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Message from the Minister
Looking ahead to the 23rd Psalm
"Lord, please keep me in Your flock and don't let me stray."
All my life, I've been a "why?" person. I drove my mother crazy with my incessant "why" questions. I was rarely satisfied with just a simple answer - I wanted details; I wanted reasoning; I wanted to know how we ended up with the answer; but most importantly - I wanted to know "why?"
Oh, to be sure, I wasn't being precocious; I just simply wanted to know why. And so I carried that behavior right into adulthood - and find myself still asking the question, "why?"
In our Navigating Life Series, beginning August 15th, as we dig into Psalm 23, one of the most well-known scriptures of all, the process of discovering the "why" about the author, David - King David, will be a curious adventure. It will be fun to bring to life the why behind God's choice of David the shepherd boy; the why along David's journey from that early, humble beginning, where at one point I have no doubt that the shepherd boy, David wondered, "Why me, Lord?" to the ultimate, most beloved heroes of all scripture - King David. I want to discover what God saw in him - in spite of himself; Why David made the choices he made; and finally, how David settled into a faith that was totally and completely dependent upon his God - the God of Israel - asking Him to be the Shepherd of his life.
So, before we can understand the significance of the 23rd Psalm, we must first look at the progression and journey of David's life from a small shepherd boy, son of Jesse to powerful King David - a man who left the safety of his earthly father's home - to bond into Palace life under the watchful eye of a mighty King, all the while developing a passionate heart which yearned for nothing more than to please his Heavenly Father.
"Why is this important for me and for my life today and what can I learn from him?" You see, as we look at David's path I believe that we will be able to pinpoint our own rights of passage along his growth chart and find that our joys, our struggles, our disappointments; our LIFE is truly no different than his. In fact, as we grasp the concepts of his journey, and embrace his wonderful "humanness" it will better equip us as we allow God in Christ Jesus, THE Shepherd, to help us navigate our lives on this earth.
Rev. Diane Parrish
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Worship Services This Week 
Chapel Service
8:15am in the Chapel
"Whose Yoke are You Carrying" - Part 2: Rev.
Kelly Brumbeloe
Matthew 11:28-30
Sanctuary Service
9:30 & 11:00am in the Sanctuary
"Absolute Trust in God" - Part 2 in
the Series "A Life That Really Matters": Rev. Diane Parrish
Philippians 4:8-9
Encounter (Contemporary) Service
11:00am in the Fellowship Hall
"The One Thing That Changes Everything" - Part 3: Rev. Carey Akin
John 17 (selected)
St. Philip UMC
11:00am at St. Philip UMC
"It Could Change Your Life": Rev. Jon Ponders
2
Timothy 3:10-17
Camp S.P.L.A.T. Children's Worship for K-5th Grade
11:00am in the Basement of the F Building
"GOD IS . . . Justice"
I Samuel 13:1-14
God's Garden Worship (Ages 3 (9/01/09) through Pre K)
9:30am & 11am in A35
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Church News 
Please
visit mtbethel.org for more details about our
ministries, programs and events. If you are visiting Mt. Bethel for the first time, please stop by the Visitor Information Booth. There you can find information about Children's Worship, Nursery & Sunday School options. If you wish to become a member or would like to receive our monthly newsletter, please contact our Membership Office at 678-560-7226.
Welcome New Members:
Jim, Kristy, Vann & Luke Flowers, 213 Lamplighter Lane, Marietta 30067, 770-983-7478.
Mark your calendar for our "Fall Kick-Off Celebration" on Sunday, August 8. All worship services will be combined in the Sanctuary at 9:30 & 11:00.
Children from age 3 through 5th Grade (God's Garden, Camp Splat & Surf's Up) and their families will worship in the Gym, Olympia Room & Aerobics Room at their own "Back to School" celebration.
Adult Sunday School classes will meet as usual, but no Sunday School for children.
