Come to Bethlehem and See -- Bethlehem Centers Celebrating Renewal With Dec 21 Open House/Holy Communion
Bethlehem Centers of Nashville invites United Methodists to celebrate its ministry to Nashville’s neediest citizens during an open house and Holy Communion service on Sunday, Dec. 21.
“Come to Bethlehem and see the positive results of our renewed commitment to ministry,” said Phyllis Hildreth, Chair of the Centers’ Board of Directors. Bethlehem Centers of Nashville has been a United Methodist ministry in Nashville since 1894.
The Dec. 21 celebration is part of Bethlehem Centers “Come to Bethlehem and See” commitment campaign. The faith-centered campaign seeks to reconnect United Methodists and other persons of good will with Bethlehem Centers through faith partnerships, volunteering, and financial support.
“As God provided us with the miracle of Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem more than 2,000 years ago, God performs miracles in this Bethlehem as well,” Hildreth said. “We see miracles happening in the lives of the 6,000 persons we serve each year. We see God’s blessings in all that we do.”
The program will take place from 2-6:30 p.m. at the primary campus at 1417 Charlotte Ave., Nashville. It will include tours of the facility, hands-on activities for children, and performances by area gospel choirs.
Bishop William Morris and Nashville District Superintendent John Collett will lead a praise and worship service as well as celebrate Holy Communion as the Centers’ staff, directors, friends and constituents to signify the Centers’ renewed focus on Christian ministry. The worship will take place at 3:30 p.m.
The celebration will conclude with a special 5 p.m. Star Child Party.
Among Bethlehem Centers programs are:
• Three top-rated child care facilities.
• Many programs for teens, including after-school activities, tutoring, alcohol and drug prevention programs.
• Hot lunch delivery services for homebound seniors.
• Seniors Club.
• Christmas Toy Store.
“Our Christian mission is clear: take care of children, feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and provide hope and help to those in need,” Hildreth said. “It is in the spirit of our mission and commitment that we are inviting the community to Come to Bethlehem and See.”For additional information, contact: Amber Williams at 615-329-3386 ext. 104 or e-mail awilliams@bethlehemcenters.org.
“Come to Bethlehem and see the positive results of our renewed commitment to ministry,” said Phyllis Hildreth, Chair of the Centers’ Board of Directors. Bethlehem Centers of Nashville has been a United Methodist ministry in Nashville since 1894.
The Dec. 21 celebration is part of Bethlehem Centers “Come to Bethlehem and See” commitment campaign. The faith-centered campaign seeks to reconnect United Methodists and other persons of good will with Bethlehem Centers through faith partnerships, volunteering, and financial support.
“As God provided us with the miracle of Jesus’ birth in Bethlehem more than 2,000 years ago, God performs miracles in this Bethlehem as well,” Hildreth said. “We see miracles happening in the lives of the 6,000 persons we serve each year. We see God’s blessings in all that we do.”
The program will take place from 2-6:30 p.m. at the primary campus at 1417 Charlotte Ave., Nashville. It will include tours of the facility, hands-on activities for children, and performances by area gospel choirs.
Bishop William Morris and Nashville District Superintendent John Collett will lead a praise and worship service as well as celebrate Holy Communion as the Centers’ staff, directors, friends and constituents to signify the Centers’ renewed focus on Christian ministry. The worship will take place at 3:30 p.m.
The celebration will conclude with a special 5 p.m. Star Child Party.
Among Bethlehem Centers programs are:
• Three top-rated child care facilities.
• Many programs for teens, including after-school activities, tutoring, alcohol and drug prevention programs.
• Hot lunch delivery services for homebound seniors.
• Seniors Club.
• Christmas Toy Store.
“Our Christian mission is clear: take care of children, feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and provide hope and help to those in need,” Hildreth said. “It is in the spirit of our mission and commitment that we are inviting the community to Come to Bethlehem and See.”For additional information, contact: Amber Williams at 615-329-3386 ext. 104 or e-mail awilliams@bethlehemcenters.org.
