Sunday Worship
Weekly Schedule
As we continue our series on 2 Corinthians we’ve created a new notebook to conclude the series. Series Guide Book 2 covers the last 10 weeks of the series and includes sermon notes, a prayer journal, and sermon discussion questions. Grab one in the foyer this Sunday.
The class meets in Rm 813 in the adult wing. This one-session class features videos & class discussion. You’ll learn more about Bethany and discover the importance of membership and joining your local church. Sign up by going to bethanycentral.org/membership.
In an effort to keep you up to date on the status of our finances here are the financial numbers for the month of February 2023:
| Giving | Expenses | Budget |
|---|---|---|
| $196,896 | $184,545 | $238,975 |
Announcements
Our sympathies to Max & Debbie Lalicker & Marlene Peterson on the loss of Max & Marlene’s father, Gene Lalicker, on March 14.
Located in Room 813. This class on Stewardship will teach you ways of honoring God with your finances. You’ll learn about a theology of giving, charitable contribution deductions, how to give non-cash gifts, and charitable bequests.
Spring 2023 Table sign-ups are happening now! This is a one-time commitment with the purpose of meeting other ladies at Bethany. You can sign up at the table in the foyer or online at bethanycentral.org/thetable.
There is an upcoming opportunity to take a step in your relationship with Jesus and publicly declare your faith through Baptism. During our Good Friday service, we will be offering a special time for baptisms for those ready to take the next step in their walk. Contact us and let us know if you are interested at Bethanycentral.org/baptism.
It is our desire to be praying for you no matter what is happening in your life. Go to bethanycentral.org/prayer or use the Bethany app to fill out a prayer request or share a praise so that our leaders, staff, and church family can be in prayer for you personally.
Sign up to receive our Together Day by Day email devotional. This email is delivered each weekday and is written by elders and pastors at Bethany. It includes a devotional and prayer requests for those in the Bethany family as well as our GO Partners. To sign up go to Bethanycentral.org/togetheremail.
Pastor Ritch is guest-speaking for Grace Baptist Church’s Holy Week celebration. Anyone from Bethany is invited to join Grace Baptist and hear Pastor Ritch speak.
Icebreaker Question:
When was one of the last times you’ve cried?
Discussion Questions:
What can sometimes make true Christian relationships so emotional?
How can mourning bring comfort and grief bring joy?
What sorts of contrasts show the difference between worldly sorrow and Godly sorrow?
Application Questions:
How has the exposure of, and repentance over, sin brought pain, yet joy, and comfort in your life?
In what ways do you see examples of the marks of godly repentant grief in your life (or of worldly sorrow)?