Author Archives: Pastor

Annual Meeting Reminder

Just a reminder the Annual Meeting is this Sunday, January 24, following worship.  We hope to see you there.  A reminder, our constitution states to vote one most have communed and given an offering in 2015 or in the few … Continue reading

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Stewardship Newsletter

The latest edition of the quarterly Stewardship Newsletter is now done and can be viewed here.  Enjoy and thanks Stewardship Team!

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Food Pantry Needs

The new list of some of the most needed items at the Food Pantry is now available.  Click here to be taken to it.

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January Newsletter

Happy New Year!  The January 2016 Newsletter is now available.  

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Merry Christmas!

Another Christmas Eve is upon us with a bit unusual and unexpected weather I might add. I think it is the first time in my 43 years we were under a tornado watch on December 23. Life is full of … Continue reading

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Christmas Message from Bishop Eaton

ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton delivers a Christmas message to all.  You can see it by clicking here.

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Christmas Eve Worship

Worship Times for Christmas Eve 2o15 (Both services are Candlelight services and will include the sacrament of Holy Communion) are 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. This is one of the most cherished evenings in the life of the church.  We … Continue reading

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Confirmation Update

Affirmation of Baptism or Confirmation has concluded for 2015 and will resume on January 6, 2016.  Thanks to all the youth and parents for attending, participating, and providing meals.  Here are a couple photos from last night and I even … Continue reading

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Angel Tree 2015

Wow!  The faithful people of God at Bethany have once again responded to God’s grace and love by reaching out and serving the neighbor.  This is part our mission as God’s people.  Many thanks to Jeni for organizing this.  Below … Continue reading

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Let’s Go Caroling!

Let’s gather together for some Christmas caroling, fellowship, and fun! When:  Sunday, December 20 @ 4:00 p.m. Where:  Meet at the Crestview Nursing Center Lobby Following:  5:00 p.m. Supper @ Mexico Lindo Restaurant

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