Bethlehem News - February 9, 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.
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 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 (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080A4CA4A72CA3FB6-45723586-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:
Bake and Burn – February 11
We have 8 signed up to bake empty tombs and burn palms this Sunday from 1:30-3, at Mrs. April’s house. It's not too late to let April know if your 3rd-5th grader is able to join us. The ashes created will be used during the Ash Wednesday service, 2/14 at 7:00 p.m. Please RSVP to April (ajackson@bethlehemumc.com) so that we have enough supplies.
February Sunday School
This Sunday, kids are invited to come ready to celebrate God's love! Let's wear our red and heart-covered clothes, as we celebrate the love of our Good Shepherd who searches for one little lost lamb, even though there are 99 waiting in safety. During the 9:30 hour, we'll see love in action as Jesus washes his followers' feet. We'll put a little action behind our own love and make cards for some of our sick and older Bethlehem friends. Please contact April (ajackson@bethlehemumc.com) if you have any questions or need more info.
Support Our Youth
The Youth have invited the whole church for their SOUPer bowl party in the Gym at noon on Sunday. Have some tasty soup for lunch and help support the Youth missions.
Parent’s Night Out
Parents' Night Out (PNO) – PJs, Pancakes, Painting, Games, & a Movie!!! - March 1 from 5:30 - 8:30 for all Bethlehem kids. Please be sure to RSVP by February 27. Kids will learn how to make their own pancakes, play games, paint, and watch a movie. Kids are invited to wear their pjs and bring a game from home that they'd like to play with BUMC friends. Please contact April (ajackson@bethlehemumc.com) to reserve your spot for this fun evening.
Vacation Bible School
This summer, we're diving deep below the surface to build a strong faith! VBS Kids' Camp is June 10 - 14 from 9:00 a.m. – noon. Join us for an amazing undersea adventure where we’ll experience the ever-flowing, never-ending love of God. At Scuba VBS, kids will be immersed in the Word as they make new friends, sing & dance, play games, explore, and play! For more info or if you have questions, please contact April Jackson (ajackson@bethlehemumc.com).
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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Dear Parents and Youth,
It’s almost here! Souper Bowl Cook-Off is just a few days away. Thank you to everyone who has signed up to bring something or volunteer to serve. We could still use two more dozen brownies and a few hands to help clean-up. Please use this link (https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4FA4A728A1F4C61-47607401-souper#/) to sign-up to bring something and volunteer. All proceeds will support Youth Missions and Outreach. Youth will receive credit in their account for their time.
All youth will meet in the gym on Sunday morning at 9:00 a.m. to help with prep for Souper Bowl Cook-Off. No Youth Group on Sunday night. Enjoy the Super Bowl with your friends and family. We will resume our normal schedule on February 18.
On Saturday, February 24, we will meet at 8:30 a.m. to travel to Belle Meade UMC as we jointly host a Sweet Potato Drop with Society of St. Andrew. The Society of St. Andrew brings people together to harvest and share healthy food, reduce food waste and build caring communities by offering nourishment to hungry neighbors. We will sort nearly 15,000 lbs. of sweet potatoes that will be sent out to community agencies for distribution. All youth, parents, siblings, friends are invited to attend. Registration will open next week.
“Bread of life, bread of Heaven.
Give us this day, our daily bread.
Feed those, who are hungry.”
- Bread for the World
As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Peace,
Alison Bocking+
Director of Youth Ministries
Important Dates and Reminders
This Month:
• February 11 - Souper Bowl Soup Cook-Off (immediately after 10:45 worship service in the gym)
• February 14 - Ash Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m.
• February 18 – Sunday School 9:30-10:30 a.m., Youth Group: 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
• February 24 – 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Sweet Potato Drop at Belle Meade UMC
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 February 11 (THIS SUNDAY) when we will collect peanut butter and jelly. Please plan to bring your PB&J 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 January/February Upper Room are now available in the Narthex and 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.