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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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Lutheran Campus Ministry Open House

Posted on August 11, 2016 by Pastor

We are invited to attend an open house for Lutheran Campus Ministry at the University of Iowa on Sunday, August 21 from noon – 3:00 p.m.  Christus House is located just west of Gloria Dei Lutheran at 123 Market St. … Continue reading →

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August Newsletter

Posted on July 24, 2016 by Pastor

The August Newsletter is now available.  Click here to be taken to that page.

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Community Prayer Service for Peace and Healing

Posted on July 19, 2016 by Pastor

Community Prayer Service for Peace and Healing this Sunday, July 24 at 6:15 p.m. at Bethany Lutheran Church. Pass the word. This event is sponsored by the West Branch Area Religious Council.

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New App from Augsburg Fortress

Posted on July 13, 2016 by Pastor

Augsburg Fortress, the publishing house of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, recently introduced their first mobile app featuring Luther’s Small Catechism.  This short resource is Luther’s guide to the basics of the Christian faith.  This app can be downloaded … Continue reading →

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God’s work. Our hands. Sunday – It’s coming September 11

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Pastor

Here is a video clip from the ELCA of 2015 highlights to get the excitement rolling for this year. ELCA Video of 2015 God’s work. Our hands. Sunday 

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Adult Bible School Opportunity at Zion Lutheran Iowa City

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Pastor

Bethany members have been invited to attend the 8th Annual Adult Vacation Bible School at Zion Lutheran Church in Iowa City, August 1-5.  This course will meet daily from 8:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.  This year’s theme is “Fresh Perspectives … Continue reading →

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