Derby Brunch

Happy Derby week in the Bluegrass!   As always, we are looking forward to seeing you and your family at BGSC this weekend.  Our potluck theme is "Derby Brunch."   If desired, bring a favorite “Derby” or breakfast dish to share.  We will celebrate our May birthdays/anniversaries along with our Mom’s (Mothers Day is this Sunday).


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:
05/14     "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”

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”

Off to Keeneland

Spring has sprung!  The weather forecast is looking gorgeous for this weekend!  We are looking forward to seeing you and your family at BGSC!  Our potluck theme is "Off to Keeneland!"  If desired, bring a favorite Spring or Kentucky themed dish to share.
As usual...the adult Bible study will take place in the fellowship area by the fireplace and the youth will meet in the adjacent side rooms.
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...

NOTE ~ BGSC is still collecting “underwear for the underprivileged.”  In many orphanages overseas, there are simply not enough undergarments for the children housed in these facilities.  A friend in Jacksonville, FL who is adopting two teen boys from Ukraine is collecting packages of brand new underwear for youth (sizes 8 to 16).  Bring your items anytime in the next few weeks and they’ll be added to a box that will be shipped at the end of April.  Thank you for always coming through for those in need!

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
04/23    “Earth Day”
04/30    “May Day”
05/07    “Mother’s Day, Derby style”
05/14     "Little Italy"
05/21     "Mediterranean Summer"
05/28     "Memorial Day BBQ"
06/04    “Summer Salad Sizzle”

The Masters

Hey there April ~ we’re glad you’re finally here!  We are looking forward to seeing you and your family at BGSC this weekend!  Our potluck theme is "The Masters" in honor of the famous golf final being held this weekend in Augusta, GA.  If desired, bring a favorite Spring dish to share.  There will be several golf themed items such as the famous egg salad and pimiento cheese served to onlookers in Augusta....along with peach iced tea and other sides.  Feel free to get “golf creative.”  We will also celebrate any April birthdays or anniversaries!

As usual...the adult Bible study will take place in the fellowship area by the fireplace and the youth will meet in the adjacent side rooms.

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...

NOTE ~ BGSC is still collecting “underwear for the underprivileged.”  In many orphanages overseas, there are simply not enough undergarments for the children housed in these facilities.  A friend in Jacksonville, FL who is adopting two teen boys from Ukraine is collecting packages of brand new underwear for youth (sizes 8 to 16).  Bring your items anytime in the next few weeks and they’ll be added to a box that will be shipped at the end of April.  Thank you for always coming through for those in need!


UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
04/16    “Keeneland Kick-off”
04/23    “Earth Day Delights”
04/30    “May Day”
05/07    “Mother’s Day, Derby style”
05/14     "Little Italy"
05/21     "Mediterranean Summer"
05/28     "Memorial Day BBQ"

Spring into April

Happy April!  We are looking forward to seeing you and your family this weekend!  Our potluck theme is "Spring into April with soups, salads & sandwiches!"  Bring a favorite soup, salad, or tray of sandwiches to share...

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...

NOTE ~ BGSC is collecting “underwear for the underprivileged.”  In many orphanages overseas, there are simply not enough undergarments for the children housed in these facilities.  A friend in Jacksonville, FL who is adopting two teen boys from Ukraine is collecting packages of brand new underwear for youth (sizes 8 to 16).  Bring your items anytime in the next few weeks and they’ll be added to a box that will be shipped in April.  Thank you for always coming through for those in need!


UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
04/09    “TAXES are due...let’s eat comfort food!”
04/16    “Keeneland Kick-off”
04/23    “Earth Day Delights”
04/30    “May Day”
05/07    “Mother’s Day, Derby style”
05/14     "Little Italy"
05/21     "Mediterranean"
05/28     "Memorial Day BBQ"

Luck O’ the Irish Lunch

It’s finally feeling like Spring!!  Don’t forget to set your clocks forward this weekend!  Our Easter service is scheduled for March 19 & it’s beginning to take shape!  If you are interested in doing a musical number, a reading/scripture/poem, or helping with the decorations and/or brunch potluck to follow the service...please let us know...we’d love your input!  We would be thrilled for you to invite friends & family to join us that day...


Our adult study group will meet as usual in the fellowship area by the fireplace.  Bonnie always has a lovely breakfast spread for everyone to enjoy beside the crackling fire.....so come & enjoy it with us!   Our youth study groups continue to meet in the adjacent rooms.  The “ukulele choir” is working on a special number for the Easter service ~ hope you can join us ~ we have plenty of uke’s to go around in every color of the rainbow!

This week our potluck theme is “Luck O’ the Irish Lunch.”  Bring a favorite “St. Patrick’s” themed dish to share.  For those who help out in the kitchen ~ look for the “team potluck text”
going out later today....thanks!

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...

NOTE ~ Arbor Youth Services here in Lex is housing a 19 year old woman who is pregnant with twins.  She is due any day and in need of baby items and financial assistance.  AYS is also in need of Wal-Mart gift cards for 18 year olds who come to them with nothing.  These cards would help purchase groceries and everyday household items.  See Melia if you can help!

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
03/19    “Spring has Sprung”
03/26    “Easter Luncheon” (Easter weekend)
04/02    “April Fool’s”
04/09    “Keeneland Kick-off”
04/16    “Tax Day Comfort Food”
04/23    “Earth Day Delights”
04/30    “May Day”
05/07    “Mother’s Day, Derby style” (Derby weekend & Mother’s Day)

All-American Potluck

Are you surviving the snow/slush/rain/fog this week?  I think we are all “ready freddie” for SPRING ~ it’s only 31 days away!  For those of you who have been away ~ we’ve missed you!  Our continued prayers are with those of you who have been under the weather or traveling.  We look forward to seeing you back at BGSC soon.  Thank you to everyone who participated in our Valentine service last week.  Our Easter service on March 26 is beginning to take shape ~ if you are interested in doing a musical number, a reading/scripture or poem, or helping with the decorations or brunch potluck to follow the service...let us know!  We would love for you to invite friends & family to join us...

Our adult study group will meet as usual in the fellowship area by the fireplace.  Bonnie always has a lovely breakfast spread for everyone to enjoy beside the crackling fire.....so come & enjoy it with us!   Our youth study groups continue to meet in the adjacent rooms.  This week our potluck theme is “All American” in celebration of President’s Day.  Come hungry for American favorites like baked potatoes with all the toppings, “Swiss Steak,” vegetable sides, wedge salad, dessert & punch!  For those of you who help out in the kitchen ~ look for the “team potluck text”
going out later today....

A big thank you to all who continue to bring items for our supply closet this month.  We so appreciate it!

Don’t forget to bring your prayer requests this week ~ we have index cards so you can make notes & share them during the worship service.

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
2/27/16    “Leap Year Lunch”
03/05/16    “Dine with Downton Abbey”
03/12/16    “Luck O’ the Irish”  
03/19/16    “Spring has Sprung”
03/26/16    “Easter Brunch”
04/02/16    “April Fool’s”
04/09/16    “Keeneland Kick-off”
04/16/16    “Tax Day Comfort Food”