The Compass - Braddock Street UMC

May 2016
In this issue...
Staff Directory
Small Groups
Thank You
Music Ministry
Children’s Ministry
Missions
Youth Ministry
Boy/Cub Scouts
Church Office
UM Women
May Worship
Baptism
Nurture News
Volunteer Week
Our candidates are (as pictured below): Benjamin Oates, Jonathan Brewster, Mary
McKay, Kate Rudolph, Jonathan Clippinger, Havana Landers, Parker Gregg, Trey
Craft, Sydney Collins, Madeline Johnson, Katlyn McGeachy, Michael McGeachy,
Kayla Roberts (not pictured). Leaders are Matt and Christy Landers. Lessons have
been taught by a large number of our church leaders helping the youth know not
only the lesson material, but ways Braddock Street has been a church home and
place of faith for them. In addition to lessons, students have served in at least two
service projects and will be on a retreat May 6-7. Please keep them in prayer
during this time as they prayerfully consider if they are ready to claim their faith
as their own as well as join Braddock Street.
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College Graduates:
High School Graduates:
Katie Baker
Seth Bridgeforth
Megan Clowser
Colleen Connolly
Olivia DeArment
Olivia DeChristopher
Megan Gaynor
Bethany Hagenbuch
Mattea Holloway
Jeffrey Jones
Bryce Newlin
Katie Nerangis
Victoria Reese
Riley Thousand
Tabor Thwing
Richard Bock
Grace Eisenhauer
Braxton Terry
Advanced Diploma
Graduates:
Lindsay Dove
braddockstreetumc.org —info@braddockstreetumc.org —540.667.3366
Staff Directory
Ministers
Small Groups
Lead Pastor
Rev. Adam Sowder
(adam@braddockstreetumc.org)
The BSUMC Congregation
Rev. Kirk Nave
kirk@braddockstreetumc.org
Associate Pastor
Rev. J. Adam Sowder
adam@braddockstreetumc.org
Minister of Mission and Service
Rev. Joanna Dietz
joanna@braddockstreetumc.org
Visitation Pastor
Rev. Frank Sherman
frank@braddockstreetumc.org
Minister of Music
Judy B. Connelly
judy@braddockstreetumc.org
College Age Small Group Beginning May 8!
10:45 AM, Room 103 (Parlor)
A new group for 18-24 year olds will be running from
May 8-July 31 on Sunday mornings. Gary Paulsen will help
facilitate a small group time working with the book of Acts.
Come hang out with your friends again, make some new ones,
and have an age specific faith group while you are home for
the summer!
Contact Kristin Dawkins at kristin@braddockstreetumc.org.
Associate Minister of Music
George Amos
george@braddockstreetumc.org
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Director of Youth Ministries
Kristin Dawkins
kristin@braddockstreetumc.org
Director of Children’s Ministries
Patty Singhass
patty@braddockstreetumc.org
Budget & Finance Administrator
Helen Hodges
helen@braddockstreetumc.org
Worship Video Arts
Brandon Bloodworth
brandon@braddockstreetumc.org
Weekday Ministries Director
Stacey Park
stacey@braddockstreetumc.org
Building Superintendent
Russell Hagerdon
russ@braddockstreetumc.org
Custodian
Eric Triggs
eric@braddockstreetumc.org
Secretary
Kim Ludwick
kim@braddockstreetumc.org
Receptionist
Jenny White
jenny@braddockstreetumc.org
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Thank you:
Dear Braddock Street UMC, Thank you for letting us use the
church. Thank you for helping our girl scout troop. We also had so
much fun at the dance. From Samantha, Brooke, Caitlin, Abby,
Hannah, Sadie, Audrey, Olivia, Jill, Jen and all of Girl Scout Troop
40515. (For Facility use for Father/Daughter dance)
To Braddock Street UMC, Even though it rained on our Easter
Basket Give-A-Way event, it did not dampen the love and spirit of
all that came out to help and those who received baskets for their
children. Our heartfelt love and appreciation goes out to each of
you that helped to make this yearly event a success. We
continued to give the baskets out throughout the week until they
were all gone. From all of us at CCAP we want to thank you for
your continued support. Over 500 children were blessed with an
Easter Basket! God bless you all, Fran Ricketts, President of
CCAP
Dear Braddock Street UMC, We just wanted to thank you for
your incredible hospitality and letting Fresh Expressions use your
wonderful facility for the Winchester Vision Day! You all were
amazing in helping get everything set and the day was a success
because of you. God bless your church and ministry that flows out
of it. ~Kris, Travis and Luke, Fresh Expressions
Music Ministry
Judy Connelly
(judy@braddockstreetumc.org)
Recognition of Music Ministry - Music Ministry is
such an important part of all worship experiences.
