Church News
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Welcome New Members:
Roy & Connie Brown, 723 Princeton Mill Run, Marietta 30068, 770-565-0130;
Gus, Heather, Gabi, Nico & Sofia Carpio, 4039 Bradbury Dr, Marietta 30062, 770-672-0747;
Keith, Alish, Connor & Madison Clairmont, 2106 Hawthorne Pt, Marietta 30062, 404-275-1659;
Amanda, Ava & Landry Connell, 5481 Willow Point Pkwy, Marietta 30068, 678-522-9261;
Bill & Susan deVegter, 3980 Riverlook Pkwy SE, Unit 301, Marietta 30067, 770-344-8929;
Ruth Gregory, 271 Weatherstone Pkwy, Marietta 30068, 770-971-0645;
Gary, Joely, Winn & Mary Celyne Heege, 5075 Odins Way, Marietta 30068, 678-637-2010;
Rob & Pat Henry, 2690 Skyland Dr, Marietta 30062, 770-578-6528;
Jeff, Alison, Brock & Thomas J Krizner, 816 Bedford Oaks Dr, Marietta 30068, 850-445-6001;
Matt & Carson Marshall, 5481 Willow Point Pkwy, Marietta 30068, 770-853-8670;
Robert, Kristen, Katie & Maddie McDonald, 710 Robinson Farms Dr, Marietta 770-579-8844;
Brad & Garrett Mitchell, 2799 Hitchcock Mill Run, Marietta 30068, 770-845-6577;
Cheryl Moates, 3292 Devaughn Dr, Marietta 30066, 770-565-0600;
Sally & Grant Myers, 3016 Eglantine Ct, Marietta 30062, 678-358-8138;
Jim & Joyce Venable, 545 Weatherfield Terr, Marietta 30068, 770-321-7960.
A Shift is Coming: Sunday, February 26, 9:30am-12:00pm - We will have ONE Service in Two Locations followed by a free lunch. No Sunday School. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, student, single, divorced, remarried-whatever your home looks like-you'll want to join us at 9:30am in the Sanctuary or the Christian Activities Center (CAC - Gym) for a special service unveiling the "Shift" Mt. Bethel will be making in the way we do ministry. Please bring your middle school and high school students with you to the service. We also have a special program for your younger children. Please take them to the following locations for the entire service:
6 weeks to 2 years old: Nursery
2-year olds: Sunday school
All Catechesis classes will meet
3's( 3 by 9/1/2011) and 4's: C101; C103; C104; C106 (near the Fellowship Hall)
5K, 1st and 2nd grades: F015 (Kid Quest) 3rd, 4th and 5th grades: B200 (The POD)
Ash Wednesday Services - February 22 at 7:30am, 12:00pm and 6:30pm in the Sanctuary. The Sacrament of Holy Communion will be served at all three services. The sign of the cross is placed upon the forehead with ashes as a symbol of repentance during Communion. The sign of the cross is not removed during the day, allowing all who see it to know of the individual's acceptance of, and allegiance to, Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.
Troop 1011 Annual Pine Straw Sale - The 26th annual Boy Scout Troop 1011 Pine Straw Sale will be held on Saturday, March 3. The cost is $4.25 per bale with free delivery for orders of 10 bales or more. Orders of less than 10 bales can be picked up at the Church on the day of the sale. Orders must be placed by February 27. The order form can be found at www.mtbethel.org/pinestraw - For additional questions, please contact George Welborn at 770-955-3209 or email questions to troop1011pinestraw@yahoo.com.
2012 Lenten Devotions will be available on Wednesday, February 22. Mt. Bethel's Lenten Devotions are written by church members & the ministers to give you hope & encouragement through the Lenten Season. Contact Krista Downing at 678-560-7226 or krista.downing@mtbethel.org if you would like to receive a printed copy or a daily e-mail. A New Sunday school Class for engaged couples or couples who have been married less than five years is forming! Please join us for our first gathering on Sunday, March 4, at 9:30 in room F315. Contact Genia Crane at genia.crane@mt bethel.org for more information.
Kindergarten Open House for Prospective Families - Mt. Bethel Christian Academy - Sunday, February 26, at 3:00pm - Now accepting applications. For more information, please contact the Academy at 770-971-0245 or mtbethelchristian.org.
