PALM SUNDAY - March 25

Easter Cantata in the Sanctuary 9:20 am and 11:00 amLiving in a Sceptical Age 8 am Sanctuary 9:20 McComas Hall

March 27 - 30 Easter Walk McComas Hall

March 29 Holy Thursday

March 29 - 30 Prayer Vigil Sanctuary Starts 7:30 pm Thursday - 6:30 pm Friday

March 30 Good Friday Noon Mt Carmel Chapel 7 pm at AMES UMC 112 Baltimore Pike Bel Air, MD 21014

A NEWSLETTER FOR THE CONGREGATION AND FRIENDS OF BEL AIR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

21 Linwood Avenue Bel Air, MD 21014 • 410-838-5181 fax: 410-893-8363 • info@baumc.com • www.belairumc.org

BEL AIR UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

THE S P R E

Sunday Worship Services

Bel Air UMC (21 Linwood Avenue)

Sanctuary8:00 & 9:20 AM ~ Traditional

McComas Hall 9:20 AM ~ “Ignite” Worship

11:00 AM ~ Contemporary

Mt. Carmel Chapel (Wheel & Old Emmorton Rds)5:00 PM ~ Traditional

Sunday Christian Learning

Bel Air UMC (21 Linwood Avenue)

C4 Kids9:20 AM Infants-Grade 5

Adult Christian Learning9:20 & 11:00 AM

March 2018

Holy Week

Easter SUNDAY

April 1Sunrise Service 6:30 am Mt. Carmel Chapel

8 am & 9:20 am Sanctuary9:20 am & 11 am McComas Hall

March 2018

Sydney Carter's classic hymn, "Lord of the Dance," is a metaphor of the life of Christ. In beautiful, poetic language, Carter describes Jesus as The Piper, calling his followers to the dance of life. This 30-minute musical from Joel Raney is an elaboration on that hymn, portraying each verse individually in a dramatic, colorful presentation - all retelling the story from John 3:16, "For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life."

Easter Walk - March 27 - March 30

When someone refers to your walk, they are asking about your everyday living. We want you to reflect on your walk. What does your daily living/walk reflect about you? As you enter McComas Hall you will enter a time of reflection. Asking questions throughout the stations: What do you celebrate?, How do you pray?, Who do you love?, Are you selfish or servant?, Do you listen to advice?, How do you live in the day and in the night? Hopefully when you exit the Easter Walk, you will be acquainted with the phrase, “Arise, and walk in the newness of life!”

Good Friday Prayer Vigil - March 29 - 30

The prayer vigil will begin at 8pm in the sanctuary immediately following the 7pm Holy Thursday worship service and will end at 6pm just before the Good Friday worship service at AMES UMC.

The church will be open all night for you to come for an hour or more if you desire. During that time, you're invited to pray, read the Bible or hymnal, or other devotional texts, or simply be in the quiet and holy stillness of the church. We encourage a minimum of two

people in the sanctuary each hour; more are certainly welcome. We will have a sign-up sheet available at the Welcome and Information Center on Sundays and in the office during the week. Please consider joining us in prayer either individually or with your family or small group and keep watch with Jesus.

Cheryl Firth is Retiring! March 2018

It’s with great joy, and a little bit of sadness too, that I can announce to you that Cheryl Firth is retiring after 27 years of faithful and loving service to BAUMC, effective March 1. Cheryl has been working on staff here at the church since 1991 in a number of different roles, and has worn many different hats, including: producing the church newsletter, congregational care with Rev. Peggy Groseclose, the prayer chain, touring large churches around the nation to glean ideas for church growth, working with new members, hospital visitation, casserole ministry, new resident mailings, organizing many pictorial directories, organizing bus trips, organizing calendar events, and support ministry to the youth group. She’s seen many changes to the church over the years and has worked with many different pastors.

Cheryl feels very blessed to have been able to serve this church, and to have worked alongside so many good people. If you know Cheryl at all, you know that she LOVES working with people. Her favorite memories include: Going on mission trips (Guatemala, Louisiana, Baltimore), Strawberry Festivals, Teas, leading Alpha small groups, encouraging people in the faith, sharing the good news that God loves them, watching people grow in faith (especially youth), and helping people through tough times.

