October 22 Announcements

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BETHANY ANNOUNCEMENTS

FINCH GREEN GROUNDBREAKING THIS SUNDAY!

The ceremonial groundbreaking for the Finch Green affordable housing development is THIS SUNDAY at 11:30 AM after worship. You’ll see the tent south of the sanctuary. Join us there after church for coffee, donuts and camaraderie!!! (If you haven’t done so, please RSVP here: .)

Rachel Circle Boxing & Loading

The Rachel Circle completed 49 baby kits last week! This Tuesday, October 27 starting at 10am, we will be boxing up all the kits and quilts. Everyone is invited to help. After they are boxed, Joe & Linda Sommerseth, with the help of Stan Weigman, will load boxes in their trucks and deliver them to the ingathering November 6 or 7. Donations to help with the shipping costs continue to be accepted.

2027 Stewardship Program & Adult Forum

Next Sunday, Nov 1, we begin our Stewardship program: “Passion for God. Compassion for Others.” Pastor Martin will offer a program at the Adult Forum, “Liberating the “S-word”: Stewardship As a Way of Faith” and worship during the first three Sundays in November will explore biblical themes on Stewardship as the all the ways we live out our faith. Watch for a mailing that, along with a cover letter, will contain a “Faith Response Form” for financial giving, and a Time and Talent Survey Form for giving in action. Please return the completed cards and forms by Sunday, November 15. Thank you.

Chilioake!!

Yes, on Saturday, November 14 at 5:30, it's the return of the Chili Contest, but this time—with Karaoke! Please sign up on the bulletin board to bring your best homemade chili for us to taste. Maybe yours will be the winner! We will also enjoy your song stylings with Karaoke D.J. Hans Thomas Richter who will be there to play your favorites. No sign-up needed to sing. Save the date and share some delicious food and melodious voices.

Bible Study Wednesday AM & Thursday PM

Bible study meets Wednesday mornings at 9:10am and Thursday Evenings at 7:00pm. All are welcome!

Holiday Neighbor Gift Program

The Holiday Neighbor Program provides $25 gift cards to Helpline House neighbors ages 55+ to bring a little extra warmth and cheer to the holiday season. Gift cards for $25 from places such as Amazon, Eagle Harbor Book Co., Safeway, Starbucks, Town & Country, and are open to ideas of other local busiensses. Gift cards will be distributed the week of December 7, so donations will go to Helpline House by Monday, November 30. Please ensure they are active prior to donating and you can leave them in the offering plate or bring them to the church office. Thank you!

Donations for Helpline Red Wagon!

Most needed items include: Canned Chili, Stew and Ready to Eat Soups, Flour, Sugar and Sweeteners, Peanut Butter, Jam & Jelly, Condiments, Canned Chicken, Fish and Spam, Toilet Paper. Also personal hygiene items like shampoo/conditioner/body wash/feminine products.

 November 26 Turkey Trot 

Want to Join the Bethany Community?

If you would like information about Bethany Lutheran, please talk to Pastor Martin or contact the office during the week. Kelsey, our office administrator’s contact information is below.

This Sunday’s Worship Assistants:

Assisting Minister: Barbara Swartling; Altar Duty: Barbara Swartling

Greeter: Rachel Pritchett; Ushers: Jim Rohrscheib & Stephen Deines; Lay Reader: Gail Christensen; Communion Assistants: Barbara Deines & Angie Strand; Hospitality Hosts: HRB for Groundbreaking

Please have announcement additions to Kelsey by Wednesday at noon to allow time for printing.

Announcements, Prayer Chain requests, and questions can be sent to Kelsey, Bethany’s Office Administrator: Email

This Sunday's altar flowers are provided by the Altar Guild in honor of Reformation Sunday, thank you.

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Bible Study Wednesday AM & Thursday PM

Bible study meets Wednesday mornings at 9:10am and Thursday Evenings at 7:00pm. All are welcome!

Special Congregational Meeting Today after Worship

Bethany’s long-time vision to build affordable housing on its property is becoming reality! Congregation Council is calling a special meeting following worship on Sunday, October 18.

Finch Green Groundbreaking!

HRB requests that Bethany members who plan to attend the Groundbreaking for Finch Green on Sunday, October 25 following worship provide an RSVP. This can be accomplished by calling Kaylee Baker at HRB (206-842-1909, ext. 17) or emailing her at

Attention All Women!

We had another successful retreat at Pilgrim Firs near Port Orchard. They have invited us back with 2 options for dates and would appreciate a confirmation of one or other soon, as their calendar fills to the brim very quickly.  
- Mon, Sept 27 - Weds, Sept 29, 2027, in South Lodge (Everyone stays in the same beautiful building with presentation space and a full kitchen, 5 minute walk to the dining hall)
- Fri, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 10, 2027, in Huckleberry (One large house with attached cabins, kitchen and living room. Some people will stay in nearby cabins, very short walk to the dining hall and presentation space)
If you have any interest in attending next year, please let Collen Chupik ( ) or Mary Jensen ( ) which dates would work better for you ASAP.  Thanks!

Donations for Helpline Red Wagon!

Please bring your non-perishable food as well as cleaning and personal care products.

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Want to Join the Bethany Community?

If you would like information about Bethany Lutheran, please talk to Pastor Martin or contact the office during the week. Kelsey, our office administrator’s contact information is below.

This Sunday’s Worship Assistants:

Assisting Minister:

Altar Duty: Alice McCain

Greeter: Megan Kennedy & Jonathan Tiller; Ushers: Jim Rohrscheib & Tim Carlsen; Lay Reader: Noreen Sievertson; Communion Assistants: Alice McCain & Jeff Sievertson; Hospitality Hosts: Noreen & Jeff Sievertson

Next Sunday’s Worship Assistants:

Assisting Minister: Barbara Swartling

Altar Duty: Barbara Swartling

Greeter: Rachel Pritchett; Ushers: Jim Rohrscheib & Stephen Deines; Lay Reader: Gail Christensen; Communion Assistants: Barbara Deines & Angie Strand; Hospitality Hosts: Nordby’s & Linnea Chu

Please have announcement additions to Kelsey by Wednesday at noon for printing.

Announcements, Prayer Chain requests, and questions can be sent to Kelsey, Bethany’s Office Administrator: Email