Church News
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Mt. Bethel's Administrative Council will meet Sunday, September 11, at 12:15pm in the Sanctuary.
The next monthly Healing Service is Sunday, September 11, at 12:15pm in the Chapel. All are welcome to attend.
"Living Water Bible Study - the Parables" - The books are here! Please sign up either on-line or in the bookstore. Classes begin Wednesday, September 14th at 9:40am in the Sanctuary or Sunday evenings, September 18th at 5:00pm in room F015. This is a ten-week study led by Rev. Diane Parrish.
Starting Point - New Member Classes - These classes are for anyone wanting more information about the church or are ready to join Mt. Bethel. Classes are Sundays, October 16 & 23 from 11:00 - 12:00 in B116. For more information or to register, contact Krista Downing at 678-560-7226 or krista.downing@mtbethel.org
Pep Club (People Enjoying People) Senior Fellowship kicks off their 2011-2012 meetings on Tuesday, September 20 at 5:30pm
with a covered-dish dinner and entertainment from the amazingly talented Jeni Michelson. Please bring a covered dish to share - A-G: main dish, H-P: side dish or salad, Q-Z: dessert. Questions? contact Kim McGarr @ 770-579-9224, ext 25 or kim.mcgarr@mtbethel.org
Stephen Ministry Training will begin on September 11. If you feel called to become a part of this vital Ministry, please contact Diane Liscum at 770-977-7786 or email diane@gearone.com, or Kibbie Jones in our Congregational Care office. Applications are available in the front office.
"A Wake-Up Call for God's People" - Sunday, September 11 | 7pm | Sanctuary
Please join us in our Sanctuary, as a Mt. Bethel community, to watch this simulcast as it is broadcast around the world. This evening of teaching messages by Anne Graham Lotz and Joel Rosenberg, knit together with authentic worship music led by Selah, will be used by God to wake up His people. Join us as we consider the times in which we live, refocus on Jesus as our Hope for the future, and ask God to reignite such an intense longing for His return that we live the rest of our lives with no regrets. The event is free, but we ask that you register on-line to ensure materials are provided for everyone. Nursery is available for this event, but registration is required. Please contact Debbie Ruth - 770-971-2588.
The Career Ministry of Mt. Bethel UMC will meet on Tuesday, September 13, at the Mt. Bethel Community Center (4608 Lower Roswell Road, Marietta, GA 30068). Resume Reviews begin at 6:30 p.m. / Presentation at 7:30 p.m. The topic for the evening will be LinkedIn. The number one professional social network is LinkedIn. Your LinkedIn profile is your virtual calling card and online resume; it does more than another single tool to broadcast your employment brand. Use LinkedIn to connect with other professionals, update your status, join groups, and meet people at your target companies. Learn how to build a searchable profile, request recommendations, use the "introductions" feature, and many of LinkedIn's other features to facilitate your job hunt. Learn job seeker best practices, from frequency and type of status updates to developing a recommendation strategy. Enhance your credibility and improve your chance of being found just by improving your use of this single tool. For more information visit http://mtbethel.org/careerministry or contact Kibbie Jones at 678-560-7230 /kibbie.jones@mtbethel.org
Meeting at the Well - New Date: Tuesday, September 13| 7-8pm | Fellowship Hall - There was a time when women had no other women to talk to. There was a time when their home/tent was their entire life's existence. And, there was a time when their only venue through which they could connect with other women was at the water well before sunrise and before sunset. In our busy, crazy, indeed absolutely insane schedules - more and more, women feel isolated - even though they are busy with other people! Join the women of Mt. Bethel as we find new ways to meet other women and celebrate our relationships! Indeed, we will "meet at the well" to enjoy an hour of dessert and coffee as our own Diane Parrish shares her perspective on why women need to connect. Admission and dessert are free, but please pick up a ticket in the Mt. Bethel Bookstore so we can prepare for all who wish to attend. Nursery is available by contacting Debbie Ruth at 770-971-2588.
A new Grief Support Group will begin meeting weekly on Tuesday nights beginning September 13, at 7:00 in room B106. This group is for anyone who has lost someone they love and wants to work through their grief in an informal setting. A person need not be a member of Mt. Bethel to join this group, so feel free to share this information with anyone who has experienced a death in their family or friends. Please call Wil Parker at 678-560-2801 for more information.
