Student Ministries needs host homes for DNOW weekend, February 22-24!
* DNOW is Student Ministry's in-house retreat & the biggest thing we do all year.
* Students stay in the homes of church members throughout the weekend.
* If you have space in your home where 8-10 students and 2 college leaders can sleep, we would LOVE to have you as a host home!
* We can provide you with a host home helper to aid with transportation & food.
* Sign up to be a host home online at mtbethel.org/dnow. Send all questions to students@mtbethel.org.
Anne Frank Exhibit |Thursday, January 31| 9:30-3pm | $5 plus lunch
The 600 photograph and more than 8,000 word exhibit tells the story of young Anne This powerful, moving exhibit provides visitors a chance to learn, explore, share and remember the history and lessons of the Holocaust and its continued relevance today. We will leave from the Fairfield parking lot at 9:30am. RSVP to Kim McGarr at 770-579-9224, ext. 25 or kim.mcgarr@mtbethel.org
"Celebrating Our Faith" with Catherine Hickem - If you missed her first event, please don't miss this one! If you joined us for Catherine's talk about faith back in November, we want to see you again, and please pass the word! Thursday, February 7, is the second in this four-part series with Catherine Hickem designed specifically for women to hear about and discuss celebrating their faith. Catherine's second topic is "Trust." She will talk about how to live freely and safely with God. Come fellowship with friends over desserts and beverages, and hear a message that will renew your spirit. Tickets are $15 and are available in the bookstore and will be available for online purchase soon. http://mtbethel.org/event/catherine-hickem-again/
Deadline for tickets is Sunday, February 3. Please email BA Montague at ba.montague@mtbethel.org with questions. For information about nursery, email or call Debbie Ruth at Debbie.ruth@mtbethel.org or 770-971-2588.
The Special Project Committee (SPC) will meet in January as follows:
January 23 - DNOW for Student Ministry
January 30 - DNOW for Student Ministry
Please join them at 11:30am in B116 each week.
Altar flowers are available to reserve by calling Debi Wyatt at 678-560-2437 or emailing debi.wyatt@mtbethel.org. Arrangements are $60 each or $120 for both.
Walk to Emmaus Dinner and Information meeting for anyone who might be interested in attending this three-day spiritual retreat, Saturday, February 2, at 6:30pm at the Mt. Bethel Community Center. For more details contact Millie Atkinson at 770-578-1334 or email at milliecatkinson@gmail.com.
Metal Recycle Day! Saturday, February 9, from 10:00am-2:00pm in the Mt. Bethel parking lot by the Gym. The cost is $10 per load which will benefit the MBCA 8th grade trip to Washington, DC. What they can take: mattresses, box springs, electronics, television sets, kitchen appliances, metal sinks, computer brains, computer monitors, metal desks, file cabinets, bikes, lawn mowers (push mowers or riding mowers), dishwashers, metal bathtubs, washing machines and dryers, grills, the metal parts of trampolines, blowers, refrigerators, stove, microwave, metal tables and chairs, copper pipes, electric wire, etc., "any metal you can find."
Mt. Bethel's Career Ministry will meet on Tuesday, January 22, at Mt. Bethel's Community Center (4608 Lower Roswell Road near the corner of Woodlawn Drive) Resume reviews begin at 6:30pm and the Presentation starts at 7:30pm. The evening's topic is Leveraging Technology. Don't just hit apply, use technology as a networking tool to meet hiring managers. By now you know that the Internet has changed job search strategy completely. Use this to your advantage by ensuring that you can be found online easily by recruiters and hiring managers and that your brand is clear. This session provides an inside look into how Recruiters search for job seekers and how you can leverage job boards, search engines, and social networking to expand access and boost your odds of success in your job hunting expedition. We'll also cover what your information looks like to recruiters when they're trying to fill an open position. Last, after attending this session, you will know how to go beyond just the company website by researching your target companies and open positions via Google, Facebook, and LinkedIn. For more information visit www.mtbethel.org/careerministry or contact Kibbie Jones at 678-560-7230 / kibbie.jones@mtbethel.org.
Future Meetings:
Tuesday, Feb. 12 - LinkedIn
Tuesday, Feb. 26 - Interview Prep
Tuesday, March 12 - Building your Resume
Mt. Bethel Spring/Summer Consignment and Baked Goods Sale - March 7-9 -Consignor and Volunteer Registration Is NOW OPEN! Join us as more than 400 sellers consign spring and summer children's clothing, toys, books, furniture and more. All proceeds go to support local and 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 and shoes - everything you need for your kids (and as always, we'll have the bake sale featuring yummy homemade treats). Don't forget about the Boutique Section for upscale brands, custom-made and smocked clothing. Register and Get Details at http://www.MtBethelCCS.com/
Upcoming Sale Dates and Times:
Thursday, March 7: Volunteer and New Mom Preview - Go to www.MtBethelCCS.com for details on how you can shop first!
Friday, March 8: 9:00 am-7:00 pm*
Saturday, March 9: 9:00 am-12:00 pm (all items 30% off)
NEW THIS SALE - We'll be accepting credit cards for your consignment sale purchases, for a fee. *No children allowed on the sales floor until 12pm on Friday (except babies in Slings or front/back Packs). We provide a loving nursery from 8:30am to 12pm for $4 per hour, per child, with an $8 per hour family maximum.
