Bethel Blessings Oct 5 & 6

SUNDAY MORNING ALIVE LUNCH is served from 10:45am – 11:15am and will be available every week through October. Grab some food and join a class or just enjoy the fellowship.

BETHEL TRUNK OR TREAT & FALL FESTIVAL: All are invited to come enjoy games, food, candy, costumes, and fun. Sunday, October 20th from 10:45am-12:00noon. The deadline to register is Sunday, October 13th.

COMMITMENT WEEKEND: October 19 & 20th please bring forward to the Altar your financial commitment for the 2025 year. If you need an extra one, there are some in a container right outside of the Sanctuary.

CONFIRMATION SUNDAY: October 20th our 5 young Confirmands will affirm their baptism and confirm their faith. Confirmation students are meeting with Pastor John on Sunday, October 13th at 10:45am to rehearse.

SENIOR POTLUCK: Friday, October 18th at noon in the Christ Center.

MEN’S MINISTRY BREAKFAST: Saturday, October 19th 7:45am in the Christ Center.

FALL CLEAN UP DAY: Volunteers needed on Saturday, November 2nd starting at 8:00am to make the Bethel grounds beautiful. Watch for more information and signs in the Narthex.

MERCY’S GATE HOLIDAY MEAL BASKETS: As the holiday season approaches, we are gathering food to create special meals for families in need through our partnership with Mercy’s Gate. Please consider donating: 1) A grocery gift card for turkey and perishable items. 2) A grocery bag of non-perishable items, following the list attached to the bag. Grocery bags are available in the Narthex, and all donations should be brought to Bethel by November 17, 2024. Thank you for making a difference and blessing a family this holiday season!

SUNDAY SCHOOL FOR ALL AGES

KINGDOM KIDS CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL (Ages 4 thru 5th Grade): Please come to worship at 9:30am and the children will be dismissed to Kingdom Kids at approximately 9:45am.

YOUTH GROUP BE BOLD (Youth Hour is for Ages 12-18): We will be meeting Sunday at 10:45am in the Youth Room.

ADULT BIBLE CLASSES: Pastor John will be teaching a Marriage class “Marriage on the Rock” that starts at 10:45am in the Library. Come learn about God’s design for your dream marriage. Pastor Dan is leading a study on the Gospel of John that begins at 10:45am in the Faith Forum.

WEEK DAY BIBLE STUDY GROUPS

BIBLE STUDY FELLOWSHIP: This is a city-wide women’s bible class that meets here at Bethel at 6:45pm on Monday nights. They are studying the book of Revelation.

MEN’S UP AND ADAM: This men’s group meets at Bethel for Bible Study every Wednesday morning at 6:30am. 

RUTH BIBLE STUDY: We are studying Max Lucado’s book “Life Lessons from Daniel and Esther.” We would love to have you join us! We meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month from 9:30am – 11:00am in the Library.

WEST (WOMEN EARNESTLY SEEKING TRUTH) BIBLE STUDY: We meet Wednesdays in the Library from 10:30am - 12:00noon. We are discussing “I Am: Discovering Who Jesus Is.”

WEB (Women Exploring the Bible):  We are discussing the study “Unveiling Mary Magdalene” by Liz Curtis Higgs. We meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 9:00am -11:00am in the Library.

INTEREST GROUPS

BETHEL BOOK CLUB: We meet once a month on the 3rd Thursday at 1:00pm in the Library. In October we will meet on Thursday, October 17th. The Book we are reading is “Remarkable Bright Creatures” by Shelby Pelt.

BUNCO: We meet in the Narthex on the first Friday of the month at 7:00pm (Friday, October 4th). It’s a game of dice and all are welcome.

COMFORT MAKERS: Bethel's quilting group meets on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesday of each month from 9:00am – noon in the Christ Center.

CONNECTIONS GROUP: This group is targeted to singles and couples in their 60’s (plus or minus). It is a fellowship and discussion group of mutual support, laughter, food, and fun. The next time we meet is Friday, October 18th at 6:30pm.

GIFTS FROM THE HEART: We enjoy sharing the love of Christ with others by preparing and donating gifts. Our gift-giving includes: specially prepared baby gifts for newborns at Bethel, recycling stuffed animals for foster children, three different types of gift bags handed out to the homeless, meals for shut-ins or families in distress, and household goods for displaced veterans.

GIRL SCOUTS: We meet every other Thursday at 6:00pm in the Youth Room.

DINING OUT GROUP:  We meet on the 4th  Monday of the month.

MEN’S CHALLENGE GROUP: Men, do you want the abundance God came to give you? Do you want joy and peace AND to advance His kingdom? Then come join us. Hear God lead you. Glorify Him. We meet at 11:00am on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays at Bethel.

MEN’S MINISTRY BREAKFAST: We meet once a month at 7:45am in the Christ Center. The next time we are getting together is Saturday, October 19th.

MICROBREW CREW GROUP—This adult group meets monthly at a local microbrewery.  The October meeting will be on Monday, the 14th at 6:00pm at Lost Friends Brewery.  The address is 2458 Montebello Square Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80918.  

PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP: This group is for folks interested in photography from the novice to experienced.

PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY: If you enjoy knitting or crocheting and are interested in creating Prayer Shawls or Lap Robes for those that are home bound, this is the group for you. Yarn is available in the Narthex.

SENIOR GROUP: We meet once a month for Potluck and other activities. We get together for food, fun, and fellowship. The next time we get together is Friday, October 18th at noon in the Christ Center.

STITCHED WITH LOVE: This ministry provides an opportunity for you to make and donate crocheted or knitted items for infants and children. These can include white baby afghans (now given to infants at baptisms) or items such as layettes, booties, quilts, stuffed animals, etc. We also make a variety of handmade items throughout the year for donation to foster children through Cases of Love, infants through Life Network, winter scarves for the homeless, etc. “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” Matt 25:40

STEPHEN MINISTRY: The Stephen Minister’s role is to bring God’s love into the lives of people who are going through a difficult time. Stephen Ministers listen to you, care for you, support and encourage you, and pray with you. If you or someone you know is facing a crisis and could benefit from the caring presence of a Stephen Minister, talk to one of our Pastors.

VARIETY DANCE: Variety Dance meets each Saturday afternoon in the Christ Center. The 2:30pm class is led by Gloria Pascua and the 4:00pm class is led by Sharon Oldfield.