This Week At Bethel - June 9, 2021 |
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Office hours:
Monday-Thursday 9-Noon
Pastor Dave's office hours:
Monday, 9am-12pm.
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Pastor Dave offers weekly devotions called "Church Where You Are" for individuals and families. If you are unable to be at worship on Sunday, or if you are simply looking for a weekly family devotional, "Church Where You Are" is located on our Bethel website each week.
If you are unable to join us for worship in person, please join us for virtual worship on Facebook, YouTube and our website.
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WORSHIP UPDATE
As we continue to move forward doing the "next right thing" I wanted to share with you how we are handling masks at Bethel for worship on Sunday mornings.
1) If you are FULLY VACCINATED you do not have to wear a mask.
2) If you are NOT fully vaccinated, you are expected to wear a mask. This applies to youth who are not yet vaccinated.
* If you have chosen NOT to receive the vaccine, we expect that you will show respect for those who are unable to be vaccinated yet (i.e. children, those with underlying issues) and wear a mask out of Christian love and generosity toward others, especially the most vulnerable.
3) Children over the age of 2 are expected to wear masks at all times, even in the nursery.
We recognize that this is a "fluid" situation. We also recognize that not everyone will have the same comfort level as others. Therefore, we are offering a weekly OUTDOOR Worship Service on Wednesday at 6:00pm for those who may not yet be comfortable worshiping indoors. This service will not require masks since we are outside, but each person will be encouraged to do what makes them feel most comfortable.
We trust that everyone will be generous with each other, recognizing that while some are ready to "get back to normal", others will not be so inclined, at least not yet. We want everyone to be as comfortable as possible as we make decisions to "open up" at Bethel and this is our way to best allow various options for worship that will hopefully, in total, meet everyone's needs and concerns.
Please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions.
Blessings,
Pastor Dave
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The season is under swing and Winchester Royals tickets are now available courtesy of Bethel!
Pick up your tickets in the office during business hours, or email Kristin for more information!
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Emmanuel 9 Commemoration
Thursday, June 17 at 7:00 PM
Two years ago, at our churchwide assembly, the ELCA voted and approved a resolution to set aside June 17th as a Day of Remembrance and Repentance for the Emanuel 9. Acting on this resolution, the Virginia Synod’s Tapestry team is hosting its 2nd Annual Zoom worship service on Thursday, June 17th, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. for a time of remembering the Emanuel 9, prayer, speakers, and an Affirmation of Baptism centered in racial justice.
The time to take steps toward healing the deep wound of racism in our country is now. Please check the Bethel website for the link as the date gets closer.
Resources are available on the Tapestry page under the “Racial Justice Ministries” tab of the Virginia Synod website: https://www.vasynod.org/ministries/tapestry/
Read more about the Emmanuel 9 Commemoration
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Pride Worship Gathering
Sunday, June 27th - 3 pm
All are invited to join us for a special community gathering as we close out Pride Month 2021 with a celebration of the lives and ministry of LGBTQIA+ in all their diversity.
Please share this event with anyone in our area and plan to join us for uplifting music and fellowship with each other.
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Bethel Week at Camp (July 11-15, 2021)
Join us for another exciting week at Caroline Furnace Lutheran Camp and Retreat Center! Each year we do our "Bethel Week at Camp" and again this year, after Covid-19, we are excited to offer this again. Pastor Heidi will be serving as the chaplain at camp during our week together.
There is scholarship money available, so please talk with Pastor Dave if you are interested in attending and would like some assistance.
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Join us on Wednesday evenings for WOW (Worship on Wednesday), 30 minute, camp-style worship with Holy Communion. We will gather at 6:00pm at the Bethel Picnic Shelter (or Discipleship Hall if inclement weather). Bring a lawn chair and invite friends.
This is perfect for a midweek "recharge", or for those not ready for "indoor" worship yet, or if you will be out of town on the weekend and can't join us then. Hope to see you soon!
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The Nursery will be re-opening and Nursery Assistants are needed!
Volunteers over the age of 18 do need to be Safe Gatherings certified, so please send Kristin an email if you are interested in helping out.
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As we begin moving forward from the pandemic, we are excited that our choir is singing again!
We meet Thursday evenings at 6:30 PM in the sanctuary to rehearse. Come join us as we begin preparing for a special “Christmas in July” program to be presented on Sunday, July 25th! All are welcome!
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We want to hear from you! What topics are you interested in having our Parish Nurse cover? Please let us know! You can email Edie or Kristin with any suggestions!
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Wild Women Coffee (or Cocoa) Zoom Meetup
Bring your cup of cocoa (or coffee) and love for Jesus and join in the conversation and prayers, Thursday mornings at 8:30am. We would love to pray for you and your concerns! All Women are Welcome!
Zoom Meeting ID: 830 3166 2845 Passcode: Jesus4U
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The June meeting of the Women's Book Club will be Thursday, June 17th, at 6:00 pm. Everyone is invited to Lynda Grymala's house on Thursday, June 17th at 6PM. Bring your own snack or dinner and let's meet to discuss "Wait Till Next Year: A Memoir" by Doris Kearns Goodwin. If the weather is inclement we'll move inside.
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First Friday Fellowship
First Friday Fellowship is held on the First Friday of every month, at 9:30 am, at the Royalicious Bagel Bakery and Deli, 621 W. Jubal Early Drive in Winchester.
If you have questions, contact Barbara Simmons!
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Women's Bible Study
Our next meeting will be June 11th.
Please join us as we discuss “Puah and Shiprah: How to Fight Your Fears.” It is always a wonderful time of reading His Word, reflection, application to REAL life, and terrific fellowship and laughter!
If you have questions please contact Karen Nguyen!
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The men's breakfast will be held the first Saturday of every month at 8:30 am - 9:30 am at Backstreet Bar & Grill.
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The Intercessory Prayer Team is available by calling or emailing us. We'll pray with you, make up a Prayer Card, and keep praying for your needs on a regular basis.
Call Urve Crowder at 540-888-3073 or email at ukcrowder@icloud.com or call Shirley Strosnider at 540-664-5928
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Thank you so much for your continued support of mission and ministry at Bethel! |
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To make an offering, please use one of the methods described below: |
1. Mail to Bethel at 2077 N Frederick Pike, Winchester, VA 22603
2. Use the Give Now button on our website.
3. Donate via text, by sending the dollar amount you wish to give, including a dollar sign, (ie: $50/$50.00) to 844-946-2995.
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