Instead of our normal breakfast, we will have a covered dish lunch in the Fellowship Hall immediately after each worship service. The church will provide pulled pork, buns, fruit, baked beans & drinks. We are asking each family to bring a dish that would serve 8-10 people as follows:
If your last name begins with A - H, please bring a salad (fruit or green);
For last names I - P, please bring a side dish (vegetable or casserole);
For last names Q - Z, please bring a dessert.
Please drop your dish off in the Fellowship Hall prior to worship.
No lunch tickets are necessary. The shuttles will run from 8:15-1:30 on August 8.
The New Member Class is a short, informal gathering designed to help you get connected. This introduction to Mt. Bethel will clearly explain who & what our church is. We have several classes scheduled for the year: Saturdays, August 21, September 25 & November 13 (you don't have to attend all of these, just one). The class is from 9:00-11:00 in the Small Dining Room. Childcare is available. For more information or to register, contact Krista Downing - 678-560-7226.
Do you want information about the planned Mt. Bethel's Courtyard (Columbarium) and Memorial Walk ? For more information, please contact Gale Koven - 678-560-7450 or Dan Boswell - 678-560-3259.
Do
you ever see people & wonder what their names are? Have
you ever heard an announcement regarding a member & wished you could put a
face with a name? Are you a new member & wish you had something to
help you put names with faces? We are producing a pictorial family album!
There is no cost to have your photographs taken, and you will receive a free
8x10 portrait & directory for participating. You will be able to view
your images electronically immediately after photography. At that time,
you will have the opportunity to purchase additional portraits to share with
family & friends. Photography starts in August. Visit the sign-up table on
Sunday mornings or call Krista Downing at 678-560-7226. We look forward
to seeing you!
Mt.
Bethel's Career Ministry meets twice a month at the Mt. Bethel
Community Center (formerly the Older Adult Center) - Resume Reviews from 6:30
to 7:30pm with a program from 7:30 to 9:00pm. Our next meeting is
Tuesday, July 27 - with our topic "Leveraging Technology."
The
Bulletin Committee meets each Wednesday in August at 11:30 in B116. Please join
in the fun:
August 4 -- Luau
Luncheon/Bring a Dish
August
11
-- Bingo
August
18
-- Quarterly Birthdays
August
25
-- Label the Action
Join
the fun of the 5th Annual Dog Days Run sponsored by the Rotary Club of East
Cobb - August 14
- with all net proceeds benefitting local and international service projects -
including Camp Hope. The 5K race starts at 7:00am; the 1-mile fun run starts at
7:45am & the "Tot Trot" starts at 8:00am. Register at
www.active.com. For more information, contact Des Yawn at 404-401-6502. More
information can be found at eastcobbrotary.com.
Children's
MinistryBorn
to Believe Sunday School class is set to begin Sunday morning, August 15, at
11:00. This
class is designed to meet the needs of children who want to be interactive,
hands on, educational experience in a safe place to be successful, know they
are loved and can learn to live and love like Jesus. We use rotation
model class room setting that allow us to keep the children in small
groups. In order to offer this class this year we are in need of Sunday
School teachers. The age range is 5K- 5th grade. Please contact Becky Tolbert - 678-560-7447 or
Dianne Hylton - 770-971-5074.
Logistic
Volunteers: Volunteers are needed on Sunday mornings in Elementary Sunday School (11:00am)
and Preschool Sunday School (9:30 and 11:00AM) to help deliver roll books,
monitor the halls and help with supplies for the teachers. If you would
like this one hour job on Sunday's (once a month) please contact Dianne Hylton -
770-971-5074.
It's
a Back To School Kick Off Celebration for children and families on Sunday
August 8,
as we worship and celebrate the new school year with S.P.L.A.T.itude! The
celebration is in the CAC for Kindergarten-5th Grade children and even God's
Garden (ages 3 and 4) will meet in the CAC in the Olympia Room! You won't
want to miss this special service as we send out our children and Sunday School
teachers for the new school year! Reminder there will not be Moments With the
Ministers in the Sanctuary; God's Garden will be meeting in the CAC for
this special service.
