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2020

Bethany Beacon

February

“For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him may not perish but may have eternal life. Indeed, God did not

send the Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him."

John 3:16-17

MISSIONS POSSIBLE 2020

Saturday, March 7th – Sunday, March 8th

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Inside this Issue

ASCEND………………………………………….10 & 11 Aging Wisely………………………………….....……..4 Bethany Memorial Garden…..…………..…….13 BNOW Meals ……………………………..………..….9 BNOW Classes………………………….….……….8, 9 Bridges…………………………………..………..………4 CDC………...……………..…………..……....……....13 Children’s Ministries……..………...………...…14 Cover Page ……. …………………...……..………….1 Happy Hearts …..….………....……..……....……..5 KidsCare………………………..……………….....……6 Last Supper….……………….……………..………..12 Memorials and Honorariums……..…………...5 Missions Possible………………………….………...2 Music Ministry……………....................…….. 15 Preaching Schedule…………………....….….…...3 Stephen Ministries……………............….…....11 Sympathies……………………....…..………..…...12 Submission for the March Issue is February 15. You may be early and not wait until the deadline to submit your news! Please email information to: ddominianni@bethany-umc.com Submissions received after the deadline of the 15th may be held for the following month. Editors reserve the right for submissions to be edited for clarity and space

Missions Possible Weekend 2020 - Saturday, March 7th – Sunday, March 8th

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8 – 8:30 am – Continental Breakfast & Launch Prayer 8:30 am – 1 pm – Volunteer Extravaganza

1 pm – Celebration Lunch and IJM Speaker

Sunday, March 8th

8:45 am – Combined Worship Service in the Sanctuary

Rev. Sandra Stevens-Poirel Preaching 9 – 11 am – Missions Fair in the Fellowship Hall

11:15 am – Missions Organizations will be introduced in Worship Rev. Dr. Sandra Stevens-Poirel Preaching

The 2020 projects included shrubbery clipping, singing, playing bingo, writing cards to prisoners, carpet cleaning, and light construction. For any site suggestions or questions contact Pastor Narcie Jeter for the

volunteer Extravaganza at njeter@bethany-umc.com or call 843-873-1230.

There will be sign ups on the Local Missions bulletin board outside of

the Fellowship Hall and also an electronic sign up on MyBethany.

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February Preaching Schedule *Subject to Change*

February 2nd - Communion in all services Spell—Rev. Jo Locklair 8:45—Word & Table - Rev. Narcie Jeter 8:45—Traditional - Rev. Mitch Houston 11:15— Traditional - Rev. Mitch Houston February 9th - Spell— Rev. Mark Barnes 8:45—Word & Table - Rev. Narcie Jeter - Communion 8:45—Traditional - Rev. Mitch Houston 11:15— Traditional - Rev. Mitch Houston February 16th - Spell— Rev. Mark Barnes 8:45—Word & Table - Rev. Narcie Jeter - Communion 8:45—Traditional - Rev. Mitch Houston 11:15— Traditional - Rev. Mitch Houston February 23rd - Spell—Rev. Mark Barnes 8:45—Word & Table - Rev. Narcie Jeter - Communion 8:45—Traditional— Rev. Mitch Houston 11:15—Traditional—Rev. Mitch Houston

February 26th – Ash Wednesday Services – 7 am by Rev. Narcie

Jeter and 6:15 pm in the Sanctuary March 4th – Lenten Worship – Rev. Laura Canine

March 11th – Lenten Worship – Rev. Victoria Richardson

March 18th – Lenten Worship – Rev. Daniel Griswold

March 25th – Lenten Worship – Rev. Steve Garner

April 1st – Lenten Worship –Rev. Robert Tolliver

Dinner starts at 5 and Worship at 6:15

Lenten Services

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Bridges Respite

Respite is for our families of children with special needs. This is a chance for the parents to have some time for themselves. We host these children and their siblings for a night of fun. They take place on the Fourth Friday of each month. If you would like more information about our Bridges Respite or would like to volunteer, please contact Jen-

nifer Horres at bridges@bethany-umc.com.

