LIFE WITH GOD
2020-02-23 12:30 - 13:30, 2020-03-01 12:30 - 13:30, 2020-03-08 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
WHEN: February 9th-March 29th, 2020 12:30pm-1:30pm
WHERE: Room 232
WHAT: Information on our congregation and becoming a member
WHO: Anyone interested in learning more or how to become a member of Bethel Lutheran Church

Lenten Services
2020-02-26 - 2020-04-01
For the six weeks of Lent, we will have Midweek services to help prepare for the Easter celebration. During this time Fun Family Wednesday activities will be suspended, but there will be a meal offered in the parish hall before the worship service.
The Church Season of Lent offers the Christian an opportunity for a special encounter with ourselves and with Jesus. It’s purpose is to lead to repentance and renewed trust in Him. This is good, since repentance and renewed faith are vital as we prepare to receive the Good News which Holy Week and Easter will bring us.
Accordingly, again this Lent, we seek this self-examination which comes through the application of the Word of God to our hearts and lives. We allow that Word to show us our sinful condition and need. God’s Gospel offers us God’s plan to remove our sin: “Behold the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world.” John 1:29. It also works to empower us to live our lives for and with Him.
There is no shortcut way to accomplish our penitence, our growth in trust, and our repentance. We need to take the time, make the effort to do this. We urge you to use this season as an opportunity for a spiritual experience for yourself and your family. Please do not skip Lent, for its discipline and its opportunities are not to accomplish some goal for the church. It’s discipline and opportunities are for you and for your good. Resolve right now to be in worship each Sunday, to attend the Wednesday evening services, to have daily devotions individually and as a family. It is in the Word that God speaks to us of His gracious forgiveness. It is in the Word He calls us to Himself. It is in His Word we hear most clearly every promise. Listen to the Word, and make this the most blessed Lenten season yet.
Bethel will again offer Lenten Wednesday devotional services at noon and 6:45 pm. Lent is a time when we check our attitudes and actions, and this is most especially true if the Lord has deemed something “sacred.” Our challenge then is to remind one another that if our Lord calls it His and declares it “holy” it most certainly must be that for us.

Personal Lenten Devotions from Lutheran Hour Ministries

For Christians, the season of Lent is marked by deep reflection on the appearance of the Savior and, naturally, what His life, suffering, death, and resurrection mean for our lives now. God’s human involvement in our world is a perfect example of His intimate love for us. He spared nothing to make Himself known to us-a fact that proclaims in no uncertain terms how “God so loved the world.” In Silent Witnesses, readers will note both the majestic-and mundane-aspects of the Gospel accounts: stories telling how God in His infinite power came down and “has spoken to us by His Son.”
These devotions are available to read online or to hear as a podcast, or can be received as an e-mail subscription throughout the Lenten season. Go online to www.lhm.org/lent for all these versions. OR pick up a printed copy in the narthex on the Elders Credenza.

Wednesdays, February 26th through April 1st

12:00 Noon Lenten Devotion
5:15-6:30 Lenten Meal, Parish Hall
6:45 Lenten Devotion

Lenten Meal Menus:
Feb. 26th (Ash Wednesday)- Spaghetti, Salad, Bread
Mar. 4th – Soup, Salad, Bread
Mar. 11th – Sandwiches, Chips, Fruit
Mar.18th – Quiche, Salad, Fruit
Mar. 25th – Sausage, Mac & Cheese, Beans, Broccoli Salad
Apr. 1st – Fajitas, Beans, Salad, Chips & Cheese

April 8th HOLY WEEK – No Meal

Sweet Life Cafe Women's Retreat
2020-02-29 08:30 - 14:30

NEW MEMBER RECEPTION
2020-04-05 09:30 - 10:30
Join us after early worship as we welcome our newest members to Bethel Lutheran Church with a light breakfast reception in the Parish Hall. We have a number of new people joining us. Please be sure to come and meet them, and give them a warm Bethel welcome.

FUN FAMILY WEDNESDAY
2020-04-15 17:15 - 19:45
Fun Family Wednesday
When: Wednesday’s January 15th – February 19th & April 15th -May 6th, 2020 (break in between for Lenten Services)
Meals: 5:15-6:30 PM
Instruction:6:30-7:45 PM
Fun Family Wednesdays As in the past we’ll have a meal served from 5:15 to 6:30 PM, followed by classes and activities for Kindergarten through 4th grade (Kid’s Bible Club), Junior Confirmation (starting at 5th grade), and Youth Night (Grades 7 -12).
Meals:
Apr. 15th – Breakfast
Apr. 22nd – Pasta Bar, Salad, Bread
April 29th – Taco, Beans, Chips & Cheese, Salad
May 6th – Hamburgers, Fries, Beans

