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.

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

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

YOU CAN NOW SUBSCRIBE to our weekly e-mail newsletter, The Buzz from BBC.  To subscribe, visit www.brewsterbaptistchurch.org and use the sign-up on the left side of any page on the website.  You may also call the church office with your e-mail address.

THERE ARE MANY UPLIFTING PRAYERS on our web site.  Reading them may be an immediate comfort.  Visit http://www.brewsterbaptistchurch.org/prayers/

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

SOMETHING’S COOKING in the BBC kitchen!  Suzanne Clowry and Elsa Scott are preparing an indoor picnic—sandwiches, salads and yummy dessert—everything that makes a picnic such fun!  And the best part is good weather is guaranteed—and no ants!  Sign-up right now at the Welcome Center to reserve your spot in Fellowship Hall for this Saturday, May 21, at 5:30 p.m. A free-will offering will be received.  Then—when you can’t eat another bite—settle in for an evening of good music as The Dixie Melody Boys present a Gospel music concert in the sanctuary at 7:00 p.m. One of Southern Gospel music’s most loved and respected quartets, The Dixie Melody Boys is directed by Ed O’Neal, who led them in 2004 into the Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Come, enjoy this evening of family fun, good food, good friends and good music.

A TEAM FROM THE CAPE is hoping to gather a large enough number of women together to take advantage of the group rate to attend the Women of Faith Conference, in Hartford, Connecticut, on November 11–12.  Included in the price of $125 is the cost of the conference, one night of lodging, two box lunches and breakfast.  Please contact Pam Latimer at 508-432-4943 or e-mail her at platimer4943@comcast.net or call Sharon Ferguson at 508-432-2933.  You can also go online at www.womenoffaith.com for more information.

THE NEXT MEETING OF the Widow’s Might will be held on Thursday, May 26, at 12:30 p.m. for a salad luncheon.  Please bring a salad of your choice to share.  Dessert will be provided.  Please contact Elizabeth Covell if you plan to attend.  New members are always welcome.

THE WOMEN’S BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP will meet on Thursday, May 26, at 1:00 p.m., in the Conference Room.  The group will discuss Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley.  All women are welcome.

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, 25 Lincoln Road in Hyannis, started a weekly community breakfast every Saturday morning, from 7:00–11:30 a.m.  The cost is $3.00.  For further information, contact Karen Campbell at 508-775-7018 or e-mail her at campbell.karen92@yahoo.com.

THE NEXT MEDITATION GARDEN CLEAN-UP will take place on Thursday, May 19, from 9:00 until 11:00 am.  Please bring your shovels and rakes.  Perennials needed for the garden include:  Foam Flowers, Sweet Woodruff, Epemedien, Wild Ginger, and Violas.  Contact Eileen Johnston at if you have any questions.

THE CARING CUPBOARD continues to be a busy place, and all the donations we have received are appreciated.  Ongoing we are in need of cold cereals, ketchup, cooking oils, muffin mixes and brownie mixes.

IF YOU HAVE A SPECIAL NEED FOR PRAYER, please let the All-Church Prayer Chain know so they can share your burdens with a concentrated prayer effort.  Make certain you have permission from the person(s) in need of prayer, and then contact either Priscilla Carter or Judy Heath.  If they are not available, you may call the church office.

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.

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

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

YOU CAN NOW SUBSCRIBE to our weekly e-mail newsletter, The Buzz from BBC.  To subscribe, visit www.brewsterbaptistchurch.org and use the sign-up on the left side of any page on the website.  You may also call the church office with your e-mail address.

IF YOU HAVE A SPECIAL NEED FOR PRAYER, please let the All-Church Prayer Chain know so they can share your burdens with a concentrated prayer effort.  Make certain you have permission from the person(s) in need of prayer, and then contact either Priscilla Carter or Judy Heath.  If they are not available, you may call the church office.  There are many uplifting prayers on our web site.  Reading them may be an immediate comfort.  Visit http://www.brewsterbaptistchurch.org/prayers/.

ANOTHER MEDITATION GARDEN CLEAN-UP will take place on Thursday, May 5, from 9:00 until 11:00 am.  Please bring your rakes.  Perennials are wanted for the garden.  Contact Eileen Johnston if you have any questions.