Aging Wisely: Navigating the Complicated

World of Senior Care

Dates: Feb. 5,12,19,26, April 22, 29, May 6 (May attend any or all.)

Jan. 8 Shelley All, Elder Law

Jan. 15 Leslie Burton, Home Health Care Jan 22 Don Bagwell, Lt. Governor’s Office on Aging Community Resources, Medicaid. Jan. 29 Sherry Tevis, Hospice of Charleston Feb. 5 Vincent Thurman, Social Worker Long-term care, VA Benefits Feb. 12 Naomi Sills, The Ark Feb. 19 Gillis McAllister, Stephen Ministries Feb. 26 Dr. Russ Blackwelder, Geriatric Physician

April 22 Eileyn Sobeck-Bador, The Village at Summerville (Having “The Talk” ) with your parents April 29 Libby Avant, Nurse (explaining independent, assisted living, skilled nursing care) May 6 Elizabeth King, The Village at Summerville Downsizing

Participants may attend all or some of the classes which interest them.

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Memorials and Honorariums In Memory of Margaret DuBose By Dominick & Joanne Pulice By George & Karen Howard By Sue Knight Sunday School By Marion & Sadie Thompson In Memory of Kevin Dubis By Marion & Sadie Thompson In Memory of Lynwood Locklair By Marion & Sadie Thompson In Memory of Albert E. Smith By Marion & Sadie Thompson By Mona Gilbert In Memory of Lloyd Ivey By Marion & Sadie Thompson By Mona Gilbert By Kent & Donna Brasher In Memory of Benneth Reeves By Marion & Sadie Thompson In Memory of Jim Wheeler By George & Phyllis Stall In Honor of Ted Varner & Family By Robert & Pamela Jenkins In Memory of Bill Hostetter By Ollie Lesch By Mark & Becky Fentress By Jim & Elise Muscott In Memory of Judy H. Garren By Ollie Lesch In Honor of Annette & Ray Goins By Mark & Becky Fentress In Honor of James Alewine By Mark & Becky Fentress In Memory of Caroline Husssey By Mona Gilbert In Memory of Bryan LeNoir By Mona Gilbert In Memory of Bennett Reeves By Mona Gilbert In Memory of Jayce Caldwell By Mona Gilbert In Memory of Anele Elizabeth Stasiukaitis By Mona Gilbert In Memory of James E. Wynn By Joyce Wynn Youth Foundation In Memory of Jane Odle By Ray & Annette Goins By Tony & Brenda Frye By James & Eva Natividad By Sue Knight Sunday School By John Carl Loughridge By Howard & Mary Bridgman By Berlin & Betsy Myers By Ted & Susan Beemer By David & Shirley LeBleu By Claire Palmer By Jack & Donna Mobley By Ollie Lesch By Elizabeth Williams By Marion & Sadie Thompson By Sharon & Yancey Green By June & Dough Seal By Bill & Mary Casassa By Geoffrey & Pamela Moore By Berlin Myers Lumber By Jim & Marcia McElheny By Roy & Glenn Stockman By Bob & Marti Johnson By Elvin & Cathy Wilber By Rina Price Wed. Night Quilters

