SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 21:1-11
Next Week: Matthew 28:1-10
SERMON: “Perhaps More than Palms
SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…
GREETERS: Jim & Patty Wilson (8:30)
Cosgrove Family (11:00)
ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)
Carolyn McQuiston(11:00)
NURSERY: Karen Beatty
NEXT WEEK: Josh & Jocelyn White
TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Becky Raney
NEXT WEEK: Tom Whippo
TODAY
SPECIAL OFFERING…..A special offering will be received today for Japan Disaster which will go through Samaritan’s Purse.
CELEBRATION OF THE WORD…..All are invited to join the Bible in 90 Days Group; a Joint Sunday School TODAY in fellowship hall.
Articles for the May newsletter are due TODAY! Please email to office@bethelupchurch.org or jbs417@windstream.net or leave in tray on office door
CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….
Sunday…………….April 17
WORSHIP 8:30AM
Joint Sunday School 9:45AM
Celebration of the Word
WORSHIP 11:00AM
MACA Community Choir Festival
Westfield 4:00PM
CHAOS 6:30PM
Monday through Friday
Holy Week Services 6:45AM
Mt Jackson Church
Tuesday…………...April 19
Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM
Prayer 7:00PM
Deacon 7:30PM
Session 7:30PM
Wednesday…….….April 20
Choir 7:00PM
Worship Team 8:00PM
Thursday………….April 21
Maundy Thursday
Tureen 6:30PM
Worship 7:30PM
Friday……………..April 22
Good Friday Service 7:30PM
Sunday…………….April 24
Sunrise 7:00AM
Breakfast 8:00AM
Sunday School 9:45AM
WORSHIP 11:00AM
ANNOUNCEMENTS
If you see something that's unsafe or broke, please tell a trustee or the church office so it can be fixed.
Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time.
Wednesday April 20 the Library Ladies will not be in the Library to assist you but feel free to visit until noon when the office closes!
SOCCER CLEATS
If you have any previously used soccer cleats, Erin Kissling is collecting them for the Messiah College Men’s Soccer Team to take to Columbia for the kids there. Please give them to Erin by April 24, 2011. Thank You!
"Anyone who was unable to come to Dance Your Heart Out that would still like to see it: we are looking into showing the video of it in the church fellowship hall on Friday, April 29, at 7:30 pm. There is a sign-up sheet in the narthex. Contact Nathan Parrott with any questions."
SERMON TOPICS…..This summer I would like to take a few weeks to preach on passages or topics which are on your minds and hearts. So go ahead and write down your requests and put it in the container on the outside of my office door or send via e-mail. You can pick a particular verse, passage or question in general. I cannot guarantee that I will preach on all submissions but will do my best. Yes, I know this is only April but I like to plan ahead. -Thanks, Pastor Mark
New Membership Class ~ Come and explore if God is calling you to become a member at Bethel. We will look at several areas of what it means to be a Christian and an active disciple of Jesus Christ as a member of Bethel. If you are not certain if you are ready to join Bethel this is the place to help you make that decision. We will meet for 6 weeks during the Sunday School hour in the Pastor’s office beginning May 1. Please call the church office to inform us of your intention to join us.
AWANA
The youth in Bethel's Awana ministry would love to see your faith displayed as you spend about 20 minutes to teach them wisdom from Scriptures! To see other adults "working out their salvation" is an exciting experience to these children, and if you're thinking right now "But I don't know what or how to teach!" don't worry: Angelo has a book full of lessons that are easy, with step-by-step instructions on how to deliver it, and all the information you need!! See Angelo or call him 724-667-7218 if you're interested: you will be a blessing to the children!!
BETHEL FLOTILLA
Save the date: May 30 (Monday, Memorial Day weekend)! Emboldened by their past aquatic endeavors, Capt. Mark and fellow sailor Angelo are committed for yet another river trip, but this time the invitation is extended to all who would like to join! Leaving from Warren, PA (2.5 hour drive Northeast, north of Allegheny National Forest), this trip is about 15 miles long (5-6 hours downriver), following the Allegheny River, and ending at the Buckaloons Recreation Area. Cost is $50 per canoe or double kayak; $45 per single kayak; $25 if you bring your own boat. Paddlers must begin this trip no later than 9 a.m. The latest pickup is at 4:30 p.m. See Mark or Angelo if you plan to go or for details!
Bethel United Presbyterian Church in western PA is seeking a full-time Youth and Young Adult Ministry Pastor. The candidate will hold to a Reformed and evangelical view of theology. The successful candidate will have a passionate and growing relationship with Jesus Christ and a strong call to serve youth and young adults. Bethel is a vibrant rural congregation blessed with a strong sense of community and many young families. Please submit resumes to mark@bethelupchurch.org