THE HOLIDAY FAIR COUNTRY STORE is gearing up for the 2011 season.  It’s time to think about all those jams, jellies and chutneys you love to make.  The fruits are supposed to be spectacular this year, and we are looking for beach plum, raspberry and rose hip in particular, but all donations are gratefully accepted.  We are in need of canning jars to supply to those kind individuals who are preparing their wonderful delicacies; no quart jars, please.  Leave them by the white bench in the front foyer or contact Joyce Davis for pickup.  Thank you.

THE BBC ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE will be held this year on Saturday, September 17.  So clean up, clean out and save those items of clothing for all seasons as well as household linens for donation.  We will also have our Fabulous Boutique and Bake Shoppe.  We would be glad to accept clothing, shoes and purses in good, clean, gently used condition.  We will not be accepting any books, DVDs, CDs, housewares, etc. as we are hoping you will save those items for the BBC Annual Holiday Fair set for November.  Please contact Joyce Davis  if you have any questions.

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

JULIETs (Just Us Ladies (I) Eating Together) will gather on Monday, May 2, at 9:00 a.m., at the Hearth ’n Kettle in Orleans.  This is a meeting where eating and talking are the only things on the agenda.  Hope to see you there!

THE CARING CUPBOARD continues to be a busy place, and all the donations we have received are appreciated.  Ongoing we are in need of cold cereals, ketchup, cooking oils, muffin mixes and brownie mixes.

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, 25 Lincoln Road in Hyannis, is starting a weekly community breakfast, from 7:00–11:30 a.m., on Saturday, May 7. The cost is $3.00.  For further information, contact Karen Campbell at 508-775-7018 or e-mail her at campbell.karen92@yahoo.com.

OSTERVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH is inviting BBC to a free concert which will be held on Sunday, May 15, at 6:00 p.m.  Matthew Smith from “Indelible Grace” will be giving a solo performance of new, modern music which he has written to the words of forgotten, once-cherished hymn texts.

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.

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

THE WORSHIP AND DEACON CORE MINISTRIES are looking for volunteers to help deliver Easter lilies to shut-ins on Easter Sunday afternoon, April 24, or on Monday, April 25. Please contact Ben Gregson.

THE NURSERY IS LOOKING for volunteers for all Easter services. If you are willing and able to help on this special but VERY busy day, please stop by the nursery today or contact Jeni Byrne.

BECAUSE PASTOR DAVE will be on the Student Mission Trip from April 16–23, the men’s Bible study, Band of Brothers, will meet on Tuesday, April 26. Please mark the change for this month on your calendars.

A MEDITATION GARDEN CLEAN-UP will take place on Thursday, April 21, from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m. Please bring your rakes. If you have any questions, please contact Eileen Johnston.

THE LAZARUS MINISTRY of Our Lady of the Cape Parish in Brewster is offering a six-week bereavement support program called “Come Walk With Me” that begins on Thursday, April 28, and runs through Thursday, June 2, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The program meets for six weeks at the parish center and is designed for people who have experienced the loss of a loved one within the past year. Pre-registration is required, and there is a $10 charge for materials. Please contact Happy Whitman at 508-385-3252 or Eileen Birch at 508-394-0616 for additional information.

THE BREWSTER BAND, with John E. New conducting, will present their 18th annual Brewster in Bloom Concert on Friday, April 29, beginning at 7:00 p.m., in our sanctuary. The program will include music from Oliver, The Jungle Book, Andrew Lloyd Webber and a tribute to the music of Broadway. Admission is free.

ONCE AGAIN, BBC WILL PROVIDE our annual hot Easter Breakfast from 7:00 until 8:00 a.m. on Easter Sunday. This is another way to celebrate the Risen Christ and to fellowship with our BBC friends. There is no charge for the breakfast, but donations will be accepted. Please sign up at the Welcome Center. Our thanks to Frank and Janet Verny, Elsa Scott and all their helpers who will be preparing and serving the meal.

THE NEXT MEETING OF the Widow’s Might will be held on Thursday, April 28, at 12:30 p.m., at The Beacon Restaurant, on West Road in Orleans. Please make your reservations no later than Monday, April 25, by contacting Elizabeth Covell. New members are welcome anytime.

