Mt. Bethel Happenings

Church Office Closed, Nov 23-27

2010-11-17T13:54:00.000-05:00

The church office will be closed for the Thanksgiving holidays, from November 23-27. If you need to reach the pastor, leave a message at the church office or email him at alex.stroud(at)ngumc.net. If there is an emergency, please contact Bob Miller, Staff-Parish Relations Chair.

Pending Video System

2010-11-17T13:49:00.001-05:00

Thanks to the generosity of some of our members, we are in the process of installing a video projection system in our sanctuary. To help keep costs down, we be doing most of the labor, at the direction of a consultant. Once the materials come in, we will need the help of anyone that is able. If you'd like to volunteer for this special project, email Alex Stroud at alex.stroud(at)ngumc.net.

We will also be looking for 8-10 individuals to receive training for the new system. Those dates are also yet to be determined. However, if you are interested, please also contact Alex Stroud. No prior experience is necessary. We'll teach you everything you need to know.

Christmas Eve Worship

2010-11-17T13:46:00.000-05:00

On Christmas Eve, Friday, December 24th, we will come together for worship at 7pm. As usual, all are welcome and encouraged to attend. Worship will include the service of Holy Communion as well as the tradition of candle-lighting. Bring your friends and your neighbors!

Christmas Cantata

2010-11-17T13:44:00.000-05:00

Don't miss the choir's Christmas cantata this year. During worship on Sunday, December 12th the choir will lead us in worship as we anticipate and celebrate the coming of Christ together.

Help Wanted

2010-11-17T13:42:00.001-05:00

Currently, the Mt. Bethel Family is receiving résumés for Music Director as well as for Pianist. Both positions are part-time and applicants must have prior experience.

Qualifications for both positions include:

Authentic relationship with Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
Ability to shepherd volunteer musicians in the Christian life.
Love and respect for people.
Attested musical skills and competence.
Ability to organize, coordinate, and motivate musicians and technical team members.
Sense of humor and a positive attitude.
Strong team player with the rest of the staff and congregation.
Committed to the church’s vision, leadership, and people.
Dependable, responsible, self-motivated, and creative.

Résumés may be submitted either by mail or email to the following addresses. Please indicate in your communication which position you are seeking.

Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church

Attn: Bob Miller

992 Mt. Bethel Rd.

McDonough, GA 30252

MBUMCStaffing (at) gmail.com

Blessing of the Backpacks

2010-07-21T12:20:00.000-04:00

Are you ready for the beginning of the school year? We believe that the best way to begin another year is to pray for our teachers, students, administrators, and school staff members.

During worship on August 1st, we will have a "Blessing of the Backpacks." All students, children and youth, are encouraged to bring their backpacks and place them at the altar. Together, we'll bring forward our students and teachers and pray over them and their bags.

The Mt. Bethel Children's Ministry will also be collecting school supplies for those in need. These donations will be given to local schools as well as A Friend's House following the blessing. Anyone wishing to donate supplies (backpacks, paper, pens, pencils, etc.) can bring those items and place them in the boxes labeled "Back to School" in the fellowship hall and sanctuary.

One Minute Olympics

2010-07-21T12:14:00.000-04:00

On Friday, July 30th, all rising 6th through 12th grade students are invted to come to the Mt. Bethel One-Minute Olympics. Several unconventional games will test your skill, speed, and creativity. Bring a friend or three to compete for an awesome prize - a new iPod!

Members of MBUMC: bring a drink and snack to share. We'll begin at 7pm, so get here early and get ready for some incredible challenges.

Pictorial Directory

2010-07-21T12:10:00.000-04:00

Work has begun on creating a new pictorial membership directory for Mt. Bethel. Dates for portraits have been set for September 27-28. In the coming weeks, you'll have the opportunity to set an appointment for your family to get your picture taken. More information is on the way. Thanks to Helen Busbin for coordinating this effort.

Prayer Group

2010-07-21T12:09:00.000-04:00

During the summer, an informal prayer group is gathering in the Pastor's study at 9:00 on Sunday mornings. Drop in anytime and share your joys and concerns as we pray together for the community and the church.

Prayer and Healing Service

2010-03-15T12:00:00.000-04:00

Join us this Tuesday night, March 16th at 7pm for a prayer and healing service. Our primary purpose in gathering is to pray for the Capes family. Jason was diagnosed with metastatic malignant melanoma in 2008 and to date, none of his treatments have been successful. We will gather to pray for Jason and his family.

If you have a need to be prayed for as well, we will have a time for you to come and be prayed with as well. We hope that you'll join us and if you're unable, that you'll pray anyway.

Prayer Ministry

2010-03-09T15:54:00.000-05:00

We are in the process of updating our prayer ministry and we'd like to extend an invitation to you. Our prayer ministers are on call to confidentially pray whenever there is a need.

If you are interested in being a part of this team, email the church office (mtbethelumc(at)bellsouth.net) or give us a call (770) 954-1194. Be sure to include in your message a daytime phone number, evening phone number, and email address and which contact is the best to reach you at.

We have also revamped our published prayer list. In the weekly bulletin, you will still find a list of our newest prayer concerns. In addition, we are printing a monthly list of ongoing concerns for those enduring long illnesses, on military deployment, and other long-term prayer needs. Be sure to pick one up on the first Sunday of each month and remember these folks in your prayers as well.

