Friends in Faith—
This coming Sunday, March 12, we will be having a service of "Prayer and Song." Several congregants have written prayers that they will be offering in worship. Lent is a perfect time to try something new—a new spiritual practice, a new way of offering praise and gratitude to God.
Join us and don't forget to invite a friend, too! Natalya begins playing gathering music at 10:20 a.m. We know the weather may be unpredictable, so you can also join virtually here: Facebook Live. More details about worship can be found here.
Don't forget to set your clocks ahead one hour this Saturday night, as Daylight Saving Time begins! Spring forward and make it to worship on time!
We'll soon be distributing the One Great Hour of Sharing "Fish Banks" to our children—you might remember them, as they have been around for many years. These fish banks are collected, along with The One Great Hour of Sharing special offering, starting Easter Sunday. There are three programs supported by One Great Hour of Sharing: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, the Presbyterian Hunger Program, and Self-Development of People—all work in different ways to serve individuals and communities in need. From initial disaster response to ongoing community development, their work fits together to provide people with safety, sustenance, and hope. You can learn more here.
Are you looking for a daily devotional for Lent? Bethany's 2015 Lenten Devotionals, written by members and friends, is available on our website here.
Presbyterian Women have started a new study called “Celebrating Sabbath.” Their next meeting is on Thursday, March 9. The meetings will be held on second and fourth Thursdays at 10 a.m. in the church library. Come at 9:30 a.m. for conversation and refreshments! Elder Mary Harbison will lead the study. Here are the details.
We'll be gathering on Monday, March 20th in the Fellowship Hall to continue viewing another episode of "The Chosen" at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome to join us for this time of discussion, followed by a delicious lunch. Here is information.
On Sunday, March 19th, following worship, we'll be making keepsake crosses during coffee hour in our Fellowship Hall. Here are details.
On Monday, April 3, we'll be volunteering at SSIP from 8:30 a.m. - 11:40 a.m. Please reach out to Cathy Sapunor if you are interested in helping out. You can learn more here.
As a church family, we are a community that is committed to caring for one another. One of the ways that we can support one another, loved ones and strangers, near and far, is to offer our prayers on their behalf. We share our prayers because we care for one another, and we know that God listens and cares for all of God's children. If you have a joy or concern to share, please let Maria or Jesse know; and if it is a confidential matter, please be sure to let them know. And don't forget that we have a prayer team who is committed to praying for any and all prayer concerns that come forward. You can reach out to Barbara Greene with your prayer concerns and she'll share them with the prayer team.
Session has dedicated the next several weeks to discerning Bethany's future—and working to develop a plan for our next chapter. We appreciate your prayers as we continue the call of leadership and planning for Bethany.Hear our prayers, O Lord!
Peace to all.
—Jesse
