Bible Study & Brunch

Hey folks!  Are we really kissing July goodbye???!!!  NOTE....because most of our members are traveling, vacationing, camping etc this weekend.....we will ONLY have an extended Bible study time & brunch (thx Bonnie) tomorrow!  NO worship service or potluck!  And.....next week bgsc will close its doors for the day & go "on the road" to Louisville for our Sabbath services.  We will join the ASI Convention & David Asscherick for Sabbath School & Church services as well as an afternoon musical concert & vespers Sat evening.  More details coming on next weekend.....stay tuned!!!!

Don’t forget…..we are still collecting basic school supplies for grade school children through August 10.  Thank you!

This month we started a new quarterly ~ “The Least of These.”  Join us this week as we continue studying how to minister to those around us who are in need…

If you have an announcement….please see Greg.  He is keeping a running list.....

Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?  We love your input and participation.

Let us know if you have a name/address of someone who would appreciate a card in the mail....

Summer Blessings Y’all!

Our supply closet is in need of:

A variety of keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)

trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam

blank cards and stamps for our card ministry

juice boxes

zip lock bags ... all sizes

punch cups

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:

08/03.     No potluck! BGSC goes "On the road!"

08/10.      "Southern Veggie Plates"

08/17.      "Back-to-School"

08/24.      "Take me to the Fair!"

08/31.      "New England Picnic on the Beach"

Wimbledon WHAM-iches

Hey folks!  We are looking forward to seeing everyone this week!  We had a great 8th anniversary potluck and fellowship time last Sabbath…..if you were away, you were missed!  Don’t forget….we are still collecting basic school supplies for grade school children through August 3.  Look for the basket labeled “school supply donations” in the fellowship hall.  Thank you!



Last week we started our new quarterly ~ “The Least of These.”  Join us this week as we continue studying how to minister to those in need…



If you have an announcement….please see Greg.  He is keeping a running list…



Our potluck theme this week is, "Wimbledon WHAM-iches!"  Since Wimbledon is in full swing we thought we’d play along.  We will enjoy sandwiches, tator tots, salads and any “tennis” themed fixin’s you can think to bring….



Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?  We love your input and participation.



And....let us know if you have a name/address of someone who would appreciate a card in the mail....



Blessings Y’all!

Our supply closet is in need of:

A variety of keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)

trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam

blank cards and stamps for our card ministry

juice boxes

zip lock bags ... all sizes

punch cups

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:

07/20.    "Bastille Day Dinner"

07/27.    "Mexican Fiesta"

08/03.     "Summer Pizza Party”

08/10.      "Southern Veggie Plates"

08/17.      "Back-to-School"

08/24.      "Take me to the Fair!"

08/31.      "New England Picnic on the Beach"

Belated Easter Dinner

Happy last weekend of April folks!  This weekend BGSC will host our (slightly delayed) annual Easter worship service/potluck along with a baby shower (following the fellowship meal) for Danielle Freund & Baby Peyton Michael.  We will also celebrate a very special person’s “big” birthday (i.e.....our punch whisperer) and all of the other April birthdays and anniversaries.  We look forward to seeing everyone!  NEXT WEEK.......is Derby!  We hope you can join us for a very special Kentucky Derby themed potluck!

This week the Bible study class held in the fellowship area will cover Lesson 5, “Wise Words for Families.”  Also, Miss Stephanie has a very cool craft for our youth class....you won’t want to miss it!  And.....we are practicing a new song on our ukuleles in cradle roll class......we hope you can join us!

NOTE....we are still collecting gently used or new hoodies and sweatpants in sizes L-XXL for the Youth Arbor Services Center here in Lex!  We are also collecting new or gently used Bibles for local prison ministries...thanks!

Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?  We love your input and participation.  Let us know if you have a name/address of someone who would appreciate a card in the mail....

Blessings Y’all!

