tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37428418271263642842012-02-03T11:24:24.670-05:00angelohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09895066045140024989noreply@blogger.comBlogger1791100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-25024678306605906432012-02-03T11:15:00.002-05:002012-02-03T11:24:24.680-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 18:15-18 &amp; 25-38<br />Next Week: John 18:19-40 <br />SERMON: “Are We Like Peter?”</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY<br />GREETERS:<br />8:30AM Don &amp; Debbie Keeley<br />11:00AM Bob Ponziani Family<br />NURSERY:<br />TODAY: Jocelyn White <br />NEXT WEEK: <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP: <br />TODAY: Beth Laughner<br />NEXT WEEK: Rob Cosgrove<br /><br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong><span style="color:#cc0000;">BPSM Super Bowl Party<br />Beatty’s 5:30PM<br />Boys bring Pop<br />Girls bring snacks<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#993399;">New Sunday school Study: “Lamb of God” in the Elective Class across from the H.O.P.E. room downstairs. The study is an Easter focus and will end on Palm Sunday. All are welcome</span><br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….Feb 5 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />BPSM Super Bowl Party<br />Beatty’s 5:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Feb 7 <br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Worship 7:00PM<br /><br />Wednesday………...Feb 8 <br />Library Open 9:00AM – 2:30PM<br />Membership/Evangelism 6:30PM<br />Choir 7:00PM<br /><br />Thursday…………..Feb 9 <br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday…………….Feb 12 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />ENCOUNTER<br />7TH --8TH 5:00PM-7:00PM<br />9TH --12TH 6:00PM-8:00PM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#660000;">VALENTINE GIFTS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS<br />Once again the Deacons are going to purchase gift cards for our college students for Valentine’s Day. If you would like to help out with these gifts, monetary donations may be given to any Deacons. Also, if there is any address changes for a college student, please let the church office know</span>.<br /><br /><strong>YOUTH AUX/FAMILY CONNECTION<br /></strong>February 12 6:00PM-7:00PM<br />All Parents of BPSM students welcome!!<br /><br /><strong>BPSM WINTER RETREAT<br />March 2 – 4:00PM through March 4 – 4:00PM<br />Register by February 19th Money due by March 2<br /></strong><br /><span style="color:#009900;">“Remember when we used to have dinners??? Dinner!”<br />Have you heard the question asked, remember when we used to have dinners? Well mark your calendars for Sunday, February 26 after 2nd service. Call it a “Potluck or a Tureen” but bring a dish to share and your competitive Spirit for a “friendly” competition?!?!<br /><br /></span>Nursery volunteers are needed! Please see Rachael Hodge to sign up. Thank You!<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">PROJECT H.O.P.E.<br />Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of February &amp; March<br />Hygiene products (toothpaste, soap, deodorant, shampoo)<br />Monetary donations are also accepted. <br />Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.</span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-2502467830660590643?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-86635410193633781662012-01-13T13:43:00.002-05:002012-01-13T13:56:42.227-05:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: Acts 5:12-42 <br />NEXT WEEK: John 17:20-26 <br />SERMON</span> <br /> <br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY <br /></strong>GREETERS: <br />11:00AM Dawna Aiken &amp; Barb Raney <br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: <br />8:30AM Nathan Parrott <br />11:00AM Janice Grim <br />NURSERY: <br />TODAY: Kelly Davis <br />NEXT WEEK: Janet &amp; Rebekah Whippo <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP: <br />TODAY: Dave Meyer <br />NEXT WEEK: Marty Andrews <br /> <br /><strong>TODAY <br /></strong><span style="color:#cc0000;">Today in worship we install and/or ordain our recently elected Elders, Trustees and Deacons. They are: <br />Elder: Hugh Laughner, *Russ Ponziani, Fred Raney <br />Trustee: Rob Cosgrove, Rhae Leslie <br />Deacon : *Janice Grim, Liz Parrott <br />*To be ordained <br /></span> <br /><span style="color:#009900;">A BIG THANK YOU to those officers who completed their term of 2011. They are: <br />Elder: Duane Arisman, Gary Harman, Hugh Laughner <br />Trustee: Becky Raney, Tom Whippo <br />Deacon: Nellie Gagliano, Beth Kissling, Jaci Trosky</span> <br /><span style="color:#009900;"> <br /></span>CALENDAR OF EVENTS…………. <br />Sunday…………….Jan 15 <br /></span>WORSHIP 8:30AM <br />Sunday School 9:45AM <br />WORSHIP <br />11:00AM <br />ENCOUNTER <br />7TH &amp; 8TH Grade 5:00PM -7:00PM <br />9th – 12th Grade 6:00PM - 8:00PM <br /> <br />Tuesday……………Jan 17 <br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM <br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM <br />Prayer 7:00PM <br />Deacons 7:30PM <br />Session 7:30PM <br />Trustees 7:30PM <br /> <br />Wednesday………...Jan 18 <br />Library Open 9:00AM – 2:30PM <br />Choir 7:00PM <br /> <br />Thursday…………..Jan 19 <br />Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM <br />AWANA 6:30PM <br /> <br />Friday……………..Jan 20 <br />BPSM (<strong>B</strong>ethel <strong>P</strong>resbyterian <strong>S</strong>tudent <strong>M</strong>inistry) <br />– Bigger &amp; Better 6:00PM-9:00PM <br /> <br />Sunday……………..Jan 22 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM <br />Sunday School 9:45AM <br />WORSHIP 11:00AM <br />CONGREGATIONAL TUREEN &amp; MEETING FOLLOWING 2ND SERVICE <br />ENCOUNTER <br />7TH --8TH 5:00PM-7:00PM <br />9TH --12TH 6:00PM-8:00PM <br /> <br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS <br /></strong><span style="color:#cc0000;">Congregational Meeting Sunday, January 22, 2012 <br />Tureen to follow 11:00 service <br />If your last name begins with A-M please bring a covered dish <br />If your last name begins with N-Z please bring a dessert or salad <br />Meat, rolls, beverage and table service will be furnished</span>. <br /> <br />Nathan Parrott is compiling the end of the year Sunday School report for 2011. If your Sunday School class did anything special that you would like to have included in the report, please contact Nathan ASAP or give it to Cindy in the church office. Thanks &amp; Happy 2012! <br />Nursery volunteers are needed! Please see Rachael Hodge or call her at 724-336-4190 to sign up. Thank You! <br /> <br />PROJECT H.O.P.E. <br />Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of January <br />Canned soup and crackers <br />Monetary donations are also accepted. Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-8663541019363378166?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-52013621762149353662012-01-07T11:26:00.002-05:002012-01-07T11:38:03.528-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 17:6-19<br />NEXT WEEK: <br /><br />SERMON: “A Prayer of Love”</span> <br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: <br />8:30AM Mitchell Grim<br />11:00AM Carolyn McQuiston <br /><br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP: <br />TODAY: Rhae Leslie<br />NEXT WEEK: Dave Meyer<br /><br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Joint Sunday School--Dismissal Policy of Shenango Presbytery in the fellowship hall</strong></span><br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….Jan 8 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Joint Sunday School 9:45AM<br />Worship 11:00AM<br />ENCOUNTER<br />7TH &amp; 8TH Grade 5:00PM -7:00PM<br />9th – 12th Grade 6:00PM - 8:00PM<br /><br />Monday……………Jan 9 <br />Adoption/Orphan Ministry Prayer 7:00PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Jan 10 <br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />CE 7:00PM<br />Mission 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………...Jan 11 <br />Library Open 9:00AM – 2:30PM<br />Choir 7:00PM<br />Thursday…………..Jan 12 AWANA 6:30PM<br />Saturday…………..Jan 14 Senior High SNAC 7:00PM-10:00PM<br /><br />Sunday……………..Jan 15 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />ENCOUNTER<br />7TH --8TH 5:00PM-7:00PM<br />9TH --12TH 6:00PM-8:00PM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#006600;">PRAYER FOR OUR ORPHAN CARE/ADOPTION MINISTRY:COME JOIN US MONDAY NIGHT AT 7:00 IN THE SANCTUARY AS WE PRAY FOR THE LORD'S DIRECTION IN STARTING THIS IMPORTANT MINISTRY</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Nathan Parrott is compiling the end of the year Sunday School report for 2011. If your Sunday School class did anything special that you would like to have included in the report, please contact Nathan ASAP or give it to Cindy in the church office. Thanks &amp; Happy 2012!<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Nursery volunteers are needed! Please see Rachael Hodge <br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;"><br />PROJECT H.O.P.E.<br />Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of January<br />Canned soup and crackers<br />Monetary donations are also accepted. Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.<br /><br /></span><br />OFFERING ENVELOPES If you currently do not use offering envelopes and would like them for 2012 please contact the church office. Please pick up your envelopes in the overflow room.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-5201362176214935366?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-70569865460115117212011-12-16T11:58:00.002-05:002011-12-16T12:16:32.601-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Exodus 17:1-7<br />SERMON (8:30)</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#000099;">CANTATA (11:00) “I lOVE TO TELL THE STORY”<br />PIANO ACCOMPANIST – Mrs. Eleanor Hodge<br />Flautist – Ms. Victoria Thompson</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">Director – Mr. Lon McClearn</span><br /><br /><br />SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />GREETERS:<br />8:30AM Dick &amp; Nancy Gibson<br />11:00AM Tim Kissling Family<br />ADVENT CANDLE: <br />8:30AM Doug Verenski Family<br />11:00AM Rob Cosgrove Family <br />ORGANIST/PIANIST:<br />8:30AM Nathan Parrott<br />11:00AM Janice Grim<br />NURSERY: <br />TODAY: Lindsay &amp; Andy Young <br />NEXT WEEK: <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP: <br />TODAY: Tom Gleghorn<br />NEXT WEEK: Becky Raney <br /><br />TODAY<br /><span style="color:#993399;">Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Charlotte J Cochran( Mother of Vickie Allison) who passed away December 7, 2011</span>. <br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">The Deacon Emergency Fund – A revised and improved Deacon Emergency Fund was outlined during last week’s service. It is a mission that is seeing an increasing need within the church and needs your help. Please use the envelope in the bulletin today or take it home and consider making a donation next week. We hope that during this Advent season and each communion throughout the year, you will consider this as a way to help someone who might be sitting next to you but doesn’t want you to know their need. Please make checks payable to Bethel Deacons and place in offering plate</span><br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….Dec 18 FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Dec 20 <br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Home of Cheri Ponziani<br />Prayer 7:00PM<br />Deacons 7:30PM <br />Session 7:30PM <br /><br />Wednesday………...Dec 21 <br />Choir 7:00PM<br />Worship Team 8:00PM<br /><br />Thursday...................Dec 22 <br />AWANA 6:30PM<br />Saturday……………Dec 24 <br />Worship Team 9:00AM<br /><br />Sunday……………..Dec 25 <br />Joint Family Sunday School 9:45AM <br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#993399;">Sunday December 25-</span><br /><span style="color:#993399;">9:45AM joint Family Sunday School</span><br /><span style="color:#993399;">11:00AM Worship</span><br /><span style="color:#993399;">Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper will be celebrated on Christmas Day by intinction.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#993399;"></span><br />CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES:<br /><span style="color:#009900;">5:00pm &amp; 7:00pm</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">OFFERING ENVELOPES<br />If you currently do not use offering envelopes and would like them for 2012 please contact the church office. For those who already use offering envelopes they are ready for pick up in the over flow room</span>.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7056986546011511721?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-27577910835781467402011-12-10T10:58:00.002-05:002011-12-10T11:09:34.058-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Psalm 100<br />NEXT WEEK: Exodus 17:1-7</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">SERMON: “Thanksgiving Revisited”</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Laura Gleghorn &amp; Sue Rimbey (8:30)<br />Rob Cosgrove Family (11:00)<br />ADVENT CANDLE: Tom Whippo Family (8:30)<br />Russell Ponziani Family (11:00) <br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Peyton Richards (8:30)<br />Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />NURSERY: <br />TODAY: Meyers Family <br />NEXT WEEK: Lindsay &amp; Andy Young<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP: <br />TODAY: Marty Andrews<br />NEXT WEEK: Tom Gleghorn <br /><br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong>Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Myrtle Obrist (Mother of Amy Hoffman) who passed away December 3, 2011.<br /><br />Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Barbara Thomson (Mother of former Pastor Rev. James Thomson) who passed away November 20, 2011.<br /><br />The poinsettias are in memory of husband Leroy, parents Carl &amp; Orpha Rice and brother Gary by Shirley Kuhn.<br /><br />A MACA fire fund offering will be taken today for the Wade McWilliams Family. Silver offering plates are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary for your donations. Make checks payable to Bethel Deacons and put McWilliams Fire Fund on memo line.<br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;">The Deacon Emergency Fund – A revised and improved Deacon Emergency Fund will be outlined during today’s service. It is a mission that is seeing an increasing need within the church and needs your help. Please use the envelope in the bulletin today or take it home and consider making a donation next week. We hope that during this Advent season and each communion throughout the year, you will consider this as a way to help someone who might be sitting next to you but doesn’t want you to know their</span><br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….Dec 11 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br />Tuesday……………Dec 13 <br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /><br />Wednesday………...Dec 14 <br />Library Open 9:00AM-2:30PM<br />Cantata Practice 7:00PM<br />Choir 8:00PM<br /><br />Thursday...................Dec 15 <br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday……………..Dec 18 FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP CANTATA 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />MISSION ADVOCATES: Please check your folders for updated material on your mission. Folders are in coat room.<br /><br />PROJECT H.O.P.E.<br />Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of December/January<br />Canned soup and crackers<br />Monetary donations are also accepted. Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#cc0000;">Poinsettias<br />Deacons are offering Poinsettias again this year. Cost will be $6.00 Envelopes are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary. <br />Orders must be placed TODAY!!!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#009900;">The Bethel Christmas Card Post Office is in operation. If you would like to send cards to people who will be in worship during the Advent Season please drop them in the alphabetically indexed box in the narthex</span>.<br /><br /><strong>OFFERING ENVELOPES<br />If you currently do not use offering envelopes and would like them for 2012 please contact the church office. For those who already use offering envelopes they are ready for pick up in the over flow room</strong>.<br /><br />FIRE FUND<br />The Wade McWilliams family has lost everything in a fire recently. The family needs everything. Donations of small appliances, furniture, household goods, and clothing are welcome. Children include a 6yr old boy; pants 7-8, shirt 6-7 and shoe size boys size one. A four year old boy; pants size 4-5, shirt, 4-5, and shoe size child size 11. And a two year old girl; pants 3-4, shirt 3-4 and shoe size, child's 8. If interested in donating any of the items contact Delta Stoner<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#006600;">CHRISTMAS EVE-TWO SERVICES</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#006600;">5:00 &amp; 7:00pm</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#006600;"></span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#006600;">CHRISTMAS DAY-</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#006600;">9:45am -Joint Sunday School</span></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#006600;">11:00- Worship</span></strong><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-2757791083578146740?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-61282546916728529122011-12-02T20:29:00.002-05:002011-12-02T20:44:57.627-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11<br />NEXT WEEK: Psalm 100<br />SERMON</span><br /><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</strong>…<br /><br />GREETERS: Angelo Sun Family (8:30)<br />Russ Ponziani Family (11:00)<br />ADVENT CANDLE: Angelo Sun Family (8:30)<br />Doug Montgomery Family (11:00) <br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Chris Arisman (8:30)<br />Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br /><strong>NURSERY:</strong> <br />TODAY: Chris Arisman <br />NEXT WEEK: Meyers Family<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP:<br />TODAY: Dave Meyer<br />NEXT WEEK: Marty Andrews<br /><br /><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">The SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER will be observed during morning worship. Anyone who has been baptized in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and who is trusting in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior is welcome to partake. For children who have not yet publicly professed their faith, Bethel’s practice is to allow them to participate, if in the judgment of their parents, they understand that Jesus died for their sins</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Meeting following 11:00AM worship today concerning Denomination Affiliation for those concerned about the direction the Session is leading us in. Come and share your concerns to Pastor Mark and Elder Hugh Laughner. Room off of Fellowship Hall.<br /></span><br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">YOUTH AUXILIARY WILL MEET TONIGHT AT 5:00BRING YOUR IDEAS TO DISCUSS WITH PASTOR GREG!</span><br /><br /><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /></strong><br />Sunday…………….Dec 4 SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT<br />WORSHIP –COMMUNION 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP-COMMUNION 11:00AM<br />Auxiliary Meeting 5:00PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Monday……………Dec 5 FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Dec 6 <br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /><br />Wednesday………...Dec 7 <br />Library Open 9:00AM-2:30PM<br />Cantata Practice 7:00PM<br />Choir 8:00PM<br /><br />Thursday...................Dec 8 AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday……………..Dec 11 THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><br />FPU Alumni Reunion Join the FPU class of 2011 Monday Dec. 5th at 6:30pm. We will be watching the bonus lesson on giving, a great reminder that if we live like no one else, later we can GIVE like no one else! Please bring a dish to share because what's a party without food?!?! RSVP by Dec 1st<br /><br /><span style="color:#666600;">PRAYER FOR ADOPTION/ORPHAN CARE MINISTRY-DEC 5TH , 7:00 IN THE SANCTUARY<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Poinsettias<br />Deacons are offering Poinsettias again this year. Cost will be $6.00 Envelopes are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary. <br />Orders must be placed by December 11!!<br /></span><br />OFFERING ENVELOPES<br />If you currently do not use offering envelopes and would like them for 2012 please contact the church office.<br /><br /><strong>FIRE FUND<br /></strong>The Wade McWilliams family has lost everything in a fire recently. The family needs everything. Donations of small appliances, furniture, household goods, and clothing are welcome. Children include a 6yr old boy; pants 7-8, shirt 6-7 and shoe size boys size one. A four year old boy; pants size 4-5, shirt, 4-5, and shoe size child size 11. And a two year old girl; pants 3-4, shirt 3-4 and shoe size, child's 8, If interested in donating any of the items contact Delta Stoner .<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">A MACA fire fund offering will be taken this Sunday and next. Silver offering plates are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary for your donations. Make checks payable to Bethel Deacons and put McWilliams Fire Fund on memo line.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CANTATA PRACTICE<br />Cantata practices are every Wednesday evening from<br />7:00PM-8:00PM Regular choir 8:00PM-8:30PM. <br />Cantata will be Sunday, December 18.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">5:00PM &amp; 7:00PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#660000;">SUNDAY DECEMBER 25, 2011<br />9:45AM JOINT FAMILY SUNDAY SCHOOL<br />11:00AM WORSHIP<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#663366;">PROJECT H.O.P.E.<br />Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of December/January<br />Canned soup and crackers<br />Monetary donations are also accepted. <br />Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.</span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-6128254691672852912?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-24334248658233912702011-11-24T10:03:00.002-05:002011-11-24T10:27:35.378-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: 1THESSALONIANS 4:13-18</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">NEXT WEEK: 1 THESSALONIANS 5;1-11</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">SERMON - NO TITLE</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><strong><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</span></strong><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">LIGHTING ADVENT CANDLE</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">8:30am -Hugh Laughner Family</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">11:00am - Murat Tanyel Family</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">MUSIC - Praise Team</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">NURSERY: Rob &amp; Rachael Hodge</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">NEXT WEEK: </span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">TRUSTEE LOCKING UP:</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">TODAY - BETH LAUGHNER</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">NEXT WEEK - DAVE MEYER</span><br /><br /><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS</strong><br />Monday - Nov 28<br />FPU 6:30pm<br /><br />Tuesday Nov. 29<br />Moms in Touch 9:00am<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00am<br /><br />Wed - Nov 30<br />Library Open 9:00am-2:30pm<br />Cantata Practice 7:00pm<br />Choir - 8:00pm<br /><br />Thursday Dec 1<br />AWANA 6:30pm<br /><br />Sunday Dec 4<br />Worship-Communion 8:30am<br />Sunday School 9:45am<br />Worship-Communion 11:00am<br />Auxiliary Meeting 5:00pm<br />CHAOS - 6:30pm<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS</strong><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Youth Auxiliary will meet on Dec. 4th at 5:00 Bring your ideas to discuss with Pastor Greg</span><br /><br /><strong>FPU Alumni Reunion</strong><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Join the FPU class of 2011 Monday Dec 5th at 6;30pm. We will be watching the bonus lesson on giving, a great reminder that if we live like no one else, later we can GIVE like no one else!</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><strong>Prayer for Adoption/Orphan Care Ministry</strong><br /><strong>Dec 5th -7:00pm in the sanctuary</strong><br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;">Poinsettias</span><br /><span style="color:#990000;">Deacons are offering Poinsettias again this year. Cost will be $6.00 Envelopes are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary. Orders MUST BE PLACED by Dec. 11</span><br /><span style="color:#990000;"></span><br /><strong>ELECTION RESULTS, CLASS OF 2014</strong><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;">Auditor: Jim Gagliano</span><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;">Elder: Hugh Laughner, Fred Raney, Russ Ponziani</span><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;">Deacon: Liz Parrott, Janice Grim</span><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;">Trustee: Rhae Leslie Rob Cosgrove</span><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;">Nomination: Boyd Laughner, Lindy Brown, Nellie Gagliano, Susan Krauss</span><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;">Nursery: Racheal Hodge</span><br /><br /><strong>CANTATA PRACTICE</strong><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Cantata practices are every Wed. evening from 7:00PM - 8:00PM Regular choir 8:00PM-8:30Pm Cantata will be Sunday, December 18</span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-2433424865823391270?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-73936540172431195462011-11-18T17:46:00.003-05:002011-11-18T18:25:37.405-05:00<span style="color:#000066;">MOMENT FOR MISSION: Adoption/Orphan Ministry<br />Tom Whippo (8:30) Jancie Grim (11:00)<br /></span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 17:1-5<br />NEXT WEEK: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-8<br />SERMON: “The Restoration of Glory” </span><br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;"><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /></strong>GREETERS: Gary &amp; Diane Harman (8:30)<br />Josh &amp; Jocelyn White (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br />Janice Grim (11:00)<br />NURSERY:<br />TODAY: Karen Beatty<br />NEXT WEEK: Rob &amp; Rachael Hodge<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP:<br />TODAY: Tom Whippo </span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">NEXT WEEK: Beth Laughner</span><br /><span style="color:#006600;"></span><br />TODAY<br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">CONGREGATIONAL MEETING<br />A congregational meeting has been called for today, November 20th, 2011 after the 8:30 worship for the purpose of amending the Bethel Church by laws to require a 10% quorum for all congregational meetings, and to elect church officers for the Class ending 2014.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#009900;">PROJECT H.O.P.E.<br />Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of December/January<br />Canned soup and crackers<br />Monetary donations are also accepted.<br />Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.<br /><br /></span><br /><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS</strong>………….<br />Sunday…………….Nov 20<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br />Thanksgiving Service 7:00PM<br />St Lawrence Church<br /><br />Monday……………Nov 21<br />FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Nov 22<br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Prayer 7:00PM<br />Session 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………...Nov 23<br />Cantata Practice 7:00PM<br />Choir 8:00PM<br />Worship Team 8:30PM<br /><br />Saturday……………Nov 26<br />Worship Team 9:00AM<br /><br />Sunday……………..Nov 27 FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#660000;">Library will not be open Wednesday, November 23 but continues to be open on Wednesdays from 9:00AM – 2:30PM.<br /></span><br />YOUTH AUXILIARY WILL MEET ON DEC. 4TH AT 5:00BRING YOUR IDEAS TO DISCUSS WITH PASTOR GREG!<br /><br />IS ANYONE INTERESTED IN ORGANIZING THE CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM? Please contact Janice Grim<br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Poinsettias<br />Deacons will be offering Poinsettias again this year.<br />Cost will be $6.00<br />Orders will be taken starting November 27. Watch bulletin for more details.<br /><br /></span><strong>CANTATA PRACTICE<br />Cantata practices are every Wednesday evening from<br />7:00PM-8:00PM Regular choir 8:00PM-8:30PM.<br />Cantata will be Sunday, December 18.<br /><br /></strong>Mark, the girls and I, wish to thank each and every one of you for your prayers and the wonderful basket that you gave us. There was so much love and thought put into that basket. The girls were jumping up and down at the gifts in the basket. Our family feels so blessed to be part of Bethel. God bless to all of you. In Christ Love, Jennifer Tippin<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">Dear Bethel Family, There are too many things you have done for us all these last months to list them all. Please know that each prayer you said or kindness you did for Audrey or us was appreciated. We thank you for your thoughtfulness. We are so blessed to have brothers and sisters in Christ who take care of our needs both physically and spiritually. We are especially grateful for your prayers and ask that you continue to ask God to comfort us as we miss her. May God bless you all! Ralph Leslie and family<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;"></span><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;">Westfield Church will host a living nativity on Saturday, December 3, from6-8 p.m. This holiday drive-through experience features carolers, live actors and animals, and over 1000 luminaries. Invite your neighbors,friends, and relatives to attend this free gift to the community.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">On Saturday and Sunday, December 3rd and 4th, King’s Chapel will present their 18th Annual Drive Thru Nativity from 6-9PM. We are delighted to have the opportunity to share His story with everyone.<br /></span><br />Janet Douglas Downing is having her second knee replacement this month. A friend thought it a good idea to send her a note or card<br /><br />JANET DOWNING<br />26 CASCADE SPRINGS<br />THE WOODLANDS, TX 77381-4179<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7393654017243119546?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-2727412177086418402011-11-03T18:12:00.002-04:002011-11-03T18:25:37.004-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 16:25-28<br />NEXT WEEK: John 16:29-33 <br />SERMON “There’s Something About The Name</span>” <br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />GREETERS: Richards Family<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Janice Grim<br />NURSERY: <br />TODAY: Janet <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Whippo</span><br />NEXT WEEK: <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP:<br />TODAY: Tom <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Gleghorn</span><br />NEXT WEEK: Becky <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Raney</span><br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong><span style="color:#cc0000;">CONGREGATIONAL MEETING<br />Notice: A congregational meeting has been called by the Session for today Sunday, November 6, 2011. Following worship, we will pause for a half hour to register to vote. During this half hour, there will be drinks and light refreshments in the fellowship hall. For those with young children, a nursery will be provided for the duration of the meeting. The congregational meeting will begin at 12:30PM. The purpose of the meeting is to vote on whether or not we will leave the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">PCUSA</span> for the Evangelical Presbyterian Church.</span> <br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….Nov 6 <br />Sunday School 9:30AM<br />COMBINED WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Registration NOON<br />Congregational Meeting 12:30PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Monday……………Nov 7 <br /><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">FPU</span> 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Nov 8 <br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />CE 7:00PM<br />Mission 7:30PM<br />Trustees 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………...Nov 9 <br />Choir 7:00PM<br /><br />Thursday...................Nov 10 <br />Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br /><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">AWANA</span> 6:30PM <br /><br />Saturday……………Nov 12 <br />Bazaar &amp; Yard Sale 9AM to 3PM<br /><br />Sunday……………..Nov 6 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM <br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /><br />CANTATA PRACTICE<br />Christmas Cantata practice will start this Wednesday evening, November 9<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">th</span> at 7:00PM in the choir room until 8:00PM. Regular choir practice will run till 8:30PM.<br /><br /><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">BETHEL</span> BAZAAR &amp; YARD SALE<br />Saturday, November 12 at 9:00am at <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethel</span> United Presbyterian Church Come shop at a huge indoor yard sale filled with over 20 families “treasures" Come hungry and eat the yummy food from the kitchen to help raise money for the PROJECT HOPE food bank.<br /><br />A congregational meeting has been called for Sunday November 20<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" class="blsp-spelling-error">th</span>, 2011 after the 8:30 worship for the purpose of amending the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_10" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethel</span> Church by laws to require a 10% quorum for all congregational meetings, and to elect church officers for the Class ending 2014. <br /><br />PROJECT H.O.P.E.<br />Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of November<br />Beverages (Juice, tea, coffee)<br />Monetary donations are also accepted. <br />Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-272741217708641840?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-82489214612956290302011-10-21T14:21:00.002-04:002011-10-21T14:33:26.638-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 16:5-16<br />NEXT WEEK: John 16:17-24<br /><br />SERMON “The Necessary Departure”</span> <br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />MUSIC: Praise Team<br />NURSERY: <br />TODAY: Amy George &amp; Bob Melvin<br />NEXT WEEK: Andy &amp; Lindsay Young<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP:<br />TODAY: Beth Laughner </span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">NEXT WEEK: Marty Andrews</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"></span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>TODAY<br /></strong></span>Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Audrey Leslie who passed away October 20, 2011.<br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;">FIRE FUND </span><br /><span style="color:#990000;">On August 25 a fire totally destroyed the home of Willard and Sally Foster of Enon Valley. Sally died Sept 10 from complication from her injuries and Willard was released from the Akron Burn Unit on Monday, September 12. We will receive a fire fund offering for the Foster family TODAY!! Silver offering plates are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary.<br /></span><br />NEWSLETTER DEADLINE<br />Deadline to submit articles for November newsletter is TODAY!! Please email to <a href="mailto:office@bethelupchurch.org">office@bethelupchurch.org</a> --- <a href="mailto:jbs417@windstream.net">jbs417@windstream.net</a> or leave in tray on office door.<br /><br /><br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….Oct 23 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS Steelers Party (Beatty’s)<br /><br />Monday……………Oct 24 <br />FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Oct 25 <br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Corporate Prayer 6:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………...Oct 26 <br />Choir 7:00PM<br /><br />Thursday...................Oct 27 <br />Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br />AWANA 6:30PM <br /><br />Sunday……………..Oct 30 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS</strong><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CORPORATE PRAYER </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Corporate Prayer for Bethel Family every Tuesday from 6:30PM – 7:00PM in the room off the fellowship hall. If you can’t attend but would still like to pray there is a sign up sheet on table in back of sanctuary.<br /></span><br /><strong>WANTED!!<br />Those that are interested in singing in a Choral Cantata for our 11:00AM Christmas Service on Sunday, December 18. We need at least 7 singers for each section, soprano, alto, tenor and bass in order to sing a cantata. Please sign the sheet in the vestibule if you are able to help. We start rehearsals on Wednesday, November 2 from 7:00 PM until 8:00PM. If we don’t have enough voices our regular choir will sing a few selections for the service. Sign-up deadline is by Wednesday, October 26. Thanks, Lon<br /></strong><br /><strong><span style="color:#993399;">YOUTH RETREAT<br /></span></strong><span style="color:#993399;">ALL YOUTH MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR NOVEMBER 3, 4, 5.GREG HAS PLANNED A BETHEL RETREAT TO KICK OFF HIS MINISTRY WITH US.... MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">SENIOR MEMBERS BRUNCH </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">“The deacons would like to invite all our senior members to a brunch on Saturday, Nov 5th at 10:00 am. There will food, fellowship and oh yea did we mention food? If you have any questions, please contact any of the deacons. We look forward to seeing everyone there!”<br />No reservations needed!! <br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">Day of prayer - Saturday, November 5</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">In preparation for our congregational meeting on Sunday, November 6, please join us in prayer. We are asking for the church family to sign up on the schedule on the table at the back of the sanctuary for a half hour segment. Let's seek the Lord together throughout the 24 hours prior to the meeting for His wisdom and guidance at this time in our church history.<br /></span><br /><strong>CONGREGATIONAL MEETING<br />Notice: A congregational meeting has been called by the Session for Sunday, November 6, 2011. There will be a single worship service. Sunday school will begin at 9:30AM with our combined worship service at 11:00AM. Following worship, we will pause for a half hour to register to vote. During this half hour, there will be drinks and light refreshments in the fellowship hall. For those with small children, a nursery will be provided for the duration of the meeting. The congregational meeting will begin at 12:30PM The purpose of the meeting is to vote on whether or not we will leave the PCUSA for the Evangelical Presbyterian Church</strong>. <br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">COOKIES NEEDED!!<br />Would you be willing to make cookies for the meeting on November 6.<br />Please let Phyllis Kuhn know.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">LCYM FALL RETREAT</span><br />LCYM FALL RETREAT FOR ANY YOUTH GRADES 7-12 WILL BE HELD IN ERIE ON NOVEMBER 11-13.SEE BACK TABLE FOR FLYERS WITH INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION FORMS.PLEASE GIVE FORMS AND PAYMENT TO JANET WHIPPO BY OCT 23RD TO RECEIVE DISCOUNT. OUR NEW YOUTH LEADER IS PLANNING ON ATTENDING!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-8248921461295629030?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-17300270051759622982011-10-14T13:20:00.002-04:002011-10-14T13:29:24.137-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 15:18-16:4<br />NEXT WEEK: John 16:4-16<br />SERMON “Divine Citizenship</span>”<br /><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /></strong>GREETERS: Bredl Family (8:30)<br />Jenny, Hannah, Lexie &amp; Bethany Tippin (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br />Janice Grim (11:00)<br />NURSERY:<br />TODAY: Brenda Brown<br />NEXT WEEK:<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP:<br />TODAY: Beth Laughner<br />NEXT WEEK: Beth Laughner<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….Oct 16<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br />Monday……………Oct 17<br />FPU 6:30PM<br />EPC Meeting – Sanctuary 7:00PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Oct 18<br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Corporate Prayer 6:30PM<br />Joint Board 7:00PM<br />Deacons, Session, Trustees<br /><br />Wednesday………...Oct 19<br />Choir 7:00PM<br />Praise Team 8:15PM<br /><br />Thursday...................Oct 20 AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Saturday……………Oct 22 Praise Team 9:00AM<br /><br />Sunday……………..Oct 23<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong>CORPORATE PRAYER Corporate Prayer for Bethel Family every Tuesday from 6:30PM – 7:00PM in the room off the fellowship hall.<br /><br />FIRE FUND On August 25 a fire totally destroyed the home of Willard and Sally Foster of Enon Valley. Sally died Sept 10 from complication from her injuries and Willard was released from the Akron Burn Unit on Monday, September 12. We will receive a fire fund offering for the Foster family the next two Sundays. Silver offering plates are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary.<br /><br />NEWSLETTER DEADLINE<br />Deadline to submit articles for November newsletter is Sunday, October 23. Please email to office@bethelupchurch.org --- jbs417@windstream.net or leave in tray on office door.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH<br />INFORMATIONAL MEETING<br />Monday, October 17 at 7:00PM<br />Joining us from the Evangelical Presbyterian church will be the Rev. Dean Weaver, Lead Pastor at Memorial Park Church. Rev. Weaver will share information and answer questions about the Evangelical Church.<br />All members are encouraged to attend!!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#009900;">WANTED!!