Week of December 22, 2025 — UPDATES
With the help of some dedicated volunteers, Bethany’s sanctuary was decorated Saturday, November 29, for Advent and Christmas.
Bethany’s November 23 worship service was followed by a feast of Thanksgiving pies … and egg rolls!
Worship ServiceS
Here are just a few upcoming and recent services. Click here for more information about church services.
Jim Guida will lead tonight’s neighborhood Christmas Eve service, which starts at 5 p.m. All are invited to attend, regardless of church background or faith affiliation. The service will feature the traditional Christmas story of Christ’s birth plus familiar carols and special music.
Unable to attend? Tune in via Facebook starting 10:25 a.m.
“Love that Refuses to Abandon”
Isaiah 7:10-16, Romans 1:1-7 and Matthew 1:18-25
Rev. Elias Burgos, preaching
Tom Uhrhammer, liturgist
Barbara Aberasturi, Wendy Aiello, Nga Chau & Manh Ong—Advent candle lighters
The Bethany Choir
Jackie Sneed, worship leader
Barbara Greene & Manh Ong, musicians
Cathy Sapunor & Nga Chau, sound & screen
FOURTH SUNDAY IN ADVENT
UPCOMING EVENTS
Introducing “Coffee & Conversation” … happening Wednesdays 8:30-10::30 a.m. in the Social Hall starting November 5.
Join us for a service of familiar Christmas carols and the Christmas story as we welcome the Christ child into our midst again. This all-ages, inclusive service starts 5 p.m. in the sanctuary.
Bethany is hosting another Food Closet volunteer morning Monday, Dec. 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:40 a.m.
Staying Connected
Every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Bethany presents an online worship service. Log on to Facebook at about 10:20 a.m. for beautiful music.
ONLINE GIVING IS AVAILABLE—AND MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER, now that we are not gathering weekly with the traditional offering plate being passed.
Bethany has a form for you to fill out with caregiver and emergency contact information. When you send it in, we will be able to know how to reach you in case of emergency.
