Digital Bulletin, January 15, 2023

Digital Bulletin, January 15, 2023

Sunday Worship

Prelude: Here For You
Call to Worship
O Church Arise (Arise Shine)
Welcome & Announcements
Cornerstone
Yet Not I but Through Christ in Me
Walk-up Communion
How Firm a Foundation
Benediction

Weekly Schedule

View our calendar HERE for the weekly schedule.
Highlights
Newcomer's Lunch
Sunday, January 29

After second service. Anyone new to Bethany is invited to join. Meet Elders & Pastors, ask questions, and get to know us. Use a response card or go to bethanycentral.org/lunch to register.

Join the Production Team

Our production team is recruiting volunteers to help run cameras, work on the livestream, assist with audio, and run lighting on Sunday mornings. These are roles that are behind the scenes but are vital to what we do. Training is provided and all skill levels are needed. Go to bethanycentral.org/production for more information.

December Financials

In an effort to keep you up to date on the status of our finances here are the financial numbers for the month of December 2022:

Giving Expenses Budget
$325,505 $196,779 $238,975

Announcements

Bethany Family News
  • Our congratulations to Josh & Jensen Feucht on son Waylon Mark born Thursday, December 29th.
  • Our deepest sympathies to Connie & Dave Hoerr on the loss of Connie’s brother Mike Menold on Wednesday, January 11th.
Winter & Spring Ladies Bible Studies 2023

The Winter studies are starting this week. Check them out at the table in the foyer or at Bethanycentral.org/ladies. There are several studies available to choose from.

MOMents
Friday, January 20, 9:00 am

Every other Friday from 9-11AM in the gym. MOMents is a place where real moms connect and share their lives as they seek to raise children to follow Jesus. Go to bethanycentral.org/moments to register.

Taco Tuesday
Tuesday, January 17, 5:00 pm

Hosted by BEST and all ages are welcome. Join us for an evening of food and fun filled fellowship. We’ll enjoy a taco bar and then engage in some fun table games. Bring a favorite game that you enjoy. This is a great opportunity to introduce a friend to our church in an informal atmosphere. RSVP using MyBethany or call the church office.

Leadership Candidates

The Elders are pleased to announce the candidates entering the leadership development process:

  • Sarah Barley
  • Tyler Collins
  • Josh Elliott
  • Jackie Fricke
  • Nicole Habeger
  • Jill Hamilton
  • Megan Kieser
  • Bryce Mack
  • Dorothy Magnuson
  • Tina Myatt
  • Erica Ogden
  • Amy Park
  • Nicole Pepper
  • Mike Peterson
  • Jan Reed
  • Anna Sceggel
  • Marshall Schrader [Elder]
  • Tiffany Waller
  • Cindy Winkler
  • John Zimmerman

They each shared their testimony and why they are excited to pursue the calling of leadership at Bethany. A webpage containing their answers is available at Bethanycentral.org/candidates.

Discussion Questions

Icebreaker Question:
What is one change of plans in your life that surprised you?
Discussion Questions:
In what sense is simplicity and godly sincerity different from earthly wisdom?
In what sense do all the promises of god find their “Yes” in Christ?
What does it look like to work for other’s joy; for them to stand firm in their faith?
Application Questions:
How healthy is your ‘relationship’ with your conscience?
Who has God placed in your life that on the day of the Lord Jesus you will be able to boast in and they will be able to boast in you?