By John & Ann Mirick By Mark & Becky Fentress By Kent & Donna Brasher In Memory of Robert L. Mobley By The Spiritual Growth SS Class Music Needs In Memory of Cecilia Nettleton By Annette & Ray Goins By Dave & Sandy Mills In Memory of Bill Hostetter By Robert & Mary Kay Wrenn In Memory of Margaret Dubose By Annette & Ray Goins By Bob & Marti Johnson Loving Hands In Memory of Margaret Dubose By Her Family Building Memorial In Memory of Coach John McKissick By Hal & Kathy Crosswell By Camille Daniel & Family By Virginia McIntosh By William & Allyson Duke By Greg & Jaye Elliott By Annette Meachum By Carl & Lois Fisher By Ollie Lesch By William E. Lovelace By Jack & Donna Mobley By Ben & Sylvia Godfrey By Roberta Jeffords By Safe Marketing LLC By Marsha Watford By James & Eileen Kilbreth By Marion & Sadie Thompson By Berlin & Betsy Myers By S. Kay Hargrove Winnett By Vicki York By Richard & Louise Call By L.C. & Rhonda Knight By Joseph & Jeffrey Sumrall By Harper Finucan & Cynthia Minard By Saundra Guerard By Dan & Bonnie Sweat By Wando High School By The Blanton Family By William & Kathryn Rodwell By Lou Ann Gee By Samuel T. McGill By Jim & Elise Muscott By Curtis & Donna Crowe By Buford & Rhea Boyd By Roger & Mary Edwards Endowment In Memory of Margaret Dubose By Liz Williams Handbells In Memory of Bob Lesch By Ollie Lesch These are all the memorials through December 31, 2019

Memorials and Honorariums

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The family of John McKissick expresses their heartfelt thank

you to everyone at Bethany who so thoughtfully gave their time and talents to ensure

that his memorial service on Monday, December 2nd, progressed smoothly. The words

spoken by both Pastor Mitch and Pastor Mark were caring and thoughtful and touched

our hearts in a very special way. Michael’s music was amazing, and the vocalists

reached out and touched our souls. Jack’s attention to detail made each transition flow

smoothly, and Lawrence and his group of ushers made sure that we were all well cared

for. Shirley’s “Helping Hands” group of ladies provided a wonderful meal for our family

and made sure that everyone had exactly what they needed. Danny worked hard to

make sure that we all were able to receive DVDs of the service to add to our

keepsakes. So many others behind the scenes were there to make sure that we all were

comfortable and had whatever we needed. The kindness of the hundreds of people

who visited and attended his service gave us the strength to withstand a very emotional

day. We have received so much from so many, and we cherish the love, support, and

prayers that will sustain us as we learn to adjust to our lives without our loved one’s

earthly presence. Thank you so much.

KidsCare News February is the “Love Month” around

KidsCare! We are learning Bible verses

that speak of love this month! We are

doing acts of kindness this month. If

you love with your “Jesus Heart” then

you love unconditionally. He loves us

and talks to his Father for us. There

was a popular song a few years ago

that painted the picture of getting to heaven and being met

at the gate by Jesus. He takes you to God and says, “Here

Father, please let this one in because he is with me!” Let us

pray that we can learn to love like Jesus! HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY and remember to love others with

your “Jesus heart.”

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Bethany Happy Hearts Bethany Happy Hearts Luncheon – Friday, February 28th

The next luncheon meeting of Bethany Happy Hearts will be on Friday, February 28th at 12:00 noon.

The guests will be The DUOvers make their home in Lexington, SC. Lead singer and guitarist, Van Bowers, grew up in Travelers Rest, SC and found a love for clas-sic country, rock, and bluegrass music at an early age. After receiving his first gui-tar as a present from his girlfriend and now wife, he taught himself to play and has followed his love (wife and guitar), ever since playing and singing with several lo-cal bands. Lead guitarist Lewis (Sharkey) Taylor started playing in Honky Tonks in and around his hometown of Augusta, Georgia at age 15. Lewis has been a “go to” guitarist over the years for several bands of different genres, and he spent several years out on the road as a touring musician. The latest member of the band is drummer Mike Danielsen (Mike is the Prevattes’ nephew-in-law). Mike is an expe-rienced drummer having played in several bands over the years. As a trained ge-ologist and drummer, Mike has naturally earned the name “Dr. Rock.” The DUOvers bring a fun filled show, covering classics from artists such as Johnny Cash, Way-lon Jennings, and Merle Haggard. If the crowd wants to rock, the DUOvers can bring that too, covering classics from artists such as Chuck Berry, Elvis, Stevie Ray Vaughan, The Rolling Stones, and many more.

Bethany Happy Hearts Luncheon is always open to all Bethany Members and their guests who would like to attend, but reservations are required. Both members and guests must call Linda Field at 843-832-9925 or email her at fieldmw@hotmail.com to make reservations by Sunday, February 23rd.

