I had the blessing to serve communion to the Participants and volunteers at the Older Adult Day Respite program. I arrived a little early, and joined them as they finished their music time. They were singing Blue Suede Shoes, Baby Face, and some other familiar favorites. Their song leader had them sharing about their Father’s and what advice they had received from their Dads. It was touching to hear them share their sweet memories between songs.
After music was over we shared the service of Holy Communion together. I asked them how many had attended VBS as children, and all of them had. They all had fond memories of their VBS experiences. I told them that at VBS this week we were showing and telling about Jesus, and the great love God has for us. It reminded me of “show and tell” back in grade school. I shared with them how Jesus is the ultimate show and tell. In John 1: 14 it says, “The Word became flesh, and made His dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only who came from the Father, full of grace and truth“(NIV) John tells us Jesus is the Word. The Word (Jesus) tells us of the Father and his great love for us. A love so great that he sent his only Son to come and live among us to show us how to live and love the way God had designed for us. We sang a verse of “I love to tell the story” and ended in prayer. The precious folks were so glad to have been able to share communion, and some fond memories. They showed me that we’re never to old for a little show and tell.
Pastor Kim
Here are some areas around the church that need you to come volunteer.
Sunday School
Did you know that Children’s Ministry will need over 85 volunteers every Sunday from June 1 - August 10 to minister to the children who will arrive to hear the Word of God at Mt. Bethel? To volunteer, contact Janis Caverlee (preschool) or Sherri Juliani (elementary) to join the team this summer.
VBS Volunteers Needed
Youth and adult volunteers are vital to the success of Vacation Bible School. Contact Dianne Hylton if you would like to volunteer your time. A free lunch is provided.
Parking Shuttle
Our parking lot shuttle, “Toby” the golf cart, runs on Sunday mornings from 9:15 to 12:30. There are 2 shifts from 9:15 to 10:45 and 10:45 to 12:30. This is a once a month or every other month commitment. Toby is very helpful to members who park far away with small children and senior members, too. We also need parking ushers to help direct members and visitors to available spots. Contact Kibbie Jones for more information.
Greeters on Sundays
Welcome church members and visitors for a 30-minute shift for a month and rotate with two other teams every 3rd month. We rely on greeters from 9:00am to 9:30am and 10:30am to 11:00am. Substitutes are available. This is an easy way to get to know other church members. Contact Kibbie Jones for more information.
Older Adult Center - Youth or Adult Volunteers Needed
Share Your Special Talent: Come sing, come perform, share your hobby, or share your pictures from a favorite trip or special collection. Whatever you choose, we make for a great audience. Contact Dawn Reed for more information.
