To Our Guests: Thank you for joining us today! Here’s what

you might expect from today’s service. We believe God created

music and arts not only as a great way to express our love and

thanksgiving to our Savior, but also as a way to experience His

transforming and healing presence. Feel free to express your

love in your own way, whether it’s singing, dancing, soaking it

in... Next we’ll greet one another and take an offering. After

this, you’ll hear a message that focuses on the real difference

Jesus can make in our lives as we discover and apply God's

Word to His purposes for us. If you want prayer for a loved one

or for yourself, please feel free to fill out the yellow card in the

pew rack or see one of the Pastors.

BUMC member missionaries in the field & deployed

servicemen, for whom we have lit altar prayer candles.

Jon Swenson-China with A.I.M.S.

Mary Birkhimer

Karen Carapellucci- stroke

Lisa Carroll’s brother Thomas-

radiation/chemo

Charlie and Carol Cass

Katherine Cuono (Lori

Imparato’s mom)-post op heart

Barrie Denaro

Harvietta Draviczky

Nancy Grosser (Linda’s mother)-

broken neck & shoulder

If you have a Prayer request for the bulletin, please call the

office. Prayer Chain requests can also be made to the

following:

For daytime requests call Vi Friedman, 610.644.5025.

For evening requests call Nancy Broadbooks, 610.399.0839.

24 hour United Methodist Prayer Hot Line: 800.251.2468.

Continuing Needs

Our Nation: its leaders, military personnel and homeland security

The Persecuted Church

Good Works Homeowner - Tom & Lisa Diorio

Hands On Homes clients: Ykesha Milbourne (health &

employment), Chester, PA

Henry Hagerty-post back surgery

Lillian Hudak-Glen Mills Senior

Living, Rm 110

Al & Trudy Morley

Steve Parker-Lyme disease

Lola Peterkin-post eye surgery

Jesse Sheaffer (Sue Sweeney’s

dad)

Joe Westwood - Heart Surgery

GENERAL INFORMATION

Attendance

Last Sunday: 8:00 am: 61; 9:30 am: 82; 11:00 am: 83; total: 226

Giving: Needed weekly: $14,424; Received last Sunday: $12,448.

The flowers on the altar given by Margaret King in honor of

Ronald & Mary Covage’s 44th wedding anniversary. Dates

available to give altar flowers are July 7, August 4, 11, 18,

25@$20.00 per vase. Rosebuds are $10.00. Call the office to

designate as a memorial or in honor of a loved one.

Teams rehabbing homes for Good Works every 3rd Saturday.

Join in by contacting Dick Broadbooks at broadbooks@mac.com

or 484.947.3706.

UNITE FOR A TIME OF WORSHIP AND PRAYER

IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD The 3rd Annual Delaware Valley Prayer Gathering will take place

on Friday, July 12 at 7:00 PM at the Pennsylvania Convention

Center. (1101 Arch Street, Philadelphia). Pastor Jim Cymbala

with the Brooklyn Tabernacle singers will lead an evening filled

with prayer and praise for Our Lord. Seating begins at 5:30 PM.

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased in advance at acts413.net

or facebook.com/acts413. Please contact Karen Wright at 610-

724-5353 for additional details.

Senior Pastor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .The Rev. Timothy A. Kriebel

Executive Pastor and Pastor of Youth Ministries . . . . . . . . . .Tom Wolff

Pastor of Children’s Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kevin Giannotti

Pastor of Worship Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Christie Kelly

Website: www.bethmeth.com

4 Westtown Rd, P.O. Box 57, Thornton, PA 19373

Church Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–5:00 pm

PASTORAL STAFF

SUMMER SCHEDULE At 9:30 we have Sunday school for all ages. Combined Sunday

School for age 3yr through 5th grade in Room 107. Parents need

to pick up children after Sunday school.

Superchurch for children at 11:00. Parents drop off kids in Room

107 before service. It is for age 3 yr through 5th grade. Parents pick

children up in Room 107 after the 11:00 service.

Bible Studies Summer Series for youth 6th thru 12th grade will

meet Wednesdays, 6:30 pm at Calvary Chapel, 500 Brandywine

Drive, Chadds Ford thru July 31.

