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Welcome to Broad Street Ministry's online newsletter, BROADcast!
JULY 2010 EDITION!
Worship @ BSM--July 2010
EVERY Sunday @ 6p.m.
followed by a delicious free dinner!
BSM strives to be a warm, inclusive faith community to people who wish to worship God, build relationships between neighbors, and explore the mysteries of faith. You are invited to join us, for any or all parts of worship, every Sunday evening.
We also extend table fellowship by eating dinner together following each service--a chance for you to know and be known by others in this community.
FREE PARKING is available along the south side of Pine Street! b/t Broad and 13th St. Pick up a parking permit from the church and throw on dashboard--or download it from the BSM website by clicking here.
Sunday July 4th:
Focus Text: Psalm 30
Music Offered by: Wendy Gaynor & Co.
Meditation offered by Liam O'Donnell
Sunday July 11th:
Focus Text: Colossians 1:1-14
Music Offered by: Motley Order Choir
Meditation offered by Erika Funk
Sunday July 18th:
Focus Text: Luke 10:38-42
Music Offered by: Aimee Wilson & Co.
Meditation offered by Bill Golderer
Sunday July 25th:
Focus Text: Genesis 18:20-32
Music Offered by: TBA
Meditation offered by Bill Golderer
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Have you been to one of BSM's Open Tables groups yet?
These groups have been going on for about a month and will continue through the summer. They’re a great opportunity to get to know others around Broad Street Ministry, have some fun, and to give back to the community. July meeting days are as follows:
Movement Group:
Group Leaders: Vinchelle Woods, Jennifer Abernathy
Tuesday July 13th and Tuesday July 27th, 7:30pm at BSM
Arts and Culture Group:
Group Leaders: Greg Moore, Lauren Russell
Mondays, July 12, 19, and 26th, 6pm at BSM
Community Activism Group:
Group Leaders: Alessandro Gianesini, Andre Cureton
Tuesday July 8th and Tuesday July 22nd, 7:30pm at BSM
For more details about each Open Table group, click here.
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YOU ARE INVITED...
to BSM's July NO BARRIERS DINNER!
July 28th 6 p.m.-7:30p.m.
We have been having a grand ol' time lately at No Barriers Dinners, with special themes, entertaining live music, and unique creations of our master chef, Marcel.
July is no different! Come join us in our Cathedral Dining Room for more music, conversation, and culinary masterpieces.
We hope that you'll join us...your presence is what makes this meal so special, month after month.
What you can bring:
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that friend who needs a night out
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that co-worker who's new to town and needs to connect with people
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that neighbor down the block who greets you every morning on your way to work
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and most of all, bring your own beautiful, brilliant, wonderful self.
It's magical...you won't want to miss it.
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LAST MONDAYS: What a Show!
BSM, in collaboration with Hybridge Arts Collective, hosted the first of hopefully many Last Monday gatherings on June 28th.
Art-enthusiasts from all over Philly enjoyed a yummy dinner, each others' company at round tables, and four diverse pieces of performance art, all for just $5!
We can't wait for YOU to join us this month on Monday, July 26th at 7 p.m. for a new round of performances, most of them Live Arts Festival sneak peeks! $5 at the door.
Questions? Want to get involved?
Check out a special review by Becca Blake on the blog by clicking here.
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SENIOR BOXES UPDATE:
from our very own Shawn Hyska
On Tuesday, June 17th, 20 of our neighbors came and received supplemental food boxes from the federal government through our partnership with Philabundance. In total almost 700 lbs of food were distributed in less than one hour. For July we are anticipating the number of boxes distributed to double.
Working to help people not just "get by" but to flourish and live an abundant life is something we deeply care about here at BSM. This is one very important way to do that.
To qualify for the program, people must be a resident of Philadelphia, at least 60 years of age, and earn income at or below 130% of the Federal Poverty Income guidelines.
So, spread the word!
If you have questions about senior boxes, know someone who meets the qualifications above, or want to sign up,
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We Need YOUR Help!
Breaking Bread is in urgent need of several kinds of supplies...and there's an easy way to help...
You can always donate art supplies, NEW womens' underwear in larger sizes and NEW or GENTLY USED mens' jeans and t-shirts by dropping them off during office hours or on Wednesday and Sunday nights.
But now there is an even EASIER way to help us supplement the services provided at Breaking Bread:
Donate a gift certificate from Target or Macy's and program leaders will be able to go out and get exactly what is needed.
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CHECKING IN...
with the Youth Initiative!
The Youth Initiative, one of many thriving programs at BSM, hosts youth groups from around the world on-site at BSM for one week "mission trips", and is now in its third year of operation.
Visiting youth work with a variety of organizations, some directly social service related, some educational programs, and some organizations concerned with ecological responsibility and urban living.
Youth also go on a different tours of Philadelphia, including a walking tour led by Andre Cureton, and a "reality tour" in North Philly in conjunction with the Kensington Welfare Rights Union.
After a day of service projects and educational experiences, youth come home to BSM to debrief the day and participate in evening worship.
More than just a mission trip, the Youth Initiative provides youth with an immersion experience of life and ministry in an urban setting.
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2010 Summer Staff, L to R: Lindsey, Trip, Devin, Kate, Johnny, & Andy
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