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Activities to Get Excited About!

They’re Coming!

The Month of August

Campmeeting in the City – Each Sunday
Singing the ‘ole” hymns
Hearing great anthems, music, soul-searching sermons.
Lemonade on the Lawn on August 8th and 29th

First Sunday in August (1st)
Campmeeting – Joseph McBrayer will be preaching. Joseph is the Director of the Wesley Foundation (for our students) at Emory University. You will not want to miss this dynamic young man’s sermon.
Back Pack Sunday – August 8th
Each one bring their backpack to be blessed at the altar. We’ll pray for our teachers too. (This is not just for the children!)
Bringing It all Home – August 8th
Judy Rushing, Missionary, comes to speak to us in the 6:30pm service. Lively music and hearing what God can do across the world.
Homecoming 2010 – August 15th – 10:45am
The Reverend David Walters will be preaching, great music, dinner on these holy grounds. You don’t want to miss this one!
Rally Day/Teacher Appreciation Sunday/Bible Camp Kick Off Sunday – August 22nd
This is the day we celebrate our Sunday School, teachers and workers. Sunday School is so important to our lives and our children. Come and celebrate with us.

Wednesday Night Programs Start Back
August 4th – Hawaiian Luau
August 11th – All programs start back – Bible Study etc., every Wednesday evening
August 18th – Children’s Wednesday Night Choir starts back
August 25th – Last Wednesday night in August – Campmeeting!

These are just some of the activities and worship services coming that we can get excited about! Come join us!
John

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Youth: Youth Initiation Is Only 10 Days Away!

Jul 29

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Please RSVP whether you are new to the youth group or not by WEDNESDAY, August 4!!!!  We need to know if you’re coming so we can get the right amount of messy games stuff and food.   RSVP to 678-559-6362 or  scottyscoggins {at} bethesdaunited(.)org.

Join us for a day of messy games, swimming, eating, and just good ‘ol fun as we welcome you to the Bethesda Youth Group!   There’s no cost to you.  Just bring a bathing suit, towel, clothes you don’t mind getting dirty, and a change of clothes.  We’ll meet at the church and travel to the Bertram’s lake house together.  Whether you’re a 6th grader or just started attending youth, you’ll want to be there.

We’ll meet in the church parking lot at 9:00am and return to the church at 9:00pm.

LYL, scotty

Terrific Tuesday — Swimming at Rhodes Jordan Park!

Jul 29

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Tuesday, August 3rd, we’ll be swimming at Rhodes Jordan Park for our Back to School Party!! We’ll meet at the church at 1 p.m., and you can pick your child up at 4:30 p.m. Eat lunch before you come; bring a snack and a drink with you. Don’t forget a towel and sunscreen! Please R.S.V.P. to Katie so we can make sure we have enough room in the vans. (We need chaperones to go, too!)

Special Speaker this Sunday at 8:45 and 11:00am

Jul 28

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Joseph McBrayer will be preaching this Sunday,  Joseph is the Director of the Emory Wesley Fellowship, the United Methodist Campus Ministry at Emory University, and is staff with Glenn Memorial UMC as the Minister with Young Adults. Josephp andhis wife, Frances have been a part of the Glenn/Emory community for the past five years and live in Decatur, Ga.

Joseph is in the process of becoming a United Methodist Minister and has received a Master of Divinity at Candler School of Theology at Emory University.  Joseph holds a degree in Forestry from Auburn University and enjoys hiking/camping, soccer, frisbee, bike riding, Macintosh computers, photography, asking questions, playing guitar, and learning new things.

We hope that you will make a special effort to be here this Sunday to hear Joseph.  His Scripture is
Colossians 3:1-11 and the sermon title is  “Being Renewed in the Image Of God.”   Joseph will also be ministering in song.

Exciting Sunday School Program Kick-Off

Jul 27

Posted by Athel in Adult Sunday School, Children's Sunday School, News, Youth Sunday School | Click here to add comments

On August 15 we will have Sunday School Registration in the Chapel for everyone (babies, children, youth, young adults, adults).  We will have Donuts, Coffee and Juice during the Sunday School hour 9:45am – 10:45am that day. We hope that you take this time to visit and get acquainted with those you do not know.  There will not be regular Sunday School this day.

We would like to remind everyone (especially those teaching) that Sunday School is 9:45 – 10:45 each week.  It is very important that you dismiss your class promptly at 10:45am so that everyone has a chance to get to the 11 o’clock service on time.  Parents, please note this change:  Beginning August 22nd all of the children will go to the Chapel at 10:30am for a short dismissal program so you will pick up your child at 10:45am from the chapel instead of their classrooms.

The Children’s Sunday School Class will be on the order of Vacation Bible School but it will be called Staycation.  We are sure that this will be new and exciting for your children, so please make every effort to have them at Sunday School every week.  We guarantee you they will love this new program!