Therefore, each year we set aside a time to recognize
and thank all those who have made the commitment
to serve in this ministry. This year, the Children’s Choir
will receive certificates following the musical on
Sunday, April 24, at the 9:45 AM Service. All other
musical ensembles will be recognized on Sunday, May 8, at all services.
SINGGG Camp Registration forms are available. SINGGG (Sing God’s Glory), the Northern Shenandoah Valley
Music and Arts Summer Day Camp, is now accepting applications. The camp will be held Monday, July 11, through
Friday, July 15, from 1:00 to 5:00 PM for rising 2nd - 7th graders at Christ Episcopal Church, in connection with the
Vacation Bible School held in the morning at Grace Lutheran Church. Children may plan to attend both events. For
children who attend both the Vacation Bible School and SINGGG Camp, supervision will be provided for the walk
between venues, as well as lunch. You may register for SINGGG Camp online at braddockstreetumc.org or pick up
an application outside the Church Office, in the Choir Room or in the Greetorium. Looking forward to seeing you at
SINGGG!
The Winchester Chapter of the American Guild of Organists cordially invites you to
Friday, May 13, 2016
In the manner of A Strolling, Progressive Dinner ~ Recitals
5:30 PM Appetizer and Recital
Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church
6:30 PM Catered Main Course and Recital
Christ Episcopal Church
8:00 PM Recital and Dessert
Braddock Street United Methodist Church
All proceeds will benefit the Shenandoah Valley Youth Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra
The Blue Ridge Choristers and Top of Virginia Youth Ensemble
Advance reservations are required for this event.
You may register and pay online at braddockstreetumc.org under Events
or send your check (payable to WAGO) to Braddock Street UMC, attention Judy Connelly.
~ Cost is $20.00 per person.~
~Additional donation for the above mentioned ensembles is greatly appreciated!~
Response deadline is Tuesday, May 3.
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Children’s Ministry
May - June Children’s Sunday School News
 Sunday, May 1 (Communion Sunday) All the children’s
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classes will go straight to the Sunday School rooms and then travel to the
Sanctuary for Communion.
Sundays, May 8, 15, 22, and 29 Regular schedule for all
children’s classes. All will meet in Worship at the 9:45 hour and travel
together to Sunday School after the Children’s Time.
 Sunday, June 5 - Introduction to Surf Shack
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On Sunday, June 5, all children will meet in Room 205 for a special
introduction to Surf Shack, our Vacation Bible School this year! There
will be activities centered around our theme. Kids, don’t miss it!
Sunday, June 19 - Summer Sunday School series
begins and continues through Sunday, July 31.
Mr. Ray with the 2nd
Grade Sunday School
Easter Celebration 2016 - Flowering the Cross!
Vacation Bible School 2016—Surf Shack
T heme: Catch the wave
of God’s amazing love. Discover
how to surf through life with
God and others! This year’s
adventure includes energizing
music, interactive Bible fun,
super science, cool
crafts, hands on mission work,
delicious dinner and more.
Dates and T ime: The fun begins Monday, June 6, and
goes through Friday, June 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.
Sunday, June 12, is the Finale Singing.
Volunteer: To volunteer go to braddockstreetumc.org
and click EVENTS, then on the SignUpGenius link for VBS.
Be sure to register your child!
Cross Training - A free martial arts experience with a Biblical teaching and foundation.
