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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!
Ken, Carolyn, Sam & Will Cooper, 4478 Karls Gate Dr., Marietta, 770-973-5415.
Congratulations to these recent college graduates:
Ben Abernathy University of Georgia
Katherine Abrams Auburn University
Greg Allen Clemson University
Collin Argo College of Charleston
Matt Armstrong Masters - University of Tennessee
Brandon Arnold Georgia State University College of Law
Devin Arnold University of Georgia
Sarah Steele Banks University of Georgia
Naomi Clennan Kennesaw State University - Graduate Degree
Allison Crane Georgia Institute of Technology
Brian Cunha Georgia State University School of Law
Alexander Daher Georgia Southern University
Natalie Davis University of South Carolina
Kacie Engum University of Montana
Joshua Estes Kennesaw State University
Christina Graff University of Georgia - Master's Degree
Carolyn Jones Oglethorpe University
Kelley Means University of Georgia
Katherine Merriam Emory University School of Law
Leighton Noel Auburn University
Katharine Oakley University of Oklahoma College of Law
Lee Pantesco College of Charleston
Alejandro Quintana University of Mississippi
Kristin Seiloff Georgia Institute of Technology
Daniel Skelton University of Georgia
Matthew Sparkman University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Jessica Strickland Auburn University
Caroline Titus Georgetown University
Alison Walker University of South Carolina
Julia Williams University of Georgia
Morgan Worch Lees-McRae College
Homeless Ministry Visits Under the Bridges - Would you like to visit the homeless under the bridges in Atlanta? On Tuesday nights, May 24, June 7, July 19 & August 9, meet at the church at 4:00. We'll grab a burger at US Cafe, tour the Garden and pick up our guides and sack meals to distribute. We will be back at the church around 10:00pm. For more information, contact Ben Hornsby at 678-333-1871 or ben.hornsby@mtbethel.org for more information.
The Divorce Support Recovery Group will meet next week, Wednesday, May 25, at Marlow's in the Merchant's Walk Shopping Center. We will meet there through August at 6:30pm each week. Please share this information with your friends who are suffering the anguish of divorce. Any questions, please call Mike Gillian at 404-372-7668.
Special Olympics Summer Games, Saturday May 21 - Come help us cheer on Georgia's Special Athletes as "Fans in the Stands." We will cheer at the Track Venue at Emory University from 8am -11am. The bus will leave Mt. Bethel, Saturday at 7:15am - please RSVP to reserve your seat on the bus by Thursday, May 19 to Kim McGarr at 770-579-9224, ext. 25 or kim.mcgarr@mtbethel.org. All ages welcome - volunteer as a family!
Mt. Bethel Shuttle Schedule for the summer will begin June 5. Summer Shuttle Service runs 2 buses ONLY at Dickerson Middle School (the shuttle does not run at Terrell Mill) - normal Shuttle service will resume on August 14.
Mt. Bethel Grief Support Group meets Tuesday nights at 7:00 in Room B106. This group is open to all. If you would like more information, please contact Rev. Wil Parker at wil.parker@mtbethel.org or 678-560-2801.
Mt. Bethel's Career Ministry will meet on Tuesday, May 24 at Mt. Bethel's Community Center (4608 Lower Roswell Road near the corner of Woodlawn Drive). Resume reviews begin at 6:30 and the presentation starts at 7:30pm. The evening's topic is Social Media. Not for the kids anymore! Facebook and Twitter are just two of a host of new social networking tools that enable you to connect and share your job search with your network and the world beyond. Learn how to make use of these tools to communicate with other professionals, target companies, and recruiters. Understand how to protect your privacy and use common online etiquette to be a better community citizen. If you're new to Twitter, this session will give you a quick introduction and provide some reasons why you may want to consider using Twitter for your job hunt. We also cover best practices, vocabulary, joining a community and getting your message out. More and more recruiters are posting jobs on Twitter. Learn how to find them at the same time as using Twitter to develop your employment brand, professional credibility, and your own following. For more information visit the Mt. Bethel UMC website or contact Kibbie Jones at 678-560-7230 kibbie.jones@mtbethel.org.
