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February 19

Broadway United Methodist Church
Summer of Joy - Joy as Resistance
This Sunday's Worship

This Sunday's Worship

Joy as Resistance

June 14, 2026
Scripture: Matthew 5:11-14
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.

Share your summer joys with us. Reply to this newsletter with your pictures or stories. You can also share on your social media with the hastags #SummerOfJoy and/or #BUMCCB.

For more infomation visit:

https://broadwayunitedmethodist.com/podcasts/media/2026-06-07-joy-as-faithfulness

June 4 Message
Popsicles in the Park Shared Broadway's Joy

Popsicles in the Park Shared Broadway's Joy

What does a warm day, a big box of popsicles, kids and a splash pad look like? FUN!  We met at the Fairmount Park Splash Pad last Wednesday night for some fellowship and icy treats.  21 adults and children convened on the splash pad and had a ton of fun!

We made some new friends, saw our old friends and shared some Broadway love with our community.  Overhead from one of our younger kids, "I bet since I've been playing in the water at the splash pad, I won't have to take a bath tonight!"  Mom quickly shot down that idea!

Save the date of 6/22 for a meet up at Kirn Park from 9-10:30 in a few weeks.  We'll get together and play on their awesome playground so the kids can connect with their church friends again! Water and snacks will be provided.  Hope to see you there!

Hero Hotline

Hero Hotline

2026 Vacation Bible School - Saturday, July 11, 2026

For Kids PreK-5th Grade
Join us in the Fellowship Hall on the lower level of the church for a full day of Vacation Bible School. Learn about the Heros of the Bible and discover your super powers and how you can use those to help others.

  • Lunch and Snacks Provided
  • Bar Soap Donation for Philip’s Cupboard
  • Water Fun to End the Day
Broadway Support Longfellow Elementary

Broadway Support Longfellow Elementary

by Johnny Lynn Williams

To wrap up this year’s support of Longfellow and the staff, the women of the Wednesday’s Women’s  Bible Study wrote personalized notes to the entire staff and provided treats to help them get through the hectic end of the year. What a wonderful amount of food and care they offered to the staff. Special thanks to the ladies for their time and effort for this important mission!

Parent to Parent Under God

Parent to Parent Under God

How to Help a Child With Anxiety - Saturday, June 13, 2026

Are you a parent who has been wondering if you’re “doing it right”? Do you feel lost when it comes to handling your kids’ anxiety on top of your own? No matter the age of your children, this group could be the place for you! This group of parents gather twice a month to support one another on the parenting journey as we learn about themselves and feel less alone. We’d love for you to join us, especially if you’ve been thinking about it and have been hesitant to take the step.

Our focus this month will be on anxiety and emotions - both our own and our kids'. We'll have a brief grounding practice, watch the video [https://youtu.be/bZuioqGM2Vs?is=JEukIZDHYuU0QJDQ] and then have some self and group reflection time. You're welcome to watch the video ahead of time if you would like.

Childcare will be provided in the nursery.

Contact Aliyah at aliyah@broadwayunitedmethodist.com for more information!

Broadway at Big Lake

Broadway at Big Lake

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Come and celebrate summer with Broadway at Big Lake. We meet at the shelter side of Big Lake Park (2600 N 8th Street).  If you can bring your own grilling item and a side dish or dessert to share.  Don't worry if you can't, there is alway extra. Table service and water will be provided.

After dinner, adults can gather for conversation while the kids meet up at the playground.

Announcements

Announcements

Iowa Annual Conference
When: Thursday, June 11 - Sunday, June 14, 2026
Where:  Mid-America Energy Rec Complex, West Des Moines, IA

Please keep Bishop Kennetha Bigham-Tsai, Rev. Kwang Song, SW District Superintendent, Pastor Brian, Amanda Smith in your prayers during the Annual Conference session. We also hold the conference staff, all District Superintendents, and the pastors and laity represent their churches. There is a livestream available to follow all events and procedures of Annual Conference.

Next Week at Broadway

Friday 6-11-26
Office Closed
12-2 PM Philip’s Cupboard Open (B03)

Saturday 6-13-26
10-11:30 Parent to Parent Under God (DeLong Lounge)

Sunday 6-14-26
8:30 AM Traditional Worship
9:30 AM Coffee and Conversation (DeLong Lounge)
10:30 AM Contemporary Worship/Sunday School (begin in worship)
5:00 PM Spiritual Practices (DeLong Lounge)
6:00 PM Student Life Youth Breakthrough (203)
6:45 PM New Way Recovery Group (205)

Monday 6-15-26
12-2 PM Philip’s Cupboard Open (B03)
3 PM Harmony Court Worship
6:30 PM Bibles at Barleys

Tuesday 6-16-26
10:00 AM Broadway Book Club (Community Gardens)

Wednesday 6-17-26
4-6 PM Philip’s Cupboard Open (B-03)
6-7:30 Broadway at Big Lake

Thursday 6-18-26
12:00 PM Soul Food Book Study for Men (DeLong Lounge)
5:30 PM Praise Band Rehearsal (Sanctuary)

Friday 6-19-26
Office Closed
12-2 PM Philip’s Cupboard Open (B03)

Sunday 6-21-26
8:30 AM Traditional Worship
9:30 AM Coffee and Conversation (DeLong Lounge)
10:30 AM Contemporary Worship/Sunday School (begin in worship)
5:00 PM Spiritual Practices (DeLong Lounge)
6:00 PM Student Life Breakthrough (203)
6:45 PM New Way Recovery Group (205)

For more infomation visit:

https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0?cid=b2ZmaWNlQGJyb2Fkd2F5dW5pdGVkbWV0aG9kaXN0LmNvbQ

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