At yesterday’s service, we were happy to welcome back Rev. Karen Sapio, Executive Presbyter, North Central California Presbytery. She presented an inspiring message titled “The Good Shepherd..”
NEXT SUNDAY, May 3—Rev. Jack McNary will preach today. Communion will be served. Please bring canned/packaged items for our monthly Food Closet collection. Rev. Jack will preach again on May 10.
TODAY (MONDAY, April 27)—Think you know Jesus? Explore with us His life & legacy in a new 8-part series, “Who Was Jesus?” Each session starts at 9:30 a.m. SHARP and wraps up at 11 a.m. Come at 9:15 for refreshments & social time. We’ll meet in the church library. Class dates are: April 27, May 11, June 8 & 22, July 13 & 27, August 10 & 24. All are welcome, and you don’t need to attend all of the sessions as each is a stand-alone lesson/discussion. Led by Cathy Sapunor. More details are here.
WEDNESDAY, April 29—Another in our series of “Coffee & Conversation” mornings (8:30-10:30 a.m.) in the Social Hall! Enjoy free coffee & pastries. Come by yourself or bring a friend. Want to help? See Mark Strack. More details here.
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.
Thursday, May 28—Annual spring nature walk. Meet at the Cosumnes River Preserve at 10 a.m. for a brief devotional & a time of sauntering through the flora & fauna. We’ll enjoy a light brunch tailgate-style. Free! Wheelchair- and walker-friendly. No cost to participate! Click here for details.
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, May 10—Deadline to submit your $50/person deposit to reserve your space at the August 7-9 church retreat at Zephyr Point, Lake Tahoe.
Sunday, May 17—Rev. Stan Henderson preaches today.
Sunday, May 24—Pentecost Sunday. Wear red today! Elder Pat Terry will preach. More details here.
Thursday, May 28—Annual spring nature walk at Cosumnes River Preserve. Click here for details.
Sunday, May 31—Rev. Elias Burgos will preach today.
Monday, June 29—Next Food Closet volunteer morning. We need five volunteers to help 8:30-11:40 a.m. Sign-ups coming in May!
August 7-9—annual FRIENDS & FAMILY RETREAT at Zephyr Point. Click here for more info & a download-able interest form.