Camp Friendship is a social skills camp for students who would like to improve their social functioning in a fun & exciting environment. Led by Gayle Born & Mary Jane Trotti, the sessions include managing emotions, teamwork, reading social cues, self-image, self-awareness and communications skills. The camp is held at Mt. Bethel. For more information, please contact maryjanetrotti@aol.com or call Parkaire Consultants at 770-578-1519.
The Mt. Bethel Day Care Center is currently enrolling Infants (ages 6 weeks -9 months) for full time childcare. If interested, please call the center at 678-560-8005.
Mt. Bethel Christian Academy Employment Opportunity - If you love children, are multi-talented, and want to make an impact on young lives, this is your opportunity. Mt. Bethel Christian Academy is looking for someone to work 11:00am- 6:00pm, Monday - Friday. The responsibilities of this position include: monitoring students during their lunchtime, covering for the front desk receptionist during lunch, and assisting with the After-School Program. If you are interested in applying, go to the MBCA website (mtbethelchristian.org) and download an employment application. Applications will be accepted until May 20.
Summer Bible Studies - Register Online
Nursery will be available for all summer Bible studies for children up to age 11. The nursery is free for children ages 4 and under. A nominal fee of $3 per child per event will be charged for children ages 5-11. NURSERY RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED. Contact Debbie Ruth at 770-971-2588.
Staying in the Word Morning Study / 5-week study offered on Mondays & Wednesdays - Participants will examine and discuss scripture relating to various topics such as sin, grace and heaven. This class will be offered twice a week from 10:00am-12:00pm in room F026. You can pick which class is more convenient each week. The topic will be the same for both classes each week. The class schedule is as follows: Due to Memorial Day, the first Monday class will actually meet Tuesday, May 31. The other dates are June 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27 & 29. Led by Millie Atkinson. Contact Millie for details milliecatkinson@gmail.com or 770-578-1334.
One Month To Live / 5 Week Study / Begins Wednesday, June 8
What if you only had one month to live? How would you make each day really matter? What would you start, or stop, doing? How would you relate to others? One Month to Live empowers you to focus on being who God created you to be--passionate, fully alive, living without regrets. Written in 30 short insightful chapters, this is one month's journey you'll never forget. Classes will be from 7:00-9:00pm in room B118 on Wednesday, June 8, 15, 22, 29 and July 13. Led by Will and Genia Crane. Contact Genia for details at genia.crane@mtbethel.org or 678-569-7870.
Children's Ministry
Jesus said that the children are precious in His sight. They are only children for a moment and we need to capture each moment we can to teach them about God. Parents, did you know that you are the most influential person in your child's life? Why not lead by example and take a Sunday or two this summer to teach in Sunday School at 9:30 or volunteer in Children's worship at 11:00? If you would like more information or to volunteer, please call or email Dianne Hylton at 770-971-5074 or dianne.hylton@mtbethel.org.
Registration is now open for Preschool Summer Camps June 20-July 1 and July 18-July 22. Two-year-olds to six-year-olds. Please call the Preschool Office at 770-971-6812 or go to www.mtbethel.org/preschool.
Father/Child Campout | June 3 & 4 | Mt. Bethel "Fields of Dreams" | register online. A great opportunity for fathers to spend time with their children! Also, a great time for grandfathers and grandchildren. Burgers and dogs served at 6:30 Friday. After the burgers and dogs, there will be s'mores! Breakfast will be at 7:30am on Saturday morning. Come and enjoy this great early summer Mt. Bethel event!
Infusion - A camp for rising 5th, 6th, 7th, & 8th graders | June 19-24 | Camp Evergreen at Lake Burton Infusion is a week-long camp that introduces students to morning devotions, family group time, peer to peer small groups, worship, and a message followed up with small group discussions by grade level. Students can also expect fun stuff like ziplines, canoes, lake blob, shaving cream, hiking, and slip n' slide.
