WE RETURN TO THE 11:00 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE NEXT SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

BBC IS LOOKING FOR a weekend sexton which would require 9 to 12 hours per week.  The position is under the guidance of Lead Sexton Joanne Bassett.  This sexton would be required to fulfill a cleaning schedule for each weekend, dependent upon the functions planned for that particular week.  Call or see Jane Wallbrown (508-896-3381) for more details.

HARVEST DINNER

COME CELEBRATE THE FIRST DAY of fall at the Harvest Dinner on  Thursday, September 23, at 5:30 p.m.  Enjoy a fabulous meal followed by a concert by the famous Hoppers (7:00 p.m.), a group that has travelled and performed with the Gaithers.  We will begin taking reservations at the table in the lobby after worship services today and again next week.  If you are interested in attending, you must sign up and reserve your seat.  (No need to sign up if you are attending the concert only.)  This is a wonderful fellowship opportunity for the whole church family.  If you have any questions, contact Jeni Byrne at 774-212-3959.  Please consider joining us!

THE MEDIA TEAM NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

THE MEDIA TEAM is looking for volunteers to assist with the soundboard, slide projection and camera for both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. services.  You will receive training!  Please see Su Ballantine or Dan Staples.

W.F. FEATURES PASTOR MARY SCHEER

CIRCLE SEPTEMBER 8 on your calendar for the first Women’s Fellowship meeting of the 2010–2011 year.  We will meet at noon in Fellowship Hall to enjoy a salad potluck luncheon, followed by a talk by Pastor Mary about “Women in the Middle East.”  (This is not the same talk she gave when she returned from her deployment.)

Everyone attending (except guests) should bring a salad for eight to ten to share.  Beverages, rolls and butter, and desserts will be provided.  There is no charge.  Suggestions for salads include:  Chicken Salad, Tuna Salad, Egg Salad/Devilled Eggs, Potato Salad, Pasta Salad, Molded Salad, Mixed Greens, Vegetable Salad and Fruit Salad.

Remember, ALL women who attend BBC are automatically members of Women’s Fellowship, so please come and enjoy the camaraderie of other women, as well as a lovely luncheon.  Guests from the community are welcome.  Questions?  Contact Janet Bantly.

JULIETS

JULIETs (Just Us Ladies (I) Eating Together) will gather for the first time this season on Monday, October 4, at the Hearth ’n Kettle in Orleans.  (There is no gathering in September.)  This is a meeting where eating and talking are the only things on the agenda.  Hope to see you there!

SUNDAY SCHOOL KICKOFF COOKOUT

SUMMER IS COMING TO AN END and fall is fast approaching.  Join us on Saturday, September 11, from 5–8:00 p.m. to celebrate the Sunday School Kickoff Cookout.  Meet the Sunday school teachers and reconnect with all your church friends.  Bring a salad or dessert to share; dinner and drinks will be provided.  Following the meal, Pastor Dave will introduce the first BBC Family Olympics.  This promises to be an evening filled with good food, time for fellowship and a lot of fun.  Please contact Jeni Byrne with questions.  See you there!

CHURCH WOMEN UNITED

CHURCH WOMEN UNITED ANNUAL ASSEMBLY will be held at BBC on Friday, September 17, from 9:00 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.  Contact Bev Johnson with questions.  The reservation deadline is September 14.

BBC FAMILY ALBUM

THE NEXT ROUND of picture taking for our new photo church directory is scheduled as follows:

Friday               September 24                1:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday           September 25                10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Thursday           September 30                1:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Friday               October 1                      1:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Saturday           October 2                      10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Please help us make this project a success by signing up now for your appointment.  Sign up on-line at any time.  In-person sign up will be available after each Sunday service on September 5, 12, and 19.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY

PATTI RICOTTA WILL LEAD a women’s Bible study, on Fridays, beginning September 24, from 10:00–11:30 a.m., in Old Fellowship Hall.  Please sign up at the Welcome Center, indicating whether you need childcare.

MEN’S MINISTRY

COME AND MEET PASTOR DAVE at the next Men’s Ministry Breakfast which will be held on Saturday, September 11.  The breakfast begins at 8:00 a.m. and will be followed by a presentation by Dave Anderson, BBC’s new pastor, on “What is Men’s Ministry?”  For reservations, please sign up at the Welcome Center or contact Bill Carter.

MAGNETIC NAME TAGS

THE QUARTERLY ORDER for magnetic name tags is being sent at the end of September.  Name tags may be ordered at the Welcome Center with payment by check made out to BBC ($12 each).