Leader is Tracy Einstein. Join us on the first and third Wednesday night from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
through May. All children and youth in grades 1 - 12 are welcome. For more info contact
Kristin or Patty.
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Patty Singhass (patty@braddockstreetumc.org)
A Mom and Child Need Your Love...
Just For Two Brief Hours
For many new moms, MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is a lifeline!
We now have a waiting list for moms. Why? Because we need servants
to assist with childcare. Rocking that little baby, hugging that toddler,
and holding that little hand - these are the needs.
Has God called you to serve the church and serve families in our community? You can see that this
flourishing ministry needs you! MOPS needs you! This nurturing group meets just two times a
month on the first and third Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:30 AM (our childcare leaders leave by
noon).
Love Needed - We provide the training! You provide the love!
All interested in serving with this awesome ministry should contact Jennifer Ellison, BSUMC MOPS
Coordinator at mops@braddockstreetumc.org or Patty Singhass, MOPS Staff Liaison at
patty@braddockstreetumc.org.
What is MOPS?
MOPS is a grassroots movement that believes moms are world
influencers…We believe that incubating hearts and giving justbecause-hugs can change the course of history. That’s why we
connect moms all over the world to a community of women, in
their own neighborhoods, who meet together to laugh, cry and
embrace the journey of motherhood. MOPS groups are rallying
women to be more honest, to feel more equipped and to find our
identity by journeying alongside one another.
We are moms, and we believe that better moms
make a better world. ~ From MOPS.org
The Braddock Street Weekday Preschool is now enrolling for the
2016-2017 school year. Spaces are available for children ages two through five.
Please contact Stacey Park, Director of Weekday Ministries, at
stacey@braddockstreetumc.org or 540-667-8915 for more information.
Outdoor Classroom - Coming Soon!
We are excited to announce that renovations are being made to our playground!
The Weekday Ministries Board approved the construction and purchase of equipment
to create an outdoor classroom. The outdoor classroom area will feature a nature discovery center,
a music center, an outdoor easel, blocks, and picnic tables. Research shows that children’s learning is enhanced
when they are actively engaged in the learning process and outdoor classrooms combine learning with physical
activity. This space will enable teachers to extend children’s learning beyond the classroom and provide additional
opportunities for hands-on learning experiences.
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Mission and Service
Rev. Joanna D i et z ( j oanna@br addockst r eet umc. or g)
Thank you for supporting
Habitat for Humanity!
During Lent, we raised over $2,000 for Habitat’s
Interfaith Build, which will break ground by the
beginning of May. Thank you very much for your
support of Tori and Anita! The work is not complete
though. We now need teams to go out on Tuesdays,
Thursdays and Saturdays to get the house built. If
you are interested in helping with the build, please
let Joanna know. We are excited to see this house
built before December 31, 2016!
In addition, we also had a crew of 45 Braddock
Street folks come out to clean up vacant lots, gut a
house for a renovation, paint a shed, do
landscaping, and other miscellaneous projects for
our Service Worship on April 10. We got a lot done
in a short period of time! Thanks to everyone who
contributed to our very successful day!!
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Serving the World
Sign Up for Summer (July & August) Monday Night Dinners
To sign up, go to our website and click on Mission and Service.
For more information email Megan Pugh at mpugh08@gmail.com.
Help us make
a smiley face
this summer!
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Vacation Bible School
Mission Support
We are inviting the children who live in the square between
Braddock St., Cork St., Kent St., and Gerrard St. to join us for VBS
this year. We will be out in that part of the community on Saturday,
May 28, from 10:00 AM-Noon and again on Saturday, June 4, from
10:00 AM-Noon, knocking on doors and inviting the children to join
us and getting them registered. We are looking for volunteers to
knock on doors. This is an exciting way to get to know our
neighbors and invite them to learn more about God during our VBS
week! If you are interested in helping, please contact Joanna.
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Mission and Service
Celebration of Life
The Braddock Street Angels invite you to join us in several special events celebrating the lives of all the
people we love and have lost to cancer and celebrating the lives of all the people we love who are survivors.
