SERMON: “So Close but So Far”
SCRIPTURE READING: John 14:8-14
NEXT WEEK: John 14:15-31
SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…
GREETERS:
ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)
Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)
NURSERY: Diane Harman
NEXT WEEK: Diane Laughner
TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Marty Andrews
NEXT WEEK: Tom Gleghorn
TODAY
Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Chuck Hoffman (Dad of Pam Martsolf) who passed away September 12.
Reformed Tradition 101
Recent events in our denomination have spurred a renewed interest in our Reformed heritage. The Elective Sunday School Class is hosting a series in the fundamentals of Reformed doctrine starting TODAY! It will be facilitated by Murat Tanyel and will last 7 weeks.
Brown Bag Lunch Conversation Sunday September 18 following the
2nd worship service. Unable to attend any of the fireside chats to discuss Bethel’s investigation of leaving the PCUSA for another reformed body? Join us for another brown bag lunch in the warm, dry and bug free confines of Fellowship Hall to listen and share. Find out what happened at the Presbyterian Fellowship Gathering in Minneapolis and much more. Bring a lunch and be part of the conversation
CHAOS
Regular meeting at church 6:30pm TONIGHT!!
FIRESIDE CHATS
Join the Tippin family around a bonfire at the manse tonight. Come and enjoy fellowship and talk about nonsense, theology, Bible and denominational situations. Bring whatever you would like to cook over the fire, drinks and a lawn chair. The entire family is welcome. The fellowship will begin at 7:00PM tonight.
No sign up required, just show up weather permitting
CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….
Sunday…………….Sept 18
WORSHIP 8:30AM
Sunday School 9:45AM
WORSHIP 11:00AM
Brown Bag Lunch Following 2nd service
CHAOS 6:30PM
Fireside Chat 7:00PM
Monday……………Sept 19
FPU 6:30PM
Tuesday……………Sept 20
MOMS in Touch 9:00AM
Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM
Prayer 7:00PM
Deacons 7:30PM
Session 7:30PM
Wednesday………...Sept 21
Choir 7:00PM
Worship Team 8:15PM
Thursday..................Sept 22
AWANA 6:30PM
Friday……………..Sept 23
7th & 8th Grade Party 7:00PM Verenski’s House
Saturday…………...Sept 24
Worship Team 9:00AM
Sr High Party 6:00PM -Grim’s House
Sunday…………….Sept 25
WORSHIP 8:30AM
Sunday School 9:45AM
WORSHIP 11:00AM
SYATP Rally Riverwalk in New Castle
ANNOUNCEMENTS
AWANA IS BACK!!!
WHAT: Awana is a children's ministry that develops spiritually strong children and youth who faithfully follows Jesus Christ! Its activities offer a proven approach for evangelizing and discipling kids in the church and community. WHO: Bethel's Awana is for children in grades K-6. HOW: Materials and uniforms are FREE for your child's first set! WHY: Your children have an awesome, fun-filled time with our staff while receiving discipleship training! WHEN & WHERE: Awana meets at Bethel Church every Thursday at 6:30pm. Hope to see you there!!
Any questions see Angelo!!
The church family is invited to a Tureen Dinner on Sunday, September 25 after the 2nd service to meet our new youth pastor, Gregory Aydt and his fiancee, Heather.
If your last name begins with A-N, please bring a salad, vegetable or casserole of your choice.
If your last name begins with O-Z, please bring a dessert.
Meat, rolls, drinks and table service will be provided.
UPCOMING CHAOS SCHEDULE
7th & 8th Grade Party
Friday, September 23
Party to meet Greg at the Verenskis 7:00PM
Bring your swimming suit. Parents are welcome!!
Sr High Party
Saturday, September 24
Party to meet Greg at the Grims 6:00PM
SEE YOU AT THE POLE RALLY
Sunday, September 25
See You at the Pole Rally at The Riverwalk in New Castle
We will ride share……details to follow
SEE YOU AT THE POLE
Wednesday, September 28 7:00AM
Meet around your school flag pole to pray in the morning.
In the evening we will attend the New Castle event sponsored by
L CYM. Details to follow.
NOMINATING COMMITTEE
Nominating Committee welcomes your suggestions of names for nomination to offices of Elder, Deacon, Trustee, Nominating Committee, Nursery Supervisor and Auditor. If you have someone you would like the Committee to consider for one of the above offices contact Rusty George by email at rusty0616@hotmailcom. Nursery Supervisor and Auditor do not have to be members of the church. All other offices must be members in good standing who participate regularly in the life of the church and must have agreed in advance to be considered by the Committee for the position.
STUDY TIME
Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time.
REMINDER!!!!!
If you unlock a door be sure it is locked when you leave. Be sure lights are off both inside and out. All Fellowship Hall non scheduled activities must be scheduled through the office
Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of October & November.
Beverages (Juice, tea, coffee)
Monetary donations are also accepted.
Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.
MISSION ADVOCATES: Please check your folders for updated material on your mission. Folders are in coat room.