Volunteers - We need you! Vacation Bible School is just around the corner and we need volunteers to lead the children. Are you feeling the quiet nudge to help out? Please let us know that you are ready to join us for Shake It Up Café where Kids Carry Out God's Recipe! Dates are June 6-10 from 12:30-3:30. It takes over 120 adult volunteers to make VBS a success, please call and tell us you can help. We also need teen helpers. If you are a rising 7th grader you can be a part of VBS. Call or email Dianne Hylton at 770-971-5074 or dianne.hylton@mtbethel.org.
Student Ministry
HS Inside Out | May 18th | 7:00pm
This is our high-school-only worship service. Come for a great message and a time of worship. This is our last one of the school year. You don't want to miss it.
Middle School Girls Bible Study
Meet us Wednesday's at 5pm at Yogli Mogli. We can't wait to see you there!! For more information, please contact lauren.eden@mtbethel.org.
Middle School Day|One | 9:15am| Upper Room
This is our last Day|One of the school year. Come join us for worship, games, and a message.
Summer Kick-Off Luau | May 22 | 6-8pm | Fellowship Hall
Middle School and High School Students AND Parents are invited to come hear about the awesome summer we have planned. Get the calendar, meet the interns, ask questions, and have a Luau.
Tuesday Morning Breakfast - Ice Cream Sundaes!! | May 24th | 7:30am
Middle Schoolers: We get together at 7:30am and play games and hang out in the gym, play a game (winner gets free breakfast), have a short devotional, then head to the Fellowship Hall for breakfast at 8am. Then, off to school! It's the best way to start your Tuesday morning!
Baccalaureate Sunday | May 22nd | 9:30 & 11:00 Services
Sign up for Summer Events NOW. Go online or pick up forms in the Upper B Hall. Sixers Retreat deadline is May 23. SIFAT Middle School Mission Trip only has 3 spots left. High School Beach trip deadline is June 12th. High School Campout is May 27-28. Sign Up NOW!
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@mtbethel.org.
College and Young Adult Ministry ( 2011 HIGH SCHOOL GRADS- this means you!)
Here's what's happening just for you this summer:
PURSUIT - is our Thursday night summer gathering. Pursuit meets for music and a message at 7pm in the Upper Room, every week May 26- July 28. Come meet new friends or reconnect with old ones who are back in town for the summer. **For our summer kickoff we will have a picnic in East Cobb Park on May 19 from 7-10pm. Bring a drink and snack to share**.
Sunday Morning - each Sunday throughout the year we meet in the CAC's aerobics room at 9:30 am. We read and have conversation about the Bible and how it applies to your life.
Tuesday nights from 7 to 10pm we have Bible study at the Kelly's. We study and discuss the Scriptures and how they impact our lives. We share a meal and dive into the WORD. Address is 1480 Brookcliff Drive, Marietta 30062.
If you have any questions, contact Gaylyn at Gaylyn.Kelly@mtbethel.org
Recreation Ministry
Youth Spring Sports - Final games and pizza parties are this week. Come to the CAC after your final game of the season for your team pizza party and awards celebration!
Youth Fall Sports - Register now for soccer, baseball, t-ball, softball, flag football and volleyball. Register in the CAC or online. Go to mtbethel.org/rec for additional information and details on ages and fees.
Mt. Bethel Night @ The Braves! Join us Friday, June 17. Braves vs Texas Rangers. Tickets are $15 and may now be purchased in the CAC. We will parade around the field before the game. Someone from Mt. Bethel will perform the National Anthem. Fireworks after the game. Everyone is welcome!
REGISTER NOW FOR SUMMER CAMPS:
Soccer Camp - Tuesday, May 31-Friday, June 3 | 9am-12:30pm | Coed Boys and Girls, Ages 4-12 | Rates: Mt. Bethel Member: $115, Non-Member: $140
This camp focuses on teaching the correct execution of skills to prepare players for the next level. The fun competitions and individual attention will improve any player's skills.