THE WOMEN’S BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP will meet on Thursday, April 28, at 1:00 p.m., in the Conference Room. The group will discuss Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese. All women are welcome.

ARE YOU AN OVERWHELMED CAREGIVER? The Family Caregiver Support Program at Elder Services of Cape Cod & the Islands provides assistance with counseling, support groups, caregiver trainings and referrals to community resources at no charge. If you are caring for someone over the age of 60, someone with dementia or a disabled person who is not your child, or are a grandparent caring for a child under 18, you may be eligible. Call 508-394-4630, 1-800-244-4630 or e-mail caregiver@escci.org to set up an in-home or telephone assessment.

THE CARING CUPBOARD continues to be a busy place, and all the donations we have received are appreciated. Ongoing we are in need of cold cereals, ketchup, cooking oils, muffin mixes, rice mixes, and brownie mixes.

HELP THE HOMELESS PREVENTION COUNCIL by purchasing gift cards for Stop & Shop or Shaw’s after the worship services. They may be purchased in the office.

REMINDER:  ARTICLES FOR THE March issue of The Beacon must be submitted no later than Wednesday, February 9.  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.

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

THE WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP will meet on Wednesday, February 9, at 9:30 a.m. in Fellowship Hall.  Coffee and refreshments will be served.  Our speaker will be Linda Bradstreet from The Council of Churches.  She directs the program, “Bridge to Hope,” a monitoring program for women making the transition from the Barnstable County Correctional Facility to home.  It provides women the unique opportunity to develop a mutual relationship between mentee and mentor, which will create encouragement, self-sufficiency, and successful community reentry.  All women are most cordially invited to come and hear about this ministry.  Jesus said, “When you did it to the least of my brothers and sisters, you were doing it for me.”  (Matthew 25:40)

CHURCH WOMEN UNITED of Cape Cod Human Rights Celebration will be held on Friday, February 11, at 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Victory Parish Center in Centerville.  The cost is $10, which includes lunch; the deadline for reservations is Tuesday, February 8.  Check the posters on our bulletin boards or contact Bev Johnson for details.

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES? We are looking for a few people willing to serve our children.  Please consider helping in the nursery at the 11:00 a.m. service or as a substitute for the Mom-to-Mom group on Thursday mornings, from 9:15 –11:30 a.m.  If you can help at either of these times, please contact Jeni Byrne or drop by the nursery after worship and leave your contact information.  Thank you!

COPIES OF THE 2010 ANNUAL REPORT may be found on the table in the lobby.  You may take one copy per household, but please don’t forget to bring it to the Annual Meeting. (Tuesday, February 8:  Dinner – 5:30 p.m.; Annual Meeting – 7:00 p.m.)

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A CHURCH HOME? You are invited to explore your Christian journey—past, present and future—during an informal orientation session on February 13, at 1:00 p.m., in Fellowship Hall. At that time, Pastor Doug will present an overview of BBC’s vision, mission and what we believe as American Baptists.  The New Member Class will begin on February 20, at 9:45 a.m., in the Conference Room. Hopefully, all your questions about BBC will be answered by Pastor Mary.  In this class, the basic core concepts of being a Christian and growing in your faith will be explored.  Baptism Sunday will be held on May 15.  This is for new members who have never been baptized in Christ or for those who have been baptized but feel they want to recommit as a more informed believer.  New members will be welcomed at the worship services on May 22.

Often people assume they are members of BBC because they attend regularly, contribute financially and may even volunteer for one or more activities.  They come from other religious traditions where the membership process is different.  Here at BBC, there is a specific process to be followed to become a member and join the church family.  If you are unsure of whether or not you are a member, please call the church office to inquire.  If you learn that you have not “officially” joined BBC, we hope you will take steps to become a member soon.

THE NEXT MEN’S MINISTRY breakfast will be held on Saturday, February 19, at 8:00 a.m., in Fellowship Hall.  After breakfast, Pastor Mary Scheer will tell of her experiences while deployed as an Air Force Chaplain in Saudi Arabia.  Make reservations today at the Welcome Center or contact Bill Carter.

