what's happening and where to connect
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
Red Cross Blood Drive
The next BH Red Cross Blood Drive will be Tuesday, September 1, from 2-7 p.m.! Click here to sign up to give blood! The BH Sponsor Code is: BHCOC.
HELP is needed to check in donors. If you can volunteer for an hour or more, or have questions, contact Sharon Rottier at the church office at 678-354-2814.
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.
2026 Ladies' Day
Join us on Saturday, September 12, from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. as women of all ages gather for a day of worship, encouragement, friendship, and spiritual renewal centered on this year's inspiring theme, "Give Us This Day." Together, we'll explore what it means to trust God for today's strength, today's grace, and today's purpose. Cost is $5. Lunch and childcare provided. Click here to sign up! Our Keynote Speaker will be Natalie Polutta!
Missions Sunday
Missions Sunday - November 15
The Mission Team is currently accepting applications for ministries and missions to support in 2027. Click HERE to access the application. The deadline to submit is Sunday, September 13. Missions Sunday is on November 15! All funds given this day will go to the Missions Ministry. Prayerfully consider how you can participate.
Men's Retreat 2026
This year's Men's Retreat will be held on October 2-4 at Harrod's Fork Farm in Breeding, Kentucky. The registration fee is $100 per person. At least $25 is due when you sign up. Former BH minister Mike Sparks will be our guest speaker.
For more information, click here to download a detailed flyer.
BH MEN (members 6 months or more), to sign up to serve during worship on a Sunday morning, click here. Areas to serve are: Opening Prayer, Communion & Contribution, Scripture Reading (can be a family), and the Benediction.
Click BHYM to go to the BH Youth Ministry page to read about and sign up for upcoming youth events and activities.
Get Connected!
Click here to sign up for a Connect or Discipleship Group. Groups start over the beginning of each year. If you want to continue in the same group, please select that group. You can change to a different group, or if you would like to start a new group, contact Tim Denison or Matt Carver.
BH Marietta Calendar/events
Family News
BHYM Wednesday Nights - August 26
All 6th-12th graders are invited to Wednesday Night Gathering in the Teen Center from 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Friday Focus - August 28 - Evangelism
Click here to go to this week's Friday Focus! Friday Focus points will challenge us to cultivate our individual spiritual practices. Each Friday, information and links will be available to help enact our faith through these spiritual practices. Reminders will be posted on Social Media and in the Tuesday Family News email.
American Red Cross Blood Drive - Tuesday, September 1
There is always an urgent need for blood. The next blood drive is on Tuesday, September 1, from 2:00-7:00 p.m., in the Teen Center. Click here to sign up! Our Sponsor Code is BHCOC. If you can volunteer to check donors in during those times, contact Sharon Rottier at the church office, 678-354-2814 or sharon.r@burnthickory.org.
Ladies' Book Club & Card Caring Sisters - Thursday, September 3
Group meets on the 1st Thursday of the month. Their next meeting is Thursday, September 3, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. They will meet in room 124 at the church building. The book they will be discussing is "These Tangled Threads" by Sarah Loudin Thomas. For more information, contact the church office at 678-354-2814.
AIM Sunday Sign Up - Sunday, September 6
Sunday, August 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 the Resource Room.
BH MOMS (of preschoolers) - Wednesday, September 9
BH MOMS will begin meeting again on Wednesday, September 9, from 9:30-11:00 a.m. in Room 200 (Expanse classroom). If you can help with childcare, see Beth Tidwell or DeAnna Carver.
Ladies' Day 2026 - Saturday, September 12
Join us on Saturday, September 12, from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. as women of all ages gather for a day of worship, encouragement, friendship, and spiritual renewal centered on this year's inspiring theme, "Give Us This Day." Together, we'll explore what it means to trust God for today's strength, today's grace, and today's purpose. Cost is $5. Lunch and childcare provided. Click here to sign up! Our Keynote Speaker will be Natalie Polutta!
BH Sing - Sunday, September 13
The next BH Sing is scheduled for Sunday, September 13, at 2:00 p.m. in the Foyer. Everyone is welcome!
Missions Sunday - November 15
The Mission Team is currently accepting applications for ministries and missions to support in 2027. Click HERE to access the application. The deadline to submit is Sunday, September 13. Missions Sunday is on November 15! All funds given this day will go to the Missions Ministry. Prayerfully consider how you can participate.
Men's Retreat 2026 - October 2-4
This year's Men's Retreat will be held on October 2-4 at Harrod's Fork Farm in Breeding, Kentucky. The registration fee is $100 per person. At least $25 is due when you sign up. Former BH minister Mike Sparks will be our guest speaker. For more information, click here to download a detailed flyer, or see Jeff Amado, Jeff Randol (BH Bartow), or Dave Warren. Click here to sign up!
Weekly Worship Server Opportunities
BH MEN (members 6 months or more), to sign up to serve during worship on a Sunday morning, click here. Areas to serve are: Opening Prayer, Communion & Contribution, Scripture Reading (can be a family), and the Benediction.
Enrollment for current students for the 2026-2027 school year is open. Bright Beginnings serves 12 months (must be able to walk independently) to Pre-K and offers different monthly rates based on attendance. Help spread the word about our wonderful school by sharing this with family and friends. You may contact Nikki Jordan at bb.nikki@burnthickory.org or 678-354-2839 with any questions. To learn more, visit the Bright Beginnings Webpage.
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).
