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.
Poinsettias will be used to decorate the Sanctuary during Advent. If you would like to order one in honor or in memory of someone, please complete the form in this week's bulletin & place in the offering plate or return to the Church Office with your check payable to Mt. Bethel marked "Poinsettias" on the for line. You may also order at www.mtbethel.org. The poinsettias may be taken home on Sunday, December 12 or 19. Deadline to order is Monday, December 13.
The next Healing Service is Sunday, December 5, at 12:15pm in the Chapel. All are invited.
Service of Hope | Monday, December 6 | 7pm | Sanctuary
A service for those suffering from a loss of a loved one.
"Christmastime" - a Bell and Orchestra Concert | Wednesday, December 8 at 6:30pm in the Sanctuary - Welcome the season by enjoying your favorite Christmas carols. Presented by the Adult Handbell Choirs, High School Handbell Choir and Orchestra playing both secular and sacred Christmas music.
Prime Rib Dinner | Wednesday, December 15 | 4:30-7:00pm | Fellowship Hall Adults $6; Children (ages 4-10) $3; Children (ages 3-under) $1; Immediate family maximum $25 | Tickets available in the Bookstore or online.
Live Nativity | Wednesday, December 15 | 6:30-8pm | Parking Lot
CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP SERVICES - Friday, December 24 - 3pm | 5pm* | 8pm | 11pm - *At 5:00, there will be a traditional service in the Sanctuary and a contemporary service in the Fellowship Hall. *Nursery is available for the 3:00 & 5:00 services. The shuttle will run from Dickerson Middle School for the 5:00 service (4:15-6:30pm).
Sunday, December 26 - There will be just one worship service at 10am. We will not have Sunday School. There will be God's Garden for the younger children.
If you would like to donate stock to Mt. Bethel, please go to www.mtbethel.org. On the front page of the website, go to the "online giving" button, located near the bottom of the main web page. Click on the button, and then click on the file located below the credit card symbols. This is the form to use for transferring stock to Mt. Bethel . . . just fill it out and give to your account representative for your stock transfers. Then just e-mail Gale Koven to let her know the name of the stock you are transferring to Mt. Bethel and the giving purpose of the donation. Please remember charitable contributions must be claimed in the year they are delivered. One exception is a check mailed to a charity: it is deductible in the year the check is mailed (post-marked), even if it is received early in the next year. The church offices will be closed on the following dates: November 25 and 26, December 24, 27 and 31
Carols for Christmas - "The Angels' Message" - Sunday, December 5 - 4:00 and 6:30pm in the Sanctuary. Come join us as we experience the events of that Bethlehem night from a fresh perspective. The angel Gabriel will lead us through the story, beginning with ancient prophecy and ending with the stories of those who heard, believed and obeyed the angels' commands to "rise up and follow!" Over 200 singers - adults, children and youth - actors, instrumentalists, handbells, and, as always, some very special surprises will bring the story to life. There's no better way to kick off the Christmas season! Shuttle will be provided for the 4pm showing only. The shuttle will run from 3:15-5:45 at the Dickerson location only.
Mt. Bethel's Day Care Center has openings for full-time assistant teachers - working with the two-year-old class or the four-year-old class. For more information, please stop by the Center at 615 Woodlawn Drive, Marietta or call 678-560-8005 and ask for Dee Stolz.
Live Nativity - Wednesday, December 15, from 6:00-7:30pm at the big oak tree by the H House. Families are invited to participate as the characters; Mary, Joseph, the wise men, shepherds, angels and the star of Bethlehem to stand in the stable as we present the Christmas story that changed the world. We will have 4 rotations(6; 6:20; 6:40 and 7:00) with at least 3 families in each rotation beginning at 6pm. Children's Ministry will provide the costumes and direct the characters into the stable while the story is read and songs are sung. Please call or email Dianne Hylton to sign up at 770-971-5074.
The Ruth Young Cancer Memorial Fund has recently been established to help women of Mt. Bethel who are undergoing treatment or are recovering from cancer, and who from time to time may need help with quality of life issues, such as babysitting, yard work, transportation, etc. If you would like to donate to this fund, please make checks payable to Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church with Ruth Young Memorial Cancer Fund on the "for" line.
We have lots of dates available for you to reserve the altar flowers. The arrangements are $60 each. Please call or email Debi Wyatt 678-560-2437.
Student Ministry dnow2011 Registration is Here! | Feb. 11-13 Go online NOW to get the best price for dnow2011. It is currently $90 and will increase to $100 on Dec.13th . Register here Student Ministry ChristmasTree Pick-Up is this Saturday from 8-11am. Don't forget, we will also have a pancake breakfast on Dec. 4th from 8-10am so make it a family event!