THE WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY is returning!  Patti Ricotta is back from Africa and is ready to go.  This winter our study will center on the subject of prayer, beginning on Friday, February 11, at 10:00 a.m., in the Lounge.  This study is set up so that each chapter stands alone.  So please come even if you have to miss a week or two.  Women of all ages are welcome.  Contact Nancy Smith if you have questions OR if you need childcare.  Coffee and tea are provided.

THE NEXT FAMILY FUN NIGHT is scheduled for Saturday, February 12, from 5–8:00 p.m.  We will begin with a potluck supper (please bring a salad, main dish or dessert to share) and follow with activities for all ages.  In honor of Valentine’s Day, wearing read is encouraged.  If you have questions, please contact Jeni Byrne.

PLEASE PICK UP YOUR COPY OF THE February 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.

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.

YOU CAN NOW SUBSCRIBE to our weekly e-mail newsletter, The Buzz from BBC.  To subscribe, visit www.brewsterbaptistchurch.org and use the sign-up on the left side of any page on the website.  You may also call the church office with your e-mail address.

IF YOU HAVE A SPECIAL NEED FOR PRAYER, please let the All-Church Prayer Chain know so they can share your burdens with a concentrated prayer effort.  Make certain you have permission from the person(s) in need of prayer, and then caontact either Priscilla Carter or Judy Heath.  If they are not available, you may call the church office.  There are many uplifting prayers on our web site.  Reading them may be an immediate comfort.  Visit http://www.brewsterbaptistchurch.org/prayers/.

BEFORE ATTENDING THE ANNUAL MEETING on Tuesday, February 8, at 7:00 p.m., plan to come a little early at 5:30 p.m. and satisfy your desire for a bit of Italy!  Our in-house Italian chef, Elsa Scott, ably assisted by Suzanne Clowry, will create a “squisito” chicken parmesan dinner.  Reservations are necessary.  Please sign up at the Welcome Center by January 31.  A free-will offering will be received.

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A CHURCH HOME? You are invited to explore your Christian journey—past, present and future—during an informal orientation session on February 13, at 1:00 p.m., in Fellowship Hall. At that time, Pastor Doug will present an overview of BBC’s vision, mission and what we believe as American Baptists.  The New Member Class will begin on February 20, at 9:45 a.m., in the Conference Room. Hopefully, all your questions about BBC will be answered by Pastor Mary.  In this class, the basic core concepts of being a Christian and growing in your faith will be explored.  Baptism Sunday will be held on May 15.  This is for new members who have never been baptized in Christ or for those who have been baptized but feel they want to recommit as a more informed believer.  New members will be welcomed at the worship services on May 22.

Often people assume they are members of BBC because they attend regularly, contribute financially and may even volunteer for one or more activities.  They come from other religious traditions where the membership process is different.  Here at BBC, there is a specific process to be followed to become a member and join the church family.  If you are unsure of whether or not you are a member, please call the church office to inquire.  If you learn that you have not “officially” joined BBC, we hope you will take steps to become a member soon.

CHURCH WOMEN UNITED of Cape Cod Human Rights Celebration will be held on Friday, February 11, at 10:00 a.m., at Our Lady of Victory Parish Center in Centerville.  The cost is $10, which includes lunch; the deadline for reservations is Tuesday, February 8.  Check the posters on our bulletin boards or call Bev Johnson (508-896-5408) for details.

LIFE CHOICE HOSPICE IS OFFERING an eight-week Grief and Loss Support Group, free and open to the community.  The meetings will be held at the EPOCH Assisted Living at Brewster Place, 855 Harwich Road in Brewster, from 10:30 a.m. to noon on eight consecutive Mondays starting February 7, ending March 28.  Meetings will be co-facilitated by Rev. Dr. Lee Vermont and Kathy Clouther, LCSW.  For any questions or additional information, please contact Kathy Clouther, hospice social worker, at 508-896-1152.

ORDERED MAGNETIC NAME BADGES (and paper name badges) may be found at the end of the Welcome Center.

THE CARING CUPBOARD continues to be a busy place, and all the donations we have received are appreciated.  Ongoing we are in need of cold cereals, non-refrigerated canned hams, hash, ketchup, and cooking oils.