Author Archives: Pastor

Hoover Hometown Days

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Pastor

Come look for us during Hoover Hometown Days. Amanda and some of the youth are having a lemonade stand from approximately 11-2 on Saturday. We will be located near the Town Hall building. The lemonade will be free but donations … Continue reading →

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VBS 2014 is Happening Now!

Posted on July 28, 2014 by Pastor

We kicked off VBS 2014 today and things are going great.  We had a fabulous group of kids and 3 excellent counselors from Camp EWALU plus some excellent coordinators, parent and youth volunteers.   Thank you everyone.  Please keep everyone in … Continue reading →

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Organist Update

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Pastor

This Sunday, August 27, we will wish farewell and Godspeed to our organist Elizabeth Gotlund. She has been a wonderful gift from God and has enriched our worship experience. Please come and thank Elizabeth and wish her well on her … Continue reading →

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Minister of Christ’s Light (Acolyte) Training

Posted on July 14, 2014 by Pastor

We will be having an orientation session for youth interested in becoming Ministers of Christ’s Light (aka Acolytes).  This class will be held on August 24th following worship.  We will gather in the small fellowship hall and then head up … Continue reading →

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VBS 2014

Posted on July 10, 2014 by Pastor

Just a reminder, Vacation Bible School, is fast approaching July 28 – August 1. There still is time to sign your child up.  It is sure to be a blast and the chances of another epic water fight (weather permitting) … Continue reading →

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Quarterly Stewardship Newsletter

Posted on July 3, 2014 by Pastor

The current edition of the Quarterly Stewardship Newsletter is done and can be viewed by clicking here.  Thanks to the Stewardship Team for assembling this.

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EPIC this Sunday

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Pastor

EPIC this Sunday from 5-6:15. Weather pending we will be doing water relays and balloon fights outside. Come one and come all for an “epic” good time!

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Vacation Bible School 2014

Posted on June 17, 2014 by Pastor

Mark your calendars and spread the word! VBS returns to Bethany this summer along with the energy of counselors from Camp EWALU in Strawberry Point, IA.   It is sure to be a good time centered around this year’s theme … Continue reading →

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Job Opening – Church Organist/Pianist

Posted on June 16, 2014 by Pastor

Bethany Lutheran Church in West Branch, Iowa currently has an opening for a part-time organist/pianist.  This individual will assist and give leadership to the worship services of Bethany Lutheran and his/her gifts will help lift the congregation in music for … Continue reading →

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2015 ELCA Youth Gathering

Posted on June 11, 2014 by Pastor

ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton welcomes and invites you to attend the 2015 ELCA Youth Gathering in Detroit.  Click here to see that video. See an earlier post about an upcoming informational meeting for all youth who may be interested … Continue reading →

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