by Bob Morris Mississippi is a land of history – the birthplace of James Meredith, Fannie Lou Hamer, Tennessee Williams, Muddy Waters, and one very special Beargrass member, Coach Joe Walker, Jr. It is here where character is built, dug out of the soil of cotton fields under a hot Mississippi sun along dirt roads…
by Bob Morris In every small town, there’s a rhythm you can feel long before you learn to name it. It hums beneath the quiet streets, drifts through open windows on summer nights, and settles into the bones of the people who grow up there. For some, that rhythm becomes a compass. And for a…
by Bob Morrris Meeting Terry Dick for the first time is like slipping on your favorite sweater—instantly warm, familiar, and comforting. His broad smile and kind blue eyes make you feel right at home, as if to say, “This is where I belong.” Then there’s that mustache—a distinctive, perfectly groomed signature that captures the richness,…
What do you get when you add an educator, an engineer, and an entomologist together? Add a soldier, an insurance agent, an entrepreneur, and if you look hard enough, you might just find a baker and candlestick maker, too. We’re going to need a large mixing bowl for sure! We will answer that question later…
Our story begins when a young boy places a nickel in the offering plate just as the warm summer breeze carries the scent of honeysuckle through the gaps in the clapboard planks of the old Baptist church that leans under the weight of the years and the heartfelt testimony of sinners. The young boy wonders…
“As I got older, the hard work set in. From cutting, hanging, and stripping tobacco, it became clear that this was no easy job, but it sure would make you a man, I can tell you that. The long hours spent in the field, the heat of the summer sun, and the tough work—there was…
“She’s our rock!” That is how Dr. Patricia Kennedy, who, along with her husband Dr. Richard Arrington, started Jefferson Animal Hospital 48 years ago, describes Dr. Terri Fowler. Dr. Fowler—simply Terri to all of us—will retire from the clinic in July after 45 years. A journey of joy, laughter, sometimes sadness, but one noted for…
A Week of Faith, Fun, and Fellowship on the Road with God What a journey! Beargrass Christian Church was filled with music, movement, and the joyful energy of kids and volunteers during Vacation Bible School 2025. This year’s theme, “Following God—Wherever We Go,” transformed our church into a vibrant road trip experience that reminded kids (and adults!) that God is with us…
The year 2025 has been a devastating one for the world’s refugees. The U.S. has canceled all contracts with its 10 nonprofit partners through whom highly vetted refugees have flowed into this country for more than half a century. There is no real hope the program will ever be restarted, at least under the current…
Beloveds of God at Beargrass Christian Church, Blessings and gratitude to you from the staff of your Week of Compassion – the relief, refugee, and sustainable development ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Our mission is to work with partners to alleviate suffering throughout the world, with a vision of a world where…
This is the first in a series of articles designed to help us all better understand the big picture of finances at Beargrass Christian Church. Our hope is to lift up the generosity of our congregation, while at the same time telling stories of how that generosity makes ministry possible. Last year, two significant gifts were made to Beargrass Christian Church. One…
How much do you really know about God? Knowing God’s attributes is central to the Christian Faith. God is not just a distant, abstract being; He is active, present, and intimately involved in our lives. Over the course of the coming weeks, we will unpack the richness of God’s character and learn how these attributes…
Sunday, February 23rd 10 – 11 AM • The Chapel Dear Beargrass Family, Recent announcements from the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) highlight several global emergencies—Sudan, DR Congo, Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Ukraine, Afghanistan, and the Rohingya crisis in Myanmar. The numbers are overwhelming—120 million people have been displaced from their homes, with 43 million recognized as…
Each year the congregation is presented a slate of Executive Board Officers, Mission Board Leaders, Elders, and Deacons for election. With the congregation’s affirmation, these leaders commit to guiding our church’s mission with faith, wisdom, and a spirit of service. Executive Board Mission Board, 2025 Elder Council, 2025 Deacon Council, 2025
Date: Sunday, February 23, 4-7 PMLocation: Chalice HallDescription: Get ready for a night of creativity, fun, and fellowship! Join us for CARnival of FUN Movie Night, where kids design their very own cardboard box cars, race through a super fun pretend car wash, and settle in to watch a movie—drive-in style! Help us plan by…
