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Weekly Bulletin
March 16, 2025
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Sunday Worship
Christ is Risen He is Risen Indeed
Call to Worship
Bless the Lord O My Soul (Psalm 103)
Welcome & Announcements
Communion Invitation & Scripture Reading
Christus Victor (Amen)
The Lord is My Salvation
Sermon: God’s Servant Calls
Savior Like a Shepherd Lead Us
Benediction
Weekly Schedule
View our calendar HERE for the weekly schedule.
Highlights
Annual Meeting & Single Service
Sunday, April 06
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.
Food Drive Starting Next Week
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.
February Financial Update
In an effort to keep you up to date on the status of our finances, here are the financial numbers from the previous month:
| Giving | Expenses | Budget |
| $158,277 | $203,989 | $261,645 |
| YTD Giving | YTD Expense | YTD Budget |
| $2,385,943 | $2,351,809 | $2,616,449 |
Announcements
Bethany Family News
Our congratulations to Monish & Hannah Jayselan on the birth of their daughter, Winslowe Pooja, on Thursday, March 6th.
Our congratulations to Zach & Madisen Pratt on the birth of their daughter, Anastasia, on Friday, March 7th.
Upcoming Membership Vote
We are excited to be voting new members into Bethany in two weeks. Watch next week’s bulletin for details on whom you can be encouraging and welcoming into our church family.
Budget Q&A Meeting
Sunday, March 30, 10:30 am
The proposed 2025 budget will be posted on the wall in the office for you to review starting next week. The Budget Q&A meeting is the key place to ask questions and get clarity as we look towards the vote at the upcoming annual meeting. If you have questions or need clarity please plan to attend.
Evangelism Seminar
Saturday, March 22nd from 9:00am-11:30am
Join us for an inspiring Evangelism Seminar with Don and Jodi Green, where you’ll gain practical tools and encouragement to share the gospel with those around you. This session will focus on relational evangelism, helping you take the next step in reaching friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Childcare is provided. Enjoy coffee and light refreshments as we learn together and grow in our mission to Know Their Story. Go to bethanycentral.org/evangel to register.
BEST Lunch and Learn
Monday, March 17, 11:00 am
Join BEST (Boomers Engaged in Serving and Sharing Together) for a Lunch and Learn with David Priddy, Ph.D., on “The Aging Brain Part 2: Maintaining Our Memory.” With 30 years of experience in geriatric brain health, David’s last talk was a hit—don’t miss this chance to learn and discuss! RSVP via myBethany or call the church office.
Ladies Bible Overview
Tuesdays April 8-May 13, 9:30-11 AM
Join Jen Weers in a 6-week Bible Overview class on Tuesdays at Bethany. This class is for anyone who is new to studying the Bible, wants a broader picture of the whole Bible, or wants a refresher on all God’s Word offers us and provides a foundation for more in-depth study. Everyone is welcome so be sure to tell your friends! To register, visit bethanycentral.org/overview, call the church office, or email abby@bethanycentral.org.
Wedding Shower for Adelyn Koehler
Thursday, March 20, 7:00 pm
All ladies are invited to join us in the Bethany Café to celebrate Adelyn Koehler’s marriage to David Burnham on May 25th. Adelyn is registered at Amazon, Crate & Barrel, and Target.
Discussion Questions
Icebreaker: If you could join one team (real or fictional) what would it be and why? (example, the Avengers, the Fellowship of the Ring, a sports team, music ensemble, etc). Bonus points if you describe what your role would be.
Discussion 1: What can we learn from the list of Jesus’s apostles? What are the similarities and differences between each man? What do you think were Jesus’s criteria for selection?
Application 1: Read Luke 14:26-30. What does this passage teach us about our commitment to following Jesus? What does Jesus require of those who would follow Him? What did the disciples leave behind to follow Jesus?
Discussion 2: The scribes accuse Jesus of casting out demons by the power of Satan. Why did the Pharisees accuse Jesus of casting out demons in the name of Satan? How does Jesus’s logic reveal their true motives?
Application 2: Jesus faced opposition from those in power who were often jealous of His ministry and influence. How can we respond to opposition in humble and loving ways?
Discussion 3: When Jesus says, “Whoever does the will of God is my brother and sister and mother,” He redefines family in spiritual terms. How does this redefine family for us as Christians? How did His statement challenge the culture of His time and our time? What makes His statement so radical? Why did His earthly family think He was “out of his mind” (v21)?
Application 3: Jesus emphasized that those who do God’s will are a new family. In what ways can you strengthen your connection with other believers and cultivate a deeper sense of belonging in God’s new family?
