Ministries: Outreach, Fellowship, and Evangelism

Fellowship

Theology on Tap meets on the second Tuesday of the month for dinner at a rotation of local restaurants and member homes. There is good food, fellowship & fun, and a topic of the month is discussed. You can follow the Facebook page for Theology on Tap to find out the discussion topic of the month. 

The Inbetweeners is our group for those who are too old for college and too young to be retired. They meet meet regularly for Sunday night Brainiac Trivia hosted at Cedar Glade Brews. (All ages are welcome including children at Brainiac Trivia.)

The Fabulous Ladies of Advent is open to all women of Advent, disciples and visitors alike. There are various activities (usually once a month). A craft day, outings, movies, visiting local businesses etc. This group is dedicated to inclusivity and welcomes all women, as well as those who identify as women, regardless of gender identity. You can sign up to join in their activities on The Fabulous Ladies of Advent Facebook Page or in the E-News.

Gather and Connect is held on the first Sunday of each month after worship. The fellowship team invites everyone to stay after worship to get to know each other, to talk about the sermon or just connect with each other. There will be food and coffee also.

Ministries

Advent Shepherds – The Shepherds support the pastor by visiting those who are homebound, hospitalized, or simply in need of companionship. They also share home communion with these individuals.

Faith Formation – Christian Education for all ages, Adult, Young Adult, Youth, & Children

Fellowship Team – This team coordinates fun and fellowship with various events like, Connect & Gather each month, Fall Festival, pool parties and many other different outings open to all!

LGBT Support Group – This (closed/private) support group which will meet after worship on the 2nd Sunday of the month. This is a casual gathering for LGBTQ+ folks ONLY (no allies).

Outreach & Evangelism – Our outreach team focuses on community, the Blessing Box, Clothing Shed, Booths at RuCo Pride and BoroPride, and partnering with a local school .

Popcorn Prayer – This ministry meets every Sunday after worship to life up in prayer those whom are in are hearts. It’s a short 15 minutes but packed with prayer.

Property Team – The property team helps with the upkeep of the grounds and building.

Safety Team – Our safety team is focused on keeping the building and those who attend safe.

Stewardship – This ministry helps parishioners figure out the best way to take care of our church.

Blessing Box

The “blessing box” is for non-perishable food and hygiene products for our local neighbors who are in need. The box is always open and available, and anyone is free to take or contribute according to their needs and abilities. We only ask that you avoid perishables and aerosols and limit items that may require scarce prep resources (microwaves, eggs, milk). Here are some suggested items:

If you are not able to physically contribute to the blessing box but wish to contribute to it, we’ll do the shopping for you! Give at the link below:

Our blessing box is one of many in Rutherford County – if you are in need, there may be one closer to you here:

Clothing Shed

Our clothing shed on our property only accepts what is listed below. Please do not leave anything outside of the shed or not in a bag.

Support and Partnerships with Local Aid Organizations

Here are just some of the local and regional ministries and social justice groups we support:

• Boro Pride Day
• Cold Patrol
• Doors of Hope
• Family Promise
• gaychurch.org
• Inspiritus (formerly Lutheran Services of Tennessee)
• Lutheran Disaster Response
• Murfreesboro Loves
• Murfreesboro Muslim Youth
• Nourish Food Bank
• PAWS
• Portico
• PFLAG
• RuCo Pride
• Salvation Army
• The Journey Home