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February 16, 2014
Moving Forward
Several weeks ago, Mt. Bethel appointed a subcommittee to explore the financial possibilities regarding the purchase of the Jewish Community Center, 33 acres, located six miles north of Mt. Bethel's location on Lower Roswell Road.
After completing their due-diligence with the Academy, holding discussions with financial institutions, the subcommittee reported its finding to Mt. Bethel's Finance Committee.
Basically, the report stated that after the fundraising efforts on the part of the Academy and members of Mt. Bethel, the remaining debt can be easily carried through Mt. Bethel's existing Operating Budget of $9.7 million. The Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend the purchase of the property and existing buildings to the Administrative Council.
Mt. Bethel's Administrative Council will meet February 23, at 3:30pm on the site of the Jewish Community Center property. This meeting will include a tour of the property and its existing structures, cookout, report of the Finance Committee, and a vote to endorse the option to purchase the property. A vote of the Ad Council will be a recommendation to the Mt. Bethel Church Conference's final vote to be held on March 2, 12:15pm in the Sanctuary.
The vote of the Church Conference will be the final determination regarding the proposal. Each and every member, "in good standing," of Mt. Bethel has a vote. However, according to The Book of Discipline, only members attending the Church Conference will be allowed to vote. No proxies are allowed. Our District Superintendent has authorized this Church Conference to be conducted by Mt. Bethel's senior pastor.
Now, to refresh your memory regarding the Jewish Community Center property. The property is comprised of 33 acres of land that includes two gyms, classroom space, administrative space, cafeteria, tennis courts, swimming pool, showers, lake, obstacle course, and three existing athletic fields with lights. After some remodeling, Mt. Bethel's Academy will be able to expand immediately, adding a ninth grade. Our Recreational Ministries will be allowed to double its current operations. Our Worship and Christian Educational Ministries (Sunday School, Bible Studies, small groups) will be allowed opportunities for new growth through the Jewish Community Center property, that will become "Mt. Bethel North."
In addition, Mt. Bethel has been allowed to begin "streaming" our worship services, live, as soon as possible!
Please continue to pray for Mt. Bethel, its leaders and the expansion of God's Kingdom.
May our willingness to follow match His willingness to lead.
Randy Mickler
Senior Pastor
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Worship Services
Worship Services - February 16
8:15am Chapel - "Grace In Action" - Fourth in the Series: "Priorities" Ephesians 2:8-10 - Rev. Steven Brumbeloe
9:30am & 11:00am Sanctuary - "Fearless Faith" - Fourth in the Series: "Priorities" - John 21:18-19 - Dr. Randy Mickler
11:00am Contemporary Worship Service in the Fellowship Hall - "Around the Table" - 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 - Rev. Glenn Ray
11:00am Kid Quest Children's Worship for K-2nd Graders in F015 - "Go Tell John!" - Luke 7:18-22
11:00am The P.O.D. Children's Worship for 3rd to 5th Graders in F011 - "Priorities, Part 4 - It's Whats Inside That Counts" - Luke 7:18-22
St. Philip UMC - 11:00am Worship Service - "Investing in Each Other" - Fourth in the Series: "Priorities" - I Corinthians 11:23-26 - Rev. Jon Ponders
Our Joys & Concerns
The altar flowers are given to the Glory of God and in loving memory
of Frank's mother, Evelyn Zimmerman, by Frank & Julie Zimmerman.
The Paschal Candle burns in honor of the baptisms of Blakely Ashton Burtsfield, daughter of Ryan & Megan Burtsfield; Hadley Marie Hinz, daughter of Cory & Fallon Hinz; and Reed Louis Shelton, son of Alex & Julie Shelton.
We extend Christian sympathy to Brian, Kim, Caitlin & Ben Cain in the loss of Brian's father, Winton Cain; and to Deone, Caitlin & Savannah Perdue in the loss of Deone's brother, Rob Nichols. May God hold you in the palm of His hand during this
time of grief.
Recently hospitalized: Mary Lou Flynt.
Please visit mtbethel.org for more details about our ministries, programs and events.
Weekend Minister on call - 770-354-5433
From the Blog and Photo Gallery
 Pictures from A Knight with Mom
Over 100 women and their sons/grandsons had a night on the town last Saturday. They danced to DJ Tall Mikey's tunes, ate princely snacks, and had fun getting their pictures taken in our castle photo booth. See the pictures from this special evening here.
Connect with Us
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DNOW is Next Weekend! We need your help, even if you don't have a child attending. This incredible mission reaches over 650 youth and college leaders.
Donate $25 gas cards for our incredible college leaders who give up a weekend to travel to MBUMC and donate their time, energy and faith. Bring them to the front desk or Student Ministries.
Be a Host Home Helper to assist several host homes with transportation over the weekend and possibly help serve a meal Saturday night at the host home. Email Pam Lackey for more details.
Learn more about how you can help.
LAST FIRESIDE CHAT - Wednesday, February 26, 6:30pm in the Sanctuary. If you have any questions concerning the purchase of "Mt. Bethel North," this is the time to get them answered prior to the congregation-wide vote on March 2.
New Century Circle | Wednesday, February 19 | 12-1:30pm | B118
Join us as we welcome our special guest speaker, children's author Diane Shore.
 PEP Club Dinner | Feb 18, 2014 | 6-7:30pm | Mt. Bethel Fellowship Hall Please bring a dish to share according to your last name - A-M main dish, N-Z side/salad, Host/Hostess dessert. Our entertainment is The Servers, bluegrass quartet.
A Special Areopagus Presentation: "The Beatles and the Transformation of American Culture, A Retrospective on Their Cultural Legacy" | Thursday, February 20 | 7:30pm | Choir Room (A18). Open to all.