A survivor is not just an individual who has won the battle with cancer, but includes everyone who is
currently undergoing treatments. Our team is dedicated to helping people celebrate more birthdays and
reaching out to individuals who are currently dealing with cancer. Please help us by letting us know
anyone who is currently dealing with cancer and the contact information. This ministry is for everyone
regardless of who they are or where they live. We are all in this together.
Upcoming Events:
 Mother’s Day Brunch - If you
have not purchased your ticket(s), they
will be available in the church office
though Thursday, May 5. Proceeds go
to the American Cancer Society.
 Sale of Luminaries - You are
invited to purchase a luminary in honor
or memory of a loved one. They will be
sold in the Greetorium Sundays, May
22, 29 and June 5 for $5.00 each. The
luminaries will be placed around the track during the Relay Event.
One of the most powerful parts of the Relay Event is when the
luminaries are lit at 9:30 PM.
 Relay Event - The Relay for Life Event will be Saturday, June 11, 2016, at James Wood High School. The
event will take place from noon until midnight. Relay for Life celebrates both survivors and those who have
lost their battle with cancer. The opening ceremony will start at noon followed by the Survivor Walk and
the Caregiver Walk. At 1:00 PM, there is a luncheon for all cancer survivors plus one guest. You must
register to attend the luncheon. Registration forms are in the church office or can be obtained from the local
American Cancer Society office located at 1833 Plaza Drive, Winchester. Thank you for your support!!
Camp Overlook Funding for Scholarships
Ca m p in g Min is tr ies with a Ch r is tia n
focu s ca n h a ve a lon g-la s tin g effect on
th e d is cip les h ip of ou r ch ild ren . Ca m p
gives ch ild ren th e op p or tu n ity to gr ow
a n d s tr etch a s th ey d ive in to th e grea t
ou td oors a n d exp er ien ce th e won d er
of God u n p lu gged fr om tech n ology. We
a r e excited to h a ve 1 3 ch ild r en s ign ed
u p for Ca m p Over look th is s u m m er !
We a re look in g for h elp p r ovid in g
s ch ola r s h ip s for th e ch ild r en to
exp r es s th e va lu e we p la ce on th is
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life-ch a n gin g exp er ien ce. Ca m p s cos t
b etween $ 2 7 0 -$ 4 5 0 p er week . S om e of
ou r ch ild ren a r e u n a b le to a tten d ca m p
with ou t th es e s ch ola r s h ip s . If you feel led
to s p on s or a ch ild for a week of ca m p (or
for a p a r tia l s ch ola r s h ip ), we in vite you to
s en d a ch eck to Br a d d ock S tr eet UMC
with “Ca m p Over look Sch ola rs h ip ” in th e
m em o a r ea . Th a n k y ou for h elpin g to form
y ou n g d is cip les !
Serving the World
Heroin Addiction - Community Forum at Braddock Street
On Sund a y, Ma y 15, w e w ill ho st a c o nversa tio n a b o ut hero in a d d ic tio n fro m 2:00-4:00 PM.
This event is sp o nso red b y the Va lley Interfa ith Co unc il. Severa l p ro m inent sp ea kers w ill sha re
ho w w e c a n resp o nd a s a fa ith fa m ily to this g ro w ing c ha lleng e in o ur c o m munity. All a re
invited to jo in us.
Thank you, Braddock Street!
We collected $865 for the Winchester Rescue Mission this Easter season through your generosity and kindness.
Youth Ministry
Kristin Dawkins (kristin@braddockstreetumc.org)
May Youth Calendar:
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(Sun.) No BLAST, Apple Blossom
(Wed.) Chick-fil-A Senior High Devotion, 6:30 AM at Rutherford Crossing
(Fri.-Sat.) Confirmation Retreat
(Sun.) No BLAST
(Wed.) Chick-fil-A Senior High Devotion, 6:30 AM at Rutherford Crossing
(Sun.) Confirmation Sunday!
