Notes on the Word
Life in a world mired in revenge. 1 Peter 3:8-11
Life in a world marked by suffering. 1 Peter 4:12-14
Life in a world marred by real evil. 1 Peter 5:8-11
Bethany Town Gatherings—An updated list can be found at the Welcome Center.
Bethany Small Groups—Beginning in September, there will be many Small Group options to explore. Many of these groups will be part of the fall series, Community Bible Experience. We also have groups for men, women and recovery groups. Contact JT for more information.
Confirmation begins in September, and is open to all 7th and 8th grade students, or older students who have not completed the program. It is a focused time of discipleship, fellowship, and training in Bible and theology. If your child is interested, contact Steve at . We begin with Parent-Student Orientation Night on Sept 7 at 7pm, and meet Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm throughout the school year.
Believers Christian Outreach is asking Bethany to provide a bounce house and man it for their outreach event on Saturday, September 9. To help, please contact or Graham Woerner ()
Birthday Lunch—Wednesday, September 14, 11:30 am at Shorty’s in Bedford. All women are invited to celebrate those with birthdays in September. Come whether it’s your birthday or not! We order off the menu and each pay for our own lunch. RSVP to Victoria ()
Financial Update
Monthly Giving for July 2016 $84,793
Monthly Budget for July 2016$89,678
YTD Giving July 2016 - June 2017$84,793
YTD Budget July 2016 - June 2017$89,678
Prayer Requests:
- Dick Hodgkinson, home from the hospital and undergoing chemo treatments.
- Jeanne Woodberry, recuperating at home.
- Bob Sundeen, at Villa Crest.
- Dick Gray, recovering at home.
- Currently serving with the Armed Forces: Kyle Walker, Jeremy Furusho, Matthew Moher, George Munson, and Justin Green.
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Welcome to
Bethany Covenant Church
August 28, 2016
15THSUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
August 28, 2016 9:00 AM
Prelude Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow arr. Whitworth
Welcome
Call to Worship
Hymn of Praise
O Worship the King, All Glorious Above Hymn #23
Invocation and Lord’s Prayer (debts)
Passing of the Peace
News of the Church
Service of Baptism
Children’s Message
Special Music
Scripture Reading
1 Peter 3:8-11
Preparing to Hear the Word
How Great is Our God
Message Pastor Joel Kruggel
“Peter’s Principles: II”
Hymn of Response
Savior, Like a Shepherd Lead Us Hymn #407
Offering and Doxology
Hymn of Response
Aaron’s Blessing
Benediction
Postlude My Lord, What a Morning! arr. Hancock
Prayer teams are available to pray with you after each service at the entrance to the Prayer Room this morning.
The flowers this morning are given to the glory of God from JT Shupe “to my bride, friend and my wife who continues to teach me about love. 16 wonderful years and counting!”
15TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
August 28, 2016 10:30 AM
Welcome
Songs of Praise All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name
Great Are You, Lord
Meet and Greet
Service of Baptisms
Children’s Message
News of the Church
Preparing for the Word How Great is Our God
Scripture Reading1 Peter 3:8-11
Message Pastor Joel Kruggel
“Peter’s Principles: II”
Song of Response Lord, I Need You
Offering
Song of Sending I Will Follow
Benediction
This morning we celebrate the following Baptisms:
(9:00)Ezekiel Jonas Weber, son of Nathan and Hannah Weber
Sponsors are Chris and Tanya Moesel
(10:30)Logan Xavier Forcier, son of Amy Forcier
Godparents are Brian and Kierstead Grondin
Naomi Mattie French, daughter of Lee and Ingrid French
Godfather is Jack Berberian, and Godmother is Lis Freeman Hood
New to Bethany?
We have two weekly services:
9:00 am (Hymns, Praise Songs, Choir, Children’s Message)
10:30 am (Worship Band, Children’s Message)
For Children:
Infants and Toddlers in our nursery downstairs
Kid’s Quest (preschool through 4th grade):
At both services, children begin in the service then are dismissed to Fellowship Hall following the Children’s Message.
For Students:
Surge (middle school – 7th and 8th graders, Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 pm)
Highlight (high school – 9th through 12th graders, Sundays 6-8 pm)
Bethany Town Gatherings
This fall we will have various Town Gatherings for Bethany family and friends to connect to God and one another. These will foster community where people live. If you live in or near one of these towns, let us know that you are coming. All are welcome. Each host has more details, directions and what to bring.
Amherst – Sunday, September 11 at the Kurtz’, 4 to 6pm.
45 The Flume, Amherst.
Questions and/or to RSVP or 554-8918.
Bedford:
- Sunday, August 28 at the Shupe’s, 12:30 to 2 pm.
112 Birkdale Road, Bedford.
Questions and/or to RSVP , 472-5545x7002 or 488-5781.
- Sunday, September 11 at the Wallace’s, 6:00 to 7:30 pm.
15 Trellis Way, Bedford.
Questions and/or to RSVP , 488-1222.
- Sunday, September 18 at the Kruggel’s, 6:00 to 7:30 pm.
95 Gage Girls Road, Bedford.
Questions and/or RSVP to , 472-5545x7001 or 785-7868.
Goffstown – Sunday, September 18 at the Schilling’s, 6:30 to 8 pm.
64 Worthley Hill Road, Goffstown.
Questions and/or to RSVP or 660-2393.
Manchester – Sunday, September 18 at the Grondin’s, 12:30 to 2:30pm. 214 N. Acres Road, Manchester.
Questions and/or to RSVP or 953-3477.
Merrimack – Thursday, September 15 at the Metaxotos’, 6 to 7:30 pm.
38 Brek Drive, Merrimack.
Questions and/or to RSVP or 889-0121.
New Boston – Thursday, September 8 at the Mellish’s, 6 to 7:30pm.
142 Wilson Hill Road, New Boston.
Questions and/or to RSVP or 487-5232.