If you have a prayer need, call the church office or contact Rev. Alex Stroud and we will pray for you.

Holy Week Schedule

2010-03-09T15:48:00.000-05:00

Put these important worship times on your calendar:

March 28 - Palm Sunday, worship at 11am
April 1 - Maundy Thursday, worship at 7pm
April 4 - Easter Sunday, sunrise worship at 7am, pancake breakfast at 8am, traditional worship at 11am

Sisters in Christ

2010-03-09T15:42:00.000-05:00

All women are invited for dessert with our women's ministry, Sisters in Christ. Our next meeting is Monday, March 22nd at 7pm at the church.

March Happy Hearts Meeting

2010-03-09T15:39:00.000-05:00

Join our senior adults for a lunch outing this Thursday, March 11th. They'll gather at Logan's Steakhouse on Jonesboro Road at 11:30 for lunch, fellowship, and devotion. All are invited.

24 Hours That Changed the World

2010-03-09T15:37:00.000-05:00

Our Lenten study this year is based on 24 Hours That Changed the World by Adam Hamilton. We'll relive together the last 24 hours of Jesus' life and the impact that those events have on our lives.

As we recount the hours from Jesus' last meal with his disciples to his dying moments on the cross, we hope that you'll follow along with your personal, daily devotions. Hamilton has also published a devotional book that you can purchase through Cokesbury, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, as well as several other book sellers.

We also have a limited number of copies at the church that you can purchase for $10 each. Call the office for more information.

12/14 Update on Norman Wittler

2009-12-14T16:48:00.000-05:00

Continue praying for Norman. His heart catheterization this morning revealed a blockage, which will be cleared by angioplasty sometime this evening.

Update on Norman Wittler

2009-12-13T16:28:00.000-05:00

Thanks to everyone who prayed for Norman Wittler this morning. Just before worship, he had a heart attack and was taken to the hospital. He's doing well now and will have a heart catheterization Monday morning.

Welcome to Our Newest Addition

2009-12-08T16:33:00.000-05:00

Join us in welcoming our newest staff addition at Mt. Bethel. Travis Byrd joined us as our new Youth Minister on November 15th. He comes to us from Shiloh UMC in Covington and is currently a student at Georgia College and State University in Milledgeville. He is engaged to Elizabeth Hunt and we are glad to have both of them with us. To contact Travis, look for his information under "Contact Us" on the church website.

Christmas Eve Worship

2009-12-08T16:13:00.000-05:00

Join us for worship on Christmas Eve, December 24th at 7pm. The service will be a candlelight service and will include Holy Communion and many of the traditional Christmas hymns. Come as you are.

Women's Party

2009-12-08T16:12:00.000-05:00

All women are invited to a Christmas party being hosted by our Sisters in Christ women's group. The party will be Monday, December 21st at 7pm. There will be finger foods and an ornament exchange, so be sure to bring an inexpensive, wrapped ornament with you.

The women will gather at the Berry Farm, 1723 Mt. Bethel Road (1.3 miles from the church). For questions or directions, please contact Becky Champion at hcmrs(at)bellsouth.net.

2009-07-13T10:15:00.002-04:00

Don't forget to bring you covered dish and a dessert for the cook-off, youth sponsored, next Sunday. Bring your yummiest dessert and join the fun.

Get your tickets for the fish-fry on July 25. For tickets call or e-mail the church office.

Bible School got off to a good start. Come join the fun. Bring your kids, grandkids, and even the neighbor's kids.

Fish Fry Benefit Fundraiser

2009-07-06T10:11:00.003-04:00

In April 2009, Jason Capes was diagnosed with Metastatic Malignant Melanoma, a very serious form of cancer, at the age of 35. Jason and his wife, Alecia, are the parents of two beautiful children, ages10 and 13. We know that Jason and Alecia both will need a lot of time off work, for this treatment and so that they can spend time together as a family. Please buy a plate or make a donation for the family and help them in a time of need.

This will be Saturday, July 25, 2009 - 4-7 PM. $7:00 minimum donation.

Desert Cook-off

2009-07-06T10:08:00.002-04:00

July 19th, Sunday, the Mt. Bethel UMYF will be having a covered dish dinner following the VBS celebration service. We are asking you, the church, to bring you covered dishes and in addition we are having a cook off. Yes.. the best kind...DESSERT! There will be a $2.00 entry fee for the bake off. All proceeds will be split between the youth and the Capes family.

Fishing rodeo

2009-07-06T09:50:00.003-04:00

On Sunday night the children and youth had a fishing rodeo at Johnny Wilkerson's lake. The prizes for most fish caught and longest fish were won by J.C. Capes.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

2009-07-06T09:40:00.002-04:00

Vacation Bible School starts July 12 through July 16th. 6:00 Pm until 8:30.

Kindergarten through 5th grade.

For more information call (770) 954-1194

On the fourth night, our E.D.G.E. pledge is "God loves me. I will love God." We'll be taking a trek to the upper room this night as Jesus washes the feet of his disciples. Pray this week that our children will remember that God's love is always around them, and the attraction between them and God must be more powerful than anything else they're attracted to.