Author Archives: Pastor

Called Together in Mission

Posted on January 27, 2015 by Pastor

What: Called Together in Mission (CTIM) When: Saturday, March 14, 2015 Where: First Lutheran, Cedar Rapids Why: To grow in your faith and spend time with others from our synod   Please consider attending this annual workshop sponsored by the … Continue reading →

Posted in Education | Comments Off on Called Together in Mission

Prayer Requests

Posted on January 22, 2015 by Pastor

Our prayer team will be gathering tonight and praying for all those at Bethany. Additionally, if you have any other prayer requests to be lifted up by the team please get them to me. They will remain confidential – I … Continue reading →

Posted in Ministries | Comments Off on Prayer Requests

Bowling this Sunday for Middle and High School Children

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Pastor

Since EPIC was unable to go bowling a few weeks ago, we have rescheduled to go this Sunday afternoon January 18.  We plan to go to Colonial Lanes in Iowa City.  We will meet at the church and head out … Continue reading →

Posted in Youth | Comments Off on Bowling this Sunday for Middle and High School Children

New Study Coming Soon

Posted on January 14, 2015 by Pastor

Our ladies Bible Study has been meeting at Bethany for over seven years.  We have forged wonderful friendships and strengthened our faith together.  We are about to embark on a new journey towards growing in our faith and improving our … Continue reading →

Posted in Education | Comments Off on New Study Coming Soon

Update on Cancellations

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Pastor

Due to extreme temperatures a decision has been made to cancel all church activities tomorrow, January 7. This includes Men’s Morning Bible Study, Choir practice, Cross Training and Affirmation of Baptism.  Blessings and thanks for your understanding!

Posted in News | Comments Off on Update on Cancellations

EPIC Bowling Cancelled Today

Posted on January 4, 2015 by Pastor

Due to the falling temperatures and potential for white-out conditions the EPIC bowling trip to Tipton this afternoon has been cancelled.  We will regroup and either try to reschedule or plan something else.

Posted in Youth | Comments Off on EPIC Bowling Cancelled Today

Annual Meeting Notice

Posted on January 2, 2015 by Pastor

Please see the attached letter from Council President, Del Hughes, about our upcoming Annual Meeting on January 18th.  Please plan to attend. Annual Meeting Notice

Posted in News | Comments Off on Annual Meeting Notice

January 2015 Newsletter

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Pastor

The January 2015 Newsletter is now available to read.  Happy New Year! January 2015 Newsletter

Posted in News | Comments Off on January 2015 Newsletter

Quarterly Stewardship Newsletter

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Pastor

The latest quarterly stewardship newsletter is complete and can be viewed now. December 2014 Quarterly Stewardship Newsletter

Posted in Stewardship | Comments Off on Quarterly Stewardship Newsletter

Bishop Eaton Addresses Issues of Racial Justice

Posted on December 15, 2014 by Pastor

Watch ELCA Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton as she addresses issues of racial justice. The YouTube link is below. Bishop Eaton YouTube Video on Racial Justice

Posted in News | Comments Off on Bishop Eaton Addresses Issues of Racial Justice