College/Young Adult Ministry
On Tuesday nights we have Bible Study from 7 p.m. at Gaylyn Kelly's house. We are currently studying the Book of Daniel.
We meet Sunday mornings for intergenerational Bible Study at 9:30 in the CAC to open up the Lord's word and join in discussion.
Thursday night we will be going downtown to SafeHouse to serve dinner and share music and a message. If you would like to join we will leave on a church bus at 5 from the front of the church or you can meet us downtown at 6:30.
Nursery, Preschool & Children's Ministries
Mt. Bethel Day Care Center is now enrolling:
Children for the Pre-K class. For prices and tour information, please call Dee Stolz at 678-560-8005.
Recreation Ministry
2013 Spring Sports: Registration is underway. Deadline is Tuesday, January 22. Register online or in the CAC for:
* Boys baseball, grades K - 3
* Boys and girls soccer, grades Pre-K thru 6 (Pre-K must be 4 years old by March 1, 2013)
* Boys flag football, grades 1 - 7
* Girls Volleyball, grades 4 - 8
* Co-ed T-Ball, Pre-K (must be 4 years old by March 1, 2013)
2012-13 Youth Basketball: Pizza parties/Awards celebrations are scheduled for the week of January 28. Check your schedules for your team's final game. Parties will be upstairs in the CAC after your final game.
2013 High School Co-Ed Volleyball: Registration is underway. Games begin February 11. Get your team together and register or contact Melissa at melissa.sneed@mtbethel.org or 678-560-7438 for more information. Registration forms available to print online.
Chair Massage: Wednesdays from 8:30-12:00 in the CAC - Will Graham of "Unseen Touch" is giving relaxing chair massages for $1 per minute - No limit. Stop by or call 770-971-5280 to schedule your time.
Recreation Facebook: Join us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/MtBethelRec. We have posted Fall Sports pictures.
Fitness: Join us for one of our many fitness classes. Now offering Barre Class ($6/class). New session began January 2. Go to www.mtbethel.org/fitness for complete schedule and pricing.
Special Needs Ministry
Special Needs Respite Night | Friday, February 1 | 6-9pm in F002. Please register by Friday, January 18, by contacting kim.mcgarr@mtbethel.org or 770-579-9224, ext 25. First time participants will need to fill out a registration form. You can bring your dinner or eat before coming. We will provide water and a snack (pretzels or graham crackers.) If you require a special diet, please provide your own dinner and/or snack. Siblings are welcome! Adult and Teen volunteers are needed as well, contact Kim McGarr for details.
Active Senior Adults
Groupers January Dine and Unwind at the Rose and Crown Tavern - Trivia Night, Tuesday, January 29 at 7pm. Trivia begins at 7:30. The cost is your dinner. Join the Groupers as we test our knowledge at Trivia Night! Rose and Crown is located at 1931 Powers Ferry Road,SE, Atlanta, Ga. Please RSVP by January 25 to Kim McGarr at 770-579-9224, ext. 25 or kim.mcgarr@mtbethel.org or Ellen Sutley bugeau@comcast.net
Aloha to Aging
Alzheimer's/Caregiver Support Group Meeting: Monday, 2/4 at 10:30 a.m. 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, 2/5 at 10:30 a.m. This month's program will focus on physical therapies designed specifically for P.D. Our guest speakers will include to specially trained therapists from PT Solution Physical Therapy. You and your caregiver are welcome as we share coping strategies and helpful tips and resources.
Aloha Day Club: Mondays & Wednesdays 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. Program, Music and Art volunteers for Aloha Day Club. Call Nancy at 678-439-1177.
Grant Writing/Research Volunteers: It is time for us to raise some funds to keep us moving forward. WE NEED YOU to make this happen. If you have grant writing experience, willingness to assist coordinate fundraising efforts, secure donations or needing to share your creative spirit then contact Dawn Reed at 678-439-1177 or dawn@alohatoaging.org.
Growing Through Grief: Monday, February 11 at 2:30 p.m. Come experience an uplifting and interactive approach game show style. Join Sandra Karem of Crossroads Hospice as she shares an engaging program focused on strategies for growing through the grief of losing a spouse or elder loved one. Whether your grief is new or experienced, this program is for you. Please RSVP to 678-439-1177. Meeting held at Aloha To Aging, Inc. 4608 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30068.
Healthy Brain Game Day: Thursday, February 21 from 11:00-1:30. If you are 55+, come learn ways to revitalize your brain while having fun! There will be a healthy lunch served and multiple brain building games and prizes. Limited seating! RSVP by Tuesday 2/19 to 678-439-1177. Cost is $15. Call for location.
Communicating in Difficult Situations: Thursday, February 28, at 10:30. Learn strategies for being assertive versus aggressive and diffusing emotional situations. This will include dealing with those with dementia as well as family members and caregivers. Class interactive in nature. Presented by Nancy Ptashnik, Master Trainer for Powerful Tools for Caregivers. Please RSVP to 678-439-1177 or info@alohatoaging.org. Call for location. for location.
Our Faithfulness
Offerings Received last week -- $93,473 Worship Attendance - 2,508
Offerings this fiscal year - - $4,779,782
Budget Offerings Needed to date - - $4,860,288
Living Generously
