July 24 Announcements
July 20 Congregational Meeting Recap
Thank you to everyone who attended the special congregational meeting held after worship last Sunday. A quorum was confirmed and the minutes from the June special meeting were approved. Bethany treasurer Barbara Swartling briefed the community about the expenses already incurred and yet to be incurred that are associated with the septic system repair and water damage work. It cost Bethany $29,335.42 to repair the damaged septic system pipes. Unfortunately, our insurance policy does not cover this type of damage. Our policy does cover mitigation and restoration work that is the result of water damage once our deductible of $25,000 is met. We do not yet know the full cost of the mitigation and restoration work. Barbara presented a motion to ratify expenses already incurred and authorize any additional expenses associated with the mitigation and restoration work. The community voted on the motion, and it was adopted.
Council president Vicki Browning then introduced the motion to authorize the submission of a Preliminary Plat Application to the City of Bainbridge Island for the 22-unit Finch Green affordable housing community on Bethany’s property, the first step in the administrative process to obtain a final plat and a building permit. Finch Green architect Jonathan Davis presented the preliminary plat design on poster boards. He explained that the site design involves four components: the Church lot, consisting of the church and pre-school buildings; the tract for the 22 homes that will be owned by the residents, with the underlying lots owned by a land trust held by HRB; and commonly owned tracts for the parking lot and the south portions and trails on the eastern side of the property. Consultant Marja Williams explained the process and timeline for moving forward to final approval of the plat. The hope is that the permitting process will be completed in about a year. Following the presentations, there was a question-and-answer period. Some concern was expressed about the drop-off layout for the preschool. The Finch Green consultants will address the issue with the preschool staff. The community voted on the motion, and it was adopted.
Supporting Rachel Circle
Have scissors at home? A bit of time? Interested in helping Rachel Circle with their quilts? After gleaning at the Rotary Auction, they have a lot of fitted sheets that simply need the elastic cut off. Please contact Carol Fenner (
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Annual Bethany BBQ
Put August 9 at 6:00 on your calendar for the annual Bethany BBQ. We will provide many delicious items for the grill: hot dogs, hamburgers, turkey burgers and veggie burgers. Buns, condiments and desserts also provided. Please bring sides and salads to add to the feast. (This could include cheese, lettuce, tomatoes etc) There will be a sing-a-long for fun between bites. If you are able to help set up or wield a spatula at the BBQ, please contact Mary Jensen at
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Buildings and Grounds Work Party
All are invited to a 1-hour work party at 10:00am Saturday, August 16, at Bethany, hosted by the Buildings and Grounds team. A variety of tasks will be offered, as we work to keep our premises in good shape. One pickup needed. RSVP to Rachel Pritchett at
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CROP Walk
The CROP Hunger Walk is a nationwide movement sponsored by Church World Service (CWS) to raise funds to end hunger and poverty in the U.S. and around the world. Hundreds of religious groups, businesses, schools and others organize local Walk events in their communities each year, while others join the National Walk and choose their own location and experience. With leadership from a committed group of Bainbridge Island-North Kitsap Interfaith Council (BINK IFC) folks over time, BINK IFC has participated for many years and raised a significant amount for hunger relief. CWS has received 75% of those funds, with the remaining 25% going locally to Helpline House and Fishline. This year the need is even greater, and BINK IFC is looking for new and better ways to address growing food insecurity. We need to get started planning and the first step is to identify team leaders who could help with planning and spreading the word in our congregations. Our local CROP Walk event will take place the last week in September culminating with the CROP/DANCE on Sunday, Sept. 28th. Are you ready to sign up, share the fun, and be a TEAM LEADER for our Week to Feed Our Neighbors? If so, contact Debbie in the office for more information:
Pastoral Care at Bethany
Pastor Kristy Daniels and Pastor Erin continue to be available for Pastoral Care for congregants during this transition period. If you have a pastoral care need, please email or call the church office and Debbie will assist you. If Debbie is not there to take your call, leave a message or call the number provided for emergencies.
Prayers are Requested: for Cindy Beam’s cousin’s husband who has been diagnosed with stage four prostate cancer.
Altar Flowers: The altar flowers for this Sunday are given by Benay and Lynn Nordby.
Thank You to this Sunday’s Worship Assistants:
Altar Duty: Carol Fenner
Sunday 10:00am – Greeters/Ushers: Jim Rohrscheib & Stephen Deines; Lay Reader: Barbara Deines; Communion Assistants: Barbara Deines & Linnea Chu; Hospitality Hosts: Kristi Sutton & Vicki Browning
Next Sunday’s Worship Assistants:
Altar Duty: Nancy Wetzler
Sunday 10:00am – Greeters/Ushers: Nancy & Harry Wetzler; Lay Reader: Claire Dasler; Communion Assistants: Carol & Ron Fenner; Hospitality: TBD
Bethany is a Reconciling in Christ congregation, which is an affirmation of welcome that specifically names people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions, and also expresses a commitment to racial equity.