Our menu for the February meeting includes ham with ccallop otatoes, steamed carrots with a ginger garlic butter, salad bar, frog eye salad for dessert, roll w/butter, and tea/water, with lemon. The cost of the meal is $8 per person.

Bethany Happy Hearts Games Day – Friday, February 14th

“Bethany Happy Hearts Games Day” has been a success. We meet on the 2nd Friday of each month at the church in Room 118 from 11:30 a.m. until …. Bring a lunch and beverage, so we can eat together before we begin playing games. We play several different games “Hand and Foot”, “RummyCube”, “Mexican Train”, “Pegs and Jok-ers”, “Skip-Bo”, and we have other games available, but if you have a special game you would like to play, bring it with you. Don’t worry if you don’t know how to play these games, someone will teach you. The object is to have fun. Everyone that en-joys playing card or board games is welcome to join us. If you have questions, call Bob or Bethann Erwin at 843-291-2892, or email at erwbare@yahoo.com. Come join the fun.

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NOW Adult Classes for Winter/Spring 2020

All Classes for NOW will meet on Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26 Apr.22, 29, May 6

March 4,11,18,25, Apr.1 Lenten Services will be held instead of classes for adults.

Children’s classes will still be held.

The Beatitudes David Powell Room 237 This study is based on and supported by various scripture both in the New testament and

the Old Testament It's important to understand just what being "blessed" means in our

relationship with God. Without that understanding the Beatitudes lack true meaning and

understanding.

Disciple II – Into the Word, Into the World Marc Jacques Room 238 This is a condensed version of the 36-week Disciple II Bible Study. Genesis and Exodus

were studied in depth during the 12 weeks in the Fall. Luke and Acts will be studied in

depth during the 12 weeks in the Spring. Participants will purchase their study books and

use their own Bibles. This is perfect for those who wish to study these books more

deeply. Even if you did not attend in the Fall, you may still join in the Spring.

Financial Peace Narcie Jeter Room 239 This tried and true financial planning program will help you get out of debt and help you

avoid getting into debt! Based on Biblical principles, you will learn to take control of your

spending and eliminate money-related worries in your life. Planning for the future and

paying off the past will help you live at peace with your financial status.

Line Dancing Peggy and JC Ridgeway Back of Fellowship Hall This class is fun and great exercise! Peggy and JC are excellent teachers who love to

dance and know plenty of different dances. You will learn new dances and enjoy the ones

you have learned previously.

Plarning/Up-Cycling Clara Stonner Room 122 The Up-Cycling ministry crochets sleeping mats for homeless Veterans. Ordinary recycled plastic grocery bags are cut into loops to make plastic yarn {PLARN} that is used to crochet the mats. Crochet tote bags will also be made using PLARN. Come join in and learn how to do this.

Aging Wisely: Navigating the complicated world of Senior Care

Various Speakers Room 240 If you are a care-giver or anticipate becoming one at some time for a parent or spouse,

this information will be extremely valuable. Topics to be covered include: Elder Law,

Home Health Care, Stages of aging to include independent living, assisted living and

skilled nursing care, Hospice, Social Workers, VA Assistance, The Ark, Stephen

Ministries, and Geriatric Medicine, Downsizing and talking to your parents. See separate

list of speakers. Come to all or some of the classes that interest you.

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Feb. 5th Searchers Hosting

Meatloaf, Gravy with Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Southern Style Green Beans

Rolls, Butter & Salad Bar

Children’s Menu Served

Feb. 12th Christian Family & Sue Knight Hosting

Braised Pork Shoulder

Pineapple Sesame Broccoli Served over a bed of

Rice

Rolls, Butter & Salad Bar

Children’s Menu Served

Feb. 19th Sam Woods Hosting

Chicken Cordon Bleu Bake

Lemon Orzo with Parmesan & Peas

Rolls, Butter & Salad Bar

Children’s Menu Served

Feb. 26th Spiritual Growth Hosting

Ham with Scallop Potatoes

Steamed Carrots with Garlic Ginger Butter

Rolls, Butter & Salad Bar

Children’s Menu Served

BNOW MEALS February

Children’s Activities for BNOW

Wednesday Night 6:00 – 6:45 6:45 – 7:30

Birth – 3 years Nursery Nursery

(turn 3 after Sept. 1)