HS Inside Out | December 1 | 7-8:30pm | Upper Room This is our high-school-only worship service. Come hear a great message and have a time of worship and prayer. MS Day|One│December 5│9:15-10:45am│Upper Room Our middle school worship service is packed with crazy games, fun skits, engaging worship, and relevant messages. Come join us every Sunday morning as we dig into the book of Matthew and see how God's Word applies to our lives.
HS Sunday School│December 5│9:30am│F011 Attention all high school students!!! Join us on Sunday mornings for fun, fellowship, Bible lessons, and the occasional breakfast!
HS Mission Ops│December 5 An opportunity for high school students to share the love of Christ by serving others. We currently have 45 high school students signed up to serve at 9:30 am in numerous ministries within the church. To sign up for Mission Ops, please pick up a form upstairs in the B Building.
High School Mission Ops Party!! | December 5 | Tijuana Joe's | Right After Church Everyone has been so great this Fall, helping with Media, Children, Hospitality, and Middle School. We want to show our appreciation and just get together and have a party. If you need a ride to Tijuana Joe's, please email lauren.eden@mtbethel.org.
HS Spring Break Mission Trips 9th and 10th Grade students are going to the Bahamas and 11th and 12th Grade students are going to Belize. To register, simply pay a $250 non-refundable deposit , and you will receive your registration packet. Student Ministry Tree Sale is here. Order your tree early and support Student Missions. These are gorgeous Fraser firs and all you have to do is fill out a form or order online and then pick up your tree on Saturday, December 4. We will also have a pancake breakfast on December 4 so make it a family event! Girl's Revolve Tour | January 28-29 | Arena at Gwinnett Center|$99 All middle and high school girls and their moms are invited to join us for the Revolve Tour at the Arena at Gwinnett Center January 28-29. Moms, this is a great opportunity for you to spend time with your daughter and her friends, so please take advantage of this opportunity! For more information about this weekend, visit mtbethel.org or contact Lauren Eden.
High School Ski Trip | February 21-24 | Winterplace, WV Join us for our high school ski trip to Winterplace during Winter Break! Don't miss the chance to ski & snow tube with all of your closest friends. Register online. MS Spring Breakaway Disney | April 4-8 | Sign up now! Online Only - Only 50 Spots - We are traveling to Orlando, Florida and spending 2 DAYS in the Disney World theme parks. Register here. Student Ministry Weekly Update In addition to receiving news through the Church-wide weekly e-blast, you can also subscribe to the Student Ministry Weekly Update. To be added to this email list please send your email address to Shannon Herring.
College/Young Adult Ministry
Young Adults gather every Tuesday night from 7:00-10:00 in Gaylyn Kelly's home. This is a great time to share a meal, hang out and bring a friend to.
Sunday morning Bible study in the CAC at 9:30 am we are in the Gospel of Luke finishing the 12th chapter and moving on to the 13th. Upcoming - 2 of our International Interns, Sarah Beth Holt and Reece Chapman, return to the USA after several months living in Kenya. Join us in prayer for their return, adjustment and time for God to continue to reveal HIS will for their lives.
PURSUIT- for DECEMBER!!! Thursday, December 9 and 16th we will have our young adult gathering in the Upper Room at 7pm. This is an incredible night of music and a message and a terrific way to reconnect with old friends and hang out with new ones. Nic Slade and Harvest Bashta will lead us in worship both nights. Reece Chapman will share a message and the Word.
Passion 2011 conference Jan. 1-4, 2011. We are sold out of tickets but have hotel space remaining. IF YOU HAVE YOUR OWN TICKET and would like to stay downtown for the conference with 24 of us - please contact Gaylyn Kelly
Women's Ministry
2011 Women's Retreat - We will meet at the beautiful Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in Opelika Alabama on February 4-6. Register now before it is too late! Registration can be done online at mtbethel.org, or by picking up a brochure at the church.
Recreation
Youth Winter Basketball - Opening Weekend is Friday and Saturday, December 3 & 4. Concession stand will open serving drinks and snacks during the week and lunch items on weekends. Team coordinators will be collecting your donation to purchase a $30 gift card to Walmart or Target for this season's mission to local children's homes. Also, if you have a clean, gently used coat to donate, collection boxes will be at the front desk and at the concession stand. Youth Winter Basketball Pictures - Team and individual pictures are Monday, December 6 through Saturday, December 11. Coaches will give you your scheduled picture date and time or go to mtbethel.org/rec childrens recreation - to view the picture schedule. Youth Rock Wall Climbing Class - Registration has begun for this 5-week Rock Wall Climbing Class teaching all aspects of climbing. It will be offered on Tuesday or Thursday beginning January 11 & 13 for 1st -5th grades. Go here to print off a registration form or come to the CAC. Space is limited so don't delay. Youth Spring Sports - Registration will begin December 6 for baseball, t-ball, soccer, flag football and volleyball. Go here for specific ages and fees. Register online ($5 fee) or in the CAC. High School Girl's Volleyball - Registration begins Monday, December 13. Must not be on a high school team. Play will be on Monday nights beginning February 14. Register your team in the CAC.