<br />Those that are interested in singing in a Choral Cantata for our 11:00AM Christmas Service on Sunday, December 18. We need at least 7 singers for each section, soprano, alto, tenor and bass in order to sing a cantata. Please sign the sheet in the vestibule if you are able to help. We start rehearsals on Wednesday, November 2 from 7:00 PM until 8:00PM. If we don’t have enough voices our regular choir will sing a few selections for the service. Sign-up deadline is by Wednesday, October 26. Thanks, Lon<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;">YOUTH RETREAT<br />ALL YOUTH MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR NOVEMBER 3, 4, 5.<br />GREG HAS PLANNED A BETHEL RETREAT TO KICK OFF HIS MINISTRY WITH US.... MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#000099;">SENIOR MEMBERS BRUNCH “The deacons would like to invite all our senior members to a brunch on Saturday, Nov 5th at 10:00 am. There will food, fellowship and oh yea did we mention food? If you have any questions, please contact any of the deacons. We look forward to seeing everyone there!”<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#663366;"><strong>CONGREGATIONAL MEETING<br /></strong>Notice: A congregational meeting has been called by the Session for Sunday, November 6, 2011. There will be a single worship service. Sunday school will begin at 9:30AM with our combined worship service at 11:00AM. Following worship, we will pause for a half hour to register to vote. During this half hour, there will be drinks and light refreshments in the fellowship hall. For those with small children, a nursery will be provided for the duration of the meeting. The congregational meeting will begin at 12:30PM The purpose of the meeting is to vote on whether or not we will leave the PCUSA for the Evangelical Presbyterian Church.</span><br /><br />COOKIES NEEDED!!<br />Would you be willing to make cookies for the meeting on November 6.<br />There is a sign up sheet on the table in the back of sanctuary, or you may let Phyllis Kuhn know.<br /><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;">LCYM FALL RETREAT<br />LCYM FALL RETREAT FOR ANY YOUTH GRADES 7-12 WILL BE HELD IN ERIE ON NOVEMBER 11-13.<br />SEE BACK TABLE FOR FLYER'S WITH INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION FORMS.<br />PLEASE GIVE FORMS AND PAYMENT TO JANET WHIPPO BY OCT 23RD TO RECEIVE DISCOUNT<br />OUR NEW YOUTH LEADER IS PLANNING ON ATTENDING!<br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-1730027005175962298?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-72845971548770375832011-10-07T14:14:00.002-04:002011-10-07T14:22:45.514-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 15:1-17<br />SERMON: “Called to be Fruity Second Attempt”<br />NEXT WEEK: John 15:18-16:4<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Bud &amp; Ruby Haylett (8:30)<br />Marty Andrews Family (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Chris Arisman (8:30)<br />Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />NURSERY:<br />TODAY: Janice Grim<br />NEXT WEEK: Brenda Brown<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP:<br />TODAY: Tom Whippo<br />NEXT WEEK: Beth Laughner<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#993399;">TODAY<br />The SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER will be observed during morning worship. Anyone who has been baptized in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and who is trusting in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior is welcome to partake. For children who have not yet publicly professed their faith, Bethel’s practice is to allow them to participate, if in the judgment of their parents, they understand that Jesus died for their sins.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">CHAOS TONIGHT: SERVICE PROJECT (at undisclosed location!)<br />LEAVING CHURCH AT 5:30, RETURNING AT 8:00<br />WEAR WORK CLOTHES PIZZA PROVIDED<br />SEE YOU TONIGHT!<br /></span><br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br />Sunday…………….Oct 9<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Monday……………Oct 10 FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Oct 11<br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />CE 7:00PM<br />Mission 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………...Oct 12<br />Choir 7:00PM<br /><br />Thursday...................Oct 13<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday……………..Oct 16<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS</strong><br /><br />Deadline to submit articles for November newsletter is Sunday, October 23. Please email to office@bethelupchurch.org --- jbs417@windstream.net or leave in tray on office door.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">YOUTH RETREAT<br />ALL YOUTH MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR NOVEMBER 3, 4, 5.<br />GREG HAS PLANNED A BETHEL RETREAT TO KICK OFF HIS MINISTRY WITH US.... MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW.<br /><br /></span><strong>CONGREGATIONAL MEETING<br />Notice: A congregational meeting has been called by the Session for Sunday, November 6, 2011. The purpose of the meeting is to vote on whether or not we will leave the PCUSA for the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. The Session has made invitations to both the Shenango Presbytery of the PCUSA and the Presbytery of the Alleghenies of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church to send a speaker to address the congregation on Monday, October 17 at 7:00PM. All members are encouraged to attend!!<br /><br /></strong><span style="color:#009900;">LCYM FALL RETREAT<br />LCYM FALL RETREAT FOR ANY YOUTH GRADES 7-12 WILL BE HELD IN ERIE ON NOVEMBER 11-13.<br />SEE BACK TABLE FOR FLYER'S WITH INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION FORMS.<br />PLEASE GIVE FORMS AND PAYMENT TO JANET WHIPPO BY OCT 23RD TO RECEIVE DISCOUNT<br />OUR NEW YOUTH LEADER IS PLANNING ON ATTENDING!<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">NOMINATING COMMITTEE<br />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 at church or 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.</span><br /><br />STUDY TIME<br />Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time.<br /><br /><strong>REMINDER!!!!!<br /></strong>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<br /><br /><strong>MISSION ADVOCATES: Please check your folders for updated material on your mission. Folders are in coat room </strong><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7284597154877037583?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-29398119676271721782011-09-23T19:51:00.002-04:002011-09-23T20:00:34.093-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SERMON: “Not Left Alone</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 14:15-31<br />NEXT WEEK: John 15:1-17A<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Kim &amp; Liz <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Parrott</span> (8:30)<br />Andy Young Family &amp; Megan (11:00)<br />MUSIC: Praise Team<br />NURSERY: Diane <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Laughner</span><br />NEXT WEEK: Barbie <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bredl</span><br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Gleghorn</span><br />NEXT WEEK: Becky <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">Raney</span><br /><br /></span><strong>TODAY<br /></strong>Reformed Tradition 101<br />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. It will be facilitated by Murat <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tanyel</span> and will last 7 weeks.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">MEET OUR NEW YOUTH &amp; YOUNG ADULT PASTOR<br />The church family is invited to a Tureen Dinner today after the 2<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">nd</span> service to meet our new Youth &amp; Young Adult Pastor, Gregory <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">Aydt</span> and his <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">fiancée</span>, Heather.<br />If your last name begins with A-N, please bring a salad, vegetable or casserole of your choice.<br />If your last name begins with O-Z, please bring a dessert.<br />Meat, rolls, drinks and table service will be provided.<br /><br /></span>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br />Sunday…………….Sept 25<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Tureen Dinner<br />See You at the Pole Rally<br /><br />Monday……………Sept 26 <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" class="blsp-spelling-error">FPU</span> 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Sept 27<br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Trustees 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………...Sept 28<br />Choir 7:00PM<br />Worship Team 8:15PM<br /><br />Thursday..................Sept 29 <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_10" class="blsp-spelling-error">AWANA</span> 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday…………….Oct 2<br />WORSHIP (Communion) 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP (Communion) 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_11" class="blsp-spelling-error">FPU</span> OPEN HOUSE!<br />Financial Peace University invites you to an Open House! Join us for one of the most exciting lessons offered in this course...FREE! Bring a friend and come see what all the excitement is about! Monday October 3 at 6:30pm. At <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_12" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethel</span> Fellowship Hall. You won't want to miss Dave Ramsey's most famous lessons on dumping debt. Questions? Call(724)667-8031<br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;">UPCOMING CHAOS SCHEDULE </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_13" class="blsp-spelling-error">SYATP</span> RALLY (sponsored by <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_14" class="blsp-spelling-error">LCYM</span>): SUNDAY NIGHT AT THE <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_15" class="blsp-spelling-error">RIVERWALK</span> IN NEW CASTLE FROM 6-7:30<br />MEET AT CHURCH AT 5:30 AND WE WILL CAR POOL<br /><br />SEE YOU AT THE POLE: WEDNESDAY 7AM : MEET AROUND YOUR FLAGPOLE TO PRAY FOR YOUR SCHOOL, YOUR<br />COUNTRY AND ANYTHING ELSE THE LORD LAYS ON YOUR HEART.<br /><br />ONE NIGHT (sponsored by <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_16" class="blsp-spelling-error">LCYM</span> for follow up to <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_17" class="blsp-spelling-error">SYATP</span>) WEDNESDAY THE 28TH, FROM 7 – 9:00<br />MEET AT CHURCH AT 6:15 AND WE WILL CAR POOL<br />TO NEW CASTLE HIGH SCHOOL FOR A NIGHT OF<br />FREE FOOD, FUN TIMES, A PERFORMANCE BY A FORMER GLOBE TROTTER AND A CONCERT BY <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_18" class="blsp-spelling-error">PHILMONT</span>.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">CONGREGATIONAL MEETING<br />Notice: A congregational meeting has been called by the Session for Sunday November 6, 2011. The purpose of the meeting is to vote on whether or not we will leave the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_19" class="blsp-spelling-error">PCUSA</span> for the Evangelical Presbyterian Church. The Session will likely be inviting a representative from the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_20" class="blsp-spelling-error">PCUSA</span> and the Evangelical Presbyterian Church to give us a presentation in the days or weeks prior to the congregational meeting.</span><br /><br />STUDY TIME<br />Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time.<br /><br /><strong>NOMINATING COMMITTEE<br /></strong><span style="color:#009900;">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 or 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</span>.<br /><br />REMINDER!!!!!<br />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<br /><br />Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of October &amp; November<br />Beverages (Juice, tea, coffee)<br />Monetary donations are also accepted.<br />Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.<br /><br /><strong>MISSION ADVOCATES: Please check your folders for updated material on your mission. Folders are in coat room. </strong><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-2939811967627172178?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-4865254269457329702011-09-16T13:05:00.002-04:002011-09-16T13:17:24.697-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SERMON: “So Close but So Far”</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 14:8-14<br />NEXT WEEK: John 14:15-31<br /><br /><br /></span><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS:<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br />Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Diane Harman<br />NEXT WEEK: Diane Laughner<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Marty Andrews<br />NEXT WEEK: Tom Gleghorn<br /><br /></span><strong>TODAY<br /></strong>Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Chuck Hoffman (Dad of Pam Martsolf) who passed away September 12.<br /><br /><strong>Reformed Tradition 101<br /></strong>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.<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#990000;">Brown Bag Lunch Conversation Sunday September 18</span></strong> following the<br />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<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CHAOS<br />Regular meeting at church 6:30pm TONIGHT!!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">FIRESIDE CHATS<br />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.<br />No sign up required, just show up weather permitting<br /><br /></span>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….Sept 18<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Brown Bag Lunch Following 2nd service<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br />Fireside Chat 7:00PM<br /><br />Monday……………Sept 19<br />FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Sept 20<br />MOMS in Touch 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Prayer 7:00PM<br />Deacons 7:30PM<br />Session 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………...Sept 21<br />Choir 7:00PM<br />Worship Team 8:15PM<br /><br />Thursday..................Sept 22<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Friday……………..Sept 23<br />7th &amp; 8th Grade Party 7:00PM Verenski’s House<br /><br />Saturday…………...Sept 24<br />Worship Team 9:00AM<br />Sr High Party 6:00PM -Grim’s House<br /><br />Sunday…………….Sept 25<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />SYATP Rally Riverwalk in New Castle<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#009900;">AWANA IS BACK!!!<br />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 &amp; WHERE: Awana meets at Bethel Church every Thursday at 6:30pm. Hope to see you there!!<br />Any questions see Angelo!!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">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.<br />If your last name begins with A-N, please bring a salad, vegetable or casserole of your choice.<br />If your last name begins with O-Z, please bring a dessert.<br />Meat, rolls, drinks and table service will be provided</span>.<br /><br /><strong>UPCOMING CHAOS SCHEDULE<br /></strong>7th &amp; 8th Grade Party<br />Friday, September 23<br />Party to meet Greg at the Verenskis 7:00PM<br />Bring your swimming suit. Parents are welcome!!<br /><br />Sr High Party<br />Saturday, September 24<br />Party to meet Greg at the Grims 6:00PM<br /><br /><strong>SEE YOU AT THE POLE RALLY<br /></strong><span style="color:#336666;">Sunday, September 25<br />See You at the Pole Rally at The Riverwalk in New Castle<br />We will ride share……details to follow<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">SEE YOU AT THE POLE<br />Wednesday, September 28 7:00AM<br />Meet around your school flag pole to pray in the morning.<br />In the evening we will attend the New Castle event sponsored by<br />L CYM. Details to follow.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#993399;">NOMINATING COMMITTEE<br />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.<br /><br /></span>STUDY TIME<br />Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time.<br /><br /><strong>REMINDER!!!!!<br />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<br /><br /></strong>Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of October &amp; November.<br />Beverages (Juice, tea, coffee)<br />Monetary donations are also accepted.<br />Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.<br /><br /><strong>MISSION ADVOCATES: Please check your folders for updated material on your mission. Folders are in coat room.<br /></strong><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-486525426945732970?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-27827509314390379732011-09-09T14:30:00.002-04:002011-09-09T14:42:22.636-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 14:1-7<br />NEXT WEEK: John 14:8-14<br />SERMON: “Only by Jesus”</span><br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Dick &amp; Nancy Gibson (8:30)<br />Dave, Laurie, Jessica &amp; Megan Meyer (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br />Janice Grim (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Cheri Andrews<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Dave Meyer<br />NEXT WEEK: Marty Andrews<br /><br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong><span style="color:#cc0000;">There will be a congregational meeting today after 1st service to discuss and vote on the gas lease offer made to the church through<br />Coexpress. Last winter session asked the trustees to explore the gas leasing issue on behalf of the church; the trustees entered the church in the “Mt Jackson gas group” which is run by Coexpress. An offer has been made to the group that Coexpress is recommending its members except. The details of the agreement will be discussed at the beginning of the meeting followed by a question and answer period, and then a vote will be taken<br /><br /></span><strong>Reformed Tradition 101<br /></strong><span style="color:#993399;">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.<br /><br /></span><strong>Sunday School Rotation: Sunday School classes for school age youth will move up TODAY! Please watch signs since we will reallocate classrooms according to size and needs.<br /><br /></strong><span style="color:#990000;">CHAOS FALL KICK OFF<br />Bring your family for a hayride and bonfire tonight at 6:00PM<br />Home of Chris &amp; Duane Arisman<br />Boys bring pop, Girls bring chips<br /></span><br /><strong>SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES CHANGE TODAY!!<br />Teacher and classes are as follows:<br /><br />Nursery – 2 &amp; 3 yr olds ~ Teacher Rotation<br />PreK &amp; K ~ Chris McConnell – Room 1<br />1st &amp; 2nd Grade ~ Mary Tanyel/Bette McKim – New Addition (Downstairs)<br />3rd &amp; 4thGradeNathan Parrott/CarolynMcQuiston–New Addition (Downstairs)<br />5th &amp; 6th Grade ~ Janet Dawson/RhondaMiketa ~New Addition (Downstairs)<br />7th &amp; 8th Grade ~ Stephen Cowher/Karen Beatty – Room 9<br />9th &amp; 10th Grade ~ Janice Grim/Dave Meyer – Room 4<br />11th &amp; 12th Grade ~ Jon Laughner/Carolyn McQuiston – Conference Room<br />College &amp; Career ~ Duane Arisman/Alex Leslie – Loft<br />Quest ~ Tina Leslie/Fred Martsolf – (Off FH)<br />Pathfinders ~ Hugh Laughner – Fellowship Hall<br />Seekers ~ Ron Young – Room 11 (Library)<br />Elective ~ Lynne Banting/Others – Room 2<br />Young at Heart ~ Don Arrow – Room 3<br />Mizpah ~ Lloyd Raney/Lee Wagoner – Sanctuary<br /></strong>SUNDAY SCHOOL SECRETARY: Nathan Parrott<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….Sept 11<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />CONGREGATIONAL MEETING<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br />Monday……………Sept 12<br />FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Sept 13<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />CE 7:00PM<br />Missions 7:30PM<br />Wednesday………...Sept 14<br />Choir 7:00PM<br />Worship Team 8:15PM<br /><br />Thursday..................Sept 15<br />Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Friday……………..Sept 17<br />Fireside Chat 7:00PM<br /><br />Sunday…………….Sept 18<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Brown Bag Lunch Following 2nd service<br />Fireside Chat 7:00PM<br /><br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS</strong><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Dear Bethel Family....Thank you so much for your prayers, calls, cards, visits, meals, babysitting and thoughts after Rob's accident!! We are truly blessed to call Bethel our home and to have all of you for our family!!<br />Rob, Stacy, Michelle, Maggie, Marissa and Brian Cosgrove<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">LADIES BIBLE STUDY<br />Join us on Tuesday mornings at 10:00AM to study the book of Esther through a video series by Beth Moore. Introduction begins this week and<br />books are being purchased. Any questions see Beth Kissling or Karen Beatty. All Ladies welcome!!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc9933;">AWANA IS BACK!!!<br />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 disciplining kids in the church and community. WHO: Bethel's Awana is for children in grades K-6. HOW: Register your child by coming to our Opening Day Hay Ride on September 15th, 6:30pm at Bethel Church, or call 724-618-5488 to get in touch with Angelo Sun. 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 &amp; WHERE: Awana meets at Bethel Church every Thursday at 6:30pm.<br />Hope to see you there!!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">FIRESIDE CHATS<br />Join the Tippin family around a bonfire at the manse. 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 on September 16 and September 18.<br />No sign up required, just show up weather permitting<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#009900;">Brown Bag Lunch Conversation Sunday September 18 following the<br />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<br /><br /></span><strong>YOUTH<br /></strong>Is God calling you? Would you consider leading a Bible Study on the week night of your choice for the youth of our church for 6-8 weeks. Please pray, consider and let Janice Grim or Beth Kissling know soon!!<br /><br /><strong>MISSION ADVOCATES: Please check your folders for updated material on your mission. Folders are in coat room.<br /><br /></strong><span style="color:#009900;">Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of September<br />Canned fruit<br />Monetary donations are also accepted.<br />Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E </span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-2782750931439037973?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-67252188191807579412011-09-02T16:59:00.002-04:002011-09-02T17:24:18.995-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">Sermon: "What Do You See?"</span> <br /><span style="color:#000099;">Scripture Reading: Acts 9:17-20 Luke 7:36-50</span> <br /><span style="color:#000099;">Next Week Reading: John 14.1-7</span> <br /> <br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">TODAY we welcome Steve Plyler. Steve is an Elder from Clenmore Presbyterian Church</span> <br /> <br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</strong>: <br />GREETERS: Tom, David &amp; Sam Whippe (8:30) <br />Linden, Brenda, Chelsea &amp; Shelby Brown (11:00) <br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan parrot (8:30) <br />Carolyn McQuiston (11:00 <br />NURSERY: Cherie Ponziani <br />NEXT WEEK: Cherie Andrews <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Beth Laughner <br />NEXT WEEK: Dave Meyer <br /> <br /><span style="color:#990000;"><strong>YOUTH</strong></span> <br /><span style="color:#990000;">Is God calling you? Would you consider leading a Bible Study on the week night of your choice for the youth of our church for 6-8 weeks. Please, pray, consider and let Janice Grim or Beth Kissling know soon!!</span> <br /> <br /><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS.........</strong> <br />Sunday...Sept4 <br />Worship 8:30AM <br />Sunday School 9:45AM <br />Worship 11:00AM <br /> <br />TUESDAY......Sept 6 <br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM <br /> <br />WEDNESDAY....Sept 7 <br />Choir 7:00pm <br />Worship Team 8:15PM <br /> <br />Sunday...... Sept 11 <br />Worship 8:30AM <br />Sunday School 9:45AM <br />Worship 11:00AM <br /> <br /><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>MISSION ADVOCATES: Please check your folders for updated material on your mission. Folders are in coat room</strong></span>. <br /> <br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS</strong> <br /><span style="color:#009900;">There will be a congregational meeting on Sept 11th after 1st service to discuss and vote on the gas lease offer made to the church through Coexpress. last winter session asked the trustees to explore the gas leasing issue on behalf of the church; the trustees entered the church in the "Mt. "Jackson gas group" which is run by Coexpress. An offer has been made to the group that Coexpress is recommending its members except. The details of the agreement will be discussed a the beginning of the meeting followed by a question and answer period, and then a vote will be taken.</span> <br /> <br /><strong>LADIES TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY</strong> <br /><span style="color:#333399;">All women and their friends are welcome to join us for a kick-off brunch on Tuesday, September 6 at 10:00Am here at church. Bring a dish to share. We will plan out our year and discuss our new topic. Looking forward to reconnecting. Childcare provided.</span> <br /> <br /><span style="color:#993399;"><strong>REFORMED TRADITION 101</strong></span> <br /><span style="color:#993399;">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 Sept. 11. It will be facilitated by Murat Tanyel and will last 7 weeks.</span> <br /> <br /><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>SUNDAY SCHOOL ROTATION:</strong></span> <br /><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Sunday School classes for school age youth will move up on Sept. 11. Please watch signs since we will re-locate classrooms according to size and needs.</strong></span> <br /> <br /><span style="color:#009900;"><strong>FIRESIDE CHATS</strong></span> <br /><span style="color:#009900;">Join the Tippin family around a bonfire at the manse. 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 <span style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: #ffff00">is</span> welcome. The fellowship will begin at 7:00PM on Sept 16 and Sept 18. No Sign up required, just show up weather permitting</span>. <br /> <br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">unPLANNED - Abby Johnson's inspiring documentary.</span> <br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">Your invited at a community screening of unPLANNED. Help serve women facing unexpected pregnancies. Invite your friends! </span> <br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">Date: Sept 10th, 2011</span> <br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">Time: Doors open at 6:30, program begins at 7</span> <br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">Location: First Baptist Church 984 W. Maitland Lane</span> <br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">Screening hosted by: The Pregnancy Resource Center</span> <br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">More information and to RSVP- 724-658-6329</span> <br />Email: <a href="mailto:mypregnancyhelp@gmail.com">mypregnancyhelp@gmail.com</a> <br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">Tickets are available for a suggested donation of $5 adults</span> <br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">$2.50 for students. </span> <br /> <br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-6725218819180757941?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-27334777472538629522011-08-18T17:16:00.002-04:002011-08-18T17:26:57.136-04:00 <br /><span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: II Samuel 11 <br />SERMON: “So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall!” <br /></span> <br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…</strong> <br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">GREETERS: Carol <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Mielke</span> &amp; Kim <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Fredericks</span> (8:30) <br />Elaine, Victoria &amp; <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Abreanna</span> Thompson (11:00) <br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Parrott</span> (8:30) <br />Janice Grim (11:00) <br />OFFERTORY: Hannah <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tippin</span> <br />NURSERY: Jenny <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tippin</span> &amp; Girls <br />NEXT WEEK: <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Cosgrove</span> Family <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Becky <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">Raney</span> <br />NEXT WEEK: Tom <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">Whippo</span> <br /></span> <br /><strong>TODAY <br /></strong><span style="color:#009900;">Tonight at 6:00PM <br />Choir, Worship Team, Youth Praise Team and all involved in our music ministries and family, evening picnic at the home of Lon &amp; <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" class="blsp-spelling-error">Royanne</span> <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_10" class="blsp-spelling-error">McClearn</span>. Bring your lawn chairs and food to share. Hot dogs, buns, condiments, beverage and table service will be provided. <br />Come for an evening of fellowship. <br /> <br /></span>CALENDAR OF EVENTS…………. <br />Sunday…………….Aug 21 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM <br />Sunday School 9:45AM <br />WORSHIP 11:00AM <br /> <br />Thursday…………..Aug 25 <br />Youth Bible Study 9:30AM <br />Home of Andy &amp; Lindsay Young <br /> <br />Sunday…………….Aug 28 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM <br />Sunday School 9:45AM <br />WORSHIP 11:00AM <br /> <br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS <br /></strong><span style="color:#993399;">To our friends and family at <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_11" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethel</span> from Ivan <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_12" class="blsp-spelling-error">Raney</span>, Thank you for the prayers, visits and cards sent to me during my recent surgery and continuing recovery. <br /> <br />I would like to thank my church family for their love, cards and prayers at the time of my mom going home to be with the Lord. –<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_13" class="blsp-spelling-error">Arisman</span> Family <br /> <br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">Youth/Young Adult Pastor Committee: Gregory <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_14" class="blsp-spelling-error">Aydt</span> (pronounced <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_15" class="blsp-spelling-error">Ott</span>) has accepted the call to be the Youth and Young Adult Pastor at <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_16" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethel</span> Presbyterian Church effective 11/01/2011. Greg graduated from Rowan University is a member of Grace Bible Church where he was a youth leader and offers a host of experience and skills for this ministry. Greg’s sport of choice is soccer which he coaches and referees. He is a lifelong resident of New Jersey and was recently engaged. Greg and Heather are planning an early 2012 wedding. The Search Committee included: Reverend Mark <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_17" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tippin</span>, Murat <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_18" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tanyel</span>, Stacy <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_19" class="blsp-spelling-error">Cosgrove</span>, Meghan <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_20" class="blsp-spelling-error">Laughner</span> and Rusty George. Thank you to all who prayed for the committee and for God’s leading for this important ministry. <br /> <br /></span><span style="color:#006600;">FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY <br /><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_21" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethel</span> Church is excited to announce that we are hosting Financial Peace University this fall on Monday nights starting Sept 12. <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_22" class="blsp-spelling-error">FPU</span> is 13 week course taught via DVD by Dave Ramsey. <br />Please join us for a free preview Monday August 22 at 6:30 to learn more and sign up for this opportunity to learn what the Bible says about money, getting out of debt, and "living like no one else so later you can LIVE like no one else!" </span> <br /> <br /><span style="color:#000099;">FIRESIDE CHATS <br />Join the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_23" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tippin</span> family around a bonfire at the manse. 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 on September 16 and September 18. <br />No sign up required, just show up weather permitting <br /> <br /></span>STUDY TIME <br />Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time. <br /> <br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-2733477747253862952?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-4086749216551747282011-08-05T18:32:00.002-04:002011-08-05T18:43:22.187-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 13:31-28<br />NEXT WEEK: Romans 1:18-27<br />SERMON: “The Shadow of Denial</span>”<br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Ken &amp; Anita Clark (8:30)<br />Sam, Pattie &amp; Kylie Leicht (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Chris Arisman (8:30)<br />Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />OFFERTORY: Lexie Tippin<br />NURSERY: Rob &amp; Rachael Hodge<br />NEXT WEEK: Jennifer Tippin &amp; Girls<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Marty Andrews<br />NEXT WEEK: Tom Whippo<br /><br /></span>TODAY<br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;">The SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER will be observed during morning worship. Anyone who has been baptized in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and who is trusting in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior is welcome to partake. For children who have not yet publicly professed their faith, Bethel’s practice is to allow them to participate, if in the judgment of their parents, they understand that Jesus died for their sins.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#3366ff;">It is our joy this morning to baptize Jessica &amp; Megan Meyer daughters of Dave &amp; Laurie Meyer.<br />Grandparents: Donald &amp; Delores Steinecke<br />David &amp; Mary Ellen Meyer.<br /></span><span style="color:#3366ff;">Asking question of the congregation is elder Bette McKim</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">MACA Fire Fund<br />There has been a fire in the Mohawk Area which affected the home of the David Shiderly family of Enon Valley. The Mohawk Area Church Association is asking its congregations to receive a special offering for their assistance. Offering will be taken today. Silver offering plates are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary. Please make checks payable to “Bethel Deacons” and put Shiderly Fire Fund on memo line.<br /><br /></span>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….Aug 7<br />WORSHIP-COMMUNION 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP-COMMUNION 11:00AM<br /><br />Thursday…………..Aug 11<br />Youth Bible Study 9:30AM<br />Home of Andy &amp; Lindsay Young<br /><br />Sunday…………….Aug 14<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Items for Project H.O.P.E. due<br /><br /><strong>MISSIONS OF THE MONTH</strong>……….<br />GERIEF BIBLE SCHOOL….. This school is located in Khartoum Sudan. This 3 year course is designed to prepare evangelist and teachers to go into the communities to share the gospel and to start churches. It is also used as the first level before the Nile Theological College. One problem Gereif Bible School is having is keeping good quality teachers employed. They can make a much higher salary in government employment. Our money sent would help offset this.<br /><br />LATCOM…..Right now, LATCOM is supporting community development in villages in eastern Bolivia, where churches are being planted, a community garden project has started, and community leaders are being trained. Thousands of youth each year are being impacted for life by attending Monte Blanco’s camping programs. In Santa Cruz we are teaching leadership skills to students at a large Christian high school and are offering parenting seminars for the city’s churches. This past April we presented our character-based leadership seminars to leaders of Hispanic communities—in New England?<br /><br />CAMPUS CRUSADE – GINNY HUSTON TUNG…..Alan and I would like to start off by saying thank you to everyone for welcoming us into your church back in June. We really loved worshipping with you and talking with many of you. We took seminary classes that Campus Crusade provides for us this summer and we look forward to getting back on campus guiding our students into a deeper relationship with our Savior! Please be praying for us as we start back up this fall. It is always a crazy time where we will be working hard to get the gospel out as students come flooding on to the campuses in the Hampton Roads area of Va.<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#006600;">Bethel family……<br />For your gift of prayer, thank you…thank you…..<br />Love,<br />The Parsons and the Bantings<br /><br />Karen Gwin reports that she is doing fine after her accident and wishes to thank everyone for their prayers and cards</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;">JOINT SUNDAY SCHOOL<br />Sunday August 14 we will have a joint Sunday School class as Kate Egli shares the latest of her ministry with Greater Europe Mission (GEM). Come hear the report on her and Beth's time teaching English in Portugal, learn about upcoming opportunities to serve, and hear how God is moving in mighty ways across Europe!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#336666;">PROJECT H. O. P. E. is looking for donations of back to school supplies. Suggested items are: book bags, 3 ring binders, expo markers, scissors, KIDS socks and underwear, pencil boxes and monetary donations.<br />We DO NOT need clothes &amp; shoes, crayons, glue, pencils, pens or loose leaf paper. Please have items to church by Sunday, August 14th.<br /><br /></span><strong>LOOKING AHEAD<br /></strong>AWANA Planning Picnic Sunday, August 14, 2011 following second service at Banting’s Bring a side dish, snack or dessert<br /><br />YOUTH POOL PARTY<br />There will be a Youth Group pool party at the Laughner's on Saturday, August 20 from 7:00-10:00 PM - girls bring pop and boys bring snacks.<br /><br />August 21st Sunday Evening 6:00PM<br />Choir, Worship Team, Youth Praise Team and all involved in our music ministries and family, evening picnic at the home of Lon &amp; Royanne McClearn. Bring your lawn chairs and food to share. Hot dogs, buns, condiments, beverage and table service will be provided.<br />Come for an evening of fellowship.<br /><br />STUDY TIME<br />Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time.<br /><br /><strong>FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY<br /></strong>Bethel Church is excited to announce that we are hosting Financial Peace University this fall on Monday nights starting Sept 12. FPU is 13 week course taught via DVD by Dave Ramsey.<br />Please join us for a free preview Monday August 22 at 6:30 to learn more and sign up for this opportunity to learn what the Bible says about money, getting out of debt, and "living like no one else so later you can LIVE like no one else!" Questions?! Call (724)667-8031<br /><br /><strong>FIRESIDE CHATS<br /></strong>Join the Tippin family around a bonfire at the manse. 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 8:00PM on September 16.<br />No sign up required, just show up weather permitting<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-408674921655174728?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-7158565420907192472011-07-29T17:52:00.002-04:002011-07-29T18:02:46.799-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Romans 12:9-18 Acts 18:24-28 </span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">NEXT WEEK: John 13:31-38<br />SERMON: “Live With Enthusiasm</span>!”<br /><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /></strong>MUSIC: Youth Praise Team<br />OFFERTORY: Natalie Grim (8:30)<br />Alex &amp; Sarah Leslie (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Chris, Mary &amp; Scott Thomas<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Dave Meyer<br />NEXT WEEK: Marty Andrews<br />TODAY<br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;">We welcome to Bethel this morning Steve Plyler.<br />Steve is an Elder from Clen-Moore Presbyterian Church<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#3333ff;">Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Dale Wagoner (brother of Lee) who passed away July 22, 2011.<br /><br />Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Betty Kirkpatrick (mother of Chris Arisman) who passed away July 23, 2011.<br /><br /></span><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /></strong>Sunday…………….July 31<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br />Thursday…………..Aug 4<br />Youth Bible Study 9:30AM<br />Home of Andy &amp; Lindsay Young<br /><br />Sunday…………….Aug 7<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#006600;">Our heartfelt thanks to our church family for all the calls with offers of "what can we do", cards, meals brought, hugs and most of all your continued prayer. Philippians 1:3 -Nancy &amp; Dick Gibson<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Thank you everyone for your cards, prayers, phone calls and concerns during my last hospital stay. –Shirley Kuhn<br /></span><br />MACA Fire Fund<br />There has been a fire in the Mohawk Area which affected the home of the David Shiderly family of Enon Valley. The Mohawk Area Church Association is asking its congregations to receive a special offering for their assistance. Offering will be taken today and next Sunday. Silver offering plates are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary. Please make checks payable to “Bethel Deacons” and put Shiderly Fire Fund on memo line.