FUN FAMILY WEDNESDAY
2020-04-22 17:15 - 19:45
Fun Family Wednesday
When: Wednesday’s January 15th – February 19th & April 15th -May 6th, 2020 (break in between for Lenten Services)
Meals: 5:15-6:30 PM
Instruction:6:30-7:45 PM
Fun Family Wednesdays As in the past we’ll have a meal served from 5:15 to 6:30 PM, followed by classes and activities for Kindergarten through 4th grade (Kid’s Bible Club), Junior Confirmation (starting at 5th grade), and Youth Night (Grades 7 -12).
Meals:
Apr. 22nd – Pasta Bar, Salad, Bread
April 29th – Taco, Beans, Chips & Cheese, Salad
May 6th – Hamburgers, Fries, Beans

FUN FAMILY WEDNESDAY
2020-04-29 17:15 - 19:45
Fun Family Wednesday
When: Wednesday’s January 15th – February 19th & April 15th -May 6th, 2020 (break in between for Lenten Services)
Meals: 5:15-6:30 PM
Instruction:6:30-7:45 PM
Fun Family Wednesdays As in the past we’ll have a meal served from 5:15 to 6:30 PM, followed by classes and activities for Kindergarten through 4th grade (Kid’s Bible Club), Junior Confirmation (starting at 5th grade), and Youth Night (Grades 7 -12).
Meals:
April 29th – Taco, Beans, Chips & Cheese, Salad
May 6th – Hamburgers, Fries, Beans

FUN FAMILY WEDNESDAY
2020-05-06 17:15 - 19:45
Fun Family Wednesday
When: Wednesday’s January 15th – February 19th & April 15th -May 6th, 2020 (break in between for Lenten Services)
Meals: 5:15-6:30 PM
Instruction:6:30-7:45 PM
Fun Family Wednesdays As in the past we’ll have a meal served from 5:15 to 6:30 PM, followed by classes and activities for Kindergarten through 4th grade (Kid’s Bible Club), Junior Confirmation (starting at 5th grade), and Youth Night (Grades 7 -12).
Meals:
May 6th – Hamburgers, Fries, Beans

DRIVE UP HOLY COMMUNION #2
2020-05-17 10:00 - 14:30
Drive up Holy Communion #2
This Sunday, May 17rd, the Lord’s Supper will be offered at Bethel Lutheran Church.
From 10 am to 2:30 pm under our porte-cochere, the Supper will be served to a few families at a time using a brief liturgy.
Because families will be “first come, first served,” we ask that you be in the car line no later than 2:30 pm.
Because we are seeking to be as reverent as possible, we ask that you be patient as we try to serve five families about every 12 minutes.
Please bring a pencil to fill out your attendance card, and if you have an offering we will be glad to receive it.
May our Lord bless us as we seek to be reverent, respectful, and sanitary!

Pr. Eden and Pr. Bard

Click HERE to see Article from The Eagle

Virtual Devo & Games Night
2020-05-22 18:00 - 21:00
Devotions and Games Night
Next Event – Friday, May 22nd from 6:00 pm-9:00 pm

VIRTUAL VBS 2020
2020-06-21 - 2020-06-25

BETHEL DAY OF PRAYER
2020-11-01 12:00 - 16:00
BETHEL DAY OF PRAYER

We ask you to take some time on Sunday the 1st to join us in coming to our merciful God in prayer.
THIS WILL BE HELD AT BETHEL, SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, STARTING IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE LATE SERVICE UNTIL 4 PM.
A Prayer Guide will be available for you to use. It will include prayers for our nation and our church as well as other prayer concerns you might have. (If you want to stay and pray immediately after the late service you may get the Prayer Guide and go to the Prayer Garden. In about 10 minutes after the service the sanctuary will have been disinfected and you can use it for prayer).
As a part of God’s chosen people, you are invited to take part in this Bethel Day of Prayer. (This is a “come and go” event – just take the time you personally need to go through the Prayer Guide).
To say that prayers are needed for our nation is almost an understatement. As St. Paul tells us in the passage from 1 Timothy, it is good and right that we offer such prayers.
1 Timothy 2:1-2 – I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.
We hope that you can join us in prayer on November 1st at Bethel.

Christmas Day Service
2020-12-25 10:00 - 11:00
Join Bethel Lutheran Church to celebrate Jesus’ Birth Christmas Day on December 25th!
Please note that we will have only one service Christmas Day, which will be at 10 a.m.

Palm Sunday
2021-03-11 08:00 - 17:00
8:30 AM *Traditional Service Onsite
10:00 AM *SS/Bible Classes Onsite
11:15 AM *Contemporary Service Onsite

Individual Holy Communion Sign-Up
2021-03-21 13:00 - 16:00
Individual Holy Communion Sign-Up
On March 21 starting at 1:00 pm, we will offer Holy Communion to individuals or households that would like to sign-up for a 10-minute slot.
This is intended for those who have not been able to comfortable come receive the Lord’s Supper during our regular worship time. This will take place under the porte-cochere at church ONE family at a time. If you are interested, please contact Pastor Eden by phone or at pastortim@blcbcs.org and he will sign you up for the next available time, or answer any questions you have.

