Soup-er Bowl!

Happy February!!  We look forward to seeing you & your family at BGSC this weekend.  In honor of the biggest Sunday in the world of football...our potluck theme is “Soup-er Bowl!”  We’ll enjoy soups in bread bowls with crackers and toppings....along with appetizers.  Please feel free to bring an appetizer, hot soup, or soup topping (shredded cheese, scallions, baco bits, sour cream, cottage cheese, oyster crackers, fresh herbs etc) of your choice.  Thank you!


Sarah Jane & Brad welcomed a beautiful healthy baby girl this past Friday, January 27 at 9:38 am.  Luella Gray (Ellie Gray) weighed in at 7 lbs., 7 oz., and was 18 inches long.  Congratulations to the Calvert’s!

We are in need of some assistance in our youth department.  We will also be launching our “cradle roll” department in the next few months as we are welcoming several new babies into our church family!  If you are interested in helping out in either dept please let us know.....we so appreciate it!


Don’t forget to bring your prayer requests each week ~ we have index cards available so you can make notes & share them during the worship service.
We love participation in our worship service....so if you would ever like to sing or play a song, read a scripture, tell a children’s story, or help in any other way....please let us know.  And if you would like to coordinate a community volunteer activity for our group ~ we are always searching for new ideas.
Have we missed anyone’s birthday or anniversary?  Please let us know so we can update our list!

Let us know if you would like to host, decorate for, or plan a future potluck....

Have an updated email address, phone number, or snail mail address??  We love to keep in touch!  Also, please let us know if there is anyone you would like for us to add to our weekly group email.


Our bgsc “supply closet” is always in need of a few items:
    Solo punch cups
 
Keurig refills (all kinds....tea, hot cocoa, apple cider, etc)

       Pop tarts,
mixed nuts, dried fruits or trail mix
    **juice boxes
    **mini water bottles
    olive oil and vegetable oil
    liquid or powdered creamers


UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
02/11    “Valentine’s Day Dinner” (chocolate, chocolate, chocolate)
02/18    “President’s Day Dinner” (all American fare)
02/25    “Black History Month” (“soul food”)
03/04    “Mardi Gras” (Louisiana inspired dishes)
03/11    “Mexican Medley” (haystacks)
03/18    “St. Patrick’s Day Dinner” (green, green, green)
03/25    “Spring has Sprung” (light, fresh dishes)
04/01    “April Fools Day Dinner” (anything goes)
04/08    “Keeneland Kick-off” (KY inspired dishes)
04/15    “Easter Brunch”
04/22    “Earth Day Dinner”
04/29    “April Showers bring May Flowers”

Tom & Chee

With this beautiful weather....you’d think it was Spring!  Not quite!  We look forward to seeing you & your family this weekend at BGSC.  Our potluck theme is “Tom & Chee!”  We’ll enjoy tomato soups, grilled cheese sandwiches (any breads and cheeses welcome), crackers, dessert and punch.

Big congratulations and best wishes to Ben, Christy & little Ben Greeman!  Baby Emma Kathryn was born healthy and happy on January 12th.  We look forward to meeting her soon!  Continue to keep Sarah Jane  and Brad Calvert in your prayers as they count down the days before they welcome their new baby girl too.  We’ll soon have two precious babies joining our church family!

We are in need of some assistance in our youth department....we have a new “youth” class (teen girls) beginning this week.  We will also be launching our “cradle roll” department in the next few months as we are welcoming several new babies into our church family!  If you are interested in helping out please let us know.....we so appreciate it!

Are you nimble on the ice?!!  We still hope to embark on our annual ice skating party downtown at Triangle Park this month.....but we need a few more folks!

Don’t forget to bring your prayer requests each 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...


We love participation in our worship service....so if you would ever like to sing or play a song, read a scripture, tell a children’s story, or help in any other way....please let us know!  And if you would like to coordinate a community volunteer activity for our group ~ we are always searching for new ideas!
Have we missed anyone’s birthday or anniversary?  Please let us know so we can update our list!

Please let us know if you have an updated email address, phone number, or snail mail address.  We love to keep in touch!  Also, please let us know if there is anyone you would like for us to add to our weekly group email.