Children's
Sunday School and Worship Programs will begin on Sunday August 15th. This
is a great time to re-register your child for Sunday mornings at mtbethel.org/sunday.
Sunday
School classes, Catechesis (9:30 and 11:00), Born To Believe (11:00 only) will
begin at 9:30 for our elementary children and at 11:00 our Children's
Worship services return with Surf's Up (Kindergarten-2nd grade) in F015
and The P.O.D.: Place of Discipleship for (3rd-5th grade) in the Upper
Room. Preschool Sunday School for 2-4 year olds is available at both 9:30
and 11:00 and God's Garden is held during both worship services in the
Sanctuary following Moments with the Minister.
S.P.L.A.T.
U:
"Your source for higher education" is back! Join us on
Wednesday nights from August 11-September 29 for the 6-week study "My
Shepherd Rocks"! Kids will take a journey with the 23rd Psalm
through the eyes of the Shepherd. Elementary children Kindergarten-5th
Grade will meet in F015 and preschool children ages 3 and 4 will meet in
F001. Registration is online.
Life
Groups are a great way for our upper elementary students to learn how to live
their faith and grow in discipleship. Life groups are forming now for
our 4th/5th grade girls God's G.I.R.LS. (Growing Identity in our
Righteous Loving Savior) and 4th/5th grade boys - Fishers of Men. Life
Groups for our 4th and 5th grade students meet at 6:30 pm in the Education
Building on Wednesday nights. Contact Sherri Juliani for
more information.
3rd
Grade Bible Presentation will be on Sunday August 15 in both Traditional
Services at 9:30 and 11:00 and also in Encounter Service at 11:00.
Reception and name plates will follow each service in the lobby of the
Education Building.
3rd
Graders are invited to join us for a special night on Friday August 20th in the
Fellowship Hall from 6:00-9:00 pm as we "Unlock the Mystery of the Bible."
The
night will begin with pizza and an adventure that will take the children
through the different libraries of books contained between the covers of their
new Bibles. The night will close with a treasure seeker sundae as
children are sent out on the adventure of a life time in their new treasure
book, the Bible! Registration is available online. Cost is $10.
Student
Ministry
Holy
Ground | July 23rd | 8pm - All rising 9th
through 12th grade students are invited to join us in the Upper Room for an
intense time of worship.
College/Young Adult Ministry
FYI-
We are out of tickets for the July 24 Hillsong concert, and our Passion 2011
tickets are going quickly. Registration forms for Passion 2011 are out, 2nd
floor B hall. Questions, contact Gaylyn Kelly. International
Internship Program is bringing such glory to God. I am thrilled
to report that God continues to provide exceedingly more than we could have
thought to ask for or think possible. Max Francis and Greg Greene have
both just returned from their internship time in Kenya. Sarah Beth Holt
is departing this week and there are currently 3 other young adults who are
seeking God's Will about serving HIM in this way. Continue to pray for
Reece Chapman who is currently serving in Kisumu, Kenya in a medical
clinic. If you would like more information about how you can be involved
with this movement of God, please contact Gaylyn Kelly.
Music Ministry
On
Wednesday, July 28, at 6:00pm the Music Ministry is having a Potluck Dinner for all choir
members and potential choir members. Bring your favorite dish to share to the
Music Office. At 7:00 we are rehearsing with Chuck Newman two songs for the
August 8th Church Wide Kick Off. If you have ever thought about singing in
choir, here is a wonderful opportunity to try it out!. Afterwards, we will be
rehearsing anthems that the Chancel Choir will sing at the 11:00 service
beginning Aug 15th, with Debbie Pierce. Questions, please contact Sandra Chapman.
Auditions
for a 9:30 Praise Team will be held Monday, July 26, from
6:00-8:00pm in A18 for High School age and up. Please contact Sandra Chapman for an
audition time or call 770-971-2730.
It's
a whole new year for iPraise & weePraise and we want you to be a part of
it!
