ANNOUNCEMENTS
WORLD COMMUNION SUNDAY
October 4, 2026 | 9:15am
Rev. Dr. Derrick Rhodes, Senior Pastor
ALTAR FLOWERS
Today's altar table is reverently adorned to the glory of God and in unity of all Christians everywhere, cross ALL denominations. We celebrate World Communion Sunday as we share in the Lord's Supper together to emphasize the oneness of the Body of Christ. It reminds us that the Church is larger than any one congregation, community or nation.
Men's Day will be held on Sunday, Oct. 11. Come and celebrate with us as our very own Demarcus Fields, Ben Hill Youth Coordinator and Rev. Bert Neal, Associate Pastor, minister to us as they deliver the messages for the morning. All congregants are asked to wear our theme colors for the occation: Shades of Blue.
Join us for Laity Sunday on Sunday, Oct. 18 with the theme: "Together by Grace," Ephesians 3:16-20. The proclaimer will be talented communicator and poet, Ariana Santiago. More here: benhillumc.org/laitysunday
We’re excited to celebrate the beginning of the Fall season, a time to give thanks for our many blessings and have some fun too! The Children and Youth Ministries invite everyone to join them on Saturday, Oct. 24 from 1pm to 3pm for the ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL AND TRUNK OR TREAT to be held on the Ben Hill campus. FUN ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS, FREE FOOD, PRIZES FOR TRUNK OR TREAT WINNERS...We need VOLUNTEERS and donations of candy. More details at benhillumc.org/fallfestival2026.
>>>>>This year we’re asking everyone, especially Ministries at the church to join in the celebration by decorating their car or cars loaded with treats. Sign up HERE.
We are exited to announce the kickoff of CHRISTMAS ON WHIEELS AT THE HILL, ary effort centered on helping kids move, thrive, and ride! This holiday season, we're working together to help children in our community get the support they need to move safely, reconnect with the outdoors, and take a break from their electronic devices. We invite you to be a part of this effort by donating bicycles for children from the ages of 3 -12 yrs of age. Our goal is to donate at least 50 new bicycles, in addition to skateboards gift cards, toys and helmets. The deadline to bring the bicycles to the church is November 29th• For more details or to get involved, please contact Tony Belcher, Youlanda Robinson, Kimberly Smith or Linda Burras.
PHASE II (2026) OF THE S.T.A.R.T. CAMPAIGN officially began on June1! Please start making your periodic contributions per your 2025 pledge or at whatever level works for you. If you would like to make a pledge for 2026, please ask an usher for a pledge card & envelope or pick them up in the Narthex and follow the instructions on the card. You may also make an online pledge at benhillumc.org/start2026 or the newsletter. Thank you for investing in our future --“Renewing tomorrow, starts today!”
VOTE 2026! | Please make sure all your family and friends, YOUNG and older, who are eligible to vote but haven't registered yet, do so by Oct. 5. More here: benhillumc.org/vote-2026
Next SAFE SANCTUARY CERTIFICATION CLASSES for 3rd Qtr is Oct. 10, 10-11:30am. REGISTER HERE.
Ben Hill United Methodist Church will host a RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE on Oct. 18, 9am to 2pm in the Fellowship Hall. You may register to donate blood HERE. TO PREPARE FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT... Please eat iron-rich meal and drink plenty of water. Don’t forget your photo ID. To save 10-15 minutes of donation time, complete your health history at redcrossblood.org/rapidpass on the DAY of your appointment. 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
BEN HILL COMMUNICATIONS (BHComms) is looking for volunteers as we implement new processes and new equipment and upgrades to enhance the Worship experience and more at The Hill! If you have a background in graphic design, creative writing, photography, social media content creation/management, website administration/design, video editing/production, live stream management, camera operations, audio, editing/production, video switcher management, etc., please contact Winsome Jean, Communications Manager at or Jeff Greene, Technical Director at communications@benhillumc.org.
SUNDAY BULLETIN UPDATE With the implementation of screens in the sanctuary, we no longer distribute bulletins on Sunday. This ministry transition will add more visual engagement and connection for congregants, and directly impacts church operations by reducing print costs, eliminating paper waste, and freeing up staff time for high-impact visual production. As we implement more and more of the options offered by the new screen technology, congregants will be able to follow the service via slide prompts with words to hymns, songs, scripture and other content; sermon points & graphics; video storytelling, and more. Online access to the Order of Worship and Sunday Announcements can still be viewed on our website at https://www.benhillumc.org/order-of-worship/. Access to this page is also available on the church website home page. Ask an usher for a card with the QR Code and website link to the Order of Worship page. Thank you for your continued support and patience as we develop and implement new Sunday morning production procedures, to encourage God's people and glorify Him! If you have questions or comments, please contact Communications at communications@benhillumc.org or Worship Ministry at announcements@benhillumc.org.
PARENTS: Please remember to check in your kids at KidsCheck for Children’s Church, Youth Church, & the Nursery at benhillumc.org/childrens-ministry.
CHILDREN'S CHURCH (4 to 12 years old) | Room 202* YOUTH CHURCH (13 to 18 years old) | Room 318
NURSERY (infants to 3 years old) | Room 201
CHILDREN/YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL (Virtual ) Adult Sunday School (Hybrid ) For more info visit benhillumc.org/sunday-school.
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