Her favorite scripture passages include:

Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 This is the day that the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. Psalm 118:24

Her favorite saying:

Life is an adventure!

I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Cheryl these past three years. She’s full of positive thoughts and ideas, and she radiates life and energy. If there’s a hill to climb anywhere within a thousand-mile radius of BAUMC, Cheryl either has climbed it, or is about to climb it, and is pushing the rest of us to follow her. That I could have that energy!!! Thankfully, she’s not completely leaving us. She’s going to continue volunteering her time at BAUMC, and she’s going to continue serving as our wedding coordinator. When you see Cheryl around, please thank her for her love for God, her tireless energy, and her service to BAUMC.

Peace,

Byron

CHILDREN AND FAMILY MINISTRIES March 2018

Mark Your CalendarsAll-Church Narnia Banquet/Movie

March 2nd at 6:30pm in McComas Hall - ALL are welcome to share a meal, eat Turkish Delight, answer trivia from the book The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe, dress as Narnians (or not), watch the movie together. Please sign up at the posters throughout the building, so we can be prepared for you and your family. Come through the Wardrobe and meet me at the Lamp Post. Questions? Contact Deb at lamptond@baumc.com.

Books & Bites Book Club - Two Opportunities Thursdays, February 22 - March 22

• Adults are welcome to meet in the library from 2:30-3:30pm for coffee/tea and snacks with Pastor Deb to discuss The Chronicles of Narnia books by C.S. Lewis. As Lewis wrote about the land of Narnia, an imaginary world visited by children of this world, he had two obvious purposes: to entertain the readers and to suggest analogies of the Christian faith.

• Kids are welcome to join Ms. Deb from 5:30-6:30pm in the library to have food (light supper or appetizers) and discuss the book The Lion, Witch and the Wardrobe by CS Lewis. When Lewis' readers find Aslan in the real world, they will find out that his true name is Jesus Christ. And when this occurs, Lewis is successful at opening a person's heart to accepting Christianity.

Vacation Bible School (VBS) - Shipwrecked! Rescued by JesusSave the Date July 30 - August 3 9 a.m. to Noon

Something New July 31 - August 2 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Yes, you read that right! We’re always sad that we have kids that want to attend VBS but can’t due to the morning hours. So, we’re trying this year to have an abbreviated evening VBS. I’m sure we’ll have kids. What I need is volunteers to help with this venture. That has always been the success of our Morning VBS - our volunteers. I will not ask them to do both. Therefore,

if you are interested in helping with the Evening VBS or just want to hear more about it, please come to an information meeting on March 5th in the Community Room at 6:30 p.m. Carrie Jareed will be Co-Director for the Evening VBS.

WEEKLY HAPPENINGSSundays, March 4,11,18, 25 AMPed (Grades 6-8) 9:45 - 10:30 am Youth CenterAMPed is a Sunday School open to all 6th to 8th grade middle school students. Amped is taught by Kristien Foss, Barrett and Jane Russell. Students will stay in worship with their families on 5th Sundays. AMPed students are dismissed from Ignite Worship Service (McComas Hall) following the praise songs (around 9:45 am), or they can start in the Sanctuary service and meet in the youth center at 9:45am. Amped is studying “Faith.” Faith in the early church, a living faith and self-controlled and Godly faith.

Sundays, March 4, 11, 18 and 25 Youth Group (Grades 6-12) 6:30 - 8:30 pm Youth CenterAll youth grades 6th-12th are invited to join us for youth group. We start with fellowship time, have some snacks, play group games, have a lesson and small group discussion time. Currently, we are studying stories from the Old Testament for youth not confirmation. If we have more than 50 youth three separate weeks, we will have an ice sundae party the following Sunday night. Bring your friends!

Sundays, March 4, 11, 18 and 25 Confirmation (8th grade and older) 6:30-8:30pm Youth CenterIn March, confirmation topics are New Creation, Way of Discipleship, Way of Salvation and the Wesleyan Quadrilateral. SPECIAL EVENTS

Saturday, March 10 BWC Leadership Day 10-10:45am or 1-1:45pm BAUMCYouth of all ages can serve this day. Pick one or both shifts! Youth will help guests find classrooms for this conference event that we host here are BAUMC. Great Opportunity for community service hours!