Thank you for your continued support to Bethesda UMC Sunday School

Theresa Bullock

Chairperson, Education

Congratulations to Catherine and Jason Martin on the birth of their daughter

Jul 27

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Jason and Catherine Martin have a new baby daughter!!!!!   She is Ella Catherine Martin. She was born Monday, August 26, @ 7:05.  She weighs 8 lbs. and 11 oz.  She is 21 inches long.  Of course,  she is absolutely gorgeous!  Congratulations to the big brothers, Preston and Harrison and to the proud grandparents  Carole and Felix Martin.  A symbolic rose will be placed on the altar Sunday in honor of Ella.

This Week at Bethesda

Jul 25

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Pastor John and Mary Elizabeth will be on vacation until August 7th.  They will be traveling to Texas to see their son and daughter-in-law who live out there.  Please keep them in your prayers for traveling safety.  If you have an  do not hesitate to call Athel on her cell 404-452-5392 or our Lay Leader, Carroll Waters at 770-921-2360.  Joseph McBrayer (see website for full bio) will be preaching on August 1st.  Pastor John will be back in the pulpit on August 8th.

Katie, Adam and Nolen are also on vacation this week, so pray for their traveling safety as well.

PLEASE NOTE – Sunday, August 15th is our Annual Home Coming and our guest speaker is going to be Rev. David Walters (one of our former Youth Directors).  The Laymen Quartet and the Chancel Choir will be ministering in song.  There will be a covered dish lunch immediately following the service.  PLEASE NOTE we will only have one am worship service and it will begin at 10:45am sharp!  So please note this on your calendar and we ask that all Sunday School Teachers, please dismiss your classes early so that we can begin the service on time.  We look forward to a FANTASTIC Home Coming!

For a full schedule of events in August, please check the calendar on our website.

This week at Bethesda

Monday – 6:30pm – Ladies Prayer Group

Wednesday – 6:30pm – Chancel Choir/Youth

8:00pm – Handbell Choir

Thursday – 7:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study

Saturday – 9:00am – Praise Practice

Sunday – 8:45am & 11:00am – Joseph McBrayer preaching

9:45am – Sunday School

4:30pm – Youth

6:00pm – Coffee House

6:30pm – Contemporary Praise Service

Wednesday Night Adult Bible Study

Jul 22

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We invite you to join our Wednesday Night Adult Bible Study which  begins on August 11th at 6:30pm in the back of the fellowship hall.  Our Lay Leader, Carroll Waters will be leading the first three sessions of this Study while at the same time Pastor John will be leading a New Member Class.

Kayse Harshaw Wins 2010 Cleff Mays Award

Jul 22

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Kayse Harshaw and Cleff Mays, two of our talented musicians

At the June 27, 2010 11:00 AM Sunday service, Kayse Harshaw, our talented pianist, was named the recipient of the Cleff Mays Award.  The Cleff Mays Award recognizes outstanding musicianship in Bethesda United Methodist Church and is named in honor of Cleff Mays, our beloved organist.  Congratulations, Kayse!

Pictures of Bethesda’s Best Trip to Salem Campmeeting

Jul 20

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Here are some pictures for you to enjoy of the group who went to Salem Camp Meeting last week.

Children’s Fall Retreat

Jul 19

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Mark your calendars! The children’s Fall Retreat will be at Camp Glisson the weekend of September 24th-26th for children grades K-5. The cost is $95.00 per child. See Katie Atcheson if you would like for your child to go or if you are interested in sponsoring a child to go. It will be a blast

Pastor John’s Sermon for July 25th

Jul 19

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The scripture for Sunday’s Sermon is John 14:1-6

Sermon Title:  The Only Cure for Heart Trouble

Sunday night in the 6:30 Praise Service, Pastor John will be speaking and we will have a baby baptism.

EVERYONE is invited.  Hope to see you there.

Trip to Camp Meeting

Jul 19

Posted by Athel in Bethesda's Best, News | Click here to add comments

What a wonderful Thursday we had at the Conyers Camp Meeting.  The music was uplifting, the sermon was soul searching and the down-home cooking was deliciously life-sustaining.  We enjoyed the fellowship as we traveled to and from the meeting.  Eighteen adults and 2 children attended.  Hope more of you can join us on our next adventure.

Brenda and Shirley

This Week at Bethesda

Jul 19

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Ministries and Fellowship Opportunities this week     

Monday – 6:30pm – Ladies Prayer Group

Tuesday - 7:00 – 7:00 – Election

 5:30pm – Terrific Tuesday – Movie Night

Wednesday –6:30pm – Youth, Chancel Choir

8:00pm – Handbell Choir

Thursday –7:00pm – Young Adult Bible Study

Friday - Youth leave for Retreat

Saturday – 9:00am – Praise Band Practice

Sunday 8:45am – Contemporary Service         

9:45am – Sunday School   

11:00am – Traditional Service                                                                                                               

4:30pm – Youth

6:00pm – Coffee House

6:30pm – Contemporary Praise Service

 Pastor John is preaching – Everyone welcome

Backpack Sunday!