Mt. Bethel Spring/Summer Consignment and Baked Goods Sale - March 8-10 - Join us as 400 sellers consign spring & summer children's clothing, toys, books, furniture & more. All proceeds go to support local & global missions to benefit families and children of all ages. Get the best deals around on toys, swimsuits, sporting goods, gear and supplies, spring and summer baby, kids, juniors and maternity clothing. As always, we'll have the bake sale featuring yummy homemade treats. Don't forget about the Boutique Section for upscale brands, custom-made & smocked clothing. Upcoming Sale Dates and Times:
Thursday, March 8 - Volunteer and New Mom Preview - Go to MtBethelCCS.com for details on how you can shop first! Friday, March 9: 9:30am-7pm*
Saturday, March 10: 9am-12pm (all items 30% off)
*No children allowed on the sales floor until 12pm on Friday (except babies in slings or front/backpacks). We provide a loving nursery from 8:30am to 12pm for $4 per hour, per child, with an $8 per hour family maximum. Volunteer at MtBethelCCS.com. The Mt. Bethel Nursery is in need of diapers, sizes 3, 4 and 5. If you have an extras, or you would like to make a donation, please drop these by the Nursery office during the week by 2:00 pm. You can also drop by on Wednesday evening or Sunday morning or evening. Thank you! The first West Virginia mission trip of the year is fast approaching. On Thursday, March 22, the team will leave Mt. Bethel for 3 nights serving in the impoverished Appalachia area of southern West Virginia. In the last 3 years, 16 teams from Mt. Bethel have made trips to West Virginia and much has been done--but much more remains. For most people, this has been their first mission trip ever. Participation fee is $195 per person, and minimum age is 14. If your heart is being moved to serve, please contact Larry Armstrong at 678-457-7524 by March 3 for more details. Active Senior Adults - Join us for the Passages Exhibit, Saturday, February 25 - 9:30-4:30pm - $20 plus lunch - This worldwide traveling exhibit allows people to experience the dramatic & insightful inner workings of the book that has altered history, shaped cultures, inspired minds & changed lives - the Bible. Visitors interact with The Green Collection, the world's largest private collection of biblical texts & artifacts under one roof. We will leave from the Fairfield parking lot at 9:30am. RSVP to kim.mcgarr@mtbethel.org or 770-579-9224, ext. 25 by February 21. Cost is $20 plus lunch. Join us under the bridges of Atlanta with the 7 Bridges Ministry Tuesday, February 7 & 28. We depart Mt. Bethel at 4pm sharp. We eat a burger at US Café then meet our guides at The Garden. There is time for a quick tour for first timers. From The Garden we head out under the bridges. WE GO RAIN OR SHINE! Dress according to weather conditions. Wear comfortable shoes. If so led, bring socks, T-shirts, underwear, gloves, stocking caps, etc. to hand out. To sign up go to www.openingourdoors.com. See the tab, Tuesday Under The Bridges. Select, click to volunteer. If you have questions, please contact: Ben Hornsby, 678-333-1871, or ben.hornsby@mtbethel.org. Upcoming Career Ministry Meetings: February 28 - Branding March 13 - Leveraging Technology March 27 - LinkedIn Children's Ministry
CHARGE! Retreat is April 28 & 29 for all current 4th & 5th graders.
This is an intentional spiritual weekend of fellowship and worship. Registration has begun. We need parents to join us as chaperone and partner with us for this wonderful weekend. Call Sherri Juliani for more information at 770-971-3447 or sherri.juliani@mtbethel.org. If you choose to come as a chaperone we are offering a special rate. Please call Dianne Hylton for more details, 770-971-5074 or dianne.hylton@mtbethel.org
Vacation Bible School for summer 2012!
June 11-15 from 12:30-3:30pm - Operation Overboard - Dare to God Deep with God! July 9-13 from 9:30-12:30 - SKY where Everything is Possible with God!
Registration is online! Sign yourself and your children up to partner with us as we teach the children how to be Christ-centered. Call Dianne Hylton at 770-971-5074 or dianne.hylton@mtbethel.org for any questions.
Student Ministry
Nine29 -
our new Sunday Morning student gathering - starts SUNDAY, February 19. We'll meet in the Fellowship Hall from 9:29am-10:40am. All middle and high school students - come join us for music, games, and a message!
NO nine29 on Sunday, February 26.
Students, please join your family or friends in whichever worship service they attend at 9:30 on that special Sunday.
February 26 - High School BBQ Night at Sam's BBQ1!
Either meet us at the church with a permission form or meet us there (no form needed) at 7:30pm. We'll end at 9:00pm. See you there for some delicious BBQ!