Our bgsc “supply closet” is always in need of a few items:
    Keurig refills (all kinds....tea, hot cocoa, apple cider, etc)
    Pop tarts,
mixed nuts, dried fruits or trail mix
    **juice boxes
    **mini water bottles
    olive oil and vegetable oil
    liquid or powdered creamers


UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:

01/28    “Chinese New Year Celebration” (Asian dishes)
02/4    “Soup-er-bowl” (soup in bread bowls, and appetizers)
02/11    “Valentine’s Day Dinner” (chocolate, chocolate, chocolate)
02/18    “President’s Day Dinner” (all American fare)
02/25    “Black History Month Menu” (“soul food”)

Winter Pizza Party

 Happy Holidays folks!  As we welcome December, we wish you good health, family, friends, and the blessing of Christ’s birth.
As always, w
e look forward to seeing you & your family this weekend!  Our potluck theme is “Winter Pizza Party.”  Bring a favorite pizza topping, salad, or dessert to share...

We would like to go caroling one afternoon following potluck....please let us know if you’d like to participate and what Sat. afternoon would work best for your family.  Also, we hope to organize our annual ice skating party at Triangle Park downtown.  Any takers?


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 write/color in your sketchbooks & have song service with our ukuleles!


Have we missed anyone’s birthday or anniversary?  Please let us know so we can update our list!
Would anyone be willing to host a holiday movie night or game night at their home??



Our annual Christmas program will be here before we know it.....if you are willing to participate in music, song, prayer, scripture, or through a Christmas story....please let us know!  It will tentatively be held during the worship hour on Sabbath, December 24th....Christmas Eve!


Don’t forget to bring your prayer requests each 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...


We love participation in our worship service....so if you would ever like to sing or play a song, read a scripture, tell a children’s story, or help in any other way....please let us know!  And if you would like to coordinate a community volunteer activity for our group ~ we are always searching for new ideas!



Our bgsc “supply closet” is in need of a few items:
    Keurig refills (all kinds....tea, hot cocoa, apple cider, etc)
    Pop tarts,
mixed nuts, dried fruits or trail mix
    **juice boxes
    **mini water bottles


UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
12/17    “Christmas Dinner”
12/24    NO POTLUCK...It’s Christmas Eve!
12/31    “New Year’s Celebration!”
01/07    “Chili on a chilly day”

Thanksgiving Dinner

Hello and welcome to the middle of November....it’s almost Thanksgiving!  This week (during potluck) BGSC will host a double baby shower for Christy Griffett Greeman & Sarah Jane Boyson Calvert (who are due with baby girls in January)!  Both ladies are registered at Buy Buy Baby.  We look forward to hosting all of the friends, family & guests they have invited to join us for this special occasion.

As always, we look forward to seeing you & your family too!  Our potluck theme is “Thanksgiving Dinner.”  Bring a favorite holiday dish to share.   We could still use a few sides & a few pies!  Last week we passed a sign up sheet around during potluck...so for reference, here is what we have coming already....

Dressed eggs
Stuffed celery sticks
Green bean casserole
Mashed potatoes & gravy
“Turkey & stuffing”
Cranberry sauce
Broccoli casserole
Corn pudding
Brussel sprouts
Macaroni & Cheese
Rolls, butter
Pumpkin Pie, whipped cream

This week is the last time we will collect items for the 2 Thanksgiving baskets we are giving to needy families.  Look for both of the “Thanksgiving Baskets” in the fellowship hall during potluck.  Here is a list of what we still need...

2 large cans of yams or sweet potatoes
2 bags of marshmallows
3 cans green beans
2 cans cranberry sauce
6 cans corn

2 bags baking potatoes
2 bags onions
2 pkgs gravy mix
2 boxes stuffing mix
2 boxes macaroni and cheese or rice
2 cake mix’s/2 cans frosting
oil
juice (sparkling grape or cranberry)

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 write/color in your sketchbooks & have song service with our ukuleles!

Have we missed anyone’s birthday or anniversary?  Please let us know so we can update our list!
Would anyone be willing to host a holiday movie night or game night at their home??


Our annual Christmas program will be here before we know it.....if you are willing to participate in music, song, prayer, scripture, or through a Christmas story....please let us know!  We will also be coordinating an afternoon of caroling in December....hope you can join us!


Don’t forget to bring your prayer requests each 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...

We love participation in our worship service....so if you would ever like to sing or play a song, read a scripture, tell a children’s story, or help in any other way....please let us know!  And if you would like to coordinate a community volunteer activity for our group ~ we are always searching for new ideas!