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">PRAYER VIGIL<br />The deacons are sponsoring a 24 hour prayer vigil for Renee Banting Parsons and her family beginning on Monday, August 1st at 6PM and ending on Tuesday, August 2nd at 6PM. Renee has been diagnosed with acute leukemia and intensive treatment has begun. She will be hospitalized for 4-6 weeks. Please sign up for a 30 minute time slot. The church will be open for the vigil with the exception of midnight till 6AM. You may come to the church to pray or you can pray from your home. On Tuesday, August 2nd at 5:30PM all who are able will meet in the Sunday school classroom off of the fellowship hall to close the vigil with group prayer led by Pastor Mark. The sign up sheet is on the table in the back of the church. If you have any questions please call Marsha Montgomery at 724-667-9693.</span><br /><br />PROJECT H. O. P. E. is looking for donations of back to school supplies. Suggested items are: book bags, 3 ring binders, expo markers, scissors, KIDS socks and underwear, pencil boxes and monetary donations.<br />We DO NOT need clothes &amp; shoes, crayons, glue, pencils, pens or loose leaf paper.<br />Please have items to church by Sunday, August 14th.<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">LOOKING AHEAD<br />AWANA Planning Picnic<br />Sunday, August 14, 2011 following second service at Banting’s<br />Bring a side dish, snack or dessert<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#339999;">YOUTH POOL PARTY<br />There will be a Youth Group pool party at the Laughner's on Saturday, August 20 from 7:00-10:00 PM - girls bring pop and boys bring snacks.<br /><br /></span>FIRESIDE CHATS<br />Join the Tippin family around a bonfire at the manse. 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 8:00PM on September 16. This date was changed from August 26.<br />No sign up required, just show up weather permitting<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">COMMUNION BREAD<br />Thank you to all who volunteered to bake communion bread</span>.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-715856542090719247?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-88294031095122306192011-07-22T14:00:00.002-04:002011-07-22T14:06:31.426-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Mark 8:27-33<br />SERMON: “Jesus and Islam”</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Keeley Family (8:30)<br />Richards Family (11:00)<br />MUSIC: Worship Team<br />OFFERTORY: Hal Martin<br />NURSERY: Cosgrove Family<br />NEXT WEEK: Chris, Mary &amp; Scott Thomas<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Beth Laughner<br />NEXT WEEK: Dave Meyer<br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong>We welcome Rev. Tim Fearer to Bethel this morning.<br />Rev. Fearer is a Presbyterian Missionary to the Muslims in<br />Turkey and is a speaker this week at the New Wilmington Missionary Conference.<br /><br />Trustees of Bethel would like to thank everyone who took part in the summer cleaning/painting jobs program. We were very pleased with the support and grateful to everyone who donated their time and efforts.<br />-In Your Service, Bethel Trustees<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….July 24<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Thursday…………..July 28<br />Youth Bible Study 9:30AM<br />Home of Andy &amp; Lindsay Young<br />Sunday…………….July 31<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /><br /></strong><span style="color:#cc0000;">The deacons are sponsoring a 24 hour prayer vigil for Renee Banting Parsons and her family beginning on Monday, August 1st at 6PM and ending on Tuesday, August 2nd at 6PM. Renee has been diagnosed with acute leukemia and intensive treatment has begun. She will be hospitalized for 4-6 weeks. Please sign up for a 30 minute time slot. The church will be open for the vigil with the exception of midnight till 6AM. You may come to the church to pray or you can pray from your home. The signup sheet is on the table in the back of the church. If you have any questions please call Marsha Montgomery at 724-667-9693.<br /></span><br />LOOKING AHEAD<br />AWANA Planning Picnic<br />Sunday, August 14, 2011 following second service at Banting’s<br />Bring a side dish, snack or dessert<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-8829403109512230619?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-65754644037874184662011-07-15T18:00:00.002-04:002011-07-15T18:08:33.076-04:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 13:18-30<br />NEXT WEEK: Mark 8:27-33<br />SERMON: “The Shadow of Betrayal<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS:<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br />Janice Grim (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Vicki Kamicker<br />NEXT WEEK: Cosgrove Family<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Whippo<br />NEXT WEEK: Beth Laughner<br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY</strong><br /><span style="color:#993399;">This morning we welcome into membership Rhonda Bell. Please welcome her after worship. This evening we will welcome into membership Deborah Donaldson after her baptism. Please come to welcome her this evening</span>.<br /><br />SUNDAY SCHOOL<br />Please register your children for fall Sunday School. This will help us with planning for space, materials, teachers, etc. Forms are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary. Please return form today Place in offering plate or leave in tray on office door.<br /><br />Brown Bag Lunch Conversation<br />Please join Pastor Mark for a conversation on the issues facing our denomination today. The purpose of the conversation is to make sure we all understand the issues facing our denomination. It is an opportunity to ask questions about the issues. Bring a lunch for yourself. The conversation will take place after the second service in Fellowship Hall.<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">WORSHIP SERVICE<br />There will be a worship service tonight at 6:00PM that will include a baptism by immersion at the pond at Jim &amp; Barbie Bredl’s home. The service will immediately be followed by a time of fellowship and bonfire at the church pavilion. Hot dogs and drink will be provided.<br />Please bring a snack to share</span>.<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….July 17<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Brown Bag Lunch Conversation<br />Worship Service 6:00PM<br /><br />Wednesday………..July 20 Pastor Mark @ Shenango Home 4:00PM<br />Thursday…………..July 21 Youth Bible Study 9:30AM<br />Home of Andy &amp; Lindsay Young<br /><br />Sunday…………….July 24 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><br />FIRESIDE CHATS<br />Join the Tippin family around a bonfire at the manse. 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 8:00PM on the following Fridays; July 22 and August 26.<br />No sign up required, just show up weather permitting<br /><br />COMMUNION<br />Do you like to bake?? Would you be interested in making the Communion Bread (recipe provided). If interested talk with Shawn Sensky or<br />Don Gwin.<br /><br />STUDY TIME<br />Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-6575464403787418466?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-66807955077110715922011-07-08T18:07:00.002-04:002011-07-08T18:17:17.023-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Acts 2:37-47 Isaiah 65:17-18<br />SERMON: “Enjoying the Presence of God”<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Jon &amp; Beth Laughner (8:30)<br />Doug &amp; Marsha Montgomery (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br />Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />CHILDREN’S MESSAGE: Duane Arisman<br />NURSERY: Jim &amp; Nellie Gagliano<br />NEXT WEEK: Vicki Kamicker<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Becky Raney<br />NEXT WEEK: Tom Whippo<br /><br /><br /></span><strong>TODAY<br /></strong><span style="color:#cc0000;">We welcome Rev Paul Votaw to Bethel this morning. Rev Votaw and his wife Marcia live in Canfield, Oh. They have three children, Amy, Trenton and Sarah and two granddaughters, Baylee and Madi, with a third grandchild on the way. Paul has served churches in Pittsburgh and New Castle as well as Sioux Falls, South Dakota. For the last eleven years he has been a church consultant working with churches across the country on visioning and strategic planning, stewardship education and capital campaigns. He is a member of Shenango Presbytery.<br /><br /></span>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….July 10 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Monday…………..July 11 Tureen with Bill &amp; Debbie Bosley 6:30PM<br />Tuesday…………..July 12 Ce 7:00PM<br />Mission 7:30PM<br />Thursday…………July 14 Youth Bible Study 9:30AM<br />Home of Andy &amp; Lindsay Young<br />Sunday……………July 17 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Brown Bag Lunch Conversation<br />Worship Service 6:00PM<br /><br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;">WORSHIP SERVICE<br />There will be a worship service Sunday Evening, July 17 at 6:00PM that will include a baptism by immersion at the pond at Jim &amp; Barbie Bredl’s home. The service will immediately be followed by a time of fellowship and bonfire at the church pavilion. Hot dogs and drink will be provided.<br />Please bring a snack to share.<br /><br /></span>MISSIONARIES BILL AND DEBBY BOSLEY<br />A tureen dinner will be held in the Fellowship Hall on Monday, July 11th at 6:30 P.M. Our guests for the evening will be Bill and Debby Bosley, missionaries whom Bethel helps support in Senegal, Africa. It is a good time to meet them and learn about their work there. They will have a video presentation to share and will also answer questions from us.<br />So bring along a tureen to share, your own table service and the drinks and bread will be provided.<br /><br />SUNDAY SCHOOL<br />Please register your children for fall Sunday School. This will help us with planning for space, materials, teachers, etc. Forms are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary. Please return form by July 17. Place in offering plate or leave in tray on office door.<br /><br />Brown Bag Lunch Conversation<br />Please join Pastor Mark for a conversation on the issues facing our denomination Sunday, July 17. The purpose of the conversation is to make sure we all understand the issues facing our denomination. It is an opportunity to ask questions about the issues. Bring a lunch for yourself. The conversation will take place after the second service in Fellowship Hall.<br /><br />FIRESIDE CHATS<br />Join the Tippin family around a bonfire at the manse. 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 8:00PM on the following Fridays; July 22 and August 26.<br />No sign up required, just show up weather permitting<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">COMMUNION<br />Do you like to bake?? Would you be interested in making the Communion Bread (recipe provided). If interested talk with Shawn Sensky or<br />Don Gwin.</span><br /><br />WANTED: SUMMER MUSICIANS!<br />How would you like the opportunity to use the musical gifts the Lord has given you during Bethel's worship services? This summer will be your chance. If you would like to do special music for an offertory or be on a summer worship team please contact Chris Arisman.<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of July<br />pasta, sauce, rice macaroni &amp; cheese<br />Monetary donations are also accepted.<br />Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.<br /><br /></span>WESTFIELD CHURCH<br />The Sister Church Picnic is at noon on Tues., July 19th. Learn about the Equine Assisted Activities Program as Cindy McCullough and Sheri Knepp talk about this therapeutic program. You have nothing to bring except a lawn chair and an appetite!<br /><br />SENECA HILLS BIBLE CAMP<br />75TH Anniversary picnic, Sunday, August 14th, 2011<br />Reservations are required. See bulletin board for more information!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-6680795507711071592?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-32681198602042395262011-07-01T20:05:00.001-04:002011-07-01T20:09:43.010-04:00SCRIPTURE READING: Luke 15 <br />SERMON: “God’s Reckless, Relentless, and <br /> Radical Pursuit of Lost Things”<br /><br />SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Ivan & Carolyn Raney (8:30)<br /> John & Betty Scott (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Chris Arisman (8:30)<br /> Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Rachael Hodge<br /> NEXT WEEK: Jim & Nellie Gagliano<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Gleghorn<br /> NEXT WEEK: Becky Raney<br /><br /><br />TODAY<br /><br />We welcome Rev. Chris Curtis to Bethel this morning. Rev. Chris Curtis is the Pastor of Outreach and Discipleship at new Covenant, EPC. Chris studied both Music and Religion at Missouri State University, and received his training in Biblical and Cultural Exegesis (MDiv) at Covenant Theological Seminary. After 5 1/2 years of serving EPC churches on the Gulf Coast in Alabama and Louisiana, Chris and his family moved to New Castle in November 2009. He enjoys Geocaching with his daughter, MeKenna, computer-nerdy stuff with his daughter, Tessa, and a good cup of coffee with his wife, Melinda.<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….July 3 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Tuesday…………..July 5 Worship 7:00PM<br />Wednesday……….July 6 Trustees 7:30PM<br />Thursday…………July 7 Youth Bible Study 9:30AM<br /> Home of Andy & Lindsay Young<br />Sunday……………July 10 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br /><br />MISSIONS OF THE MONTH……….<br /><br /><br />NEW WILMINGTON MISSIONARY CONFERENCE….. <br />JULY 23-30, 2011<br />2011 Theme Verse: “I raised you up for this very purpose, that I might display my power in you and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth” Romans 9:17<br />NWMC Mission Statement<br />The New Wilmington Mission Conference looks to deepen the missionary spirit, seeking fulfillment of the Great Commission, with a focus on youth ages 12-24. Mission interpretation meets the duty and ideal of carrying the gospel to ALL the world. NWMC uses its Presbyterian mission heritage to encourage a deep spiritual life of fellowship with God by promoting service and witness for Jesus Christ. <br /><br />The New Wilmington Mission Conference is a week-long, multi-generational, Presbyterian Church (USA)-related, mission conference held on the campus of Westminster College in western PA (1/2 hour north of Bethel). The focus is on youth ages 12 to 24 but all ages are welcome. Last year 1,000 people from 33 states and 36 countries were registered and 1,000 locals came to hear speakers. We can enjoy this only 25 miles from home!<br /><br />Visit www.NWMCmission.org for more information<br /><br /><br />AFRICA RURAL MISSION…..The Venters were excited to report the progress in their very rural projects. They are able to supply Bibles to those who request one. The agriculture self-help is in the process of harvest. The women's skill classes are growing quickly. They are VERY OPEN to the WORD despite the mistreatment that is just accepted as a way of life.<br />Pray with the Venters for wisdom in all their hands find to do. For sensitive hearts to the Lord's leading. To learn how to be willing servants through whom the Lord can demonstrate His love.<br />YOUTH GROUP BIBLE STUDY<br />Bible Study will be on Thursday mornings 9:30AM at the home of Andy & Lindsay Young.<br /><br />MISSIONARIES BILL AND DEBBY BOSLEY<br />A tureen dinner will be held in the Fellowship Hall on Monday, July 11th at 6:30 P.M. Our guests for the evening will be Bill and Debby Bosley, missionaries whom Bethel helps support in Senegal, Africa. It is a good time to meet them and learn about their work there. They will have a video presentation to share and will also answer questions from us. <br />So bring along a tureen to share, your own table service and the drinks and bread will be provided.<br /> SUNDAY SCHOOL<br />Please register your children for fall Sunday School. This will help us with planning for space, materials, teachers, etc. Forms are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary. Please return form by July 15. Place in offering plate or leave in tray on office door.<br /><br />Brown Bag Lunch Conversation <br />Please join Pastor Mark for a conversation on the issues facing our denomination Sunday, July 17. The purpose of the conversation is to make sure we all understand the issues facing our denomination. It is an opportunity to ask questions about the issues. Bring a lunch for yourself. The conversation will take place after the second service in Fellowship Hall. <br /><br />FIRESIDE CHATS<br />Join the Tippin family around a bonfire at the manse. 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 8:00PM on the following Fridays; July 22 and August 26. <br />No sign up required, just show up weather permitting<br /><br />Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of July<br />pasta, sauce, rice macaroni & cheese<br />Monetary donations are also accepted. <br />Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.<br /><br />THANK YOU<br />Thank you everyone who sent cards and signed the card from the church and for all who have prayed for my recovery. On May 24 I fell while getting off my bike and broke my left hip. I am glad to report that I am recovering well and sorry to report that, at age 92, I have taken my last bicycle ride!<br /> Fond Bethel memories,<br /> Joe Hopkins<br />WESTFIELD CHURCH<br />The Sister Church Picnic is at noon on Tues., July 19th. Learn about the Equine Assisted Activities Program as Cindy McCullough and Sheri Knepp talk about this therapeutic program. You have nothing to bring except a lawn chair and an appetite!<br /><br />SENECA HILLS BIBLE CAMP<br />75TH Anniversary picnic, Sunday, August 14th, 2011 <br />Reservations are required. See bulletin board for more information!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-3268119860204239526?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-90795596874893678422011-06-10T15:20:00.002-04:002011-06-10T15:30:44.882-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Numbers 11:24-30<br />NEXT WEEK: John 12:37-50<br />SERMON: “The Comforter Has Come to Bethel<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Jim &amp; Nellie Gagliano (8:30)<br />Lon &amp; Royanne McClearn (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br />Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Beatty Family<br />NEXT WEEK: Rob &amp; Rachael Hodge<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Beth Laughner<br />NEXT WEEK: Dave Meyer<br /><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 14pt"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;">CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></b></p><br /><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in -0.9in 0pt 0in" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;">Sunday…………….June 12<b><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span>PENTECOST SUNDAY</b></span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;">WORSHIP-COMMUNION<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span>8:30AM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></b></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span></span></b><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt">Sunday School<span style="mso-tab-count: 2"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>9:45AM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span>WORSHIP-COMMUNION<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span>11:00AM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></b></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;"></span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;">Tuesday…………...June 14<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span></span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>CE Committee<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span>7:00PM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span>Mission Committee7:30PM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;">Saturday………….June 17<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span></span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>Fireside Chat<span style="mso-tab-count: 2"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>8:00PM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;">Sunday……………June 19<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span></span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><b>WORSHIP<span style="mso-tab-count: 2"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>8:30AM<o:p></o:p></b></span></span></span></p><br /><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="FONT-SIZE: 11pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>Sunday School<span style="mso-tab-count: 2"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>9:45AM<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p></span><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; FONT-SIZE: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span></span><b><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; FONT-SIZE: 11pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">WORSHIP<span style="mso-tab-count: 2"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>11:00AM</span></b></span><br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">NEWSLETTER ARTICLES JULY/AUGUST<br />Newsletter articles for July/August will be due by June 19.<br />Please email to jbs417@windstream, office@bethelupchurch.org or place in tray on office door<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#009900;">FPU PREVIEW IN THE ELECTIVE CLASS ON<br />SUNDAY, JUNE 19<br />Financial Peace University is a 13 week biblically-based accountability class to manage our resources. The class is taught by Dave Ramsey via DVD, followed by group discussion.<br />The class will be held here at Bethel on Monday nights starting in September.<br /><br /></span>WHAT: VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL<br />WHO: 4 years old through finishing 6th Grade<br />WHEN: June 20th - 24th from 9:00 AM to Noon<br />WHERE: Bethel U.P. Church, Enon Valley<br />WHY: To have an awesome time and learn about JESUS!<br />HOW MANY: Everyone ~ Hope to see YOU there!!<br />Bring your friends and neighbors, too!<br />Please fill out the registration form in the bulletin and place in offering plate, give to Karen Beatty or place in tray on office door.<br /><br /><strong>REMINDER!!!!!<br />If you unlock a door be sure it is locked when you leave. Be sure lights are off both inside and out.<br />All Fellowship Hall non scheduled activities must be scheduled through the office<br /><br /></strong><span style="color:#cc0000;">Joe Hopkins is recovering from a broken hip. Prayers and cards are welcome. His address is:<br />Shenango Presbyterian Senior Care<br />238 South Market Street<br />New Wilmington, Pa 16142<br /><br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-9079559687489367842?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-24179155834038436752011-06-03T16:57:00.002-04:002011-06-03T17:10:41.543-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Esphesians</span> 1:15-23<br />NEXT WEEK: Numbers 11:24-30<br />SERMON: “That You May Know<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS:<br />MUSIC: Youth Praise Band<br />NURSERY: Michelle <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">VanTassel</span> &amp; Tory <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Laughner</span><br />NEXT WEEK:<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Whippo</span><br />NEXT WEEK: Beth <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">Laughner</span><br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">TODAY<br />Ginny <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tung</span> from Campus Crusade will be in the Pathfinders Class during SS telling of her work. All are welcome!!!!<br /></span><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….June 5<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br />Tuesday…………...June 7<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Worship Committee 7:00PM<br /><br />Sunday……………June 12 PENTECOST SUNDAY<br />WORSHIP-COMMUNION 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP-COMMUNION 11:00AM<br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;">MISSIONS OF THE MONTH……….<br /><br />JOHN AND GWEN <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">HASPEL</span>…..Last year looked like they would be leaving Ethiopia because lack of support. This year they report they have abundantly more than they could ask or imagine. This is a time of severe hunger for the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">Suri</span> until crops are ready in 3 months. Please pray. 54 Protestant churches and many homes and businesses were burned in a rampage recently. The instigators were arrested &amp; the rest of the gang were ordered to rebuild all that was burned. The gang often stood to the side listening as the churches held services among the ashes.<br /><br />PRESBYTERIAN FRONTIER FELLOWSHIP…..<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">PFF</span>’S motto is:<br />For Every People an Indigenous Church… For Every Church a Mission Vision. Bill Young, Executive Director, works in the National Office in <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" class="blsp-spelling-error">Richfield</span>, Mn. He has one full time and two part time employees in his office. <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_10" class="blsp-spelling-error">PFF</span> now has fourteen field staff throughout the U.S. working to connect U.S. churches with god’s work on the frontiers. (Denise <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_11" class="blsp-spelling-error">Sciuto</span> of New Wilmington is our contact person.) <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_12" class="blsp-spelling-error">PFF</span> is a separate organization from <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_13" class="blsp-spelling-error">PCUSA</span>’S world mission division, but works closely with it. <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_14" class="blsp-spelling-error">PFF</span> is self-sustaining, self-governing and self-funding. Pray <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_15" class="blsp-spelling-error">PFF</span>’s hope, to see the Gospel turned loose in every culture, will one day be evident.<br /><br /></span><strong>MISSION ADVOCATES…..Please check folders in the coat for material about your missionary</strong>!!!<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS</strong><br />Mohawk Baccalaureate Sponsored by Mohawk Area Church Association today at 6PM Mohawk High School Auditorium<br />Speaker: Rev. Dr. William Hoffman Refreshments to follow<br /><br />WANTED: SUMMER MUSICIANS!<br />How would you like the opportunity to use the musical gifts the Lord has given you during <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_16" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethel's</span> worship services? This summer will be your chance. If you would like to do special music for an offertory or be on a summer worship team please contact Chris <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_17" class="blsp-spelling-error">Arisman</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">FIRESIDE CHATS<br />Join the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_18" class="blsp-spelling-error">Tippin</span> family around a bonfire at the manse. 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 8:00PM on the following Fridays; June 17, July 22 and August 26.<br />No sign up required, just show up weather permitting.<br /><br /></span><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_19" class="blsp-spelling-error">FPU</span> PREVIEW IN THE ELECTIVE CLASS ON<br />SUNDAY, JUNE 19<br />Financial Peace University is a 13 week <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_20" class="blsp-spelling-error">biblically</span>-based accountability class to manage our resources. The class is taught by Dave Ramsey via DVD, followed by group discussion.<br />The class will be held here at <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_21" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethel</span> on Monday nights starting in September<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">WHAT: VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL<br />WHO: 4 years old through finishing 6<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_22" class="blsp-spelling-error">th</span> Grade<br />WHEN: June 20<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_23" class="blsp-spelling-error">th</span> - 24<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_24" class="blsp-spelling-error">th</span> from 9:00 AM to Noon<br />WHERE: <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_25" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethel</span> U.P. Church, <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_26" class="blsp-spelling-error">Enon</span> Valley<br />WHY: To have an awesome time and learn about JESUS!<br />HOW MANY: Everyone ~ Hope to see YOU there!!<br />Bring your friends and neighbors, too!<br />Please fill out the registration form in the bulletin and place in offering plate, give to Karen <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_27" class="blsp-spelling-error">Beatty</span> or place in tray on office door.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#006600;">SNACK DONATIONS FOR <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_28" class="blsp-spelling-error">VBS</span><br />There will be a post-it-note board in the coatroom with snack donation requests for <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_29" class="blsp-spelling-error">VBS</span>. Items need to be brought to the church by Sunday, June 12<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_30" class="blsp-spelling-error">th</span></span> .<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of June, &amp; July<br />pasta, sauce, rice macaroni &amp; cheese<br />Monetary donations are also accepted.<br />Make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.<br /><br /></span><strong>REMINDER!!!!!<br />If you unlock a door be sure it is locked when you leave. Be sure lights are off both inside and out.<br />All Fellowship Hall non scheduled activities must be scheduled through the office<br /></strong><br /><span style="color:#993399;">SPRING CLEANING AND WORK<br /></span><span style="color:#993399;">The trustees of <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_31" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethel</span> Church are asking for the help of the congregation. In an effort to try and get some “Spring Cleaning and Work” done around the church the trustees decided to try a “Work Spring” rather than a work day. We are posting jobs and asking the church to help us get them done. A group of individuals, a family, a Sunday school class or maybe a group, on your own time can schedule to do these jobs! In the fellowship hall hallway (across from the bathrooms) is a sign up list of the jobs that the trustees would like to see done this spring. We are hoping that the church will come together to help us get them done. If you see a job that your group or family would like to help out with please put your name or your groups name next to job and the trustees will help you in any way they can.<br />If you have any questions please ask one of the trustee’s.<br />Thanks to all of you for your help!<br />Your <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_32" class="blsp-spelling-error">Bethel</span> Trustee’s<br /><br />Stairs from the classrooms need painted<br />Wash all woodwork in the church sanctuary<br />Windows painted and or cleaned<br />Outside handrails painted<br />Church sign painted<br />Any or all classrooms need washed or painted<br />Any other jobs you can think</span> <span style="color:#993399;">of<br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-2417915583403843675?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-27810413807469237322011-05-27T19:37:00.002-04:002011-05-27T19:47:49.323-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 12:20-36<br />SERMON: “The Purpose of His Life”</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS:<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Chris Arisman (8:30)<br />Carolyn Cowher (11:00)<br />OFFERTORY: Hunter Verenski &amp; Ryan Bredl<br />NURSERY: Michelle VanTassel &amp; Tory Laughner<br />NEXT WEEK: Lindsay &amp; Andy Young<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Becky Raney<br />NEXT WEEK: Tom Whippo<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#333399;">CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….May 29<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br />Monday…………..May 30<br />Bethel Flotilla 6:45AM<br /><br />Tuesday…………...May 31<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /><br />Sunday……………June 5<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">WHAT: VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL<br />WHO: 4 years old through finishing 6th Grade<br />WHEN: June 20th - 24th from 9:00 AM to Noon<br />WHERE: Bethel U.P. Church, Enon Valley<br />WHY: To have an awesome time and learn about JESUS!<br />HOW MANY: Everyone ~ Hope to see YOU there!!<br />Bring your friends and neighbors, too!<br /><br /></span>Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of May:<br />Cake mixes, frosting, pudding, jello<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Mohawk Baccalaureate Sponsored by Mohawk Area Church Association June 5, 2011 6PM Mohawk High School Auditorium<br />Speaker: Rev. Dr. William Hoffman Refreshments to follow<br />5 dozen cookies are needed from Bethel See Ivan Raney<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;">FPU PREVIEW IN THE ELECTIVE CLASS ON<br />SUNDAY, JUNE 19<br />Financial Peace University is a 13 week biblically-based accountability class to manage our resources. The class is taught by Dave Ramsey via DVD, followed by group discussion.<br />The class will be held here at Bethel on Monday nights starting in September<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#990000;"><strong>SPRING CLEANING AND WORK<br /></strong></span><span style="color:#990000;">The trustees of Bethel Church are asking for the help of the congregation. In an effort to try and get some “Spring Cleaning and Work” done around the church the trustees decided to try a “Work Spring” rather than a work day. We are posting jobs and asking the church to help us get them done. A group of individuals, a family, a Sunday school class or maybe a group, on your own time can schedule to do these jobs! In the fellowship hall hallway (across from the bathrooms) is a sign up list of the jobs that the trustees would like to see done this spring. We are hoping that the church will come together to help us get them done. If you see a job that your group or family would like to help out with please put your name or your groups name next to job and the trustees will help you in anyway they can.<br />If you have any questions please ask one of the trustee’s.<br />Thanks to all of you for your help!<br />Your Bethel Trustee’s<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">Stairs from the classrooms need painted<br />Wash all woodwork in the church sanctuary<br />Windows painted and or cleaned<br />Outside handrails painted<br />Church sign painted<br />Any or all classrooms need washed or painted<br />Any other jobs you can think of<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#993399;">In the narthex on bulletin board and on table at back of sanctuary is a photo of the Bethel Church history book and a church collectible. If anyone is interested in purchasing either, see Nancy Gibson, Lloyd Raney, Betty Scott, or check with the church office. The book is $10.00 and the collectible is $12.00. The money received will go into the history fund.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#663366;">WE STILL HAVE COOKBOOKS !!!! Cost is $10.00<br />See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship</span>.<br /><br /><strong>REMINDER!!!!!<br />If you unlock a door be sure it is locked when you leave. Be sure lights are off both inside and out.<br />All Fellowship Hall non scheduled activities must be scheduled through the office </strong><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-2781041380746923732?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-78951060375160346862011-05-20T17:16:00.002-04:002011-05-20T17:23:36.757-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 12:12-19<br />NEXT WEEK: John 12:20-36<br />SERMON: “Overflowing Joy</span>”<br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Chris &amp; Jennifer McConnell (8:30)<br />Alex &amp; Sarah Leslie (11:00)<br />MUSIC: Praise Team<br />NURSERY: Lisa &amp; Peyton Richards<br />NEXT WEEK: Michelle Vantassel &amp; Tory Laughner<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Gleghorn<br />NEXT WEEK: Becky Raney<br /></span><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….May 22<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS at the Grims 6:30PM<br />Tuesday…………...May 24<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Session 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday…….….May 25 Graduation Fiesta<br /><br />Thursday………….May 26 End of Year AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday……………May 29<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Monday Bethel Flotilla 6:45AM<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#3366ff;">WANTED: SUMMER MUSICIANS!<br />How would you like the opportunity to use the musical gifts the Lord has given you during Bethel's worship services? This summer will be your chance. If you would like to do special music for an offertory or be on a summer worship team please contact Chris Arisman.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">BETHEL FLOTILLA<br />Memorial Day Monday, May 30th is the day for Bethel Flotilla! We're putting together a group of outdoor-loving folks into canoes or kayaks, and riding the Allegheny River from Tidioute to Tionesta, PA (about 2 hours from Bethel, northwest of the Allegheny National Forest). This is a 15-mile stretch on the river, which takes about 5-6 hours to complete for recreational-grade arms normal folk like us come with, so don't worry: it's not like Iron Man marathons and such. There's a Facebook event page set up, also you can always stop Mark or Angelo Sun and ask for details. Prices vary from $45 to $17 per vessel (not per person!), depending on your choice of 2-person canoe, 2-person kayak, single person kayak, or whether you'll be using your own gear. Families are able to ride the same canoe, as they are rated for up to 1,200 lbs. It's a beautiful, scenic ride down a quiet river, the perfect getaway for those who love to spend time outside enjoying nature and its beauty! Hope you can join us, let Angelo or Mark know!<br />Leaving Bethel at 6:45AM for anyone wanting to carpool!!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#006600;">It’s that time again ~ sunshine, fun times and VBS!! Mark your calendar for the week of June 20th! Please be listening for God’s whisper as to where He wants you to serve during Bethel’s VBS this summer. Is it Crafts, Bible Story, Rec, Snacks, Prayer Warrior, Crew Leader, or something else? Please let Karen Beatty know how you might be able to help lead our young people during our “SONsurf Beach Bash”.<br /><br /></span><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;">Mohawk Baccalaureate Sponsored by Mohawk Area Church Association June 5, 2011 6PM Mohawk High School Auditorium<br />Speaker: Rev. Dr. William Hoffman Refreshments to follow<br />5 dozen cookies are needed from Bethel See Ivan Raney<br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7895106037516034686?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-39101239266656674132011-05-13T17:21:00.002-04:002011-05-13T17:32:28.290-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 12:1-11<br />NEXT WEEK: John 12:12-19<br /><br />SERMON: “A Generous Offering</span>”<br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Frannie, Tory &amp; Meghan Laughner (8:30)<br />Russ Ponziani Family (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br />Janice Grim (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Erik Raney &amp; Kaitlyn<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Marty Andrews<br />NEXT WEEK: Tom Gleghorn<br /><br /></span><br /><strong>Brown Bag Lunch Conversation<br /></strong>Please join Pastor Mark for a conversation on the issues facing our denomination. The purpose of the conversation is to make sure we all understand what the Presbyteries are voting on. Bring a lunch for yourself. The conversation will take place after the second service in Fellowship Hall.<br /><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">New Elective Sunday school Study: WISDOM<br />The scripture’s wisdom about being wise in everyday circumstances.<br />All are welcome<br /></span><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….May 15<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Brown Bag Lunch Conversation<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday…………...May 17<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /><br />Wednesday…….….May 18<br />Deacons 7:30PM<br />Worship Team 8:00PM<br /><br />Thursday………….May 19<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Saturday…………..May 21<br />Worship Team 9:00AM<br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Celebration of Jeremy’s Ministry-7:00PM<br /></span><br />Sunday……………May 22<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">CELEBRATE TIME!!!<br />Saturday, May 21 at 7:00PM we will be celebrating the Ministry of Jeremy Lutz (and Amy). Come prepared to celebrate, worship and share memories. We only ask that you bring a dessert to share. All else will be provided<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#006600;">VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL!!!!!<br />It’s that time again ~ sunshine, fun times and VBS!! Mark your calendar for the week of June 20th! Please be listening for God’s whisper as to where He wants you to serve during Bethel’s VBS this summer. Is it Crafts, Bible Story, Rec, Snacks, Prayer Warrior, Crew Leader, or something else? Please let Karen Beatty know how you might be able to help lead our young people during our “SONsurf Beach Bash”.