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Tornado Relief: As communities in Oklahoma, Texas and other U.S. states reel from the devastation of tornadoes, remember that The United Methodist Church has a system in place for responding. At this time, the most important ways that concerned individuals can help is through prayer and financial assistance. You can support UMCOR US Disaster Response, Advance #901670, with your online gift. 100% of your donation will go to those affected by devastating tornadoes. You can also make an immediate $10 donation, text the word RESPONSE to 80888.

LET THE GAMES BEGIN: On Pentecost Sunday the pastors of Broadway invited the congregation to play a game. The object of the game is to celebrate the gift of the Spirit that is alive in all people. And to get other people to "like" your celebration. You celebrate someone by posting their photo on our facebook page along with a few words about what you value in that person. At the end of every month, the person who has received the most "likes" for their posting(s) will receive a prize to be announced in worship on the first Sunday of the following month. At the end of the summer (early September) the grand prize winner will receive a very special prize that Rev. Rachel will bring back from her Sabbatical.

African Dance Class: Iibada Dance Company is sponsoring an African Dance Class at Broadway UMC on Mondays from 6:40 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. The class is open to the community and is for dancers of all levels. Learn some of the history of various dances, fundamental movements, and rhythms. Classes are taught by Ronne Stone; cost is $8 per class, $28 for four weeks, or $60 for 10 weeks.

Monday Bible Study Will Resume July 1st!: Bible Study with Rev. Mike Mather will will resume on Monday, July 1st, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in Room 104 at Broadway UMC.

Reconciling Ministry Network of Indiana Dinner - Friday, June 7th: Reconciling Ministry Network of Indiana (RMN-Indiana) will host their Dinner at Annual Conference on Friday, June 7th, from 5:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at North United Methodist Church (3808 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis). Sue Laurie of First United Methodist Church in Arlington Heights will serve as guest speaker at the event. Tickets are $20/person, and guests are asked to RSVP by May 23rd. For more information or to register online, please visit here.

Applications Are Being Accepted for Broadway’s Day Camp: Day Camp is being held from June 17th - 21st at Marott Park (7350 North College Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46220). Children who have completed Kindergarten to Sixth Grade are encouraged to attend. It is a wonderful time to learn about God’s world and make new friends. Registration forms are available at the front desk of the church office or online. They must be returned by Monday, June 10th.

Light of Broadway - Young Adult Outreach: Anyone age 17+ who is interested in being a part of The Light of Broadway: Young Adult Outreach is encouraged to gather in Room 308 on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Keep up with The Light of Broadway on Facebook where information is shared regarding upcoming meetings, events, and pictures. If you would like more information about the group or how you can get involved, please contact Ricky Ward.

BUMS 2013 Softball: Broadway is preparing to field its 24th softball team! We welcome you to be a part of this great team (men and women above age 16). We need a core group of players who will commit to playing each Sunday afternoon (beginning June 9th or 16th).You will be contacted once the final schedule is in place. Don’t delay! Get involved in the “new and improved” 2013 Broadway Softball Team.

“Camina Conmigo” Guatemala Trip 2014: The 2014 “Camina Conmigo” (Walk with Me) Guatemala Trip will take place March 29th - April 6th, 2014. If you would like more information, please contact Duane Carlisle.

Commercial Wheelchair Lift: Plans are underway to install a commercial wheelchair lift at the steps in front of the Parlor kitchen. Though challenges exist throughout the building, this area, specifically, has presented an unsafe passage for many. An initiative has been taken to raise funds for it’s installment, so please contact Joanne Solomon or David Wines for opportunities to be a part of this effort!

The Property Committee is also involved in the fund raising effort by recruiting participants for the “Energizing Indiana” home energy assessments. The assessment is open to ALL Indiana counties, so we hope to extend our reach to all families and friends of Broadway to participate in this fund raising opportunity. For every assessment completed for a Broadway household, the church will receive $25 for the “accessibility fund,” which will go toward installing the wheelchair lift. Flyers are available in the church office, along with a sign-up sheet, if you would like more information or to begin scheduling your assessment.

Judith Snow at Broadway: Judith Snow, MA, is a social innovator and an advocate for Inclusion -- communities that welcome the participation of a wide diversity of people. Here is the video of Judith during the Celebration Service!

Broadway Perspectives: Todd Fuqua created a video to show the positive impact that Broadway UMC has on communities! BUMC Perspectives

Music Ministry at Broadway: Our Chancel Choir and Handbell Choir have rehearsals on Wednesdays evenings. Bell Choir meets from 6:30-7:15 p.m. in Room 207, and Chancel Choir meets from 7:30-9:00 p.m. in Beck Hall. If you are interested in participating in the music ministry at Broadway, please contact Schuyler Brinson, Minister of Music, or join us for our first rehearsal. We would love to have you join us!

Broadway in Guatemala: Members of various mission teams share about their week with Mission Guatemala and their experiences on their Guatemala mission trip. Video

Broadway Presents Artist Series - Upcoming Events: website.

Celebration: Please join us at 9:30 a.m. in the Community Room.

Community Conversation Video: Dennis Ryerson, Vice President and Editor of The Indianapolis Star, joined Rev. Mike Mather for a "community conversation" about education during worship at Broadway on April 25th. Watch the video.