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Weekly Bulletin
March 24, 2024
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Sunday Worship
Prelude: Hosanna (Praise is Rising)
Call to Worship
Christ our Hope in Life and Death
Welcome & Announcements
Bethany Family Prayer
Jesus Firm Foundation
He is Worthy
Unto Him (Jude 24-25)
Sermon: Know the Danger
I Set My Hope
Benediction
Weekly Schedule
View our calendar HERE for the weekly schedule.
Highlights
Easter & Good Friday Services
Friday March 29th, 6:30 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 nursery or childcare provided).
Sunday March 31st, 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.
Adoption Care Ministry Info Lunch
Sunday, April 14, 12:00 pm
Our Adoption Care Ministry (Open Hearts, Open Homes) is a team of experienced individuals in foster care and adoptions. They work to provide support for placements, equipping for those involved, financial resources, and a support network within the Bethany church family.
They have an upcoming informational lunch for those interested in fostering and adoption as well as those who want to support & champion the ministry. You’ll be able to hear testimonies, ask questions, and meet the team. Go to BethanyCentral.org/ohoh to RSVP or get more information.
Budget Q&A Meeting
Sunday, April 07, 1:30 pm
The proposed 2024 budget is now posted on the wall in the office for you to review. 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.
Announcements
Name Tag Sunday
Sunday, April 07
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 name tag that 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.
No Wednesday Activities This Week
Wednesday, March 27
There are no Wednesday night activities this week (Wednesday, March 27th) due to spring break. All normal activities (family meal, Awana, and Youth Group) will resume starting next week (Wednesday, April 3rd).
Prayer Team: Info Lunch and Meeting
April 14th, After Second Service | Senior High Room
The prayer ministry team has a ministry lunch meeting for our prayer station volunteers after the second service in the Senior High room. Anyone who is interested in joining the prayer team is invited to join them for this lunch. RSVP to Josh Moon at JMoon-Elder@bethanycentral.org.
Jerelyn Skaggs Baby Shower
Saturday, March 30, 10:00 am
The ladies of the church are invited to a baby shower for Jack and Jerelyn as they are expecting a baby in May. Go to bethanycentral.org/08zt to see Jerelyn’s registry.
Bethany Open House
Tuesday, April 2, 9:00 - 11:30 am
We are hosting an open house to showcase the recent changes that have been made to our building. Coffee and snacks will be provided.
Grace Baptist Church Holy Week
Thursday, March 28, 6:00 pm
Pastor Ritch is guest-speaking for Grace Baptist Church’s Holy Week celebration. Anyone from Bethany is invited to attend Grace Baptist to hear Pastor Ritch speak.
Best Lunch and Learn
Monday, April 08, 11:00 am
The Boomers Engaged in Serving and Sharing Together is hosting a lunch that will take place in the High School Room. Catharine Coon from Hope Alive ministry will be with us to share about her ministry. Use your myBethany to RSVP or call the church office.
Discussion Questions
Icebreaker Question
What are some scams you have heard about?
Discussion Questions
Why did and why does God allow fake prophets and false teachers?
What do false teachers do? How does one recognize a false teacher? What does God allow false teachers to accomplish?
What is the end of false teachers? In what sense can condemnation be past, present, and yet still future?
Application Questions
What are some false teachers you’ve encountered in life and where?
What habits do you have to reinforce healthy levels of discernment in your life?
If false teaching and unbiblical thinking were to creep into your life, what avenues might they most likely come through (relationships, media, environments, etc.)?
