Sponsors Needed for the Habitat Road Race - October 1 - the 18^th Habitat for Humanity Road Race will be at Mt. Bethel on Saturday, October 1. Since the early 1990's, proceeds from Mt. Bethel's Habitat Road Race have funded the building of our Habitat homes. It is through the generosity of our race sponsors, race participants and individual donors that our church has been able to provide affordable and safe housing for 29 Cobb County families who were living in substandard housing. Construction will begin on Mt. Bethel's 30^th & 31^st Habitat homes in early September. We need support of race sponsors if we are to build these homes. If you, your company or your employer would like information about becoming a race sponsor, please contact Mark Taylor at 404-635-6839 or markalantaylor@gmail.com. For more information about the race and race sponsorships, go to www.habitatroadrace.com 

 

Mt. Bethel will begin construction of our 30th & 31st Habitat homes on September 3. Volunteers are needed to help build the homes and to provide lunches for volunteers. There are 14 build dates available to choose from. You can sign up at www.mtbethel.org/habitat or pick up a registration form on Sundays in August at the Habitat table in the connector. We hope you will join us for a fun and rewarding experience.

 

There are lots of dates available to reserve the altar flowers in loving memory or in celebration of something or someone. They are $60 per arrangement. Please contact Debi Wyatt at 678-560-2437 or debi.wyatt@mtbethel.org for more information.

 

Do you like to garden, but do not know a lily from a lichen, a rose from a rototiller, or a blue bird from a bluebell? Do you like to "get down and dirty" or prefer a stroll through a lovely garden "to smell the roses"?  If so, then Mt. Bethel is starting a garden club.  We plan to start small with a program on container gardening, and a little maintenance in our Mt. Bethel gardens.  But we would like to have you tell us what kind of gardening you want to do and to learn about. We are planning our first meeting in August. So if you are enthusiastic about plants, gardens, and the environment, please contact Jennie Rogers for more information at sealevel888@yahoo.com. 

 

The Fall & Winter Consignment & Bake Sale is August 25-27. Get the best deals on kids' clothing, toys, books, furniture, gear - plus Halloween costumes, holiday finery and maternity wear - all while helping to support local and global Mt. Bethel missions. Consignor & volunteer registration is at www.mtbethelccs.com to learn more. And don't forget about the bake sale, featuring delicious home-baked goodies!

Sale Dates:

Thursday, August 25 - Volunteer & First Time Moms Preview Sale - for details, visit www.mtbethelccs.com. 

Friday, August 26 - 9:30am-7pm -

Saturday, August 27 - 9am-12 Noon - All items 30% off

 

Student Ministry

Middle School  Summer Sunday School | 9:30 am| Upper Room

All rising 6^th, 7^th & 8^th  graders meet together Sunday mornings all summer.  

 

High School Summer Sunday School | 9:30am | Olympia Room (off the track in the CAC) - All rising 9th, 10th, and 11th, and 12tgh graders meet together Sunday mornings all summer.  

 

Summer Bible Studies

Middle School Girls: meet the interns at Menchie's at the Avenue, Mondays at 2pm

High School Girls: meet the interns at Einstein's Bagels on Johnson Ferry, Tuesdays at 1pm

Middle School Guys: meet the staff at East Cobb Park, Tuesdays at 1pm

High School Guys: meet the staff at East Cobb Park, Tuesdays at 2pm

 

July 13 | HS | Holy Ground | Upper Room | 7-8:30pm | Free

This worship service is for high school students only. It's a chance to connect with God and others through authentic worship, fellowship, prayer and a relevant message.

 

July 14 | SIFAT Meeting for Students already registered | Cove | 6-9pm

Students - We will feed you dinner!!!

Parents - We'll have a short time at the beginning for questions, you'll be dismissed to go grab dinner, then pick your student back up at 9pm.

Students Mandatory, Parents strongly encouraged to attend. Check out the website for Packing List, etc. http://mtbethel.org/middle-school-sifat-mission-trip/

 

July 24 | ALL | Summer Sunday-Sunday Night Live | 6-8pm | Free

All students come and enjoy a night where you get to sit back and relax as you watch our version of Saturday Night Live. This night will consist of skits from interns and staff, music, and a message. Come and experience this amazing night.

