Author Archives: Pastor

School Supplies Drive

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Pastor

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 →

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“God’s work. Our hands.” Sunday is coming!

Posted on July 5, 2015 by Pastor

Once again this year we will respond to God’s grace by going out with thousands of our sisters and brothers in Christ in the ELCA on a dedicated day of service on September 13 following a shortened worship service. We … Continue reading →

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Quarterly Stewardship Newsletter

Posted on July 3, 2015 by Pastor

The quarterly stewardship newsletter is done and can be viewed below. June 2015 Quarterly Stewardship Newsletter

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July Food Pantry Need List

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Pastor

Thank you to all for the abundance of donations received for the food pantry.  We are making a huge difference and the list is much shorter this month as the pantry is getting well stocked again.  See the new list … Continue reading →

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Malaria Campaign Video

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Pastor

Watch the latest video put out by the ELCA Malaria Campaign.  We are nearly to our $15 million goal as a church.  Thanks to all of you here at Bethany.  We gave over $1100 in May to help reach this … Continue reading →

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Community Meal Tonight

Posted on June 28, 2015 by Pastor

Join us @ Bethany tonight from 5:00-6:00 pm for a free community meal open to all people (not just Bethany members).  Come eat, talk, and enjoy.  That’s all to it.

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2015 Synod Assembly Recap

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Pastor

Click here to be taken to the Synod website for a recap of the recent Synod Assembly.

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Bishop Eaton’s Response to Charleston, SC Shootings

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Pastor

Each of us, individually and corporately, are encouraged to read Bishop Eaton’s response to the tragic incident in Charleston, SC.  We are invited to pray, reflect, and then move forward as people of God calling for a halt to all … Continue reading →

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Listening Posts for Parents of Youth

Posted on June 25, 2015 by Pastor

Attention parents of all children and youth!  As a community grounded in the love of Christ we do our best to faithfully respond to our call to share that love with all; especially the children and youth here at Bethany … Continue reading →

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Introduction to Grief Session

Posted on June 5, 2015 by Pastor

Please join us June 17th for a session on grief.  Please see the flier below.  All are invited to attend. Grief Meeting Flier

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