Bethlehem has a group of Prayer Warriors that meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 2:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. If you have a prayer request you would like this group to lift in prayer, please contact either Betty Swilley (swilleyb@bellsouth.net) or Pat Smith (psmith@bethlehemumc.com). Everyone is invited on Tuesday, March 3.

Lenten Small Groups

All studies will be held in Conference Room 2 (above the Banquet Hall). Sign-up sheets are in the Narthex or by using this link: http://www.bethlehemumc.com/lent2026

· Exploring the United Methodist Social Principles, Living Faith in Community — Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. led by Rev. Terry Carty until March 26

· Prayer and Listening — Sundays at 5:00 p.m. led by Rev. Dr. Mary Beth Bernheisel until March 29

· Lunch & Lectio Divina — Imago Dei, a Bible study on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion — Wednesdays at Noon led by Alison Bocking until April 1

Flower Info for 2026 Worship Services

Always in Bloom, our florist for many years, is going out of business and is no longer able to provide flowers for our worship services. If you would like to donate an arrangement (or arrangements) for worship services, please let Dana Smyth (dsmyth@bethlehemumc.com) know the date that you will be providing flowers.

Monthly Mission — March 8

Next Sunday, we will collect peanut butter and jelly for our Monthly Mission. All items collected will be given to Feed America First.

Blood Drive — March 16 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Bethlehem will host a blood drive on Monday, March 16 from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the gym. Sign-up sheets are on a table in the Narthex or by using the QR Code on the table with the sign-up sheets.

We Are Getting Ready for Easter!

There are a lot of plastic eggs in the Narthex. Please take some, fill with candy, stickers, Bible verses, etc. Turn them in to the main office or to April Jackson by April 2.

Room in the Inn Needs You

Bethlehem welcomes 10 men experiencing homelessness every Saturday night from November through March. Please sign up to help. For the next date 3/14/26, we need 1 Saturday night driver. You only have 3 more opportunities to enjoy this ministry. Please contact Mike Loring (mloring@live.com or 615-596-0985) with any questions. If you are interested in participating in this ministry, sign-up sheets are in the Narthex and Gathering Space or by using this Sign-Up Genius link http://www.bethlehemumc.com/riti

Room in the Inn Overnight Host Info

This mission opportunity is for men only. It is like a camp out in the gym. You eat dinner, talk, watch TV, play on your phone or computer then go to sleep. We have Wi-Fi available. If this is your first time to sign up, have no worries, we will always pair you with a seasoned veteran. It is easy and safe.

Just a Few Bethlehem Ball Caps Left!

Our Youth Ministry is selling ball caps for $20 and we have just 7 left! Show off your Bethlehem pride in style and help our young people make a difference near and far. Whether you're running errands or grabbing coffee, wear your cap with pride and represent Bethlehem out in the community. Get yours from Alison or drop by the church office during the week to snag yours while supplies last!

Want to Keep Informed?

If you would like to receive communications from Bethlehem UMC, please send an email to Pat Smith (psmith@bethlehemumc.com) asking her to add your name to the email list.

Worship Help Needed

Each week we need several people to help lead our worship services by being Greeters/Ushers or Liturgists. Each month, we also need 4 communion servers. Please use this Sign-Up Genius link: www.bethlehemumc.com/worshiphelp or contact Dana Smyth (dsmyth@bethlehemumc.com or 615-794-6721) if you can help, have questions or need more info.

Safety & Security Measures

In an effort to provide safety for the church staff, preschool and Chesterton Academy of the Incarnation, all exterior doors will be locked during the week. If you arrive at church and the door by the Sanctuary is locked, please ring the doorbell or call the church (615-794-6721) for assistance.

Save the Date for These Important Events

March 1 – Communion Offering – Church Has Left the Building

March 8 — Daylight Savings Time Begins

March 8 — Monthly Mission — Peanut Butter and Jelly

March 29 — Palm Sunday

March 29 — Easter Walk

April 2 — Maundy Thursday Service at 7:00 p.m.

April 3 — Good Friday Service at 7:00 p.m.

April 4 — Easter Egg Hunt and Activities at 10:00 a.m.

April 5 — Easter Sunday

April 6 — Church Closed for Easter Holiday

April 12 — Church Has Left the Building

April 12 — Monthly Mission — Tuna and Canned Meat

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