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.
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.
Homeless Ministry Visits Under the Bridges - Would you like to visit the homeless under the bridges in Atlanta? On Tuesday night, September 20, meet at the church at 4:00. Bring a case of water. We'll grab a burger at US Café, 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.
West Virginia Mission Opportunity - there are a few spaces left on the mission team that leaves Oct. 13-16 to minister in the poverty stricken Appalachia area of W.Va. Events include lunch delivery into the hollows, packing food boxes, a children's event called SonShine Saturday & visit to a safe house. This ministry will touch your heart. If you can't go, please consider donations of clothing & household items to the trailer just off the parking lot near the CAC. The team will take them up when they go. Call Larry Armstrong, 678-457-7524.
Nominations are needed. Help your church nominate the right person for the right position. We are requesting your nominations for members-at-large on the Administrative Council and members for our Trustees, Finance, Education and Missions Committees. Please e-mail your nomination to randy.mickler@mtbethel.org or kibbie.jones@mtbethel.org. Deadline is September 26. Thanks!
Pep Club (People Enjoying People) Senior Fellowship kicks off its 2011-2012 meetings on Tuesday, September 20 at 5:00pm 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
2011 United Methodist Children's Home Work Day Offering - Please consider making a donation to help our local Children's Home as it serves over 2,300 children from more than 1,300 families. The mission of the United Methodist Children's Home is to provide redemptive, healing services that bring meaningful change to the lives of children and families. Grounded by Scripture and the tradition of the church, they seek to bring the wholeness of God's love to persons through Christ. Please make your check payable to Mt. Bethel with "Children's Home" on the for line.
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.
Couples Group - Now forming a 24-week group that begins October 13 for couples whose marriages have been damaged by pornography, affairs and other forms of sexual sin. Three of the four two-hour sessions each month will be held off-campus in a residential setting and feature Biblically-based mentoring by a couple who has been where you are and seen their own marriage transformed by the power of God's grace. One session a month is led by a two-person team of licensed Christian counselors. The group is limited to five couples. For more information, contact Al or Linda Cole or visit www.theshadowchristian.com.
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.
Student Ministry
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!
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
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.
Recreation Ministry
CAC Temporary Hours of Operation - Due to MBCA Fall Break
Monday, September 19-Friday, September 23: 8:00am-8:30pm
Fall Picture Week: Pictures are this week through September 17. If your picture time is on a practice day, be sure and WEAR YOUR UNIFORM. Picture schedule is posted at www.mtbethel.org/sportsregistration. Pictures will be taken RAIN OR SHINE. In case of rain come to the Olympia Room in the CAC. If you have not brought your missions donation we are accepting them through this week.
Youth Basketball - now registering for Kindergarten - 8th grades. Registration available online or in the CAC. Go to www.mtbethel.org/sports registration to register online or print off a registration form. Deadline is September 26 so don't delay!
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.
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.
Missions Ministry
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.
Aloha to Aging
Affirmations For Caregivers and Those They Care For - Wednesday, October 12, at 10:00-11:00am. Janet Edmunson, author of, "Finding Meaning With Charles" a book about her journey of caring for her husband, will share how she tried to find meaning through her husband's tragic disease. This interactive discussion will have affirmations--positive messages that people can reflect on while going through this difficult time. Please RSVP 678-439-1177.
Aloha Support Groups
Alzheimer's/Caregiver Support Group Meeting: Monday, October 3, at10:30am. Open to family members who are assisting an aging loved one both inside and outside of the home. Free respite care is provided for your loved one while we meet, but must call in advance. For more information call 678-439-1177.
Parkinson's Disease Support Group: Tuesday, October 4, at 10:30-11:30 am. 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 and their caregiver. RSVP by 10/3 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.
Bereavement Support Group: Specifically for those that have lost an aging loved one. If you are dealing with the grief of losing an aging loved one, please contact us by email dawn@alohatoaging.org or call 678-439-1177 for meeting time and date.
Healthy Brain Aging & 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease: Monday, October 17, 9:30-11:00a.m. What can you do to protect yourself from the onset of a dementia? Learn how and why it is important to apply key principles for a healthier life for both your body and brain. Program facilitated by Sarah Carson of the Georgia Chapter of The Alzheimer's Association .Program at Aloha To Aging, Inc. located in the Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta, GA, 30068. Please RSVP 678-439-1177.
Understanding Alzheimer's Disease Behaviors & Wandering: Wednesday, November 16, 10:30am-12:00pm. Program facilitated by Sarah Carson of the Georgia Chapter of The Alzheimer's Association. Program at Aloha To Aging, Inc. located in the Mt. Bethel Community Center, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd., Marietta, GA, 30068. Please RSVP to 678-439-1177.
Our Faithfulness
Offerings Received last week -- $153,872
Offerings Received this fiscal year -- $1,256,402
Offering Needed to Date - $1,741,596
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September 18, 2011