Our bgsc “supply closet” is in need of a few items:
    Keurig refills (all kinds....tea, hot cocoa, apple cider, etc)
    Pop tarts,
mixed nuts, dried fruits or trail mix
    **juice boxes
    **mini water bottles

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
11/26    “Panini’s & Pie”
12/03    “Holiday Lasagna Feast”
12/10    “Minestrone Soup & Bread Bar”
12/17    “Christmas Dinner”
12/24    NO POTLUCK...It’s Christmas Eve!
12/31    “New Year’s Celebration!”

Chili & Cornbread

What beautiful fall weather we are enjoying here in the Bluegrass!  The horses are racing, the leaves are changing, and we are truly blessed.

As always, we look forward to seeing you & your family.  This week, our potluck theme will be “Chili & Cornbread!”  If possible, bring a pot of chili, toppings (cheese, sour cream, salsa etc), or a pan of cornbread to share...

NOTE ~ save the date ~ Sabbath, November 19 (following our Thanksgiving themed potluck lunch) BGSC will host a double baby shower for Christy Griffett Greeman & Sarah Jane Boyson Calvert (who are both due with girls in Jan)!   Registry information and additional details coming soon...


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 write/color in your sketchbooks & have song service with our ukuleles!


Don’t forget to bring your prayer requests each 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...

Our bgsc “supply closet” is in need of a few items:
    Keurig refills (all kinds....tea, hot cocoa, apple cider, etc)
    Pop tarts,
mixed nuts, dried fruits or trail mix
    **juice boxes
    **mini water bottles

Thanks to everyone who has brought items for the supply closet in the past few weeks!

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:

10/29    “Pasta Bar”
11/05    “All American Election Lunch”
11/12    “Minestrone Soup Bar”
11/19    “Thanksgiving Dinner”
11/26    “Panini’s & Pie”
12/03    “Holiday Lasagna Feast”
12/10    “The Bar’s Have It” (baked potato/salad bar)
12/17    “Christmas Dinner”
12/24    NO POTLUCK...It’s Christmas Eve!
12/21    “New Year’s Celebration!”

Oktoberfest

It’s happening...this weekend we welcome October!  As always, we are looking forward to seeing you & your family at BGSC.  Our potluck theme will be “Oktoberfest.”  Bring a German themed appetizer or dish of your choice to share.  NOTE ~ please save the date ~ Sabbath, November 19, following our potluck lunch, BGSC will host a double baby shower for Christy Greeman and Sarah Jane Calvert (who are both due with girls in January)!  Registry information and additional details coming soon...

Also, be looking for an email with information about a BGSC “harvest party” next month!

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 write/color in your sketchbooks & have song service with our ukuleles!


Don’t forget to bring your prayer requests each 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...

Our breakfast/potluck “supply closet” is in need of a few items:
    Keurig refills (all kinds....tea, hot cocoa, apple cider, etc)
    Pop tarts,
mixed nuts, dried fruits or trail mix
    Ziploc bags (all sizes)
    **juice boxes
    **paper napkins
    **mini water bottles
    **white paper plates

Thanks to everyone who has brought items for the supply closet in the past few weeks!

UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
10/08    “Keeneland Kick-off”
10/15    “Autumn Soups & Salads”
10/22    “Chili & Cornbread”
10/29    “Strogonoff, Salads & Sides”
11/05    “All American Election”
11/12    “Veteran’s Day”
11/19    “Thanksgiving Dinner”
11/26    “Panini’s & Pie”
12/03    “Holiday Lasagna fest”

Tailgate Time

Happy Fall Y’all!

We are looking forward to seeing you and your family at BGSC this weekend.  Our potluck theme will be “Tailgate Time.”  Bring a tailgate themed appetizer or dish of your choice to share!

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 write/color in your sketchbooks & have song service with our ukuleles!
Don’t forget to bring your prayer requests each 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...


BGSC’s wish list for our “supply closet” still includes a few items:
Keurig refills (all kinds....tea, hot cocoa, apple cider, etc)
pop tarts,
mixed nuts, dried fruits or trail mix
Ziploc bags
orange juice boxes
paper napkins

Thanks to everyone who has brought items for the supply closet in the past few weeks!


UPCOMING POTLUCK THEMES:
10/01    “Octoberfest”
10/08    “Chili and cornbread”
10/15    “Soups”
10/22    “Sloppy Joes & such”
10/29    “Haystacks”
11/05    “All American Election Lunch”