Single Spirit Sunday School Class Open House | Sun, March 2 | 9:30am | F325
Single and 40-60 Something? Come see what our Sunday school is all about. We have a variety of teaching and learning techniques, including speakers and group studies using DVDs. Additionally, we hold monthly lunches or breakfasts.
Catch the Spirit: A Women's Dinner | Thursday, March 20 | 7pm-9pm | $15
Please join us for dinner and a glimpse at the year ahead in women's ministry. The night is sure to be filled with lots of laughter, conversation and good food. Cindi Fain will be an encouragement to all, as she shares the Word of God. Bring a friend and be blessed by this evening together! Register online.
Special Projects Committee scheduled activities:
February 19 - DNOW & MUST
February 26 - Quarterly Birthday Party
Praise Art Workshops Starting Soon. The Praise Art Ministry was established to encourage Christian Artists and congregations to make or share faith, and their Biblical World view, with visual art works. Visit our site to sign up for a workshop or learn more about how to get involved.
Announcements
Spring Consignment Sale is March 6-8.
Registration is Open. Secure Your Spot Today!
Rec Summer Camp Registration is Open
Go online to register and for camp dates and costs.
Mark Your Calendars for Spring & Summer Children's Dates!
Registration is now open! Sign up online. For further information, please call Dianne Hylton: 770-971-5074.
CHARGE! Retreat | May 3-4 | Camp Lee | Current 4th & 5th graders/Parents
June VBS | June 9-12 | 12:30-3:30pm
Family VBS | July 13, 14 & 15 | 6-8:30pm
Mother and Child Survival Project
Mt. Bethel Children's Sunday School continues to collect funds for UMCOR's "Mother and Child Survival project." Collection buckets will be out through Sunday, February 23. This is a project through the United Methodist Committee on Relief, the mission arm of the United Methodist Church.
Mt. Bethel Christian Academy is accepting applications for the next school year. Join us any Wednesday at 10am for a school tour. Questions? Call 770-971-0245 or email Jackie Grasty or visit our website.
Sunday Volunteer Needs
Breakfast cashiers, parking ushers and tram drivers, morning receptionist, ushers and greeters. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Kibbie Parish.
The Wheeler Chamber Orchestra will perform a concert in our Sanctuary on Monday, March 3, at 7:00 pm and would love for you to attend. The concert will feature guest artist Dr. Jonathan Crutchfield, organist, who will perform the Concerto No. 2 in G Minor for Organ and Orchestra. Dr. Crutchfield is the Minster of Music at the Myers Park Baptist Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. The concert will feature music of Benjamin Britten, Tomaso Albinoni, Josef Rheinberger, and Zac Goad and is free to all.
The HOPE Center is in need of a professional photographer to donate their time to take a baby picture for newborn children for their mothers. For more information please call Sue Stone at 770-977-3273.
Altar Flowers
If you would like to reserve the altar flowers in the Sanctuary in honor or in memory of someone, please email Debi Wyatt or call at 678-560-2437. The arrangements are $60 each or $120 for both.
 Sonshine Suppers is a ministry that allows those who love to cook to bring love and comfort to someone within the body of Christ. Taking part in this meal delivery ministry gives you an opportunity to not only receive a blessing, but also be a blessing. If you are interested in occasionally planning, cooking, and/or delivering a meal to someone, contact Genia Crane.
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This Week's Schedule:
Sunday, February 16
7:30-9:30am Fellowship Breakfast - Fellowship Hall
8:15am Worship Service - Chapel
9:30am Sunday School
9:30am God's Garden - A35
9:30am Worship Service - Sanctuary
11:00am Worship Service - Sanctuary
11:00am Contemporary Worship - Fellowship Hall
11:00am God's Garden - A35
11:00am Sunday School
3:00pm FOCUS Support Group - Community Center
4:00pm 4th & 5th Grade Life Groups - F Building
4:00pm Student Choir Rehearsal - A18
5:30pm Stephen Ministry Training - H House
8:30pm Men's Basketball - Gym
Monday, February 17
Church is closed for President's Day
Tuesday, February 18
9:00am Membership Committee - B112
9:30am Mother's Morning Out - D005
10:30am Knitting Angels - B109
11:00am-1:15pm Tuesday Lunch - Dining Room
6:00pm Missions Committee - B118
6:00pm PEP Club - Fellowship Hall
6:30pm McDaniel Ringers - A25
Wednesday, February 19
9:30am Mother's Morning Out - D5-7
10:00am Pastor's Bible Study - A18
11:00am Special Projects Committee - B116
12:00pm New Century Circle - B118
1:00pm Bridge Group - Community Center
4:00pm iPraise Jr. - A23
4:00pm iPraise - A18
4:30pm Knitting Angels - B109
4:30-6:30pm Fellowship Dinner - Fellowship Hall
6:30pm Adult Bible Studies
6:30pm SPLAT U - Lower C Hall
6:30pm Grief Support Group - B106
6:30pm Divorce Support Group - H House
7:00pm Orchestra Rehearsal - Sanctuary
7:15pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal - A18
Thursday, February 20
9:30am Mother's Morning Out - D5-7
9:30am Quilting for Christ - F001
7:00pm Prayer Ministry - B106
7:15pm DNOW Service - Sanctuary
Friday, February 21
9:30am Mother's Morning Out - D5-7
8:00pm DNOW - Gym
Saturday, February 22
10:00am Alcoholics Anonymous - Community Center
1:30pm Rodrigues/Maggio Wedding - Chapel
6:30pm DNOW - Gym
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