(Sun.) End of the Year Party at the Ratlief’s Pool, 6-8:00 PM
(Wed.) Chick-fil-A Senior High Devotion, 6:30 AM at Rutherford Crossing
(Sun.) Graduation Sunday!
(Sun.) Sierra Leone Mission Meeting, 4:00 PM
(Wed.) Chick-fil-A Senior High Devotion, 6:30 AM at Rutherford Crossing
346 Green Spring at the Ratliefs!
Cook out with hamburgers and hot dogs.
We will swim, play ball and other fun things!
Bring a side dish or dessert to share
and your swimming things
(don’t forget your towel!).
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Troop 3 Trail
Troop 3 went camping over the cold and snowy
weekend of April 8-10. The troop set their campsite
up with a dining fly, tents and a fire ring. The weekend served as the first campout for the Cub Scouts
that crossed over in February’s ceremony. The scouts learned about the patrol method, scout skills,
Tenderfoot requirements and how to stay safe in the wilderness. Each patrol planned its own menus and
learned the art of how to cook at a campsite. Scoutmaster Jeff Zarbo led a Scouting Heritage merit
badge. The coming months will be very busy for the troop as they are planning a backpacking trip and
will be traveling to the Adirondacks for a week of summer camp. Scouting is a great program for boys.
Cub Scouting is for boys 7-10 years old and Boy Scouts is for boys 11-17.
For more information, please contact troop3winchester@gmail.com.
Cub Scouts
Spring has finally sprung! The sun is setting later, the
birds are chirping and Pack 3 is busy scouting,
OUTDOORS.
The Webelos II Den completed the Cub program
and crossed over into Troop 3. They each received the
Super Achiever award and earned their Arrow of Light
along the way. We wish them well as they begin the
next step of their scouting journey.
Our Webelos I Den visited a safari park and
volunteered with the Special Olympics.
The Bear Den just returned from a weekend
camping trip where they practiced campfire cooking
skills, hiking and outdoor safety.
Our Tiger Den has been very busy finishing up their first
year as Cubs. They went on a family hike, completed their
God and Family unit and even visited the local SPCA.
Summer will bring a week of resident camp at Camp Rock
Enon for the Wolves, Bears and Webelos, a fishing trip, and
Scout Night at the Frederick Keys, where the scouts and their
families will watch a baseball game and then camp on the field
for the night. Even more activities are in the planning stages
for the second half of summer.
Do you know any 1st-5th graders who may be interested in
being a part of these activities and much more? Encourage
them to attend a den meeting. There is no obligation to join
and they just might find that Pack 3 really is the place to be!
For more information, please contact Pack3istheplace2be@gmail.com.
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From the Church Office:
Lost and Found: The following items have been turned in to the church office. Items will be kept only for a short period before they
are donated or discarded. Recent items found: reading glasses, 1 ladies brown leather glove, 1 black T-shirt (child’s XS) and 1 silver and
pink pig bracelet.
Changes & Updates: Members, if your address, name, cell phone, home phone, or email changes or if there is a
birth in your
family, please notify the Church Office so we may keep up with you! If you or a loved one is hospitalized, please let us know. Braddock
Street is a large family; we need your help! Thank you!
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United Methodist Women
Kits for Conference
Braddock Street United Methodist Women has a history of providing Kits
for Conference. This year is no exception as the ladies have been involved
in assembling kits for the past two months.
In March the Elizabeth Circle, chaired by Beth Eisenhauer, put together 25
school kits. Notebook paper, crayons, scissors, pencils, and other school
related items were put in colorful canvas bags to be used by students
anywhere in the world when a need arises.
Also, in March Esther Circle, co-chaired by Suzie Kendall and Nancy
Dunlap, assembled 122 health kits. A wash cloth, comb, nail file, 6 band
aids, a bar of soap, and a toothbrush were wrapped in a hand towel and
enclosed in a gallon size sealable plastic bag. While these seem like a
group of simple, small items, they are invaluable when a disaster occurs.