New Painting Class starts Thursday, September 8, 10am-1pm, Mt. Bethel Community Center West Room. Our new instructor is Lisa Pruitt. Cost -$78 for each 6-week session. To register contact Kim McGarr @ 770-579-9224, ext. 25 or kim.mcgarr@mtbethel.org
AARP Driver Safety Training Class: Tuesday, Sept 27, 9-4pm, B118. Cost - $12 for AARP members, $14 for non-members - payable on the day of the class. RSVP to Kim McGarr @ 770-579-9224, ext 25, or kim.mcgarr@mtbethel.org Upon completion of the class, you may be eligible to receive an insurance discount, so consult your agent for details. You may also be eligible to receive a discount on roadside assistance plans.
Do you have a business or talent you would like people at Mt. Bethel UMC to know about? The Friends in Faith PM Circle is compiling a Directory called "Inside These Yellow Walls." The directories will be printed and offered soon to everyone for a $5 donation. So if you are a carpenter, website designer, house painter, house cleaner, artist, dog groomer, photographer- Share! And reap the benefits. Please submit your information for our directory for a $15 donation. We'll print the directory and share it with our Mt. Bethel United Methodist church community. Here's how! Pick up a form in the Bookstore or Church Office and return it by October 1 with a check for $15. Have questions, contact Sandra Skinner at 770-578-1505.
Mt. Bethel's Day Care Center is hiring! If you love children, are 18 years or older and can work afternoons (3:00-6:00), please call Dee Stolz, Director at 678-560-8005 or email dee22114@aol.com.
Children's Ministry
All Third Graders! Come Friday night, September 9, from 6-9PM to "Unlock the Mystery of the Bible." Register online. Cost is $10. Call Becky Tolbert with any questions - 678-560-7447 or becky.tolbert@mtbethel.org
Safe Sanctuary - If you work with children or youth and you need Safe Sanctuary training, mark your calendar for Wednesday night, August 31, at 6:30 in F001 or Sunday morning, September 11, at 11am in F011. If you have any questions, please call Dianne Hylton at 770-971-5074 or dianne.hylton@mtbethel.org
Would you like to celebrate on Sunday mornings with the children at Mt. Bethel and assist the worship leaders with songs, games, and creating a welcoming environment for the children? If you are interested please come to the children's worship boot camp on Sunday, September 11, from 12:15-1:30 in F015 (basement of the Education Building). Anyone interested in serving for 2011-2012 school year must attend. Must be 6th grade or older. Please contact sherri.juliani@mtbethel.org to sign up.
Student Ministry
Life groups begin on Sunday, September 11! If students would like to join and have not yet registered, please sign up online (mtbethelstudents.org). Also, we are still in need of life group leaders. Please contact lauren.eden@mtbethel.org if interested.
Wednesday Bible Study begins on Wednesday, September 7, from 6:30-7:30pm in the Upper Room. Both Middle and High School Students are welcome.
WEEKLY PROGRAMS:
Everyone
Life Groups
Sundays I MS: 5-6PM; HS: 6-7:30pm I Meet in the Upper Room
Student Life Groups are open to ALL students, 6th-12th grade. They're your chance to connect with other students of your same grade and gender in a small group setting and do life together all year long! You'll be matched up with 6-8 other students and 2 awesome adult leaders! Don't miss out on the opportunity!
Middle school DAYone
Middle School | Sundays | 9:15-10:45am | Upper Room
A worship experience designed specifically for Middle School Students where they will hear relevant teaching, participate in authentic worship, engage through games, skits and videos and connect to other students who are walking through the same life as they are.
Tuesday Morning Breakfast
Middle School | Tuesdays | 7:15am | Gym | $3
TMB is a great place to come and have fun with your friends! We get together at 7:15am and play games and hang out in the gym, have a short devotional, then at head to the Fellowship Hall for breakfast at 8am. Then, off to school! It's the best way to start your Tuesday morning!
High school Mission Ops - an opportunity for high school students to share the love of Christ by serving others. Students can sign up for a place to serve on a quarterly or yearly basis.
Collision
Sundays | 7:30-9
Collision is a great place to bring your friends and to come meet new ones! We do really fun things like K-War, a dodgeball tournaments...all kinds of great things! Come and have fun with us!
In case you haven't heard, Brett Newcity is new to our staff in Student Ministries. He will be focusing on Student Worship and Outreach. Contact him at brett.newcity@mtbethel.org
College Ministry
College/Young Adult Bible Study meets at 9:30 on Sunday mornings in the aerobics room in the CAC.
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.
Follow us on twitter at MBcollegeUMC
Women's Ministry
The Diane Mickler Circle will meet in their new location, Room B116, Monday, September 12, at 10:00am. Contact Linda Lakshas for further details, 770-579-1862.