Ages 3 & 4 Cherub Choir Sprouts – Growing in Faith

(Must be 3 by Sept. 1)

Kindergarten – 2nd grade Melody Choir Crafting Faith

Or Homework Hotspot

3rd – 5th grades Crafting Faith Wesley Choir

Or Homework Hotspot

Preschool Options Cherub Choir Friendship Circle Room Choir for children 3 years old through pre-K 5 year olds. They learn basic Bible songs while incorporating movement. The

Cherub choir sings at both the Word & Table and traditional 8:45 services on a regular basis.

Sprouts – Growing in Faith Room 110 Bible story time for children 3 years through pre-K 5 year olds. They hear basic Bible stories combined with playtime.

Elementary Options Melody Choir Sanctuary Choir for Kindergartners through 2nd graders. This group learns songs to enhance their faith. The Melody Choir sings at both

the Word & Table and traditional services on a regular basis.

Wesley Choir Sanctuary Choir for 3rd – 5th graders. This group learns more advanced songs of the Christian faith. The Wesley Choir sings at both the

Word & Table and traditional services on a regular basis.

Homework Hotspot Room 127 An alternative to choir and a place for kids to catch up on homework. There will be a volunteer in the room.

Crafting Faith Room 121 (Art Room) A brief Bible study with an Arts & Crafts component.

Please make sure to pick up children NO LATER THAN 7:30 pm each week.

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Confirmation Dates Confirmation 2020 will have parent meeting on February 16th. We will be meeting during the Sun-day School hour starting at 10 am. The schedule is below. Confirmation is traditionally for cur-rent 7th graders or other students who have not been confirmed. All ages are welcome! Confirma-tion teaches basic Christian principles and theology to give students a robust framework to ar-ticulate their faith for themselves. Confirmation class will consist of multiple activities that will give students a chance to engage in a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. Please sign up to reserve your spot in Confirmation 2020. February 16th – Parents Meeting

February 23rd – Our Journey and Our Life Together – Worship

March 1st – Our Life Together – Holy Communion and Baptism

March 8th – Our Life Together – Mission – Missions Possible Mission Fair

March 15th – Our Beliefs – Experiencing God and the Bible

March 22nd – Our Beliefs – The Trinity and Prayer

March 29th – Our Theology – The Imago Dei/Sin and Grace

April 5th – Palm Sunday/Flowertown Festival – No Confirmation Class

April 12th – Easter – No Confirmation Class

April 19th – Our Theology – Salvation, the Holy Spirit, the Creeds

April 26th – Our Faith and Calling – A Faith to Decide and to Confirm

May 1st – 3rd – Confirmation Retreat at Lake Junaluska, NC (https://www.fcfconfirm.net/home.html)

May 10th – Mother’s Day – No Confirmation Class

May 17th – Confirmation Vows

May 24th – Memorial Day – No Confirmation Class

May 31st – Confirmation Sunday – Pentecost

Narcie and Mike Jeter will be teaching Confirmation and for anyone who has questions please con-tact Mike by calling 843-873-1230 or emailing mjeter@bethany-umc.com.

Altar Flowers are a great way to honor or remember a loved one. Over the next few months we have a number of

open Sundays available. Please consider signing up.

Open dates… Feb. 2, 9, 16

Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 – Lent – Greens only April 5, 12, 19, 26

Please contact Donna Crowe at 843.873.1230 or e-mail: dcrowe@bethany-umc.com.

Also, there are still plenty of dates for the remainder of the year.

