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May 14, 2017

5th Sunday of Easter

WORSHIP │ INVITE │ NURTURE │ GROW │ SERVE

Bethlehem First UMC

Making Disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

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Welcome

Thank you for worshipping with us today. Our ushers and greeters are happy to help you find your way. You may also pick

up a map of the church in the Narthex, at the front entrance of the Sanctuary, or in the Stars Café near the church office,

just outside of the Worship Center.

If you are visiting with us for the first time today, we are glad you are here. Please complete one of our Connection Cards

and drop it in one of the boxes near the doors as you leave. As a first time guest, we invite you to take one of the small

books, “Three Simple Rules” by Rueben P. Job, located at the Welcome Center in the Narthex or on the table outside the

Worship Center, as a welcome gift to you.

Our purpose at Bethlehem First UMC is to "Make Disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world." We do this

by making Worship a priority. By offering an intentional Invitation to follow Jesus Christ. By making time to Nurture Godly

friendships. By committing to Grow in our faith. And striving to make a difference in the lives of others through Service.

We want every member of Bethlehem First UMC to earn their WINGS. To follow Christ faithfully and live their faith boldly

as together we transform our community through the love and grace of Jesus Christ. We would love for you to join us on

this journey of transformation.

Childcare

WonderLand childcare is available for newborns through age 4 during Sunday school and all Sunday morning worship

services. Newborn to Walking, Room 121 | Walking to Age 3, Room 110 | Age 3 & 4, Room 109.

For Your Convenience

Restrooms are located in the narthex (front lobby), the Commons Area, near Room #114, and next to the Stars Cafe.

Greeters with yellow lanyards are available to answer questions and help you find your way around.

Index Worship

8:30 Worship Service ...................................................................................... 3

9:30 Worship Service ...................................................................................... 4

11contemporary Worship Service .................................................................. 4

Sermon Notes .................................................................................................. 5

11:00 Traditional Worship Service ................................................................. 6

BFUMC Happenings

Bethlehem Happenings ...................................................................... 8

Prayer Concerns ................................................................................ 10

Week at a Glance .............................................................................. 11

Contact Information............................................................ Back Cover

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Prelude Susan Wages

Welcome and Opening Prayer Rev. Matt Parker

*Hymn Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing UMH 400

*Affirmation of Faith The Apostle’s Creed UMH 881

I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

Praise and Thanksgiving Rev. Parker

Prayer Concerns and The Lord’s Prayer Rev. Parker Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we

forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen.

Offering/Offertory Susan Wages

Message “God Helps Those Who Help Themselves” Rev. Parker Psalm 10:14,17-18 (pg. 387)

Sacrament of Holy Communion UMH 12 Rev. Parker We practice "open communion," welcoming all who love Christ, repent of their sin, and seek to

live in peace with one another. You do not need to be United Methodist or a member of Bethlehem First United Methodist Church to receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion.

All are invited to come to the Lord’s Table.

*Benediction Rev. Parker

Usher/Greeter: Shirley Alcorn

8:30 Holy Communion Service

A worship service that meets every Sunday

morning in the Chapel. This intimate service

offers hymns, prayer, a message, and Holy

Communion.

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We Gather We Worship 9:30 Band

Lord, Reign in Me I Need Thee

Welcome Rev. Matt Parker Special Music by Children Chris Rogers

I’ve Got the Joy He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands

“__________________________” | ____________________

WELCOME | We are glad you chose to worship with us today! Please enjoy some coffee and refreshments in the Stars Cafe before the service begins. During the service, you will have a chance to respond to the message using your Connection Card. Please complete the card and return it to us in the baskets at the rear of the Worship Center. For our first-time guests, we have a special gift available for you as you leave the Worship Center.

