The next Healing/Communion Service will be Sunday, June 2, at 12:15pm in the Chapel. Everyone is invited.
Promotion Sunday is June 2.
Children ages 3 and up will move to the next grade level this Sunday. Please take your child to their new class assignment. Each child received a post card with the room assignment on it. If you did not receive you card, please check in at the computer for your room.
Congregational Care - When you or a family member needs a minister, please call the Church office during the week at 770-971-2880 and ask for either Glenn Ray , Randy Mickler or Kibbie Jones. To reach a minister on the weekend, please call 770-354-5433.
Immediate Need for Markers for Costa Rica VBS - Our mission team leaves for Costa Rica on Saturday, June 8. We will be conducting VBS for 150 children in a poor area outside of San Jose called Los Guido. Please consider donating a pack of new markers for the children of Los Guido. We can use both washable or permanent markers. Donations can be dropped off at the front desk and are needed BEFORE FRIDAY, JUNE 7. Contact Genia Crane at 678-569-7870 with any questions.
It's time to kick off summer with the annual Mt. Bethel Father-Child Campout! 
This is also a great time for grandfathers and grandchildren. On Friday, May 31, we'll set up between 5 and 6pm on the "Fields of Dreams," serve burgers and hot dogs with all the trimmings at 6:30. Then we will have ice cream! Breakfast will be served Saturday morning between 7 and 7:30am. Bring your fishing pole. This event occurs rain or shine! Cost is $25 for two people with a $35 family maximum. To register, please go to mtbethel.org/campout. For more information, please contact Ben Hornsby at ben.hornsby@mtbethel.orgor 678-333-1871.
Congratulations to these recent college graduates:
Johanna Biggs - Wilmington College
David Dorris - Rhodes College
Philip Harward - University of Georgia
Sean O'Donnell - University of Georgia
Justin Welborn - Georgia Institute of Technology - Master's Degree
Mt. Bethel Day Care is enrolling children 6 weeks to 4 years beginning the first week in June. Please contact Dee or Kerry at 678-560-8005 for more information.
June VBS is around the corner: Everywhere Fun Fair where God's World comes together! June 10-13 from 12:30-3:30pm. Join us as we teach the children about God's World. We have several opportunities to teach the children in Recreation, Discovery (science experiment), Crafts and crew leaders. As followers of Christ we are called to make disciples. Please take this opportunity to teach the children with us in Children's Ministry. Adults, Grandparents, parents, teens... we can use you all! Please call Dianne Hylton at 770-971-5074 or email dianne.hylton@mtbethel.org
Special Needs will meet at 9:30 only beginning May 26 through August 4, and will return to our regular schedule on Sunday Aug 11 - meeting at both 9:30 & 11am in F002.
Camp Hope 2013 is still in need of college-age and adult week-long counselors to serve in the cabins with our campers. These volunteers are needed from Sunday, July 13-Friday, July 19. Interested individuals can contact Christina Graff for more information at (770) 977-7751 or email christina.graff@kidz2leaders.org. Applications are available at www.kidz2leaders.org.
MUST Summer Sack Lunch program is looking for groups who would like to make lunches for children living in poverty in Cobb County. Mt. Bethel UMC provides the supplies and the facility set up--you provide the volunteers to make the lunches and deliver them to a nearby MUST drop off location! Contact Patti Turner, pturnerewt@gmail.com for details.
Summer Volunteer opportunity for Rising 9-12 grades. Children's Ministry at 
Mt. Bethel will need 80 plus high school students to help us with our Kingdom Rock - A Family Revival: Where Families Stand Strong for God. This new adventure is Sunday through Wednesday nights July 7-10 from 6:00-8:30PM. There will be a variety of opportunities to serve. This event is taking the place of our July VBS program. You will receive volunteer hours if you need them. Please go online to sign up or call Dianne Hylton at 770-971-5074 or email dianne.hylton@mtbethel.org
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
CAC summer hours of operation (beginning Tuesday May 28):
Monday - Friday: 8am - 7:30pm
Saturday: 9am - 2pm
Youth Fall Sports: We are now registering for fall sports. Register online at mtbethel.org/sportsregistration. We offer Prek t-ball and soccer (must be 4 by Sept. 1, 2013), boys and girls soccer (K-6th), boys flag football (1st - 7th), boys baseball (K-3rd), girls volleyball (4th - 8th).
SUMMER CAMPS: Deadline approaching - don't delay!
Register online at mtbethel.org/camps or in the CAC
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 $60, Non-member $75.
Fitness: We offer classes in boot camp, barre, Zumba, body sculpting, weights, cardio, yoga, pilates and more. We have great instructors and lots of fun. Go to mtbethel.org/fitness for class schedule and prices. We also have available by appointment a personal trainer who can get you started or keep you moving in the right direction. For more information call the Recreation Department at 770-971-5280.
CHAIR MASSAGE: Wednesdays 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.
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
Weird and Wacky Science with Mrs. Smallwood, Dates: June 10-14, 9:15am-12:15pm.
Rising 4th, 5th and 6th graders. Cost: $175.
Creative Writing Camp, June 24-27 from 12-3, Rising 4-6 graders, with Mrs. Kelly and Mrs. Chiang. Cost: $160.
Women's Ministry
Summer Women's Bible Study - Women, you are invited to join Millie Atkinson and Genia Crane on Wednesday mornings in June for a Bible study on living counter-culturally. Millie and Genia will use scripture to discuss how to live out your Christian values in a secular world. The study will meet in B118 at 10am beginning June 5. For more information, or to register, please contact Gayle Haden at gayle.haden@mtbethel.org or Millie Atkinson at milliecatkinson@gmail.com. For nursery reservations, please contact Evelyn Bosher at evelyn.bosher@mtbethel.org.
Aloha to Aging
Monthly Support Group Opportunities
Alzheimer's/Caregiver Support Group Meeting: Monday, June 3, at 10:30am. 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, June 4, at 10:30am. 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
Growing Through Grief: Monday, June 10, at 2:30pm. 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.
The Virtual Dementia Tour™: Thursday, June 13, from 10:30-12:30. The Virtual Dementia Tour is a personal experience for those individuals who would like to better understand the world of dementia. The simulation of dementia will help you better appreciate and care for a loved one with this disease. RSVP by 6/11 to reserve your 30 minute time slot. 678-439-1177 or info@alohatoaging.org. Program at Aloha To Aging, Inc. 4608 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30068.
Healthy Brain Game Day: Thursday, June 20, 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 6/18 to 678-439-1177. Cost is $15. Please call for location.
Our Faithfulness
Offerings Received last week -- $84,136 Worship - - 1,358
Offerings this fiscal year - - $7,552,376
Budget Offerings Needed to date - - $8,044,615
Stewardship update
Mt. Bethel has 2,412 families (giving units) and thus far, 1,121 have returned their commitment cards for a total of $7,536,603. Our current operating budget for 2012/13 is $9,500,000.
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