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Just as a body, though one, has many parts, but all its many parts form one body, so it is with Christ. For we were all baptized by one Spirit so as to form one body—whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free—and we were all given the one Spirit to drink. Even so the body is not made up of one part but of many.
- 1 Corinthians 12:12-14
How to Join Burnt Hickory
When we speak of “placing membership,” that simply means that as a baptized disciple of Christ, you are choosing to make Burnt Hickory your church home and be involved in its work. Ideally, that means that you will attend worship, be part of one of our small groups, discipleship groups, and be involved in one of our ministries.
The first step is to attend Starting Point. This quarterly information session is hosted by our lead minister, and is where you can get your questions answered. There is no obligation if you come, but we will explain our mission and vision and the process for placing membership. To find out the date of the next Starting Point, call the church office at 678-354-2814.
To place membership, please click the link to complete and submit a BH Personal Profile form.
If you have not yet been baptized, please contact one of our ministers so that we can help you discover what the Bible says about this step in your spiritual journey.
Sign ups & Event Registration
Click here to sign up to serve at A.I.M. (Atlanta Inner-City Ministries). BH needs five volunteers on the 1st Sunday of each month to meet at 9 a.m. travel to A.I.M. to worship at 10 a.m., cook a meal, serve and clean-up after. Thank you for your commitment to helping the children and families of Atlanta Inner-City. They are located at 1966 Lakewood Terrace SE, Atlanta, GA 30315. For more information, contact Waleska White.
Parenting Seminar - The Formational Home:
A Step-by-Step Guide to Family Discipleship
Saturday, November 15
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Foyer
Presenters: Matt Carver & Beth Tidwell
Childcare Available
Sign up by November 3!
Red Cross Blood Drive
The next BH Red Cross Blood Drive will be Thursday, November 20! Click here to sign up to give blood from 2:00-7:00 p.m.! The BH Sponsor Code is: BHCOC. Donors will receive a $10 Amazon e-card.
HELP is needed to check In donors from 2:00-7:00 p.m. If you are able to volunteer for an hour or more, or have questions, contact Sharon Rottier at the church office at 678-354-2814.
Women's Brunch and Cookie Swap
Ladies, make plans to join us for our annual Christmas Brunch and Cookie Swap on Saturday, December 13, from 10 a.m.-Noon in the Teen Center. The cost is $5 a person. Bring two dozen cookies and take two dozen home. Childcare available upon request. Click here to sign up by Sunday, November 30. There is an option for 10 ladies to design a table centerpiece. We will vote for the favorite!
Click BHYM to go to the BH Youth Ministry page to read about and sign up for upcoming youth events and activities.
Get Connected in a Group
Click here to go to the Connect Group, Discipleship Group, Support/Activity Group sign-ups. If you would like to start a group, contact Tim Dennison or Matt Carver.
BH Marietta Calendar/events
Family News
NO BHYM Wednesday's Gathering - October 15
The 6th-12th Graders will not meet on October 15. Enjoy time with your family.
Singing at Varenita Assisted Living Home - Saturday, October 18
Everyone is invited to sing and visit with the residents at Varenita Assisted Living, 1979 Mars Hill Rd NW, Acworth GA 30101, on Saturday, October 18, at 2:00 p.m. They will meet on the 3rd Saturday of each month. For more information, contact Carol Johnson.
BH Sing - Sunday, October 19
Meet at 2:00 p.m. in the Foyer for the next BH Sing. Everyone is welcome to join in on the singing.
BH MOMS - Monday, October 20
BH MOMS (of preschoolers) are invited to meet bi-monthly from 9:30-11:00 a.m. in Room 200 (Expanse classroom) for a time of Bible Study and fellowship. Childcare is provided. If you can help with childcare, contact Beth Tidwell at 404-630-2126.
BH Quilters Group - Tuesday, October 21
BH Quilters Group will meet in the Teen Center from 1:00-9:00 p.m. Stay for a few hours or all day. For more information, contact Maryse Kibler or Linda Austin.
Trunk-or-Treat - Sunday, October 26 - 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Our goal is to have 26 cars hosted by our members and guests! If you plan to buy anything to decorate, ask Beth Tidwell first. There is a chance she has something you can borrow.
*New This Year: There will also be a trophy for "Best Trunk", so bring your "A" game!
If you would like to enter the Chili or Cake Contest, include the type of chili or cake or the name of your entry. We will also need several volunteers. Sign up HERE if you can volunteer.