PLEASE PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE September issue of The Beacon after services this weekend.  The copies may be found on the table in the lobby.  Extras are also available for today’s guests.

WORSHIP REMINDERS

CDs OF THE WORSHIP SERVICE are available; ask at the Welcome Center.  DVDs of the weekly service are available in the Library.  Print and audio versions of sermons may be found at http://www.brewsterbaptistchurch.org/sermons/.

NURSERY CARE IS AVAILABLE for the Sunday morning worship services.

ACTIVITY PACKETS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN are available from ushers during worship services on Sundays.

NEW MEMBER INFORMATION SESSION

PASTOR DOUG WILL LEAD an information session for prospective new members of BBC Sunday, Aug. 29, at 4:00 p.m. Are you just beginning to think about becoming a member?  Would you like to know more about us?  Have you already decided to make BBC your spiritual home?  Please join Pastor Doug this afternoon.  All are welcome!

FAMILY CAMPING WEEKEND

BBC IS PLANNING another Family Camping Weekend at Oceanwood in Ocean Park, Maine for Columbus Day Weekend, October 8–11, from Friday night after dinner until Monday after breakfast.  This will be a work weekend, so families will donate a small portion of their time to help out around the camp. This special weekend is filled with lots of fun and times of devotion.  If you are interested in joining us, please contact Jeni Byrne (774-212-3959).

OLD-TIME COUNTRY STORE FAIR ITEMS

BOLTS OF CALICO, paper of pins, barrels of flour, bins of tea and a hand-turned coffee grinder—that was the old-time country store, its shelves stocked with necessities of rural life.  The Country Store at BBC’s annual Holiday Fair will share that ambience, with shelves of jams, jellies, and relishes but with some added delicacies our forebears never knew.  Such delights as herbal dip mixes, flavored vinegars and appealing snacks like trail mixes or granola bars will also grace these shelves.  In fact, every kind of delectable goody your imagination and your kitchen can “cook up”.  Please, mix up a batch of your favorite recipe for the November 6 Holiday Fair!

COMING IN SEPTEMBER…

Women’s Fellowship Featuring Pastor Mary Scheer

CIRCLE SEPTEMBER 8 on your calendar for the first Women’s Fellowship meeting of the 2010–2011 year.  We will meet at noon in Fellowship Hall to enjoy a salad potluck luncheon, followed by a talk by Pastor Mary about “Women in the Middle East.”  (This is not the same talk she gave when she returned from her deployment.)

Everyone attending (except guests) should bring a salad for eight to ten to share.  Beverages, rolls and butter, and desserts will be provided.  There is no charge.  Suggestions for salads include:  Chicken Salad, Tuna Salad, Egg Salad/Devilled Eggs, Potato Salad, Pasta Salad, Molded Salad, Mixed Greens, Vegetable Salad and Fruit Salad.

Remember, ALL women who attend BBC are automatically members of Women’s Fellowship, so please come and enjoy the camaraderie of other women, as well as a lovely luncheon.  Guests from the community are welcome.  Contact Janet Bantly.

THE MEDIA TEAM NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

THE MEDIA TEAM is looking for volunteers to assist with the soundboard, slide projection and camera for both the 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. services.  You will receive training!  Please see Su Ballantine or Dan Staples.

MEN’S MINISTRY

COME AND MEET PASTOR DAVE at the next Men’s Ministry Breakfast which will be held on Saturday, September 11.  The breakfast begins at 8:00 a.m. and will be followed by a presentation by Dave Anderson, BBC’s new pastor, on “What is Men’s Ministry?”  For reservations, please sign up at the Welcome Center or contact Bill Carter.

ITEMS AT THE WELCOME CENTER

IF YOU ELECTED to have your photo directory pictures sent to BBC, please pick them up at the Welcome Center.

THOSE WHO SIGNED UP for a VBS DVD, please pick up your copy at the Welcome Center.

CARING CUPBOARD

THE CARING CUPBOARD is a busy place, and all the donations we have received are appreciated.  Ongoing we are in need of puddings, muffin mixes, cake mixes, brownie mixes, Jell-O, baked beans and popcorn.

WORSHIP REMINDERS

CDs OF THE WORSHIP SERVICE are available; ask at the Welcome Center.  DVDs of the weekly service are available in the Library.  Print and audio versions of sermons may be found at http://www.brewsterbaptistchurch.org/sermons/.

