Bridgewater
United Methodist Church
651 Country Club Rd
Bridgewater, NJ 08807
(908) 526-1414

We
strive to be a community
where people
come to believe deeply in
Jesus Christ,
belong to the community of
faith which
seeks
to transform the world for
Christ,
and become the people that
God is calling us to
be.
We seek to model an
intentionally
inclusive
community where everyone is
welcome!
Ash Wednesday is February 17--2010
There will be a special service with the imposition of ashes at 7:30pm. Ashes are also available at the healing prayer service this day at 12 noon.
Lenten Small Group Study
No single event in human history has received more attention than the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth. In this book, Adam Hamilton guides us through the last twenty-four hours of Jesus' life. Each chapter is designed to help the reader experience and understand the significance of Jesus' suffering and death in a way you have never done before. Whether readers are long-time Christians or simply curious about the story of Christ's crucifixion, they are invited to join the author in retracing the last 24 hours of Jesus' life.
CHAPTER TITLES:
The Last Supper
The Garden of Gethsemane
Condemned by the Righteous
Jesus, Barabbas, and Pilate
The Torture and Humiliation of the King
The Crucifixion
Christ the Victor
Choose the group that fits your schedule and then contact the
facilitator or Rev. Christina (526-1414 ext 6) to let them know you will be there or sign your name in Fellowship Hall! Books will be available in Rev. Christina’s office for $13; the daily devotional (optional) is $8.
Groups meet for 5 weeks beginning after Ash Wednesday, February 17.
Day & Time Place & Facilitator(s)
Sunday 11:00 am BUMC - Room 25 Kathy Schulz
Sunday 7:00 pm Homes of Youth & Advisors Cathi Reckenbeil
For Youth
Tuesday 5:15 pm BUMC - Youth Room;
Shared Leadership; Childcare provided
Tuesday 7:30 pm Lynne & Bob Kinch , Bridgewater
Wednesday 7:30 pm BUMC Youth Room Rev. Vicki Brendler
Thursday 10:00 am Maxine Carley, Bridgewater
Thursday 1:30 pm Lori McManus, Flemington
Thursday 7:30 pm Rev. Christina Zito, Bridgewater
Friday 7:30 pm Davidson/Walton, Hillsborough
Saturday 9:00 am BUMC - Room 25 Roger Clayton
Men’s Group
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Worship Schedule
8:15 am—Chapel Worship
45 minute intimate worship experience
with weekly communion & full sermon
Nursery Care Provided
9:30am—Traditional Worship
Organ, Sanctuary Choir and other traditional music groups,
weekly communion, & sermon
Nursery Care provided, Sunday School for ages 3-adult (a new class!)
11:00am—Journey 4 Life
Foundation Praise Team, Drama, Multi-generational worship,
weekly communion, & sermon
Nursery Care provided, Sunday School for ages 3-5th grade
and Kathy Schulz’ adult class |

Learning about our faith!
(all held at BUMC)
- Men's Study on 2nd & 4th Saturdays at 9am.
- Adult Sunday Classes at 9:30am and 11am.
- Drop-in Bible studies on Tuesdays at 10am and 7:30pm.
- DISCIPLE Bible Study 3 on Wednesdays at 7pm.
- Youth Bible Study every other Wednesday at 6pm
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Sunday School
is in session !
Session at 9:30am for age 3- adults!
Session at 11 for age 3-5th grade
+ adults
Please call the church office (908) 526-1414 ext.0
or email at
office@bridgewaterumc.org
Terrific Tuesday
our Music and Arts ministry for children and youth
Please email the church office (above) or Anita Walton at
awalton@bridgewaterumc.org

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A Stephen Ministry
Congregation!
 

Is God calling you
to be a
Stephen Minister?
Contact Rev. Christina
czito@bridgewaterumc.org |
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The church in Mission
working on Katrina relief...
These are some pictures
from our trip January 10-16, 2010
to WAVELAND, MS!



Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper

February 16th
5:00 to 7:00 pm
Tickets are available between services in February,
at Terrific Tuesday dinners, or by calling the church office. |

Journey to the Holy Lands!
January 18, 2011 begins a 10 day tour!
Only $1998/person--includes airfare, hotels, and most meals!
Drop by the church for a brochure!
Significant discounts for early booking! |
Current Sermon Series:
Seven Deadly Sins
Presented From:
January 3, 2010 to February 14, 2010
The Seven Deadly Sins. We've all heard of them, but what are they, and what makes them so "deadly"? In this important series we'll explore the insidious nature of these specific sins. We'll see how easily they creep into our lives, and we'll learn how to avoid their grip - or to break free from them. Finally, each week we'll experience powerful reminders of the corresponding virtues, and leave worship strengthened to lead lives of peace, joy and hope.
Lust – Feb. 14
Join us for Worship
8:15am, Chapel Worship
9:30am, Traditional Worship
11:00am, Journey 4 Life |
Update on Haiti Relief Collection: We have prepared 400 health kits which are enroute to Mission Central for distribution within the next couple of weeks! So far we have collected $6500. and have a number of significant amounts that will be due at the end of the Weight Loss Challenge! Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the people! Please be sure to write “Haiti Relief” in the memo on your check. Anyone who has donated since January 11th for Haiti Relief and would like the tax credit for 2009 instead of for 2010, please contact John Kratunis, our financial secretary for documentation. You can leave a message for him at office@bridgewaterumc.org. Thanks for your help – feel free to ask your friends, co-workers and your neighbors to donate these items also. |
Children’s Corner Registration
for Fall 2010 has begun. If you are a member of BUMC and are interested in enrolling your child in our preschool, please contact Jeanne Alusik or Sue Fischerat the Children’s Corner office (908-526-9596) or email us at childbumc@verizon.net for an appointment to see the school. You can also visit our website at www.thechildrenscorner.org for more information.
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BUMC CARES MINISTRY: Helping all be purposefully employed!
Are you well connected in business, in human resources for your company, or know of openings for professionals in your business? OR Are you unemployed or under-employed? The CARES (Christian Action Resource and Employment Services) ministry of BUMC is junderway! The mission of this ministry is to be supportive of members of the congregation who are looking for meaningful employment for their lives. There is a bulletin board for connecting with one another in the main hallway between the Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall Check it out!
If you either have connections that can be helpful for this ministry, or are in need of finding out about a new employment opportunity, please email Gerry at gtamburro@aol.com. Thanks be to God for a church with so many resources for sharing!
Support Group
for Those Looking for Work
We now have a support group for those who are unemployed as they make the journey back to gainful employment! If you are interested please contact me vmbrendler@att.net This is a joint venture of the CARES network and our Stephen Ministers! |
GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES
February is Black History Month.
BUMC's Church and Society Committee presents
“Remember the Titans”
in the
Fellowship Hall
Saturday, February 20th
7:00 P.M. |

Serving This Sunday:
7:45 at Kitchen Window
Coffee, Tea, Juice, coffee cake, fresh fruit
9:00 a.m. Fellowship Hall:
Coffee, Tea, Juice, Eggs Your Way, Hash Brown Potatoes, Breakfast Sausage, Bagels, Lox and Cream Cheese, Coffee Cake
10:30 a.m. Fellowship Hall:
Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Juice, Eggs your way, Breakfast Sausage, Hash Brown Potatoes, Bagels, Lox and Cream Cheese, Coffee Cake, Fresh Fruit, Tomato Rice Soup, Chicken Noodle Soup, Taco Bar, Assorted Deserts.
12:00 Noon Fellowship Hall:
Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Juice, Eggs Your Way, Breakfast Sausage, Hash Browns, Tomato Macaroni Casserole, Tomato Rice Soup, Chicken Noodle Soup, Taco Bar, Assorted Deserts. |
Children are welcome at all services but Child Care is also available
(for those under 5) at all services

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