Deborah-Ruth Circle, led by Anne Brewster, and Mary-Martha Circle, led by Diane Kelly, purchased items for
30 sewing kits. Mary-Martha then assembled the kits; each included 3 yards of fabric, 1 pair of fabric scissors,
1 package of needles, 1 spool of thread, and buttons, packaged in a gallon sealable plastic bag. These kits foster
independence rather than dependence as the recipients can make clothing to fit their size and culture.
(www.umcor.org/UMCOR/Relief-Supplies)
In May Susanna Circle, co-chaired by Susan Creasy and Susan Morris, will put together
25 layette kits. Each kit will contain 6 diapers, 2 onesies, 2 sleepers, 2 blankets, a
sweater, and 2 diaper pins, used to hold the kit together. A special feature of these kits is
that the ladies knit the sweaters.
Shelby Raines, a member of United Methodist Women, and her husband will transport the 202 completed kits
to the Virginia Annual Conference held in June in Roanoke, Virginia.
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For the first time at Braddock Street, six United Methodist Women will travel to
UMCOR Sager Brown in Baldwin, Louisiana, in December to be further involved
in mission with the kits. There they will be working in the warehouse receiving,
sorting, packing, and shipping supplies for disaster relief around the world or they
will be working in the community. Those scheduled to participate are Sue Boltz,
Rev. Joanna Dietz, Megan Pugh, Becky Sherman, Phoebe West, and Carolyn
Woodrum.
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Nurture News:
May
Worship
Schedule
May 1
May 8
May 15
May 22
May 29
Stephen Ministry: Braddock Street UMC is a
The Bible and Science: Creation
Genesis 2:4b-17
The Bible and Science:
Transcendence and Intimacy
Psalm 8
Pentecost
Acts 2:1-21
What Keeps You Up at Night:
Not Enough Time
Ecclesiastes 3:1-12
What Keeps You Up at Night:
Relationships
Ruth 1:6-18
Stephen Ministry congregation, which means we have
equipped people to provide confidential, one-to-one
Christian care to individuals who are experiencing
difficulties in their lives. The Stephen Ministers have
received 50 hours of training in providing emotional and
spiritual care. Folks in need of care meet with their
caregiver faithfully for about an hour a week as long as
needed. If you are experiencing a challenge or crisis in
your life and believe you could benefit from the
emotional and spiritual care of a Stephen Minister,
please contact Pastor Kirk Nave or Pastor Adam
Sowder, who will connect you with a Stephen Minister
based on your particular needs.
Why didn’t anyone from church visit
me? If you are admitted to a hospital, you are usually
asked about your religious affiliation. In years past,
churches would then be contacted about your hospital
admission. Unfortunately, because of confidentiality
laws, hospitals can no longer contact churches. So, if
you are in the hospital, please let the church know so
that you can be held in prayer and receive visitors, if
requested.
Handicap Parking:
Baptism:
Landon
Rohrbaugh
April 3
Landon is
the son of
T.J. and
Jennifer
Rohrbaugh.
Most folks know that
Braddock Street provides handicap parking in the front
of the church. But those spaces often fill up quickly.
There is additional reserved parking in the staff parking
lot by the alley. To access that parking, enter the alley
off Cork Street; the parking lot is on the left.
Attendance Records:
Nurture Committee is
working to update attendance records and contacting
folks who have not signed the attendance pads over a
period of weeks. If you haven’t signed in on Sunday
mornings, you may receive a phone call from a member
of your Braddock Street family checking in to make sure
everything is okay.
~Nurture Committee Chair
Susan Chesley
Braddock Street Church Spotted for Volunteer Appreciation Week!
April 11-15 was Volunteer Appreciation Week. Here are some quotes from Facebook
where we were spotted:
 Habitat for Humanity about Service Worship: “What an incredible day!”
 Our Health: “Our Health sends their volunteer salute out to Braddock Street United Methodist Church!”
 And from the staff at Braddock Street UMC: Thank you for the countless hours (numbering well into the
thousands) each of you gives to serve in our community and the world around us. You truly embody the hands,
feet, and spirit of our Risen Lord. Thank you for all that you do!
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