NURSERY CARE IS AVAILABLE for the Sunday morning worship services.

ACTIVITY PACKETS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN are available from ushers during worship services on Sundays.

NEW MEMBER INFORMATION SESSION

PASTOR DOUG WILL LEAD an information session for prospective new members of BBC on Sunday afternoon, August 29, at 4:00 p.m. Are you just beginning to think about becoming a member?  Would you like to know more about us?  Have you already decided to make BBC your spiritual home?  Please join Pastor Doug on the 29^th.  All are welcome!

FAMILY CAMPING WEEKEND

BBC IS PLANNING another Family Camping Weekend at Oceanwood in Ocean Park Maine for Columbus Day Weekend, October 8–11, from Friday night after dinner until Monday after breakfast.  This will be a work weekend, so families will donate a small portion of their time to help out around the camp. This special weekend is filled with lots of fun and times of devotion.  If you are interested in joining us, please contact Jeni Byrne.

WIDOW’S MIGHT

THE WIDOW’S MIGHT WILL MEET for lunch on Thursday, August 26, at 12:30 p.m.,  in South Yarmouth.  Please contact Elizabeth Covell by Monday, August 23, for reservations.  New members are cordially invited to join the group.

ALL THINGS BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL

ALL THINGS BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL—those are the kinds of “things” needed for the Craft Table at the Holiday Fair.  We are looking for every good idea—aprons and bird houses, placemats and potholders, trivets and toys.  November may seem afar—but ars longa, tempus fugit. No time like the present!  You’ve got the talent; let it shine!

But if handicrafts are not your forte, despair not!  Turn your attention to the Silent Auction which will be an important part of the Holiday Fair. Now there’s a place to donate enticing items such as a weekend getaway, fine art, tickets to a sports event—or practical and indispensible things like tools, car care, or an appointment at a beauty salon.  Put your thinking cap on and come up with something really special.

CALLED OUT QUARTET

BBC HAS BEEN BLESSED to host Called Out Quartet (CO4) from Tennessee in 2008 and 2009, and we are delighted that they will be returning to BBC on Saturday, August 28, at 7:00 p.m. The group will also sing at each morning service on August 29.  For those who aren’t as familiar with Southern Gospel, on their website it is described as, “real music touching real people.  There is no deeper tradition in Southern Gospel than the all-male quartet, and it’s in that tradition that Called Out Quartet sings today.  Formed in 2002, Called Out Quartet is quickly becoming one of Southern Gospel’s favorite quartets as they mix tried and true hymns with the new songs of today that still have that same old message of Christ and Him crucified.  Through testimony in song, CO4 sets out week after week to reach the lost with God’s beautiful message of redemption and to encourage and lift up His children.”

WANTED

WANTED:  DRIED MONEY PLANTS (also known as Silver Dollar plants) to sell at the Holiday Fair.  They are very popular and sell well when tied in bunches.  Please pick and bring to BBC in a large plastic bag on Sunday or during the week.  Dried hydrangeas are also still needed.  Questions?  Contact Janet Bantly.

HELP!! FOR THE HOMELESS PREVENTION COUNCIL

YOU MAY HAVE READ in the August 9 edition of the Cape Cod Times that the Homeless Prevention Council is in serious trouble because they have lost state funds this month.  The state suggests that they need to rely on private donations.  How can you help?  Our church has been part of a program that sells gift cards for grocery stores.  You buy the gift card at face value ($100, $50, $25) and get full value at the store when you use it.  But the Homeless Prevention Council gets 3–5% of the face value. These cards can be bought from the office after church with a check made out to “Homeless Prevention Council” or with cash (please have the exact amount).

RENTAL NEED

IF ANYONE IN THE CONGREGATION has some kind of rental available—a room, an apartment or a condo—please call Pastor Mary at the church office (508-896-3381).

ITEMS AT THE WELCOME CENTER

IF YOU ELECTED to have your photo directory pictures sent to BBC, please pick them up at the Welcome Center.

THOSE WHO SIGNED UP for a VBS DVD, please pick up your copy at the Welcome Center.

THANK YOU TO VBS VOLUNTEERS

THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING people who helped with VBS:

Crew Leaders: Nancy Bray, Mary Downs, Ally Kemp, Ryan Kemp, Carol Martin, Crystal Moeykens, Patti Ricotta, Nate Ryan, Audrey Smith, Bob and Nancy Smith, and Ginny Watson.