THAT’S MY JAM! | This summer, we are doing a series based on your favorite music...and we need your help! Share with us your favorite "jams." What was the music that influenced you as a teenager? What songs inspire you to sing at the top of your lungs when driving down the road? Let us know before May 21 (that’s next Sunday!) by sending us a message on Twitter, Facebook, or Instagram @11contemporary. Be sure to use the hashtag #MyJam, and we will use some of your favorites for our series.

WHAT’S NEXT? | We want to help you with the “next step” in your faith journey. At the end of the service, we will identify three easy steps for you. However, your next step may be something we have not identified because that step is different for everyone. Use your Connection Card or stop by our Guest Services Desk in the Stars Cafe and let us help you discover some practical “next steps” just for you. Discover more online at www.bethlehemfirstumc.com/next.

#SUNDAYSONGS | Music for today’s gathering: “This is Amazing Grace,” “One Thing Remains,” “The Lord Our God,” “Spring of Life,” and “How Great is Our God.”

Matt Parker @revmattparker

“God Helps Those Who Help Themselves” | Psalm 10:14, 17-18

We Give Rev. Parker If I Could Hear My Mother Pray Again

We Hear Rev. Parker

“God Helps Those Who Help Themselves” Psalm 10:14, 17-18

We Respond & Go 9:30 Band

Shall We Gather at the River

If any part of the service touched you this morning and you would like to pray with

someone, please see one of our Prayer Team members located in the back of the worship

center by the sound booth. Ushers/Greeters: Don & Beth Horacek Audio/Visual:

Becky Adcock, Al Mieger, Bruce Smith

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MORNING WORSHIP | SUNDAY, MAY 14, 2017 | 11:00 AM FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER | MOTHER’S DAY

CHORAL PRELUDE / BRINGING IN THE LIGHT Rhonda Hambright

CALL TO WORSHIP Stephen Smith In you, O God, every family on earth receives its name. Illumine our homes with the light of your love. We thank you for the many gifts of love we have received. From our mothers and those who have served as mothers in many ways, nourishing us and guiding us as we grow to be who we are. As we have been loved by them, so we are loved by you, O God. Join with us in this day of celebration as we rejoice in being loved. As you grant us peace in Christ Jesus our Lord, so we come to worship in His holy name.

INVOCATION Stephen Smith Dear God, we thank you for the love of our mothers and those who serve as mothers in so many ways. They nurture our spirits, cheer us and console us, reassure and encourage us in our daily walk. We are grateful for their love and for yours. We are ever thankful, too, O God, that like our mothers who nurture and guide us, you gather us as your children. You comfort and hold us in your warm embrace. When we are afraid your wings protect us and when we are hungry you feed us with the bread of life. We are grateful, O God, that your never ending love surrounds and supports us, in good times and in tough, in the midst of joy and pain, always and everywhere. You will never leave nor abandon us. God eternal and loving one, God with a mother’s heart, we give thanks and praise to you this day. Amen

*OPENING HYMN Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above UMH 126

*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The Apostle’s Creed UMH 881 I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord: who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

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*GLORIA PATRI Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost;

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.

GREETING Ben Wilcox PRAYER CONCERNS/LORD’S PRAYER Ben Wilcox

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen.

*OFFERTORY HYMN ‘Now Thank We All Our God UMH 102

*OFFERTORY PRAYER Ben Wilcox

*OFFERTORY ANTHEM Praise His Holy Name Chancel Choir

*DOXOLOGY UMH 95 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise him, all creatures here below;

praise him above, ye heavenly hosts; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

SCRIPTURE READING John 2:1-11 (pg. 751) Stephen Smith

MESSAGE “Mama Knows Best“ Ben Wilcox

*HYMN OF INVITATION & DEDICATION UMH 672 God Be With You Till We Meet Again

*BENEDICTION Ben Wilcox

Hearing Assistance is available for this morning’s worship service. Please ask one of the greeters or ushers for a receiver and they will be happy to assist you.

