Special Christmas Service | Sunday, December 22 | 5pm | Sanctuary | Communion & Candlelight - To our Mt. Bethel family: Please consider joining us at this service (December 22), so we can provide space for visitors on the 24th. This will be the same special service as the ones we will have on December 24.

Christmas Eve Services | Tuesday, December 24

3pm | Sanctuary | Candlelight | Nursery

5pm | Sanctuary & Fellowship Hall | Candlelight | Nursery - Shuttle will run from Dickerson Middle School.

8pm | Sanctuary | Communion & Candlelight | Sanctuary - no Nursery

11pm | Sanctuary | Communion & Candlelight | Sanctuary - no Nursery

Pastor's Bible Study | Wednesdays | 10am | January 15-May 14 | A18

Rev. Kelly Brumbeloe will be teaching a study on the book of Mark. Mark is an abridged version of the other Gospels and details Jesus' ministry on earth.  If you're looking for an opportunity to learn more about Scripture and the person of Christ, then join Kelly on this journey through the book of Mark. We have a number of new Bible studies beginning in January. Please go online to review descriptions, days, and times.

So far this year, over 100 Adults have joined Mt. Bethel on profession of faith - 100! That is an amazing number. One hundred people have committed their lives to follow Jesus Christ. In the secular world in which we live, that is an inspiring number. Mt Bethel is making a difference in the lives of people and bringing them into a relationship with Jesus and making disciples; that is what we do! That is what we are about.

We are now in the sixth week of our stewardship season. We are making progress toward our goal of $10,000,000 in pledges. So far 1,240 individuals and families (giving entities) out of a total of 2,679 have turned in their commitment cards. We cannot be content; we can't pat ourselves on the back. We must follow God's vision for Mt. Bethel. Pray for God's guidance and strength to make a faith commitment. Remember the 100 lives that have been changed and the countless other lives that are waiting to be brought to Jesus. Mt. Bethel must continue its outreach. Join us!  Return your commitment card or email us today!

End-of-the-Year Giving: Please remember, for income tax purposes, charitable contributions must be claimed in the year they are delivered. One exception is a check mailed to Mt. Bethel; it is deductible in the year the check is mailed (postmarked), even if it is received early in the next year. Also remember, if you plan to drop off end-of-year contributions, the church offices will be closed on December 24, 25, and 26. If you would like to donate stock or other securities to Mt. Bethel, please go online and click on the GIVE button and follow the prompts. There, you will find a form to use for transferring stock to Mt. Bethel. After completing the form, give it to your account representative for your stock/securities transfers. Please e-mail Sharon Wyland or call 678-560-7462 to let Sharon know the name and amount of the stock you are transferring to Mt. Bethel. To take IRS deductions for securities donations, please make sure these donations are made at least ten days prior to the end of the year. If you have questions, please call Sharon Wyland at 678-560-7462.

Our Mike Sappington Helping Hand Fund can use a "helping hand." This special fund aids families in financial  distress. Thus far in 2013, Mt. Bethel has provided $83,000 in help for medical bills, utilities, and rent.

Ride the Shuttle! Did you know that the Sunday shuttles will pick you up at Dickerson Middle School and Terrell Mill Park and drive you to and from Mt. Bethel? It couldn't be easier.

The Hope Center Store is Extremely Low on Clothes!

They need all sizes: infant, toddler, boy, girl, junior's, women's and maternity. Donations are accepted during their normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 10am-5pm and Saturday, 10am-4pm). Center address: 295 Molly Lane, Suite 110, Woodstock, GA 30189 - 770-517-4450. You may also bring them to the Mt. Bethel Receptionist's office. 

MUST Toy Shop: Christmas morning is exciting for the 4,500+ children from Cobb and Cherokee counties whose families shop at the MUST Toy Shop.  The Discovery SS Class will be collecting NEW unwrapped toys and gifts in the collection bins at the MB front office.  Donations suggestions are jewelry, sports equipment, make-up, dolls, clothing, and games. Items for teens are especially in high demand. Thank you in advance for your donation and making this Christmas a little brighter for someone else!  Deadline is December 18. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Christie DeDona: 770-316-8161.

Pecans are in!  All Varieties only $10 per bag. They will be sold outside the Music Office on Sundays between services, outside the Fellowship Hall during Wednesday night supper, and in the music office during office hours Mondays - Thursdays. For more information, contact Sandra Chapman.

For Parents of Infants and Young Children

The Mt. Bethel Nursery is sponsoring a CPR/ First Aid Class on Sunday, January 12, at 12:30 pm. The cost is $10 to cover your Red Cross card. Nursery will be provided free of charge. If you would like to join the class, contact Debbie Ruth at 770-971-2588 or Evelyn Bosher at 678-560-7285.  Nursery reservations and class reservations will be accepted through Wednesday, January 8. Space is limited to 25 participants.  If we have a lot of interest, we will open a second class in the coming months. We hope you can join us to learn these vital life-saving techniques.

Golf Anyone? Dust your clubs off and join us for the inaugural Mt. Bethel Christian Academy 8th grade DC trip fund raising golf tournament!! The tournament will take place at Indian Hills Country Club on "Saint Patrick's Day" Monday, March 17. We need a minimum of 48 participants to make this happen.  Please email James Gray if you are interested, Friends and family are welcome! Save the date and join us to help our 8th graders have a great DC trip! 

Recreation Ministry - Follow us on Facebook! 

Youth Basketball:  Last games before Christmas break are Saturday the 21. We will resume practices beginning Monday, January 6.  Make up pictures will be Saturday, January 11 time TBA.

Fitness:  New session begins January 6! We will offer the following complimentary classes over the Christmas and New Year's holiday:

Monday, December 23 at 8:45am: Body Sculpting [Mandy]

Friday, December 27 at 8:45am: Body Sculpting [Emily]

Monday,December 30 at 8:45am: Body Sculpting [Emily]

Thursday, January 2 at 8:45am: Cardio Weights [Mandy]

Friday, January 3 at 9:45am: Cardio Barre [Selena]    

CAC Christmas/New Year's Hours 

Open 12/23 and 12/27 830am-5pm 

Closed 12/24-26; Saturdays (12/28 and 1/4) 9am-2pm

Closed 12/31-1/1

Open 1/2-1/3 830-5pm

Aloha To Aging, Inc.

4608 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30068 - info@alohatoaging.org or 678-439-1177 for information or to RSVP.

Alzheimer's/Caregiver Support Group Meeting | Monday, January 6 | 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 for care.

Parkinson's Disease Support Group | Tuesday, January 7 | 10:30am

You and your caregiver are welcome as we learn how to cope and live with the diagnosis. This month get ready for the understanding the benefits of laughter and experience "Laughter Yoga"!

Tai Chi for Parkinson | Thursdays, starting January 9 | 2pm

We will be partnering with Brenau University to enable their Masters in Occupational Therapy students to conduct their thesis research on Tai Chi and Parkinson's. Cost will be $5 per class.  Open to those with Parkinson's disease, as well as their caregivers. Participants will be shoeless for class and can choose to sit or stand. Please RSVP by January 8.

Cobb County Resources & Voucher Programs | Monday, January 13 | 10:30am

If you or a loved one are 55+ and live in Cobb County, come learn about the free or discounted resources for transportation, day respite, in-home care, etc.

Growing Through Grief | Monday, January 13 | 2:30pm

Come experience an uplifting time with 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.

Healthy Brain Game Day | Thursday, January 16 | 11:30am

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. RSVP by Tuesday, January 14. Cost is $15.