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January 19 - ASCEND

January 24-26 REVOLUTION

January 26 - No Ascend

January 31 - Overcomer Movie

February 2 - ASCEND Super Bowl Party

February 9 - ASCEND - New Romantics

February16 - ASCEND—New Romantics

February 22 - Stingrays Hockey Game

February 23 - ASCEND - New Romantics

February 28-29 - LOCK-IN @Bethany

March 1 - ASCEND

March 7 - Mission Possible

March 15 - ASCEND

March 21 - Walk for Water & TBA Event

March 22 - ASCEND

March 29 - ASCEND

April 3 - 5 FLOWERTOWN PARKING

April 2 - ASCEND

April 12 - Happy Easter, No Ascend

April 19 - ASCEND

April 26 - ASCEND

May 1-3 - Confirmation Retreat

May 3 - ASCEND

May 8-9 - Mystery Overnight Event

May 10 - Mothers’ Day, NO Ascend

May 15 - Riverdogs Baseball Game

May 17 - GRADUATE CELEBRATION,

Last Ascend of Semester

ASCEND Calendar Winter/Spring 2020

We will also have our regular Wednesday night Boys/Girls Bible Study during BNOW, Friday morning breakfast at Adair Roark’s house, and surprise meals at various spots. Let’s make this a great semester!

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We would like to extend our Christian

sympathy to the family and friends of

Elizabeth “Beth” Holler. Beth entered

Into eternal rest on January 4, 2020. We would like to extend our Christian

sympathy to the family and friends of

Harold Robinson Jr., 85, of Summerville,

SC, entered into eternal rest Friday,

December 27, 2019.

The Last Supper The living dramatization of Leonardo Da Vinci’s The Last Supper

Thursday, April 9 and Friday, April 10. A nursery will be available for children four and under.

Tickets are free and will be available starting March 15th at Sunday morning services, Wednesday nights during BNOW, or you can

email Emily Vick at evick@bethany-umc.com

Greeters Needed Greeters are needed for 8:45 and 11:15 traditional services, please contact Ann Gill at agill@bethany-umc.com. Approximately 4 couples are needed. It is a 6 week rotation schedule.

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News from The CDC Registration for the 2020-2021 school year is almost complete. If you are still interested in having your child attend next fall, but have not yet registered, please call us at 843-821-1946 or email venglert@bethany-umc.com to find out what may still be available. February is a perfect opportunity to talk about love and friendship and, of course, about God’s great love for us. It will be a great time to discuss how we can show our love by caring for others. February also brings Valentine’s Day. We’ll celebrate love and friendship with the exchange of valentines. Our children in the 3’s and 4’s classes will be visiting the Fire Station this month. Touring the station and seeing the fire engines is always great fun! You are always welcome to join us for our Chapel on February 10th and 11th at 9:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary or visit any morning between 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. We’d love to show you what we do!

Last The Bethany Memorial Garden is a beautiful and dignified space where the cremated remains of the faithful will be kept and where the living can gather to remember their loved ones and offer quiet worship to God.

Sales for niches are ongoing. Pricing will begin at the regular price on March 1. A niche for one person will be $1700 and for two people will be $2700. The 10% discount will remain in place until the end of February. If you would like more information on the Bethany Memorial Garden, please contact Emily Vick at ext. 13 or email: evick@bethany-umc.com.

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Children’s Ministries Souper Bowl of Caring – February 2nd Children’s Ministry will be participating in the Souper Bowl of Caring on Sunday, February 2. This

is a big day for football fans, and our children are taking this day to make a difference. They will

be outside at the end of each worship service with large soup pots for you to drop your change in.

All money collected will be donated to the Gregg Middle School Food Pantry which partners with

both Summerville High School and Ashley Ridge Food Pantries.

Sunday, February 9th Kids Sunday in Word and Table and Sunday School Game Day!

On Sunday, February 9th, we will have a special day to celebrate kids in the Word and Table Ser-

vice. This service will be a fun way to celebrate kids all while worshiping together. Kids will be

helping with ushering and communion, and all of the childrens choirs will sing. Plan to join us for

this special day.