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#993399;">The mission committee would like to thank all those who came out on a sunny day to share a unit of blood. Each of the 19 allowed 3 other people to have the benefit of their blood.<br />Also thank you to those who came out to see to the donors needs with the food donated and the hands that served the donors and Red Cross staff.</span><br /><br />Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time.<br /><br />Anyone desiring a home visit from Pastor Mark may call the church office to schedule.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">If you will be graduating or have already graduated this year and you did not receive an invitation to the Graduation Fiesta please contact the church office<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">You may have heard some say--"No one asked me. If they had I would have offered!" The Youth/Young Adult Pastor Search Committee was inspired to ask. If anyone has a home or property that they feel lead to donate or lend to the church to be used as housing for the next Youth/Young Adult Pastor please contact Rusty George or Pastor Mark Tippin. Thank you.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#009900;">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<br /></span><br />Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of May:<br />Cake mixes, frosting, pudding, jello<br /><br />Mohawk Baccalaureate Sponsored by Mohawk Area Church Association June 5, 2011 6PM Mohawk High School Auditorium<br />Speaker: Rev. Dr. William Hoffman<br />The service will be followed by refreshments 5 dozen cookies are needed<br />Please see Ivan Raney if you can donate cookies<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-3910123926665667413?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-34028691921231390522011-05-06T18:33:00.002-04:002011-05-06T18:49:54.436-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 11:45-57<br />NEXT WEEK: John 12:1-11<br />SERMON: “What to do About This Jesus</span>”<br /><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</strong>…<br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">GREETERS: Joe &amp; Jeanette Berg (8:30)<br />Rusty &amp; Amy George (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Janice Grim (8:30)<br />Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />OFFERTORY: Michael Montgomery<br />NURSERY: Kelly Davis<br />NEXT WEEK: Erik Raney &amp; Kaitlyn<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Dave Meyer<br />NEXT WEEK: Marty Andrews<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc33cc;">Our annual Mother’s Day Offering for Shenango Presbyterian Senior Care will be received TODAY! Please make checks payable to Bethel U P Church. Please place pink envelope in offering plates or in plates located in narthex and back of sanctuary.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">New Elective Sunday school Study: WISDOM<br />The scripture’s wisdom about being wise in everyday circumstances.<br />All are welcome!!<br /><br /></span>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….May 8<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br />Tuesday…………...May 10<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />CE 7:00PM<br />Mission 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday…….….May 11<br />BLOOD DRIVE 1:00PM-7:00PM<br />Choir 7:00PM<br /><br />Thursday………….May 12<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday…………….May 15<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Brown Bag Lunch Conversation<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong>The cemetery road and all paved church parking lots will be closed for resealing on May 9th &amp; 10th The lot across the street will be open.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Blood drive at Bethel on May 11, 1-7 P.M.<br />We need help. First of all we need blood donors! To care for these donors, we need volunteers to take care of them. We would like to have 2 shifts of helpers; 12:30 – 3:30 and 3:00- 7:30. Youth this is an opportunity to get service hours if you are doing this toward high school requirements. Blood donors must be fed so we need 4 soup makers, a sandwich maker and cookies. Contact Lee Wagoner for kitchen duty, Betty Scott for the donation area or Gary Harman to volunteer</span>.<br /><br />Brown Bag Lunch Conversation on May 15Th<br />Please join Pastor Mark for a conversation on the issues facing our denomination. The purpose of the conversation is to make sure we all understand what the Presbyteries are voting on. Bring a lunch for yourself. The conversation will take place after the second service in Fellowship Hall.<br /><br /><strong>KEEP THIS DATE!!!! Saturday, May 21, 2011 7:00PM<br />Celebration of Jeremy’s Ministry….Details to follow in coming week<br /></strong><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Articles for June Newsletter are due by May 22. Please leave in folder on office door or email to office@bethelupchurch.org or jbs417@windstream.net<br /><br /></span>BETHEL FLOTILLA<br />Memorial Day Monday, May 30th is the day for Bethel Flotilla! We're putting together a group of outdoor-loving folks into canoes or kayaks, and riding the Allegheny River from Tidioute to Tionesta, PA (about 2 hours from Bethel, northwest of the Allegheny National Forest). This is a 15-mile stretch on the river, which takes about 5-6 hours to complete for recreational-grade arms normal folk like us come with, so don't worry: it's not like Iron Man marathons and such. There's a Facebook event page set up, also you can always stop Mark or Angelo Sun and ask for details. Prices vary from $45 to $17 per vessel (not per person!), depending on your choice of 2-person canoe, 2-person kayak, single person kayak, or whether you'll be using your own gear. Families are able to ride the same canoe, as they are rated for up to 1,200 lbs. It's a beautiful, scenic ride down a quiet river, the perfect getaway for those who love to spend time outside enjoying nature and its beauty! Hope you can join us, let Angelo or Mark know!<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL!!!!!<br />It’s that time again ~ sunshine, fun times and VBS!! Mark your calendar for the week of June 20th! Please be listening for God’s whisper as to where He wants you to serve during Bethel’s VBS this summer. Is it Crafts, Bible Story, Rec, Snacks, Prayer Warrior, Crew Leader, or something else? Please let Karen Beatty know how you might be able to help lead our young people during our “SONsurf Beach Bash”.<br /><br /></span>You may have heard some say--"No one asked me. If they had I would have offered!" The Youth/Young Adult Pastor Search Committee was inspired to ask. If anyone has a home or property that they feel lead to donate or lend to the church to be used as housing for the next Youth/Young Adult Pastor please contact Rusty George or Pastor Mark Tippin. Thank you.<br /><br />Please join Shawn and Heidi Sensky in celebrating the graduation of Cassie on Friday, June 10, 2011 from 6:00PM – 9:00PM in Bethel’s Fellowship Hall.<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">Mohawk Baccalaureate Sponsored by Mohawk Area Church Association June 5, 2011 6PM Mohawk High School Auditorium<br />Speaker: Rev.Dr.William Hoffman<br />The service will be followed by refreshments.<br /><br /></span>In the narthex on bulletin board and on table at back of sanctuary is a photo of the Bethel Church history book and a church collectible. If anyone is interested in purchasing either, see Nancy Gibson, Lloyd Raney, Betty Scott, or check with the church office. The book is $10.00 and the collectible is $12.00. The money received will go into the history fund.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-3402869192123139052?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-81756676570509595362011-04-30T08:39:00.003-04:002011-04-30T09:00:15.462-04:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: Revelation 4<br />SERMON: “Exalted Savior”<br />SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">GREETERS: Kim &amp; Liz Parrott (8:30)<br />Gale &amp; Ilene Solley (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Chris Arisman (8:30)<br />Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Jennifer Tippin<br />NEXT WEEK: Kelly Davis<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Beth Laughner<br />NEXT WEEK: Dave Meyer<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">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 TODAY!<br /><br /></span><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /></strong><br />Sunday…………….May 1<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday…………...May 3<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Worship 7:00PM<br /><br />Wednesday…….….May 4<br />Choir 7:00PM<br />Membership/Evangelism 7:30PM<br /><br />Thursday………….May 5<br />NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday…………….May 8<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong>The cemetery road and all paved church parking lots will be closed for resealing on May 2nd and 3rd. The lot across the street will be open.<br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time.<br />Anyone desiring a home visit from Pastor Mark may call the church office to schedule.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;">Our annual Mother’s Day Offering for Shenango Presbyterian Senior Care will be received next Sunday. All gifts received will go toward defraying the cost for residents whose funds have run out. Please make checks payable to Bethel U P Church</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Blood drive at Bethel on May 11, 1-7 P.M.<br />We need help. First of all we need blood donors! To care for these donors, we need volunteers to take care of them. We would like to have 2 shifts of helpers; 12:30 – 3:30 and 3:00- 7:30. Youth this is an opportunity to get service hours if you are doing this toward high school requirements. Blood donors must be fed so we need 4 soup makers, a sandwich maker and cookies. Contact Lee Wagoner for kitchen duty, Betty Scott for the donation area or Gary Harman to volunteer.</span><br /><br />BETHEL FLOTILLA<br />Memorial Day Monday, May 30th is the day for Bethel Flotilla! We're putting together a group of outdoor-loving folks into canoes or kayaks, and riding the Allegheny River from Tidioute to Tionesta, PA (about 2 hours from Bethel, northwest of the Allegheny National Forest). This is a 15-mile stretch on the river, which takes about 5-6 hours to complete for recreational-grade arms normal folk like us come with, so don't worry: it's not like Iron Man marathons and such. There's a Facebook event page set up, also you can always stop Mark or Angelo Sun and ask for details. Prices vary from $45 to $17 per vessel (not per person!), depending on your choice of 2-person canoe, 2-person kayak, single person kayak, or whether you'll be using your own gear. Families are able to ride the same canoe, as they are rated for up to 1,200 lbs. It's a beautiful, scenic ride down a quiet river, the perfect getaway for those who love to spend time outside enjoying nature and its beauty! Hope you can join us, let Angelo or Mark know!<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL!!!!!<br />It’s that time again ~ sunshine, fun times and VBS!! Mark your calendar for the week of June 20th! Please be listening for God’s whisper as to where He wants you to serve during Bethel’s VBS this summer. Is it Crafts, Bible Story, Rec, Snacks, Prayer Warrior, Crew Leader, or something else? Please let Karen Beatty know how you might be able to help lead our young people during our “SONsurf Beach Bash”.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#993399;">In the narthex on bulletin board and on table at back of sanctuary is a photo of the Bethel Church history book and a church collectible. If anyone is interested in purchasing either, see Nancy Gibson, Lloyd Raney, Betty Scott, or check with the church office. The book is $10.00 and the collectible is $12.00. The money received will go into the history fund<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;">College Scholarship Applications Available<br />Is there a High School Senior in your congregation who is planning to attend Grove City or Westminster College in the fall? Let him or her know about the Shenango Presbytery Scholarship…applications are available on the Presbytery website at http://www.shenango.org/Publications/index.htm#scholarship.<br />Applications are due by May 10, 2011</span>.<br /><br /><strong>MISSIONS OF THE MONTH……….<br /></strong>CITY RESCUE MISSION…..Happy 100th Birthday!! Through the years we’ve grown and served thousands of people in distress. God has kept us going and we are grateful to Him and you, our friends who share a passion to help others. In 1910, Billy Sunday, the famous evangelist, led a crusade in New Castle that resulted in a great spiritual revival. Many who belong to the Personal Workers League were so influenced by Sunday’s testimony that they took action to start a rescue mission in New Castle. Mel Trotter, another famous evangelist, assisted Robert McKinney and the Personal Workers League to found the City Rescue Mission in November 1911.<br /><br />JOHN &amp; JOY HASPELS…..John &amp; Joy Hapsels continue their ministry in Nairobi with Africa Inland Mission. The Turkana Bible project is still underway as Gabriel, their native friend, continues to distribute Bibles to the Turkana people. He has recently begun to use the Bible in mp3 format as well. They ask continued prayers for the Lord's guidance on how to prioritize what needs to be done in their ministry. Acacia and Charlie are probably going to be attending a boarding school at the Rift Valley Academy, please pray for guidance in this area.<br /><br />HARMS/WYCLIFFE…..Wycliffe Bible Translators is the organization for whom Phill and Judy Harms work All who are with Wycliffe are doing and supporting Bible translations. Phill and Judy are scheduled to be in Columbia, S.A. now. They have been working on translations of Psalms and Proverbs into Epena. Also had been waiting on the finalization of I and II Samuel that they are planning to have published.<br />They appreciate Bethel's financial and prayer support of their Bible translation ministry. Their home when in the U.S. is in Carlinville, IL.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-8175667657050959536?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-85273648882050938532011-04-21T16:51:00.002-04:002011-04-21T16:59:40.854-04:00SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 28:1-10 <br /><br />SERMON: “Gigantic Joy”<br /><br />SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />MUSIC: Praise Team <br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Janice Grim<br />NURSERY: Josh & Jocelyn White<br /> NEXT WEEK: Erik Raney & Kaitlyn<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Whippo<br /> NEXT WEEK: Beth Laughner<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….April 24 <br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br />Tuesday…………...April 26 <br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /><br />Wednesday…….….April 27 <br />Choir 7:00PM<br />Thursday………….April 28 <br />Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br />Sunday…………….May 1<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time<br /><br />The cemetery road and all paved church parking lots will be closed for resealing on May 2nd and 3rd. The lot across the street will be open<br /><br />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. <br /><br />BETHEL FLOTILLA<br />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!<br /><br />College Scholarship Applications Available<br />Is there a High School Senior in your congregation who is planning to attend Grove City or Westminster College in the fall? Let him or her know about the Shenango Presbytery Scholarship…applications are available on the Presbytery website at http://www.shenango.org/Publications/index.htm#scholarship.<br />Applications are due by May 10, 2011.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-8527364888205093853?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-24803147669737328162011-04-15T19:40:00.002-04:002011-04-15T19:54:16.133-04:00SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 21:1-11 <br />Next Week: Matthew 28:1-10 <br /><br />SERMON: “Perhaps More than Palms<br /><br /><br />SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />GREETERS: Jim & Patty Wilson (8:30)<br /> Cosgrove Family (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Carolyn McQuiston(11:00)<br />NURSERY: Karen Beatty <br /> NEXT WEEK: Josh & Jocelyn White<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Becky Raney<br /> NEXT WEEK: Tom Whippo<br /><br />TODAY<br />SPECIAL OFFERING…..A special offering will be received today for Japan Disaster which will go through Samaritan’s Purse.<br /><br />CELEBRATION OF THE WORD…..All are invited to join the Bible in 90 Days Group; a Joint Sunday School TODAY in fellowship hall.<br /><br />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<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….April 17 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Joint Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> Celebration of the Word<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />MACA Community Choir Festival<br />Westfield 4:00PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Monday through Friday <br />Holy Week Services 6:45AM<br />Mt Jackson Church <br /><br />Tuesday…………...April 19<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Prayer 7:00PM<br />Deacon 7:30PM<br />Session 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday…….….April 20 <br />Choir 7:00PM<br />Worship Team 8:00PM<br /><br />Thursday………….April 21 <br />Maundy Thursday<br />Tureen 6:30PM<br />Worship 7:30PM<br /><br />Friday……………..April 22 <br />Good Friday Service 7:30PM<br /><br />Sunday…………….April 24 <br />Sunrise 7:00AM<br />Breakfast 8:00AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /><br />If you see something that's unsafe or broke, please tell a trustee or the church office so it can be fixed.<br /><br />Pastor Mark’s study time is until 11:00AM each day. He will return calls after that time.<br /><br />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!<br /><br />SOCCER CLEATS<br />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!<br /><br />"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."<br /><br />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<br /><br />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. <br /><br />AWANA<br />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!!<br /><br />BETHEL FLOTILLA<br />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!<br /><br />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<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-2480314766973732816?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-14513843648473027262011-04-08T22:30:00.004-04:002011-04-15T19:59:25.279-04:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: Romans 8:5-11 Next Week: Matthew 21:1-11 SERMON: “No In Between </span>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY… GREETERS: Bud &amp; Ruby Haylett (8:30) Lloyd &amp; Joan Raney (11:00) ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30) Janice Grim (11:00) OFFERTORY: Peyton Richards NURSERY: Diane &amp; Gary Harman NEXT WEEK: Karen Beatty TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Gleghorn NEXT WEEK: Becky Raney TODAY LAST DAY TO ORDER EASTER FLOWERS…Deacons are taking orders for Tulips, Hyacinths and Easter Lilies. The cost is $5.00 Envelopes for ordering are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary. They may be placed in the offering plates or given to a Deacon. CALENDAR OF EVENTS…………. Sunday…………….April 10 WORSHIP 8:30AM Sunday School 9:45AM WORSHIP 11:00AM Confirmation Class 5:30PM CHAOS 6:30PM Tuesday…………...April 12 Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM Confirmation Dinner 6:30PM CE 7:30PM Mission 7:30PM Trustees 7:30PM Wednesday…….….April 13 Choir 7:00PM Worship Team 8:00PM Thursday………….April 14 Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM AWANA 6:30PM Sunday…………….Apr 17 WORSHIP 8:30AM Joint SS Celebration of the Word 9:45AM WORSHIP 11:00AM MACA Community Choir Festival Westfield4:00PM CHAOS 6:30PM ANNOUNCEMENTS CELEBRATION OF THE WORD…..All are invited to join the Bible in 90 Days Group; a Joint Sunday School April 17 in fellowship hall. Articles for the May newsletter are due by April 17. Please email to office@bethelupchurch.org or jbs417@windstream.net or leave in tray on office door. Wednesday April 13 and 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! SPECIAL OFFERING…..A special offering will be received on Palm Sunday for Japan Disaster which will go through Samaritan’s Purse. 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!! WORK DAY…..Is there something you would like to see done around the church but didn’t want to ask? Well here is your chance! The Trustees are planning on a work day this spring and are looking for ideas. Please write down any jobs you would like to see done and place them in the offering plate 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 <a href="mailto:mark@bethelupchurch.org">mark@bethelupchurch.org</a> Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of April: Cake mixes, frosting, pudding, jello Monetary donations are also accepted. Please make check payable to Project H.O.P.E.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-1451384364847302726?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-70890350106167568962011-04-01T13:10:00.004-04:002011-04-01T13:49:40.375-04:00SCRIPTURE READING: Ephesians 5:8-14 Next Week: Romans 8:6-11 SERMON: “Turn on the Light; the Party is just Getting Started <br /><br />TODAY <br />WE STILL HAVE COOKBOOKS !!!! Cost is $10.00 See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship. <br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br /> The Youth Pastor Search Committee, after prayer and careful consideration, has elected to expand the youth ministry to include young adults. The job description has been revised to reflect the credentials, education and/or experience required for the position. To prevent a disruption in our Youth Ministry program during the summer months Stephen Cowher will serve as the interim Youth Leader. A job posting for the position is currently being sent to seminaries and colleges for review by applicants. Please pray for the Committee as we seek God's will for this ministry. <br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS…………. <br />Sunday…………….April 3 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM <br />Sunday School 9:45AM <br />WORSHIP 11:00AM <br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM <br />CHAOS 6:30PM <br /><br />Tuesday…………...April 5 <br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM <br />Worship 7:00PM <br /><br />Wednesday…….….April 6 <br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM <br />Choir 7:00PM <br />Thursday………….April 7 <br />Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM <br />AWANA 6:30PM <br /><br />Sunday…………….Apr 10 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM <br />Sunday School 9:45AM WORSHIP <br />11:00AM <br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM <br />CHAOS 6:30PM <br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS <br />EASTER FLOWERS…Deacons are taking orders for Tulips, Hyacinths and Easter Lilies. The cost is $5.00 Deadline for orders will be April 10. Envelopes for ordering are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary. They may be placed in the offering plates or given to a Deacon SPECIAL OFFERING…..A special offering will be received on Palm Sunday for Japan Disaster which will go through Samaritan’s Purse. <br /><br />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 <br /><br />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. <br /><br />BETHEL FLOTILLA: Love the outdoors? How about a relaxing, scenic trip down a river, while spending time in fellowship? On Memorial Day (May 30) Mark and Angelo are going to take a canoe/kayak trip, and you are invited! There are a couple of options available, depending on how many people express interest. If you are going to be in town that day, and are interested in joining us, let us know! Call either Mark or Angelo for details. <br /><br />Help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of April: Cake mixes, frosting, pudding, jello Monetary donations are also accepted. Please make checks payable to Project H.O.P.E.<br /><br /> REMINDER!!!!! If you unlock a door be sure it is locked when you leave. Be sure lights are off both inside and out. <br /><br />All Fellowship Hall non scheduled activities must be scheduled through the office <br /><br />WORK DAY…..Is there something you would like to see done around the church but didn’t want to ask? Well here is your chance! The Trustees are planning on a work day this spring and are looking for ideas. Please write down any jobs you would like to see done and place them in the offering plate. <br /><br />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<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7089035010616756896?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-43970112281525547712011-03-25T22:11:00.002-04:002011-03-25T22:21:38.226-04:00THIRD SUNDAY OF LENT<br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: Romans 5:1-11<br />Next Week: Ephesians 5:8-14<br />SERMON: “That’s Not Fair<br /></span><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /></strong><span style="color:#006600;">GREETERS: Gary &amp; Diane Harman (8:30)<br />Thompson Family (11:00)<br />MUSIC: Worship Team<br />NURSERY: Debbie Keeley<br />NEXT WEEK: Tyler &amp; Erin Kissling<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Dave Meyer<br />NEXT WEEK: Marty Andrews<br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong>WE STILL HAVE COOKBOOKS !!!!<br />Cost is $10.00<br />See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship.<br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br />Sunday…………….Mar 27<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday…………...Mar 29<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /><br />Wednesday…….….Mar 30<br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br />Choir 7:00PM<br /><br />Thursday………….Mar 31<br /> Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday…………….Apr 3<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS</strong><br /><span style="color:#993399;">EASTER FLOWERS…Deacons are taking orders for Tulips, Hyacinths and Easter Lilies. The cost is $5.00<br />Deadline for orders will be April 10. Envelopes for ordering are on table in narthex and back of sanctuary. They may be placed in the offering plates or given to a Deacon.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#009900;">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 March but I like to plan ahead. -Thanks, Pastor Mark<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">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.<br /><br /></span>ATTENTION CAMPERS!!!<br />Summer is quickly approaching, and it is time to start thinking about summer camp for the kids. Anyone interested in going to camp and having an awesome time while learning more about your own personal relationship with Jesus Christ, please fill out a registration form for the camp you are attending and return them to Mark or Christy Solley. As in previous years, the church has graciously offered to pay up to 80% of any child's registration fees to attend a church camp. Some take full advantage of this offer, some take part advantage of the offer and others pay their own way, your choice, just let us know. Registration forms for Seneca Hills are located in the foyer below the bulletin board and online<br />@ www.senecahills.com. If you have any questions please contact Mark or Christy Solley @ (724) 336 - 6753 or mcbasolley@comcast.net, thank you!<br /><br /><strong>Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of April:<br />Cake mixes, frosting, pudding, jello<br /></strong><br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">College Scholarship Applications Available<br /></span>Is there a High School Senior in your congregation who is planning to attend Grove City or Westminster College in the fall? Let him or her know about the Shenango Presbytery Scholarship…applications are available on the Presbytery website at http://www.shenango.org/Publications/index.htm#scholarship.<br />Applications are due by May 10, 2011.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-4397011228152554771?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-65206453236027762942011-03-18T19:57:00.002-04:002011-03-18T20:11:43.918-04:00<span style="color:#000099;"><strong>SECOND SUNDAY OF LENT</strong></span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Romans 4:1-5<br />Next Week: Romans 5:1-11<br />SERMON: “Father Abraham”</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />GREETERS: Verenski Family (8:30)<br />Andrews Family (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br />Janice Grim (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Diane Laughner<br />NEXT WEEK: Debbie Keeley<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Gleghorn<br />NEXT WEEK: Dave Meyer<br /><br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY</strong><br />Presbyterian fellowship forum immediately following each service this morning in the sanctuary<br /><br /><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /></strong><span style="color:#009900;">Sunday…………….Mar 20 </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Tuesday…………...Mar 22 </span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Wednesday…….….Mar 23 Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br />Choir 7:00PM<br />Worship Team 8:00PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Thursday………….Mar 24 </span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">AWANA 6:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Saturday…………..Mar 26 </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Worship Team 9:00AM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Sunday…………….Mar 27 </span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /></span><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /><br /></strong>BIBLE IN 90 DAYS<br />A story of an almighty God who wanted to be merciful to those who look to him. Made possible through the blood of Christ the Greatest Story Ever Told. -Bob Melvin<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">VBS Director Found…..<br />Please thank Karen Beatty for answering the call to be this year’s VBS Director as well as Marsha Montgomery, who has volunteered to help her. God is good!</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">ATTENTION CAMPERS!!!<br />Summer is quickly approaching, and it is time to start thinking about summer camp for the kids. Anyone interested in going to camp and having an awesome time while learning more about your own personal relationship with Jesus Christ, please fill out a registration form for the camp you are attending and return them to Mark or Christy Solley. As in previous years, the church has graciously offered to pay up to 80% of any child's registration fees to attend a church camp. Some take full advantage of this offer, some take part advantage of the offer and others pay their own way, your choice, just let us know. Registration forms for Seneca Hills are located in the foyer below the bulletin board and online<br />@ www.senecahills.com. If you have any questions please contact Mark or Christy Solley @ (724) 336 - 6753 or mcbasolley@comcast.net, thank you!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#663366;">Baptism Preparation Class On March 26 Bethel will host its first baptism preparation class. This class is required for parents who would like to have their young children/infant baptized but open to all who have an interest including older children, youth or adults desiring baptism or others who are interested in learning more about baptism. We will hold this class only twice a year the other one being in the fall. The class will run from 8:30 a.m. to about noon. A sweet breakfast will be provided. Call the church office to register or with questions. You can attend this class even if you are just expecting or in the adoption process. Both parents should attend.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#3333ff;">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 March but I like to plan ahead.<br />-Thanks, Pastor Mark<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#663333;">Mission Training Opportunity: TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language<br />A free course will be available for anyone interested in getting prepared for an opportunity to serve the Lord on a mission trip in the future. A representative from GEM (Greater Europe Mission) will be offering a course on Friday evening, March 25 and all day Saturday, March 26 for anyone interested of any age. 14 people can be accepted for this interactive class that has a reputation of being fun. The location of the class will be announced at a later date. To register, see Beth Kissling (724-336-6517).<br /></span><br />“New Creation”<br />Bessemer Presbyterian Church will host a concert by New Creation on Sunday, March 20th at 7:00PM. A free will offering will be received.<br />Refreshments will follow.<br />New Creation is a singing ministry group from Geneva College<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-6520645323602776294?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-17110477884887783462011-03-11T11:15:00.002-05:002011-03-11T11:33:52.987-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Romans 5:12-19<br />Next Week: Romans 4:1-5<br />SERMON: “Two Representatives You Did Not Elect”<br /><br /></span><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</strong>…<br />GREETERS: Don &amp; Joan Arrow (8:30)<br />Josh &amp; Jocelyn White (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Chris Arisman (8:30)<br />Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Rusty &amp; Amy George<br />NEXT WEEK: Diane Laughner<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Whippo<br />NEXT WEEK: Tom Gleghorn<br /><br /><strong>TODAY<br /><br /></strong><span style="color:#993399;">The SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER will be observed during morning worship. Anyone who has been baptized in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and who is trusting in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior is welcome to partake. For children who have not yet publicly professed their faith, Bethel’s practice is to allow them to participate, if in the judgment of their parents, they understand that Jesus died for their sins.</span><br /><br /><strong>WE STILL HAVE</strong>:<br /> COOKBOOKS <br />Cost is $10.00<br />See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship.<br /><br />Church History book $10.00 and church replica $12.00 are still available. See the church office or any history committee member.<br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br />BUILDING COMMITTEE:<br />Fred Raney, Shawn Sensky, Doug Verenski, Joe Berg, Jim Bredl,<br />Ray Nunamaker, Rhae Leslie, Lynne Banting, Paul Banting, Dave Preston,<br />Pete Shiderly, Howard Leslie, Hugh Laughner<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday…………….Mar 13<br />WORSHIP-COMMUNION 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP-COMMUNION 11:00AM<br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>Tuesday……………Mar 15 </strong><br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Prayer 7:00PM<br />Deacons, Session, Trustees 7:30PM<br /><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>Wednesday…….….Mar 16 </strong><br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br />Choir 7:00PM<br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>Thursday………….Mar 17</strong><br />Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br /><strong>Sunday…………….Mar 20 </strong><br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><strong>MISSIONS</strong> <strong>FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH<br /></strong><span style="color:#006600;">YOUNGSTOWN INTERVARSITY….. From Katie Schneider of IVCL in a recent email.<br />Concerning the fatal shooting at YSU: "We could really use your prayers for YSU at this critical time. There is a heaviness on students' hearts that the Christian students can give such comfort to; there is an awareness in students' lives that the life they have been living is short and often filled with things that are not worth living or dying for; and there is an openness to God and to a different way of living that the Gospel can speak into. I'm praying that this tragedy will be a turning point for many, many students in their walk with God."<br />Read the full email on the mission bulletin board<br /><br />New Tribes Mission is based in Sanford, FL and they are involved in<br />church planting ministry focusing on unevangelized tribal groups.<br />We have connections with Bill and Debby Bosley in Dakar, Senegal. Bill deals with the government doing all the paper work involved in the capital for missionaries stationed in the area. Debby prints educational materials and Bible translations and also helps as a host for incoming missionaries and does some nursing work too.<br /><br />Dan and Kathy Stokes are based in Saginaw, MI and have organized a trip for volunteers to go with them to New Guinea this summer.<br />Please look at email letters from them in the narthex on the Missions Bulletin Board.<br /><br />Pioneers: Paul and Lucinda Bentley are currently in Cochabamba, Bolivia, S.A. Paul coordinates different missionaries assignments in areas of the world where there are working on translations of the Bible and other materials into native languages. He helps with radio broadcasting that goes out to natives far from the city where they live. Lucinda is also involved with teaching women in many areas of their live.<br />Look for their latest email on the mission bulletin board on the narthex.<br /><br />Nile Theological College….. In January the people of the south in Sudan<br />voted to separate from the north of Sudan and become a legal country; they<br />will become the newest country in the world as of June 9, 2011. The new<br />country will be called South Sudan. This change also affects the Nile<br />Theological College (NTC) in Khartoum, Sudan. The Arabic Track and the<br />Diploma Program will remain in Khartoum as the English Track of the<br />college relocates to the new country of South Sudan. The primary language<br />of the south is English; however, Arabic is spoken there as well along with<br />many tribal languages. Please pray for the students and for the new country<br />of South Sudan.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">During Tuesday's prayer time before the session meeting, there will be an emphasis on tensions in the world, notably the Middle East, Asia and Northern Africa. We are encouraging all Bethel members to join together in lifting up these areas of concern. Join us at 7:00pm in the large classroom off the fellowship hall this Tuesday evening!!<br /><br /></span>ATTENTION CAMPERS!!!<br />Summer is quickly approaching, and it is time to start thinking about summer camp for the kids. Anyone interested in going to camp and having an awesome time while learning more about your own personal relationship with Jesus Christ, please fill out a registration form for the camp you are attending and return them to Mark or Christy Solley. As in previous years, the church has graciously offered to pay up to 80% of any child's registration fees to attend a church camp. Some take full advantage of this offer, some take part advantage of the offer and others pay their own way, your choice, just let us know. Registration forms for Seneca Hills are located in the foyer below the bulletin board and online @ www.senecahills.com. The deadline for early registration and the maximum discount is, March 13, 2011. If you have any questions please contact Mark or Christy Solley @ (724) 336 - 6753 or mcbasolley@comcast.net, thank you!<br /><br /><strong>Baptism Preparation Class On March 26</strong> Bethel will host its first baptism preparation class. This class is required for parents who would like to have their young children/infant baptized but open to all who have an interest including older children, youth or adults desiring baptism or others who are interested in learning more about baptism. We will hold this class only twice a year the other one being in the fall. The class will run from 8:30 a.m. to about noon. A sweet breakfast will be provided. Call the church office to register or with questions. You can attend this class even if you are just expecting or in the adoption process. Both parents should attend.<br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">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 March but I like to plan ahead -Thanks, Pastor Mark<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#990000;">VBS DIRECTOR<br />The youth of our congregation and community are looking for a Vacation Bible School (VBS) director for this summer. If you feel that the Spirit is nudging you to volunteer, please contact your Ch Ed Committee chairman, Murat Tanyel, at (724) 657-2314 (H) or (724) 651-9394 (Mobile) or mcmtanyel@me.com (email).<br /><br /></span><br />Mission Training Opportunity: TEFL - Teaching English as a Foreign Language<br />A free course will be available for anyone interested in getting prepared for an opportunity to serve the Lord on a mission trip in the future. A representative from GEM (Greater Europe Mission) will be offering a course on Friday evening, March 25 and all day Saturday, March 26 for anyone interested of any age. 14 people can be accepted for this interactive class that has a reputation of being fun. The location of the class will be announced at a later date. To register, see Beth Kissling (724-336-6517).<br /><br />“New Creation”<br />Bessemer Presbyterian Church will host a concert by New Creation on Sunday, 7:00PM <strong>March 20th </strong>. A free will offering will be received.<br />Refreshments will follow.<br />New Creation is a singing ministry group from Geneva College.<br /><br />Cinderella’s Closet<br />Sponsored by Mohawk Peer Leaders<br />Friday, March 25, 5PM-7PM Mohawk High School Cafeteria<br />-Drop off clean gently used gowns, jewelry, purses, shoes, etc.<br />Saturday, March 26, 10AM-2PM Mohawk High School Cafeteria<br />-Shop for your gown and accessories<br />-Refreshments will be served<br />Benefits Project H.O.P.E.<br /><br />Moninga Women of First Covenant Church is sponsoring a “Dutch Country Tour” on April 30, 2011 Cost is $65.00<br />See flyer on bulletin board for more information and to make reservations.<br /><br />New FREE Computer Training Course at New Castle Library for Senior Citizens<br />Must be age 55 or older. See flyer on bulletin boards for more information.