We are pleased to again welcome Rev. Eiias Burgos and his family—Marisol & Simon—to Bethany yesterday. Rev. Elias will return to the pulpit next Sunday, April 19.
Many thanks to those in the congregation who assisted with Friday’s memorial service honoring Ralph & Fran Congdon. Our prayers continue to be with the Congdon family.
TODAY—MONDAY, APRIL 13—Last in our series of “aging with grace” classes, 10 a.m. in the library. Topic: Looking Back & Ahead. A new 9-part series (“Who Is Jesus?”) will start April 27. All are encouraged to attend this series, which promises surprising answers! Cathy Sapunor will lead.
TUESDAY, APRIL 14—Bethany’s Movie Group invites everyone to join in seeing the new romantic comedy “You, Me & Tuscany.” The film starts at 10:30 a.m. at the Cinemark Century Laguna Theater, 9349 Big Horn Blvd., Elk Grove. Meet in the lobby at 10 a.m. Tickets are $7.25. The movie is about a young woman named Anna who loses her house-sitting job (and housing) in one fell swoop but a chance encounter with Matteo—a handsome Italian who happens to have a villa sitting empty in Tuscany—inspires her to jet off for Italy. Anyone & everyone can participate in the Movie Group! Just show up!
WEDNESDAY, April 15—Make today less taxing! “Coffee & Conversation” 8:30-10:30 a.m. in the Social Hall! Enjoy free coffee & pastries. It’s informal; drop in any time. Come by yourself or bring a friend. Want to help? See Mark Strack. More details here.
On Thursday, April 23, join Bethany members and friends at the Multi-Faith Prayer Vigil happening outside the John Moss Federal Building, 650 Capitol Mall in downtown Sacramento at 12 noon. Gather in prayer and reflection as we stand with our immigrant neighbors and their families. Click here for details.
Saturday, May 2 is Bethany’s annual Mother’s Day celebration in the Social Hall at 1:3O p.m. Everyone is invited. Free! Bring your mom, aunt, friend, daughter! Men welcome, too. See Kathy Frank if you would like to help. More details are here.
Registration/interest forms are now available for Bethany’s annual Friends & Family Retreat Aug. 7-9 at Lake Tahoe. The theme is “True North: Finding Your Moral Compass Through Faith.” Participants will explore ways in which their faith can be defined and enhanced. Turn in your deposit (to save your spot) by May 10. Rev. Judy Davis will lead the retreat. See any Retreat Committee member if you have questions: Peter & Joy Baird, Rev. Judy Davis, Marilee Keene & Trisha Uhrhammer. CLICK HERE for more details and to download the registration form.
This is your invitation to make a financial pledge to Bethany for 2026. “Moving Forward With God: Count Me In!” is the theme, signifying that each of us is an active participant in the work of the lord here in our community. Please prayerfully consider how you may give of your time, talent and treasure in the coming year. Contact the church office to ask for a pledge form or download one here.
Sunday, April 19—Rev. Elias Burgos is preaching today.
Thursday, April 23—Multi-faith prayer vigil in support of immigrants. See above.
April 26—Rev. Karen Sapio will preach today.
Saturday, May 2—Annual Mother’s Day celebration in the Social Hall at 1:3O p.m.
Sunday, May 24—Pentecost Sunday. Wear red today! More details here.
Thursday, May 28—Annual spring nature walk at Cosumnes River Preserve. Click here for details.
August 7-9—annual FRIENDS & FAMILY RETREAT at Zephyr Point. Click here for more info & a download-able interest form.
