VBS is almost here! Now is the time to register your children. We also need many of you to volunteer and help make VBS a reality this year. For all volunteers, we have new VBS t-shirts—even if you have one from a previous year, this year’s design is different. Be sure to grab one from the foyer. Visit bethanycentral.org/vbs to register your kids or to volunteer.

We are starting the second part of the book of Mark this week. To help you engage with the series we’ve created a new notebook for sermon notes, group discussion, and prayer requests. You can pick up a copy on your way into the sanctuary or get a digital version at bethanycentral.org/notebook.

VBS is almost here! Now is the time to register your children. We also need many of you to volunteer and help make VBS a reality this year. For all volunteers, we have new VBS t-shirts—even if you have one from a previous year, this year’s design is different. Be sure to grab one from the foyer. Visit bethanycentral.org/vbs to register your kids or to volunteer.

There is an opportunity to be baptized at our next Summer Celebration service in July. If you are interested in participating, email info@bethanycentral.org or call the church office. Connect with us to begin the process or to talk with someone from our ministry staff team with any questions or concerns you may have.

VBS is three weeks away! Now is the time to start registering your children for VBS. You can use your myBethany or the website to register. We also need many of you to volunteer to jump in and help us make VBS a reality this year. Visit bethanycentral.org/vbs to register your kids or to volunteer.

There is an opportunity to be baptized at our next Summer Celebration service in July. If you are interested in participating, email info@bethanycentral.org or call the church office. Connect with us to begin the process or to talk with someone from our ministry staff team with any questions or concerns you may have.

This is a single outdoor service at 9:30am with a picnic to follow. It’s a special Sunday of fellowship and celebration for the upcoming summer. There will be no Sunday school, children’s church, or ABC’s that Sunday. Nursery is provided ages 0-2.

We’re so excited to celebrate the incredible progress we’ve made in collecting stories and we are almost half-way there! To encourage everyone on this journey of knowing their story, free t-shirts will be in the foyer for the next two weeks. Make sure to pick one up!

It’s not too late to get involved—sign up for our 12-week evangelism coaching by text or email, or listen to the full podcast series—all episodes are now available. Visit bethanycentral.org/knowtheirstory to learn more and stay engaged!

The class meets in Rm 813 in the adult wing. This one-session class features videos & class discussion. You’ll learn more about Bethany and discover the importance of membership and joining your local church. Sign up by going to bethanycentral.org/membership.

We’re so excited to celebrate the incredible progress we’ve made—over 680 stories have been shared across our three areas! Each one is represented by a ping pong ball, a powerful reminder of how God is at work through us. Praise the Lord! To encourage everyone on this journey of knowing their story, we’ll soon be giving away free t-shirts to those who are participating!

It’s not too late to get involved—sign up for our 12-week evangelism coaching by text or email, or listen to the full podcast series—all episodes are now available. Visit bethanycentral.org/knowtheirstory to learn more and stay engaged!

The class meets in Rm 813 in the adult wing. This one-session class features videos & class discussion. You’ll learn more about Bethany and discover the importance of membership and joining your local church. Sign up by going to bethanycentral.org/membership.

Starting Point is a single-session class that meets during our first service in Room 813. It’s designed to help you learn who we are, what we believe, and how you can find your place in the life of our church family. You’ll also discover what to expect on Sunday mornings, how to navigate the building, and explore the ministries and classes we have available. To RSVP go to bethanycentral.org/start.

We’re so excited to celebrate the incredible progress we’ve made—over 680 stories have been shared across our three areas! Each one is represented by a ping pong ball, a powerful reminder of how God is at work through us. Praise the Lord! To encourage everyone on this journey of knowing their story, we’ll soon be giving away free t-shirts to those who are participating!

It’s not too late to get involved—sign up for our 12-week evangelism coaching by text or email, or listen to the full podcast series—all episodes are now available. Visit bethanycentral.org/knowtheirstory to learn more and stay engaged!

At Bethany we love to use name badges to help people get to know us and make guests feel welcome. Please be sure to wear your nametag next week! If you’ve never had one or need a replacement please visit or contact the church office to have one made for you in preparation for name tag Sunday.

Anyone new to Bethany is invited to join us for lunch. Meet elders & pastors, ask questions, and get to know us. If you are new to Bethany this is the perfect first step for you! Go to bethanycentral.org/lunch to register.