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-1711047788488778346?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-767538419760953242011-03-04T12:43:00.002-05:002011-03-04T13:01:57.275-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 11:38-44</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"> Next Week: Romans 5:12-19</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">MESSAGE: "A NEW WARDROBE"</span><br /><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</strong><br />GREETERS: Don Keeley Family (8:30)<br /> Lee &amp; Carol Wagoner (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Janice Grim (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Beth Kissling<br />NEXT WEEK: Rusty &amp; Amy George<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Marty Andrews<br /> NEXT WEEK: Tom Whippo<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS</strong><br />Members of Session, Clerk of Session &amp; Pastors are reminded that Annual Session/Spouse Dinner is scheduled for Friday 3/11 at 6:30 at the Das Dutch Haus in Columbiana, Ohio. Notify Rusty George by Thursday 3/10 if you plan to attend or not attend.<br /><br /><strong>ATTENTION CAMPERS</strong><br />Summer camp is approaching. Please fill out registration forms and return to Mark or Christy Solley. The church will pay up to 80% of any child's registration fee to attend camp. Forms for Seneca Hills are located in the foyer below the bulletin board and online <a href="http://www.senecahills.com/">www.senecahills.com</a>. Deadline for early registration is 3/13/2011. Contact the Solley's for more info.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS - MARCH 26</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Class will run from 8:30am to about noon. Call the church office to register or with any questions</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">From the Pastor:</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">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 March but I like to plan head. Thanks. Pastor mark</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">VBS DIRECTOR NEEDED</span><br /><span style="color:#993399;">If you can volunteer please contact Murat Tanyel</span>.<br /><br /><strong>LOOKING AHEAD</strong><br />CE Meeting Tuesday March 8-7:00PM<br />Missions Meeting Tuesday March 8-7:30PM<br />COMMUNION- BOTH SERVICES MARCH 13<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-76753841976095324?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-4188993142945211882011-02-25T13:26:00.002-05:002011-02-25T13:51:01.298-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 11:28-37</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"> NEXT WEEK: John 11:38-44</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">MESSAGE: "The Weeping Jesus</span>"<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">GREETERS: Fred &amp; Emily Martsolf (8:30)</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"> Howard Leslie &amp; Bob Melvin (11:00)</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">MUSIC: Praise Team</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">NURSERY: Meghan Laughner</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Beth Laughner</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"> NEXT WEEK: Marty Andrews</span><br /><br /><strong>TODAY</strong><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">CHAOS RETREAT -MARCH 4,5,6 2011 CAMP FINDLEY</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">PLEAS SIGN UP TODAY!!!!</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">SIGN UP SHEET IS ON TABLE IN NARTHEX</span><br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS</strong><br />VBS DIRECTOR<br />The youth of our congregation and community are looking for a Vacation Bible School(VBS)_ director for this summer. If you feel that the Spirit is nudging you to volunteer, please contact you Ch Ed Committee chairman, Murat Tanyel, at 724- 657-2314 (H) or 724-651-9394 (Mobile) or <a href="mailto:mcmtaynel@me.com">mcmtaynel@me.com</a><br /><br /><strong>ATTENTION CAMPERS!!!</strong><br /><span style="color:#993399;">Summer is quickly approaching, and it is time to start thinking about summer camp for the kids. Anyone interested in going to camp, please fill out a registration form and return to Mark Or Christy Solley. Church will pay up to 80% of any child's registration fees to attend church camp. Registration forms for Seneca Hills are located in the foyer below the bulletin board and online</span> <a href="http://www.senecahills.com/">www.senecahills.com</a>. <span style="color:#993399;">Deadline for early registration and the maxi um discount is March 13, 2011. Any questions contact Mark or Christy Solley 724-336-6753</span> or <a href="mailto:mcbasolly@comcast.net">mcbasolly@comcast.net</a><br /><br /><br /><strong>BAPTISM PREPARATION CLASS</strong><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">On March 26th Bethel will host its first baptism preparation class. This class is required for parents who would like to have their young children/infant baptized but open to all who have an interest including older children, youth or adults desiring baptism or others who are interested in learning more about baptism. We will hold this class only twice a year the other one being in the fall. The class will run from 8:30AM to about noon. A sweet breakfast will be provided Call the church office to register or with questions. You can attend this class even if you are just expecting or in the adoption process. Both parents should attend.</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span><br />MOHAWK AREA CHURCH WOMEN invite you to attend <strong>World Day of Prayer at 10:30AM</strong> on <strong>March 4,2011</strong> at Westfield Presbyterian Church. Bessemer Presbyterian church will lead the program; Rev. Nathan Leslie will speak on their Summer mission trip (Executive Meeting at 10:00AM) Luncheon and fellowship hour will follow the program.<br /><br /><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS</strong><br />Sunday- Feb 27<br />WORSHIP ~ 8:30AM<br />Sunday School - 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP - 11:00AM<br />Confirmation Class - 5:30PM<br />CHAOS - 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday -Mar 1<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /> Worship 7:00PM<br /><br />Wednesday- Mar 2<br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br />Choir 7:00PM<br /><br />Thursday -Mar 3<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br />Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br /><br />Friday -Mar 4<br />CHAOS leaves for Retreat<br /><br />Sunday -Mar 6<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-418899314294521188?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-72863059254165653672011-02-18T19:38:00.003-05:002011-02-18T19:56:25.385-05:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING John 11:17-27<br />Next Week: John 11:28-37<br />MESSAGE : "The Resurrection and Life"<br /><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:14;"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></span></span></b><br /></span><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;">GREETERS:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span>Shawn Sensky Family (8:30)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>Mark Solley Family (11:00)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;">ORGANIST/PIANIST:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span>Nathan Parrott (8:30)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;">NURSERY:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>Bob Melvin &amp; Pattie Leicht<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>NEXT WEEK:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>Meghan Laughner<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;">TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span>Becky Raney<o:p></o:p></span></p><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';" ><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>NEXT WEEK:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>Beth Laughner</span><br /><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';" ></span><br /><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';" ><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">ANNOUNCEMENTS<o:p></o:p></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span class="yshortcuts"><span style="color:black;">Bethel Church</span></span><span style="color:black;"> Family....A Wonderful Praise...with your loving gifts you provided 30 Subway and <span class="yshortcuts">McDonald's</span> gift cards to our <span class="yshortcuts">Bethel College students</span> for Valentine’s Day. Thank you also to the three children’s Sunday school classes who wrote Valentine cards to be included with the gifts. Thank you and God Bless you. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-INDENT: 0.5in; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt 3in" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;">-The <span class="yshortcuts">Deacons</span> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv924373353msonormal"><span style="color:black;">VBS DIRECTOR<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv924373353msonormal"><span style="color:black;">The youth of our congregation and community are looking for a <span class="yshortcuts">Vacation Bible School</span> (VBS) director for this summer. If you feel that the Spirit is nudging you to volunteer, please contact your ChEd Committee chairman, <span class="yshortcuts">Murat</span> Tanyel, at <span class="yshortcuts">(724) 657-2314</span> (H) or <span class="yshortcuts">(724) 651-9394</span> (Mobile) or <a href="http://us.mc11.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=mcmtanyel@me.com" target="_blank"><span class="yshortcuts">mcmtanyel@me.com</span></a> (email).<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv924373353msonormal"><span style="color:black;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv924373353msonormal"><span style="color:black;">BIBLE IN 90 DAYS<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv924373353msonormal"><span style="color:black;">It’s been easier than I thought.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>It’s been time well spent but I should have cancelled by subscription to “The Wall Street Journal.”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>-Tim Kissling<o:p></o:p></span></p></span><br /><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';" ></span><br /><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';" ><h2 style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-size:85%;">CHAOS RETREAT<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>MARCH 4,5,6,<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>2011<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>CAMP FINDLEY<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal">PLEASE SIGN UP BY FEBRUARY 27<o:p></o:p></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText">SIGN UP SHEET IS ON TABLE IN NARTHEX<o:p></o:p></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv750132194msonormal"><span style="color:black;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv750132194msonormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv750132194msonormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv750132194msonormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv750132194msonormal"><span style="color:black;"></span> </p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv750132194msonormal"><span style="color:black;"></span> </p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv750132194msonormal"><span style="color:black;">Attention Campers!!!</span><span style="color:black;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv750132194msonormal"><span style="color:black;">Summer is quickly approaching, and it is time to start thinking about summer camp for the kids. Anyone interested in going to camp and having an awesome time while learning more about your own personal relationship with Jesus Christ, please fill out a registration form for the camp you are attending and return them to Mark or Christy Solley. As in previous years, the church has graciously offered to pay up to 80% of any child's registration fees to attend a church camp. Some take full advantage of this offer, some take part advantage of the offer and others pay their own way, your choice, just let us know. Registration forms for Seneca Hills are located in the foyer below the bulletin board and online </span><span style="color:black;">@</span><span style="color:black;"> </span><span style="color:black;"><a href="http://www.senecahills.com/" target="_blank"><span class="yshortcuts">www.senecahills.com</span></a>. The deadline for early registration and the maximum discount is, March 13, 2011. If you have any questions please contact Mark or Christy Solley @ <span class="yshortcuts">(724) 336 - 6753</span> or <a href="http://us.mc1128.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=mcbasolley@comcast.net" target="_blank"><span class="yshortcuts">mcbasolley@comcast.net</span></a>, thank you!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv857647976msonormal"></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv857647976msonormal"></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv857647976msonormal"></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv857647976msonormal"> </p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv857647976msonormal"> </p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv857647976msonormal"><span style="color:#cc0000;">Baptism Preparation Class </span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="yiv857647976msonormal">On March 26 Bethel will host its first baptism preparation class. This class is required for parents who would like to have their young children/infant baptized but open to all who have an interest including older children, youth or adults desiring baptism or others who are interested in learning more about baptism. We will hold this class only twice a year the other one being in the fall. The class will run from 8:30 a.m. to about noon. A sweet breakfast will be provided. Call the church office to register or with questions. You can attend this class even if you are just expecting or in the adoption process. Both parents should attend. <br style="mso-special-character: line-break"><br style="mso-special-character: line-break"><span style="color:black;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 12pt" class="yiv857647976msonormal"><span style="color:black;"></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 12pt" class="yiv857647976msonormal"><span style="color:black;">"Lost: blue and white spherically shaped laptop speakers, about 4" across. Last seen in 11/12 Grade SS Classroom - Choir Room."<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText">Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of February:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats. <o:p></o:p></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><o:p></o:p></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText">REMINDER!!!!!<o:p></o:p></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText">If you unlock a door be sure it is locked when you leave. Be sure lights are off both inside and out.<o:p></o:p></p><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';" >All Fellowship Hall non scheduled activities must be scheduled through the office</span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';" ></span><br /></span><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';" ></span><br /><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';" ></span></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7286305925416565367?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-47699584729716447412011-02-11T21:29:00.003-05:002011-02-11T21:57:57.641-05:00<p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"><span style="font-size:11;"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">John 11:1-16<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><span style="color:#000099;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>Next Week:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>John 11:17-27<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:#000099;"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"></span><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;">MESSAGE:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">“Taking a Risk for Friends</b> </span></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"></span></p><span style="font-size:11;"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman;"><o:p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">GREETERS:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span></b>Liz Arent &amp; Bette McKim<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"> </b>(8:30)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span><span style="font-size:100%;">Bob, Brook, Jackson &amp; Burke Miller(11:00)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">ORGANIST/PIANIST:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span></b>Nathan Parrott (8:30)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="font-size:100%;">Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">NURSERY:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span></b><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>Rob &amp; Rachael Hodge<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="font-size:100%;">NEXT WEEK:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span></span></b><span style="font-size:100%;">Bob Melvin &amp; Debbie Keeley<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"></span></b>Dave Meyer<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';" ><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal">NEXT WEEK:<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span></b>Marty Andrews</span></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:100%;" ></span></p><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:11;" ><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;">CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in -0.9in 0pt 0in" class="MsoBodyText"><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-size:100%;">Sunday…………….Feb 13<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><b><span style="font-size:100%;">WORSHIP<span style="mso-tab-count: 2"> </span>8:30AM<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"><b>S</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold">unday School 9:45AM</span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;">WORSHIP <span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>11:00AM</span></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"></b><span style="font-size:100%;">Confirmation Class<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span>5:30PM</span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">CHAOS<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>6:30PM<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Tuesday……………Feb 15<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="font-size:100%;">Ladies Bible Study<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>10:00AM<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Prayer<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span>6:30PM<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Joint Board<span style="mso-tab-count: 2"> </span>7:00PM<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="font-size:100%;">Deacons, Session, Trustees<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Wednesday…….….Feb 16<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="font-size:100%;">Library Open<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">Choir<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span>7:00PM<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;">Thursday………….Feb 17<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="font-size:100%;">Ladies Bible Study<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>9:00AM</span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;">AWANA<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>6:30PM<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;font-size:100%;" ></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-size:100%;">Sunday…………….Feb 20<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><b><span style="font-size:100%;">WORSHIP<span style="mso-tab-count: 2"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>8:30AM<o:p></o:p></span></b></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span><span style="font-size:100%;">S</span></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-size:100%;">unday School<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>9:45AM<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:100%;">WORSHIP <span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>11:00AM<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-size:100%;">Confirmation Class<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span>5:30PM<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="mso-tab-count: 2"></span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span><span style="font-size:100%;">CHAOS<span style="mso-tab-count: 2"> </span><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"></span>6:30PM</span></span><o:p></o:p></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"></b><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;">OUR PRAYERS FOR UPCOMING WEEK…<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b><span style="font-size:100%;">FAMILY &amp; FRIENDS OF BETHEL IN <o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;"><b>MILITARY SERVICE OVERSEAS:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold">Justin Roberts<b><o:p></o:p></b></span></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b><span style="font-size:100%;">NAMES SHARED FOR PRAYER LAST WEEK:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-size:100%;">Mt.Jackson Church, Buster Scott, Issues before denomination,<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold"><span style="font-size:100%;">Michael Zupanic, Family &amp; Friends of Conner Bobik, Kennedys and all Christians in Egypt, Megan Leone, Stephanie V new location, need for teachers to Portugal with GEM, Praise for Grace Ricci, Linda, Jeff’s family<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;">ANNOUNCEMENTS<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></b></p><h2 style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></h2><h2 style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt"><span style="font-size:100%;">CHAOS RETREAT<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>MARCH 4,5,6,<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>2011<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>CAMP FINDLEY<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;">PLEASE SIGN UP BY FEBRUARY 27<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;">SIGN UP SHEET IS ON TABLE IN NARTHEX<o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color:#009900;"></span></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color:#009900;">Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of February:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="color:#009900;">Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats</span>.</b> <o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;color:black;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="color:#cc0000;"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></span></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="color:#cc0000;"><span style="font-size:100%;">Baptism Preparation Class<span style="mso-tab-count: 1"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1"><span style="color:#cc0000;"></span></span></b><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="color:#cc0000;">On March 26 Bethel will host its first baptism preparation class.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>This class is required for parents who would like to have their young children/infant baptized but open to all who have an interest including older children, youth or adults desiring baptism. We will hold this class only twice a year the other one being in the fall. The class will run from 8:30 a.m. to about noon. A sweet breakfast will be provided. Call the church office to register or with questions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>You can attend this class even if you are just expecting or in the adoption process.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Both parents should attend</span>. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in auto" class="yiv924373353msonormal"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="font-size:100%;color:black;"></span></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in auto" class="yiv924373353msonormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><strong>VBS DIRECTOR</strong> ~ The youth of our congregation and community are looking for a <span class="yshortcuts">Vacation Bible School</span> (VBS) director for this summer. If you feel that the Spirit is nudging you to volunteer, please contact your ChEd Committee chairman, <span class="yshortcuts">Murat</span> Tanyel, at <span class="yshortcuts">(724) 657-2314</span> (H) or <span class="yshortcuts">(724) 651-9394</span> (Mobile) or </span><a href="http://us.mc11.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=mcmtanyel@me.com" target="_blank"><span class="yshortcuts" style="font-size:100%;">mcmtanyel@me.com</span></a><span style="font-size:100%;"> (email).<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></b></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style="font-size:100%;">"<span style="color:#3333ff;">Lost: blue and white spherically shaped laptop speakers, about 4" across. Last seen in 11/12 Grade SS Classroom - Choir Room</span>."<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:100%;color:black;"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="color:#993399;"><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></span></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal"><span style="color:#993399;"><span style="font-size:100%;">REMINDER!!!!!<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="color:#993399;"><span style="font-size:100%;">If you unlock a door be sure it is locked when you leave. Be sure lights are off both inside and out.<o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="color:#993399;"><span style="font-size:100%;">All Fellowship Hall non scheduled activities must be scheduled through the office<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;font-family:'Lucida Calligraphy';" ><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style="font-size:100%;color:#993399;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black;"><span style="font-size:100%;color:#993399;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><b><o:p><span style="font-size:100%;"></span></o:p></b></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;font-size:100%;" ></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: justify; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText"><span style="font-size:100%;">Christmas Eve Banner that was at the end of Petersburg Road is missing. If you know the whereabouts please call the church office. The sign was outside the kitchen door.</span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"></span></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left; MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt" class="MsoBodyText" align="left"><span style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Times New Roman'; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-: EN-USfont-family:'Times New Roman';font-size:11;" ></span></o:p></span></span></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-4769958472971644741?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-24341282165259377292011-02-04T13:54:00.003-05:002011-02-04T14:08:21.353-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 10:31-42<br />Next Week: John 11:1-16<br />SERMON: “Blasphemous Jesus”<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: (8:30)<br />(11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Chris Arisman (8:30)<br />Carolyn Cowher (11:00)<br />NURSERY:<br />NEXT WEEK:<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Beth Laughner<br />NEXT WEEK: Dave Meyer<br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY</strong><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">The SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER will be observed during morning worship. Anyone who has been baptized in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and who is trusting in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior is welcome to partake. For children who have not yet publicly professed their faith, Bethel’s practice is to allow them to participate, if in the judgment of their parents, they understand that Jesus died for their sins.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#cc0000;">CHAOS Super Bowl Party……6:00PM Beatty’s<br />Girls bring snacks! Boys bring pop</span>!<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Valentine Gift for College Students The Bethel Deacons are asking the Bethel Family's support to provide Valentine Day food gift cards to 30 Bethel College students. Please give your gift to a Deacon or place it in an envelope marked "Valentine" and place the envelope in the offering plate by TODAY!! Our college students and the Deacons thank you for caring.<br /><br /></span>There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br />BUILDING COMMITTEE:<br />Fred Raney, Shawn Sensky, Doug Verenski, Joe Berg, Jim Bredl,<br />Ray Nunamaker, Rhae Leslie, Lynne Banting, Paul Banting, Dave Preston,<br />Pete Shiderly, Howard Leslie, Hugh Laughner<br /><br /><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br /></strong>Sunday…………….Feb 6 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS SUPER BOWL PARTY<br />BEATTY’S 6:00PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Feb 8<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />CE 7:00PM<br />Mission 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday…….….Feb 9<br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br />Choir 7:00PM<br />Worship Team 8:00PM<br />Men’s Bible Study 8:00PM<br />Home of Scott McQuiston<br /><br />Thursday………….Feb 10 AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday…………….Feb 13<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#003333;">Men’s Bible Study starting back up Wednesday, February 9, 8:00PM at Scott McQuiston’s house. We’ll be deciding on a new study series at this meeting. All are welcome!!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#ff0000;">Articles for March newsletter will be due by February 20.<br />Place in tray on office door or e-mail to office@bethelupchurch.org or<br />jbs417@windstream.net<br /><br /></span><strong>CHAOS RETREAT MARCH 4,5,6, 2011 CAMP FINDLAY<br />PLEASE SIGN UP BY FEBRUARY 27<br />SIGN UP SHEET IS ON TABLE IN NARTHEX<br /><br /></strong>Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of February: Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats.<br /><br />"Lost: blue and white spherically shaped laptop speakers, about 4" across. Last seen in 11/12 Grade SS Classroom - Choir Room."<br /><br /><br />REMINDER!!!!!<br />If you unlock a door be sure it is locked when you leave. Be sure lights are off both inside and out.<br />All Fellowship Hall non scheduled activities must be scheduled through the office<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-2434128216525937729?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-13642190634434627512011-01-28T19:36:00.004-05:002011-01-28T20:44:53.250-05:00SCRIPTURE READING: John 10:22-30<br />MESSAGE: "No Snatching Allowed"<br />NEXT WEEK: John 10:31-42<br /><br />SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY<br />GREETERS: Angelo Sun Family 8:30AM<br />Gordon Richards Family (11:00AM)<br />MUSIC: Praise Team<br />NURSERY: Kamicker Family<br />NEXT WEEK:<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Whippo<br />NEXT WEEK: Beth Laughner<br /><br />TODAY<br />Congregation Meeting - Tureen to follow 11:00AM service<br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………. Jan 30 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Congregational Dinner/Meeting<br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br />CHAOS 4:00PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Feb 1 <br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Worship 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday…….…..Feb 2 <br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br />Choir 7:00PM<br /><br />Thursday…………..Feb 3 <br />Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday……………..Feb 6 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS<br />Ladies Tuesday morning bible study is starting a new study., "Love and Respect: by Dr. Eggerichs. Meets at 10:00AM in room off of the fellowship hall. Child care is provided.<br /><br />VALENTINE GIFT FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS:<br />Deacons are asking the Bethel family support to provide Valentine Day food gift cards to be sent to 30 Bethel College students. Please give you gift to a Deacon or place it in an envelope marked "Valentine" and place in the offering place by February 6th<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-1364219063443462751?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-74202473873220541102011-01-21T18:45:00.003-05:002011-01-21T19:04:18.284-05:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: Jeremiah 38:1-13<br />Jeremy will be delivering the message<br /></span><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY<br /></strong>GREETERS: Ken &amp; Anita Clark (8:30)<br />Ivan &amp; Carolyn Raney (11:00)<br />MUSIC: Youth Praise Team<br />NURSERY: Barbie &amp; Ali Bredl<br />NEXT WEEK: Kamicker Family<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Becky Raney<br />NEXT WEEK: Tom Whippo<br /><br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS<br />Ladies Tuesday morning bible study is starting a new study. We will be looking at "Love and Respect" by Dr. Eggerichs. We meet at 10:00A.M in the room off the fellowship hall. This will be a great study based on biblical principles of marriage and anyone who is interested stop out Tuesday morning. Child care is provided.<br /><br />CONGREGATIONAL MEETING - SUNDAY JANUARY 30, 2011<br />TUREEN TO FOLLOW 11:00AM SERVICE<br />If you last name begins with A-M please bring a covered dish<br />If you last name begins with N-Z please bring a dessert or salad<br />Meat, rolls &amp; beverage will be furnished.<br />Please bring own table service.<br /><br />Bible in 90 Days<br />Reading the Bible in 90 days has for me become a joy rather than a challenge. Each day I find myself reading with the expectation of discovery and wonder. I am fascinated by the may characters and events that I had forgotten. Moses, Aaron, Miriam are much more than stories but are real in ways that I didn't remember them being in the past. And how about the talking donkey?. Rusty George<br /><br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">Valentine Gift for College Students:<br />The deacons are asking the Bethel Family's support to provide Valentine Day food gift cards to 30 Bethel College students. Please give your gift to a deacon or place it in an envelope marked "Valentine" and place the envelope in the offering plate by February 6th. Our college students and the deacons thank you for caring.<br /><br /></span>BLOOD DRIVE<br />Tuesday, January 25. 1PM-6PM<br />Mt. Jackson Presbyterian Church<br /><br />CHAOS "TAILGATE PARTY" 4:00PM -5:30PM ~ Wear your Steelers gear!!!!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7420247387322054110?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-83514797540181381522011-01-14T15:06:00.002-05:002011-01-14T15:18:16.240-05:00…<br /><br /><span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 10:11-21<br /> MESSAGE: “Jesus the Good Shepherd</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong></strong></span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY<br /></strong>GREETERS: Carol Mielke &amp; Kim Fredericks (8:30)<br /> Scott &amp; Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Janice Grim (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Brenda &amp; Shelby Brown<br /> NEXT WEEK: Barbie &amp; Ali Bredl<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Gleghorn<br /> NEXT WEEK: Becky Raney</span><br /><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong> <span style="color:#009900;">Today in worship we install and/or ordain our recently elected Elders, Trustees and Deacons. They are:<br />Elder: Rusty George, Don Gwin, Howard Leslie<br />Trustee: Marty Andrews, Tom Gleghorn<br />Deacon : *Barbie Bredl, Amy George, Marsha Montgomery<br /></span><br />*To be ordained<br /><br />A<span style="color:#6600cc;"> BIG THANK YOU to those officers who completed their term of 2010. They are:<br />Elder: Rusty George, Jon Laughner, Fred Raney<br />Trustee: Jim Bredl, Doug Verenski<br />Deacon: Stacy Cosgrove, Royanne McClearn, Heidi Sensky<br /></span><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br />BUILDING COMMITTEE:<br />Fred Raney, Shawn Sensky, Doug Verenski, Joe Berg, Jim Bredl,<br />Ray Nunamaker, Rhae Leslie, Lynne Banting, Paul Banting, Dave Preston, Pete Shiderly, Howard Leslie, Hugh Laughner<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………. Jan 16 <br /> WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Ordination/Installation<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> Ordination/Installation<br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Jan 18 <br /> Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /> Prayer 7:00PM<br /> Deacons 7:30PM<br /> Session 7:30PM<br /> Trustees 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………..Jan 19 <br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /><br />Thursday…………..Jan 20 <br /> Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday……………..Jan 23 <br /> WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#cc0000;">ATTENTION COMMITTEES…..<br />Written reports are due today!!!!<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#993399;">Ladies Tuesday morning bible study is starting a new study. We will be looking at "Love and Respect" by Dr. Eggerichs. We meet at 10:00 A.M. in the room off of the fellowship hall. This will be a great study based on biblical principles of marriage and anyone who is interested please stop out next Tuesday morning. Child care is provided ~ hope to see you there</span>!<br /><br /><strong>Congregational Meeting Sunday, January 30, 2011<br /></strong><span style="color:#009900;">Tureen to follow 11:00 service<br />If your last name begins with A-M please bring a covered dish<br />If your last name begins with N-Z please bring a dessert or salad<br />Meat, rolls and beverage will be furnished.<br />Please bring own table service.<br /></span><br />Bible in 90 days<br />"I found it really easy to complete my 12 pages/day! I didn't even have to completely give up my "pleasure" reading. It has been interesting to read the Bible as a story (and, in some sections, a "racy" one!). Reading larger amounts really gave me a better appreciation and understanding than I've had before. I look forward to the next 83 days!" -Diane Laughner<br /><br />The Crisis Shelter of Lawrence County in partnership with<br />The Pennsylvania State Police Presents<br />TEENS, TECHNOLOGY AND VIOLENCE<br />Mohawk High School<br />January 26, 2011 from 6-8:30PM<br />This is for parents, families, educators and individuals who work with youth.Topics for discussion: Cyber-Bullying, Sexting, Bullying, Technology and Safety, Laws and Legal Issues and a Q &amp; A Session<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-8351479754018138152?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-59577044158105298452011-01-07T12:49:00.002-05:002011-01-07T13:08:37.471-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Genesis 14:19-20, Matthew 23:23-25 </span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">Next Week: John 10:11-21<br /> MESSAGE: “Money and Godliness”<br /></span> <br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"><br />SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Don &amp; Karen Gwin (8:30)_<br /> Dave &amp; Edie Preston (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />NURSERY: Janet &amp; Rebekah Whippo<br /> NEXT WEEK: Brenda &amp; Shelby Brown<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Marty Andrews<br /> NEXT WEEK: Tom Gleghorn</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;">CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………. Jan 9 </span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Tuesday……………Jan 11 </span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />CE 7:00PM<br /> Mission </span><span style="color:#006600;">7:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Wednesday………..Jan 12 </span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> Choir Practice 7:00PM<br /> Worship Team 8:00PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Thursday…………..Jan 13 </span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">AWANA 6:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Sunday……………..Jan 16 </span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Ordination/Installation<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> Ordination/Installation<br />Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br /></span> <span style="color:#006600;">CHAOS 6:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#990000;">MISSIONS<br /> AFRICA RURAL MISSION….. Our prayer for you all is; that God bless you and your families this Christmas season and the year ahead!<br />May 2011 be the year that the Lord will work wonders in and through our lives for His Glory even in the midst of difficulty worldwide. May He use us like the star that led the wise men to Christ…to lead people that cross our lives and don’t know Him yet…to lead them to Him!!!<br />May we all be part of His team of “workers” who are busy with the gathering of the Great Harvest in the last days. HE is Coming Again…Finally,Japie &amp; Wilna</span><br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong> <span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>ATTENTION COMMITTEES…..<br />Written reports may be handed in any time.<br />Deadline is January 16.<br /></strong></span><br />READ THRU THE BIBLE IN 90 DAYS Today is the day! Day #1 on our Read Thru the Bible Challenge. Schedules are on the table in the back of the sanctuary. There is also a list of those joining in so we can encourage each other in the journey of reading ALL of God's Word. For those interested, a Sunday School class will meet in the room off the fellowship hall today to view an introductory video. Then each week we will meet together to view a teaching video on what we have read. What a privilege it is to be able to read ALL of God's Word......enjoy the journey!