Be still and know that I am God.

 

When: March 14-16
A getaway to rest, refresh and connect with other women featuring guest speaker Rebecca Conti. Rebecca will teach us to draw near to God through stillness and prayer.

Accomodations are dorm-style bunk beds with plenty of room for those who choose bottom bunks. Most rooms are for 6-8 people with bathrooms and showers in rooms. All linens and meals are provided.

 

 

Please remember Mary Beth Cochran and her family following the loss of her stepfather, Charlie Vincent, on January 1 after a lengthy battle with leukemia.

 

Steven Paul, a long time Bethany member passed away January 1.  Steve served on staff several years ago as head chef in the Bethany Gathering Place kitchen and was well known for his generous nature. He will be greatly missed.

 

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Sue Anderson on January 2. Sue was better known as Bumpkin the Clown. For many years she served alongside her husband, Mike, aka Catchup, at many Bethany events entertaining and ministering to children and adults alike. Please pray for Mike during this difficult time of loss.

 

Please pray for Christine Hackett and family after the death of their beloved husband, father, and grandfather, Donald Wahl. Donald was 85 and lived in Phoenix. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, daughters Christine Hackett and Cindy Tassielli and granddaughters Nicole and Danielle Tassielli.

 

Remember in prayer Sheila Ellis whose mother, Carolyn McLaughlin, passed away January 23. Carolyn, 88, was originally from Pennsylvania and is survived by 2 sisters.

 

Please pray for Sarah Sandhaus and family following the passing of Sarah's grandmother, Ruth Champney, on January 25. Ruth, 81, is survived by 2 sisters, 1 brother, 3 children, 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

 

Congratulations to Amanda Begaye on the birth of a baby boy on January 1.

An Early Childhood parent meeting will be held in the A building, room A9, on Sunday, February 3, 10:15-10:45am. Goals will be shared and we will discuss upcoming events. We would also like to share the positive responses to our fun new room signs.

 

For those who serve in children or student ministries, we would like to thank you! Please stop by for brunch in B 204 between 8:45-12:15 on February 10. Special treats have been provided by the 4th & 5th grade Transformers.

 

Come join the elementary aged children on Saturday, February 2, in B1 from 9am-noon. We will be cleaning out and organizing cabinets and doing painting projects in both B1 and F1. We look forward to seeing you there!

 

Some last minute reservations for 4th & 5th Grade Winter Camp at UCYC are still available. The dates are February 22-24. Check out our website for all the details and registration forms. Camp counselors are still needed for winter and summer camps. Prayerfully consider serving our children in a fun and exciting atmosphere.

 

On January 19 MSM students helped deliver over 600 t-shirts and many socks to Tanner Chapel in downtown Phoenix! While there, the MSMers sorted all the clothing and helped create health kits for the impoverished. Thank you to everyone who donated clothes and for all who participated in this very successful effort! God was truly glorified through it all! The people of Tanner Chapel were overjoyed by the special delivery.

 

Movie Night!

On Friday, February 15, 7-11pm, MSM will be having a movie night featuring a couple of back-to-back, hilarious comedies on our "genormous" projection screen! Come to the MSM room and laugh so hard your voice will hurt in the morning. There will be plenty of snacks, soda, and great fellowship. This is an awesome opportunity to bring your friends new to MSM. Cost is only $3, but FREE for anyone new to MSM!

 

Hockey Night!

On Saturday, March 8, 3-10pm, we will be heading to Glendale to watch the Phoenix Coyotes take on the far superior Ottawa Senators! After the event, we get to go down on the ice and everyone can take a couple of slapshots! Cost includes a hot dog and soda. Ticket prices TBA. Bring a friend or seven!

