Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 10th. Invite every student, teacher, school administrator, and school employee you know to join us for worship as we ask God to bless the school year and make it a great one for all involved.
Students are encouraged to bring their backpacks to worship and pile them at the altar. We can't announce this in the schools, so spread the word to everyone you can!
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Sermons Available Online
The recording equipment in the sanctuary is finally back up and running. Sermons are now available again online. You can either download them through iTunes by searching for "Mt. Bethel" or listening online at www.sermoncloud.com/mt-bethel-umc/.
Rock Spring Elementary
The new elementary school on Stroud Road is set to open in a few weeks. Soon, teachers and staff will be showing up for pre-planning and to set up classrooms. At the altar in the church sanctuary is a peace lily that we will be placing in the school office, along with a gift basket, to welcome the teachers to the community. If you would like to contribute to the welcome gift, please contact the church office.
We're also looking for anyone interested in giving a couple of hours per month to helping at the school. If you are interested, please let us know. One-on-one mentoring/tutoring, classroom adn teacher support, and special event support will all be needed.
We're also looking for anyone interested in giving a couple of hours per month to helping at the school. If you are interested, please let us know. One-on-one mentoring/tutoring, classroom adn teacher support, and special event support will all be needed.
Youth Pool Party
The youth will be having a pool party this Saturday afternoon (July 26). Meet at the church with your suit, towel, and sunblock at 1pm and we'll ride over to Boomer Champion's house for some fun.
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Don't Forget to Vote!
This Tuesday, July 15th is the date set for the General Primary Elections here in Georgia. Be sure to do your civic duty: go out and vote! If you haven't registered to vote yet, be sure to do that soon, so you can participate in the other elections coming up this year.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Meeting Changes
Due to scheduling conflicts with Primary Elections and Vacation Bible School, the July Finance Committee and Church Council meetings have been rescheduled for Tuesday, July 22nd.
The Finance Committee will meet at 7pm, followed by the Church Council meeting at 8pm. Church members, remember that Church Council is an open meeting and you are always welcome to attend. If you have anything that needs to be addressed by the Council, please email Helen Busbin AND Alex Stroud prior to the meeting so we can be sure you're appropriately added to the agenda.
The Finance Committee will meet at 7pm, followed by the Church Council meeting at 8pm. Church members, remember that Church Council is an open meeting and you are always welcome to attend. If you have anything that needs to be addressed by the Council, please email Helen Busbin AND Alex Stroud prior to the meeting so we can be sure you're appropriately added to the agenda.
VBS Volunteers
VBS Volunteers: mark your calendars. We will be holding a setup meeting on Saturday, July 12th at 10:30am. This meeting will be held at the church and is for ALL volunteers.
Beach Party Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School will be July 13-17 this year and sessions will be from 7-9pm. Registration forms can be found at the church or on the church website. There is no cost and you can register anytime between now and Sunday, July 13. Return registration forms to the church office.
Fourth of July Celebration
This year, in lieu of worshipping at Johnny Wilkerson's on the Sunday adjacent to Independence Day, we will hold worhsip and Sunday school at the church as usual. Next Sunday, July 6th, we will be having a church picnic and 4th of July Celebration, at Johnny's invitation, by his lake. Several of the men are taking care of hotdogs for everyone and we're asking you to provide the sides and desserts. Directions to the Wilkersons' will be available at church on the 6th and also on the church website.
Come at 4:00 for the fishing tournament and 5:00 for the cookout. Bring your lawn chairs and camping chairs.
Come at 4:00 for the fishing tournament and 5:00 for the cookout. Bring your lawn chairs and camping chairs.
Singers Wanted
Do you enjoy singing? Praising God? The choir is looking for new members to join them in leading worship. If you're interested, simply come to practice on Wednesday night at 7:00. If you have any questions, please contact the Music Director, Rachel Nichols by email or at (678) 583-8461. We would love for you to join us as we strive to bring glory to God through song.
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
May Administrative Meetings
The Trustees will not be meeting in the month of May as scheduled. Finance Committee will be meeting Monday, May 12 at 7pm followed by Church Council at 8pm.
Parents Night Out
Desperate for an evening alone with your spouse? Mt. Bethel will be holding a Parent's Night Out on May 16th from 7-10pm for children in grades Kindergarten through Fifth. We will have pizza, a movie, and more. Cost is $5 per child and reservations need to be made by May 11th. Call or email the church office at (770)954-1194 or mtbethelumc@bellsouth.net to make your reservation.
Homecoming
Homecoming is only two weeks away! On May 18th, we will celebrate 175 years of ministry as we come together for our annual Homecoming celebration. Worship will be at 11am, as usual, and lunch will be on the grounds. Bring a covered dish to share and feel free to come casual.
Miles for Meals Walk (Part II)
Thanks to all who participated in the Henry County Miles for Meals Walk last Saturday, May 3rd. Our members collected over $2,500 for Meals on Wheels in memory of Ms. Frances Wilkerson. We recieved second place in the "Most Walkers" category and third place in the "Most Money Raised Category." In all, the event raised over $75,000 to aid in providing regular meals to various shut-ins in Henry County.
An Author in Our Midst
We have an author in our midst. Ms. Beverly Wittler, the Lay Leader of Mt. Bethel, has announced the publication of her book, The Second Beginning. It's available at Barnes and Noble online and can be found by clicking here. Next time you're looking for something to read, pick this one up. It's sure to please.
Thursday, April 24, 2008
General Conference 2008
General Conference 2008 began yesterday, April 23rd in Fort Worth, Texas. You can get updates of what legislation has been discussed and passed and you can watch live streaming HERE.
General Conference is the overall legislative and policy making body of the United Methodist Church. It convenes every four years, or each quadrennium, for two weeks.
General Conference is the overall legislative and policy making body of the United Methodist Church. It convenes every four years, or each quadrennium, for two weeks.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Evangelism - Outreach Meeting
The Evangelism-Outreach Committee will be meeting at 7pm on Tuesday, April 29 at the church. Anyone with interest in future outreach ministries is encouraged to attend.
Miles for Meals
The Miles for Meals Walk is Saturday, May 3rd. This fundraising walk will benefit the Meals on Wheels program for Henry County and the funds raised by MBUMC will be dedicated in memory of Frances Wilkerson, a long time member of MBUMC and supporter of Meals on Wheels. The walk begins at 10am at Heritage Park Events Center in McDonough and a "sag wagon" will be provided for those who are unable to walk.
Contact the church office for more information on registering.
Contact the church office for more information on registering.
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Holy Week at Mt. Bethel
Don't miss our Holy Week Programs at Mt. Bethel!
Sunday, March 16th
Sunday, March 16th
- 11:00 am - Palm Sunday Worship
- 4:30 pm - Children's Easter Egg Hunt
Thursday, March 20th
- 7:00 pm - Maundy Thursday Worship Service
Easter Sunday, March 23rd
- 7:30 am - Easter Sunrise Service (outdoors, weather permitting)
- 8:00 am - Community Breakfast provided by the Mt. Bethel United Methodist Men
- 9:45 am - Sunday School
- 11:00 am - Traditional Worship
Sunday, March 9, 2008
Information about this blog
For those just tuning in, this is a blog that will keep you up to date on the latest announcements for Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church in McDonough, Georgia. For information on our worship services, staff, and regular program information, check out our website at www.gbgm-umc.org/mt-bethel.
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