ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 30, 2012
UPCOMING EVENTS
Stuart Briscoe is coming to Brooklife! – February 5 – Stuart Briscoe is a minister-at-large for Elmbrook Church and international speaker and author. He is also a good friend of Brooklife. Welcome Stuart!
Annual Meeting – February 5 at 11:45 am. The meeting will last about 40 minutes and there will be childcare provided. Those who are part of the Membership Community are especially asked to attend in order to approve the 2012 budget. All are welcome, however.
Annual Report available – Please stop by the Info Kiosk to pick up a copy of the 2011 Annual Report. The 2012 proposed Budget is part of this report. If you have any questions regarding the report, please contact the elders, elders@brooklife.org.
It's coming! – We can’t say anything yet, but make sure to be here February 26th!
Love and Logic is back – We will be offering the Love and Logic parenting classes beginning Febuary 6 - March 26 from 6-8 pm. Sign up at Info Kiosk or email: Laura.
Elder Nominations – If you are a part of the Membership Community, you are invited to submit nominations for 2 positions on the Council of Elders. Please submit any nominations in writing to the Council of Elders, elders@brooklife.org by Sunday, February 12.
NEXT – If you’re new to Brooklife and want to know more about Brooklife and how to get connected, this one-session class called Next is the perfect place for you. February 12 at 10:30 am in the adult classroom. Questions? Contact: Joe.
Financial Peace – Weekly February 20-May 21. In the fall 28 families graduated from FPU, paying off over $156,000! Come join us to see what God has in store for your finances. Contact: Marilyn or sign up in the lobby February 5 or 12. There will be a preview class on February 12 in the small conference room.
DivorceCare – A 13-week support group at Brooklife for those experiencing separation or divorce. Mondays, February 6-May 7 from 6-8 pm in Conference 1. There is a $20 fee for new members which includes the workbook. Childcare is available with pre-registration. Contact: LuAnn, 262-378-4285.
Marriage 101 – Whether you have been married 1 month, 50 years, or anything in between, healthy skills are very important for a successful marriage. Brooklife Marriage Ministry is offering a half-day workshop on Saturday, March 3 from 9 am-noon, designed to teach practical skills in communication and conflict management. Contact: LuAnn, 262-378-4285.
Easter Choir – Interested in being part of a choir during our Easter services? Contact: Jessica.
OUTREACH
Free Blood Pressure Screening – Do yourself a favor and have your blood pressure screened February 12 between services in the lobby by the office.
Outreach Music Ministry – Do you enjoy traditional music and have a passion to share it with others? An outreach music ministry is now being formed to serve those outside of the church. Contact: John.
SERVE
Staging Team – We are looking for painters, builders, sewers, and general helpers to be part of the Brooklife staging team. We will be changing the look of our stage in the auditorium 3 to 4 times yearly. The first change will be taking place the last week in March. Contact: Jeremy or Jessica.
Facility Hosts – We are looking for people interested in joining our Host Team for community events in our facility. Responsibilities include being on site to assist groups, unlocking doors, making coffee, and answering questions etc. Interested? Contact: Jennifer, 378-4470 x221.
Wedding Coordinators – We are looking for people interested in being on the Wedding Coordinator Team. Training is provided. Interested? Contact: Jennifer, 378-4470 x221.
WOMEN
Sweet Monday – February 6 – An event for women of all ages. Come to the spectacular Valentines event, Don’t We Love to Talk, from 7-9 pm in the Brooklife Café. Enjoy sweet treats, speakers and lots of fun. Bring a friend or just your sweet self. Come, be encouraged and inspired with us!
KIDLIFE
Preschool Family Movie & P.J. Night – Come watch An Easter Carol, Saturday, March
10, 5:30-7:30 pm in the Xplorer classroom. Preschoolers with their families are welcome.
Snacks will be provided. Don’t forget your pajamas!
SuperStart – March 2-3 for 4th & 5th graders. The cost is $90. Pick up a flyer in your classroom or at the Info Kiosk for more details.
STUDENTS
Dash Middle School Ministry – Dash middle school ministry is meeting Sunday, February 5 from 3:30-5 pm in The Landing. Grab a friend and come on over! Come early and hang out from 3-3:30 pm. Questions? Contact: Mark.
No Status Sunday February 5 – Enjoy the Super Bowl. See you next week!
Status Winter Extreme – Join us February 17-19. The cost is $138. Pick up a brochure at the Info Kiosk for more details.
GENERAL
Nursing moms or families with restless kids – Take advantage of our Family Room located near the Kidlife check-in. There is a video feed of the sermon available. Please also take advantage of our wonderful Kidlife ministries designed specifically for kids of all ages.
Trouble hearing? – We have hearing units available. Just ask one of our ushers, and we would be glad to get you one.
Messages updated online – If you missed a Sunday, or want to listen to a message again, the messages are now updated on this website and podcast.
Need a Bible? – If you need a bible you're welcome to take the one below your seat. It's our gift to you.
Offering Envelopes – If you use the offering envelopes for cash giving to Brooklife and would like to receive a giving statement at the end of the year, please make sure to legibly write your full name and address on the offering envelope.
Direct Deposit Giving – Would you like to give your offering through direct deposit? Pick up a form at the info kiosk or contact: Marilyn.
Help Brooklife Raise Money – By using www.goodsearch.com (instead of Yahoo or Google) and selecting Brooklife Church as your charity, they will donate money to Brooklife, just by doing your searches through them. We also are collecting Campbell's soup labels. Pick up a card at the info kiosk listing eligible products.
Need prayer? – Email the Prayer Team with prayer requests, and you will be prayed for by our prayer team. Please indicate in your email if you would like your prayer request kept confidential.
Our office hours – Monday - Thursday, 8 am-4 pm.