Virtual Devo & Games Night
2021-03-26 18:00 - 21:00
Devotions and Games Night
Next Event – Friday, March 26th from 6:00 pm-9:00 pm

contact DCE Jeff for more information: dcejeff@blcbcs.org

Maundy Thursday Services
2021-04-01
Worship services at 12:00pm (masks required) & 6:45pm
*Nursery will be available for all Holy Week services*

Good Friday Services
2021-04-02

Easter Sunday at Bethel
2021-04-04
We Celebrate the Resurrection of Our Lord

6:30 AM Easter Celebration/Communion [outside weather permitting]
8:15 Easter Celebration/Communion
10:00 AM Sunday School/Bible Class
10:45 AM Easter Egg Hunt
11:15 AM Easter Celebration/Communion
1:00 PM Easter Celebration/Communion (mask required service)
*Nursery will be available for all Holy Week services*

NEW MEMBER RECEPTION
2021-04-11
Join us after early worship as we welcome our newest members to Bethel Lutheran Church. We have a number of new people joining us. Please be sure to come and meet them, and give them a warm Bethel welcome.

End of Year Preschool Program
2021-05-21 18:00 - 20:00
Families will come watch their children sing, and then join us for food, activities, and fellowship! We need volunteers for this event, so contact Carolyn Janac at preschool@blcbcs.org if you are interested!

Vacation Bible School 2021
2021-06-20 - 2021-06-24
God’s Wonder Lab: Jesus Does the Impossible!
Vacation Bible School will run from June 20-24, Sunday-Thursday 6:00-8:30pm.
Registration is now open here and at the QR code below!

Photo Sessions for BLC 2021 Directory
2021-10-18 14:00 - 2021-10-22 20:30
Bethel is doing our new pictorial directory! We want everyone to get a new picture made so that our directory will be complete. Please make your appointment for your no-cost professional photography session today! Every family photographed will receive a free printed directory and 8×10 portrait.

Dates will be Monday-Friday the week of October 18th-22nd.
Appointments times each day are from 2:00pm to 8:30pm.
Schedule your appointment here.

Day of Photo Session: Please arrive at Bethel at least 10 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment start time. The session will take approximately 10 minutes and will include several poses. Family information for the directory will be taken from information provided during the online scheduling, so please ensure your information is correct when you sign up. After your session, you will be asked to schedule a Zoom meeting for a later date. During the Zoom meeting, you will be able to see your proofs, select your free 8×10 photo (the one used for the directory), and have the opportunity to purchase any extra portraits for family and friends.

Devo & Games Night
2021-10-22 18:00 - 21:00
Devotions and Games Night
Oct 22, Nov 12, and Jan 21
contact DCE Jeff for more information: dcejeff@blcbcs.org

All people are welcome to join us for Devo & Games Night. This night usually consists of a shred meal, devotion, and various board and card games. This group meets one Friday a month from 6-9pm. Childcare is provided.

Trunk or Treat!
2021-10-29 18:00 - 20:00
Friday, October 29th ~ 6:00 – 8:00 pm
We invite our Bethel Preschool families, as well
as Bethel Sunday School children (thru 4th
grade) to join us & even bring a friend!

Volunteers Needed! How can you help?
HOST A TRUNK – Decorate your trunk and
dress up to hand out candy. Vehicles will be
lined up in the rear parking lot to create a
neighborhood feel.
DONATE CANDY/TREATS – We will take
all kinds as long as they are individually
wrapped! Sign-up sheets are on the bulletin
board by the Parish Hall.

Questions? Call, text,
or email Cindi Hannes at 281-794-5320
or cahannes@outlook.com

Installation of Music Minister Tetsuya
2021-10-31 09:00 - 10:00 | Bethel Lutheran Church, 4221 Boonville Road, Bryan, Texas, 77802
Traditional Service Only (9 AM) on October 31
Join us as we welcome new Bethel Music Minister, Tetsuya Sugita!
He will be installed on Reformation Sunday during the only service of the day.
Be sure to bring food for the Celebration Potluck at noon to fellowship with the Bethel community and meet our new Music Minister!

Fall Blast (4th-6th Grades)
2021-11-12 17:30 - 2021-11-14 14:00
Sign up for Fall Blast with DCE Jeff or on the Youth bulletin board in the Narthex. Come join us for a weekend of fun at Camp Lone Star!
The plan is to leave for Camp Lone Star on Friday, November 12 at 6:00 pm. In years past, we have made it back to church on Sunday around lunch time.
The cost of the trip is $80/student. Each student will need to have the Bethel Lutheran Medical and Liability Release form filled out. We may need additional forms for Camp Lone Star; this will be identified after registration.

Advent by Candlelight
2021-11-13 18:00 - 21:00
Calling all ladies of Bethel, Confirmation age and up
Join us for this fellowship opportunity to prepare our hearts for the coming of our Lord and Savior.
The evening will be in the Parish hall beginning at 6pm with a light dinner, a program entitled “Five Little Words,” and special music.
Consider being on the committee and/or being a Table Hostess. If you are interested, please call Lois Erickson at (979) 774-7904 or signup at the table in the Narthex.
Reservations are required with $5/person to defray the costs of the event. The reservations can also be made at the Narthex signup table.
Help is also requested to raise a good sized monetary gift and/or purchase items for the ongoing needs for the Youth at Still Creek Ranch.
Signups start in the Narthex on October 3rd.