Station Leaders: Doreen Cahill, Tracy Deegan, Amanda DeOliviera, Ann Ingalls, Ally Kemp, Teecia Kent, Jeannette Louth, Carol Pelton, Marie Sherman, Joan Spilman, Angie Stagakis, Dot Valinski, Audrey Vermont, and Janet Verny.

Decorating Team: Jon Ambrose, Linda Dunphy, Marge Gotti, Linda Houghton, Sharon Kautz, Tim Kautz, Bob Linnell, Stan Spilman, and Chris Watson.

Students: Jack Branco, April, Duncan and Tobey Crowley, Tanner and Trevor Deegan, Kylie DeOliviera, Marissa Freeman, Savannah Hollis, Mariah Lang, Caroline Letelier, Ari Lincoln, Gillian Maguire, Nolan O’Connor, Lizzy Ray, Meghan Rogers, Nathan Scalise, Aurora Summers, Ben Travers, Jamie Vought, Kenny White, and Laura Wrobel.

Registration: Elizabeth Covell, Beverly Johnson, Susan Logsdon, and Nancy Pickering.

Technology: Ryan Kemp.

Sextons: Glenn Ashley, Joanne Bassett, and Jerry Sullivan.

Thank you, also, to all who donated items to enhance the experience for all the children!

CALLED OUT QUARTET

BBC HAS BEEN BLESSED to host Called Out Quartet (CO4) from Tennessee in 2008 and 2009, and we are delighted that they will be returning to BBC on Saturday, August 28, at 7:00 p.m.  The group will also sing at each morning service on August 29.  For those who aren’t as familiar with Southern Gospel, on their website it is described as, “real music touching real people.  There is no deeper tradition in Southern Gospel than the all-male quartet, and it’s in that tradition that Called Out Quartet sings today.  Formed in 2002, Called Out Quartet is quickly becoming one of Southern Gospel’s favorite quartets as they mix tried and true hymns with the new songs of today that still have that same old message of Christ and Him crucified.  Through testimony in song, CO4 sets out week after week to reach the lost with God’s beautiful message of redemption and to encourage and lift up His children.”

NEW MEMBER INFORMATION SESSION

PASTOR DOUG WILL LEAD an information session for prospective new members of BBC on Sunday afternoon, August 29, at 4:00 p.m. Are you just beginning to think about becoming a member?  Would you like to know more about us?  Have you already decided to make BBC your spiritual home?  Please join Pastor Doug on the 29^th.  All are welcome!

FAMILY CAMPING WEEKEND

BBC IS PLANNING another Family Camping Weekend at Oceanwood in Ocean Park Maine for Columbus Day Weekend, October 8–11, from Friday night after dinner until Monday after breakfast.  This will be a work weekend, so families will donate a small portion of their time to help out around the camp. This special weekend is filled with lots of fun and times of devotion.  If you are interested in joining us, please contact Jeni Byrne.

WIDOW’S MIGHT

THE WIDOW’S MIGHT WILL MEET for lunch on Thursday, August 26, at 12:30 p.m., at The Riverway, Route 28, in South Yarmouth.  Please contact Elizabeth Covell by Monday, August 23, for reservations.  New members are cordially invited to join the group.

FAMILY FUN NIGHT

THIS MONTH’S FAMILY FUN NIGHT is scheduled for August 21, from 5:00–8:00 p.m.  Despite the rain in July, we had a good turnout, and both kids and adults had a chance to spend some time getting to know Pastor Dave, Jen and Abby.  We hope to see even more people join us this month for our potluck dinner (please bring a salad, main dish or dessert to share) and activities for all ages.  Everyone from the church family is encouraged to attend these wonderful evenings.  If you have any questions, contact Jeni Byrne.

WANTED

WANTED:  DRIED MONEY PLANTS (also known as Silver Dollar plants) to sell at the Holiday Fair.  They are very popular and sell well when tied in bunches.  Please pick and bring to BBC in a large plastic bag on Sunday or during the week.  Dried hydrangeas are also still needed.  Questions?  Contact Janet Bantly.

HELP!! FOR THE HOMELESS PREVENTION COUNCIL

YOU MAY HAVE READ in the August 9 edition of the Cape Cod Times that the Homeless Prevention Council is in serious trouble because they have lost state funds this month.  The state suggests that they need to rely on private donations.  How can you help?  Our church has been part of a program that sells gift cards for grocery stores.  You buy the gift card at face value ($l00, $50, $25) and get full value at the store when you use it.  But the Homeless Prevention Council gets 3–5% of the face value. These cards can be bought from the office after church with a check made out to “Homeless Prevention Council” or with cash (please have the exact amount).