Our supply closet is in need of:
A variety of keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our card ministry
juice boxes
zip lock bags ... all sizes
dessert size paper plates
paper plates with “three sections”

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES
05/04    “Derby Day Dinner”
05/11    “Mother’s Day Brunch”
05/18    “Prelude to summer BLT’s &Banana Splits”
05/25    “Memorial Day BBQ”
06/01    “Summer Salad & Sammie Kick-off”
06/08    “Greek Isle Get-together”
06/15    “Father’s Day Dinner”
06/22    “Hawaiian Haystacks”
06/29    “Patriotic Picnic” (celebrating July 4th & BGSC’s 8th Anniversary)

Extended Bible Study This Week!

Happy Easter everyone!  This week the adult class will cover Lesson 4, “When Alone.”  There is NO WORSHIP service OR regular potluck this week.  Instead, we will have an extended Bible study time, along with brunch and of course fellowship!  If possible, bring an Easter or brunch themed dish to add to Bonnie’s delicious spread.  For those of you going out of town this Easter weekend....be safe and enjoy your time with family and friends!  NEXT WEEK, April 27, we will host our annual Easter worship service/potluck along with a baby shower (following the fellowship meal) for Danielle Freund & Baby Peyton Michael.  We will also celebrate a very special person’s birthday (i.e.....the punch whisperer) and all of the other April birthdays and anniversaries.  Have a blessed holiday weekend with those you love and may the story of Easter inspire all of us to draw closer to Jesus....the One who died and rose again for YOU!

NOTE....we are still collecting gently used or new hoodies and sweatpants in sizes L-XXL for the Youth Arbor Services Center here in Lex!  We love helping our community...

  Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?  We love your input and participation.  Let us know if you have a name/address of someone who would appreciate a card in the mail....

Our supply closet is in need of:
A variety of keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our card ministry
juice boxes
zip lock bags ... all sizes
dessert size paper plates
paper plates with “three sections”

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES
04/27    “Easter/Earth Day Luncheon” (baby shower) (celebrate bdays/annivs)
05/04    “Run for the Roses”
05/11    “Mother’s Day Brunch”
05/18    “Prelude to summer BLT’s &Banana Splits”
05/25    “Memorial Day BBQ”
06/01    “Summer Salad & Sammie Kick-off”
06/08    “Greek Isle Get-together”
06/15    “Father’s Day Dinner”
06/22    “Hawaiian Haystacks”
06/29    “Patriotic Picnic” (celebrating July 4th & BGSC’s 8th Anniversary)

Pizza Parlor

Happy April everyone!  Our potluck theme this Sabbath is, “Pizza Parlor!”  If possible, bring a salad, pizza topping, dessert or Italian decorations for our buffet table.  Next week...April 13...BGSC goes “on the road” for the third time in nearly eight years.  More info about that this weekend.....stay tuned!

NOTE....we are still collecting gently used or new hoodies and sweatpants in sizes L-XXL for the Youth Arbor Services Center here in Lex!  We love helping our community...

  Our adult Bible study class will meet as usual in the fellowship hall by the fire and will be discussing Lesson 1 in the new quarterly, “The Rhythms of Life.”  In our “little’s class,” we will be continuing our new story theme, “He’s Alive “ beginning our countdown to Easter weekend, April 19-21.

  Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?  We love your input and participation.  Let us know if you have a name/address of someone who would appreciate a card in the mail....

Our supply closet is in need of:
A variety of keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our card ministry
juice boxes
zip lock bags ... all sizes
dessert size paper plates
paper plates with “three sections”

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES
04/13    BGSC goes on the road...details at church this wknd!
04/20    BRUNCH only ~ EASTER WEEKEND!
04/27    “Easter/Earth Day Luncheon” (baby shower)
05/04    “Run for the Roses”
05/11    “Mother’s Day Brunch”
05/18    “Prelude to summer BLT’s &Banana Splits”
05/25    “Memorial Day BBQ”

March Madness

Happy Thursday folks!  How can it be the last weekend of March?!  Our potluck theme this Sabbath is of course, “March Madness!”  If possible, bring a salad, appetizer, tray of sandwiches, dessert or UK BLUE decorations for our buffet table.  Next week......it’s “HAYstacks” for lunch to kick off Keeneland’s opening weekend here in the Bluegrass!