Blog: www.bumcyouthgroup.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/BUMCYouthGroup

YOUTH & CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES

JOIN THE HERD FOR MEN’S WEEKEND

Thursday, September 12 through Sunday, September 15 The Men’s Ministry will be heading to Lake Champion for a weekend

of great friendship, great words and great food! Lake Champion, a 50

acre facility which hosts activities like fishing, hiking, tubing, zip line,

ropes course, climbing wall, gymnasium and game room. Try out “the

Screamer,” a 3-person, 70ft swing.

Registration form and $185 check (payable to BUMC) due to John

Heemer by July 10 for early bird discount. Cost is at $205 until July

15; from July 15 to September the cost is $245. For additional details

contact John Heemer at John.heemer@comcast.net or 610-458-9346.

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To think without confusion cleary;

To love his fellow-men sincerely,

To act from honest motives purely;

To trust in God and heaven securely.

- Henry Van Dyke

COACHES NEEDED

TEENS AND

GROWN UPS YOUNG AT HEART Sports Camp is in need of coaches to

assist Monday thru Friday, July 8 thru 12

with Basketball and Cheerleading.

What’s needed??? A friendly smile and

good attitude! Sign up in Agan Hall or

call the office.

YEEEEEE HAH! IT’S TIME TO SADDLE UP

WITH THE SONWEST VBS MUSIC TEAM :

JULY 22-26

Leaders needed to help corral the children with music

and the love of Jesus. If you can lend a hand sign up in

Agan Hall today or call the Church office.

HELP US TRANSFORM BETHLEHEM UMC

INTO THE WILD WILD WEST Western Gear and Décor is needed to help decorate for Son West Vaca-

tion Bible School. Bring your saddles, horseshoes, hats and southwest-

ern décor to church by Sunday, July 14. Be sure to label every item.

OUR PHILOSOPHY OF MINISTRY

Our ministry philosophy is found in two great texts in the Bible, known as the Great Commandment (Matthew 22:37-39) and the Great Commission

(Matthew 28:19-20).

Matthew 22:37-39 “Jesus replied: ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all

your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest

commandment. And the second is like it: Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

Matthew 28:19-20 “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name

of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to

obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always,

to the very end of the age.”

GOD’S VISION FOR US

To be an authentic Christian community which is radically loving, outwardly focused, and grace giving!

phone: 610.459.3482

fax: 610.459.0811

www.bethmeth.com

When Suffering Strikes

June 30, 2013

Let anyone who has an ear listen to what the Spirit is saying to the churches. Whoever conquers will not be harmed by the second

death. Revelation 2:11

INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE & CELEBRATION

JULY 4 All are welcome to participate in our annual parade from Bethlehem

United Methodist Church to Thornbury Park! Parade Formation: 9:30am,

starts at 10:00am. Festivities at Thornbury Park immediately following

the parade.

SUMMER FILM FESTIVAL AND FRUITS OF THE SPIRIT

ADULT EDUCATION SERIES: 9:30 AM IN THE LOUNGE

JULY 7 AND JULY 14 We will roll out the red carpet the next two Sundays for the showing of

“Wesley, A Heart Transformed Can Change the World.”

In this powerful true story, based directly on the private journals of John

and Charles Wesley, we glimpse the private struggles of one man who

would go on to found the Methodist movement - and another who would

become one of the most prolific and beloved hymn writers of history.

Together, they would transform the face of England with revolutionary

ministries to the poor and downtrodden, creating

a movement that laid the groundwork for the

eventual abolition of slavery.

The movie will be shown in two parts, July 7 and

July 14 in Turner Lounge. All are invited to

take part in viewing this fascinating film. If you

have questions, call the Church office or

Jan Samuelian at 610-358-4349.

ADMIN BOARD MEETING

JULY 8 A friendly reminder that the Administrative Board of the Church will

meet on Monday, July 8 at 7:00 PM in Agan Hall. All are welcome to

attend.