Baseball Camp - Tuesday, May 31-Friday, June 3 | 1:30-5pm | Boys, Rising Kindergarten-5th Grades | Rates: Mt. Bethel Member: $115, Non-Member: $140
Mt. Bethel UMC along with Sports-A-Rama will present our summer baseball camp. Camp instructors are comprised of former major and minor league players, current and former collegiate players and high school coaches. This camp will focus on players' mechanical and fundamental skills.
Sports Camp I - Monday, June 13 - Friday, June 17 | 9am-4:30pm | Rising 2nd - 5th Grades | Rates: Mt. Bethel Member: $250, Non-Member: $275 - Wait List
Sports Camp II - Monday, June 20 - Friday, June 24 | 9am-4:30pm | Rising 2nd - 5th Grades | Rates: Mt. Bethel Member: $250, Non-Member: $275 - Wait List
Campers will be participating in the following: soccer, basketball, baseball, kickball, dodgeball, indoor rock climbing, etc. Some off-site activities include bowling, miniature golf, Stone Mountain and Red Top Mountain. Campers will participate in a mission project and devotionals.
Basketball Camp (Monday - Thursday) - Rates: Mt. Bethel Member: $95, Non-Member: $115
Session I - June 27-30, 9am-12pm, Co-ed, rising 1st/2nd Grades
Session II - June 27-30, 1:30-4:30pm, Boys, rising 3rd/4th/Grades
Session III- July 18-21, 9am-12pm, Boys, rising 5th-8th Grades
Session IV- July 18-21, 1:30 - 4:30, Girls, rising 3rd-8th Grades
Four-day camp focusing on fundamentals of the game: shooting, passing, dribbling and defense lead by our own Roger Kaiser (2-time All American for Ga. Tech, won three national championships as coach).
Volleyball Camp (Monday-Wednesday) - Rates: Mt. Bethel Member:$75, Non-Member $95
Session I - July 25-27, 9am-12pm, Girls, rising 4th/5th grades
Session II -July 25-27, 1-4pm, Girls rising 6th-8th Grades
This 3-day camp lead by Mt. Bethel Christian Academy volleyball coaches Melissa Sneed and Brian Bergius will focus on the rules and fundamentals of volleyball while incorporating game play situations.
FITNESS
Free child care for 9:45 classes. Cardio Burn, Body Sculpting, Muscle Pump, Ultimate Conditioning, Pilates , Yoga - The first of two summer fitness series begins May 31. Go to mtbethel.org/fitness for complete schedule and pricing. Call Caroline Booker at 770-971-5280 for additional information.
Music Ministry
Music Week, for rising first through rising sixth graders, will be July 18-22, 9:00 am-1:00pm. Our performance of "101 Dalmatians" will be Friday evening, July 22, at 7:00pm. Auditions for the acting roles will be held on May 11, 18, and 25 - beginning at 5:30pm in A23. Please register before auditioning.
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 at bettecardell@gmail.com for information or ministry prayer requests.
Missions Ministry
Mt. Bethel Tornado Disaster Relief Update
We are collecting donations in the CAC lobby to aid victims of the recent tornado disaster. Items needed are:
Drink/Drink Mixes: Crystal Light packets, Gatorade, juice
Non-perishable Food Items and Canned Food Items: beanie weenies, vienna sausages, peanut butter, tuna
Linens: bedding, towels, blankets, sheets
Underwear: women's underwear and bras, men's underwear, children's underwear
Children's Supplies: children's medicine, baby shampoo, baby lotion, juice boxes, toddler food, Gerber Graduates
Utilities: flashlights, masking tape, batteries, heavy duty trash bags, can openers
Toiletries: sunscreen, chap stick, bug spray, deodorant, shaving cream, gauze pads
Large #10 cans of food
If you want to volunteer to pack the donations for transport, or serve on a weekend disaster relief team to the affected areas, please contact Heather Wood in the Missions Office at 678-560-7527 or email heather.wood@mtbethel.org. Please visit our website at www.mtbethel.org/tornadodisaster for more information.
Our Faithfulness
Offerings Received last week -- $91,074
Offerings Received this fiscal year -- $7,161,873
Offering Needed to Date - $7,191,177
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