July 11
July 12-14
July 17
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3 pm Reception for New and Returning Clergy
Church Building Closed for HVAC/Duct Cleaning
15th Annual C.L. Henderson Golf Classic
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Ben Hill UMC Outreach and Food Bank Ministries invites all individuals, families and ministries to participate in the 2021 Back to School Event.
This year, we will have a contactless donation and distribution Back to School Event. We are soliciting support for book bags and supplies. We are unable to accept individual school supplies. We need the book bag donations to be pre-assembled with the requested school supplies to ensure that this process will be as safe and as contactless as possible. We are requesting that each book bag include the following:
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ELEMENTARY
- Pencil Box
- 10-Pack of Pencils
- Crayon Box
- Glue Sticks
- Kids Blunt scissors
- 6-2 pocket folders
- 2-Composition books
- 2 packs of loose-leaf wide ruled
- Paper
- 2-spiral notebooks
- Pocket size Kleenex
- 1-bottle of a hand sanitizer
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MIDDLE/HIGH
- 10-Pack of Pencils
- 10-Pack of Blue/Black Pens
- 1-pack of highlighters
- 1-Ruler
- 1-Scientific Calculator
- 3-Composition Books
- 3-Packs of Loose-Leaf College Ruled Paper
- 3-Spiral Notebooks
- 6-2 pocket folders
- Pocket size Kleenex
- 1 bottle of hand sanitizer
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Outreach Ministry will supply face masks and additional PPE supplies for each book bag assembled to ensure that every child returns to school safe for the next school year.
Recommendations for Individual and Family Donations:
At least 1 elementary and 1 Middle/High School Book Bag per household
Recommendations for Adult Ministry Donations:
At least 10 Elementary School Book Bags
Recommendations for Children Ministry Donations:
At least 1 Elementary School Book Bag per household
Recommendations for Youth Ministry Donations:
At least 1 Middle/High Book Bag per household
We will have a Stuff-the Book-Bag Drive on the following days:
Wednesdays July 21st and July 28th from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
Saturdays July 17th, July 24th, and July 31st
We will distribute all bookbags on Saturday, August 7, 2021, from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm.
If you would like more information or would like to volunteer for this event, please contact Kimberli Smith at 678-634-1826/kimberlismith@starsincga.org or Vicki Callaway at vcallaway@aol.com .
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The Monthy Prayer Focus is a simple meditation to bring Ben Hill UMC together in prayer while encouraging prayer as a daily spiritual discipline. The Prayer Ministry is focusing on the Prayers of Jesus Christ. The monthly theme, provided by the Prayer Ministry, will be the prayer focus showing us the power of what a congregation praying together can do.
July's Prayer Theme
Model Prayer
8 “Therefore do not be like them. For your Father knows the things you have need of before you ask Him. 9 In this manner, therefore, pray:
Our Father in heaven,
Hallowed be Your name.
10 Your kingdom come.
Your will be done
On earth as it is in heaven.
11 Give us this day our daily bread.
12 And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors.
13 And do not lead us into temptation,
But deliver us from the evil one.
For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
The Prayer Ministry would like to thank everyone that attended the Prayer Breakfast in the spring. If you were a lucky prize winner and have not yet claimed your prize, please contact Gail Stafford (gailws@yahoo.com) or Johnnie Follins (jrfollins@outlook.com) with your email address and home address to receive your prize.
Marilyn Carter
Gladys Chester
Chanel Harrison
Sonya Walthall
Jakim Williams
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THANK YOU Ben Hill! Your generosity helped Coins of Hope (COH) reach its $5,000 goal thus enabling a mission team of five professionals to undertake a community training program in Congo this July. The team will also take solar cookers and water disinfectants to Mpoyi, a rural community there. We are indebted to Mr. Samuel Dumas who built solar cooking prototypes which were successfully tested by the COH team in Atlanta, resulting in delicious food cooked with energy from the sun. This type of cooking replaces cooking by the open fire and is free from harmful smoke and carcinogens which affect the health of many women in the village.
Your donations will enable a few families the opportunity for their children to attend school this academic year by helping with school uniforms. Additionally, you helped with repairs of the guesthouse, pavement of the floor, construction of an outdoor kitchen, and construction of toilets and showers. It is not too late to make an even greater impact as there are additional needs for bedding, sheets, blankets, furniture, and cooking utensils. Your sacrificial donations to Ben Hill for Coins of Hope can still be accepted online or by check. If you have questions, contact T. L. Mukenge at 404-767-2028, drtlmukenge@aol.com.
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Mission Study
July 24th & 31st, 2021
10:00AM - 12:00 PM
ZOOM Link: Forthcoming
* You do NOT have to read/finish book to attend*
This engaging session focuses on Jesus' own words as he came to bring the good news to the poor, release the captives, restore sight to the blind, and set the oppressed free.
This study will help to determine our personal responsibility, discern our call for action, and bear witness to the will of God for a more just world.
For more information, please contact:
Carolyn Cartwright
cmarch10@aol.com
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UMW "Mission U" 2021
$10 / class
At our upcoming Mission U, we will examine anxiety, the culture of violence that impacts children in and out of schools, and how we as God's people can deepen our moral witness and respond faithfully.
Or register above online. You can register several people at the same time.
Please note the different registration deadlines for each class.
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In an effort to support the growing need for food assistance during this challenging and unprecedented time, the Ben Hill Food Bank is reaching out to our church ministries. If your ministry budget permits, please consider purchasing items in the food donation list below. The highlighted items are needed most.
The Food Bank is in URGENT need of canned goods and plastic bag donations.
