Category Archives: Ministries

As the called people of God we cling to the fact part of our mission is to reach out to those in need, those who are vulnerable, those who hurt and in the midst of we find Christ present.  As … Continue reading →

Check this out on the website of the Southeastern Iowa Synod of whom we partner in ministry. God’s work. Our hands. Sunday Photos

We have done it!  Awesome work faithful people of God.  We hit our mark of raising $15 million to help prevent, educate, and hopefully eradicate malaria.  Check this video out. ELCA Malaria Campaign Video

Here is a photo of all the supplies we purchased for the schools to go to children and youth who may not be able to afford everything on the list – we also had enough money left to purchase 2 … Continue reading →

Recently, Pope Francis urged Roman Catholic parishes in Europe to host refugees and even said the Vatican will take in 2 families. This is part of the church’s call and we as Lutherans hold to that same belief. The Bible … Continue reading →

Thanks to these ladies for serving lunch today to the youth of West Branch for the Summer Lunch Program.  Once again, one more way of how we are doing God’s work with our hands.  Way to go gang and all … Continue reading →

Thank you to all who contributed to the collection for backpacks. You donated a total of $825 and one backpack was assembled for each grade level K-8. We do have some leftover funds and will either wait until we hear … Continue reading →

The August list of most pressing needs at the West Branch Food Pantry List is now available.  Thanks again for your ongoing support of this valuable ministry. Food Pantry Needs

One of the ways Bethany members have served the West Branch community in recent years is by collecting for schools supplies. Last year it was through a backpack collection.  Bethany members gave $300 to this collection, and with a contribution … Continue reading →