December 24, 2023
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Sunday Worship
Prelude: God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
Call to Worship
O Come All Ye Faithful
Welcome & Announcements
Parent Child Dedications
Bethany Family Prayer
Joy to the World
Sing We the Song of Emmanuel
Come Thou Long Expected Jesus
Sermon: Christmas’ Redemption
O Come O Come Emmanuel
Benediction
Weekly Schedule
View our calendar HERE for the weekly schedule.
Highlights
Staff & Pastors Christmas Gift
December 24th
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31st, 2023
The elders are collecting gifts to express our love and appreciation for our pastors & staff at this special time of year. You can give using envelopes available at the welcome tables or use the online form at bethanycentral.org/staffgift.
Christmas Eve Service Tonight
Sunday, December 24th, 4:00 pm
Join us this Sunday evening at 4pm, for our special Christmas Eve service. We’ll celebrate the birth of our Savior as Pastor Ritch continues the series, “Crowning Glory” with a message from Isaiah 9.
Combined Service Next Sunday
Sunday, December 31st, 10:00 am
Next week our Sunday Church Service will be a single combined service with no Sunday School or Children’s Church. Nursery is available for children ages 0-2. We’ll also be opening the cafe starting at 9:00am for fellowship and refreshment leading up to our service. Pastor Ritch will finish the series, “Crowning Glory” with a message from Isaiah 54 and 55.
Announcements
Bethany Family News
Our condolences to Bob & Julie Read on the loss of Bob’s father, Francis Read, on Sunday, December 17.
Our congratulations to Moriah & Michelle Crumrine on the birth of their daughter, Evangeline, on Monday, December 18th.
Holiday Office Hours
December 25th
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Jan 1st, 2024
The office and Church building (including all activities) will be closed Monday, December 25th, through Monday, January 1st. Please take note of these holiday hours in your planning.
Upcoming Baptism Opportunity
Sunday, January 14th, 12:00 am
There is an opportunity to be baptized at one of our upcoming services. 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 about Baptism.
Year End Giving
Sunday, December 31st
Thank you for faithfully giving to the Lord’s ministry here at Bethany. To have your gift posted in 2023, place your gift in the offering on Sunday, December 31st, or make sure your gift is postmarked or processed online by that date.
Wednesday Activities Holiday Schedule
All Wednesday activities are off next week (12/27). Awana will be off January 3rd but Youth group will have an off site event on January 3rd from 6-8pm at Elevate in Peoria for $12. View the Youth Ministry calendar for more info on the Elevate Relaunch Party.
All regular Wednesday activities (including Family Meal) will resume starting January 10th.
HEART Work Night
Monday, January 8th, 6:30 pm
The H.E.A.R.T ministry is hosting a work night to tie ribbons on “Safe in the Arms of Jesus” ornaments, fill Keepsake bags with items, and put items in stillbirth boxes. These resources will be given out through hospitals, doctor offices, pregnancy centers, and through individuals who know women and couples experiencing losses.
Temple Builders ABC: New Series
Sunday, January 7th
The Temple Builders Adult Bible Fellowship, that meets in room 807, will be starting a new series in the month of January. The series is titled, “Revelation for Beginners.”
No Pickleball Next Week
Thursday, December 28th
Please take note there will be no Pickleball next Thursday.
