A Big Thank You

We had a record breaking 3 dozen of Broadway’s creative, caring people fluffing on 11/16, following through with further prep work and then decorating the church this past Sunday as we prepared for Advent. Sunday outdoors on a cold windy afternoon, greenery was cut, urns were filled, and garland was hung. Our lighted sign was adorned with wreaths. Inside the church, trees were placed and decorated, pennants and stars went into the windows, and banners were hung. The Narthex was adorned with candles, angels, and lovely arrangements. 

This Sunday of Hope we will begin as the first candle of Advent is lit. Thank you to Broadway family who worked hard to make our church look beautiful for this season. Organizing the effort started in September, as it takes many people saying "yes" for our Advent decorating to be completed. I’m grateful for each of you!

Vickie Keeling-Wallace 

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Advent Devotional

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Advent Opportunities

Advent Schedule and Devotional

Advent begins Sunday and this season's events can all be found on one convenient flyer. You will find information about worship, advent studies, Christmas Pageants, and more in the document.

You may also find the words and thoughts shared in the Broadway Advent Devotional a way to deepen your spiritual development this season.

To download these documents, click on the links or pictures below. Please know that copies of the devotional and flyer are also available for pick up at the Engagement Table in the Narthex.

BCC Kettle Bell Ringing



Please click here to review the available slots and sign up to ring the bell at the Salvation Army kettle. Note the location is West Broadway Hyvee (Starbucks side) and the kettle is located inside. Contact Don Harter for more information at 573.445.3258 or HarterD@missouri.edu.

Tree of Hope

There are 21 opportunities to share your #broadheart with those in our community. Envelopes holding the needs and Christmas list wishes for many in the community. Please stop by the Tree of Hope in the narthex.

Select the envelope(s) you hope to fulfill, log that in the binder, and return all unwrapped gifts by December 3 for Coyote Hill and December 10 for other organizations. Thank you for taking the time and sharing your blessings to spread some holiday cheer to children in need.

Our community winter shelter, Room at the Inn, has many needs as they provide a safe and warm place to sleep at 1509 Ashley Street. Volunteers are needed for many tasks!

You should use this signup to volunteer for various jobs at the RATI shelter.

Please use this signup to schedule a time to take a meal to RATI.

Sponsor Sanctuary Flowers

The Flower Chart Sign-up will be in the Narthex during the month of December. For more information or questions, contact Ingrid or call the church office.

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Dear Broadway Community and Friends,

“Steadfast love” is one of my favorite phrases from the Book of Psalms. It speaks to me of the unchanging nature of God’s infinite love and care regardless of my circumstances or situation. How I’ve ended up where I am, or which paths I’ve taken to get here, don’t matter nearly as much as God’s boundless, steadfast love and where that leads.

Steadfast love is an English translation of the Hebrew word hesed. I learned recently that hesed is used in 247 different verses of the Old Testament. It's primarily used to describe God's love toward us, but it’s also used to describe our love for each other. Hesed is a word unique to Hebrew that combines the meanings of “love” and “loyalty.” Mercy and loving-kindness are also common translations. And hesed is not just a feeling, but an action. It intervenes on behalf of loved ones and provides care. So, I guess it’s

really no surprise that hesed comes to mind when I think of our congregation’s warm and welcoming spirit, rich history, and intrinsic values of Broad Hearts, Broad Minds, and Broad Reach.

“Herding cats” also comes to mind at times when I reflect on the many ministries and activities we are faithfully engaged in at Broadway. It’s sometimes hard for me to imagine how Broadway’s vibrant gospel story emerges from so many different pieces. Yet it does, thanks to Jesus and to our exceptional ministerial team and staff members, who guide, inspire and walk with us every step of the way. We walk together, “having received Christ Jesus the Lord, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith as

we were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.” Colossians 2:6-7

Broadway’s tradition includes the opportunity to express our gratitude to our ministerial team and staff with a special gift at Christmas. Would you please join me in saying "Thank You" to those who work tirelessly, and often behind the scenes, on behalf of our church and congregation? Your gift can be made by placing it in the Sunday Service offering plate (please mark as Staff Gift), through the mail, or online via Realm by no later than December 18, 2023, in order for it to be delivered by Christmas. Thank you for your prayerful consideration.

“The point is this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as they have decided in their heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

In prayer that your Advent and Christmas Seasons are abounding in steadfast love.

Robin Perso, Board Chair