Yesterday marked our observation of All Saints Sunday. Cathy Sapunor presented the message “DIY Sainthood.” Thank you, Rev. Janice Kamikawa, for officiating at the communion portion of the service, and thank you to everyone who brought items for the monthly Food Closet collection.
During the service everyone was invited to come forward to light candles in honor of deceased loved ones, and following the service we enjoyed sharing their memories as photos and memorabilia were displayed on the “life celebration tables” in the Social Hall.
THIS WEEK, both the Monday Group and Movie Group are taking a break. Stay tuned for upcoming activities to announced …
TUESDAY, NOV. 3—Bethany, in conjunction with Sacramento Area Congregations Together (SacAct), encourages all of you who are eligible voters to do your civic duty! Cathy Sapunor, Jackie Sneed, Rev. Janice Kamikawa and Rev. Karen Sapio are serving as volunteer poll chaplains through SacACT.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 4–We will continue to enjoy “Coffee & Conversation” in the church Social Hall, 8:30-10:30 a.m. Enjoy free coffee and donuts You can even play a game of Scrabble! This is the perfect excuse to get out of the house for a bit and hang with others. It’s informal; drop in any time. Come by yourself or bring a friend. Thank you, Mark Strack, for hosting this weekly event!
THURSDAY, NOV. 5—Our new weekly exercise class has begun! It is held at 9 a.m. in the Social Hall. Please show up by 8:45 in comfortable clothes, ready to begin. Our leader is Vickie Mae Denman, a teacher of yoga and tai chi who also is qualified to teach fall prevention. A donation of $3-$5 per class is suggested. Please see Jackie Sneed if you have questions. No need to RSVP; just show up. Bring a friend! Here are more details.
SATURDAY, NOV. 7 & FRIDAY, NOV. 13—We can use a few volunteers to help serve as greeters & prepare the sanctuary for Evergreen Mortuary funerals taking place at Bethany. See Debbie Leibrock or Cathy Sapunor if you can lend a hand with either of these “memorial ministry” activities. We expect close to 100 people on the 13th.
THIS COMING WEEKEND: Rev. Lew Rooker is appearing in the band of the “Woody Guthrie’s American Song” production in West Sacramento. Show times are 7 p.m. on Friday & Saturday, 2 p.m. on Sunday. Click here for ticket information.
This is last week’s Movie Group outing … to view the new animated feature Wildwood. Click here for Movie Group updates.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Saturday, Nov. 28—Decorating the sanctuary for Advent/Christmas! Meet in the sanctuary at 10:30 a.m. A free lunch will follow! There are tasks for all abilities & ages (even children) … we especially need some helpers who are not afraid to climb ladders! We will also practice ringing the church steeple, so those with extra-strong arm muscles are welcome!
Monday, Nov. 23—Come to the church kitchen and help prepare a light brunch for Food Closet volunteers. This is the busiest week of the year for the Food Closet & Bethany traditionally hosts this “Hot Chocolate Ministry.” See Cathy Sapunor if you have questions. NOTE: this will take the place of our regularly scheduled “fifth Monday” Food Closet volunteer morning.
Sunday, Dec. 20—Display of crèches (manger scenes) during the worship service. Bring yours for everybody to see!
Thursday, Dec. 24—Christmas Eve candlelight service; starts at 5 p.m.