Jul 18

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 Sunday, August 8th, is Backpack Sunday!! Kids and Youth, bring your bookbags to church that day, and during the worship services, we’ll pray over them and you as you prepare to start the upcoming school year. You’ll get a special tag to keep on your bookbag all year long! Come and join us for this special day!

 

Staycation Bible School!

Jul 18

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If you enjoyed Vacation Bible School, you will love our new Staycation Bible School! It’s called GALACTIC BLAST, and our BLAST OFF is Sunday, August 22 at 9:45 a.m.!! We will have a great celebration with a Bounce House for jumping fun and snacks for everyone!The journey will continue the following Sunday August 29th at 9:45 a.m.! Each Sunday we will enjoy: Bible Story Telling, Drama, Music, Crafts, Snacks… and More!! Join us each Sunday at 9:45 a.m.

Sunday School Registration!

Jul 18

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Sunday School Registration Sunday is for EVERYONE — Children, Youth, and Adults! We will all be registering for Sunday School for the upcoming school year! Join us on Sunday, August 15th in the Fellowship Hall at 9:45 a.m. All who attend must come and register. See you there!

Terrific Tuesday — Movie Night!

Jul 18

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This Tuesday, July 20th, we’ll be having a MOVIE NIGHT!! Wear your PJs and bring a blanket if you would like. We’ll have popcorn and candy to share! It starts at 5:30 p.m., and we’ll be finished at 8:00 p.m. — we’ll be meeting down at the Pavilion! Come and join us!

Administrative Council

Jul 15

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There will be a meeting of the Administrative Council this Sunday, July 18th at 3:00pm – front of fellowship hall.  Please note that the Admin Council Meetings are open to ALL church members and you are welcome to attend.    However, members of this Committee are the only ones who actually have voting priviledges.  The current Admin Council Members are as follows:

1.  Chairperson-Judson Williams

2.  Vice-Chairperson-David Rothmeier

3.  Secretary-Lynn Moncrief

4.  Treasurer-Betty Griffin

5.  Lay Leader-Carroll Waters

6.  Lay Delegate- Wanda Davis

7.  Alternate Lay Delegate-Peggy Alford

8.  Trustees Chairperson-Wayne Davis

9.  Staff-Parish Relations-Ralph DeLoach

10. Finance Committee Chairperson-Bob Luth

11. Education Chairperson-Theresa Bullock 

12. Missions – Dawn Marsland

13. Evangelism Chairperson- Amy Light

14. Worship Chairperson-Joyce Goodbread

15. Contemporary Worship Chairperson

16. Joy Seekers/Prayer Ministry-Anita Johnson

17. Long-Range Planning - Carole and Felix Martin

Age Level Coordinators

18. Preschool – Carolyn Beaty

19. Children-Lynn Moncrief

20. Youth-Lani Skogen

21. Young Adult- Logan Brooks 

22. Adult- Carole Martin

23. Senior Adult co-chairperson-Brenda Falkler

24. Senior Adult co-chairperson-Shirley Tallent 

25. Family Ministry-Cammie Jane Anderson 

26. Webmaster/Technology-Kevin Murphy and Russell Neilson

27. United Methodist Women-Claudia Dickens

28. United Methodist Men-Randy Reynolds

29. Communications – Kevin Murphy 

30. Greeter/Usher – Ralph DeLoach

31.  Sports and Recreation – Matt Retter 

32.  Drama – Beverly Hombroek

 

Staff

33. Pastor- John Whatley 

34. Children’s Director – Katie Atcheson

35. Music Director – Brock Derringer 

36. Youth Director – Scotty Scoggins

37. Young Adult Director – Logan Brooks 

38. Contemporary Praise and Worship Leader – Logan Brooks

39. Preschool Director- Shelly Scoggins 

 

 Members at Large (Admin Council)

2010                                                                       2011                                                       2012

J. W. Benefield                                                  Bob Luth                                              Jeff White

Donna Kay Mitchell                                         Becky Thompson                             Ed Williams

Bobby Wages                                                    Jim Falkler                                           Kerri Harshaw

                                                                                 Amy Gibson                                        Bill Mauldin

Laser Show — Rain or Shine!

Jul 13

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We’re so excited about the Laser Show tonight!! We may see a tad bit of rain, but we’ll be going rain or shine! Still bring a sack dinner and a blanket — but you may want your raincoat, too! See you at 5 p.m.!

Stone Mountain Laser Show!

Jul 12

Posted by Katie in Bethesda's Best, Kids, New Members, Nursery, Our Family, Preschool, UMM, UMW, Young Adults, Youth | Click here to add comments

We’ll be heading to the Stone Mountain Laser Show!!! This is a family event, so please feel free to bring friends, brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles – you name it! We will caravan, or you can meet us there!  Bring a sack dinner and a blanket to sit on — we’ll have a picnic there! We’ll leave from the church at 5 p.m., and we’ll be back by 10:30 p.m. Please let Katie know if you plan to attend so we can make sure we have enough vans space and chaperones. Thank you!

 

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