GEAR UP FOR SPORTS CAMP

JULY 8-12 Sessions are full for Basketball and Cheerleading. There are several

openings remaining for Soccer. Coaches needed for each sport. You can

sign up in Agan Hall this morning or call the office. Camp will be held

Monday thru Friday from 9:00 am to Noon.

Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is,

there is liberty. —2 Corinthians 3:17

UPCOMING EVENTS

SHOWDOWN: PARENTS VS. YOUTH SOFTBALL GAME

JULY 14

Thornbury Park: First Pitch 6:00 PM This is a great time for the youth to take on their parents and for parents

to show their kids how much game they have in them! Share a fun

summer evening at the park. Please plan to arrive by 5:45 PM.

GOOD WORKS

JULY 20 Teams rehabbing homes for Good Works every 3rd Saturday. Join in

by contacting Dick Broadbooks at broadbooks@mac.com or

484.947.3706.

SONWEST ROUNDUP VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

JULY 22-26 Jesus is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. (Hebrews 13:8)

It’s time to rustle up your buckaroos and head to SonWest Roundup

VBS. The wildest VBS in the West where kids discover the power of

Jesus’ love.

Ranch Hands needed to help out with this heel tappin, rip-roarin good

time, sign up in Agan Hall or call the Church office.

CREATION FESTIVAL

JUNE 26-JUNE 30 25 youth and 10 Adult chaperones are camping out at the 35th annual

Creation Festival and will return today. This five day event includes

Christian music, teaching and any other creative means so that those

attending will be drawn to salvation and discipleship in Christ. They

come together by the thousands to “Give Tribute to Our Creator” and to

allow His Spirit to birth many as “new Creations” in Jesus Christ who

will love and serve Him. (Colossians 1:15-18)

Please pray for their safe travels and continued renewal of spirit as they

return to be among us.

PREPARATION FOR MISSION TRIP TO KENYA

July 28-August 10

As we approach the mission group travel date, we pray that God be

glorified by every aspect of this journey.

UPCOMING EVENTS . . .continued

UPCOMING EVENTS

PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH

“WHEN SUFFERING STRIKES”

(The scripture page numbers reference the NLT pew bibles)

H____ Are You H__________?

The S_________ on S_________

Alexander the Great

The Caesars

The Identi____ and Identi______________ of Jesus

“Write this letter to the angel of the church in Smyrna. This is the

message from the One Who is the First and the Last, Who was dead but

is now alive:” (Revelation 2:8; emphasis added)—p. 950

the First and the Last = Jesus’ eternal nature: “‘I am the Alpha and

the Omega—the beginning and the end,’ says the Lord God. ‘I am the

One Who is, Who always was, and Who is still to come—the Almighty

One.’” (Revelation 1:8)—p. 949

was dead but is now alive = Jesus’ sovereign Lordship over sin and

death: “But in fact, Christ has been raised from the dead. He is the first

of a great harvest of all who have died. So you see, just as death came

into the world through a man, now the resurrection from the dead has

begun through another man. Just as everyone dies because we all belong

to Adam, everyone who belongs to Christ will be given new life.” (1

Corinthians 15:20-22)—p. 880

“‘I know about your suffering and your poverty—but you are rich! I

know the blasphemy of those opposing you. They say they are Jews, but

they are not, because their synagogue belongs to Satan.’” (Revelation

2:9; emphasis added)—p. 950

I know = Jesus experiences/shares our pain

Suffering = crushing pressure

Poverty = extremely destitute

Opposing = doubly persecuted

E______________ E____________________

Actions to Take

Ha____ Courage: “‘Don’t be afraid of what you are about to suffer.

The devil will throw some of you into prison to test you.’” (Revelation

2:10a-b; emphasis added)—p. 950

Ha____ In There: “‘You will suffer for ten days. But…remain

faithful….’” (Revelation 2:10c-d; emphasis added)—p. 950

“WHEN SUFFERING STRIKES”

(The scripture page numbers reference the NLT pew bibles)

H____ Are You H__________?