<br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#333399;">Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of January: Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats.<br /></span><br /><strong>Praise God!!! Mission giving surpassed budget by $3,932.47.</strong><br /><br />The History of Bethel U.P. Church 1798~1988 book has had a second printing and is now available for $10.00 plus postage. The church replica/collectable which was sold at the 210th Birthday Celebration in 2008 and is available for $12.00 plus postage. See Nancy Gibson, Lloyd Raney, Betty Scott or check with the church office. All money will go into the church history fund.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-5957704415810529845?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-44807871474455588452010-12-30T13:49:00.002-05:002010-12-30T13:54:16.047-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Jeremiah 20:1-18 <br /> Next Week: Genesis 14:18-20 <br /> Matthew 23:23-40<br />MESSAGE</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Chris Arisman (8:30)<br /> Carolyn McQuiston (11:00) <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Dave Meyer </span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"> NEXT WEEK: Marty Andrews</span><br /><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong>In the narthex and back of sanctuary are copies of the Bethel Church history book and a church collectible. If anyone is interested in purchasing either, see Nancy Gibson, Lloyd Raney, Betty Scott, or check with the church office. The book is $10.00 and the collectible is $12.00. The money received will go into the history fund.<br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………. Jan 2 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Tuesday……………Jan 4 Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /> Worship 8:00PM<br />Wednesday………..Jan 5 Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> Choir Practice 7:00PM<br />Thursday…………..Jan 6 Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br /> AWANA 6:30PM<br />Sunday……………..Jan 9 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> Confirmation Class 5:30PM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM</span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-4480787147445558845?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-55495651990727473122010-12-25T19:42:00.002-05:002010-12-25T19:50:04.780-05:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: Jeremiah 1 <br /> Next Week: Jeremiah 20: 1-18 <br /> MESSAGE </span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />MUSIC: Praise Team <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Beth Laughner NEXT WEEK: </span><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">Dave Myer</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;"><strong>TODAY<br /></strong> The red &amp; white poinsettia is given by Shirley Kuhn in memory of parents &amp; brother, Carl &amp; Orpha &amp; Gary Rice</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">In the narthex and sanctuary is a copy of the Bethel Church history book and a church collectible. If anyone is interested in purchasing either, see Nancy Gibson, Lloyd Raney, Betty Scott, or check with the church office. The book is $10.00 and the collectible is $12.00. The money received will go into the history fund.<br /></span><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Dec 26 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Wednesday……….Dec 29 Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> Choir 7:00PM<br />Sunday……………....Jan 2 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong> <span style="color:#006600;">BIBLE IN 90 DAY CHALLENGE So have you decided that this will be the year that you will read thru the Bible? Please sign up in the fellowship hall or narthex so we have an idea of how many are joining in. If you would like to order the hard cover/large print Bible see Janice Grim by 12-19-10 (724-667-1123) or go to </span><a href="http://biblein90days.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color:#006600;">Biblein90days.org</span></a><span style="color:#006600;"> to order for yourself and to find out more about this invitation to read ALL OF GOD'S WORD. (There is an audio schedule for anyone interested in listening thru the Bible).<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of December: Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats.<br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-5549565199072747312?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-75396869481356296532010-12-17T17:41:00.003-05:002010-12-17T18:07:36.889-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Isaiah 7:10-16<br />Next Week: Jeremiah 1<br />MESSAGE at (8:30 service only)</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />GREETERS: Kim &amp; Liz Parrott (8:30)<br />Dick &amp; Nancy Gibson (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br />Janice Grim (11:00)<br />ADVENT CANDLES: Don, Karen &amp; Scott Gwin<br />Leighann &amp; Justin Mitchell (8:30)<br />Marty Andrews Family (11:00)<br />NURSERY TODAY: Gary &amp; Diane Harman<br />NEXT WEEK:<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Whippo<br />NEXT WEEK: Beth Laughner</span><br /><br /><strong>TODAY</strong><br /><span style="color:#993399;">BETHEL CHILDRENS CHRISTMAS PROGRAM Today at 2:00PM come on out and enjoy the talents of our children as they perform Christmas songs, poems, scripture readings and the nativity scene to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. Following the program all are invited to the fellowship hall for cookies and drink.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Articles for January/February newsletter are due TODAY!!<br />Place in tray on office door or email to </span><a href="mailto:office@bethelupchurch.org"><span style="color:#cc0000;">office@bethelupchurch.org</span></a><span style="color:#cc0000;"> or </span><a href="mailto:jbs417@windstream.net"><span style="color:#cc0000;">jbs417@windstream.net</span></a><br /><span style="color:#333399;"><br />In the narthex and sanctuary is a copy of the Bethel Church history book and a church collectible. If anyone is interested in purchasing either, see Nancy Gibson, Lloyd Raney, Betty Scott, or check with the church office. The book is $10.00 and the collectible is $12.00. The money received will go into the history fund</span>.<br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br /><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br /></strong>Sunday……………Dec 19<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP (Cantata) 11:00AM<br />Confirmation Class 6:30PM<br />CHAOS Christmas Party 7:00PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Dec 21<br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Worship Team 7:00PM<br />Session Meeting 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………..Dec 22<br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br />CHAOS Bible Study 7:00PM<br />Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy<br /><br />Sunday…………...Dec 26<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><br /><span style="color:#990000;">2011 OFFERING ENVELOPES<br />Please pick up your 2011 offering envelopes in the coat room.<br />If you currently do not use offering envelopes and would like them for 2011 please call the church office or see any Trustee!!<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#33cc00;">CE Committee is looking for a teacher for the Junior High Sunday School Class (7th &amp; 8th Grade). Those interested, please contact Elder, Murat Tanyel at (724) 657-2314 (H) or (724) 847-5234 (W).<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">BIBLE IN 90 DAY CHALLENGESo have you decided that this will be the year that you will read thru the Bible? Please sign up in the fellowship hall or narthex so we have an idea of how many are joining in. If you would like to order the hard cover/large print Bible see Janice Grim by 12-19-10 (724-667-1123) or go to </span><a href="http://biblein90days.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color:#3333ff;">Biblein90days.org</span></a><span style="color:#3333ff;"> to order for yourself and to find out more about this invitation to read ALL OF GOD'S WORD. (There is an audio schedule for anyone interested in listening thru the Bible).<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#663366;">Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of December: Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Christmas Eve Services:<br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Bethel U P Church<br /></span>5:00PM and 7:00PM<br /></span><br /><strong>O Come, All Ye Faithful<br /></strong>A Musical Celebration of Christmas<br />Sunday, December 19, 2010 7:00PM<br />First Presbyterian Church, 125 N Jefferson, New Castle<br />All Donations to Benefit City Rescue Mission<br /><br />Betty Butera has been moved to Golden Hill Nursing Home<br />2 W Room 107, Friendship Street, New Castle, Pa 16101<br />Her birthday was 12/18. To brighten her holidays, drop her a note of birthday wishes or a Christmas card.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7539686948135629653?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-5158708475388018042010-12-10T14:04:00.002-05:002010-12-10T14:26:49.939-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Isaiah 35 </span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">MESSAGE: "Redeemed for a Road Trip</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"> Next Week: Isaiah 7:10-16 </span><br /><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</strong>…<br /> GREETERS: Joe &amp; Jeanette Berg (8:30)<br /> Russ Ponziani Family (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />ADVENT CANDLES: Tom Whippo Family (8:30)<br /> Thomas Family(11:00)<br />NURSERY TODAY: Beatty Family<br />NEXT WEEK: Gary &amp; Diane Harman<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Becky Raney<br /> NEXT WEEK: Tom Whippo<br /><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong> <span style="color:#006600;">Arrangement on the organ is given in loving memory of Paul and Valerie White by Cora.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">The Deacons are selling poinsettias again for $5. Orders will be taken TODAY (last day). Envelopes are provided on the table in the back of the sanctuary. Please put your orders in the offering plate.<br /></span><span style="color:#33cc00;"><br />The Bethel Christmas Card Post Office is in operation. If you would like to send cards to people who will be in worship during the Advent Season please drop them in the alphabetically indexed box in the overflow room</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">In the narthex and on table at back of sanctuary is a copy of the Bethel Church history book and a church collectible. If anyone is interested in purchasing either, see Nancy Gibson, Lloyd Raney, Betty Scott, or check with the church office. The book is $10.00 and the collectible is $12.00. The money received will go into the history fund.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /></span> <br /><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /></strong><br />Sunday……………Dec 12 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Dec 14 <br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />CE 7:30PM<br />Mission 7:30PM <br /> Home of Janet Dawson<br /><br />Wednesday………..Dec 15 <br /> “Knowing God” 9:30AM <br /> Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan <br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br />CHAOS Bible Study 7:00PM<br /> Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy<br /> Cantata Practice 7:00PM<br /> Choir Practice 8:00PM<br /><br />Thursday…………Dec 16 <br /> Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Saturday………….Dec 18 <br />Cantata Practice 9:00AM<br /><br />Sunday…………...Dec 19 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP (Cantata) 11:00AM<br /> Children’s Christmas Program 2:00PM<br /> Confirmation Class Mtg 6:30PM<br /> CHAOS Christmas Party 7:00PM<br /> <br />OUR PRAYERS FOR UPCOMING WEEK…<br /><br />FAMILY &amp; FRIENDS OF BETHEL IN<br />MILITARY SERVICE OVERSEAS: Justin Roberts, John Cory<br /><br />NAMES SHARED FOR PRAYER LAST WEEK: Dave Preston, John, Victoria Thompson, Safety of Missionaries on the Ivory Coast, Mary, Brenda Michel, Cindy Martin, Karen Lucas, Jim Gagliano, Sr. Carolyn, Jordan Isabella<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong> <span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Anyone wanting announcement in bulletins for Sunday 12/25 and Sunday 1/2/2011 MUST have them in the office by Friday, Dec 17.<br /></strong></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">The Mission Committee will meet Dec. 14, 2010, 7:30 PM at the home of Janet Dawson. All congregation members interested in missions are invited to attend. No experience required</span>!<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>Practice for Children’s Christmas Program, Saturday, Dec 18 9:00AM</strong>.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#009900;">BETHEL CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PROGRAM - Sunday Dec 19.- 2:00pm</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Come on out and enjoy the talents of our children as they perform Christmas songs, poems, scripture readings and the nativity scene to celebrate the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. Following the program all are invited to the fellowship hall for cookies and drink</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Articles for January/February newsletter are due by December 19</span>.<br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Place in tray on office door or email to</span> <a href="mailto:office@bethelupchurch.org">office@bethelupchurch.org</a> or <a href="mailto:jbs417@windstream.net">jbs417@windstream.net</a><br /><span style="color:#009900;"><br />BIBLE IN 90 DAY CHALLENGE</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">So have you decided that this will be the year that you will read thru the Bible? Please sign up in the fellowship hall or narthex so we have an idea of how many are joining in. If you would like to order the hard cover/large print Bible see Janice Grim by 12-19-10 </span> or go to <a href="http://biblein90days.org/" target="_blank">Biblein90days.org</a> <span style="color:#33cc00;">to order for yourself and to find out more about this invitation to read ALL OF GOD'S WORD. (There is an audio schedule for anyone interested in listening thru the Bible).<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICES at Bethel </span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">5:00PM and 7:00PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CE Committee is looking for a teacher for the Junior High Sunday School Class (7th &amp; 8th Grade). Those interested, please contact Elder, Murat Tanyel at (724) 657-2314 (H) or (724) 847-5234 (W).<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">For emergencies only during the weeks of December 26 through January 7 please contact Jeremy at (724) 730-1358<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Cindy will be out of the office the week of Dec 27th.<br /></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-515870847538801804?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-1611543280270592392010-12-03T14:57:00.002-05:002010-12-03T15:08:23.384-05:00<span style="color:#3333ff;"><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br />SCRIPTURE READING: Isaiah 11:1-11 Next Week: Isaiah 35 </span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">MESSAGE: “A Truly Hopeful Stump Speech”</span> <br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#000099;">CHILDREN’S MESSAGE </span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">Boyd Laughner (8:30)<br />Matthew Montgomery (11:00</span>)<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />GREETERS: Paul &amp; Lynne Banting (8:30)<br /> Anthony &amp; Michelle Piccirilli (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Chris Arisman (11:00)<br />ADVENT CANDLES: Shawn Sensky Family (8:30)<br /> Russ Ponziani Family (11:00)<br />NURSERY TODAY: Karen &amp; Darren Druschel<br />NEXT WEEK: Beatty Family<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Jim Bredl<br /> NEXT WEEK: Becky Raney<br /></span><br /><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong>There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Dec 5 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Family Connect 5:30PM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br />Monday……………Dec 6 FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Dec 7 MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Trustees 7:30PM<br />Worship 8:00PM<br /><br />Wednesday………..Dec 8 “Knowing God” 9:30AM Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan <br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> Cantata Practice 7:00PM<br /> Choir Practice 8:00PM<br /> Worship Team 8:30PM<br /><br />Thursday…………Dec 9 AWANA 6:30PM<br />Sunday…………...Dec 12 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#660000;">ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">The Deacons will be selling poinsettias again this year for $5. Orders will be taken Sunday, December 5 and Sunday, December 12. Envelopes will be provided on the table in the back of the sanctuary on those Sundays. Please put your orders in the offering plate.<br /><br />Practice for Children’s Christmas Program will be Saturday, December 18 at 9:00AM.<br /><br />Children’s Christmas Program Sunday, December 19th at 2:00PM.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">The Bethel Christmas Card Post Office is in operation. If you would like to send cards to people who will be in worship during the Advent Season please drop them in the alphabetically indexed box in the overflow room.<br /></span><br /><strong>CE Committee is looking for a teacher for the Junior High Sunday School Class (7th &amp; 8th Grade). Those interested, please contact Elder, Murat Tanyel at (724) 657-2314 (H) or (724) 847-5234 (W).<br /></strong><br />COMING SOON IN JANUARY OF 2011WILL YOU TAKE THE CHALLENGE?READ THRU THE BIBLE, COVER TO COVER IN 90 DAYS!WATCH FOR MORE DETAILS.<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">Dear Bethel Friends,<br /> Thanks so much to all of you for your prayers this past month and for the food you have given Ralph and me and also for the cards. Please keep praying for me and my family as they take such good care of us.<br /> Your friend in Christ, Audrey<br /></span><br />Thank Offering for “Celebrate Sudan” totaled $1,259.00<br /><br />Thank you to everyone who was willing to be nominated to serve as a church officer. The following person’s were elected this past Sunday:<br />ELDER: Rusty George, Don Gwin, Howard Leslie<br />TRUSTEE: Marty Andrews, Tom Gleghorn<br />DEACON: Barbie Bredl, Amy George, Marsha Montgomery<br />NOMINATING COMMITTEE: Cherie Andrews, Mitchell Grim,<br />Joan Raney, Andy Young <br />AUDITOR: Linda Smith<br />NURSERY SUPERVISOR: Jocelyn White <br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;"><strong>NEEDED: NURSERY HELPER FOR SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19TH </strong></span><br /><br /><span style="color:#333399;"><strong>In the narthex and on table at back of sanctuary is a copy of the Bethel Church history book and a church collectible. If anyone is interested in purchasing either, see Nancy Gibson, Lloyd Raney, Betty Scott, or check with the church office. The book is $10.00 and the collectible is $12.00. The money received will go into the history fund</strong></span><br /><br /><br />Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of December: Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats. Thank you for your continuing support<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-161154328027059239?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-83320852536881547462010-11-24T22:23:00.002-05:002010-11-24T22:42:03.552-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: Isaiah 2:1-5 </span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">Next Week: Isaiah 11:1-11 <br /> MESSAGE: “Are You a Mountain Climber?”</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />MUSIC: Praise Team<br />ADVENT CANDLES: Richards Family (11:00)<br />NURSERY TODAY: Kelly Davis &amp; Megan Meyer<br />NEXT WEEK: Karen &amp; Darren Druschel<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Doug Verenski<br /> NEXT WEEK: Jim Bredl<br /> </span><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong><br />CHURCH ELECTIONS TODAY FOLLOWING FIRST SERVICE BUT BEFORE SUNDAY SCHOOL<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">The SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER will be observed during morning worship. Anyone who has been baptized in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and who is trusting in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior is welcome to partake. For children who have not yet publicly professed their faith, Bethel’s practice is to allow them to participate, if in the judgment of their parents, they understand that Jesus died for their sins.<br /></span><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Nov 28 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Monday……………Nov 29 FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Nov 30 <br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /><br />Wednesday………..Dec 1 <br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> Cantata Practice 7:00PM<br /> Choir Practice 8:00PM<br /> Worship Team 8:30PM<br /><br />Thursday…………Dec 2 AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday…………...Dec 5 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> Family Connect 5:30PM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM<br /> <br /> <strong><span style="color:#660000;">OUR PRAYERS FOR UPCOMING WEEK</span></strong>…<br /><br />FAMILY &amp; FRIENDS OF BETHEL IN<br />MILITARY SERVICE OVERSEAS:<br />Justin Roberts, John Cory<br /><br /><span style="color:#993300;">NAMES SHARED FOR PRAYER LAST WEEK</span>”<br />Family of Leslie McBride, Jim Gagliano,Sr., Elaine Green<br />Keith Ruckert<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS</strong><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">The Deacons will be selling poinsettias again this year for $5. Orders will be taken Sunday, December 5 and Sunday, December 12. Envelopes will be provided on the table in the back of the sanctuary on those Sundays. Please put your orders in the offering plate.<br /></span><br /> <span style="color:#006600;">Children’s Christmas Program Sunday, December 19th at 2:00PM</span>.<br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CE Committee is looking for a teacher for the Junior High Sunday School Class (7th &amp; 8th Grade). Those interested, please contact Elder, Murat Tanyel at (724) 657-2314 (H) or (724) 847-5234 (W).<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">COMING SOON IN JANUARY OF 2011WILL YOU TAKE THE CHALLENGE?READ THRU THE BIBLE, COVER TO COVER IN 90 DAYS!WATCH FOR MORE DETAILS</span>.<br /><br />King’s Chapel United Methodist Church<br />Old Pulaski Road and Wallace Drive<br />17th Annual Drive thru Nativity<br />December 4th &amp; 5th 6:00PM ~ 9:00PM<br /><br />Westfield Church will host a living nativity on Saturday, December 4, from 6-8 p.m. This holiday drive-through experience features carolers, live actors and animals, and over 1000 luminaries. Invite your neighbors, friends, and relatives to attend this free gift to the community.<br /><br />Concert at Westfield Presbyterian Church on December 5 at 4:00PM. This concert will feature a unique chamber choir under the direction of Dr. Wade Raridon, retired Professor of Music, Dana School of Music, YSU. Accompanist is Sarah Phillps, Organist and Choir Director of Westfield.Selections are a variety of choral offerings for Advent and Christmas<br /><br /> NOTICE OF A CONGREGATIONAL MEETING<br />FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHURCH ELECTIONS<br /> NOVEMBER 28, 2010<br />FOLLOWING FIRST SERVICE BUT BEFORE SUNDAY SCHOOL<br />Nominations will be accepted from the floor.<br />Please ask the person first before nominating.<br /><br />ELDER (Vote for up to 3) TRUSTEE (Vote for up to 2) <br />Rusty George Marty Andrews<br />Don Gwin Ken Clark<br />Jon Laughner Tom Gleghorn<br />Howard Leslie Ray Nunamaker<br />Nathan Parrott<br /><br />DEACON (Vote for up to 3) AUDITOR (Vote for 1)<br />Barbie Bredl Mike Grim<br />Amy George Linda Smith<br />Jennifer McConnell <br />Marsha Montgomery<br />Diane Shillingburg <br /><br />NOMINATING (Vote for up to 4) <br />Cherie Andrews <br />Mitchell Grim<br />Brian Krauss<br />Diane Laughner<br />Tina Leslie<br />Joan Raney<br />Andy Young<br /><br />NURSERY SUPERVISOR (Vote for 1)<br />Brenda Brown<br />Chris Thomas<br />Jocelyn White<br /><br />ALL THE CURRENT MEMBERS OF LOCAL CHURCH<br />AND LIBRARY HAS GRACIOUSLY VOLUNTEERED TO<br />CONTINUE SERVING.<br /><br />LOCAL CHURCH <br />Phyllis Kuhn, Tina Leslie, <br />Fran Laughner, Ilene Solley, <br />Chris Arisman <br /><br />LIBRARY<br />Alice Young, Joan Raney<br />Fran Laughner, Shirley Bell<br />Colleen Scott, Carol Mielke<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-8332085253688154746?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-41056584586068677012010-11-19T17:32:00.002-05:002010-11-19T17:45:55.528-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 10:1-10 </span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"> MESSAGE: “Jesus the Gate”</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"> Next Week: Isaiah 2:1-5</span> <br /><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</strong>…<br /><br />GREETERS: Amy George (8:30)<br /> Lee &amp; Carol Wagoner (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Janice Grim (11:00) <br />NURSERY TODAY: Rob &amp; Rachael Hodge <br />NEXT WEEK: Kelly Davis <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Dave Meyer<br /> NEXT WEEK: Doug Verenski <br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>TODAY</strong><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Joint Sunday School<br />Miriam Gwin will give a presentation on “The Sudan”<br />A special Thank Offering will be received during the 8:30 and 11:00 service.<br /><br /></span>Articles for December newsletter are due TODAY!!<br />Place in tray on office door or email to <a href="mailto:office@bethelupchurch.org">office@bethelupchurch.org</a> or <a href="mailto:jbs417@windstream.net">jbs417@windstream.net</a><br /><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">Tonight~7:00PM~Thanksgiving Service<br />Christ the King Parish<br />(St. Lawrence Church, Hillsville)<br /></span><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br />BUILDING COMMITTEE:<br />Fred Raney, Shawn Sensky, Doug Verenski, Joe Berg, Jim Bredl,<br />Ray Nunamaker, Rhae Leslie, Lynne Banting, Paul Banting, Dave Preston,<br />Pete Shiderly, Howard Leslie, Hugh Laughner<br /><br /><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /></strong><br />Sunday……………Nov 21 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> JOINT Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /> Community Thanksgiving Service<br />St. Lawrence Church, Hillsville 7:00PM<br />Monday……………Nov 22 FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Nov 23 <br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /><br />Wednesday………..Nov 24 <br /> Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> Cantata Practice 7:00PM<br /> Choir Practice 8:00PM<br /> Worship Team 8:30PM<br />Thursday…………Nov 25 HAPPY THANKSGIVING<br />Saturday………….Nov 27 Worship Team 9:00AM<br />Sunday…………...Nov 28 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> <br /> <br /><br /><strong>OUR PRAYERS FOR UPCOMING WEEK…<br /></strong> FAMILY &amp; FRIENDS OF BETHEL IN<br />MILITARY SERVICE OVERSEAS:<br />Justin Roberts, John Cory<br /><br />NAMES SHARED FOR PRAYER LAST WEEK”<br />Dale Wagoner, Jon Laughner, Jason Scott,<br />Successful FPU Sale<br /><br /><br />MINISTRY FOCUS: Church Elections <br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#990000;">Any announcement for next Sunday’s bulletin must be in office by Tuesday.<br /> No Teen Bible Study Wednesday 11/24 or CHAOS Sunday 11/28<br />Office will be closed Thursday and Friday.<br />Emergencies only call Jeremy 724-730-1358.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CE Committee is looking for a teacher for the Junior High Sunday School Class (7th &amp; 8th Grade). Those interested, please contact Elder, Murat Tanyel at (724) 657-2314 (H) or (724) 847-5234 (W).<br /></span><br /><strong>COMING SOON IN JANUARY OF 2011WILL YOU TAKE THE CHALLENGE? READ THRU THE BIBLE, COVER TO COVER IN 90 DAYS!WATCH FOR MORE DETAILS</strong>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;">King’s Chapel United Methodist Church<br />Old Pulaski Road and Wallace Drive<br />17th Annual Drive thru Nativity<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">December 4th &amp; 5th 6:00PM ~ 9:00PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#663366;">Westfield Church will host a living nativity on Saturday, December 4, from 6-8 p.m. This holiday drive-through experience features carolers, live actors and animals, and over 1000 luminaries. Invite your neighbors, friends, and relatives to attend this free gift to the community.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#663366;">Concert at Westfield Presbyterian Church on December 5 at 4:00PM. This concert will feature a unique chamber choir under the direction of Dr. Wade Raridon, retired Professor of Music, Dana School of Music, YSU. Accompanist is Sarah Phillips, Organist and Choir Director of Westfield.<br />Selections are a variety of choral offerings for Advent and Christmas.<br /></span><br />Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of November : Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats. Thank you for your continuing support.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-4105658458606867701?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-74712412341029762092010-11-12T13:36:00.002-05:002010-11-12T13:52:11.240-05:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 9:35-41 Next Week: John 10:1-10 <br /> MESSAGE: “The Reversed Order in God’s Kingdom</span>”<br /><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</strong>…<br /> ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Carolyn McQuiston (11:00) <br />NURSERY TODAY: Montgomery Family <br />NEXT WEEK: <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Beth Laughner NEXT WEEK: Dave Meyer<br /><br /><span style="color:#000000;"><strong>TODAY<br /></strong></span> Prayers and sympathy to the family of Bill Beatty who passed away November 6, 2010.<br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br />BUILDING COMMITTEE:<br />Fred Raney, Shawn Sensky, Doug Verenski, Joe Berg, Jim Bredl,<br />Ray Nunamaker, Rhae Leslie, Lynne Banting, Paul Banting, Dave Preston,<br />Pete Shiderly, Howard Leslie, Hugh Laughner<br /><br /><br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Nov 14 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br />Monday……………Nov 15 FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Nov 16 MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Prayer 7:00PM<br />Deacons 7:30PM<br />Session 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………..Nov 17 Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> “Knowing God Study” 9:30AM<br /> Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan<br />Teen Bible Study 7:00PM<br /> Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy<br /> Cantata Practice 7:00PM<br /> Choir Practice 8:00PM<br /> Worship Team 8:30PM<br /><br />Thursday…………Nov 18 BLOOD DRIVE 1:00PM – 7:00PM<br /><br />Sunday…………...Nov 21 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM<br /> Community Thanksgiving Service<br /> St. Lawrence Church, Hillsville 7:00PM <br /><br /><strong>OUR PRAYERS FOR UPCOMING WEEK…<br /> FAMILY &amp; FRIENDS OF BETHEL IN<br />MILITARY SERVICE OVERSEAS:<br /></strong>Justin Roberts, John Cory<br /><br /><strong>NAMES SHARED FOR PRAYER LAST WEEK</strong>”<br />Becky George, Keena, Dale Wagoner, Matt PRAISE: Ada White’s 101st Birthday<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;"><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /><br /></strong></span>AWANA will not be held on November 18 (due to Blood Drive) and on Thanksgiving, November 25. We will resume teaching our young on December 2.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Blood drive at Bethel on Nov 18 1-7 P.M.<br /></span>We need help. First of all we need blood donors! To care for these donors, we need volunteers to take care of them. We would like to have 2 shifts of helpers; 12:30 – 3:30 and 3:00- 7:30. Youth this is an opportunity to get service hours if you are doing this toward high school requirements. Blood donors must be fed so we need 4 soup makers, a sandwich maker and cookies. Contact Lee Wagoner for kitchen duty, Betty Scott for the donation area or Jon Laughner and Gary Harman to volunteer.<br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#009900;">Joint Sunday School<br />Sunday, November 21<br />Miriam Gwin will give a presentation on “The Sudan”<br />A special Thank Offering will be received during the 8:30 and 11:00 ser</span><span style="color:#009900;">vice</span></strong>.<br /><br />Articles for December newsletter are due by November 21<br />Place in tray on office door or email to <a href="mailto:office@bethelupchurch.org">office@bethelupchurch.org</a> or <a href="mailto:jbs417@windstream.net">jbs417@windstream.net</a><br /><br />WORSHIP TEAM PRACTICE<br />Wednesday, November 17 8:30PM to 9:45PM<br />Saturday, November 27 9:00AM till 10:00AM<br /><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;">CE Committee is looking for a teacher for the Junior High Sunday School Class (7th &amp; 8th Grade). Those interested, please contact Elder, Murat Tanyel at (724) 657-2314 (H) or (724) 847-5234 (W).<br /></span><br /><br /> COMING SOON IN JANUARY OF 2011WILL YOU TAKE THE CHALLENGE?READ THRU THE BIBLE, COVER TO COVER IN 90 DAYS! WATCH FOR MORE DETAILS<br /><br />Ruth Kissling now resides at Geri-Care<br />2016 W Washington Street, New Castle, Pa 16101 Room 3-A<br /><br />Blanche has been moved to the nursing home part of the campus<br />Anyone wanting to send a card:<br />Blanche Lipp<br />Garden Villas South<br />Nursing Home- Rm 317<br />13457 Tesson Ferry Road<br />Sappington, MO. 63218-4010<br /><br />Sunday, November 21, 2010-Thanksgiving Service<br />7:00PM<br />Christ the King Parish<br />(St. Lawrence Church, Hillsville)<br /><br /><br />Concert at Westfield Presbyterian Church on December 5 at 4:00PM. This concert will feature a unique chamber choir under the direction of Dr. Wade Raridon, retired Professor of Music, Dana School of Music, YSU. Accompanist is Sarah Phillps, Organist and Choir Director of Westfield.Selections are a variety of choral offerings for Advent and Christmas<br /><br /><strong>NOTICE OF A CONGREGATIONAL MEETING<br />FOR THE PURPOSE OF CHURCH ELECTIONS<br /> NOVEMBER 28, 2010<br />FOLLOWING FIRST SERVICE BUT BEFORE SUNDAY SCHOOL<br /></strong>Nominations will be accepted from the floor.<br />Please ask the person first before nominating.<br />ELDER (Vote for up to 3) TRUSTEE (Vote for up to 2) <br />Rusty George Marty Andrews<br />Don Gwin Ken Clark<br />Jon Laughner Tom Gleghorn<br />Howard Leslie Ray Nunamaker<br />Nathan Parrott<br /><br />DEACON (Vote for up to 3) AUDITOR (Vote for 1)<br />Barbie Bredl Mike Grim<br />Amy George Linda Smith<br />Jennifer McConnell <br />Marsha Montgomery<br />Diane Shillingburg <br /><br />NOMINATING (Vote for up to 4) <br />Cherie Andrews <br />Mitchell Grim<br />Brian Krauss<br />Diane Laughner<br />Tina Leslie<br />Joan Raney<br />Andy Young<br /><br />NURSERY SUPERVISOR (Vote for 1)<br />Brenda Brown<br />Chris Thomas<br />Jocelyn White<br /><br />ALL THE CURRENT MEMBERS OF LOCAL CHURCH<br />AND LIBRARY HAS GRACIOUSLY VOLUNTEERED TO<br />CONTINUE SERVING.<br />LOCAL CHURCH LIBRARY<br />Phyllis Kuhn, Tina Leslie, Alice Young, Joan Raney<br />Fran Laughner, Shirley Kuhn Fran Laughner, Shirley Bell<br />Ilene Solley, Chris Arisman Colleen Scott, Carol Mielke<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7471241234102976209?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-55089616065254588072010-11-05T12:17:00.006-04:002010-11-05T19:20:17.159-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">MESSAGE "The Great Effort of Skeptics"<br />SCRIPTURE READING; John 9:13-34<br />NEXT WEEK: John 9:35-41<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY<br />NURSERY TODAY: Sam Arisman &amp; Allison Ball<br />NEXT WEEK: Montgomery Family<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Whippo<br />NEXT WEEK: Beth Laughner<br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY:</strong><br />Starts Today- New Elective Sunday School Study:<br />"God Incarnate" -But When the Time Had Fully Come, God Sent His Son, Born of a Woman" Colossians 4:4. All are welcome in the classroom off of fellowship hall.<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS<br />Sunday Nov 7<br />WORSHIP 8:30am<br />Sunday School - 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP - 11:00AM<br />CHAOS - 6:30PM<br /><br />Monday - Nov 8<br />FPU - 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday - Nov 9<br />MOMS IN TOUCH - 9:00am<br />Ladies Bible Study ~10:00am<br />CE - 7:30PM<br />Mission - 7:30PM<br />Trustees - 7:30PM<br />Bible Study - 7:30PM<br />Home of Linda Smith<br /><br />Wednesday - Nov. 10<br />Library Open 9:00AM - 2:30PM<br />Teen Bible Study - 7:00PM<br />Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy<br />Cantata Practice- 7:00PM<br />Choir Practice - 8:00PM<br />Worship Team - 8:30PM<br /><br />Thursday - Nov.11<br />Ladies Bible Study - 9:00AM<br />"Knowing God Study" - 9:30AM<br />Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan<br />AWANA - 6:30PM<br /><br />Friday- Nov 12, 13, 14<br />LCYM RETREAT<br /><br />Sunday - Nov 14<br />WORSHIP- 8:30am<br />Sunday School - 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP - 11:00AM<br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS<br />Worship Team Practice<br />Wed, Nov 10 -8:30PM to 9:45PM<br />Wed, Nov 17 -8:30PM to 9:45PM<br />Sat, Nov 27 - 9:00AM to 10:AM<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">JOINT SUNDAY SCHOOL</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Miriam Gwin will give a presentation on "The Sudan". A special Thank Offering will be received during the 8:30 and 11:00 service.</span><br /><br />Article for December newsletter are due by November 21. Place in tray on office door or email to <a href="mailto:office@bethelupchurch.org">office@bethelupchurch.org</a> or <a href="mailto:jbs417@windstream.net">jbs417@windstream.net</a><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">ATTENTION</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">We still would like more volunteer singers!!!! Pleas help if at all possible. Practice is Wed. from 7:00PM -8:00Pm. Regular choir from 8:00PM-8:30PM</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">BLOOD DRIVE AT BETHEL ON NOV 18, 1-7pm</span><br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">If you can help contact Lee Wagoner for kitchen duty, Betty Scott for donation area or Jon Laughner and Gary Harman to volunteer</span><br /><br /><strong>Reception for Rev. Robert Dayton</strong><br />All are invited Sunday Nov 14, 2010 from noon till 3:00PM to attend a reception at Mahoning Presbyterian Church to celebrate 35 years as an ordained minister.<br /><br /><strong>Thanksgiving Worship Service</strong><br />Sunday Nov 21, 2010 - 7:00PM at Christ the King Parish (St. Lawrence Church, Hillsville)<br /><br />MISSIONS OF THE MONTH<br />HARMS/WYCLIFFE.. Wycliffe Bible Translators do more than translate the Bible into native languages. Wycliffe is trying to get God's Word to those waiting to receive it. There are about 3,000 people groups without Scripture. WBT home base is in Orlando, FL<br /><br />Phil and Judy Harms are both working on the translations of the Bible into native languages of Columbia, SA. Phil uses a Computer Assisted Adaption program to help in the translation process and has made great progress int he Epena and Chami language also with the help of some native people. Phil and Judy pray for us as we carry out our mission vision in many parts of the world. They also thank us for our faithful support and prayers for them and their native helpers. They live in Illinois when in the U.S.<br /><br />JOY &amp; JOHN HASPELS - John &amp; Joy along with their 4 children, are in Nairobi, Kenya, working through the Africa Inland Mission. They are seeking the Lord's direction to open the doors necessary to reach the people group that the Lord has placed on their heart. John continues to be a help to the bush missionaries and the open their home as a safe-haven to weary workers in need of a rest. They thank Bethel for all the continued prayers and financial support.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-5508961606525458807?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-67467504987343119212010-10-29T13:05:00.002-04:002010-10-29T13:28:17.632-04:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">Reformation Sunday</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">Scripture Reading: John 9:1-12</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERMON "Was Sin the Cause"</span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"></span><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</span><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">GREETERS: Doug Christy &amp; Hunter Verenski (8:30)</span><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">Dave &amp; Edie Preston (11:00)</span><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">NURSERY TODAY:</span><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">NEXT WEEK:</span><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Becky Raney</span><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">NEXT WEEK: Tom Whippo</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#663366;">Our prayers &amp; sympathy to the family Michael Sun who passed away Tues. Oct 26, 2010</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CALENDAR OF EVENTS.