Building in the Least Likely Places

Matthew 15:1-18

Rev. Brian Kemp-Schlemmer, Pastor

Sunday worship at 8:30 & 10:30 AM.  Sunday School for kids PreK-5th grade held during the 10:30 service - begin with us in the Sanctuary.

Broadway would like to invite our people to share their stories through blogging. We know you all have a story or two about your faith journey and where you see God at work. There are many who would love to hear it and just like Pastor Brian’s message last week, your excitement may be the invitation for someone to come and see.

Some thoughts about content:

• Share your faith story (testimony).
• Share where you see God working in your own life or the lives of your neighbors down the street and around the world.
• Share how a Broadway ministry is impacting individual lives.
• Create a devotion around a favorite scripture passage.
• Write poetry or song lyrics.
• Add your own artwork or photography.

How to Submit a Blog

I have created a Google sheet with a blog schedule. Visit it and choose a date. You are now free to create. Feel free to talk with me, Shannon, or Pastor Brian if you would like some direction or feedback. Once you are finished send a pdf or the link to the online document to teresaf@broadwayunitedmethodist.com by the date you have selected. Be sure to attach photos or artwork. I can scan any illustrations here for inclusion. 

We will do our best to include your blog on the date you choose. I can’t wait to see what comes in.

Peace,
Teresa

You may have noticed that the front of the Sanctuary where the choir and bells sit now has new seating.  The pews that were in the area behind the piano and organ console have been replaced with more comfortable seating. The new seats allow Jan to adapt seating depending on choir size and configuration and provide a better look for the Praise Band seating than the folding chairs they were using. We thank the memorial committee for the gift from undesignated memorials to purchase the chairs.

All who are interested are welcome to join this Zoom discussion of the book Say Her Name: Black Women's Stories of Police Violence and Public Silence by Kimberlé Crenshaw and the African American Policy Forum. Say Her Name is a 2026 United Women in Faith Reading Program bonus book selection in the social action category.

How to Join
This is a book discussion through Zoom and reading the book in advance of the discussion is a requirement. In order to ensure a meaningful experience for all participants, we require that registrants commit to read the book prior to the discussion. All are welcome. There is no cost to participate. Space is limited and registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Card Shower
Macyl Reeves will celebrate her 90th birthday on February 4th. Macyl's family has invited her Broadway family to participate in a card shower to celebrate. Her address is 94 Wenwood Circle, CB, IA 51503.

9am-1 PM on Saturday, February 21 (coffee/gather starts at 8:30 AM)
Begin in the DeLong Lounge

Register by February 15

Friday 1-23-26
Office Closed
Philip's Cupboard will be closed today.

Saturday 1-24-26
10:00 AM Parent to Parent Under God (DeLong Lounge)

Sunday 1-25-26
8:30 AM Traditional Worship
9:30 AM Coffee and Conversation (DeLong Lounge)
10:30 AM Contemporary Worship/Sunday School (begin in worship)
12:00 PM Sock Hop Planning (DeLong Lounge)
5:00 PM Spiritual Practices for previous participants (DeLong Lounge)
6:00 PM Student Life Ministries - Breakthrough (203)
6:45 PM New Way Recovery Group (205)

Monday 1-26-26
12-2 PM Philip’s Cupboard Open (B-03)
6:30 PM Bibles at Barleys (100 Block)

Wednesday 1-28-26
4-6 PM Philip’s Cupboard Open
5:00 PM Meditation and Contemplation (Sanctuary)
5:00 PM Women’s Book Study (DeLong Lounge) - All are welcome.
6:00 PM Community Meal (Fellowship Hall)
6:30 PM Bell Rehearsal (B02)
6:30 PM Storytellers’ Workshop (205)
6:45 PM Kids Faith in Motion (Lower Level); Student Life (2nd Floor); Adult Small Group (DeLong Lounge)
7:30 PM Choir Rehearsal (B02)

Thursday 1-29-26
12:00 PM Soul Food for Men (DeLong Lounge) - All are welcome.
5:30 PM Praise Band Rehearsal (Sanctuary)
7:00 PM Gospel/Dixie Band Rehearsal (B02)

Friday 1-30-26
Office Closed
12-2 PM Philip’s Cupboard Open

Sunday 2-1-26
8:30 AM Traditional Worship
9:30 AM Coffee and Conversation (DeLong Lounge)
10:30 AM Contemporary Worship/Sunday School (begin in worship)
12:00 PM Worship Planning Team (DeLong Lounge)
6:00 PM Student Life Ministries - Breakthrough (203)
6:45 PM New Way Recovery Group (205)