Prepackaged candy (i.e., fun-size, miniature, and the like) is needed! Place them in the bins located in the Foyer. Please note: We will NOT be collecting prizes, trinkets, pencils, stickers, etc., or candy that is not prepackaged for individual use.
Pop Up Boutique - Saturday, November 1
Clothing and Volunteers Needed
Clothing Needs: Women's coats, long-sleeve T-shirts/sweatshirts, leggings/sweatpants, NEW winter socks, NEW underwear. Also needed: kids' coats and winter casual clothing. These can be brought and placed in the bins in Room 123. Six Volunteers Needed: Arrive at 1345 Franklin Gateway, Marietta, on November 1, at 10:30 a.m.
3 slots for 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 3 slots for 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
Click here to sign up to volunteer for half the time or the whole time. If you have questions, call or text DeAnna Carver at 812-562-1370.
AIM Sunday Sign UP - Sunday, November 2
Sunday, November 2, is the next opportunity to serve at AIM (Atlanta Inner-City Ministry). At least five (5) volunteers are needed. Meet at BH at 9:00 a.m., carpool to AIM, cook breakfast, and serve following worship. Click here to sign up for the months you can serve. For more information, contact Waleska White.
AIM items needed for collection are: Aluminum Pans, Forks, Spoons, Paper Plates, & Paper Towels. Place items in the collection bin outside of the Resource Room.
Community Christmas 2025 - Referral Forms Available - Sunday, October 12
Referral forms are available in the Foyer. Prayerfully consider people you know who live in our community and are experiencing difficulties and may need encouragement this Christmas. Return completed forms no later than Sunday, November 2. Click here to download the forms.
Ladies' Book Club & Card Caring Sisters - Thursday, November 6
This group usually meets on the 1st Thursday of the month from 6:30-9:00 p.m. in Room 124. The book they will be reading and discussing in November is "Dandelion Summer" by Lisa Wingate. For more information on the group, contact Janice Stroud at 404-861-0960.
The Formational Home: A Step-by-Step Guide to Family Discipleship - November 15
Matt Carver and Beth Tidwell are teaming up for a Parenting Seminar on Saturday, November 15, from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the Foyer. The topics that will be covered are: Vision for Family Discipleship, Times and Places for Family Discipleship, Discipleship is Dialogue, and Discipleship Takes a Team. There is no cost, and childcare is available. Sign up by clicking here by November 3.
American Red Cross Blood Drive - Thursday, November 20
There is always an urgent need for blood. The next BH Red Cross Blood Drive is Thursday, November 20, from 2:00-7:00 p.m. in the Teen Center. Click here to sign up! Our Sponsor Code is BHCOC. Donors will receive a $10 Amazon E-card.
Women's Christmas Brunch and Cookie Swap - Saturday, December 13
Ladies, make plans to join us for our annual Christmas Brunch and Cookie Swap on Saturday, December 13, from 10 a.m.-Noon in the Teen Center. The cost is $5 a person. Bring two dozen cookies and take two dozen home. Childcare available upon request. Click here to sign up by Sunday, November 30. There is an option for 10 ladies to design a table centerpiece. We will vote for the favorite!
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is open! Bright Beginnings serves 12 months (must be able to walk independently) to Pre-K and offer different monthly rates based on attendance. Help spread the word about our wonderful school by sharing this with family and friends. You may contact Lauren Barber at lauren.b@burnthickory.org or 678-354-2839 with any questions.
There are several ways to give. Click here to give online. Or you can text your giving. Just text the amount you would like to give to 678-929-5365. You can also have it sent to us from your bank account or simply mail or bring a check to the church office (2330 Burnt Hickory Road, Marietta, GA 30064). For the church to avoid high transaction fees when giving online or giving by text, we would appreciate it if you would consider using your bank account (your bank’s routing number and your account number). This option will be from your bank account instead of from a credit card or debit card.
You also have the option to set your contribution to automatically be made each week, biweekly or monthly, whatever you choose. Simply change your one-time gift to Recurring.
For information on how to make these changes or if you have any questions, please contact the church office at 678-354-2814. Thank you!
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7
Inclement Weather
In the case we have inclement weather that may cause our service to be canceled, it will be communicated via email, text, posted on Facebook, and on the local news stations (11 Alive, WSB-TV, Fox 5 Atlanta).