Today’s entire worship service is available online at www.bethlehemfirstumc.com/online

Acolytes Henley Bellville Moore, Quinn Bellville Moore Greeters Lenell Carr, Nadine Goodman, Larry Laske, Malcolm Mercer, Susan

Mercer, Pam Shaw, Terry Shaw Ushers David Austin, Charles Bell, David Brown, Coach Connerley, Marvin

Keech, Dick Morris, Jarratt Pryor, Rick Weiman

ALTAR PRAYER │ The altar is open for prayer before, during, and after the

service. A pastor is available, should you want someone to pray with you.

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COFFEE WITH THE PASTORS | MAY 21 Are you interested in exploring membership at Bethlehem First UMC? Join us for Coffee with Pastors next Sunday, May 21, at 5:00 p.m., to learn more about what membership looks like at Bethlehem First and discover if this is the next step for you. During your time with the pastors, you will learn about the history and theology of our church, expectations of members, and have a chance to ask questions about the church. A cup of coffee does not obligate you to membership. If you would like to attend, please RSVP using your Connection Card, online, or speak with one of the pastors before you leave today. Matt Parker | 770-867-3727 | www.bethlehemfirstumc.com/coffee

REGISTRATION FOR VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL | JUNE 4-8 Our 2017 Vacation Bible School is right around the corner, and registration is now open at http://2017.cokesburyvbs.com/bethlehemfirstumc. Vacation Bible School is a week long program that is fun and introduces kids to the characters and stories of the Bible. This year’s theme is “Superheroes” as we explore the heroes of our faith. Cost is $5 (maximum of $20/family). Ben Wilcox │ 770-867-3727 │ ben.wilcox@bethlehemfirstumc.com.

ONE WORSHIP SERVICE AND LUNCH ON THE LAWN| MAY 28 We will have one worship service on Sunday, May 28, at 10:30 AM in the Sanctuary. Following the service, everyone is invited to join us for a Lunch on the Lawn. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. We will have music, games, and more as we kick off summer together.

MEMORIAL DAY REMEMBRANCE | MAY 28 Each year, we remember family members who paid for our freedom with their lives. This year we will remember them on Sunday, May 28th. Do you have a family member who died while serving our country? If so, please contact our church office with their name, relation to you, rank/position, branch of military, and the war in which they fought. Karen Whitehead │ 770-867-3727 │ karen.whitehead@bethlehemfirstumc.com.

NOMINATIONS FOR 2018 LAY LEADERSHIP Are you interested in serving in leadership at Bethlehem First United Methodist Church for 2018? During the month of May, we are receiving nominations for leaders for Staff-Parish Relations Committee (Human Resources), Finance, and Trustees (Buildings and Grounds). We are also looking for individuals to serve on our different ministry teams: Worship, Invite (Community Outreach and Faith Sharing), Nurture (Congregational Fellowship, Prayer, and Support), Grow 1 (Children), Grow 2 (Youth), Grow 3 (Adults), and Serve (Missons). If you or someone you know would be interested in serving in one of these areas, please let us know by Wednesday, May 31. PLEASE NOTE: Nomination to a leadership position does not guarantee a position. The Committee on Lay Leadership will meet to review all nominations in June. Frank Bernat │ 770-867-3727 │ frank.bernat@bethlehemfirstumc.com.

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Ways you can give to BFUMC: Offering plate during worship services │Mail in check or drop

off at the reception desk.│On-line giving via the church website, www.bethlehemfirstumc.com/giving │Electronic payments from your banking institution │Wills and Trusts.

COLLECTION FOR COME ALIVE MINISTRIES │ MONTH OF MAY The Lois Phillips Circle of United Methodist Women is collecting items for Come Alive Ministries, a pregnancy care center offering help and hope to women facing an unplanned pregnancy in the Barrow County area. Donation items include baby Items (diapers, wipes, shampoo, soap, lotion, oil, diaper ointment, comb and brush sets, pacifiers, bottles, receiving blankets, neutral colored sleepers, socks, washcloths, etc.); items for new mothers (health and beauty aids); and gift items (candles, picture frames, stationery, pens, journals, etc.) Collection bins are located in the Stars Café and Commons Area.

SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM │ STARTS MAY 22 Once again, we will deliver lunches prepared by Apalachee High School to the Bethlehem Mobile Home Park, Monday through Friday, beginning May 22 through June 30. Volunteering is as easy as meeting at the church at 11:30, driving over to Apalachee high school to pick up lunches, deliver them to the children at the Mobile Home Park, and return to the church. Anyone can do it! Please sign up today in the Star's Café. We will have training on Wednesday, May 17, at 6:30 p.m. to go over all the details of the program. Please contact the church office for more information or to sign up to deliver. Gretchen Hill│770-867-3727 │gretchen.hill@bethlehemfirstumc.com

VBS VOLUNTEERS │ SUNDAY, JUNE 4 - THURSDAY, JUNE 8, 2017 Volunteers make a successful VBS and are critical not only to the VBS event, but are also tremendously important in the life of the children that come to VBS. A volunteer might be the only personthat ever talks to the child about God, Jesus, or the Bible. Sign up today to help. 2017.cokesburyvbs.com/bethlehemfirstumc

WINDER FOOD PANTRY DISTRIBUTION | MONTH OF JUNE During the month of June, Bethlehem First UMC will be providing volunteers to at the Winder Food Pantry. The Food Pantry is open Monday - Friday from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. We need to provide two volunteers each day to help with food distribution. For more information or to sign up, please stop by the front desk in the Star's Cafe or contact Gretchen Hill at 770-867-3727 or gretchen.hill@bethlehemfirstumc.com.

OUR FAITHFULNESS | MAY 7, 2017 Attendance

Sunday School .................................................... 74 9:30 Children ..................................................... 49

On-Line Worship ................................................ 59

Nursery ............................................................... 37

8:30 Worship ..................................................... 16

9:30 Worship ................................................... 103

11:00 Children ................................................... 47

11contemporary Worship ................................. 68

11:00 Traditional ............................................ 185

Total Sunday Worship .................................... 436

Operating Budget —May MTD Actual YTD Actual Gifts and Other Receipts $ 20,695.83 $ 350,778.28

Disbursements $ - $ (313,081.24)

Receipts Over/(Under) Disbursement $ 20,695.83 $ 37,697.04

YTD Projected Budget Goal

Budget goal for May is: $ 447,052.46

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Our sympathy to Nancy Fowler and family on the death of her husband, Shelton Fowler, who passed away on Thursday, May 4, and to Gretchen Hill and family on

the death of her mother, Elaine Lieske, who passed away on Sunday, May 7.

A prayer shawl is available for each family.

Alberts, Karen Allen, Herman Beckinger, Linda Campbell, Wyatt Carter, Pam Frist Clark, Jordan Doolittle Family Frost, Donna Gainers, Drew Gossett, Austin, Jamie Griffith, Toni Holdaway, Andrew Kessler, Wally Laske, larry Macenczak, Adam & Hollie McKinley, Alex Nelson, Andrew & Sheryl Odum, Jane Parham, Audrea & Barry Pardue, Bill Parr, Virginia & Family Pugh, Ruth & Lamar Rampley, Beth, Connor Shared Journey S.S. Class Spears, Jimmy & Marci On-Going Abbett, Ann, Suda, and Supi Adams, Katie Allen, Herman & Hazel Allen, Richard Andrews Family Barnwell, Vance Beaird, Dianne Bennett, Diana Black, Colin Boyd, Evelyn Boyd, Phil