ITEMS AT THE WELCOME CENTER

IF YOU ELECTED to have your photo directory pictures sent to BBC, please pick them up at the Welcome Center.

THOSE WHO SIGNED UP for a VBS DVD, please pick up your copy at the Welcome Center.

REMINDER: ARTICLES FOR THE September issue of The Beacon must be submitted no later than Wednesday, August 11.  They may be e-mailed to bbc@brewsterbaptistchurch.org or left in the church office or in the secretaries’ mailbox.

WORSHIP REMINDERS

CDs OF THE WORSHIP SERVICE are available; ask at the Welcome Center.  DVDs of the weekly service are available in the Library.  Print and audio versions of sermons may be found at http://www.brewsterbaptistchurch.org/sermons/.

NURSERY CARE IS AVAILABLE for the Sunday morning worship services.

PRINTED COPIES of previous Sunday sermons are available at the Welcome Center, or directly from the web page in the sermons section (http://www.brewsterbaptistchurch.org/sermons/).

ACTIVITY PACKETS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN are available from ushers during worship services on Sundays.

TELEVISED SERVICES: Weekly programs are shown on Channel 17 as listed on the calendar.

HEARING ASSISTANCE: If you would like to use a hearing assistance device, please stop by the AV booth at the rear of the sanctuary.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

SUMMER MERCHANDISE and back-to-school supplies will be needed to help fill this year’s Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.  Please keep the following list in mind when shopping.

TOYS: bounce balls, soccer balls, jump ropes, ball and jacks, flutes, baby dolls, yo-yos, beanie babies, cars and trucks, jewelry, animal sets (zoo, farm, etc.), Lego-type sets, Slinky toys, paddleballs, marbles, playing cards, harmonicas and picture books.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES: pens and pencils, sharpeners, crayons and colored pencils, markers, chalk, paint boxes and coloring books.

OTHER: washcloths, baseball hats and bandanas, socks, flip-flops, tee-shirts, flashlights and batteries, and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

Please contact Arlene Richardson with questions.

FIND A FUN PROJECT

GIFT BASKETS—A FUN PROJECT for the canny shoppers among us.  First—pick a theme.  Second—go shopping!  Collect the ingredients for a Gift Basket for the Holiday Fair. Maybe a selection of herbal teas, with some enticing tea-time snacks?  Or a double deck of cards, score pads and pencils and a bag of delicious candies for an ardent bridge player?  BBC Gift Baskets are high on the Fair-shopper’s list so let your imagination lead you, and put your finds aside until nearer to Fair time.

IS IT ALCHEMY? It does seem the BBC knitters can turn woolen into gold when they knit for the Holiday Fair Knitwear Table. Time to start a project for the Fair—sweaters, caps, mittens, something for baby—knitters know their stuff!

IF IT’S COOL ENOUGH to knit it’s cool enough to think about fall clean-up, clean-out, and Attic Treasures for the Holiday Fair.  When you are up in the attic, out in the garage or rearranging kitchen shelves, put aside the good things you no longer need or have room for.  You can be sure they will go to a good home and the BBC Holiday Fair will have hit another one out of the ball park!

WIDOW’S MIGHT

THE WIDOW’S MIGHT WILL MEET for lunch on Thursday, August 26, at 12:30 p.m., at The Riverway, Route 28, in South Yarmouth.  Please contact Elizabeth Covell by Monday, August 23, for reservations.  New members are cordially invited to join the group.

“AGAINST THE TIDE” EVENT

THE 11^TH ANNUAL “AGAINST THE TIDE” one-mile competitive or recreational swim, two-mile kayak, three-mile fitness walk and 5K fun run to benefit the Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition will be held on August 21 at Nickerson State Park.  This fun and inspirational morning brings together swimmers, kayakers, walkers and runners of all ages and abilities.  Each participant raises a minimum of $150 in contributions to benefit MBCC in their goal of breast cancer prevention and may choose to participate in one, two or three of the five events.  Visit www.againstthetidembcc.org to register or call 1-800-649-MBCC.

MISCELLANEOUS

THE CARING CUPBOARD is a busy place, and all the donations we have received are appreciated.  Ongoing we are in need of puddings, muffin mixes, cake mixes, brownie mixes, Jell-O, baked beans and popcorn.