Bethlehem News - August 16, 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 8:15 and 10:45 a.m. Sunday School will be at 9:30 for all ages.
This week's worship services 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 the All Media tab, then the Media tab and then the 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.
We are continuing on a trip full of danger, drama . . . games and fun! Each Sunday of August, your kids are invited to join us as we journey to ancient Athens with Paul on his mission to share the truth. Our adventure will start at 9:30 in the Old Sanctuary. Kids will have time to help pack school supplies, hear what happened to Paul and his friends, play Olympic-style games, learn a little about ancient culture, and even try their hands at making pottery and aqueducts (hot wheel track style).
During Children's Church, we will also be learning about Paul's experiences, using different activities.
Between now and mid-November, we are collecting school supplies for Operation Christmas Child gift boxes. Bethlehem kids will be helping to assemble the supplies into school kits. Please bring any supplies except liquid glue.
Acolytes Needed for Sunday Worship
As we get ready for a new school year, we are also looking at the calendar for the new church year. Last year, we had a nearly full calendar with at least one of our Acolytes serving every Sunday! That is amazing! Let's start strong and fill up the month of August. Let April Jackson know when your Acolyte would like to serve!
Third Graders Bible – September 15
Sunday, September 15 - Bible Lunch and Learn for 3rd Graders - RSVP to April Jackson by September 8.
Trunk ‘R Treat – October 26
Mark your calendars and invite friends for Trunk 'R Treat, Saturday, October 26! - Come enjoy food, crafts, games, time with friends, and Bounces in the Gym from 4:26-6:26. Trunks open at 6:30.
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,
Have you registered for BUMC Youth Ministry? We are asking every family to register your child so we have up to date information for our directory as well as medical information should we need it. Click on this link (https://form.jotform.com/abocks/youth-ministry-registration--medica) to register your child. Please register one child per form.
Our fall schedule kicks off on Sunday! Sunday school continues on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. We start in the Banquet Hall kitchen with conversation and warm cinnamon rolls. After our start-up, we move into our lesson and discussion time. We will be continuing our study on The Beatitudes through October.
BUMC Youth Group meets on Sunday nights from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. The structure of weekly youth group will include the following: a shared meal together (please bring $5 to contribute to dinner), fun games and activities, a faith-based talk, video or presentation, group discussion and prayer/worship. We are kicking off the semester with a series on The Enneagram. Together, we will discover our Enneagram type and gain valuable insights into our relationships, faith, community, and more.
In addition to our weekly activities, we will also have special events, service projects and retreats to add to the mix. Stay tuned for our fall calendar coming soon!
‘“The Lord bless you
and keep you;
the Lord make his face shine on you
and be gracious to you;
the Lord turn his face toward you
and give you peace.” -UMYF Benediction
I look forward to this upcoming year and all that God has in store for us! As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Peace,
Alison Bocking+
Director of Youth Ministries
Upcoming Events:
Looking ahead:
• August 18– Sunday School: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Youth Group, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
• August 25– Sunday School: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m., Youth Group, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
• September 1– One worship service at 9:30 a.m., Sunday School: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., NO Youth Group (Labor Day Weekend)
• September 8 – 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.
Click here to pick a Calendly date
Do you have a soccer game, orchestra performance, community play you'd like Alison to attend? Or maybe a family game night? Dinner outing? Parent chat over coffee? Please sign up for a date and time. If the time exceeds one hour, please select an additional block of time.
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Monthly Mission
The next monthly mission will be September 8, when we will collect rice and beans. Please plan to bring your rice and beans 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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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 Pat Smith or call her 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.