</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Sunday Oct 31</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">WORSHIP 8:30AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">S.S. 9:45AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">WORSHIP 11:AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CHAOS 6:30PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">MONDAY - NOV 1</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">FPU 6:30PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">TUESDAY-NOV 2</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">ELECTION DAY</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">LADIES BIBLE STUDY 10:00AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">BIBLE STUDY 7:30PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"> Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Worship Committee 8:00PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">WEDNESDAY-NOV 3</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Library Open 9:00AM-2:30PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Knowing God Study 9:30AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"> Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Teen Bible Study 7:00PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"> Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Cantata Practice 7:00PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Choir Practice 8:00PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">THURSDAY NOV 6</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">AWANA 6:30PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">SATURDAY NOV 6</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Senior Adult Brunch 10:00AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"><strong>TURN CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR</strong></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">SUNDAY NOV 7</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Worship 8:30AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">S.S, 9:45AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Worship 11:00AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Family Connect 5:30PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CHAOS 6:30PM</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993300;">PRAYERS FOR UPCOMING WEEK</span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">FAMILY &amp; FRIENDS OF BETHEL IN MILITARY SERVICE OVERSEAS:</span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">Justin Roberts, John Cory</span><br /><span style="color:#993300;"></span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">NAMES SHARED FOR PRAYER LAST WEEK:</span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">Family of John Kennedy Jr, Kelly Kuhn, Doug Beatty, Robbie Melvin, Wyatt, Jon Laughner, Tom Brown, Brian &amp; Susie White, Family of Donald Pflugh</span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">PRAISE: Leslie's are home</span><br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS<br />Tues night Bible Study at the home of Lloyd &amp; Joan Raney 7:30PM Starting study of Hebrews. All are welcome<br /><br />The Deacons are hosting Senior Adult Brunch of Saturday Nov 6, 2010 10:00AM in the Fellowship Hall. Come join us for brunch<br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"><strong>ATTENTION</strong></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">We still would like more volunteer singers!!!!!</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Please help if at all possible!! Practice is Wednesday, from 7:00PM to 8:00PM Regular choir from 8:00PM to 8:30PM</span><br /><br />NEW ELECTIVE SUNDAY SCHOOL STUDY:<br />"God Incarnate" -"But When the Time Had Fully Come, God Sent His Son, Born of a Woman.." Colossians 4:4. All are welcome in the classroom off of fellowship hall<br /><br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">BLOOD DRIVE AT BETHEL ON NOV 18 1-7PM</span><br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">If you can help by making soup, be a sandwich maker, escort donors, contact Lee wagoner for kitchen duty, Betty Scott for the donation area or Jon Laughner &amp; Gary Harman to volunteer</span>.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-6746750498734311921?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-53820581490183866812010-10-22T13:52:00.002-04:002010-10-22T14:02:25.144-04:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: Colossians 2:6-15 </span><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;"> Next Week: John 9:1-12 <br /> MESSAGE</span><br /><br />SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;">GREETERS: Jim &amp; Patty Wilson (8:30)<br /> Mike &amp; Janice Grim Family (11:00) <br />MUSIC: Youth Praise Team<br />NURSERY TODAY: <br /> NEXT WEEK: <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Jim Bredl<br /> NEXT WEEK: Becky Raney<br /></span><br /><br />BUILDING COMMITTEE:<br />Fred Raney, Shawn Sensky, Doug Verenski, Joe Berg, Jim Bredl,<br />Ray Nunamaker, Rhae Leslie, Lynne Banting, Paul Banting, Dave Preston,<br />Pete Shiderly, Howard Leslie, Hugh Laughner<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">TODAY<br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer</span>.<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Oct 24 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM<br />Monday……………Oct 25 FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Oct 26 MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /><br />Wednesday………..Oct 27 Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> “Knowing God Study” 9:30AM<br /> Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan<br />Teen Bible Study 7:00PM<br /> Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy<br /> Cantata Practice 7:00PM<br /> Choir Practice 8:00PM<br /><br />Thursday…………Oct 28 Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br />AWANA 6:30PM<br /><br />Sunday…………...Oct 31 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM <br /><br /> OUR PRAYERS FOR UPCOMING WEEK…<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">FAMILY &amp; FRIENDS OF BETHEL IN<br />MILITARY SERVICE OVERSEAS:<br />Justin Roberts, John Cory<br /><br />NAMES SHARED FOR PRAYER LAST WEEK:<br />Jon Laughner, Betty Butera, Glenn McKim, Audrey Leslie, AWANA,<br />Stephanie Verenski, Keith Ruckert, Andy Thompson,<br />Nancy Roberts’ 3 year old Grandson, Carol Mielke’s Great Grand Daughter,<br />JOY: Lilly Lutz</span><br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><br />ATTENTION…….<br />All our Cantata extra singers! We need you soon!! The Cantata books are on the way!! Please help if at all possible!! Practice starts Wednesday, October 27 from 7:00PM – 8:00PM. Regular choir from 8:00PM-8:30PM.<br /><br />How would you like the opportunity to participate in Bethel's worship service? We are in need of people to run the sound system or video display for the 8:30 and 11:00 services. We will be having training sessions for both of these ministries. These are two very important aspects of our worship service that aid in engaging hearts to worship the Lord. If you would like to serve in either of these areas, please contact Fred Raney.<br /><br />Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of October, November Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats. Thank you for your continuing support.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Blood drive at Bethel on Nov 18 1-7 P.M.<br />We are needing help. First of all we need blood donors! To care for these donors, we need volunteers to take care of them. We would like to have 2 shifts of helpers; 12:30 – 3:30 and 3:00- 7:30. Youth this is an opportunity to get service hours if you are doing this toward high school requirements. Blood donors must be fed so we need 4 soup makers, a sandwich maker and cookies. Contact Lee Wagoner for kitchen duty, Betty Scott for the donation area or Jon Laughner and Gary Harman to volunteer. </span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-5382058149018386681?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-59307550767646319042010-10-15T20:29:00.002-04:002010-10-15T20:44:59.264-04:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 8:48-59 <br /> Next Week: Colossians 2: 6-15<br /> MESSAGE: “Greater Than Abraham</span>”<br /><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</strong>…<br /> GREETERS: <br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Janice Grim (11:00) <br />NURSERY TODAY: Doug Montgomery Family<br /> NEXT WEEK: <br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Dave Meyer<br /> NEXT WEEK: Jim Bredl<br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#339999;">BUILDING COMMITTEE:<br />Fred Raney, Shawn Sensky, Doug Verenski, Joe Berg, Jim Bredl,<br />Ray Nunamaker, Rhae Leslie, Lynne Banting, Paul Banting, Dave Preston,<br />Pete Shiderly, Howard Leslie, Hugh Laughner<br /><br /></span><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong> Articles for November newsletter are due. Please email to <a href="mailto:office@bethelupchurch.org">office@bethelupchurch.org</a> or leave in tray on office door.<br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br />COOKBOOKS ARE HERE!! Cost is $10.00<br />See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship.<br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Oct 17 </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Monday……………Oct 18 </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">FPU 6:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Tuesday……………Oct 19 </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Prayer 6:30PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"> Joint Board 7:00PM<br /> Deacons<br /> Session<br /> Trustees<br />Wednesday………..Oct 20 </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br />“Knowing God Study” 9:30AM<br /> Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan<br />Teen Bible Study 7:00PM<br /> Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy<br /> Choir Practice 7:00PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Thursday…………Oct 21 </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">AWANA 6:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Saturday………….Oct 23 </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"> CHAOS Paintball Crazy Dave’s<br /> Leave church at 12:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Sunday…………...Oct 24 </span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM</span> <br /><br /> <strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong> ATTENTION…….<br /><span style="color:#ff0000;">All our Cantata extra singers! We need you soon!! The Cantata books are on the way!! Please help if at all possible</span>!!<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">How would you like the opportunity to participate in Bethel's worship service? We are in need of people to run the sound system or video display for the 8:30 and 11:00 services. We will be having training sessions for both of these ministries. These are two very important aspects of our worship service that aid in engaging hearts to worship the Lord. If you would like to serve in either of these areas, please contact Fred Raney.<br /> </span><br /><span style="color:#330099;">Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of October, November Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats. Thank you for your continuing support<br /></span> <br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Blood drive at Bethel on Nov 18 1-7 P.M.We are needing help. First of all we need blood donors! To care for these donors, we need volunteers to take care of them. We would like to have 2 shifts of helpers; 12:30 – 3:30 and 3:00- 7:30. Youth this is an opportunity to get service hours if you are doing this toward high school requirements. Blood donors must be fed so we need 4 soup makers, a sandwich maker and cookies. Contact Lee Wagoner for kitchen duty, Betty Scott for the donation area or Jon Laughner and Gary Harman to volunteer</span><br /><br />FALL APPLE FESTIVAL<br />Mt Jackson Presbyterian Church<br />October 23, 2010<br />10:00AM ~ 1:00PM Take out or Eat In<br />Apple dumplings cooked or frozen, pie, soups: chicken noodle, wedding, vegetable, stuff pepper, broccoli cheese, chicken corn tortilla<br />Call 724-667-7258 to order soup or frozen dumplings<br />All proceeds go to mission relief work<br /><br />Westfield will host a Trunk-or-Treat event on Saturday, October 23,<br />from 4-5:30 P.M., rain or shine. This event provides children<br />ages 0-12 with a safe alternative to door-to-door trick-or-treating. All<br />children must be accompanied by an adult. Feel free to invite your<br />neighbors, friends, and relatives to attend! We hope to see some<br />great costumes.<br />If you have any questions, please contact us at 724.667.7045 or<br />office@westfieldchurch.org. Thank you!<br /><br />Braised Steak Dinner<br />Mt Jackson Fire Hall<br />Sunday, October 24, 2010<br />11:30AM – 2:00PM<br />Adults $9.00<br />Children 4-12 $5.00<br />Children 3 and under Free<br /><br />“Help the Unborn Child”<br />BUFFET SPAGHETTI DINNER &amp; BAKE SALE<br />SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2010<br />12:00 NOON - 4:30P.M.<br />ADULTS: $8.00 CHILDREN: $3.50<br />(Carry-Outs - Bring your own containers)<br />St. Joseph the Worker Church - Wehrle Hall<br />1111 S. Cascade St., New Castle, PA<br />Sponsored by People Concerned for the Unborn Child<br />Proceeds to benefit LOCAL Pro-Life Activities &amp; Charities<br />Reservations Recommended!<br />For Tickets or Reservations Call<br />Zeta Piccirillo (724-652-1591) zams40@verizon.net<br />or Jan Booth (724-946-8417) jsnowflake7@verizon.net<br /><br />Bessemer-Mohawk Rotary November 13, 2010, 3:00 – 6:00PM<br />Chili Cook Off<br />Anyone interested call the church office for rules and registration forms.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-5930755076764631904?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-13961077704189031862010-10-09T15:05:00.002-04:002010-10-09T15:20:09.565-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 8:42-47</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"> Next Week: John 8:48-59</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">MESSAGE: The Father of Lies</span><br /><br /><strong>TODAY</strong><br /><span style="color:#009900;">It is our joy this morning to baptize Travis Lee Stewart son of Scott &amp; Lori Stewart</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Big Brother: Kyle</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Grandparents: Gary &amp; Diane Harman, James &amp; Heidi Stewart</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Great Grandparents" Lloyd &amp; Joan Raney, Virginia Harman, Ellen Stewart</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#000099;">This morning we recognize Rev. Nathan Ronald Leslie being added to our Honor Roll of Those in Christian Service at Bethel U.P. Church</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">CHOAS HARVEST PARTY</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Tonight 6:00-8:--PM Home of Duane &amp; Chris Arisman</span><br /><br /><strong>CALENDAR OF EVENTS</strong><br /><span style="color:#336666;">Sunday Oct 10</span><br /><span style="color:#336666;">WORSHIP 8:30AM</span><br /><span style="color:#336666;">Sunday School 9:45 AM</span><br /><span style="color:#336666;">WORSHIP 11:00AM</span><br /><span style="color:#336666;">Chaos Party 6:00PM</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Monday Oct 11 - FPU 6:30PM</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Tuesday Oct 12</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Moms in Touch 9:00AM</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">ladies Bible Study 10:00AM</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Bible Study 7:30PM</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;"> (Home of Linda Smith)</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">CE 7:00PM</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Mission 7:30PM</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Wednesday Oct 13</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Library Open 9:00AM~2:30PM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Knowing God Study 9:30AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"> Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Teen Bible Study 7:00</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;"> Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Choir Practice 7:00PM</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Thursday Oct 14</span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM</span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">AWANA 6:30PM</span><br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /><span style="color:#993399;">Photo directories are available on the table in the narthex and at the back of the church. Please take only one copy per family. We apologize in advance if there are any errors. We would like to thank Angelo Sun for all of his hard work on helping us to get this done</span>!!!<br /><br />Congratulations to Leighann Gwin and Justin Mitchel who were united in marriage yesterday Oct 9, 2010<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-1396107770418903186?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-59730550017765858082010-10-01T20:05:00.002-04:002010-10-01T20:18:58.966-04:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 8:31-41 <br /> Next Week: John8:42-47<br /> MESSAGE: “Slave or Free”</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />GREETERS: Gary &amp; Diane Harman (8:30)<br /> Marty, Cherie, Sidney &amp; Jack Andrews (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Chris Arisman (8:30)<br /> Carolyn McQuiston (11:00) <br />NURSERY TODAY: Jeannie Hervatine<br /> NEXT WEEK: Nancy Roberts &amp; Gianna Bochert<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Beth Laughner<br /> NEXT WEEK: Doug Verenski<br /></span><br /><br />BUILDING COMMITTEE:<br />Fred Raney, Shawn Sensky, Doug Verenski, Joe Berg, Jim Bredl,<br />Ray Nunamaker, Rhae Leslie, Lynne Banting, Paul Banting, Dave Preston,<br />Pete Shiderly, Howard Leslie, Hugh Laughner<br /><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong><span style="color:#009900;">It is our joy this morning to baptize Caleb Matthew LaGala grandson of Courtney and Christine Thomas.<br />Aunt: Mary Grace Thomas<br />Uncle: Scott Thomas<br />Grandparents: Courtney &amp; Chris Thomas &amp; Don LaGala<br />Great Grandparents: John &amp; Wanda Lawrence &amp; Joseph &amp; Ro</span><span style="color:#33cc00;">se LaGala</span><br /><br /><strong>TONIGHT AT 5:30PM</strong> <br />Family Connection (parents of 7th -12th graders).<br /><br /><span style="color:#333399;">PATHFINDERS SUNDAY SCHOOL WEINER ROAST:</span><br /><span style="color:#333399;">WHEN: TODAY 1:00 --- ?</span><br /><span style="color:#333399;">WHERE: THE GRIMS - HOT DOGS AND DRINKS PROVIDED. </span><br /><span style="color:#333399;">PLEASE BRING SOME FOOD TO SHARE AND A CHAIR</span>.<br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br /><span style="color:#336666;">COOKBOOKS ARE HERE!! Cost is $10.00<br />See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship</span>.<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Oct 3 WORLD WIDE COMMUNION<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Family Connect 5:30PM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM<br />Monday……………Oct 4 FPU 6:30PM<br />Tuesday……………Oct 5 MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /> Worship 8:00PM<br />Wednesday………..Oct 6 Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> Knowing God Study 9:30AM<br /> Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan<br />Teen Bible Study 7:00PM<br /> Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy<br /> Choir Practice 7:00PM<br />Sunday……………Oct 10 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> CHAOS Harvest Party 6:00PM (Arismans)<br /><br />OUR PRAYERS FOR UPCOMING WEEK…<br /><br />FAMILY &amp; FRIENDS OF BETHEL IN<br />MILITARY SERVICE OVERSEAS:<br />Justin Roberts, Joshua Foit, John Cory<br /><br />NAMES SHARED FOR PRAYER LAST WEEK:<br />Mohawk teachers, students &amp; administrators,<br />Art Setler, Keith, Ralph &amp; Audrey (travel), Dominick, Ken Harman<br />PRAISE: Lee Wagoner’s brother<br />THANKS: Colleen Scott, Olivia Kamicker<br /><br /><br />MINISTRY FOCUS: AWANA <br /><br /><br />CHURCH OF THE WEEK: Calvary Assembly of God Church<br /> Rev. Gary Arnold<br /><br /> PERSON OF THE WEEK: Barry Courson<br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">"AWANA is scheduled to start on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010 at 6:30 with a Hay Ride. This year we will be able to serve ages K through 6th grade but children of all ages are welcome to the Hay Ride on Oct. 7."<br />All children must be accompanied by a parent on the hayride for safety reasons!<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">CHAOS HARVEST PARTY!!<br />Sunday, October 10, 6:00-8:00PM Home of Duane &amp; Chris Arisman<br />Parents are also invited</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">Mission Committee meeting Tuesday, October 12 at 7:30PM in the Library.</span><br /><br /><strong>Bible Study Tuesday, October 12 at the home of Linda Smith.<br /></strong><br /><span style="color:#993399;">Photo directories are available on the table in the narthex and at the back of the church. Please take only one copy per family. We apologize in advance if there are any errors. We would like to thank Angelo Sun for all of his hard work on helping us to get this done!!!!</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;">36 Bethel families have made a commitment to attend Financial Peace University starting this fall. Many of these young families need YOU. Providing child care is a great way to come along side these families to support their efforts to explore what God says about money. You need only commit to be on the list. A parent will call you as needed and you may dictate your availability on a weekly basis. You do not need to commit to all 13 weeks! If you are willing to serve a few hours on a Monday night call Cheri </span><br /><br /><span style="color:#003333;">How would you like the opportunity to participate in Bethel's worship service? We are in need of people to run the sound system or video display for the 8:30 and 11:00 services. We will be having training sessions for both of these ministries. These are two very important aspects of our worship service that aid in engaging hearts to worship the Lord. If you would like to serve in either of these areas, please contact Fred Raney.<br /></span><br /><br /><strong>Celebrate Sudan 2010</strong><br />The Sudan Partnership team is excited to announce the first annual, “Celebrate Sudan” event. It will take place on the evening of World Communion Sunday, October 3rd, 7PM at East Main Presbyterian Church. The purpose of this event will be to celebrate our partnership with the Sudan Presbyterian Evangelical Church (SPEC) and to raise funds for two special projects that will go beyond our regular giving to the partnership. <br />These projects have been chosen with input from SPEC’s leadership. The first project involves helping the Salaama congregation in Khartoum build 2 kindergarten classrooms and to construct a wall that is needed to keep others from encroaching on their property rights. The Salaama church building was constructed in January, 2006 with funds raised by our presbytery. A team from Shenango helped with the actual construction of the building. The second project is directed at raising much needed funds for Nile Theological College. NTC does an excellent job in training SPEC pastors and church leaders and the partnership committee feels it important this year to supplement Shenango’s normal giving to NTC.<br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">The Bessemer Presbyterian Church will be hosting a Braised Steak Dinner on Saturday, October 9th from 5-7 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the Bessemer Presbyterian Church’s General Fund. <br />Cost is $ 8.00 per Adults, Children ages 6-12 $ 4.00 and Children 5 and under are FREE. Take-outs are available!<br />Advanced ticket purchases call 724-667-7255<br />A Limited Number of Tickets may be available at the Door</span>!<br /><br /><span style="color:#660000;">The New Wineskins Presbytery of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church requests your presence and prayers at a Service of Worship and Ordination for Robert Miller Stanley as Minister of the Word and Sacrament on Sunday, October the Tenth, at six o’clock in the evening at Memorial Park Church 8800 Peebles Road<br />Allison Park Pa, 15101<br />Refreshments to follow<br />See bulletin board for directions</span><br /><br /><strong>Edinburg Christian Church invites our congregation to its annual Revival Services beginning Wednesday, October 13 at 7PM each evening and closing on Saturday, October 16. Come and join us in praising the Lord in song and hearing his precious Word proclaimed in a simple way. Guest speaker will be Paul Porter of New Castle. “Thy Word is truth.” John 17:17<br /><br /></strong><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-5973055001776585808?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-51808700464123718132010-09-24T19:15:00.002-04:002010-09-24T19:25:25.624-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 8:12-30 <br /> Next Week: John 8:31-41<br /> MESSAGE: “The Second I Am</span>”<br /><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /></strong><br />GREETERS: Laura Gleghorn &amp; Sue Rimbey (8:30)<br /> Barb Raney &amp; Dawna Aiken (11:00)<br />MUSIC: Praise Team<br />NURSERY TODAY: Andy &amp; Lindsay Young<br /> NEXT WEEK: Jeannie Hervatine<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Whippo<br /> NEXT WEEK: Beth Laughner<br /><br /><br />BUILDING COMMITTEE:<br />Fred Raney, Shawn Sensky, Doug Verenski, Joe Berg, Jim Bredl,<br />Ray Nunamaker, Rhae Leslie, Lynne Banting, Paul Banting, Dave Preston,<br />Pete Shiderly, Howard Leslie, Hugh Laughner<br /><br /><br /><br /><strong>TODAY</strong><br />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 TODAY! <br /><br /><span style="color:#993300;">You’re invited to a musical evening<br />of contemporary<br /> praise and worship!<br />TONIGHT<br />7:30PM<br />at<br />Bethel UP Church<br />All are welcome; come as you are.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#990000;">There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /></span><br />COOKBOOKS ARE HERE!! Cost is $10.00<br />See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship.<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Sept 26 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM<br /> Musical Evening of Praise &amp; Worship<br /> 7:30PM<br /><br />Monday……………Sept 27 FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Sept 28 MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Bible Study 7:00PM Home of Rusty &amp; Amy<br /><br />Wednesday………..Sept 29 Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> Knowing God Study 9:30AM<br /> Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan<br />Teen Bible Study 7:00PM<br /> Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy<br /> Choir Practice 7:00PM<br /><br />Thursday………….Sept 30 Ladies Bible Study 9:00AM<br /><br />Sunday…………….Oct 3 WORLD WIDE COMMUNION<br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM <br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;">OUR PRAYERS FOR UPCOMING WEEK…<br />FAMILY &amp; FRIENDS OF BETHEL IN<br />MILITARY SERVICE OVERSEAS:<br />Justin Roberts, Joshua Foit, John Cory<br /> <br />NAMES SHARED FOR PRAYER LAST WEEK:<br />SYATP, Betty Lingle, Lutz’s, Angelo Sun, Angelo’s father &amp; family<br />PRAISE: Kelly Craig, marriage of Andrew Vrabel</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">ANNOUNCEMENTS</span><br /> "AWANA is scheduled to start on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010 at 6:30 with a Hay Ride. This year we will be able to serve ages K through 6th grade but children of all ages are welcome to the Hay Ride on Oct. 7."<br />36 Bethel families have made a commitment to attend Financial Peace University starting this fall. Many of these young families need YOU. Providing child care is a great way to come along side these families to support their efforts to explore what God says about money. You need only commit to be on the list. A parent will call you as needed and you may dictate your availability on a weekly basis. You do not need to commit to all 13 weeks! If you are willing to serve a few hours on a Monday night call Cheri<br /><br />How would you like the opportunity to participate in Bethel's worship service? We are in need of people to run the sound system or video display for the 8:30 and 11:00 services. We will be having training sessions for both of these ministries. These are two very important aspects of our worship service that aid in engaging hearts to worship the Lord. If you would like to serve in either of these areas, please contact Fred Raney.<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of September, October, November Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats. Thank you for your continuing support</span>.<br /><br />Mount Jackson Presbyterian Church is in search of a choir director and/or organist. Will be expected to play for Sunday services and special services. Will discuss salary and hours at interview. Send resume to Mount Jackson Presbyterian Church, 129 Mt. Air Road, New Castle, PA 16102.<br /><br />The Bessemer Presbyterian Church will be hosting a Braised Steak Dinner on Saturday, October 9th from 5-7 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the Bessemer Presbyterian Church’s General Fund. <br />Cost is $ 8.00 per Adults, Children ages 6-12 $ 4.00 and Children 5 and under are FREE. Take-outs are available!<br />Advanced ticket purchases call 724-667-7255 A Limited Number of Tickets may be available at the Door!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-5180870046412371813?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-81362254066141184192010-09-17T14:33:00.002-04:002010-09-17T14:53:32.589-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 8:1-11 <br /> Next Week: John 8:12-30<br /> MESSAGE: “Building Sand Castles</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />GREETERS: Larry, Andrea, Victoria &amp; Olivia Kamicker (8:30)<br /> Tom, Sam &amp; David Whippo (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Chris Arisman (11:00)<br />NURSERY TODAY: Lisa &amp; Peyton Richards<br /> NEXT WEEK: Andy &amp; Lindsay Young<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Becky Raney<br /> NEXT WEEK: Tom Whippo<br /></span><br /><br /><strong>BUILDING COMMITTEE</strong>:<br />Fred Raney, Shawn Sensky, Doug Verenski, Joe Berg, Jim Bredl,<br />Ray Nunamaker, Rhae Leslie, Lynne Banting, Paul Banting, Dave Preston,<br />Pete Shiderly, Howard Leslie, Hugh Laughner<br /><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong> <span style="color:#990000;">Articles for October newsletter are due TODAY!!<br />Leave in tray on office door or email to </span><a href="mailto:office@bethelupchurch.org"><span style="color:#990000;">office@bethelupchurch.org</span></a><span style="color:#990000;"> or </span><a href="mailto:jbs417@windstream.net"><span style="color:#990000;">jbs417@windstream.net</span></a><span style="color:#990000;"><br /><br />Today at 5:30PM CHAOS will leave for See You at the Pole Rally in New Castle. We will return around 8:30PM.<br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#333399;">COOKBOOKS ARE HERE!!<br />Cost is $10.00<br />See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship</span>.<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Sept 19 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> SYATP RALLY<br /><br />Monday……………Sept 20 <br />FPU 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Sept 21 <br />MOMS IN TOUCH 9:00AM<br />Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br />Prayer 7:00PM<br /> Deacons 7:30PM<br /> Session 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………..Sept 22 <br />See You at the Pole 7:00AM<br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> Knowing God Study 9:30AM<br /> Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan<br />Teen Bible Study 7:00PM<br /> Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy<br /> Choir Practice 7:00PM<br /><br />Sunday…………….Sept 26 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> CHAOS 6:30PM <br /> Musical Evening of Praise &amp; Worship - 7:30PM<br /><br />MINISTRY FOCUS: See You at the Pole (SYATP)Is an annual gathering of Christian students of all ages at a flagpole in front of their local school for prayer, ... Wednesday, September 22, 7:00AM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong> <span style="color:#ff0000;"><strong>LAST CHANCE!!!!<br />Check out the table in the fellowship hall to see if any of the STUFF<br />is yours!! If anything belongs to you take it home!!! <br />It will be there 2 weeks and then it will be gone!!!!!<br /></strong></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">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 September 26. Please call the church office to inform us of your intention to join us.<br /></span><br /><strong>You’re invited to a musical evening<br />of contemporary praise and worship!<br />Sunday, September 26, 2010<br />7:30PM at Bethel UP Church<br />All are welcome; come as you are.<br /></strong><br />36 Bethel families have made a commitment to attend Financial Peace University starting this fall. Many of these young families need YOU. Providing child care is a great way to come along side these families to support their efforts to explore what God says about money. You need only commit to be on the list. A parent will call you as needed and you may dictate your availability on a weekly basis. You do not need to commit to all 13 weeks! If you are willing to serve a few hours on a Monday night call Cheri (724)656-0694!<br />How would you like the opportunity to participate in Bethel's worship service? We are in need of people to run the sound system or video display for the 8:30 and 11:00 services. We will be having training sessions for both of these ministries. These are two very important aspects of our worship service that aid in engaging hearts to worship the Lord. If you would like to serve in either of these areas, please contact Fred Raney.<br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">A NOTE OF GRATITUDE<br />On behalf of our whole family, we would like to express our deepest gratitude for all of the love and support we received through Brandon’s battle with cancer. Brandon waged an incredibly valiant 20 month fight against an opponent who didn’t play fair. The hardships he had to experience were beyond imagination or comprehension, but we attribute his beautiful attitude, strength and determination as a blessing from above due to all the thousands of prayers lifting him and us all up. Brandon appreciated all the cards and notes of encouragement. Every day he would ask if he got any mail. Hundreds of people donated life-saving blood on his behalf. The delicious dinners and food brought to our house was amazing and so very much appreciated. It was wonderful not having to worry about cooking, grocery shopping, and dishes. Losing Brandon is so hard, his great personality touched and filled our lives, but this situation has been made more bearable through the outflow of love from the whole community. The many different acts of kindness and generosity have helped us every step of the way. We are grateful and appreciative and can’t thank you all enough.<br /> -The family of Brandon Pitzer</span><br /> <br /><br />Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of September, October, November Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats. Thank you for your continuing support<br /><br /><span style="color:#993300;">Mount Jackson Presbyterian Church is in search of a choir director and/or organist. Will be expected to play for Sunday services and special services. Will discuss salary and hours at interview. Send resume to Mount Jackson Presbyterian Church, 129 Mt. Air Road, New Castle, PA 16102.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#006600;">The Bessemer Presbyterian Church will be hosting a Braised Steak Dinner on Saturday, October 9th from 5-7 p.m. All proceeds will benefit the Bessemer Presbyterian Church’s General Fund. <br />Cost is $ 8.00 per Adults, Children ages 6-12 $ 4.00 and Children 5 and under are FREE. Take-outs are available!<br />Advanced ticket purchases call 724-667-7255 or you may also purchase tickets from any church member!<br />A Limited Number of Tickets may be available at the Door! </span><br /><br /><br />The New Wineskins Presbytery of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church requests your presence and prayers at a Service of Worship and Ordination for Robert Miller Stanley (Bethel's former youth pastor) as Minister of the Word and Sacrament on Sunday, October the Tenth, at six o’clock in the evening at Memorial Park Church, 8800 Peebles Road<br />Allison Park Pa, 15101 Refreshments to follow<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-8136225406614118419?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-5825439284469221762010-09-14T21:38:00.001-04:002010-09-14T21:40:55.973-04:00SCRIPTURE READING: John 7:44-53<br /> NEXT WEEK ~ John 8:1-11<br />MESSAGE: Denial Bases on Ignorance<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-582543928446922176?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-31547544528109859822010-09-04T04:40:00.002-04:002010-09-04T04:59:58.014-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 7:33-43 <br /> Next Week: John 7:44-53<br /> <br />MESSAGE: “Debating Who Jesus Is”</span> <br /><br /><span style="color:#993300;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /> NURSERY TODAY: Gretchen &amp; Jen McConnell<br /> NEXT WEEK: Janet &amp; Rebekah Whippo<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Doug Verenski </span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">NEXT WEEK: Jim Bredl</span><br /><br /><strong>TODAY</strong><br /> Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Steven Gibson who passed away Friday, August 27, 2010.<br /><br />Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Lane Flick who passed away Thursday, August 19, 2010.<br /><br />Sunday School classes move up today!!<br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br />COOKBOOKS ARE HERE!!<br />Cost is $10.00<br />See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship.<br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br />Sunday……………Sept 5 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /><br />Tuesday……………Sept 7 <br /> Ladies Bible Study 10:00AM<br /> Bible Study 7:00PM<br /> Home of Lindsay Young<br /> Worship 8:00PM<br /><br />Wednesday………..Sept 8 <br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> Knowing God Study 9:30AM<br /> Home of Lloyd &amp; Joan<br />Teen Bible Study 7:00PM<br /> Home of Jeremy &amp; Amy<br /> Choir Practice 7:00PM<br /><br />Thursday………….Sept 9 <br /> CE 7:00PM<br /><br />Saturday…………..Sept 11 <br />AWANA Workshop<br />Sunday…………….Sept 12 <br /> WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /><br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> Family Connection 5:30PM <br />CHAOS 6:30PM<br /><br /><strong>MISSIONS OF THE MONTH</strong>…..<br /><br />CRISIS SHELTER OF LAWRENCE COUNTY….. The Crisis Shelter of Lawrence County assists women, children and men that are struggling in an abusive relationship. The shelter provides temporary shelter for women and children who need a place to live because where they are now isn't safe. There is a hotline staffed 24 hours a day all year long for anyone who needs information, help or an ear to listen.<br />We will be having a representative come in October, which is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, to give a Moment for Mission. Please pray for all those in the shelter that need shelter or are trying to get<br />themselves out of an abusive relationship.<br /><br />NEW TRIBES MISSION…..Dan and Kathy Stokes write that they are excited about the opportunity that the Lord has given in the upcoming weeks to share their burden to reach the unreached people of the world. During the last week of August they met with a group from MI at Jersey Shore, PA.<br />They experienced a Wayumi, a great program run by NTM missionaries. This involves a visit to a simulated tribal village and a peek at what is involved in reaching an unreachable group. <br />Their September schedule shows meetings in MI. and a mission conference in IN. and another one later in the month in MI. Please pray for them in their travels to serve.<br /><br />Bill and Debby Bosley are having a busy month. Bill had a meeting to start planning for a church campaign coming up in Oct. He helped a missionary from Guinea doing French study in Senegal who came to Dakar for Bill to help with paperwork for him to get his vehicle allowable in Senegal. He was also working on entry paperwork for a former coworker to enter the country<br />for a visit and there is no Senegal consulate representative in New Zealand where they live. Debby is busy holding down the home front for them and others who need assistance. Doing some computer work and hoping the power doesn't go off. They also need power to run the fan to keep their home more comfortable. They send greetings to us at Bethel and also enjoy receiving the Bethelite. They pray for us for our concerns they read in the Bethelite. <br /> PIONEERS…..Paul and Lucinda Bentley are in their home in Bolivia and planning for the travels that they will do shortly for two months. Paul is busy planning and preparing for this and preparing for upcoming speaking at the leadership meetings and conferences. They thank us for remembering them before the Father who sees and cares for each detail.<br /><br />NILE THEOLOGICAL COLLEGE…..Next year in the Sudan, a referendum is being held to decide if Sudan should be divided into North Sudan and South Sudan. If that should happen, Nile Theological College would need to move south because of a larger Christian community. Land is very difficult to obtain from the Sudan government. NTC is dong very well at this time and it is not too early to pray that the Sudan will not be divided.<br /><br /> Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of September, October, November Peanut Butter, Jelly, Canned Tuna and meats. Thank you for your continuing support<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong> <span style="color:#003300;">Eleanor Flick and Donald Keeley Family thanks everyone for their prayers, cards and concerns during Lane’s illness and at his passing.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#009900;">Words cannot adequately express the gratitude we owe to our Bethel family for the prayers, love, kindness, support, and cards we received during the passing of our son Steven. Please continue to pray for us. Thank you and God Bless You. Dick &amp; Nancy Gibson</span><br /><br />Tuesday morning Ladies Bible Study will begin on <strong>September 7</strong>. If you plan on attending please let Tina Leslie know so she can order books. <br />336-3554<br /><br /> “Created to Be His Help Meet” bible study will be held at Lindsay Young’s home on Tuesday, <strong>Sept 7th at 7PM</strong>. Babysitting is provided. Come join us as together we discover and learn how to be the wife that God desires us to be!