NOTE....we are still collecting gently used or new hoodies and sweatpants in sizes L-XXL for the Youth Arbor Services Center here in Lex!  We love helping our community...

  Our adult Bible study class will meet as usual in the fellowship hall by the fire and will be discussing Lesson 13, “I Make All Things New.”  In our “little’s class,” we will be continuing our new story theme, “He’s Alive “ beginning our countdown to Easter weekend, April 19-21.  Our older youth class will be studying a new devotional we started last week and doing a fun craft thanks to Ms. Stephanie!

  Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?  We love your input and participation.  Let us know if you have a name/address of someone who would appreciate a card in the mail....

Our supply closet is in need of:
A variety of keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our card ministry
juice boxes
zip lock bags ... all sizes
paper plates with “three sections”

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES
04/06    “HAYstacks for the Horsies” (Keeneland kicks off this weekend)
04/13    BGSC goes on the road...details at church this wknd!
04/20    NO POTLUCK ~ EASTER WEEKEND!
04/27    “Easter/Earth Day Luncheon” (baby shower)
05/04    “Run for the Roses”
05/11    “Mother’s Day Brunch”
05/18    “Prelude to summer BLT’s &Banana Splits”
05/25    “Memorial Day BBQ”

St. Patrick's Day Dinner

Happy mid-March....Spring is coming next week!  Our potluck theme this weekend is, “St. Patrick’s Day Dinner.”  If possible, bring an Irish casserole, entrée, side dish, salad, or dessert to share.  And any “green” or Irish decorations for our buffet table....
 
We will be starting a new story theme called “He’s Alive” in our “little peoples class.”  It will begin our countdown to Easter weekend April 19-21.  Hope to see you and your kiddos there!  And our older youth class will be doing a really fun St. Patrick’s Day craft thanks to Ms. Stephanie!

  Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?  We love your input and participation.  Let us know if you have a name/address of someone who would appreciate a card in the mail....

Our supply closet is in need of:
A variety of keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our card ministry
juice boxes
zip lock bags ... all sizes
paper plates with “three sections”

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES
03/23    “Spring is Sprung”
03/30    “March Madness”
04/06    “Earth Day”
04/13    “Keeneland”
04/20    “Easter Brunch”
04/27    “Cinco de Mayo”
05/04    “Derby”
05/11    “Mother’s Day”
05/18    “BLT’s”
05/25    “Memorial Day BBQ”

Mardi Gras

Happy March!  Our potluck theme this weekend is, “Mardi Gras.”  If possible, bring a Cajun casserole, entrée, side dish, salad, or dessert to share.  And decorations for our buffet table!

NOTE.....the time changes this weekend!  Agh!  But that means Spring is on the way!

We have some BGSC news.....Rick & Janet welcomed a new grandbaby girl this week!  Congratulations!  Also, please keep Geneva’s son Butch in your prayers as he begins chemo.  We want to remember the Gardner and Beane families who lost loved ones this week....

We will be starting a new story theme called “He is Alive” in our “little peoples class.”  It will begin our countdown to Easter weekend April 19-21.  Hope to see you and your kiddos there!  Our older youth class will be doing a really fun craft involving “tying blankets.”  Yay!

  Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?  We love your input and participation.

Let us know if you have a name/address of someone who would appreciate a card in the mail.....Stephanie is doing a great job with our card ministry!

Our supply closet is in need of:
A variety of keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our “card ministry”
juice boxes
paper plates with “three sections”

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES
03/16      “St. Patrick’s Day Dinner”
03/23    “Spring is Sprung”
03/30    “March Madness”
04/06    “Earth Day”
04/13    “Keeneland”
04/20    “Easter Brunch”
04/27    “Cinco de Mayo”
05/04    “Derby”
05/11    “Mother’s Day”
05/18    “BLT’s”
05/25    “Memorial Day BBQ”

Southern Veggies

Happy March!  Our potluck theme this weekend is, “Southern Veggies” in honor of well, Southern veggies.  Bring a casserole, entrée, side dish, salad, or dessert to share...