We are thankful for the sweet time of fellowship and sharing a meal at our annual meeting this past Sunday. The budget for our upcoming fiscal year was overwhelmingly approved, along with the confirmation of our officers: Max Lalicker – Treasurer, Ted Lueken – Assistant Treasurer, Abby Pfieffer – Church Clerk, and Kristi DeBacker – Financial Secretary.

Our Easter Devotional, He is Risen, written by Bethany Church staff. Is still available for you to pick up in the foyer or online at bethanycentral.org/heisrisen.

This year our Easter Devotional, He is Risen, was written by our very own Bethany Church staff. Beginning April 12th, this devotional explores the 10 days leading up to Christ’s crucifixion and resurrection.

Each day’s reflection includes Scripture, prayer, application questions, and a journal. You can pick up a book at the table in the foyer or visit bethanycentral.org/heisrisen to download a digital copy.

Friday April 18th, 6:00 pm join us for a special event meant to help us reflect on the sacrificial death of our Savior. The evening will include baptisms and communion (NO nursey or childcare provided).

Sunday April 20th, 9:00 & 10:30 am join us for Easter Sunday at Bethany. There will be no ABC’s, Sunday School, or Children’s Church this week. Nursery will be provided for ages 2 and under.

Our Annual meeting is a time to hear ministry updates and, if you are a member, take part in the vote for the annual budget and elected officers. This year we’ve scheduled our services to allow more attendees and members to join this important meeting.

We will have a single service at 9:30 am (no Sunday School, ABC’s, or Children’s Church). Nursery will be offered for both. With the annual meeting following that service at 11:00am and lunch provided.

Friday April 18th, 6:00 pm join us for a special event meant to help us reflect on the sacrificial death of our Savior Friday night. The evening will include baptisms and communion (NO nursey or childcare provided).

Sunday April 20th, 9:00 & 10:30 am join us for Easter Sunday at Bethany. There will be no ABC’s, Sunday School, or Children’s Church this week. Nursery will be provided for ages 2 and under.

Our Annual meeting is a time to hear ministry updates and, if you are a member, take part in the vote for the annual budget and elected officers. This year we’ve scheduled our services to allow more attendees and members to join this important meeting.

We will have a single service at 9:30 am (no Sunday School, ABC’s, or Children’s Church). With the annual meeting following that service at 11:00am and lunch provided.

The Hands of Grace food pantry collection is starting this Sunday and running for several weeks. View the items they are in need of by downloading a list or getting a paper card. The donation table is located in the foyer by the gym and volunteers will be there to pass out bags. You can donate things like (canned meat, stews, soups, peanut butter, cereal, pasta, and more).

Our Annual meeting is a time to hear ministry updates and, if you are a member, take part in the vote for the annual budget and elected officers. This year we’ve scheduled our services to allow more attendees and members to join this important meeting.

We will have a single service at 9:30 am (no Sunday School, ABC’s, or Children’s Church). With the annual meeting following that service at 11:00am and lunch provided.

The Hands of Grace food pantry is organizing another collection starting next Sunday. View the items they are in need of by visiting their webpage and downloading a list. Beginning next week we will be handing out bags for the food collection. You can also support the ministry by signing up to serve at one of their upcoming distribution days. Visit bethanycentral.org/handsofgrace.

There is an opportunity to be baptized at our upcoming Good Friday service. If you are interested in participating, email info@bethanycentral.org or call the church office. Connect with us to begin the process or to talk with someone from our ministry staff team with any questions or concerns you may have.

We are challenging ourselves as a church to hear 2,000 new stories this year and to help you do that we have 3 different resources to share with you. A weekly coaching tip series over 12 weeks, delivered by text or email, a podcast, and a special online class you can take from Spread Truth ministries. Go bethanycentral.org/knowtheirstory to sign up for the coaching, take the class, or listen to the podcast.

There is an opportunity to be baptized at our upcoming Good Friday service. If you are interested in participating, email info@bethanycentral.org or call the church office. Connect with us to begin the process or to talk with someone from our ministry staff team with any questions or concerns you may have.

We are challenging ourselves, as a church, to hear 2,000 new stories this year. To help you do that, we have 3 different resources to share with you. A 12-week evangelism coaching tip resource, a podcast, and a special online class you can take from Spread Truth Ministries. Go bethanycentral.org/knowtheirstory to sign up for the coaching, take the class, or listen to the podcast.

