Archive for May, 2008
We Remember
Memorial Day has long been observed as a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. We would like to extend an opportunity to those of you who have lost loved ones in service to our country. Tell us about them. Who were they to you, and why did you love them? Make a comment below, and we will remember with you.
I’d like to tell you about Brett Hershey. My husband and I went to college with Brett at Indiana University. 
We were all involved in the same college ministry. Brett was easily the kindest guy either of us knew. He smiled constantly, was always willing to help, and loved to make you laugh with him. He had an unwavering faith. You knew quickly that Brett really loved his God.
Brett served in the National Guard. He died in Afghanistan about three years ago when the vehicle he was in drove over a land mine. His best friend, Dave Fladung, built a great website about Brett where I just watched a video of him goofing around with a fellow soldier, singing to the radio. It was good to see that smile and hear that laugh again. He was so full of life and fun! We miss you Hersh. www.rememberhersh.com
Amber Blosson
Associate Service Programming Director
Twitter and beyond
Hey Buckhead bloggers. Here are a few miscellaneous items I thought you’d be interested in knowing.
• With Memorial Day fast approaching, we’re going to create an opportunity for you on the blog to remember and celebrate the life of a friend or family member. Amber Blossom will be giving us more details on this a little later this week.
• Be on the look-out for a “Night of Worship” at Buckhead later this summer. Last year’s was amazing.
• We ended our current season of KidStuf yesterday with a rousing performance. If that wasn’t cool enough, we helped launch KidStuf in Queretaro, Mexico yesterday as well. That’s what I’d call a busy day!
• Buckhead Church is Twittering. “What’s Twittering?” you ask. Well, look over on the right side of the blog page here and you will notice twitter updates. Twitter is a free social networking and micro-blogging service that allows users to send “updates” or “tweets” up to 140 characters long. With so many things happening at Buckhead Church, it’s hard to keep you informed on all of them. So, our Leadership Team will provide quick updates via Twitter as a way of giving you the latest breaking news and opportunities. You can check us out on Twitter by going to http://twitter.com/BuckheadChurch and signing up to follow. It’s a lot of fun.
• Speaking of our Leadership Team at Buckhead Church, many of you might not know who’s on that group. Here they are: Joel Thomas, Director of Singles and College; Bob Strickland, Director of Administration; Susanne Fatigati, Director of Membership & Care; Billy Phenix, Director of Family Ministry; Steve Giddens, Director of Groups; Rod Brown, Director of Global X; Carlos Whittaker, Director of Service Programming; Kristen Franklin, Assistant to the Campus Pastor; and little ol’ me, Campus Pastor. One of the many true joys of my time here has been the opportunity to laugh, pray, think and serve with this incredible group.
• We will only have two services this coming Sunday due to the holiday weekend. See you at 9 am and 11 am.
• Finally, let us know what you thought of the conclusion of Faith, Hope and Luck by commenting here on the blog.
Jeff
Video Update
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Hey Buckhead Church…
This Sunday, Andy will be wrapping up the series Faith, Hope & Luck. We hope you’ve been tracking with us as Andy has challenged us to rethink the way we define our faith. I think this week would be a GREAT time to invite that friend of yours who may have crossed your mind during this series. Why not JUST ASK them? How about this…I’ll go first. This week, I’m going to Just Ask, and I’ll let you know how it goes. Will you do the same?
And for a little inspiration, here’s a video from the Just Tell booth. What a great story! [youtube=http://www.youtube.com/v/ltC8iXShGZA 425 350]
See you Sunday…
Amber Blossom
MARRIEDLIFE LIVE…THIS SATURDAY NIGHT!!!
Hey Buckhead Church married folks! Got plans for this Saturday night? Well, now you do.
It is a night that makes you laugh…
A night that makes you think…
A night for your marriage…
Because every marriage deserves more…
Join us THIS SATURDAY NIGHT, MAY 17 at 7:30pm for an evening of laughter and great music alongside timeless truths that will empower and enrich your marriage! We’ve been working extra hard to build this Married Life Live and don’t want you to miss out! Joy and Billy Phenix will be hosting alongside some amazing musicians like Nathan Angelo, Meghan Coffee, and Rachel Bos. Remember, MarriedLife Live is for married couples of all ages . . . from newlyweds to empty nesters!
Want to know more? The Married Life website is a great place to start (and to take a peek at what we we’ll be talking about this time around) …
Check it out at http://www.marriedlifeonline.com/live .
So, here are a couple of things you need to do ASAP…
1). GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY… Tickets are available to purchase online at ( http://www.marriedlifeonline.com/live ) Simply click the BUCKHEAD link under the May 17, 2008 date…
2). TALK IT UP and BRING SOME FRIENDS! MLL is even more fun when you come with your friends and/or community group. Invite them along this week!
See you on Saturday …remember, because YOUR marriage deserves more!