This week we start a new story theme called “He is Alive” in our “little peoples class.”  It will begin our countdown to Easter weekend April 19-21.  Hope to see you and your kiddos there!  Our older youth class will be doing a really fun craft involving “tying blankets.”  Yay!

Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?  We love your input and participation.

Let us know if you have a name/address of someone who would appreciate a card in the mail.....Stephanie is doing a great job with our card ministry!

Our supply closet is in need of:
A variety of keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our “card ministry”
juice boxes
paper plates with “three sections”

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
03/09    “Mardi Gras”
03/16      “St. Patrick’s Day Dinner”
03/23    “Spring is Sprung”
03/30    “March Madness”
04/06    “Earth Day”
04/13    “Keeneland”
04/20    “Easter Brunch”
04/27    “Cinco de Mayo”
05/04    “Derby”
05/11    “Mother’s Day”
05/18    “BLT’s”
05/25    “Memorial Day BBQ”

All American

February is coming to a close.....this is our last Sabbath of the month already!  Potluck theme this weekend is “All American” in honor of President’s Day.  Bring a festive appetizer, salad, or dessert to share.  We will enjoy veggie burgers, salads, baked beans, chips and desserts.  We will also celebrate all of our February birthdays and anniversaries.  If you have any patriotic decorations, feel free to bring them for our buffet and dinner tables...

We are still collecting gently used and/or new hoodies and sweat pants in sizes L ~ XXL for the Youth Arbor Center here in Lex.  Bring donations to church through the end of Feb!

If you know someone who would appreciate a card....please give Stephanie their name and address and we will add them to the list.  We are collecting blank cards, stickers and stamps as well.

  Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?  We love your input and participation...

Our supply closet is in need of:
A variety of keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our “card ministry”
juice boxes
paper plates with “three sections”

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
03/02    “Southern Veggie Plates”
03/09    “Mardi Gras”
03/16      “St. Patrick’s Day Dinner”
03/23    “Spring is Sprung”
03/30    “March Madness”

Chinese New Year

Happy February!  Our potluck theme this weekend is “Chinese New Year.”  Bring an Asian soup, side dish or dessert to share.  If you have any Chinese New Year decorations, feel free to bring them for our buffet and dinner tables...

If you know someone who would appreciate a card....please give Stephanie their name and address and we will add them to the list.  We are collecting blank cards, stickers and stamps.

Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?  We love your input and participation...

Our supply closet is in need of:
keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our “card ministry”
juice boxes
paper plates with “three sections

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
02/16    “Valentine’s Day Dinner”
02/23    “President’s Day Dinner”
03/02    “Veggie Plates”
03/09    “Pasta Bar”
03/16      “St. Patrick’s Day Dinner”
03/23    “Spring is Sprung”
03/30    “Earth Day”

Soul Food

We look forward to seeing you and your family this last Sabbath of January!  We are back on track after this crazy winter weather and a busy holiday weekend!  Our potluck theme will be “Soul Food” in honor of Black History Month and MLK Day this past week.  And....we will celebrate all of our January birthdays & anniversaries!  Happy Birthday to Bonnie Reed, Emma Kathryn Greeman, Kieth Boyson, Ellie Gray Calvert, Georgia Gail Dawahare, and Rick Kurzynske!  Did we miss anyone???
 
If you know someone who would appreciate a card....please give Stephanie their name and address and we will add them to the list.  We are collecting blank cards, stickers and stamps.  BGSC is still collecting new rolls of soft baby yarn (in any color) for hats being knitted & given to newborn babies in the UK NICU here in town.  Thank you!

Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?