During the Sunday school hour, the Middle School Girls Sunday school class will host a fun game

day for our kids. All children Kindergarten through fifth grades will meet in the gym for an hour of

fun and fellowship. The kids will rotate through the game stations, and get to play a variety of

games. The Middle School Girls Sunday school will also host game day for the preschoolers. Pre-

schoolers should sign-in in their regular classrooms. All other kids will sign-in in the gym. This

will be a fun and action-packed day for our kids, be sure to wear comfortable clothes and sneak-

ers.

Vacation Bible School 2020: Knights of North Castle Mark your calendars for June 15-19! Kids will go on a quest for the King’s Armor! They will be in

search of the King’s Armor, but the Armor is not what they think it is. Beginning in assembly – a

castle in a frozen land - they will learn how to be strong in the Lord and in the strength of God’s

Power. They’ll become Knights on a journey to find the Belt of Truth, the Breastplate of Justice,

the Shoes of Peace, the Shield of Faith and the Helmet of Salvation!

VBS is for children who have completed 3K to 6th grade. Teen helpers are teens that have

completed 7th grade and up. Registration will open March 1st for Bethany families only. On March 15th, registration will open

to the public. Register early as we fill up fast! The $15.00 per participant collected will go to help

offset the cost of a program of this size and scope.

If you would like to volunteer during this fun-filled week, please let us know. We need over 150

volunteers to make the week a success. We need classroom leaders, special area helpers, decora-

tors and folks to help prep materials ahead of time.

For more information about Vacation Bible School, contact the Children’s Ministries department at 873-1230 or evick@bethany-umc.com or smitchum@bethany-umc.com.

Save The Date! Easter Egg Hunt – April 11th 10am sharp

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Music Ministries

February 2 Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany 8:45 and 11:15 Sanctuary Prelude: Michael Lopez, organ, “Prelude”, Friedrich Reissiger Offertory: Women’s Ensemble, “Beautiful Savior” arr. Tom Fettke Anthem: Chancel Choir “How Lovely Is Thy Dwelling Place” from Ein Deutsches Req-uiem, Johannes Brahms Postlude: Michael Lopez, organ, “Fanfare”, Jâcques Lemmens February 9 Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany 8:45 AM Word and Table Call to Worship: Cherubs and Melody Choir, “O Be Careful Little Eyes” Offertory: Melody and Wesley Choirs, “The Good Lord Made It All”, John Carter 8:45 and 11:15 AM Sanctuary Prelude: Michael Lopez, organ, “Sortie”, Clément Loret Offertory: Michael Lopez, organ, TBA 8:45 AM Anthem: Men’s Ensemble, “Sweet Rivers”, Reginald Unterseher 11:15 AM Anthem: Chancel Choir, “The Gift to be Simple”, arr. Bob Chilcott Postlude: Michael Lopez, organ, “Fanfare and Postlude”, Janet Correll February 16 Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany Spell Chapel 8:00 AM Offertory: Spell Chapel Ensemble, “Wings of Love”, Patty Drennan Sanctuary 8:45 AM and 11:15 AM Prelude: Michael Lopez, organ, “Voluntary”, George Berg Offertory: Chancel Bells, “Te Deum Laudamus” (We Praise Thee O God), H. Dean Wag-ner 8:45 Anthem: Chamber Singers “O Sing Joyfully”, Adrian Batten 11:15 Anthem: Chancel Choir “Sing Unto God”, from Judas Maccabeus, George F. Handel Postlude: Michael Lopez, organ, “Fugue in D major”, George Berg

February 23 Seventh Sunday after the Epiphany Prelude: Michael Lopez, organ, “Prelude”, Henry Smart 8:45 AM Offertory: Youth Instrumental Ensemble, TBD 11:15 AM Offertory: “Day by Day” (in the style of Frederic Chopin), arr. Craig Court-ney 8:45 AM Anthem: Youth Choir, TBD 11:15 AM Anthem: Chancel Choir, “Music of Living”, Dan Forrest Postlude: Michael Lopez, organ, “Voluntary”, Matthias Hawdon February 26 Ash Wednesday 6:15 PM Sanctuary Anthem: “Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God”, Carl F. Mueller

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