On The Way to Bethlehem
BSUMC Advent/Christmas Theme

This Advent season, we’re setting out On the Way to Bethlehem, inspired by Rob Fuquay’s powerful reflections. Each step of our journey shines with themes of hope, peace, joy, love, care, and return, drawing us closer to the heart of Christmas. Together, let’s prepare to embrace the wonder and light that await us in the manger!

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Poinsettia In Memory or In Honor

Add a touch of holiday warmth to our sanctuary by dedicating a poinsettia from Johnson’s Greenhouse in honor or memory of a loved one. These beautiful poinsettias, available for $25 each, will be displayed during our Cantata service on December 15th and can be taken home afterward. Any remaining plants will be moved to Memorial Hall for later pickup.

To order, simply click the “Purchase” button below and select the “Congregational Engagement” fund from the dropdown menu. Remember to include “IMO” (In Memory Of) or “IHO” (In Honor Of) along with the names in the memo. Orders with payment are due by December 11, 2024. You may also mail checks to the church office or bring them to church with “IMO” or “IHO” in the memo line. If you have any questions, reach out to Pastor Tracy or Gibson Palmes.

All funds collected will support ministry projects led by the 2025 Congregational Engagement Work Team (formerly Nurture).

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Advent Events: Preparing Our Hearts for Christmas

Advent Bible Study led by the Pastor, 12 pm Wednesdays Nov. 27th, Dec. 4th, Dec. 11th, Dec. 18th - Conference Room

Sunday School Classes, 10 am Sundays
Children's Sunday School  - Kid's Street (2nd Floor Education Bldg)
Youth Sunday School - Kid's Street (2nd Floor Education Bldg)
Young Adults/Couples - Teen Alley (2nd Floor Education Bldg)
Foundations Class - 2nd Floor (Main Church)

Contemporay Class - Conference Room (1st Floor Main Church)

Monday, December 2nd, 7:30 pm - Mitchell Community College Band - Shearer Hall, Statesville Campus Mitchell College

Wednesday, December 4th, 5:30 pm - Humpday Hangout, Meal: Pancakes! - Broad Street UMC Memorial Hall

Saturday, December 14th, 5-8 pm - Walk to the Stable, One Night Only, Inclues Soup Dinner, New Salem UMC, 155 New Salem Road, Statesville, NC

Sunday, December 15th, 5 pm - Handel's Messiah - Williamson's Chapel UMC, Mooresville 

Sunday, December 15th, 6 pm - A Christmas Concert: Endless Esperance - First Presbyterian Church, Statesville 

Monday, December 16th, 6:30 pm - Charlotte Bronze Handbell Ensemble Concert - Broad Street UMC Sanctuary

Thursday, December 19th, 11 am - BSUMC Preschool Christmas Program - Broad Street UMC Memorial Hall

Sunday, December 22nd, 10 am - Children's Love Feast - Kid's Street (2nd Floor Education Bldg)

Sunday, December 22nd, 4 pm - Christmas Caroling - Meet at Broad Street UMC Parking Lot

Advent Sunday Worship

December 1, 2024 - HOPE
9 am The Well (Memorial Hall)
11 am Traditional Service (Sanctuary)
1st Sunday of Advent & Holy Communion
Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-16 & Luke 21:25-36
Sermon: Rome - A Place of Longing

 

December 8, 2024 - PEACE
9 am The Well (Memorial Hall)
11 am Traditional Service (Sanctuary)
2nd Sunday of Advent
Scripture: Psalm 85:8-13 & Isaiah 40:1-11
Sermon: Jerusalem - A Place of Waiting

 

December 15, 2024 - JOY
11 am Traditional Service (Sanctuary)
3rd Sunday of Advent
Scripture: Luke 1:26-38
Special Service: Christmas Cantata "Heart of a Shepherd"

 

December 22, 2024 - LOVE
9 am The Well (Memorial Hall)
11 am Traditional Service (Sanctuary)
4th Sunday of Advent
Scripture: Micah 5:2-5 & Luke 2:1-7
Sermon: Bethlehem - A Place of Humility

 

December 24, 2024 - CHRISTMAS EVE
4:30 PM Scratch Christmas Pageant (Memorial Hall)
5 PM Jingle Mingle (Memorial Hall)
6 PM Candlelight Service (Sanctuary)
11 PM Candlelight & Communion Service (Sanctuary)
Scripture: Luke 2:1-20
Sermon: The Manager - A Place of Care

 

December 29, 2024
11 am Traditional Service (Sanctuary)
1st Sunday after Christmas
Service of Lessons & Carols
Epiphany Sunday
January 5, 2025, 11 AM Worship & 12 PM Lunch

Join Us for a Joyful Epiphany Celebration with Bishop Ken Carter!

Begin the new year with us at Broad Street UMC for a very special Epiphany Sunday! We’re thrilled to welcome Bishop Ken Carter, who will join us to lead worship and celebrate Holy Communion. This will be an uplifting start to 2025, as we gather to reflect on the light of Christ and what it means for our lives.

What’s Epiphany All About?

In the United Methodist Church, Epiphany is a time of discovery and joy. It celebrates the moment the Magi, or wise men, visited Jesus, following a star that led them to recognize the true light of God in the world. Epiphany reminds us that Jesus is here for everyone, inviting each of us to seek and share God’s love. Observed right after the Christmas season, this day helps us begin the year with hearts open to new beginnings and fresh purpose.

Start the Year with Meaning and Community

This Epiphany Sunday will offer a beautiful chance to connect with one another, renew our faith, and look forward to all the ways we can shine Christ’s light in the world this year. Join us for this joyful time together—we can’t wait to see you and celebrate as a community!