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The 62nd annual National Day of Prayer, May 2, will have profound significance for our country. We have an unprecedented opportunity to see the Lord's healing and renewing power made manifest as we call on citizens to humbly come before His throne. The theme for 2013 is "Pray for America," emphasizing the need for individuals, corporately and individually, to place their faith in the unfailing character of their Creator, who is sovereign over all governments, authorities, and men. To further highlight the theme, Matthew 12:21 was selected as the Scripture for this year: "In His name the nations will put their hope." Our Chapel will be open all day, and we welcome you to stop by any time you have a moment. At 7:00pm, the Prayer Ministry will meet in the Chapel to pray. Everyone is encouraged to join them. At this crucial time for our nation, we can do nothing more important than pray. Thank you in advance for making this spiritual discipline a personal priority and for standing with us as we encourage others to incorporate prayer in their lives.
National Day of Prayer
May 2 is the next and final Catherine Hickem ladies' event! We've been moved and fed by her talks about faith, trust, and hope. Her final topic will be "relationships."
We all have different types of relationships in our lives, and at times it can be difficult to see the goodness in some of them. Catherine will talk with us about recognizing the gift of relationships. Tickets are $15. Deadline to register online or buy from the bookstore is Sunday, April 28! If you have questions about the event, please contact B.A. Montague at ba.montague@mtbethel.org or 678-560-7242. For nursery information, please contact Debbie Ruth at debbie.ruth@mtbethel.org or 770-971-2588.
We have just started rehearsals for the Patriotic Concert - The Spirit of America - on May 19. It's not too late to join us. It's a short-term commitment. We rehearse Wednesday nights and Sunday afternoons. Contact Sandra Chapman at 770-971-2730 or sandra.chapman@mtbethel.org if you would like more information.
India Mission Trip Information Meeting:
We are forming teams for our upcoming trips in September and November and there is room for you! If India has captured your heart or your curiosity, please join us for an informational meeting to find out the amazing work God is doing in India and how you can become a part of it. Monday, April 29th 6:30-7:30 pm in room B-118. If you are unable to attend but would like to know more, please contact Paige Parsons at rpparsons@bellsouth.net.
Plans for the Special Project Committee for May:
May 1 - Children's Ministry
May 8 - Hope Center Baby Bags
May 15 - Project Mail Call
May 22 - Quarterly Birthday Celebration
May 29 - No Meeting
Mt Bethel UMC's Kingdom Rock - A Family Revival: Where Families Stand Strong for God! In July, Mt Bethel UMC is boldly going where no ministry has gone before! In lieu of our morning Vacation Bible School, we are hosting Kingdom Rock, a nighttime adventure for the whole family. Our mission is to empower families to stand strong for God. Each evening, families will be given opportunities to worship, reflect, learn Bible stories and to participate in mission and games. Sign your family up now for July 7-10 from 6:30-8:30PM. Dinner can be purchased from 5:30-6:30 with reservations. Registration online and cost is $25 per family. High school teen helpers are needed. Call Dianne Hylton for more information.
Everywhere Fun Fair: Where God's World Come Together Vacation Bible School is June 10(Monday)-13(Thursday) from 12:30-3:30PM. Register now online. We need parent volunteers to help lead the children each day. We need teen helpers to help as well. With only one day-time VBS this year, register early to ensure you place. For more information call Dianne Hylton 770-971-5074 or email dianne.hylton@mtbethel.org
CHARGE! Retreat is May 4-5, 2013 in Anniston, Ala at Camp Lee. We are excited to have Paige Armstrong Omartian as our guest speaker. It will be a fun weekend for parents and their current 4th and 5th grader. Please join us for the weekend as Children Have Awesome Recreation and Godly Encounters! Register online. Cost is $150. For more information call Sherri Juliani 770-971-3447 or sherri.juliani@mtbethel.org
Special Needs Respite - Parent's Night Out: Children with special needs, and their siblings are invited to join us for a night of fun and fellowship on Friday, May 3, from 6-9pm in room F002, in the basement of the Academy building. Dinner is not provided, so eat before you come, or bring your dinner and eat with us. Snacks are provided (pretzels, graham crackers, and water). However, if you have an allergy please let us know. We will play games, make crafts, or watch a movie, while Mom, Dad, or our caregiver has some needed time off. Please RSVP to Kim McGarr by Friday, April 26.
Preparing for Middle School!
There will be small peer groups forming this spring for girls and boys (separate groups) who are entering middle school in the fall. The groups will be facilitated by a counselor and will cover various topics related to preparing for middle school.
The groups are also a great way for soon-to-be middle schoolers to develop a support network with other rising middle schoolers. The groups will meet for four 1-hour sessions and some of the subjects to be covered will be peer pressure, study skills, body image, self-esteem and bullying. For further information on dates, times and cost, please contact Michelle Lambert, MS, LPC at 770-612-1018 or mtclambert@yahoo.com.
Mt. Bethel is still accepting women's business clothing and accessories for the Dress for Success ministry at the trailer next to the CAC. And what better time than spring cleaning to look in your closet for items that you just don't wear any longer -- put those business suits back to work. Dress for Success is a not-for-profit organization that helps disadvantaged women find jobs and remain employed. This includes helping each woman dress appropriately for job interviews and for her new job when she gets it. If you have business clothing or accessories (shoes, purses, jewelry) to donate, please call 404-285-1088 or 678-362-6812, and arrangements will be made. The trailer is no longer open daily to the public.
Young Adult/College Ministry
Bible study and dinner at Gaylyn Kelly's house every Tuesday night. We are currently going through the book of Acts.