For more than 20 years, Beargrass has partnered with our friends Cornerstone ChildDevelopment Center as great neighbors on the part of our campus along Browns Lane.Cornerstone is not only a wonderful tenant of the church’s building next door but are also a leadingchildcare center for hundreds of families around Louisville who come to our campus…
It is a joy to share some exciting news with you as we welcome our new Interim Children’s Ministry Director, Tashia Gonzales. Miss Tashia has been a longtime favorite teacher of both parents and students next door at Cornerstone Child Development Center over the past decade and has previously served on staff with the children’s…
There is a very unique event coming to Beargrass that you definitely want to make sure is on your calendar. It is called ‘A World of Christmas’ and it will happen on December 8th, 5:30PM here at Beargrass. Most of the Christmas Carols we all know and love so much, originated in countries from all around the world, including America, hence ‘A…
The Haruns, Abubakar, Asha, and their five children, arrived from a Kenyan refugee camp to a warm Beargrass welcome two months ago. Ahmed and Salma have moved to Newcomer Academy from Seneca and settled in nicely there, while Abdulhadi and Salima are enjoying their days at Goldsmith Elementary. Mom and Dad attend English and cultural…
Beargrass has been able to expand our Ministry Operations Coordinator position to a full-time role which will be filled by the wonderful and talented Joy Rueff who most recently served on the staff within Louisville Area Community Ministries. As a core part of the Beargrass staff team, Joy will assist both our ministers and ministry…
While observing folks shopping carts, many have a 24 pack of bottled water. Is bottled water safer, healthier and cheaper? There are times when bottled water is necessary but we have been made to feel like bottled water is safer and healthier. However bottled water is another marketing scheme used by large companies. Are we being fed another hoax? Good News-BCC has…
Every Day of the Week! M-F 4:30-7:30 pm • Sat. & Sun. 9:30–7:30 pm Get ready for a pumpkin-filled adventure right in the Beargrass Christian Church parking lot! Scouts BSA Troop 115 will be out there waiting to help you pick the perfect pumpkins! We’ve got pumpkins of all colors, shapes, and sizes, and all…
As Beargrass looks to the future of the Children’s Ministry, a “Dream Team” has been appointed by the Executive Board to ensure continuity with the strong foundation of our existing programming while also imagining new ways to help it grow by adding new opportunities for children and families to connect with one another. Over the…
We are proud to announce a major initiative to create community-wide awareness about Beargrass and broadly share what who we are as the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ). Starting this weekend, on the first Sunday of each month from 10:30-11am WHAS-TV 11 will broadcast a new episode of “Beargrass: A Place Called Home” that will…
We’re pleased to report that the Harun’s have settled into their new home and community quite nicely over the past half-month. Fortunately, KRM was able to provide them with a used washer and dryer set, which puts a nice finishing touch on their home and is also quite a luxury for this family of seven.…
Cornbread – Native American; African cultures Prep Time: 10 minsCook Time: 20 minsTotal Time: 30 minsServings: 12Yield: 1 (9-inch) round cornbread Ingredients1 cup all-purpose flour1 cup yellow cornmeal⅔ cup white sugar3 ½ teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1 cup milk⅓ cup vegetable oil1 large eggDirections Pita – Greece Prep Time: 30 minsCook Time: 10 minsAdditional Time: 2 hrs 35 minsTotal Time: 3 hrs…
Sunday, September 29 – Sunday, October 6 By Mike Puckett, Mission Support You are invited to financially support the Reconciliation Ministry of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) during the coming week. This ministry was given birth at our 1968 International Convention, so its existence now exceeds a half century. Here is its vision: It…
By Mike Puckett What an incredibly compassionate and generous congregation! The Harun family of 7 arrived late Tuesday evening to a warm, inviting, and well-furnished 3-bedroom apartment in central Louisville, just off Goldsmith Ln. Thank you sincerely, Beargrass, for all you’ve done over the past 12 days to extend them God’s love and welcome–the monetary…
Last year I was part of a life-changing program called Leadership Louisville that was vital in helping me strengthen my own leadership skills and connect with others to learn new ways that Beargrass can help serve our city mode broadly. As I was going through that program, I became eager to imagine how we could…
Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR) training teaches three crucial steps that anyone can learn to help save lives. Just as CPR training empowers people to save lives during medical emergencies, QPR equips individuals to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and take action to help. What You’ll Learn:– How to recognize the warning signs of suicide– Effective questioning techniques to…