FOOD DONATION LIST
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Breakfast food- cereal, grits, oatmeal
- Boxed or canned milk
- Canned Vegetables/peas/beans/corn
- Canned Fruits
- Canned Meat
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- Rice/mashed potatoes
- Pasta
- Tomato sauce
- Loaves of Bread
- Peanut butter and jelly
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Ministries should bring the food items to the Food Bank Drive-Up on Wed. (10:30am-12:30pm) or Saturday (10:30am-12:30pm). Donating is simple: 1) Place the food in the trunk of your car. 2) When you arrive, call the Food Bank at (404) 344-0618 X 1115 or (404) 314-2241, and someone will meet you to take the food from your car. All donations are touchless--keeping our donors and volunteers safe.
OTHER WAYS TO DONATE:
PLASTIC GROCERY STORE BAGS
Also, we need (lots of ) plastic bags, the type used at grocery stores.
MONETARY DONATION
In lieu of donating food items, please consider making a monetary donation by check or online as follows:
CHECK
Make payable to Ben Hill UMC and specify "Food Bank" in note area. Mail to
Ben Hill UMC, ATTN: Food Bank, 2099 Fairburn Road SW, Atlanta, GA 30331
ONLINE
We are thankful and grateful to ALL BHUMC Ministries, Families and Friends for your support. Your generosity and steadfast support of the Food Bank and the families who depend on the essential services it provides are appreciated. Please let us know if you are able to help by contacting Vicki Callaway at (404) 314-2241 or vcallaway@aol.com.
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The Prison Ministry would like to send cards, words of encouragement, to those who are currently incarcerated. Perhaps you have a loved one or know of someone who would appreciate receiving a card. The Prison Ministry offers a safe nonjudgmental space to seek prayers and support. Please contact Gloria Parker, gloriaparker3790@comcast.net or Cynthia Holland at cythinam@msn.com with the name and mailing information of your loved one.
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The Prayer Ministry will host Corporate Prayer every Wednesday from 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm. Weekly Corporate Prayer will feature a prayer of thanksgiving, a reading from the Upper Room Daily Devotional, and intercessory prayer. We will be inviting Clergy and Laity to pray the intercessory prayer.
To attend Corporate Prayer, please call: (712) 770- 4936, Access Code: 627746. When calling in, please mute your cell phones. If you call in on a landline please turn the volume down on televisions, radios, etc. We look forward to everyone calling in and praying together. To submit Prayer Requests, please visit: benhillumc.org.
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During this season, we want to remind you of the benefits of Stephen Ministry. Stephen Ministry is a collection of specially trained laypeople who are trained to listen and provide Christian care for people during the most challenging parts of their lives. It is confidential, one on one, and gender-specific. Stephen Ministers are assigned to an individual for about an hour a week. This is especially meaningful for individuals who may be alone during the pandemic, who are grieving, who have a challenging health diagnosis, and who are finding it hard to deal with the challenges in their life.
If this sounds like you, please contact us via email: annex@benhillumc.org and we will be happy to walk alongside you. You can also call the church office and ask to speak with Beverly Register.
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Community Events and Resources |
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FEMA Funeral Reimbursement Program |
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The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. At FEMA, the mission is to help people before, during and after disasters and they are dedicated to helping ease some of the financial stress and burden caused by the virus.
Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA will provide financial assistance for COVID-19-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020, up to $7,000.00.
FEMA will begin accepting applications for Funeral Assistance on Monday, April 12, 2021 through our dedicated call center. More information will be available on their page soon.
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Senior Food Assistance Program |
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Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms launched the City of Atlanta Senior Food Assistance Program to support seniors with food insecurity during COVID-19 by partnering with meal and grocery delivery organizations. Seniors who reside in the City of Atlanta and are struggling to receive access to food during this time may apply to be a part of this program by completing this survey found here. You may also contact ATL311 for information or help with filling out the survey by dialing 311 within the city limits or (404) 546-0311.
Specific program eligibility requirements are listed below:
- Reside in the City of Atlanta;
- Age 60 or older;
- Low income (household income at or below 80% of the AMI);
- Not participating in any other senior food assistance program and meet one of the following criteria:
- Unable to leave home;
- Unable to prepare meals for themselves; or
- Unable to procure or utilize commercial home delivery services.
* Completion of the survey does not guarantee acceptance into the program.
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The Pfizer vaccine will be available for ages 12 and up on July 10, and July 31. The J&J vaccine will also be available (ages 18 and up) for those who only want 1 shot. Neither an identification card nor proof of medical insurance is required to receive a COVID-19 vaccine at a CORE mobile site, and all vaccines are free of charge. |
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COVID-19 vaccination will help protect you from getting COVID-19. You may have some side effects, which are normal signs that your body is building protection. These side effects may affect your ability to do daily activities, but they should go away in a few days. |
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What to do if you cannot view the stream
Here are some helpful tips if you should encounter any issues with accessing Ben Hill's Live Stream:
- Try a different Web browser. Most browsers should work but if your web browser is not showing the stream, try a different one.
- Try going to the Ben Hill UMC Facebook Page and view the Live Stream there.
- Try the phone app. If you do not have the Ben Hill app, download it from your app store and view the steam from there.
- Access StreamingFaith.com as another option to view the live stream.
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On Sunday mornings, live chat is available on the Ben Hill website if you should encounter issues and need additional help.
New! Tune into the sermon by using Sermon by Phone.
The Sunday service will be made available at 9:15am on Sundays by dialing in at:
Links to Connect on Sunday Mornings:
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