Saturday, March 24 Saturday School (8th-12thgrade) 11:30am-4pm Agape HouseYouth will meet in the youth center at 11:30am. Pack lunch or bring money for lunch. Before leaving, we will talk about the lesson plan for the day then travel down to the Agape House for Saturday School. We will teach a lesson, do a craft and play some games with the kids at the Agape House. We will return around 4pm. Saturday School is for 8th-12th grade youth. Please sign-up on the white board in the youth center or email haugha@baumc.com Sunday, March 18. Great Opportunity for community service hours!

YOUTH MINISTRY March 2018

Tuesday, March 27 SHY Mystery Dinner (9th-12th grade) 6-9:30pm Youth CenterSenior High Youth (9th-12th grade) are invited to the Heroes and Villains Mystery Dinner. Each youth will be assigned a character (costumes optional but highly encouraged) and a food item to bring. Sign-up by email haugha@baumc.com or text Ashley by Sunday, March 18. Friends are welcome!

Save-The-DateFriday, April 13-15 Spring Youth Retreat River Valley RanchConfirmands and senior high youth are invited to join us for our spring retreat at River Valley Ranch. The retreat for confirmands is included in the confirmation fee. The cost for senior high youth is $135. Deposits($50) are due by March 4. Any unclaimed spots after March 4 will be forfeited. Retreat fees can be paid on-line. Sign-up via email haugha@baumc.com or text Ashley.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP CLASSES March 2018

Lenten Study

Not a Tame Lion- A Lenten Course on C.S. Lewis’ Narnia films Tuesdays, February 20-March 20, 7 - 8:15PM, room 202 Author Hilary Brand uses scenes from The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, Prince Caspian, and Shadowlands, to open up the Bible for discussion of big Christian themes. This Lenten course is a reminder that God is not to be contained by the constraints and limitations Christians might put on him: “We would all like a religion that kept us within our comfort zone. But just as the Aslan of the Narnia stories is not a tame lion, neither is the Christ of the Gospels always a comfortable savior, saying things that are often unexpected and challenging.” Leaders- Byron Brought, Lynn Boyd, Deb Lampton

BibleStudies “Thy word is a lamp to me feet and a light to my path.” Psalm. 119:105

Join your church family and friends for a meaningful time together studying God’s word. Register for a class online at www.belairumc.org or by contacting the church office.

“The Marriage Works Conference “ previously held at BAUMC for the past two years will be held on March 10 for all couples interested in enhancing their marriages. This conference has been very well received by participants and is anticipating another successful venue.

For more information or to register, please visithttp://www.marriageworksmd.org/events

Saturday, March 10, 20189:00 am - 3:30 pm

Trinity Lutheran Church - Fellowship Hall1100 Philadelphia Road Joppa, MD 21085

$40 for individuals and $80 per couple(Cost includes light breakfast and lunch)

Monday, March 56:30 pm Russian Outreach Committee Parlor 1st Monday of the Month7:00 pm Zimbabwe Meeting at the Talbot’s House

Monday, March 127:00 pm Board of Trustees Library (2nd Monday of the Month) 7:00 pm Staff-Parish Relations Committee (2nd Monday of the Month) Byron’s Office

RECURRING WEEKLY EVENTS

Monday9:00 am Pass It On Ministry9:30 am Monday Morning Bible Study (L)9:30 am Friendship Garden Club (202) - 2nd Monday10:30 AM Communion @ Brightview - 2nd Monday6:30 pm Young Adults Bible Study (YC) 1st & 3rd Mondays6:30 pm Boy Scout Troop 777 (M, 103) or (CR 101, 103 when McComas is not available)6:30 pm Daisy Troop 340 - as scheduled (Rm 127)6:30 pm Girl Scout Troop 2 - as scheduled (Rm 116)6:30 pm Girl Scout Troop 904- as scheduled (Rm 125)7:00 pm Monday Night Women’s Bible Study (115)