The S_________ on S_________

Alexander the Great

The Caesars

The Identi____ and Identi______________ of Jesus

“Write this letter to the angel of the church in Smyrna. This is the

message from the One Who is the First and the Last, Who was dead but

is now alive:” (Revelation 2:8; emphasis added)—p. 950

the First and the Last = Jesus’ eternal nature: “‘I am the Alpha and

the Omega—the beginning and the end,’ says the Lord God. ‘I am the

One Who is, Who always was, and Who is still to come—the Almighty

One.’” (Revelation 1:8)—p. 949

was dead but is now alive = Jesus’ sovereign Lordship over sin and

death: “But in fact, Christ has been raised from the dead. He is the first

of a great harvest of all who have died. So you see, just as death came

into the world through a man, now the resurrection from the dead has

begun through another man. Just as everyone dies because we all belong

to Adam, everyone who belongs to Christ will be given new life.” (1

Corinthians 15:20-22)—p. 880

“‘I know about your suffering and your poverty—but you are rich! I

know the blasphemy of those opposing you. They say they are Jews, but

they are not, because their synagogue belongs to Satan.’” (Revelation

2:9; emphasis added)—p. 950

I know = Jesus experiences/shares our pain

Suffering = crushing pressure

Poverty = extremely destitute

Opposing = doubly persecuted

E______________ E____________________

Actions to Take

Ha____ Courage: “‘Don’t be afraid of what you are about to suffer.

The devil will throw some of you into prison to test you.’” (Revelation

2:10a-b; emphasis added)—p. 950

Ha____ In There: “‘You will suffer for ten days. But…remain

faithful….’” (Revelation 2:10c-d; emphasis added)—p. 950

“WHEN SUFFERING STRIKES”

(The scripture page numbers reference the NLT pew bibles)

H____ Are You H__________?

The S_________ on S_________

Alexander the Great

The Caesars

The Identi____ and Identi______________ of Jesus

“Write this letter to the angel of the church in Smyrna. This is the

message from the One Who is the First and the Last, Who was dead but

is now alive:” (Revelation 2:8; emphasis added)—p. 950

the First and the Last = Jesus’ eternal nature: “‘I am the Alpha and

the Omega—the beginning and the end,’ says the Lord God. ‘I am the

One Who is, Who always was, and Who is still to come—the Almighty

One.’” (Revelation 1:8)—p. 949

was dead but is now alive = Jesus’ sovereign Lordship over sin and

death: “But in fact, Christ has been raised from the dead. He is the first

of a great harvest of all who have died. So you see, just as death came

into the world through a man, now the resurrection from the dead has

begun through another man. Just as everyone dies because we all belong

to Adam, everyone who belongs to Christ will be given new life.” (1

Corinthians 15:20-22)—p. 880

“‘I know about your suffering and your poverty—but you are rich! I

know the blasphemy of those opposing you. They say they are Jews, but

they are not, because their synagogue belongs to Satan.’” (Revelation

2:9; emphasis added)—p. 950

I know = Jesus experiences/shares our pain

Suffering = crushing pressure

Poverty = extremely destitute

Opposing = doubly persecuted

E______________ E____________________

Actions to Take

Ha____ Courage: “‘Don’t be afraid of what you are about to suffer.

The devil will throw some of you into prison to test you.’” (Revelation

2:10a-b; emphasis added)—p. 950

Ha____ In There: “‘You will suffer for ten days. But…remain

faithful….’” (Revelation 2:10c-d; emphasis added)—p. 950

9:30 & 11:00 am

Promises to Claim

“‘But if you remain faithful (our part) even when facing death,

I will give you the crown of life. (Jesus’ part)’” (Revelation 2:10d)—p.

950

“‘Anyone with ears to hear must listen to the Spirit and

understand what He is saying to the churches. Whoever is victorious (our

part) will not be harmed by the second death. (Jesus’ part)’” (Revelation

2:11)—p. 950

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS

Remember the Sabbath…

MONDAY: Romans 8:15-39

TUESDAY: James 1:1-12

WEDNESDAY: Revelation 2:8-11

…Observe the Sabbath

THURSDAY: Revelation 2:12-17

FRIDAY: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

SATURDAY: 2 Corinthians 11:1-15

Worship Services ..................................... 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am

Nursery (birth-3 yrs.) .............................. ....During 9:30 am, 11:00 am

Christian Education ........ 9:30-10:30 am for children, youth and adults

Superchurch .............................. 11:00 am for children age 3-5th grade

Please stay and enjoy an informal time of

coffee and fellowship in Agan Hall

following our worship services.