Night of Worship is happening this sunday! We are a singing church that loves to live out the Scripture of “singing songs and hymns and spiritual songs, making melody in your hearts to the Lord.” Come for time of extended worship with a popcorn bar for a time of fellowship afterward.

There is an opportunity to be baptized at our upcoming Good Friday service. If you are interested in participating, email info@bethanycentral.org or call the church office. Connect with us to begin the process or to talk with someone from our ministry staff team with any questions or concerns you may have.

We will have a normal service at 9:00 AM, followed by a special baptism service at 10:30 AM. Children’s Sunday School and Children’s Church will occur in the usual manner, but instead of our normal second service, we will spend this time celebrating as several individuals get baptized.

Night of Worship is happening next week! We are a singing church that loves to live out the Scripture of “singing songs and hymns and spiritual songs, making melody in your hearts to the Lord.” Come for time of extended worship with a dessert fellowship afterward.

The class meets in Rm 813 in the adult wing. This one-session class features videos & class discussion. You’ll learn more about Bethany and discover the importance of membership and joining your local church. Sign up by going to bethanycentral.org/membership.

We will have a normal service at 9:00 AM, followed by a special baptism service at 10:30 AM. Children’s Sunday School and Children’s Church will occur in the usual manner, but instead of our normal second service, we will spend this time celebrating as several individuals get baptized.

After second service. Anyone new to Bethany is invited to join. Meet Elders & Pastors, ask questions, and get to know us. Go to bethanycentral.org/lunch to register.

The class meets in Rm 813 in the adult wing. This one-session class features videos & class discussion. You’ll learn more about Bethany and discover the importance of membership and joining your local church. Sign up by going to bethanycentral.org/membership.

We continue our series called “Know Their Story,” focusing on how love listens. We are challenging ourselves as a church to hear 2,000 new stories this year. Our goal begins this Sunday. Go to bethanycentral.org/knowtheirstory to learn more!

Our next congregational meeting is Sunday January 26th at 3:00pm. This is a special time to hear how God is moving through the various ministries of our church. After the meeting, join us for a time of dessert and fellowship as we welcome our newest members.

We continue our series called “Know Their Story,” focusing on how love listens. Our goal for the year is to initiate conversations, listen to the stories of unsaved friends, neighbors, and family members, and then celebrate! We are challenging ourselves as a church to hear 2,000 new stories this year. Our goal will kick off on January 26th.

Next week we’ll come together for our Congregational Meeting. This is a special time to hear how God is moving through the various ministries of our church. Everyone is welcome to attend — whether you’re a member or not! After the meeting, join us for a time of dessert and fellowship as we welcome our newest members.

We continue our series called “Know Their Story,” focusing on how love listens. Our goal for the year is to initiate conversations, listen to the stories of unsaved friends, neighbors, and family members, and then celebrate! We are challenging ourselves as a church to hear 2,000 new stories this year, and the initiative will kick off on January 26th.

Our Children’s Ministry team is looking for volunteers to join Children’s Church, Buddy Teams, Awana, Nursery, and more! These are some of the ways we get the opportunity to disciple the next generation for Jesus. Go to bethanycentral.org/servekids for more information or email our Children’s Ministry Director at michellec@bethanycentral.org.

This week, Pastor Ritch will begin a new series called “Know Their Story,” focusing on how love listens. Our goal for the year is to initiate conversations, listen to the stories of unsaved friends, neighbors, and family members, and then celebrate! We are challenging ourselves to hear 2,000 new stories this year, and the initiative will kick off on January 26th.

Get a full list of 2025’s major events here at Bethany. This is a great way to look ahead for the year and save important dates in your calendar. Go to bethanycentral.org/cal to see the full list and save these important dates to your calendar. Once on the page click the “Subscribe to Calendar” button on this page to add these dates to your device’s calendar app.

The elders are collecting gifts to express our love and appreciation for our pastors & staff at this special time of year. Envelopes are available at the welcome tables or give by going to bethanycentral.org/staffgift.

At Bethany we love to use name badges to help people get to know us and make guests feel welcome. Please be sure to wear your nametag next week! If you’ve never had one or need a replacement please visit or contact the church office to have one made for you in preparation for name tag Sunday.