Tuesday2:00 PM Communion @ Forest Hill Health & Rehab 2nd Tuesday3:00 PM Communion @ Bel Air Health & Rehab 2nd Tuesday7:00 pm 11am Worship Team Band Rehearsal (Stage)7:00 pm AA / Sisters of Sobriety (Rm 127)7:00 pm GriefShare (115)

Wednesday10:00 am Wednesday Morning Bible Study (L)10:00 am Esther Circle - 3rd Wednesday (Parlor)11:30 am Manna House Soup Kitchen (M)6:00 pm AA - District 28 Meeting 3rd Wednesday (202)6:30 pm DivorceCare (115)6:30 pm Evening Prayer Meeting in the Prayer Chapel6:30 pm Grandparent Support Group 2nd Wednesday (Room 202)6:30 pm Hand Bells Choir Rehearsal (Rm 130)6:15 pm Faith Under Fire Rehearsal (M-Stage)7:00 pm Venture Crew 777 as scheduled Library7:00 pm NAMI/National Alliance on Mental Illness (127) (1st & 3rd Wed)

7:00 pm The Compassionate Friends - 3rd Wednesday (125)7:00 pm Food Allergy Support Group (202) 1st Wednesday Feb / Jun / Nov7:30 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (AR 103)7:30 pm NA/Free At Last (CR 101)

Thursday10:00 am Mary Martha Circle (L) (1st Thursday)10:00 am Prayer Shawl Ministry (P) (2nd Thursday)6:30 pm TOPS Chapter 412 (AR 103)6:30 pm Kingdom Affect Youth Band Practice (YC)7:00 pm BSF International (Rm 202)7:00 pm Cub Scout Troop 777 (M, Classrooms)7:00 pm Men’s Bible Study Fellowship (P)7:30 pm AA / Came to Believe (CR 101)

Friday6:30 am Friday Morning Bible Study (202)8:00 am GAIN Meeting (CR 101) 2nd Friday NO meetings in July & August

Sunday7:30 am John Packard Men’s Bible Study (115)9:00 am AMPed—6th & 7th Graders (YC)9:00 am Morning Fellowship (202)9:20 am C4 Kids (CR 101)9:20 am Walking with God Class (L)10:00 am 11am Band Rehearsal (AR 103)10:45am Youth Choir Rehearsal (AR 103)11:00 am Children’s Choir Musical Rehearsal (CR 101)6:00 pm AA / Attraction Rather Than Promotion (CR 101)6:30 pm Sunday Night Youth Group (M, L, YC, 202 115)

Monday, March 196:30 pm Tiny Tots Board Meeting Office Work Room 7:00 pm Finance Committee Meeting (3rd Monday of the Month) Byron’s Office

Monday, March 267:00 pm Ad Council Meeting Library (4th Monday of the Month)

Committee Meetings

Friday, March 26:30 pm Narnia Banquet and Movie McComas Hall

Saturday, March 108:00 am - 4:00 pm Baltimore Leadership Day

Sunday, March 11Girl Scout Sunday

Monday, March 129:30 am Blood Drive McComas Hall

Saturday, March 179:00 am Family Food Distribution McComas Hall10:00 am Sjogren’s Syndrome Support Group AR 103

Tuesday, March 20Noon April Spire Deadline

Tuesday, March 226:30 pm FCCAU Homeless Shelter Mtg Room 115

Thursday, March 1, 8, 15, 225:30 pm Books and Bites Library

Thursday, March 1, 8, 15, 222:30 pm Books and Bites Library

Sunday, March 4, 11, 18, 255:30 pm Confirmation Class

Saturday, March 2411:30 am Saturday School at Agape House

Children

Youth

Adult Highlighted Events

Sunday, March 25Palm SundayEaster Cantata at 9:20 and 11:00 am in the Sanctuary

Tuesday - Friday, March 27, 28, 29, 30Easter Walk in McComas Hall

Tuesday, March 275:30 pm Serve Dinner @ the Welcome One

Thursday, March 29Holy Thursday7:00 pm Holy Thursday Service in the Sanctuary8:00 pm - Friday, 6:00 pm - Vigil in the Sanctuary