Our supply closet is in need of:
keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our “card ministry”
juice boxes
paper plates with “three sections”


UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
02/02    “Soup-er Bowl” (soups in bread bowls)
02/09    “Chinese New Year”
02/16    “Valentine’s Day Dinner”
02/23    “President’s Day Dinner”
03/02    “Victoria/English High Tea”
03/09    “Pasta Bar”
03/16      “St. Patrick’s Day Dinner”
03/23    “Spring is Sprung”
03/30    “Earth Day”

Brunch and Bible Study

We look forward to seeing you and your family this Sabbath!  Note....our regular worship service AND potluck are cancelled this week because so many folks are ill or out of town per the Martin Luther King Holiday weekend.  BUT, we will still enjoy our light brunch/fellowship and an extended Bible study time together starting at 10 am.  If possible, please bring a breakfast dish or brunch treat to share.  Next weekend will be our MLK service & “Soul Food” potluck.  And....we will celebrate all of our January birthdays and anniversaries!
 
If you know someone who would appreciate a card....please give Stephanie their name and address and we will add them to the list.  We are collecting blank cards, stickers and stamps.  BGSC is still collecting new rolls of soft baby yarn (in any color) for hats being knitted & given to newborn babies in the UK NICU here in town.  Thank you!

  Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?

Our supply closet is in need of:
keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our “card ministry”
juice boxes
paper plates with “three sections”


UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
01/26    “Black History Month Soul Food”
02/02    “Soup-er Bowl”
02/09    “Chinese New Year”
02/16    “Valentine’s Day Dinner”
02/23    “President’s Day Dinner”
03/02    “Victoria”
03/09    “Pasta Bar”
03/16        “St. Patrick’s Day Dinner”
03/23    “Spring is Sprung”
03/30    “Earth Day”

No Potluck this week! Join us for brunch instead!

We look forward to seeing you and your family this Sabbath!  Note....potluck is cancelled this week because of a funeral at the church.  But.....we will still enjoy our light brunch/fellowship time.  Bonnie will not be there to set up her breakfast spread this weekend so if you would like to bring a breakfast or brunch dish to share that would be great.  We hope to be finished with the worship service by 12:45 so the incoming group can take over the facility at 1:00.  Thanks all!

If you know someone who would appreciate a card....please give Stephanie their name and address and we will add them to the list.  We are collecting blank cards, stickers and stamps.  BGSC is still collecting new rolls of soft baby yarn (in any color) for hats being knitted & given to newborn babies in the UK NICU here in town.  Thank you!

  Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?

Our supply closet is in need of:
keurig refill cups (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our “card ministry”
juice boxes
paper plates with “three sections”


UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
01/19    “Black History Month Luncheon”
01/26    “Haystacks”
02/02    “Soup-er Bowl”
02/09    “Chinese New Year”
02/16    “Valentine’s Day Dinner”
02/23    “President’s Day Dinner”

Agape

Happy New Year 2019!  We hope this holiday season brought you and yours much joy, love, prosperity, happiness, and memories to last a lifetime.  Here at BGSC we are so very thankful for each and every one of you!  Thank you for your support, prayers, love, and friendship this past year.  We are looking forward to watching where God leads BGSC in 2019 as we turn 8!  If your contact information has changed....please let us know as we will update our records in the next few weeks.

  We will share a communion service this weekend.  Our “Agape” potluck will include sweet breads, fruits, nuts, small sandwiches, and sweets....etc.  We hope you can join us for this special service as we begin a new year together...

If you know someone who would appreciate a card....please give Stephanie their name and address and we will add them to the list.  We are collecting blank cards, stickers and stamps.  BGSC is still collecting new rolls of soft baby yarn (in any color) for hats being knitted & given to newborn babies in the UK NICU here in town.  Thank you!

  Any birthdays or anniversaries we’ve missed?  Let us know!  Any special prayer requests or praises?  Keep those coming!  Interested in planning a potluck?  Providing special music?  Sharing a story or scripture during the worship hour?

Our supply closet is in need of:
keurig refills (tea, hot cocoa, etc)
trail mix/dried fruit/granola bars/jam
blank cards and stamps for our “card ministry”
juice boxes
paper plates with “three sections”


UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
01/12    “Brunch”
01/19    “Black History Month Luncheon”
01/26    “New Year Celebration”
02/02    “Soup-er Bowl”
02/09    “Chinese New Year”
02/16    “Valentine’s Day Dinner”
02/23    “President’s Day Dinner”