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 elise.bernhardt@mtbethel.org. Music Ministry Crossfire and One A-Chord are back in the swing for 2012 - We are working towards a joint performance in April under the direction of Robert McMichael. Come and join and let your hearts sing! Rehearsals are Sunday afternoons. Crossfire meets from 4:00 -5:00 and One A-Chord meets 5:00-6:00. Bring a friend! Get Your Pecans Now! Pecans are reduced to $5 a bag. WE still have chocolate covered, pecan caramel clusters, glazed, cinnamon glazed, and fresh pecans. Look for them in the connector on Sunday or the Music Office during the week. Contact sandra.chapman@mtbethel.org or robert.mcmichael@mtbethel.org. College Ministry Weekly happenings: Sundays - we are studying the book of Ephesians, 9:30am in the CAC Tuesdays - we meet at Gaylyn Kelly's home (1480 Brookcliff Drive, Marietta) from 7-10pm and are completing our reading and discussion of Isaiah. Special events: The 1st & 3rd Friday of each month at THE GARDEN at 6:30 pm, join us to serve, worship and participate in Bible study that we lead. The 2nd Thursday of the month- SAFEHOUSE- downtown Atlanta, day shelter; serve over 300 meals, share worship and a message. Questions, or if you are ready to sign up to serve at one of our many opportunities, please respond by contacting me Gaylyn.kelly@mtbethel.org Recreation Ministry CAC will be closed: Monday, February 20 for Presidents Day. Youth Spring Sports - we are in the process of building teams. Expect to hear from a coach with your practice time and team assignment after their coaches meeting on February28. Spring Coaches Clinics: All spring coaches are invited to attend the following free coaches clinics to help improve practices and player performance. Volleyball Clinic: Tuesday, February 28, 5:45 after the coaches meeting Soccer Clinic: Saturday, March 10, 9:00am on the fields Baseball Clinic, Saturday, March 10, 9:00am on the fields Summer Camp: Now registering online at www.mtbethel.org/camps or in the CAC. Sports Camps are on a waiting list. Men's Softball - Now registering full teams. Deadline to register is Monday, February 27. Season begins Wednesday, March 14. Contact Adam Sheffield at 770-971-4299 or adam.sheffield@mtbethel.org Co-ed High School Volleyball- Registration is underway. Sign up today! Fitness: Join us for one of our many fitness classes. New - Zumba. Go to www.mtbethel.org/fitness for complete schedule and pricing. Women's Ministry Ladies - CD's are now available in the Mt. Bethel Bookstore from our recent Fashioned By Faith event (1/20/12) with Rachel Lee Carter, professional international model, Christian Author & Speaker! Only $5 for a CD of Rachel's Testimony & Key Note Address on Modesty: Dressing in Today's Fashions in a God-Honoring Way. With every CD purchase, you'll receive a handout covering Makeup/Fashion Personalities & Dressing for Perfect Proportion as a Gift with Purchase! Age-appropriate for 6th grade and up, these CD's & Fashion Tips make great gifts for Middle, High School, & College young ladies, as well as women of all ages! 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. Kdz2leaders and Camp Hope News Camp Hope is one of the beneficiaries of the Atlanta Charity Clays tournament on March 16-17. Sponsors and volunteers are needed. Visit atlantacharityclays.org or call the Camp Hope office for more information - 770-977-7751. Come play with us at the 8th Annual kidz2leaders Camp Hope Golf Tournament on Monday, May 7, at the Atlanta Country Club. Sign-up a foursome or sponsor a hole. Register online at www.kidz2leaders.org or call Nancy at the Camp Hope office - 770-977-7751. Mark your calendars for Camp Hope 2012 - July 14-20 at the Rock Eagle 4-H Campground in Eatonton, GA. You won't want to miss Camp Hope's 13th year in changing the lives of prisoners' children. Adult and youth counselors are needed for the week! Applications available online in February at www.kidz2leaders.org. Stay updated with more news on our blog (www.kidz2leaders.org/blog) and our Facebook page www.facebook.com/camphope. Aloha to Aging Alzheimer's/Caregiver Support Group Meeting: Monday, March 5, 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 to 678-439-1177. Parkinson's Disease Support Group: Tuesday, March 6, 10:30am. Have you or a loved one been recently diagnosed with Parkinson's? You are not alone. You and your caregiver are welcome as we learn how to cope and live with the diagnosis. Helpful tips and resources provide comfort and encouragement. Bereavement Support Group: Tuesday, March 6, at 10am. 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 at 678-439-1177. Alzheimer Early, Mid & Late Stage; Thursdays 11:00 - 1:00 - When someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or other form of dementia, friends and family have many questions. As the disease progresses, new questions reflect growing needs for skills, programs and services. Join us for this series of programs that provide answers to the questions that arise in the early, middle and late stages of the disease. Hear from those directly affected and learn what you need to know, what you need to plan, and what you can do at each point along the way. Program starts March 22. Please RSVP at 678-439-1177. Virtual Dementia Tour; Tuesday, March 20 - A personal experience for those individuals who would like to better understand the world of dementia. The simulation will help you better appreciate and care for a loved one with the disease. RSVP you r 30 minute timeslot to 678-439-1177. Aloha Day Club: Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 10:30am - 2:00pm. Our dedicated staff (professional & volunteer) provide a stimulating, social and therapeutic program for seniors 55+. Program includes snack, lunch, music, exercise and interactive activities. Volunteer Opportunities available: Program, Music and Art volunteers for Aloha Day Club. Call Nancy at 678-439-1177.
Our Faithfulness
Offerings Received last week -- $94,550
Offerings Received this fiscal year -- $5,300,463
Offering Needed to Date - $5,224,788
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