 

HUGE NEWS! MSM will be heading to San Diego for two spring break mission trips in March!! The dates of the trips are March 9-13 and March 14 (after school) -18. Choose the trip that fits your school schedule or come on both. We will be going to work sites in the morning and doing ministry activities in the afternoon. This amazing trip is guaranteed to bring you closer to God, closer to your friends and leaders, and put your faith into action! Come live like Jesus in the real world! We'll also make a trip down to the beach for some free time! Cost TBA, but all students will be required to fundraise. The goal is to make the cost as low as possible. Check the MSM page on the Bethany website, go to the MSM room, or check in with Josh for more info. Details are on their way shortly!

 

MSM is growing and we are looking for new leaders of all ages! If you love God and at least like kids, we are interested in talking to you! Please contact Josh if you feel God may be calling you to this exciting ministry!

 

Look for the bright yellow and blue tent on the courtyard. HSM students are out there raising money, requesting prayers and tools for their spring break mission trips. There are still some spots available for each week (March 9-15 and March 16-22), so sign up quickly. Cost is $450 or $100 plus 25 names and addresses to receive a prayer and fundraising letter that we will send out together.

 

 

 

 

Did you know that we already have a group of ladies called "The Pew Sisters" who come in every Thursday and make sure that the pews are cleaned and ready for Sunday? Did you know that we have a FEW dedicated volunteers who weekly clean the pews in between and after services every Sunday? The First Impressions Mininstry is forming White Glove teams! These are groups of volunteers that will be a part of keeping our Worship Center, courtyard and lobby clean and trash free!

 

Who: teams of families & friends (one member must be an adult and supervise)

When: Starting the first Sunday in March before, between & after each service.

Where: In the Worship Center, lobby, restrooms and courtyard

What: Picking up used programs, communion cups, trash and assisting staff with table & refreshment set-up & clean-up.

Time required: 10-15 minutes once a month.

 

Reserve your spot now! Let your pastor or director know today or contact Robin Johnson @ rjohnson@bethanycc.com or 480.831.5005.

 

Let's work together to be the body of Christ to those around us and those that are yet to come! We can make an eternal difference!

If you are interested in auditioning, please email Tia Coates at mdtscoates@cox.net.

Once again, on Sunday, January 13, the people of Bethany exhibited tremendous generosity. According to Dave Chapman, the last box of donations had to be split up and stuffed into whatever small spaces could be found in the truck. "We couldn't have taken one more item," Chapman said. Not only that, he applauds the quality of goods donated and offers his heartfelt thanks. And thanks from the Community Outreach team for your generous donations as well as the help several of you provided to load the truck. You're the best!

 

On Sunday, March 9, the people of Bethany will have an opportunity to browse booths in search of just the right ministry to serve with their talents, abilities and desires. So many good things are happening on our campus and in our community and ministry representatives are excited about the opportunity to share them with you. Come prepared to spend a half hour or so.

If you are looking for suggestions on matching your passion with a service opportunity, please feel free to contact Bethany's Community Outreach Ministries Director, Peggy Levesque at plevesque@bethanycc.com.

 

Pastor John Wood offers a four-part series titled Sowing the Seeds of God's Love that helps participants better understand Jesus' call to service. If you are part of a Faith Community or small group that would benefit from this, contact Mary Richardson at mrichardson@bethanycc.com for more information or to schedule.

 

On April 4-5 Bethany's Community Outreach Ministries will team up with LifeWind International and Living Faith Anglican Church to present the first 14-hour training on neighborhood transformation. Additional training will be offered October 10-11. Learn strategies for entering a community for the purpose of transforming lives, neighborhoods and cities through the seamless combination of spiritual growth, building on local assets and community-owned development. Contact Peggy Levesque at 480.831.5005 or plevesque@bethanycc.com for more information.

All are welcome to join in Wednesday, February 13 in C1 for a time of fellowship, informative speakers, and a delicious lunch. Sign up at the PrimeLife table in the courtyard on Sunday mornings. This month's guest speaker is Richard Hatfield, licensed counselor and pastor. For more information, contact Wanda Lee Smith at 480.838.1617.