 

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/Young Adult Ministry Weekly Events:

College/Young Adult Bible Study meets at 9:30 on Sunday mornings in the aerobics room in the CAC. This week we will be studying Revelation 10-11.

 

Come to Tuesday night Bible Study, a great time to dig into and discuss the word of God. We meet at Gaylyn Kelly's house. This week we will be studying Romans 10- Join us!

 

Join us for music and a message at PURSUIT, a weekly College/Young Adult service. PURSUIT meets on Thursdays at 7 pm in the Upper Room. 

 

Come serve with us! We will be sharing a meal and a message at Safe House, an urban day shelter on July 20. We would love for you to join us!

http://www.safehouseoutreach.org/

 

Join us July 22-24 for a weekend on Lake Martin! We will carpool there and $40 will cover food and gas for the boat. It's going to be a great time!

 

Recreation Ministry

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. Don't delay, deadline is July 25.  Some leagues fill up before the deadline.

Register Now for the 3 ON 3 Basketball Tournament benefitting St. Philip UMC - Saturday, August 13. Middle School, High School, Under 30, and 30+ groups are all available in both boys and girls divisions. Minimum donation of $10 per player. Register online or in the CAC.  Call 770-971-5280 for additional details.

Adult Co-ed Softball:  We are now registering for adult co-ed softball.  The season begins August 17 and play will be on Wednesday evenings beginning at 6:30pm.  Contact Adam Sheffield for more information or to register your team at adam.sheffield@mtbethel.org or 770-971-4299. Spaces limited.

 

Register Now for Summer Camps:

Basketball Camp (Monday - Thursday) - Rates: Mt. Bethel Member: $95, Non-Member: $115

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.

 

Youth Sports- To get prompt updates on weather and field conditions sign up for our Twitter posts - Simply text Follow MtBethelRec to 40404 to receive Tweets.

 

Fitness

Free child care for 9:45 classes.  Cardio Burn, Body Sculpting, Muscle Pump, Ultimate Conditioning,  Pilates , Yoga - The second of two summer fitness series began June 27.  Go to mtbethel.org/fitness for complete schedule and pricing.  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. Contact Bette Cardell at bettecardell@gmail.com for information or ministry prayer requests.

 

Aloha to Aging

Aloha To Aging, Inc., is a 501 c-3 organization that offers the "Aloha Day Club" senior respite program and ensures that trained staff and volunteers are available to assist and nurture club members, focusing on their abilities and not their inabilities. Aloha to Aging empowers family caregivers, aging care receivers and volunteers in a positive, nurturing manner through quality programming. Education and support group programs are free, and unless otherwise specified, are offered at the Aloha To Aging offices, located in the Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta. For more information, visit www.alohatoaging.org, email info@alohatoaging.org or call 678-439-1177. 

 

Here are some upcoming programs:

Aloha Day Club: Senior adult respite care.  Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30am-2:00 pm. Our dedicated staff (professional & volunteer) provides a stimulating, social and therapeutic program for seniors 55+. Please call for more details 678-439-1177 or visit our website at www.alohatoaging.org.

Aloha Support Groups & Education -

Alzheimer's/Caregiver Support Group Meeting:  Monday, August 1, 10:30-11:30am.  Open to family members who are assisting an aging loved one both inside and outside of the home. Join us the 1st Monday of each month. Free respite care is provided for your loved one while we meet, but must call in advance.  For more information call 678-439-1177. Program at Aloha To Aging, Inc., located in the Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta, GA 30068.

 

Parkinson's Disease Support Group:  Tuesday, August 2, 10:30am-11:30am. Have you been recently diagnosed with Parkinson's?  You are not alone.  Learn how to cope and live with the diagnosis.  Helpful tips and resources provide comfort and encouragement.  This program is specifically geared for a person diagnosed with Parkinson's, not their caregiver. RSVP by 7/28 at 678-439-1177 or info@alohatoaging.org. Program at Aloha To Aging, Inc., located in the Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta, GA 30068.

 

Volunteer Opportunities

Catch the Aloha Spirit by joining us once a month from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.  Honor our Aloha Day Club Seniors by sharing your time and talent as we enjoy delicious food and fun-filled conversation, activities and exercise.  Call Aloha To Aging, Inc. for details 678-439-1177.

 

 

 

Our Faithfulness
Offerings Received last week -- $101,054             

Offering Needed to Date - $312,659
Offerings Received this fiscal year -- $168,766