Brannon, Elizabeth Bretz, Sandy & Dale Brown Family Buchanan, Gail Bullock, Annie and Janie Bullock, Beverly Carrier, Rhonda, Curley Cash Family Clark, Dr. Brian Collins, Charlene “Sally” Eckels, Michael Family of Firman, Michelle Flanigan Family Fowler, Sue Furlow Family Gatz, Jermey & Family Geren, Allie Godina, Megan Gorsuch, Shelly & Lyn Graham, Ernie Harris, Harriet Harrison Family Haupert-John, Bishop Sue Helms, Nicole Howard, Esther Brown Ingram, Leanne Monk Jackson, Marie Jenkins Family Jung, Linda Houck Lawrence, Michael Levesque, Evajol & Dave Family of Lieske, Elaine Lockridge, Larry Loyz, Ignacious Luciano, Kim McCauslan, Harriet McDaniel, Helen McElroy, Keith Monk, Leanne Ingram Moore, Martha Moore, Shirley

Nash Family Nistal Family Padovano, Amanda Parist, Debbie Partee, Mary Nell Peace, John Pitts, Louise Powell, David, Genie, & Jonny Phillips, Suzanne & Chris & Family Price, Charles, Karen & Family Pruett, Frances & Leeon Reynolds, Robert Jr. Riggs, Michelle, Amanda, & Libby Ritch, Doug Roberts, Judy & Family Rooks, Dwayne Ross, Glen Schaefer, Tim & Tammy Schulz, Dawn Sigman, Angel, Wade, Dezi, Mason Smith, Dee Smith, Hazel Speed, Andrew Spratlin, Tom & June Stafford, Tracy Stephens, Joyce Stockwell, Judy Stokes, Virginia Thompson, Rachel Thompson, Mary Willie Thompson, Wayne Thornton, Emily Vinas Family Watts, Eli Whetstone, Dr. Gary Wiley, Javid & Layden Wilson, Gary Jr. (Bubba) Wommack, Rebecca Young, Ava Men & women who serve our country

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Week at a Glance

Worship Every Sunday Morning

8:30 Communion, Chapel │ 9:30 Contemporary, Worship Center │ 11contemporary, Worship Center 11:00 Traditional, Sanctuary

9:30 AM Sunday Morning Grow Groups

Adult - Friendship, 123 │ JOY (Ladies), 127 │ Just Say Jesus, 125 │ Open Door, 124 │ Shared Journey, 128 Wesley, 101 │ College & Career Class, 126 Children ~ Large Group/Small Group Format │ PreK-K, Room 111, 1st -4th Grade, Fellowship Hall Youth ~ 5th/6th Bridge, Gym│ Middle School, Gym │High School, Gym

11:00 AM Sunday Morning Grow Groups

Adult Sunday School @ 11:00 AM │ Hot Topics, 127 Children ~ Large Group/Small Group Format │ PreK-K, Room 111, 1st -4th Grade, Fellowship Hall

For a detailed schedule of events, log in on our website at “The INN” and click calendar, or

contact the church office 770-867-3727. All church meetings (with exception of SPRC) are

open to anyone who would like to attend.

Childcare Info on Page 2

CH-Chapel • FH– Fellowship Hall • GM-Gym • SA-Sanctuary • WC-Worship Center

MONDAY, MAY 15

UMW-Lois Phillips Circle Mtg. Young Life UMW-Band of Sisters Circle Mtg.

1:00 PM 5:30 PM 7:00 PM

128 127 128

WEDNESDAY, MAY 17

Crochet Group Beginners Tai Chi Sacred Light Yoga Summer Lunch Planning Mtg.

9:00 AM 4:00 PM 6:30 PM 6:30 PM

128 FH WC 128

THURSDAY, MAY 18

STARS Seniors Luncheon & Program ***MEET AT IHOP, BETHLEHEM***

12:00 PM

SATURDAY, MAY 20

House of Bread Food Pantry 9:30 AM WC

SUNDAY, MAY 21

Coffee with Pastors

5:00 PM 125

The Week at a Glance

Anissa Sullivan 709 Christmas Ave.

