Little Italy

TGIF!   As always, we are looking forward to seeing you and your family at BGSC tomorrow.  Our potluck theme this week is "Little Italy."   If desired, bring a favorite “Italian” dish to share...


As usual...the adult Bible study will take place in the fellowship area by the fireplace while the youth meet in the adjacent side rooms.  Come enjoy a bite of breakfast or a hot drink before diving into the lesson study together.  And kiddos....come ready to do a special craft, write/color in your sketchbooks, & practice our new theme song on the ukuleles!
Don’t forget to bring your prayer requests this week ~ we have index cards available so you can make notes & share them during the worship service.  See Grace Anderson if you would like your requests added to the prayer chain...

OUTREACH NOTE ~ Our outreach project for May is a “baby shower” to benefit orphaned wildlife cared for by the KY Wildlife Center.  Ideas for donations include.....gently used/new baby washcloths, baby blankets, toys, stuffed animals, towels, kitchen size and 55 gallon trash bags, paper towels, Tide pods, Dawn dish soap, canned cat food, dry breakfast cereals, cookies (like mini vanilla wafers and fig newton's), pampers sensitive diaper wipes, etc.  Thank you for always coming through for those in need....both human and animal!

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
05/21     "Mediterranean Summer"
05/28     "Memorial Day BBQ"
06/04    “Summer Sizzle”
06/11        “Asian All the Way”
06/18        “Father’s Day Dinner”
06/25    “Beach Picnic”
07/02    “Fourth of July Celebration” (BGSC’s 5th Anniversary!)

Cinco de Mayo

April showers bring May flowers!   As always, we are looking forward to seeing you and your family at BGSC this weekend.  Our potluck theme is "Cinco de Mayo."   If desired, bring a favorite “Haystack” topping to share.  Look for the potluck team text going out tonight...


As usual...the adult Bible study will take place in the fellowship area by the fireplace while the youth meet in the adjacent side rooms.  Come enjoy a bite of breakfast or a hot drink before diving into the lesson study together.  And kiddos....come ready to do a special craft, write/color in your sketchbooks, & practice our new theme song on the ukuleles!
Don’t forget to bring your prayer requests this week ~ we have index cards available so you can make notes & share them during the worship service.  See Grace Anderson if you would like your requests added to the prayer chain...

OUTREACH NOTE ~ Our outreach project for May is a “baby shower” to benefit orphaned wildlife cared for by the KY Wildlife Center.  Ideas for donations include.....gently used/new baby washcloths, baby blankets, toys, stuffed animals, towels, kitchen size and 55 gallon trash bags, paper towels, Tide pods, Dawn dish soap, canned cat food, dry breakfast cereals, cookies (like mini vanilla wafers and fig newton's), pampers sensitive diaper wipes, etc.  Thank you for always coming through for those in need....both human and animal!

Have a blessed evening!

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
05/07    “Mother’s Day, Derby style”
05/14     "Little Italy"
05/21     "Mediterranean Summer"
05/28     "Memorial Day BBQ"
06/04    “Summer Sizzle”
06/11        “Beach Picnic”
06/18        “Father’s Day Dinner”

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”

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!)

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”

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!”