Weekly Bulletin

February 11, 2024

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Sunday Worship

Prelude: God is for Us
Call to Worship
The Solid Rock
Rejoice
Welcome & Announcements
Child Dedication
Bethany Family Prayer
Yet Not I But Christ in Me
Behold Our God
Holy Spirit
Benediction

Weekly Schedule

View our calendar HERE for the weekly schedule.
Highlights
New Series Notebooks

To accompany our new series on the book of 2 Peter we’ve created a special notebook for you. The notebook includes 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/seriesguide.

Membership Class
Sunday, February 18, 9:00 am

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

Night of Worship
Sunday, February 25, 6:00 pm

Our next night of Worship is happening in just two weeks! As a church we embrace the biblical encouragement to sing songs, hymns, and spiritual songs, using music as a means to praise the Lord. Join us for an extended time of worship, followed by a dessert fellowship where we can share in the joy of community.

Announcements

Gospel Institute: God's Plan for the Prophetic Future
Monday Evenings 6-8pm, March 4-25 ($27) | 4 Weeks

Pastor Ritch is teaching a Gospel Institute class starting in the month of March on the study of future events. The class is 4 weeks long on Monday evenings from 6-8pm. The class has required materials which cost $27,  includes homework, and has optional reading. Sign up for the class using your myBethany or by going to bethanybentral.org/gi.

New Equipping Class: Praying the Bible
Sundays 10:30 am Service Hour, March 3-24 | 4 Weeks

Learn how to foster a greater understanding and practice of prayer rooted in praying the Scriptures. This equipping class will take place in room 805/806 during the 10:30 am service hour. Through this journey, the goal is to draw closer to God, nurturing an intimate relationship through prayer. The size is capped at 50 so register before the class fills up. Go to bethanycentral.org/praying to register for the class.

Global Outreach Trip Nigeria 2024
Trip Details: April 26th - May 5th ($3225)

The Global Outreach team is organizing a trip to Africa in order to learn about the life and ministry of one of our sent partners. We will spend quality time with Rachel Ellison, encourage her, and meet her co-workers and fellow church members. The goal is to return better equipped to spread the vision of what God is doing in Nigeria. If you are interested in this trip go to bethanycentral.org/nigeria2024.

BEST Lunch & Learn
Monday, February 19, 11:00 am

The Boomers Engaged in Serving and Sharing Together is hosting a lunch that will take place in the High School Room. Our Outreach Minister Jimmy Houck will be giving a presentation about the Global Outreach efforts here at Bethany. RSVP using your myBethany.

HEART Ministry Work Night
Monday, February 12, 6:30 pm

H.E.A.R.T. is a ministry at Bethany which seeks to provide support to women and couples who are grieving the loss of a baby at any stage of life. Join them for a work night; no skills are needed. Tie ribbons on ornaments, fill Keepsake bags, and put items in stillbirth boxes. These resources are given out through hospitals, doctor offices, pregnancy centers, and more.

Discussion Questions

Icebreaker:
What unique role did you have in your family growing up? (For example: oldest, baby, funny person, organizer, peacemaker)

Discussion Questions:
What Biblical background does God give us about Peter to help inform the way we read his letters?

In what sense does someone ‘obtain’ a faith?

What comes to mind when you think about ‘knowing’ God?

Application Questions:
How has God shaped you to uniquely serve Him in your life?

What would it look like for you to live in deeper unity with others as you follow Jesus together?

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