 

PrimeLife invites all ages to attend the Grace Bible Church Choir concert Sunday, February 17, 5-6pm in the Bethany Worship Center. This dedicated 120-voice choir sings in the two Sunday morning services, holidays, and special programs at Grace Bible Church located in Sun City. This special event will highlight various ensembles within the choir: Praise Trio (women), Men's Quartet, and Heartsongs. Invite your friends to join PrimeLife and others for this special evening. For more information, please contact Mary Beth Cochran at 480.831.5005 or mbcochran@bethanycc.com.

 

Are you new to Bethany or have you been here awhile and not found your place? Would you like to take the next step in connecting with Christ and others? New Beginnings is a 10-week small group designed to give individuals an initial taste of a Christ-like lifestyle, to present a solid biblical view for a relationship with Jesus and teach the magnificent promises God has provided for victorious Christian living. Small groups are continually forming. To sign up or for more information contact Mary Beth Cochran at 480.831.5005 or mbcochran@bethanycc.com.

 

Girlfriend Connection Friday, February 8, 7-10pm in C2 is a great opportunity for women to connect with one another. We will meet new friends and play fun board games and Bunco. Snacks and laughter are included at no extra charge. ***Warning: the effects of so much fun could be contagious.***

For more information contact Noreen Hurd at joyfulinarizons@att.net.

 

Young adults (20-30ish) are welcome to join CrossOver every Sunday evening at 7pm to seek God in worship and truth, and discuss the crossing stages of life faced by today's young adults. CrossOver meets at Jay & Lindsay's home to provide intentional time to build community. Dinner is at 6:30pm. For more information, contact Jay Henderson at 480.831.5005 or jhenderson@bethanycc.com.

 

The Sons of Singles (S.O.S.) ministry provides male Christian role models for sons of single parent households. These boys typically have limited or no in-person contact with their fathers or other adult males. Two times a month, groups of Bethany men spend time with these boys in a group setting to demonstrate what it means to live like Jesus in the real world. They meet to talk about lessons from the Bible, play sports, learn a new skill, work on a craft project, or just have fun. The goal of S.O.S. is to show these boys, by example, what being a man of God is all about. If you have a son age 5 or older who could benefit from this program, he is invited to join the S.O.S. group the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month, 7-8:30pm in B203. A parent or guardian must accompany the child to and from the room.

 

Are you divorced or recently separated? DivorceCare is a 13-week support group to help you learn how to cope with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life. Open to men and women, the group meets Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. Workbook is $12. Contact Linda Whipple at 480.305.5810 or lwhipple@bethanycc.com. A children's program is available.

 

No matter what our stage of life, most of us have questions about managing finances. If you would like to gain more knowledge and control of your financial situation, join the Bethany Financial Guidance Team for a series of FREE financial seminars. The seminars are on the third Thursday of the month in D5, 6:30-8:30pm. The schedule of topics includes:

Student Loan Basics-February 21

Mutual Funds Basics-March 20

Mortgages-April 17

 

This program focuses on providing classes that de-stress the mind and restore, build and maintain strength to the body while listening to music that encourages the soul. Cost of the course is $40 for new attendees (includes mat), or $30 for returning members. Children's program available. For more information, contact Mary Beth Cochran at 480.831.5005 or mbcochran@bethanycc.com.

 

A must for those who are planning to join a Crown Financial Small Group starting the week of February 24. This program will give you the tools to experience a closer fellowship with Christ and learn how to find financial peace. Crown Small Group Financial Study is an in-depth 10-week Bible study about biblical financial principles. Topics covered include earning, spending, saving, investing, getting out of debt, and teaching children about money.

Please contact Pam Carter at 480.844.3997 or Barney Miller at 480.813.6887.

Orientation will be in D5 at 12:30pm.

For more information contact Linda Whipple at 480.831.5005 or lwhipple@bethanycc.com.