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Thank you!

Posted on January 17, 2017 by Pastor

Thank you for your continued faithfulness and support of God’s mission with the people of God called and gathered together at Bethany.  Through the stewardship of your financial gifts, time and talents we continue to do God’s work with our hands … Continue reading →

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Musician Position Available

Posted on January 12, 2017 by Pastor

Bethany Lutheran is in search of a musician to help lead us in worship on Sunday mornings.  Please see the job description below.  If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to:  Pastor Chad Whaley; Bethany Lutheran Church;  PO … Continue reading →

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Resignation of Organist

Posted on January 12, 2017 by Pastor

It is with deep sadness we announce Seth has resigned his position as our musician. We are so grateful for his presence with us and the gifts he has brought.  He will continue to be with us for the next … Continue reading →

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West Branch Food Pantry Urgent Needs

Posted on December 29, 2016 by Pastor

We have just learned the Food Pantry in town is in urgent need.  Click here for the list of items.  Thanks for your faithful support of this ministry.

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Annual Meeting

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Pastor

The Annual Meeting will be Sunday, January 15 following worship.  Please plan to attend.  See below for the notice from our Council President, John Black. Annual Meeting Council President Notification

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Confirmation and 4-6th Grade Education Cancelled Wednesday, December 21

Posted on December 20, 2016 by Pastor

We have decided to cancel class tomorrow night as it is the beginning of Christmas vacation and some families may be travelling already.  We will resume class on January 4. Merry Christmas and safe travels!

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Christmas Eve Worship

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Pastor

We will celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on December 24 with services at 5:00 pm and 8:00 pm.  Both services are candlelight services and will include plenty of singing and also celebration of Holy Communion. … Continue reading →

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Sunday School Cancelled December 18

Posted on December 17, 2016 by Pastor

We have decided to cancel Sunday school tomorrow, December 18.  As of now, worship is still on at 9:00 a.m.  With the projected low temperatures, please use extreme caution if you do decide to travel.  Christmas caroling at Crestview Nursing … Continue reading →

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Bishop Eaton Christmas Greeting

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Pastor

Click here for a link to ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton’s Christmas greeting.

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ELCA Good Gifts

Posted on December 12, 2016 by Pastor

Just in case you have never heard or seen, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) has a resource called “Good gifts” in which we can respond to our call to mission by helping others in need by giving any … Continue reading →

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