Bethlehem, GA 30620 770.867.3727 ext.15

LifeFitness Equipment

FREE: Fitness Consultation with a Personal Trainer

Locker Rooms & Showers Available, no charge

FREE Childcare Available, during specified hours

Visit us for 2 weeks FREE

2 Week Free Pass (14 Days) w/Access Card

Requires a credit or check made out for $10.00 to BFUMC. If you do not join after the 2 week free period and do not return your Access Card we will charge the $10.00 for the card.

For a tour of the Fitness Center or more information, please contact our Fitness Director.

anissa.sullivan@bethlehemfirstumc.com 770-867-3727 ext. 15

Our Staff

After School Ministries Director, Melanie Spilman 770.867.3727 ext. 16 melanie.spilman@bethlehemfirstumc.com

Audio/Video, Mark Nichols ......................................... 404.606.7671 (cell) mark.nichols@bethlehemfirstumc.com

Children’s Ministry Director, Ben Wilcox................ 770.867.3727. ext. 18 ben.wilcox@bethlehemfirstumc.com

Custodian, Jack Chilcote ........................................... 770.712.7336 (cell)

Executive Assistant, Karen Whitehead .................... 770.867.3727 ext. 11 karen.whitehead@bethlehemfirstumc.com

Finance Director, Nikki Shelton ............................... 770.867.3727 ext. 20 nikki.shelton@bethlehemfirstumc.com

Fitness/Rec Director, Anissa Sullivan ....................... 770.867.3727 ext. 15 anissa.sullivan@bethlehemfirstumc.com

Office Assistant, Gretchen Hill ................................. 770.867.3727 ext. 10 gretchen.hill@bethlehemfirstumc.com

Office Assistant, Jenny Pohl ..................................... 770.867.3727 ext. 21 jennifer.pohl@bethlehemfirstumc.com

Preschool Director, Lizzy Sheffield ...................................... 770.867.3724 lizzy.sheffield@bethlehemfirstumc.com

Security, J.P. Boyd ................................................................ 770.867.9551

Youth Ministry Director, Zach Drummond .............. 770.867.3727 ext. 25 zach.drummond@bethlehemfirstumc.com

Our Clergy

Rev. Frank Bernat, Senior Pastor 770.867.3727, ext. 23, 770.362.7998 cell frank.bernat@bethlehemfirstumc.com Rev. Matt Parker, Associate Pastor 770.867.3727, ext. 22, 404.538.2567 cell matt.parker@bethlehemfirstumc.com

Music Minister, Karen Smith 770.867.3727 ext. 12, 830.513.2029 (cell) karen.smith@bethlehemfirstumc.com

9:30 Worship Leader, Mitch King 770.722.4759 cell mitchking1@me.com

11contemporary Worship Leader, Caleb Kimsey 770.815.8168 cell mkimsey3@gmail.com

Organist, NeeCee Delk 706.224.5998 (cell)

Pianist, Katrina Wilson 404.732.7308 (cell)

Church Office Hours

Monday—Thursday ............ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday ................................. 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

ABOUT US:

At Bethlehem First UMC, we have a common mission: To make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of

the world. We offer a loving, nurturing environment in which to serve and worship Christ, and to grow

spiritually. We would love to have you join us each Sunday.

LEARN MORE:

If you would like to learn more about Bethlehem First UMC, please visit our website,

www.bethlehemfirstumc.com, speak with one of our pastors, call the church office, 770.867.3727, or email us,

info@bethlehemfirstumc.com.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN BETHLEHEM FIRST UMC?

Are you interested in exploring membership at Bethlehem First UMC? Join us Sunday, May 21st, for Coffee with

Pastors, at 5:00 p.m., room 125, to learn more about what membership looks like at Bethlehem First and discover if

this is the next step for you. During your time with the pastors, you will learn about the history and theology of

our church, expectations of members, and have a chance to ask questions about the church. A cup of coffee does

not obligate you to membership. For more information, ask one of our pastors about Coffee with Pastors.