Online registration (no fee) open now! Children receive a new T-shirt!
Recreation
Ministry
Volleyball
Camps
I July
26 - 28, 9:00 - 12:00
(Monday - Wednesday) Girls rising 4th - 5th
II July
26 - 28, 1:00 - 4:00
(Monday - Wednesday) Girls rising 6th - 8th
Check
in at the CAC and wear your shin guards. We will provide drinks and
snack.
Youth
Fall Sports Registration Deadline - Monday, July 26. Baseball,
Softball, T-ball, Soccer, Flag Football and Volleyball. Registration is
processed on a first-come, first-served basis. If leagues are full before the
deadline, participants in those leagues will be placed on a waiting list, so
don't wait. For more information call the Rec Department at 770-971-5280.
Youth
Fall Sports Skills Evaluation - Saturday, July 31. It is
imperative for all players to attend a skills evaluation session (Pre-K leagues
do not attend skills evaluations). Information from these sessions are used in
the team building process. For your child's skills evaluation time, go to
the "Rec Update" on our website at mtbethel.org/rec. For more
information, call the Recreation Department at 770-971-5280.
Adult
Co-ed Softball -
Join us this fall in our newly improved Coed Softball League. Our
Thompson-Sheffield inspired format will allow players of all skill levels to
enjoy the fun and fellowship of softball (Don't worry guys you can bat
normal). With a modified fence distance and restricted flight ball,
player safety is maximized. Ages 19+. Space is limited. Please
register your complete team with Adam Sheffield or contact him for more
information - 770-971-4299. Registration
deadline is Monday, August 2.
*New* Adult Men's
Basketball - In college or recently graduated and looking for a place to continue
intramural basketball? Well look no further as 19-30 year old men's
basketball is finally here. Space is limited. Please register your
complete team with Adam Sheffield or contact him for more information - 770-971-4299. Registration deadline is
Monday, August 2.
Adult
Bowling League - The season will begin with a get-acquainted night on Monday, August 30,
at 6:00pm with a free night of bowling for all new or returning bowlers at the
Brunswick Zone Lanes (Delk Road). The season will begin after Labor Day on
Monday, September 13, at 6:00pm. This is a mixed men and women's
league. The teams are four people with one or more women on each team. It is a
fun and good way to meet new people. For more information, contact Adrien
Freeman at 770-973-3763.
Fitness
Boot
Camp, Zumba, Body Sculpting, Pilates, Yoga fitness series: begins August 2 - Join one of our many classes. Go to mtbethel.org/fitness for complete schedule and pricing. Babysitting available for some classes. Call Caroline Booker at 770-971-5280 for additional
information.
Prayer
Ministry"Voices
United"- Join us on Thursday nights at 7:00 in B106 as we pray for every
facet of the Church.
Aloha to Aging
Aloha
Day Club
is an exciting 3.5 hour programfor those individuals 55+years of age
and older who have stopped driving and are in need of socialization outside of
the home in a safe and nurturing setting. Our weekday program incorporates
exercises designed for older adults, music and stimulating games, lunch and
discussions into each session. We meet Monday, Wednesdays & Thursdays from
10:30pm - 2:00pm. For more information visit us online or call Aloha
To Aging, Inc at 678-439-1177.
Family
Caregiver & Alzheimer's Support Group, August 2, at 10:30am at
Mt. Bethel Community Center. Open to individuals who are assisting an aging
loved one both inside and outside of the home. Free care is provided for your
loved one while we meet, but must call in advance. For more information call
Aloha To Aging, Inc. at 678-439-1177.
Our Faithfulness
Offerings Received last week -- $86,038
Offerings Received this fiscal year -- $220,925
Fiscal year July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011
Offerings Needed to Date - $468,981
Weekend Minister on Call -- 770-354-5433 |
Our Joys & Concerns
The altar flowers are given to the Glory of God and in celebration of the 90th birthday of Bill Ziegler, Sr. and in loving memory of Nellie Lindner, given by their family.
