Bethany Lutheran Church
Bethel Park, PA
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Bethany Lutheran Church Bethel Park, PA
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From the Pastor’s Desk… Dearest Members of Bethany, I’m always amazed by the people who apologize for telling stories. The comments usually start something like, “I’m sorry pastor, but I have another grandchild story for you.” Or maybe after a long conversation, “Look, I’m sorry… I’ve talked your ear off all afternoon!” As far as I’m concerned… go ahead, let it rip, let the recollections flow freely; we’re richer for sharing these histories. The same holds true for Scripture. This Lent we’ve taken the opportunity to look at a number of different biblical characters and we’ve recounted their stories. Those in attendance at the mid-week services have voiced their appreciation for the chance to be reminded of these champions of the faith. I’m thrilled and encouraged as well. Let’s face it; the Bible is filled to overflowing with the complex and interesting accounts of God’s children. These stories have the capacity to expand our personal understanding of God and positively shape our experience as well. We truly can learn from these great narratives, and I would encourage the faithful to become as familiar as possible with the whole cast of characters that we find in the Old and New Testaments. After all, their story is our shared history as well. This week at Bethany… On Monday the Health and Wellness group will meet at 7:30. On Tuesday morning we’ll start the day with Matins at 8:00, BLCW will meet at 11:00, and we’ll close the day with Bible Study at 7:00. On Wednesday evening we’ll share our mid-week dinner at 5:30, worship will begin at 6:45, and the choir will rehearse at 7:30. There will be no Sunday School meeting this week! On Saturday the Confirmands will meet with Pastor from 9:30-11:00. On Sunday morning we’ll share services of Word and Sacrament at 8:30 and 11:00 with Sunday School in between at 9:45. We will be having a brief Mission Trip meeting after the 11:00 service; please plan on attending. Have a blessed week friends! Yours in Christ, Pastor Dan Let us pray… Dearest Heavenly Father, give us abundant and regular opportunities to turn to your holy Word. In those sacred times use your Holy Spirit to guide and direct our reading, grant us depth of understanding, and strengthen our faith. In Jesus’ holy and precious name we pray, amen. |
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