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Weekly Bulletin
February 25, 2024
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Sunday Worship
Prelude: The Glories of Calvary
Call to Worship
I Stand Amazed (How Marvelous)
Welcome & Announcements
Prayer - 1st Service
Baptisms - 2nd Service
Lovingkindness
Jesus Firm Foundation
I Set My Hope
Sermon: Know the Effort
Take My Life and Let It Be
Benediction
Weekly Schedule
View our calendar HERE for the weekly schedule.
Highlights
Night of Worship
This Sunday at 6:00pm
Our next Night of Worship is happening this Sunday. 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.
Baptism Opportunity
Friday, March 29
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. Go to bethanycentral.org/baptism to get more info.
Can-a-thon Starts Next Week
March 10
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The Peoria Area Anti-Hunger Coalition will kick off its annual Can-a-thon next week! This year, they are working to support the Hands of Grace ministry in partnership with Bethany and Grace Baptist Church. Next Sunday, bags will be distributed for you to collect and contribute your canned goods. The collection will run for the following two Sundays, so there’s plenty of time to participate and support the work.
Announcements
Bethany Family News
Our congratulations to Greg & Maddie Urbanc on the birth of their daughter Elliana Renee on Friday, February 16th.
Baptism
The following people will follow the Lord in Believer’s baptism during this morning’s 10:30 am service today:
- Jack Skaggs
- Caleb Ham
- Alivia Ham
- Joseph Jast
Easter Devotional
This year’s Easter devotional is available in the foyer. From author Tim Chester, Forgiven is a collection of resurrection meditations from the book of Hebrews helping readers fix their eyes on Jesus.
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.
Youth Group Summer Camp
June 22-26 | $390 Per Student
Registration is now open for High School Summer Camp 2023! Students entering 9th grade through graduated seniors are welcome to join us for Ascend Camp. You can register online by going to bethanycentral.org/ascend. Registration closes March 27th.
HEART Work Night
Monday, March 04, 6:00 pm
H.E.A.R.T. (Helping Empty Arms Recover Together) is a ministry at Bethany that seeks to provide support to women and couples who are grieving the loss of a baby. Join HEART for a work night to tie ribbons on ornaments, fill Keepsake bags, and put items in stillbirth boxes. No skills are required! These resources are given out through hospitals, doctor offices, pregnancy centers, and more.
Discussion Questions
Icebreaker:
If people had to use three words to describe you when you were in high school, what might they be?
Discussion Questions:
What does it mean to ‘supplement’ your faith and what is the reason Peter gives for doing so?
What might ‘every effort’ include?
When are you most tempted to lessen the efforts you make in following Jesus?
Application Questions:
What kind of season are you in currently in your effort to follow Jesus: stagnant, increasing, or decreasing, and why?
Which of the qualities Peter lists stands out as one for you to work on most?