<br /><br />Teen Bible Study will meet Wednesday, <strong>September 8 at 7:00pm</strong> at the home of Jeremy and Amy<br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;">Sunday, September 12 at 5:30PM <br />Family Connection (parents of 7th -12th graders). Please come out for and informational meeting concerning our youth ministries.<br /></span><span style="color:#990000;">CHAOS begins at 6:30PM<br /></span><br />MOMS IN TOUCH Tuesday, September 14 9:00AM<br />"Pour out your heart like water before the face of the Lord...Lift up your hands toward Him for the lives of your children." Lamentations 2:19. The purpose of Moms in Touch is to intercede for our children through prayer and to pray that our schools may be guided by biblical values and high moral standards. If you would like to have the privilege of praying for one hour every week for your Jr./Sr. High children along with other moms please contact Chris Arisman - 724-336-4848.<br /><br /><span style="color:#6600cc;">36 Bethel families have made a commitment to attend Financial Peace University starting this fall. Many of these young families need YOU. Providing child care is a great way to come along side these families to support their efforts to explore what God says about money. You need only commit to be on the list. A parent will call you as needed and you may dictate your availability on a weekly basis. You do not need to commit to all 13 weeks! If you are willing to serve a few hours on a Monday night call Cheri (724)656-0694!<br />Financial Peace University Classes start Monday September 13th,<br />6:30-8:30pm. Class will run 13 straight weeks and graduation night is December 6th. Kits will be issued at the first class. A list of volunteers to provide child care will be available soon. <br />Any questions call (724)656-0694.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">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 September 26. Please call the church office to inform us of your intention to join us.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">Please consider singing with the choir if your schedule permits. We have fun, we learn and it only takes up 1 hour on a Wednesday night and the later Sunday service. “Sing unto the Lord songs of praise for he is worthy!”</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;">If anyone has anything in storage at the church it needs to be removed ASAP to make room for storage needed for church groups. Any questions see a trustee!!</span><br /><br />Brandon Pitzer Memorial Scholarship 1st Annual Golf Tournament<br />October 2, 2010 Mohawk Trails Golf Course<br />For more information see flyer on bulletin board or contact Bill Pitzer at (412) 302-1754 or <a href="mailto:wmpitzerltc@yahoo.com">wmpitzerltc@yahoo.com</a><br /><br />Mount Jackson Presbyterian Church is in search of a choir director and/or organist. Will be expected to play for Sunday services and special services. Will discuss salary and hours at interview. Send resume to Mount Jackson Presbyterian Church, 129 Mt. Air Road, New Castle, PA 16102.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-3154754452810985982?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-45242468369758327862010-08-28T21:35:00.002-04:002010-08-28T21:41:51.894-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 7:25-32 <br /> Next Week: John 7:33-43<br /> MESSAGE: “The Rest of the Story</span>”<br /><br /><br />SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /><br />GREETERS: Jim &amp; Patty Wilson (8:30)<br /> Lloyd &amp; Joan Raney (11:00)<br />NURSERY TODAY: Tina Leslie &amp; Victoria Thompson<br /> NEXT WEEK: Janet &amp; Rebekah Whippo<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Dave Meyer<br /> NEXT WEEK: Doug Verenski<br /><br /><br />TODAY<br /><br />We want to hear about what God has been doing in the lives of His people. Tonight at 5:00PM, Bethel will be holding a Community Celebration Service to share what God has done and is doing through events such as summer mission trips, camps, etc. All MACA Churches are invited to participate. Throughout the Psalms God’s people are told to remember and rejoice in all that God has done for them,. This is for the entire congregation. Plan on attending this Celebration Service. Hot dogs and watermelon will be furnished. Bring a snack to share.<br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br />COOKBOOKS ARE HERE!!<br />Cost is $10.00<br />See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Aug 29 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />“Celebration of Summer 5:00PM<br />Wednesday………..Sept 1 <br /> Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> Teen Bible Study 7:00PM<br /> Jeremy’s House<br /> Choir Practice 7:00PM<br /> Worship Team 8:15PM<br />Thursday………….Sept 2 <br /> Building Committee 7:00PM<br />Sunday…………….Sept 5 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM <br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM <br /><br /><br />ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /><br />MOMS IN TOUCH Tuesday, September 7 9:00AM<br />"Pour out your heart like water before the face of the Lord...Lift up your hands toward Him for the lives of your children." Lamentations 2:19. The purpose of Moms in Touch is to intercede for our children through prayer and to pray that our schools may be guided by biblical values and high moral standards. If you would like to have the privilege of praying for one hour every week for your Jr./Sr. High children along with other moms please contact Chris Arisman - 724-336-4848.<br /><br />Tuesday morning Ladies Bible Study will begin on September 7. If you plan on attending please let Tina Leslie know so she can order books. <br />336-3554<br /><br />If anyone has anything in storage at the church it needs to be removed ASAP to make room for storage needed for church groups. Any questions see a trustee!!<br /><br />Please consider singing with the choir if your schedule permits. We have fun, we learn and it only takes up 1 hour on a Wednesday night and the later Sunday service. “Sing unto the Lord songs of praise for he is worthy!”<br /><br />Sunday school teacher is needed for 2nd grade. Anyone interested, please see Rachael Hodge or Maggie Hairhoger.<br /><br />Brandon Pitzer Memorial Scholarship 1st Annual Golf Tournament<br />October 2, 2010 Mohawk Trails Golf Course<br />For more information see flyer on bulletin board or contact Bill Pitzer at (412) 302-1754 or <a href="mailto:wmpitzerltc@yahoo.com">wmpitzerltc@yahoo.com</a><br /><br /><br />Mount Jackson Presbyterian Church is in search of a choir director and/or organist. Will be expected to play for Sunday services and special services. Will discuss salary and hours at interview. Send resume to Mount Jackson Presbyterian Church, 129 Mt. Air Road, New Castle, PA 16102.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-4524246836975832786?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-10532089554334167742010-08-19T20:27:00.002-04:002010-08-19T20:37:03.453-04:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 7:14-24 <br /> Next Week: John 7:25-32<br /> MESSAGE: “Jesus Man of Truth”</span> <br /> <br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…</strong><br /> <span style="color:#000066;">GREETERS: Kim &amp; Liz Parrott (8:30)<br /> Phyllis Kuhn &amp; Sue LaClair (11:00)<br />MUSIC: Praise Team <br />NURSERY TODAY: Ken &amp; Anita Clark<br /> NEXT WEEK: Tina Leslie &amp; Victoria Thompson<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Beth Laughner<br /> NEXT WEEK: Dave Meyer<br /></span><br /> <strong>TODAY<br /></strong> Articles for September newsletter are due TODAY!!<br />Leave in tray on office door or email to <a href="mailto:office@bethelupchurch.org">office@bethelupchurch.org</a> or <a href="mailto:jbs417@windstream.net">jbs417@windstream.net</a><br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">COOKBOOKS ARE HERE!!<br />Cost is $10.00<br />See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship.<br /></span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993300;">CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Aug 22 </span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Joint Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> “Knowing God” Study – Manse 6:00PM<br /> Family Picnic<br />Monday……………Aug 23 </span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">John &amp; Gwen Haspels 7:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">Wednesday………..Aug 25 </span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br />Teen Bible Study 7:00PM<br /> Jeremy’s House<br /> Choir Practice 7:00PM<br /> Worship Team 8:15PM</span><br /><span style="color:#993300;"></span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">Saturday…………..Aug 28 </span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">AWANA Workshop 8:00AM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">Sunday…………….Aug 29 </span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">WORSHIP 8:30AM</span><br /><span style="color:#993300;"> Sunday School 9:45AM </span><br /><span style="color:#993300;">WORSHIP 11:00AM </span><br /><span style="color:#993300;"> <strong>“Celebration of Summer” ~ 5:00PM</strong></span><br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong> <span style="color:#993399;">Congratulations to Kate Kissling and Jordan Egli who were united in marriage at Bethel yesterday.<br /></span><br /><strong><span style="color:#ff0000;">If anyone has anything in storage at the church it needs to be removed ASAP to make room for storage needed for church groups. Any questions see a trustee!!<br /></span></strong><br /><span style="color:#000099;">Please consider singing with the choir if your schedule permits. We have fun, we learn and it only takes up 1 hour on a Wednesday night and the later Sunday service. “Sing unto the Lord songs of praise for he is worthy!”<br /></span><br />“Created to Be His Help Meet” Bible Study will be held at Lindsay Young’s home on Monday, August 23rd at 7PM. Babysitting is provided. Come join us as together we discover and learn how to be the wife that God desires us to be! <br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;">Choir practice will resume on Wednesday, August 25 at 7:00PM in the choir room. Worship team will practice at 8:15PM.<br /></span><br />There will be a training session for AWANA volunteers on <strong>Saturday, August 28th from 8:00AM</strong> <strong>to 12:00</strong> in the fellowship hall. Breakfast will be served. If you have not signed up to help with AWANA yet, it is not too late. Come and join this important ministry to our children.<br />We want to hear about what God has been doing in the lives of His people. So on the evening of Sunday, August 29, 2010 at 5:00PM, Bethel will be holding a Community Celebration Service to share what God has done and is doing through events such as summer mission trips, camps, etc. All MACA Churches are invited to participate. Throughout the Psalms God’s people are told to remember and rejoice in all that God has done for them,. This is for the entire congregation. Please mark you calendars and plan on attending this Celebration Service. Hot dogs and watermelon will be furnished. Bring a snack to share.<br /><br />Sunday school teacher is needed for 2nd grade. Anyone interested, please see Rachael Hodge or Maggie Hairhoger.<br /><br /><strong>Brandon Pitzer Memorial Scholarship 1st Annual Golf Tournament<br />October 2, 2010 Mohawk Trails Golf Course<br />For more information see flyer on bulletin board or contact Bill Pitzer at (412) 302-1754 or</strong> <a href="mailto:wmpitzerltc@yahoo.com">wmpitzerltc@yahoo.com</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-1053208955433416774?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-75895536630982732732010-08-13T17:51:00.002-04:002010-08-13T18:00:02.631-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 7:1-13 <br /> Next Week: John 7:14-24<br /> MESSAGE: “Timing is Everything”</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br /> </strong>ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Carolyn Cowher (11:00)<br />NURSERY TODAY: Jennifer Tippin &amp; Jessica Meyer<br /> NEXT WEEK: CLOSED ~ No Volunteer<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Tom Whippo<br /> NEXT WEEK: Beth Laughner<br /><br /> <strong>TODAY<br /></strong> <span style="color:#990000;">It is our joy this morning to baptize Tatum Claire Davis daughter of<br />Rodney and Kelly Davis<br />Big Brother: Turk<br />Big Sister: Tori<br />Grandparents: Gary &amp; Diane Harman, Rod &amp; Julie Davis, Sue Heiderman<br />Great Grandparents: Lloyd &amp; Joan Raney, Virginia Harman,<br /> Bob &amp; Thelma Shafer, George Hoagland<br />Elder asking question of congregation is Gary Harman.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#006600;">TONIGHT!! 6:00PM<br />Choir, Worship Team, Youth Praise Team and all involved in our music ministries and family, evening picnic at the home of Ron &amp; Eleanor Hodge. <br />Bring your lawn chairs and food to share. Hot dogs, buns, condiments, beverage and table service will be provided. <br />Come for an evening of fellowship</span>.<br /><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br /><br /><br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………Aug 15 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> “Knowing God” Study – Manse 6:30PM<br /> Choir/Worship Team Family Picnic<br /> Home of Ron &amp; Eleanor 6:00PM <br /><br />Tuesday……………Aug 17 <br />Trustees 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday………...Aug 18 <br />Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /><br />Sunday…………….Aug 22 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Joint SS 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM <br /> “Knowing God” Study – Manse 6:00PM<br /> Family Picnic<br /><br />Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of August. Dish detergent and Laundry detergent. Thank you for your continuing support.<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong> <span style="color:#cc0000;">There will be joint SS on Sunday, August 22. The group from Appalachia Service Project who went to West Virginia and Tennessee will give highlights of their trip.<br /></span><br /><strong>John &amp; Gwen Haspels will be in the fellowship hall Monday, August 23 at 7:30PM. They are missionaries in Ethiopia.</strong><br /><br /><span style="color:#993399;">COOKBOOKS ARE HERE!!<br />Cost is $10.00<br />See Phyllis Kuhn, Rhae Leslie, Christy Solley, or Sue LaClair after worship.<br /></span><br />Articles for September newsletter are due by August 22.<br />Leave in tray on office door or email to <a href="mailto:office@bethelupchurch.org">office@bethelupchurch.org</a> or <a href="mailto:jbs417@windstream.net">jbs417@windstream.net</a><br /><br />We want to hear about what God has been doing in the lives of His people. So on the evening of Sunday, August 29, 2010 at 5:00PM, Bethel will be holding a Community Celebration Service to share what God has done and is doing through events such as summer mission trips, camps, etc. All MACA Churches are invited to participate. Throughout the Psalms God’s people are told to remember and rejoice in all that God has done for them,. This is for the entire congregation. Please mark you calendars and plan on attending this Celebration Service. Hot dogs and watermelon will be furnished. Bring a snack to share.<br /><strong><span style="color:#cc0000;"><br />Sunday school teacher is needed for 2nd grade. Anyone interested, please see Rachael Hodge or Maggie Hairhoger.<br /></span></strong><br />PROJECT H.O.P.E. FLOAT BACK TO SCHOOL<br />We are asking for donations of: School supplies (excluding backpacks) dry erase markers, scissors, glue sticks, 2 or 3 subject notebooks, pocket folders, etc. Monetary donations <br />new socks and underwear (children and adult sizes)<br />Please have items to church by Sunday, August 15th<br />Please leave items in coat room<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7589553663098273273?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-77033984790206056242010-08-06T11:11:00.002-04:002010-08-06T11:26:36.565-04:00<span style="color:#990000;"></span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 6:60-71 <br /> Next Week: John 7:1-13<br /> MESSAGE: “Where Else Could We Go?”</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#3333ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Jon &amp; Beth Laughner (8:30)<br /> John &amp; Betty Scott (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Chris Arisman (8:30)<br /> Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />NURSERY TODAY: Pattie &amp; Kylie Leicht<br /> NEXT WEEK: Jennifer Tippin &amp; Jessica Meyer<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Becky Raney<br /> NEXT WEEK: Tom Whippo<br /></span><br />TODAY<br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br /><span style="color:#990000;">CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /> Sunday……………Aug 8 </span><br /><span style="color:#990000;">WORSHIP 8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> “Knowing God” Study </span><br /><span style="color:#990000;"> Manse 6:30PM</span><br /><span style="color:#990000;"></span><br /><span style="color:#990000;">Tuesday…………...Aug 10 </span><br /><span style="color:#990000;">Mission Committee 7:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#990000;"></span><br /><span style="color:#990000;">Wednesday………..Aug 11 </span><br /><span style="color:#990000;">Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#990000;"></span><br /><span style="color:#990000;">Thursday…………..Aug 12 </span><br /><span style="color:#990000;"> CE Committee 7:00PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#990000;"></span><br /><span style="color:#990000;">Sunday…………….Aug 15 </span><br /><span style="color:#990000;"> WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM </span><br /><span style="color:#990000;"> Knowing God” Study – </span><br /><span style="color:#990000;"> Manse 6:30PM</span><br /><br /> <strong>MISSIONS OF THE MONTH…..</strong><br /><span style="color:#009900;">GEREIF BIBLE SCHOOL….. This school is located in Khartoum Sudan. This 3 year course is designed to prepare evangelist and teachers to go into the communities to share the gospel and to start churches. It is also used as the first level before the Nile Theological College. One problem Gereif Bible School is having is keeping good quality teachers employed. They can make a much higher salary in government employment. Our money sent would help offset this.<br /><br />CAMPUS CRUSADE –GINNY &amp; ALAN TUNG…..We are on staff of Campus Crusade for Christ. Alan has served 8 years 7 of those at Penn State, while I have served 4 years 3 years being in NW Pa. In 09 we moved to Va. We are looking forward to our 2nd year in Norfolk. Last year we saw 2 ministries launched. One at Old Dominion University (about 30 students) and one at Christopher Newport University (about 50 students). This year Alan and I will be trying to launch a new ministry at the The College of William and Mary. They have one student involved, which allows us to be recognized on campus as an official group. This summer Alan and I along with 9 students went on a mission trip to East Asia. Our mission was to make friends and share the gospel with students there. We saw 9 people come to Christ. We want to thank this family of believers for all your prayers and financial support. We are grateful for your partnership reaching the next generation of leaders of Christ!<br /><br />LATCOM…..Latcom has been serving in Latin America since 1984. Executive Director Tim Ramsey asks for prayer for wisdom and discernment as he leads Latcom in their many aspects of ministry to proclaim Jesus Christ to the Latin American peoples. Pray for Monte Blanco staff as they prepare for the upcoming season and for the radio broadcast ministries airing throughout eastern Bolivia. Latcom thanks us for our continued financial support and gives praise to the Lord for the privilege to serve Him and His Kingdom<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#663366;"><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong> Please join us in celebrating the Graduation of Sean Michael Snedeker from Mohawk High School today from 3-6:30PM at the <br />New Beaver Borough Fire Hall, Wampum New Galilee Road.<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#3333ff;">TONIGHT!!!</span> Family Drive-in movie night at the Howard Leslie’s<br />Feature attraction will be “CARS”. Pack your car with kids and snacks<br />Come at 8:00PM movie starts at 9:00PM<br /><br /><span style="color:#330099;">“Created to Be His Help Meet” Bible Study will be held at Lindsay Young’s home on Monday, August 9th at 7PM. Babysitting is provided. Come join us as together we discover and learn how to be the wife that God desires us to be!</span> <br /><br /><span style="color:#336666;"></span><br /><span style="color:#336666;">Mission Committee Meeting to be held on Wednesday evening,<br />August 10, 2010, 7:30 PM in the Church Library. We welcome all interested in the missions of the church. Join us at 7:00 PM at the Pavilion to hear a little bit about Kate Kissling's mission prior to the meeting.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#996633;">August 15th Sunday Evening 6:00PM<br />Choir, Worship Team, Youth Praise Team and all involved in our music ministries and family, evening picnic at the home of Ron &amp; Eleanor Hodge. <br />Bring your lawn chairs and food to share. Hot dogs, buns, condiments, beverage and table service will be provided. <br />Come for an evening of fellowship.<br /></span><br />Articles for September newsletter are due by August 22.<br />Leave in tray on office door or email to <a href="mailto:office@bethelupchurch.org">office@bethelupchurch.org</a> or <a href="mailto:jbs417@windstream.net">jbs417@windstream.net</a><br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">We want to hear about what God has been doing in the lives of His people. So on the evening of Sunday, August 29, 2010 at 5:00PM, Bethel will be holding a Community Celebration Service to share what God has done and is doing through events such as summer mission trips, camps, etc. All MACA Churches are invited to participate. Throughout the Psalms God’s people are told to remember and rejoice in all that God has done for them,. This is for the entire congregation. Please mark you calendars and plan on attending this Celebration Service</span>. <br /><br /><strong>Sunday school teacher is needed for 2nd grade. Anyone interested, please see Rachael Hodge or Maggie Hairhoger</strong>.<br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">PROJECT H.O.P.E. FLOAT BACK TO SCHOOL<br />We are asking for donations of: School supplies (excluding backpacks) dry erase markers, scissors, glue sticks, 2 or 3 subject notebooks, pocket folders, etc. Monetary donations <br />new socks and underwear (children and adult sizes)<br />Please have items to church by Sunday, August 15th<br />Please leave items in coat room<br /></span><br />The newly formed Mt Jackson Museum Foundation is having a booth at the Lawrence County Fair to help inform the public of its existence and plans for the future of the community. The fair runs from August 16 – 21. We are asking for help to man the booth for two to four hours between 9:00am and 10:00pm each day. A board member will be there each day and will close the booth at night. Any time that you could spend at the booth to help would be greatly appreciated. If anyone is interested, you may contact Howard Strohecker at 724-667-7579 or John Lamb at 724-336-4947.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7703398479020605624?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-71987576776160792842010-07-30T18:26:00.002-04:002010-07-30T18:41:23.242-04:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 6:45-59 <br /> Next Week: John 6:60-71<br /> MESSAGE: “Real Spiritual Food</span>” <br /><br /><br /><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</strong>…<br /> GREETERS: Joe &amp; Jeanette Berg (8:30)<br /> Dave &amp; Edie Preston (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST: Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Carolyn McQuiston (11:00)<br />NURSERY TODAY: Mary Tanyel<br /> NEXT WEEK: Pattie &amp; Kylie Leicht<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Jim Bredl NEXT WEEK: Becky Raney <br /><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong> <span style="color:#009900;">Our prayers and sympathy to the family of Brandon Pitzer who passed away July 26, 2010.<br /></span><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="color:#666600;">CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br /><br />Sunday……………Aug 1 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br /> “Knowing God” Study – Manse 6:30PM<br />Tuesday…………...Aug 3 Worship Committee 8:00PM<br />Wednesday………..Aug 4 Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br />Sunday…………….Aug 8 WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM “Knowing God” Study – Manse 6:30PM</span><br /><br /><strong>MISSIONS OF THE MONTH</strong>…..<br /><br />GEREIF BIBLE SCHOOL….. This school is located in Khartoum Sudan. This 3 year course is designed to prepare evangelist and teachers to go into the communities to share the gospel and to start churches. It is also used as the first level before the Nile Theological College. One problem Gereif Bible School is having is keeping good quality teachers employed. They can make a much higher salary in government employment. Our money sent would help offset this.<br /><br />CAMPUS CRUSADE –GINNY &amp; ALAN TUNG…..We are on staff of Campus Crusade for Christ. Alan has served 8 years 7 of those at Penn State, while I have served 4 years 3 years being in NW Pa. In 09 we moved to Va. We are looking forward to our 2nd year in Norfolk. Last year we saw 2 ministries launched. One at Old Dominion University (about 30 students) and one at Christopher Newport University (about 50 students). This year Alan and I will be trying to launch a new ministry at the The College of William and Mary. They have one student involved, which allows us to be recognized on campus as an official group. This summer Alan and I along with 9 students went on a mission trip to East Asia. Our mission was to make friends and share the gospel with students there. We saw 9 people come to Christ. We want to thank this family of believers for all your prayers and financial support. We are grateful for your partnership reaching the next generation of leaders of Christ!<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong> Congratulations to Renee &amp; Christopher Parsons who were united in marriage yesterday in Harrisburg, Pa.<br /><br />Renee Banting and Christopher Parsons were married July 31, 2010<br /> in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania<br />Paul and Lynne Banting invite you to join us in celebration of their marriage at a reception.<br />Saturday, August 7, 2010<br />Bethel Fellowship Hall<br />5:00 ~ 7:00PM<br />Please respond to Bantings or 724-336-5992 by August 1<br /><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">August 15th Sunday Evening 6:00PM<br />Choir, Worship Team, Youth Praise Team and all involved in our music ministries and family, evening picnic at the home of Ron &amp; Eleanor Hodge. <br />Bring your lawn chairs and food to share. Hot dogs, buns, condiments, beverage and table service will be provided. <br />Come for an evening of fellowship.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#993399;">We want to hear about what God has been doing in the lives of His people. So on the evening of Sunday, August 29, 2010 at 5:00PM, Bethel will be holding a Community Celebration Service to share what God has done and is doing through events such as summer mission trips, camps, etc. All MACA Churches are invited to participate. Throughout the Psalms God’s people are told to remember and rejoice in all that God has done for them,. This is for the entire congregation. Please mark you calendars and plan on attending this Celebration Service. <br /></span><span style="color:#990000;"><br />Sunday school teacher is needed for 2nd grade. Anyone interested, please see Rachael Hodge or Maggie Hairhoger</span>.<br /><br /><span style="color:#000066;">PROJECT H.O.P.E. FLOAT BACK TO SCHOOL<br />We are asking for donations of: School supplies (excluding backpacks) dry erase markers, scissors, glue sticks, 2 or 3 subject notebooks, pocket folders, etc. Monetary donations <br />new socks and underwear (children and adult sizes)<br />Please have items to church by Sunday, August 15th<br />Please leave items in coat room</span><br /><br />Mohawk Area Alumni Association 2nd Reunion will be held Saturday, August 7 at 6:30PM in the Mohawk High School Cafeteria.<br />The Class of 1959 will be in charge of Registration and the Class of 1961 will be in charge of Refreshments.<br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">The newly formed Mt Jackson Museum Foundation is having a booth at the Lawrence County Fair to help inform the public of its existence and plans for the future of the community. The fair runs from August 16 – 21. We are asking for help to man the booth for two to four hours between 9:00am and 10:00pm each day. A board member will be there each day and will close the booth at night. Any time that you could spend at the booth to help would be greatly appreciated. If anyone is interested, you may contact Howard Strohecker at 724-667-7579 or John Lamb at 724-336-4947.</span><br /><br />Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the month of August. Dish detergent and Laundry detergent.Thank you for your continuing support.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-7198757677616079284?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-39139244602902485912010-07-23T17:53:00.002-04:002010-07-23T18:06:22.363-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 6:41;44</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"> Next Week: John 6:45-59</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">MESSAGE: "Heavenly Tractor Beam"</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#6633ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY</span><br /><span style="color:#6633ff;">MUSIC: Praise Team</span><br /><span style="color:#6633ff;">NURSERY TODAY: Elaine &amp; Victoria Thompson</span><br /><span style="color:#6633ff;"> NEXT WEEK: Mary Tanyel</span><br /><span style="color:#6633ff;">TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Doug Verenski</span><br /><span style="color:#6633ff;"> NEXT WEEK: Jim Bredl</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"><strong>TODAY</strong></span><br /><span style="color:#000099;">Dedication of Addyson Brooke Sun</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">CALENDER OF EVENTS</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Sunday July 25</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Worship 8:30AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Joint SS AWANA 9:45AM</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">Knowing God Study-Manse 6:30pm</span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">NWMC - Sunday to Friday at Westminster College</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">Monday July 26,27, 28</span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">His Hands</span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;"></span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">Wed. July 28</span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30Pm</span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">Knowing God Study 9:30AM</span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">Lloyd &amp; Joan Raney's</span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;"></span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">Sunday Aug 1</span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">WORSHIP 8;30AM</span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">Sunday School 9:45AM</span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">WORSHIP 11:00AM</span><br /><span style="color:#cc6600;">Knowing God Study-Manse 6:30pm</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">ANNOUNCEMENTS</span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">Congregation is invited to a reception Saturday August 7, 2010 in Bethel Fellowship Hall 5:00 ~ 7:00pm to celebrate the marriage of Renee Banting &amp; Christopher Parsons. Please respond to the Bantings by August 1st.</span><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><br /><br /><span style="color:#000099;"></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-3913924460290248591?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-17359366564480837402010-07-16T13:59:00.002-04:002010-07-16T14:10:32.531-04:00<span style="color:#000099;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 6:35-40 <br /> Next Week: John 6:41-44<br /> MESSAGE“Security in Jesus</span>” <br /><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;">SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…<br />GREETERS: Sensky Family (8:30)<br /> Chuck &amp; Margaret Ulmer (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Carolyn McQuiston (11:00) <br />NURSERY TODAY: Jessica Keeley<br /> NEXT WEEK: Elaine &amp; Victoria Thompson<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Dave Meyer </span><br /><span style="color:#3366ff;"> NEXT WEEK: Doug Verenski</span><br /><br /><strong>TODAY<br /></strong> <span style="color:#cc0000;">It is our joy this morning to baptize Michael Anthony Hodge and Luke Nathaniel Hodge sons of Rob &amp; Rachael Hodge<br />Grandparents: Ron &amp; Eleanor Hodge, Tom &amp; Maggie Hairhoger<br />Great Grandparents: Wes Hodge, Blanche Lipp, Tom &amp; Beverly Hairhoger, Dan &amp; Ginger Holl<br />Great-Great Grandmother: Mildred Womer<br /> Elder asking question of congregation is Ron Hodge<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#663366;">The SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER will be observed during morning worship. Anyone who has been baptized in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit and who is trusting in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior is welcome to partake. For children who have not yet publicly professed their faith, Bethel’s practice is to allow them to participate, if in the judgment of their parents, they understand that Jesus died for their sins.<br /></span><br />There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /> <br />CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /><br />Sunday……………July 18 <br />WORSHIP-COMMUNION 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP-COMMUNION 11:00AM<br />“Knowing God” Study – Manse 6:30PM<br /><br />Tuesday…………..July 20 <br /> Session//Family Picnic 6:15PM<br /> Home of Gary &amp; Diane Harman<br /> Trustees 7:30PM<br /><br />Wednesday……….July 14 <br /> Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> “Knowing God” Study 9:30AM<br /> Lloyd &amp; Joan Raney’s<br /><br />Sunday……………July 25 <br />WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Joint SS “A.W.A.N.A.” 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP 11:00AM <br /> “Knowing God” Study – Manse 6:30PM<br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong> <span style="color:#333399;">Session/Family Picnic, Tuesday, July 20 6:15PM at the home of Gary &amp; Diane Harman. Please bring a couple of your favorite dishes, lawn chair, and feel free to bring your swimsuit &amp; towel.<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#009900;">HIS HANDS PROJECT……<br />This project is open to youth in grades 7-12. Cost is $10 per person to cover the cost of materials. Monday, July 26th, Tuesday, July 27th and Wednesday, July 28th from 8:00AM – 4:00PM each day<br />Any questions see Jeremy!!</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#993300;">August 15th Sunday Evening 6:00PM<br />Choir, Worship Team, Youth Praise Team and all involved in our music ministries and family. Evening picnic at the home of Ron &amp; Eleanor Hodge</span>. <br /><span style="color:#663366;"><br />John &amp; Gwen Haspels will be celebrating their 40th Wedding Anniversary on July 19. If you would like to send a card their address is:<br />216 E. 6th Street, Halstead, KS 67056<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#cc0000;">We want to hear about what God has been doing in the lives of our members at Bethel Church. So on <strong>Sunday, August 29, 2010</strong> we will be holding a Celebration Service of all that God has done and is doing in the lives of the members of Bethel Church. So if you went on a summer mission trip, camp, or you want to simply share what God has been doing in your life and where you have seen Him working this is a chance for us to come together and celebrate. All throughout the Psalms God’s people are told to remember and rejoice in all that God has done for them. So we want to do this as a Church. This is for the entire congregation. So please mark you calendars and plan on attending this Celebration Service. See Jeremy</span><br /><br /><strong>Sunday school teacher is needed for 2nd grade. Anyone interested, please see Rachael Hodge or Maggie Hairhoger</strong>.<br /><br /><br />New Address for Blanche Lipp<br /> Blanche Lipp<br /> Garden Villas South<br /> 13457 Tesson Ferry Road<br /> Apt 303<br /> Sappington, Mo 63128-4010<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-1735936656448083740?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-49901565002844862462010-07-09T11:44:00.002-04:002010-07-09T11:54:51.385-04:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">SCRIPTURE READING: John 6:25-34 <br /> Next Week: John 6:35-40<br /> MESSAGE: “Eternal Food”</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;"><strong>SERVING IN WORSHIP TODAY…</strong><br /> GREETERS: Don &amp; Joan Arrow (8:30)<br /> Ivan &amp; Carolyn Raney (11:00)<br />ORGANIST/PIANIST : Nathan Parrott (8:30)<br /> Janice Grim (11:00) <br />NURSERY TODAY: Gary &amp; Diane Harman<br /> NEXT WEEK: Jessica Keeley<br />TRUSTEE LOCKING UP TODAY: Beth Laughner<br /> NEXT WEEK: Dave Meyer<br /></span> <br /><strong>TODAY</strong><br /> There are Elders available after each worship service in the Pastor's office to pray with anyone wanting prayer.<br /><br /><span style="color:#660000;">CALENDAR OF EVENTS………….<br /> Sunday……………July 11 </span><br /><span style="color:#660000;">WORSHIP 8:30AM<br /> Sunday School 9:45AM<br />WORSHIP 11:00AM<br />Ordination &amp; Installation for<br />Nathan Leslie, Bessemer 7:00PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#660000;">Monday…………..July 12 </span><br /><span style="color:#660000;">Bible Study-Lindsay Young’s 7:00PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#660000;">Tuesday…………..July 13 </span><br /><span style="color:#660000;">Mission Committee 7:30PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#660000;">Wednesday……….July 14 </span><br /><span style="color:#660000;"> Library Open 9:00AM ~ 2:30PM<br /> “Knowing God” Study 9:30AM<br /> Lloyd &amp; Joan Raney’s<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#660000;">Thursday………….July15 </span><br /><span style="color:#660000;"> Building Committee 7:00PM<br /></span><br /><span style="color:#660000;">Sunday……………July 18 </span><br /><span style="color:#660000;">WORSHIP-COMMUNION </span><span style="color:#660000;">8:30AM<br />Sunday School 9:45AM<br /> WORSHIP-COMMUNION 11:00AM </span><br /><span style="color:#660000;">“Knowing God” Study – Manse 6:30PM</span><br /><br /><strong>ANNOUNCEMENTS<br /></strong><span style="color:#333399;">A service of ordination and installation will be held for Nathan Leslie at the Bessemer Presbyterian Church tonight at 7:00PM. A light reception will be held following the service. All are invited to attend!!<br /><br />“Created to Be His Help Meet” Bible Study will be held at Lindsay Young’s home on Monday, July 12th at 7PM. Babysitting is provided. Come join us as together we discover and learn how to be the wife that God desires us to be!<br /><br />Mission Committee meeting Tuesday, July 13, 7:30PM in the library.<br /><br />Bethel Building Committee will meet Thursday, July 15 at 7:00PM in the large classroom off the fellowship hall.<br /><br />HEY LADIES!!!!! You are invited to a Premiere Jewelry Party<br />JULY 16th here at Bethel church to restart Amy Lutz’s business to benefit the future adoption of their baby. After their home was burglarized many of us wanted to help and here is our chance to show our love for them and have a ladies night out shopping for bling! Friday July 16 at 7:00pm Please bring an appetizer or dessert to share!<br /><br /></span><span style="color:#ff0000;">Session/Family Picnic, Tuesday, July 20 6:15PM at the home of Gary &amp; Diane Harman. Please bring a dish to share, lawn chair, and feel free to bring your swimsuit &amp; towel.</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#009900;">HIS HANDS PROJECT……<br />This project is open to youth in grades 7-12. Cost is $10 per person to cover the cost of materials. Monday, July 26th, Tuesday, July 27th and Wednesday, July 28th from 8:00AM – 4:00PM each day<br />Any questions see Jeremy!!<br /></span><br />August 15th Sunday Evening 6:00PM<br />Choir, Worship Team, Youth Praise Team and all involved in our music ministries and family. Evening picnic at the home of Ron &amp; Eleanor Hodge. <br /><br />Anyone interested in doing special music (one or both services) for the summer please speak with Chris Arisman<br /><br /><span style="color:#000066;">John &amp; Gwen Haspels will be celebrating their 40th Wedding Anniversary on July 19. If you would like to send a card their address is:<br />216 E. 6th Street, Halstead, KS 67056</span><br /><br /><span style="color:#999900;">The Ladies of Bethel are invited to a Garden Party…….<br />"Color and Contrast: Nine Months of Flowering Friends" is the title for the garden party presented by Dr. Bob Bardeen and hosted by the Westfield women. It will be on Tues., July 20 at noon in the Westfield church pavilion. There's no need to make a reservation. Wear a hat (optional) and join in the fellowship and fun.<br /></span><br />Please help restock the H.O.P.E. food bank for the months of July and August. Dish detergent and Laundry detergent.<br />Thank you for your continuing support.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/3742841827126364284-4990156500284486246?l=bethel-announcements.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Nancyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14120234849713483931noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3742841827126364284.post-33340871238539008722010-07-02T21:42:00.002-04:002010-07-02T21:52:49.002-04:00<span style="color:#3333ff;">MESSAGE: by Jeremy “Auth