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Sparkhouse Family Book Fair

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Pastor

In conjunction with our Reformation 500 Book Fair we are also making available several resources from Sparkhouse Family.  Check out the books, Bibles, and video for children on the table just outside the kitchen.  There are some really wonderful resources … Continue reading →

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Reformation 500 Bookstore

Posted on October 5, 2016 by Pastor

Next year, 2017, we will celebrate 500 years since the Reformation.  As we journey toward that date maybe you want to do some reading about Martin Luther, the Reformation, and other books about Lutheranism.  Check out the table just outside … Continue reading →

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October Food Pantry Needs

Posted on October 2, 2016 by Pastor

Here is the most up to date list of most needed items at the West Branch Food Pantry. Pantry Needs

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October Newsletter

Posted on September 29, 2016 by Pastor

The October Newsletter is done and can be viewed below. October 2016 Newsletter

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New Small Group Opportunity on Why Worship Matters?

Posted on September 28, 2016 by Pastor

See the attached flier for a new 5 week small group opportunity starting at the end of October. Why Worship Matters Flier

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Community Tailgate and the Food Pantry

Posted on September 27, 2016 by Pastor

If you are coming to the Community Tailgate next week, we invite you to bring one or more of the following:  Canned Soups, Canned Fruit, Peanut Butter, Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, or Tissues.  Thanks!

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Community Tailgate – October 5

Posted on September 26, 2016 by Pastor

West Branch United Methodist Church and Bethany Lutheran Church invite you to a community tailgate meal on October 5 from 5:30-7:30.  Please see the attached flier. This event will be held at Bethany. Tailgate Flier

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Southeastern Iowa Synod Fall Newsletter Available

Posted on September 6, 2016 by Pastor

Here is the fall newsletter from the Southeastern Iowa Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Southeastern Iowa Synod Fall Newsletter

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September Newsletter

Posted on August 31, 2016 by Pastor

The September Newsletter is done and can be viewed here.

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God’s work. Our hands. Sunday Plans

Posted on August 26, 2016 by Pastor

Just a reminder that God’s work. Our Hands. Sunday is September 11th. This year we have two activities scheduled as of now.   First, we will be gathering a group to go to Crestview Nursing Center and do a hymn … Continue reading →

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