Bethlehem News - April 5, 2024
Click below to read updates from various ministries at Bethlehem United Methodist Church
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We are worshipping in person together this Sunday at 9:00 a.m. before we leave the church to serve others in the community as part of Church Has Left the Building.
This week's worship service will be live streamed and recorded on our church website and on Facebook. Currently the worship bulletin is available on the website then by clicking on News tab, then Bulletin and Announcements tab.
The 2024 flower sign-up sheets are in the Church Office. Arrangements are $50.00 each and can be taken home after the end of the 10:45 worship service. Flowers can also be reserved using this Sign-Up Genius link (www.Bethlehemumc.com/flowers) and select the Sunday/Sundays you want or you may contact Dana Smyth 615-794-6721.
You may give online by going to the church website. If you have any questions about this process, please contact Ron Whitler.
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Please contact April Jackson, Director of Children's Ministries (ajackson@bethlehemumc.com) for more info on any of these children's activities:
Cedar Crest Open House
Join Cedar Crest for their 2024 Summer Camp Open House on April 14! All are welcome to stop by from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. for a camp tour, a chance to meet the staff, and the opportunity to ride the zip line. Come and see what a summer at Cedar Crest is all about! Use this link to register for the Open House: https://ow.ly/MGen50R3nGH
Vacation Bible School
Scuba VBS Kids' Camp 2024 will be limited in size to ensure the safety of all. So, don't wait to register your kids and join us June 10 - 14 from 9:00 a.m. to noon each day. Youth (entering 7th grade and older) and adults are encouraged to register as volunteers. Let's make sure that all kids are able to attend by having a great turnout of volunteers! Here's the link you've been waiting for! http://www.bethlehemumc.com/vbs
Children’s Church
Please make sure that you use the Sign Up sheets in the Narthex to register your children. If possible, please sign them in before the service begins. Children's church is offered during each service.
Worship Bags
Worship bags are on the hooks in the hallway across from Pastor Craig’s office. Keep us in mind if you get tired of your Rubik's cubes or other quiet gadgets and want to donate new or lightly used items.
Nursery Available
Nursery is available for children 3 and under, on Sunday mornings from 8:10 a.m. through the end of the 10:45 service.
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Please contact Alison Bocking (abocking@bethlehemumc.com) for more info on any of these youth activities:
Friends and guests between 6th and 12th grade are always welcome at all of our youth events!
Dear Parents and Youth,
Happy Easter! We made the long way through Lent; some of us journeyed through the liturgical marathon that is Holy Week, and now we dwell in the hope and joy of the resurrection. This Sunday we will shine the light of Easter as we move outside our church walls to serve our neighbors. I hope you and your family will join us for Church Has Left the Building! You can learn about the various ministry sites and sign-up here. Every piece of trash picked up, every cookie baked, every weed pulled, every jump rope created, every donation sorted, is an act of hope and joy. All parts of Christ’s Body working together to shine the light of Christ in our community.
Youth group will resume on Sunday night at 5:00 p.m. We’re going to head to Nashville Pizza Co. to break bread together and discuss living as Easter people. Please meet at the church at 5:00 p.m. and we will be back at 7:00 p.m. Next Sunday, we’re going bowling at Franklin Lanes. Watch for the RSVP coming next week.
This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad!
As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Peace,
Alison Bocking+
Director of Youth Ministries
Upcoming Events:
• April 7 – Church Has Left the Building – ONE Worship service at 9:00 a.m., Youth Group: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
• April 14 – Sunday School: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Youth Group: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
• April 21 – Sunday School: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Youth Group Outing to Franklin Lanes: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
• April 28 – Sunday School: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Youth Group: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Super Important Links:
Youth Calendar
Click here to view and subscribe to our new and improved Google Youth Calendar!
iPhone Users: Click here to subscribe to our Youth Calendar
GroupMe
Click here to join the Youth Parent's group chat on the GroupMe app.
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Monthly Mission
The next monthly mission will be April 14 (NEXT SUNDAY) when we will collect pasta and pasta sauce. Please plan to bring your beans and rice to the altar during the singing of the first hymn/song to share with those less fortunate. All items collected will be given to Feed America First.
Meals on Wheels
Meals on Wheels has experienced an increased demand for persons needing meals. If you can spare a couple of hours once a month to help deliver meals, please contact Brenda Wilhoite (615-473-5217) for more info.
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Issues of the March/April Upper Room are now available in the black mailbox just outside the Sanctuary doors. Contact Dana Smyth if you have questions or need more info.
If you’re moving through a particularly difficult place in life perhaps a Stephen Minister could help. We currently have Stephen Ministers available to help you through a difficult journey. Please email Pastor Craig Goff or Pat Smith or call them at 615-794-6721.
If you have surgery planned or are ever in the hospital unexpectedly, please let the church know. You can email Dana Smyth or call the church office (615-794-6721). She will forward the information to the staff.