Father, as we enjoy this holiday of independence we lift up our loved ones in the military to You in prayer.

Help us to remember the daily sacrifices that they and their families make to ensure our freedoms.

May they remember to cast their cares and burdens upon You. Instead of being anxious,

remind them to pray about everything.

Grant them peace that surpasses all understanding and guard their hearts and minds

in Christ Jesus. In His name we pray, Amen.

“Thank you” to those who have served, or are serving our country.Briarwood members killed in the line of duty:Lance Corporal Thomas E. Rivers, Jr., USMC

Corporal Stephen M. Wolchok, USMC

• June 29, 2018 •Briarwood WeeklyTHE

2200 Briarwood Way Birmingham, AL 35243205.776.5200 • info@briarwood.org briarwood.org

Join us for this special service of celebration as we thank our God for His

providence in bringing our country into being, honor our veterans and active

duty military, hear and sing stirring patriotic music featuring the Briarwood

Choir and Orchestra, and then enjoy special music

from Guy Penrod.

Guy Penrod

Make Nursery reservations at briarwood.org/nursery.

Free admission

WHEN: The Barn

starting Friday, Aug. 4 at 5:30 p.m.

For High School Students

COST: $65(includes meals,

activities) registration form due by July 22

*Non-refundable*

CONTACT: Student Ministries

776-5269 rlaster@briarwood.org

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Grace and peace. If there was ever a time

that we as Christians in particular, and the

evangelical church in general, should pause and

give thanks to the Lord for what He has done in

this nation as well as examine and learn what

the Lord has providentially accomplished in and

through America, that time is now.

This Sunday evening, July 1 at 6:00 p.m., we are extraordinarily blessed to

have Guy Penrod and his band who will fill the Worship Center with praise

and worship and a patriotic musical montage that will be an extraordinary

blessing. Each year this is a wonderful service, albeit a bit different this

year as I will be giving a ten-minute presentation (before Guy’s abbreviated

concert) that I will keep a surprise for now!

Please invite and bring along any and all who have served our country

in the Armed Forces as we honor our veterans and the era in which they

served. As many of you know, this is a highlight in the life of Briarwood and

a wonderful outreach event. But most of all, it is a time to praise God for His

providential blessings to our nation and to commit ourselves individually

and corporately as a congregation to a renewal of heart for a Gospel

awakening throughout our land. I look forward to being there with you.

For Christ, the Gospel and His Kingdom,

Sunday Morning - 8:00 and 10:55 a.m.XVIII. I Peter in Biblical Perspective

The Elect in the Exile“A Sojourner’s Journey”

I Peter 2:11–12Dr. Harry L. Reeder III

Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Christianity in America Celebration

Honoring our veterans and active duty militaryGuy Penrod, Guest Artist

Church-wide fellowship following the service.

Serving in the Nursery Sun., July 1

Mountain View

Pray for Gary and Jackie Burnett who train leaders for children’s ministry in Colombia. They travel to various towns and villages to provide training and to assist those trained to multiply the vision by training others. Pray also for those being trained to draw closer to the Lord and more dependent on His grace to work through them.

Dan & Peggy Rupple Mastermedia • California

Vicky Samaritano Cru • New York

Juan & Eva Barrientos World Reach • Peru

Kevin and Gretchen Scoleri Cru • Florida

Irene Bayne Campus Outreach • New Zealand

Joel Acevedo Hispanic Pastor • Leadership Team

Better Basics

June 30

July 1

July 2

July 3

July 4

July 5

Lord’s Day Worship Services

Prayer FocusGary & Jackie Burnett

ColombiaUnited World Mission

June 29

Steve AbernathyBriarwood Elder

Andrew ClarkBriarwood Deacon

Matt AbernathyBriarwood Deacon

Ben GreeneBriarwood Deacon

Gary and Carrie Runn Cru • Texas

Brad & Agi Baker Church Resource Ministries • Hungary

Mike & Dana Ball Cru • Florida/Intl

10-Minute Choir • Come to the choir loft 10 minutes before either morning service, practice an easy song (this week “America the Beautiful”), sing at the beginning of the service, then sit with your family. No age limit or experience needed.

Church Revitalization Ministry Prayer • All are welcome to gather for prayer Sun., July 1 at 5:00 p.m. in W202.

Help the Nursery • Make reservations for the Christianity in America Celebration (July 1) at briarwood.org/nursery.Fourth of July • Church and school offices will be closed Wed., July 4.

Persecuted Church Prayer • Sun., July 8 in G103 at 5:00 p.m. All are welcome to join us to pray for our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ.Summer Soccer Camp • July 9–13 Ambassadors (ages 7–14). Go to briarwoodsoccer.com for info and to register.