The Lynn Smith Circle will meet Wednesday, September 14, at 12:00 noon in B118. This circle is a service-oriented group of women mostly age 50 and over. Light refreshments are provided at the meeting. After our business meeting, our project for this month is a bus trip to the Garden (women's homeless shelter) for a brief tour and visit with the ladies. We expect to be back to the church between 2:30 and 3pm. If you would like more information about our circle, please contact either Barbara Benton at 770-973-2449 or Gayle Hollinger 770-953-9633. We would love to have you come and fellowship with our members as a guest.
The Dorothy Summerour Circle will meet Wednesday, September 14, at 9:45am at the home of Gail Lightfoot, 2803 Regents Park Lane, Marietta 30062. All women are encouraged to attend. If you would like more information, please contact Brenda Crawford at 770-971-4273.
2012 Women's Retreat - Save the Date! January 27-29 | The Chattanoogan, Chattanooga, Tennessee. Mark your calendars for the 2012 Women's Retreat, January 27-29, 2012 (Note that this is a week earlier than last year). Registration is now open, on-line or by registration brochure. Our speaker will be Susie Shellenberger and our worship leader is Cheryl Rogers. The retreat is being held at The Chattanoogan, Chattanooga, TN. Visit the Mt. Bethel website for lots more information at mtbethel.org/connect/women/ . Questions? Contact Kris Michaelides at 678-560-7427 or email at kris.michaelides@mtbethel.org.
Children's Clothing Consignment and Baked Goods Sale
It is time to disburse the proceeds of our fall sale locally and around the world. Request forms are available at the church front office or on-line at mtbethel.org/connect/women/. Please turn in all request forms to Kris Michaelides.
Recreation Ministry
Youth Fall Sports Opening Day is Saturday, September 10. Don't forget to bring your donation for the local children's homes - shampoo, conditioner, lotion, socks or underwear (mostly teen sizes). East Cobber parade will close Johnson Ferry Road Saturday morning between Roswell and Lower Roswell so plan your route accordingly. Concession stand will be open serving snacks, drinks and lunch items. Youth Winter Basketball - We are now registering for basketball grades Kindergarten - 8th. Registration is available online and in the CAC. 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 - Join us for one of our many fitness classes. New - Zumba. Go to www.mtbethel.org/fitness for complete schedule and pricing. Support Groups The Divorce Support/Recovery Group continues to meet each Wednesday evening at 6:30 in the "H" House. This group is for those going through one of the most heart-wrenching tragedies that a person can face. Divorce is not the end of one's world, but it can sure seem like it. When people go through such hardships, they need a support/recovery group where they can find acceptance, feel comfortable with, learn from, and have the opportunity to express their emotions with a group that understands. Trained facilitators help those overwhelmed by the legalities of the divorce process, grieving the hurt of rejection and loss, and confused as to their place in life as a divorcee. Together we help each other gain confidence and restore self esteem. One need not be a member of Mt Bethel to be a part of this group. For more information, please call Mike Gilliam at 404-372-7668, Kathy Feldbaum at 770-715-9423 or Wil Parker at 678-560-2801. Habitat for Humanity- 18th Annual Habitat Road Race 5K - Saturday, October 1 - 8:00am All proceeds from the race will fund Mt. Bethel's 30th and 31st Habitat For Humanity homes! There's something for the entire family with a 1 mile fun run at 9:00am, and tot trot as part of the festivities. The post-race party includes music, prizes, amusements for the kids, and plenty of refreshments. Fee is $20 per person. 10% discount for family of 3 or more. Phantom runners can make a donation to Habitat for $25 or more. Register at www.habitatroadrace.com or register in person at the CAC, Big Peach Running or New Balance East Cobb location. 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. Lunches are needed on September 3 or 17 only. To provide lunches, please contact Sue Stone at 770-977-3273. 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. 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. The Atlanta Center for Self-Sufficiency (formerly the Samaritan House) needs your donations. They always have a need for men and women's dress clothes, i.e. suits, dresses, sport coats, slacks, dress shirts, blouses (please use hangers), ties, shoes and belts to wear on job interviews. Casual clothes, men's leather dress shoes and new underwear & socks are also needed. Right now the greatest need is for men's business attire. Drop items off at the Missions trailer to the left of the CAC. Tax receipts are available in the front desk of the CAC. For more information, please contact Sam Smith at 770-565-8233.
Our Faithfulness
Offerings Received last week -- $99,006
Offerings Received this fiscal year -- $1,102,526
Offering Needed to Date - $1,563,299
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