Friday, March 30Good Friday12:00 pm Good Friday Service at Mt Carmel Chapel7:00 pm Good Friday Service at AMES UMC 112 Baltimore Pike Bel Air, MD 21014

HIGHLIGHT EVENTS FOR THE MONTH

Tuesday, March 276:00 pm SHY Mystery Dinner Youth Center

Friday, April 13 - 15Spring Youth Retreat at River Valley Ranch

Monday, March 56:30 pm Evening VBS Meeting CR 101

Church Office Hours Monday—Friday 9:00 am—4:30 pm

Tuesday, March 6, 13, 207:00 pm Lenten Study - Not a Tame Lion Room 202

MARCH MILESTONES

We Welcome into the Community of Faith Through Baptism

Please wish a Happy Anniversary to ...

Please wish a Happy Birthday to ...

We are pleased to celebrate anniversaries of those who have travelled more than 50 years in marriage together!

Johnathan Hudson MitchellSon of Matthew and Hillary Mitchell

03/06 - Bertha Walker 03/09 - Garner Jones 03/09 - Jack Bowman 03/11 - Jean Hightower03/13 - Anne Brown03/18 - Betty Haviland

03/18 - Jennie Garrison03/20 - Warren Pardo 03/21 - Les Goodwin 03/24 - Jean Moore 03/26 - Lee Lederer 03/27 - Grace Heath

Art & Gloria Benson, Sr. who will celebrate their 56th anniversary on 03/03.Dick & Sally Moen who will celebrate their 52nd anniversary on 03/05.Eric & Peggy Schumann, Sr. who will celebrate their 54th anniversary on 03/21.Perry & Judy Thompson who will celebrate their 54th anniversary on 03/31.

We are pleased to celebrate the birthdates of those who are at least 80 years young!

BALTIMORE - WASHINGTON CONFERENCE

Registration is OPEN for the 2018 Baltimore Region Leadership Day!!Go to https://arenaweb.bwcumc.org/default.aspx?page=3439&eventID=3680

Saturday, March 10, 2018, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (registration opens at 8am)Bel Air United Methodist Church, Bel Air, MDCost: $35 (Includes continental breakfast and lunch)

Keynote: Erin Hawkins, General Secretary of the General Commission on Race and Religion

We are called to be One Body, connected in covenant, like a band playing in concert with one another. And like a band, we all come with something special, something different. We all have our own part and our own specialty, which played on its own may be beautiful but is solitary. It is only by coming together that we can create a masterpiece of ministry. For the 2018 Baltimore Region Leadership Day, we invite you to come and join the band! This year we bring you classes geared toward helping each section of our churches work together along with Erin Hawkins the General Secretary of GCORR as our guest speaker, we will work to be the Body of Christ create one beautiful sound.

Class Description: http://bit.ly/bwcumc_class_description

The Baltimore-Washington Conference of The United Methodist Church also offers scholarships. The application process lasts until March 7, 2018.

For more information http://www.bwcumc.org/administration/finance/local-church-resources/scholarships/

To apply https://www.gbhem.org/loans-and-scholarships/scholarships/apply

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES March 2018

BAUMC College Scholarship for Graduating High School Seniors

Scholarship application for graduating high school seniors is available from the wall rack by the Welcome and Information Desk. The application is also posted on the church website. Deadline for submission of the application and all related material is April 25. Go to http://bit.ly/BAUMCScholarshipApp for the application

This scholarship is offered to BAUMC high school seniors who will be entering their first year of college in the fall. Scholarship determination is based on:• Church Involvement (membership, participation, activities attended, volunteer and/or leadership roles)• Academic Achievement (GPA/class rank)• Character (recommendations, community involvement, and outside employment)

Scholarships will be formally awarded on Graduate Recognition Sunday, June 3, at the 9:20 a.m. services. Recipients are requested to be present to receive the award.

This scholarship is administered by the Bel Air United Methodist Church Scholarship Committee. For questions or further information, contact Carol Sherman at cwsherm@verizon.net.