If you have any questions about the College and Young Adult ministry please contact Gaylyn Kelly or Taylor Pair.
Recreation Ministry
SUMMER CAMPS: Register Now!
Register online at mtbethel.org/camps or in the CAC
Soccer Camp: May 28-31 (Tue. - Fri.) 9:00am -12:30pm. Girls and Boys. Ages 5 - 12. Member $115, Non-member $140
Baseball Camp: May 28-31 (Tue. - Fri.) 1:30pm - 5:00pm. Boys Rising Grades K - 5th. Member $115, Non-member $140
Hoops Camp I: June 3 - 6 (Mon. - Thur.) 9am - 12pm. Co-ed Rising 1st/2nd Grades. Member $95, Non-member $115.
Hoops Camp II: June 3 - 6 (Mon. - Thur.) 1:30 - 4:30. Boys Rising 3rd/4th Grades. Member $95, Non-member $115.
Hoops Camp III: July 15 - 18 (Mon. - Thur.) 9am - 12pm. Boys Rising 5th-8th Grades. Member $95, Non-member $115.
Hoops Camp IV: July 15 - 18 (Mon. - Thur.) 1:30 - 4:30. Girls Rising 3rd-8th Grades. Member $95, Non-member $115.
Volleyball Camp I: July 22 - 24 (Mon.-Wed.) 9am-12pm. Girls Rising 4th/5th Grades. Member $75, Non-member $95.
Volleyball Camp II: July 22 - 24 (Mon.-Wed.) 1:30 - 4:30. Girls Rising 6th - 8th Grades. Member $75, Non-member $95.
Cheerleading Camp: July 29 - 31 (Mon.-Wed.) 9am - 12:30pm. Girls Rising K - 5th Grades. Member $75, Non-member $95.
Sports Camp I and II - Now taking a waiting list.
20th Annual Thompson-Sheffield Co-ed Softball Tournament - May 11. Contact Rob Mickler with any questions or to register your team - rob.mickler@mtbethel.org.
Thompson-Sheffield Co-ed Softball Tournament Captain's Meeting - Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30 in the Olympia Room of the CAC.
CHAIR MASSAGE: Wednesday's from 8:30 - 12:00 in the CAC Will Graham of "The 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.
Mt. Bethel Christian Academy Summer Camps
If you are looking for fun summer camps, we have several opportunities for you to consider. All camps are led by Mt. Bethel Christian Academy teachers and are open to all. Spaces are limited - please contact the Academy for more information - 770-971-0245.
Summer Art Class with Mrs. Cardell, June 3-7, ages 6-12, Cost: $195; Register by May 15
Wanna Build a Website Summer Camp, June 10-13 from 9:15am-12:15pm. Rising 3-5 graders. Instructors: Mrs. Kelly and Mrs. Woz. Cost: $160
American Girl Doll Camp, June 10-14 from 9am-Noon. Rising Kindergarteners-4th graders. Instructors: Mrs. Black and Mrs. Sheffield. Cost: $175
Weird and Wacky Science with Mrs. Smallwood, Dates: June 10-14, 9:15am-12:15pm.
Rising 4th, 5th and 6th graders. Cost: $175.
Summer Art Camp with Ms. Odom, Let's Go Mudding in Room F303 - June 17-21 from 11:30-2:30. Ages 11-14. Cost: $195; Registration deadline is May 15
Summer Art Camp with Ms. Odom, Master Mix-up in Room F303, June 17-21 from 3:30-6:30. Ages 11-14. Cost: $195; Registration Deadline is May 15.
Creative Writing Camp, June 24-27 from 12-3, Rising 4-6 graders, with Mrs. Kelly and Mrs. Chiang. Cost: $160.
Camp Hope/kidz2Leaders
k2l's Camp Hope Golf Tournament: The annual kidz2leaders Camp Hope Golf Tournament, which raises money each year to support programs for the children of inmates, will be held at the Atlanta Country Club on Monday, May 13, at 8:00am. Please contact Nancy Jakaitis (nancy.jakaitis@kidz2leaders.org or 770-977-7751) if you are interested in sponsorship or playing in the tournament. Registration forms are also available on our website (www.kidz2leaders.org). Sign-up to play today!
Aloha to Aging
Monthly Support Group Opportunities
Alzheimer's/Caregiver Support Group Meeting: Monday, 5/6 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, 5/7 at 10:30 a.m. You and your caregiver are welcome as we share coping strategies and helpful tips and resources. Program held at Aloha To Aging, Inc, 4608 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30068.
Volunteer Opportunities
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.
2nd Annual Aloha Art & Silent Auction: We are recruiting for your time and talent. Please call 678-439-1177 if you would like to serve on this year's committee.
Monthly Education
Managing Caregiver Stress: Thursday, May 9th from 10:30. Where is your stress and what are you doing to relieve it? Review the top 10 things that create stress in addition to caring for a loved one. Discuss how to manage and alleviate stress on a regular basis. RSVP by Tuesday 5/7 to 678-439-1177. Please call for location.
Growing Through Grief: Monday, May 13th 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, May 16th from 11:30-1:30. 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 5/14 to 678-439-1177. Cost is $15. Please call for location.
Our Faithfulness
Offerings Received last week -- $151,103
Offerings this fiscal year - - $6,877,129
Budget Offerings Needed to date - - $7,206,634
Stewardship update
Mt. Bethel has 2,412 families (giving units) and thus far, 1,010 have returned their commitment cards for a total of $6,934,177. Our current operating budget for 2012/13 is $9,500,000.