Women's Basketball - Registration begins Monday, December 13 for women 19+. Play will be on Tuesday nights beginning February 8. Register in the CAC
Fitness
New this session - Total Conditioning, Toning and Abs -also Boot Camp, Zumba , Muscle Pump, Body Sculpting, Pilates and Yoga.
Go to mtbethel.org for a complete schedule and pricing or call Caroline Booker at 770-971-5280 for more information. Babysitting available for some classes.
Prayer Ministry
"Voices United"- Join us on Thursday nights at 7:00 in B106 as we pray for every facet of the Church. Contact Bette Cardell for information or ministry prayer requests.
Missions Mt. Bethel is helping to host and support the sixth annual Christmas dinner for the homeless clients of Samaritan House (now ACSS). Christmas gift bags are distributed to each of our homeless guests. Would you please consider donating any of the following articles for men (note that ladies' gifts are already provided): * Gloves - heavy duty, warm, insulated type - mostly large, some medium size. * Socks - White, stretch type, fitting various sizes. * Underwear shorts - briefs or boxer - mostly large (36-38), a few extra large (40-42). * Tee-Shirts - White, v-neck or crew, mostly large, a few extra large. * Caps - knit, fits any size. There is a Samaritan House donation box, located at the Mt. Bethel reception desk area for you to bring your donation (not gift-wrapped). Thank you for your consideration; this may be the only Christmas gift our homeless friends will receive.
Career Ministry Join us on Tuesday, December 14 at the Mt. Bethel Community Center for the next meeting of Mt. Bethel's Career Ministry. The night's topic is Compensation. "Pay and Your Job Search - What Should I Say?" Most job seekers find dealing with pay issues to be one of the most challenging components of their job search. How do you address the dreaded questions, "What is your current pay" and "What pay do you expect"? Compensation is perceived by most employees and job seekers as a "black box" because compensation management principles, systems, and rates of pay are not openly communicated to either employees or job seekers. This session will focus on preparing you to answer the two dreaded questions as well as open up the "black box" to provide you with the inside information that you need to be prepared to manage all aspects of the pay component of your job search. Resume Review begins at 6:30pm / Presentation begins at 7:30pm
Aloha to Aging Santa Claus is coming to town! Plan your visit with the "real" Santa NOW! Entertain in holiday spirit and create your own photo opportunities! Kids' parties . . .Family celebrations . . . Neighborhood parties . . .Business parties & promotions! Bring Santa to you! Days, Evenings, Saturdays or Sundays. This is an opportunity to provide a memorable occasion AND support Aloha To Aging, Inc. In lieu of payment to Santa, he requests that payment be made to Aloha To Aging, Inc. Call 678-439-1177 for details and to reserve your date with Santa.
Making the Most of the Holidays - For Family Caregivers with Aging Loved Ones: Thursday, December 9, 11:00am-12:30pm. With the changing needs of your loved one, it's time to alter your holiday tasks and traditions. Join us as we review the Holiday Checklist and share planning strategies and techniques for a "Meaningful and Happy Holiday" season. Aloha To Aging, Inc. offices, located in the Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta. RSVP 678-439-1177. Pictures with Santa! Saturday, December 4, 9:30am-12:00pm. Santa will be at Mt. Bethel's Fellowship Hall. Get your camera and your Christmas list ready and come visit with Santa. $10 fee per sitting. Monies benefit Aloha To Aging, Inc., a 501c3 nonprofit serving seniors and their families in DeKalb, Cobb and Fulton County. alohatoaging.org 678-439-1177. Aloha Day Club - Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Samaritans Purse website Providing stimulating, social and therapeutic programs for seniors 55+. Evaluation required. Aloha To Aging, Inc. offices, located in the Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta. For more information call 678-439-1177. Family Caregiver & Alzheimer's Support Group: First Monday of each month at 10:30 a.m. (Dec. 6, Jan. 3, Feb. 7). 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. Aloha To Aging, Inc. offices, located in the Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta. For more information call 678-439-1177. Grief Support Group: If you are dealing with the grief of losing an aging loved one, join us on the first Monday of each month at 2:30 p.m. (Dec. 6, Jan. 3, Feb. 7) Program provided by Aloha To Aging, Inc. and sponsored by Crossroads Hospice. Aloha To Aging, Inc. offices, located in the Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta. For more information call 678-439-1177.
Our Faithfulness
Offerings Received last week -- $75,804
Offerings Received this fiscal year -- $2,750,345
Fiscal year July 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011
Offering Needed to Date - $3,439,192
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