Pay It Forward Scholarship

Application for the BAUMC “Pay It Forward Scholarship” is posted on the church website. Deadline for submission of the application and all related material is April 25. Go to http://bit.ly/2018BAUMCPayItForwardScholarship

This endowed scholarship provides funding for individuals seeking education beyond high school including traditional higher education, trade school, apprenticeships, or job training/retraining/certification programs. Applicants may be:o individuals currently in the workforce;o unemployed individuals;o high school graduates;o GED completers.

Preference is given applicants who:o Attend Bel Air United Methodist Church.o May be unable to continue schooling without financial assistance.o Will attend or are attending a local community college, trade school or apprenticeship program.

After the initial award, the scholarship may be renewed. Successful applicant(s) will be encouraged to apply for renewal in succeeding years and must show evidence of successful progress in working to complete the program of study.

This scholarship is administered by the Bel Air United Methodist Church Scholarship Committee. For further information or to request a hard copy application form, contact Carol Sherman at cwsherm@verizon.net.

PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES March 2018

Habitat for Humanity SusquehannaConstruction Volunteers Needed Saturday March 10

Habitat for Humanity Susquehanna and BAUMC/VIM are teaming together to continue construction of a new home in Havre de Grace. This "Faith Build" home is under roof and we are looking for volunteers for Saturday March 10th.

What: Habitat for Humanity Construction ProjectWhen: Saturday 3/10; work starts at 7:30 AM and finishes about 3:30 PM. Location: 713 Girard Street, Havre de Grace, MD 21078Volunteer online at www.habitatsusq.org

No construction experience is required but you must be at least 16 years old. Habitat's supervisors will only ask you to work on things you are comfortable doing. All materials and tools will be provided but wear work clothes. Bring your favorite hammer and gloves and a lunch, if you wish. To volunteer, please use Habitat's online registration. If you have not registered in the past, the online process includes a short safety training lesson. Go to www.habitatsusq.org and follow the instructions to volunteer for construction activity. After registration is completed (or if you have registered before), go to the web site's "construction calendar" and sign-up for Saturday 3/10. If you have any questions, please contact Habitat's Volunteer Coordinator, Brianne Young (410-638-4434 or byoung@habitatsusq.org) or Tim Knabe (443-841-6205 or taknabe42@gmail.com).

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Volunteers needed for March 10 Baltimore Washington Leadership Day!

To help with welcoming, hospitality and directions. Please contact Pastor Lynn or the

church office! Thank you.

The Bel Air United Methodist Women are taking orders for their annual Homemade Easter Candy. We will have white and milk chocolate cross lollipops and peanut butter, buttercream, and coconut filled eggs. Order forms will be available or can be printed from the e-Spire and turned in with payment at the UMW table in the Lobby between services on Sundays, February 25th and March 4th. Pre-ordered candy will be ready for pickup on Palm Sunday, March 25th at the same location. Proceeds go to missions for women and children, globally and locally. Thanks for your support! If you have questions, contact Angela Robertson at 410-638-1845 or angelarobertson@comcast.net.

PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES March 2018

ª March Blood Drive ... Our next blood drive will be Monday, March 12. Appointments can be scheduled on the sign-up sheet located across from the church office. Walk-in donors are also welcomed.

“I learned a lot as a Tiny Tot!”

* Now registering for the 2018-19 school year. *

Tiny Tot School is an outreach program of BAUMCoffering preschool programs providing socialization and kindergarten readiness for children age 2 through 5

year olds.

For more information visit our website: tinytotsbelair.comCall or email to schedule a tour.

Phone: 410-838-6399 E-mail: tinytots@baumc.com

Tiny Tot School

F O O D D R I V E

PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES March 2018

GIRL SCOUT SUNDAY

NONPERISHABLE & UNEXPIRED GOODSto benefit the BAUMC Family Food

Distribution Ministry

March 11, 2018Items of Most Need Include:

Peanut Butter - Jelly - Canned Vegetables - Canned FruitSoups - Canned Meat - Rice - Pasta - Boxed Potatoes