Men’s Summer studies • Choose Mondays at 11:45 a.m. at Moe’s BBQ or Wednesdays at 6:30 a.m. in the FH. Details for studies at briarwood.org/men.WOC Summer Drop In Bible Studies • Tues. at 9:30 a.m. and 6:15 p.m. in A202. Study dates are July 10 and 17. Nursery available in the morning study.

BYG/Raiders: Wed., July 11 • Raiders/BYG Barons Game from 6:30–10:00 p.m. Sign-up by Fri., July 6 at briarwood.org/youth. Cost $5; drop-off/pick-up at The Barn.

Lost & Found • The Briarwood Ballet will present their summer showcase on Fri., July 13 at 7:30 p.m. at the Barbara B. Barker Fine Arts Auditorium. Tickets $8 at briarwood.org/balletevents.

Summer Fun for Kids • There’s something for all kids K5–12th grade at Briarwood this summer! See a listing of all activities at briarwood.org/summerkids.

Do you play guitar? • We are looking for someone to play guitar and sing with the two-year-old SS class. What a great way to use your talents and show God’s love to His little ones. Contact acraig@briarwood.org or call 776-5214.

Sunday School Teacher needed • Two-year-old class. We’d love to have someone who could commit to teaching year round. This gives the kids the best stability for learning. Email nurseryss@briarwood.org for more information.2018–19 School Year • Are you planning to hold your child back? Please let Raleigh Macoy know so we can make sure to place him or her in the appropriate Sunday School class for the fall. Email rmacoy@briarwood.org.Catechism Sunday School class • A nine-month class for 3rd–6th graders that requires outside work for the student and parents. If your child is interested register by emailing rmacoy@briarwood.org. Class fills quickly, so register early.

An Invitation from John Haines • See several upcoming ways you can participate in the Music Ministry here at Briarwood. Go to briarwood.org/music and click the link at the top of the page.Ask the Pastor Vlog • Pastor Reeder describes his new evening sermon series, “Habakkuk in Biblical Perspective” in his latest vlog. Go to briarwood.org/askthepastor.TRAILBLAZER Travel • Oct. 26–31 to Washington D.C., and the new Museum of the Bible! For information, dmatthews@briarwood.org or briarwood.org/trailblazers.Mongolia Mission Trip • Please donate your unused but working iPads, iPhones, tablets, (Mac or Android), and Windows laptops to the Missions Office for this fall trip. Pocket Change • Deposit into wall containers around the church used by the Mercy Ministry to help those in need. Coin cans are at the Altadena House to collect at home.Job Openings (more at briarwood.org/employment):Music and Worship Ministry Admin Assistant. Part-time position. For details and to apply, email Leigh Ann Reese at lreese@briarwood.org.Grounds Helper. Seeking a full time grounds helper; position includes benefits. Contact Robert at 776-5234 or rclifton@briarwood.org.College Women’s Coordinator. Full-time ministry staff working with the College pastor. Candidates need to have a desire to minister one-on-one with college women and coordinate details for events and small groups. Email resume to Max Bunn at mbunn@briarwood.org. Director of Briarwood International Outreach Campus Ministry. Candidates for this full-time position must have a heart for Internationals on the campus setting, be skilled at evangelism, discipleship, leading Bible discussions, engaging volunteers in the ministry, and organizing events and outings. Bachelors degree required. Inquire with résumé to Shawn Brower at sbrower@briarwood.org or call 776–5404.See details on other positions and how to apply by going online to briarwood.org/employment.

Briarwood Families• We rejoice with Mark and Heather Purser on the birth of their daughter, Eleanor ‘Ellie’ Grace, on June 17; and with Chad and Ashley Ponter on the birth of their daughter, Bella Grace, on June 22, and with grandparents Jim and Cindy Belyeu.

• Our love and sympathy to Elaine Stafford and family on the death of her mother, Marilyn Stafford, on June 17.

Shop the Bookstore for your summer reading books!

In the Bookstore

776-5210 • briarwood.org/bookstore

Pastor Reeder’s recommendations

for his summer evening series

Stop by to get your Habakkuk study aids.

Open 9:00 a.m–3:30 p.m. on weekdays and 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. on Sundays.

Women’s Summer Events• Working Women’s Bible Study •

July 12 at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Directed Ministries Board Room

A time of encouragement and Bible study.

• WOC Book Clubs • July 18 at 7:00 p.m. in M200

The Gospel Comes with a House Key by Rosario Butterfieldleader Kelly Chadwick

July 19 at 10:00 a.m. in M200Same Here, Sisterfriend

by Holly Mackleleader Kathy Cheely

~ Books now in the Bookstore. ~

• Art of Encouragement • Wed., July 25, 5:00–8:00 p.m. in the FH

Art exhibit featuring over 40 Briarwood artists. Bring family and friends to this free outreach event.

• ENGAGE: your life. your culture • A women’s conference

Aug. 11–12 with guest speaker Becky Pippert Watch the women’s newsletter

and briarwood.org/women for details.

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