Prayer Meeting

5:30 pm Soaking Prayer

6:00 pm Healing and Intercessory Prayer

We need you! The Bethlehem STAR is looking

for a few volunteers to assist with writing articles

about the latest activities, events and special

people that make us a church family. Please

consider this important communications ministry.

Contact Brenda Orso at brendaorso@verizon.net

or 610-358-5853 or call Beverly Soper in the

office at 610-459-3482.

DO YOU HAVE A KNACK

FOR ASKING ALL THE RIGHT QUESTIONS?

SUNDAY EVENTS

Promises to Claim

“‘But if you remain faithful (our part) even when facing death,

I will give you the crown of life. (Jesus’ part)’” (Revelation 2:10d)—p.

950

“‘Anyone with ears to hear must listen to the Spirit and

understand what He is saying to the churches. Whoever is victorious (our

part) will not be harmed by the second death. (Jesus’ part)’” (Revelation

2:11)—p. 950

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS

Remember the Sabbath…

MONDAY: Romans 8:15-39

TUESDAY: James 1:1-12

WEDNESDAY: Revelation 2:8-11

…Observe the Sabbath

THURSDAY: Revelation 2:12-17

FRIDAY: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

SATURDAY: 2 Corinthians 11:1-15

Worship Services ..................................... 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am

Nursery (birth-3 yrs.) .............................. ....During 9:30 am, 11:00 am

Christian Education ....... 9:30-10:30 am for children, youth and adults

Superchurch ............................... 11:00 am for children age 3-5th grade

Please stay and enjoy an informal time of

coffee and fellowship in Agan Hall

following our worship services.

Prayer Meeting

5:30 pm Soaking Prayer

6:00 pm Healing and Intercessory Prayer

We need you! The Bethlehem STAR is looking

for a few volunteers to assist with writing articles

about the latest activities, events and special

people that make us a church family. Please

consider this important communications ministry.

Contact Brenda Orso at brendaorso@verizon.net

or 610-358-5853 or call Beverly Soper in the

office at 610-459-3482.

DO YOU HAVE A KNACK

FOR ASKING ALL THE RIGHT QUESTIONS?

SUNDAY EVENTS

Promises to Claim

“‘But if you remain faithful (our part) even when facing

death, I will give you the crown of life. (Jesus’ part)’” (Revelation

2:10d)—p. 950

“‘Anyone with ears to hear must listen to the Spirit and

understand what He is saying to the churches. Whoever is victorious

(our part) will not be harmed by the second death. (Jesus’

part)’” (Revelation 2:11)—p. 950

DAILY SCRIPTURE READINGS

Remember the Sabbath…

MONDAY: Romans 8:15-39

TUESDAY: James 1:1-12

WEDNESDAY: Revelation 2:8-11

…Observe the Sabbath

THURSDAY: Revelation 2:12-17

FRIDAY: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

SATURDAY: 2 Corinthians 11:1-15

Worship Services ..................................... 8:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am

Nursery (birth-3 yrs.) .............................. ....During 9:30 am, 11:00 am

Christian Education ....... 9:30-10:30 am for children, youth and adults

Superchurch ............................... 11:00 am for children age 3-5th grade

Please stay and enjoy an informal time of

coffee and fellowship in Agan Hall

following our worship services.

Prayer Meeting

5:30 pm Soaking Prayer

6:00 pm Healing and Intercessory Prayer

We need you! The Bethlehem STAR is looking

for a few volunteers to assist with writing articles

about the latest activities, events and special

people that make us a church family. Please

consider this important communications ministry.

Contact Brenda Orso at brendaorso@verizon.net

or 610-358-5853 or call Beverly Soper in the

office at 610-459-3482.

DO YOU HAVE A KNACK

FOR ASKING ALL THE RIGHT QUESTIONS?

SUNDAY EVENTS