Cereal - Oatmeal - Soap - Toothpaste - Laundry Detergent

Board of Child Care Auxiliary Membership DriveOur annual membership drive for the Board of Child Care (BCC) Auxiliary is being held during the month of March 2018. The Board of Child Care is a multi-service agency of The United Methodist Church which supports children, youth, and families through emergency shelter care, residential care, on-site schools, transitional living for young adults, mental health clinics, day care center, and foster care and adoption services. The BCC Auxiliary supports the children with birthday and holiday celebrations, graduation gifts, educational supplies, art and leisure activities, and special trips to shows, museums, and sporting events. Dues are just $2 per person, and gifts above that amount are most welcome. Please use one of the special envelopes provided in the pew racks, and be sure to write your name and address on the envelope. Checks should be made payable to Bel Air United Methodist Church and designated for the BCC Auxiliary. Our church’s BCC Auxiliary Key person is Rachel Lucas, phone 240-626-3274 or e-mail lucasterps@gmail.com.

Board of Child Care Cookie CollectionWe have been asked to provide cookies (home-baked or purchased) for the residents of the Board of Child Care. Cookies will be collected on Palm Sunday, March 25. Cookies should be in sturdy containers and can be placed on the collection cart at the Welcome and Information Center.

March 2018

BEL AIR UNITED METHODIST CHURCHPosition Announcement for

Administrative and Youth Ministry Assistant

Bel Air United Methodist Church has an immediate opening for an Administrative Assistant. This is a non-exempt part time position working four seven hour days for a total of 28 hours per week.

Job Description can be found at http://bit.ly/BelAirUMCJobOpportunity.If interested, send a cover letter and resume to employment@baumc.com.

To my dear friends at Bel Air United Methodist Church - I thank you for helping to celebrate my 100th birthday. Your lovely cards, phone calls, visits and birthday cake! Never thought I’d make it!

But as I say, everyday “This is the day, the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it” In Christian love, Marge Heuman.

BEL AIR UMC 2018 MISSION DINNERS SCHEDULE

Saturday, April 14 (4:00 pm - 7:00 PM)Spaghetti Dinner to benefit Boy Scout Troop 777

Saturday, May 12 (4:00-6:30 PM) Dinner to benefit Youth Missions & BAUMC Scholarship Fund

D A Y L I G H T S A V I N G S - S P R I N G F O R W A R D

March 11 Daylight Savings Time Begins. Turn your clock ahead 1 hour before retiring on Saturday night.

Non-Profit Org.

U.S. Postage

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Bel Air, MD 21014

The e-Spire, a weekly update of information, devotions, upcoming events and activities is distributed via e-mail. If you would like to receive the e-Spire, please send your e-mail address to wolfl@baumc.com.

CONFERENCE STAFF

Bishop - Rev. LaTrelle Miller EasterlingDistrict Superintendent - Rev. Ann Laprade

BEL AIR UMC STAFF Lead Pastor - Rev. Byron E. BroughtAssociate Pastor - Rev. L. Lynn BoydDirector of Children & Family Ministries -Rev. Deb Lampton Director of Youth Ministry - Ashley HaughDirector of Music/Chancel Choir Director - David TramontanaChurch Administrator - Tony CiampaglioDirector of Young Adult Ministry - Christopher PelfreyBookkeeper - Penny BuranenAdministrative/Congregational Care Asst. - Debbie AtteberryAdministrative Specialist - Lisa Wong WolfAdministrative & Youth Ministry Assistant - tbdWedding Coordinator - Cheryl FirthFacilities & Maintenance Manager - Rick SchulteHospitality Coordinator - Alice Archeraaarcher@comcast.net

E-mail for BAUMC Staff: last name first initial @ baumc.com (ex: broughtb@baumc.com)

SUBMISSIONS FOR APRIL’S NEWSLETTER

Do you have an event or article you’d like to see in APRIL’s edition of the SPIRE? Send them to wolfl@baumc.com and atteberryd@baumc.com by 12 noon, Tuesday, March 20th.

If you are receiving an electronic copy of the Spire and prefer to have one mailed to your home or if you are receiving only a hard copy and would like to see the SPIRE newsletter in color, please e-mail Lisa Wolf at wolfl@baumc.com or visit our web-site www.belairumc.org

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G D’S BEST

Our volunteers are God’s Best and we appreciate you! We would like to thank you and

celebrate your service to our church. Please join us for a Volunteer Reception in

room 202 after services on Sunday, April 8, from 9 to 11 am.