The rosebud on the altar is in honor of the birth of Charlotte Leigh Rogers, daughter of Sam & Haley Rogers and granddaughter of Tony & Susie Rogers, on July 14, 2010.
The Paschal Candle burns in honor of the life of Dennis Harvison and Steven Farley, now living in the Father's House. The Paschal Candle also burns in honor of the baptism of Kelsey Paige Crowe, daughter of Bradley & Lindsay Crowe; and Caroline Dawn Taylor, daughter of Mark & Nicole Taylor.
We extend Christian sympathy to Deborah and Clay Harvison in the loss of Deborah's husband, Dennis Harvison; to Jackie, Bryan & Caitlin Farley in the loss of Jackie's husband, Steven Farley; to Bogue, Becky, Bogie & Carrie-Welles Miller in the loss of Becky's mother, Mary Ailene Weeks; to Ron, Bridgette, Ryan & Nikki Raitz in the loss of Bridgette's mother, Marilyn Monroe; and to Jim, Joan, Matt & Lauren Skesavage in the loss of Joan's mother, Marcia Imken. May God hold you in the palm of His hand during this time of grief.
Recently hospitalized: Katherine Guthrie.
The Bob Nash Family would like to express their appreciation for all the love and support they received during the loss of their husband and father.
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Where the Action Is 
Sunday, July
25
8:00-10:00am
Fellowship Breakfast - Fellowship Hall
8:15am
Worship Service - Chapel
9:30am
Sunday School
9:30am
Worship Service - Sanctuary
9:30am
God's Garden - A35
11:00am
Worship Service - Sanctuary
11:00am
Encounter Worship Service - Fellowship Hall
11:00am
Sunday School
11:00am
Camp S.P.L.A.T. - for K-5th Graders - F011 & F015
11:00am
God's Garden - A35
2:00pm
Eagle Ceremony (Matt Cheek) - Chapel
3:00pm
Eagle Ceremony Reception - Dining Room
8:30pm
Men's Basketball - Gym
Monday,
July 26
9:00am
Volleyball Camp - Gym
9:30am
MOPS Budget Meeting - B109
9:30am
MUST Sandwich Making - Wings Circle - Dining Room
10:00am
Women's Costa Rica Conference Team Meeting - B106
7:00pm
Twilight Twirlers - D14/15
7:30pm
Boy Scout Troop 1011 - Scout Meeting Hall
Tuesday,
July 27
9:00am
Membership Committee - B112
9:00am
Volleyball Camp - Gym
9:30am
Mother's Morning Out - D Hall
10:30am
Knitting Angels - B109
6:30pm
Career Ministry Resume Review & Networking - Community Center
7:00pm
Bible Study Encouragement Group - B116
7:00pm
Grief Support Group - B106
7:30pm
Career Ministry Program - Community Center
Wednesday,
July 28
9:00am
Volleyball Camp - Gym
11:30am
Bulletin Committee - B116
1:00pm
Bridge Group - Community Center East
4:00pm
Line Dancing - Aerobics Room
6:30pm
Divorce Recovery Support Group - Frankie's Italian Restaurant
6:30pm
Summer Choir Rehearsal - A18
Thursday,
July 29
9:00am
Volleyball Camp - Gym
9:30am
Mother's Morning Out - D Hall
9:30am
Quilting for Christ - F001
7:00pm
East Cobb Quilt Guild - F001
7:00pm
Prayer Ministry - B106
7:00pm
Pursuit - Upper Room
Friday,
July 30
6:15am
Friday's Faithful - B112
7:00am
Charlie Oates Men's Bible Study - Community Center
7:30am
Rock Eagle Men's Group - B106
Saturday,
July 31
8:00am-5:00pm
Fall Sports Evaluation - "Fields of Dreams"
9:00am
Happy Tails Volunteer Training - F005
10:00am
Alcoholics Anonymous - Community Center
11:00am
Harper Wedding - Chapel
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