIP SCHEDULE:

10:00 - 10:20 Fellowship
10:20 - 11:10 Bible study
11:15 - 11:30 Fellowship/praise
11:30 - 12:15 Worship
12:45 - 2:00 Potluck

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Chinese New Year

We will continue with part 3 of our 6 part series this Sabbath.  And...our potluck theme is “Chinese New Year!”  Bring your favorite Asian dish to share.  There will be eggrolls, stir fry, fried rice, salad, and birthday cake to celebrate the birthday of one of our youth!

FYI....Youth Arbor Services (a local Lexington shelter for teens/families) is still in need of twin sheet sets, pillows, & towels (preferably white so they can be bleached).

Don’t forget to invite your friends & family to “like” BGSC’s Facebook page!  You can find us under Bluegrass Simple Church.  Click “share” under any of our posts or links, & voila...it will appear on your own personal FB home page.  You can also write a “review” of BGSC & post it on our page ~ giving it 1 to 5 stars.  There is also an option under the main heading called “invite friends to like this page.”  Click that, & a list of your FB friends will pop up & you can invite them personally.  Thank you!

Is anyone interested in making dinner at the Ronald McDonald House again this year?  Does anyone have another community project they think BGSC could participate in?  Looking for new outreach ideas!

Please forward us your prayer requests as we are trying to compile an updated list!

Prayer Requests

Do you have a request you would like our BGSC family to lift up in prayer?  Please leave a comment here and we will add it to our list.

Little Italy

Here we are ~ nearly halfway through the month of January & Valentine’s Day is just 4 weeks away.  Wow!  Before we know it BGSC will be celebrating it’s 4th anniversary!

We will continue with part two of our new six-part series this week.  Our potluck theme is, “Little Italy” & we’ll be celebrating a birthday.  Pasta & several sauces will be provided, along with a huge “Olive Garden” themed salad, garlic bread, drink & birthday dessert.  Feel free to bring a side dish of your choice or nothing at all.....as you know, we ALWAYS have mountains of food to share!

 

FYI....Youth Arbor Services (a local Lexington shelter for teens/families) is still in need of twin sheet sets, pillows, & towels (preferably white so they can be bleached).

Last week the pastor of Twin Pines CC celebrated her 10 year anniversary with their congregation.  On behalf of BGSC, we presented her with a card & a gift edition of The Desire of Ages.  Just wanted to let you all know!  She has been really wonderful to work with & we are blessed to be able to meet together each Sabbath in such a delightful space.

THANK YOU!  We delivered a load of blankets to the Salvation Army this week & they were thrilled.  These bitter temps have depleted their supplies & so they were very grateful for our donations.

Don’t forget to invite your friends & family to “like” BGSC’s Facebook page!  You can find us under Bluegrass Simple Church.  Click “share” under any of our posts or links, & voila...it will appear on your own personal FB home page.  You can also write a “review” of BGSC & post it on our page ~ giving it 1 to 5 stars.  There is also an option under the main heading called “invite friends to like this page.”  Click that, & a list of your FB friends will pop up & you can invite them personally.  Thank you!

Is anyone interested in making dinner at the Ronald McDonald House again this year?  Does anyone have another community project they think BGSC could participate in?  Looking for new outreach ideas!

10 Days of Prayer started this Wednesday, January 7 & ends Friday 1/16.  Check out the details at www.TenDaysofPrayer.org


COMING UP...
01/24     Potluck theme is “The Bar’s Have it”(baked potato bar & salad bar)
01/31      Potluck theme is “Soup-er Bowl Bash!”
02/7      Potluck theme is “President’s Day Patriotic Picnic.”
02/14    Potluck theme is of course, “Valentine’s Day Dinner.”
02/21    Potluck theme is “Chinese New Year!”
02/28   Potluck theme is “Mardi Gras Munchies.”

Mexican Fiesta

TGIF!  We hope everyone is staying cozy and warm in this arctic weather!  Our potluck theme this week is, "Mexican Fiesta."  That will include fajitas, rice, beans, green salad, & sides (guacamole, sour cream, salsa, etc).  We will celebrate a birthday as well, so there will be cake & ice-cream!

FYI....a local Lexington shelter is still in desperate need of blankets!!!  We delivered a load this week, but they are trying to collect 150.  If you have new or gently used blankets you could contribute, we'll be doing another drop-off sometime this next week on behalf of BGSC.  Thnx!

Invite your friends and family to “like” BGSC’s Facebook page!  You can find us under Bluegrass Simple Church.  Then just click “share” under any of our links, and voila...it appears on your homepage.  There is also an area called “invite friends to like this page” and you can invite specific people that way.  Thank you!

Is anyone interested in making dinner at the Ronald McDonald House again?  Does anyone have another community project they think BGSC could participate in?  Looking for new ideas!!

10 Days of Prayer started this past Wednesday, January 7.  Check out the details at www.TenDaysofPrayer.org

COMING UP:
Jan 17 - Potluck theme is "Little Italy!"
Jan 24 - Potluck theme is "The Bar’s Have it”(baked potato bar & salad bar)
February 7 ~ Potluck theme is “President’s Day Patriotic Picnic.”
February 14 ~ Potluck theme is of course, “Valentine’s Day Dinner.”
February 21 ~ Potluck theme is “Chinese New Year!”
February 28 ~ Potluck theme is “Mardi Gras Munchies.”

New Year, New You

Happy New Year 2015!  As we make goals for this coming year, let this be our prayer..."Jesus, let your thoughts become my thoughts & bend my will to your will."  It's such a comfort to know that Jesus knows everything about you...nothing is hidden from His eye...& not only does He like to be with you, He's wild about you!"  Let's pray to be emboldened as a group in sharing Jesus with Lexington this year!

Our potluck theme this week is, "New Year, New You."  Rumor has it that any lucky/healthy dish will do.....here's what's already coming....cornbread, collards, blackeye peas, stewed okra/tomatoes, salad, and bubbly!!!

FYI....a local Lexington shelter is in desperate need of blankets!!!  They are trying to collect 150.  If you have new or gently used blankets you could contribute, we'll be doing a drop-off sometime this next week on behalf of BGSC.  Thanks!