Bethany Lutheran Church 8 South Lincoln Street, Batavia, IL 60510 - 630.879.3444

Bethany Messenger

From Pastor Scott

My first two weeks here at Bethany have been quite

active and very enjoyable. Everyone in the office is so

helpful and the spirit of cooperation and teamwork is

most evident. And talk about an awesome coffee hour-

wow! I am a person that struggles a little when writing about myself,

but I will give it a go.

I have had an eclectic work life and vocational life over the years. I’ve

worked in the steel and construction industries, was an engineer for

NASA, as well as a professional free-lance writer. When I entered the

ministry, I believe all of these experiences prepared me for relating to

people from all walks of life. Prior to becoming a Chaplain, I was senior

pastor of a church in the Northwest suburbs for five years. Chaplaincy

enabled me to become a good listener; to truly hear what people

were saying; the words behind the words if you will. I have enjoyed my

ministry positions and I am thrilled to be back in the church setting

once again.

My primary function here at Bethany is to provide guidance in calling

your next pastor. It has been a blessing that I am currently chair of the

call committee at my home church and have learned many things

that I can pass along to Bethany. I will share these “lessons learned”

with the council so that the church’s ministry profile reflects the

characteristics of your next called pastor that the congregation

desires.

In my short time here, I have found Bethany to be a church that really

has their act together. The next called pastor will not only be a blessing

to Bethany, but Bethany will be a blessing to that pastor. Although I

will not be a participant with the call committee, I will do everything I

can to provide guidance so that Bethany gets the best possible

pastor. I ask that the congregation pray that the Holy Spirit be a major

component in this process.

Thank you for the warm welcome I have received!

God bless,

Pastor Scott

Our Mission Called and empowered by

God’s grace in Christ Jesus,

we WORSHIP God,

Grow in FAITH, and

REACH OUT to others

Inside This Issue

From Pastor Scott Page 1

From Beth Page 2

Worship God Page 3

Grow in Faith Page 3

From Our Parish Nurse Page 4

Reach Out to Others Page 4

In Our Prayers Page 7

Upcoming Events Page 9

Important Stuff Page 10

In the Community Page 12

Save the Date Page 13

Council Highlights Page 14

Synod Assembly News Page 14

Pictures Page 16

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From Beth

For everyone’s enjoyment once again the poem from June 9th worship service:

Lutherans at worship

are more likely to roll their eyes,

than roll down the aisles.

We have Christmas and Easter

down cold,

but are fuzzy about Pentecost,

thinking it has something to do with

paying five times what something cost.

We’re pretty sure the understanding

between differing peoples on Pentecost

was to prepare Norwegians, Swedes, and Germans

for the day they would be in one church.

Lutherans can sing

“Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee”

without cracking a smile.

We shout at sports events

and whisper the Apostles’ Creed.

We believe Jesus is the Savior of the World

and our own personal Savior,

we just think it’s too personal to discuss.

Most of us have been evangelized

at some point in our lives

by a lutefisk zealot,

but never converted.

Lutheran scientists are working on vaccines

to ease the side effects

from learning new hymns and liturgies.

We eagerly encourage change

for other churches

and will consider it for ourselves,

unless it has something to do with removing pew

cushions,

changing the sanctuary carpet color,

or doing away with Sunday coffee hour.

We think every believer should be a tither,

especially Baptists.

Lutherans don’t take every word

in the Bible literally,

and do not memorize “proof texts,”

unless such helps us prove a point.

We require four years beyond college

to become pastors;

teaching them Greek, Hebrew,

and complicated theology;

all so they can speak to those

whose Christian learning stopped

at confirmation.

we can’t explain Holy communion

and we like it that way.

We are quick to help those in need,

while slow to admit

we need help ourselves.

Lutherans have a tried and

true motto,

“When the going gets tough,

form a committee.”

Yes, we can laugh at ourselves

because we can imagine

God laughing at us.

Although we may not always look

like the Pentecost Church,

we are what God’s got,

and that’s all

the Holy Spirit needs.

There my sisters and brothers,

is the miracle of Pentecost!

By Rev. Arlyn Tolzmann

Supply Pastor, June 9, 2019

Warm Blessings, Beth

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Worship God

July Lessons

Pentecost 4: July 7th

Isaiah 66:10-14

Psalm 66:1-9

Galatians 6:[1-6] 7-16

Luke 10:1-11, 16-20

Pentecost 5: July 14th

Deuteronomy 30:9-14

Psalm 25:1-10

Colossians 1:1-14

Luke 10:25-37

Pentecost 6: July 21th

Genesis 18:1-10a

Psalm 15

Colossians 1:15-28

Luke 10:38-42

Pentecost 7: July 28th

Genesis 18:20-32

Psalm 138

Colossians 2:6-15 [16-19]

Luke 11:1-13

Music this Summer

We are looking for people to sing/play for the 9:00am worship services this summer. A piano piece,

a duet with a friend or parent, an instrumental piece – we would love to have you be part of the

worship service. If you need some assistance in selecting a piece, Beth would be glad to help.

This is open to everyone. Please share your gift of music in worship this summer.

Choir du jour, the Men’s Choir, and the Women’s Choir will also be making appearances. Watch

for rehearsal times.

Summer Worship Schedule

The Worship Service Schedules for June, July, August is:

Sunday: (Traditional Service)

9am in the Sanctuary with 10am Coffee Hour in the Fellowship Hall following worship

Midweek Summer Worship: (The service will be informal, with Holy Communion, and will last about 45 minutes.)

Wednesdays, 6pm in the Chapel

Grow in Faith

Bethany Women - Circle Meetings

Hope Circle Monday, July 8th at Noon in Fellowship Hall

Kindness Circle Off for the Summer

Charity Circle Off for the Summer

Join a Circle now! Enjoy fellowship, fun and spiritual growth with other Bethany Women.

Theology on Tap

"Theology On Tap" will continue on Tuesdays at 7:00pm at the Gammon House in Batavia. We hope to lead this

with the current Lectionary readings. It should be a good discussion. See you there!

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From Our Parish Nurse

Healthy Cooking with Fresh Herbs

Fresh and fragrant, green and delicious, this time of year, herbs are filling our gardens, produce bins and local

farmers’ markets. Herbs offer a number of health benefits, along with bountiful flavors when added to our recipes.

Herbs are filled with antioxidants that have powerful disease fighting properties that are anti-inflammatory and

also specific herbs are anti-microbial.

Herbs are low in calories and have all the flavor and aroma that can keep us from eating too much fat, salt or

sugar. Here are a few that can easily be incorporated into your meals.

1. Basil: Sweet and mild basil, like many herbs, boasts antioxidants and essential oils. Delicious in caprese

salad, between juicy tomatoes and fresh mozzarella or whirled into a beautiful pesto, perfect for tossing

with pasta or drizzled over grilled fish or veggies.

2. Chives: Chives have a delicate onion flavor and like onions, they contain allicin which has been linked to

heart health. Snip and sprinkle on chicken, fish or scrambled eggs.

3. Cilantro: Perfect for tacos, fajitas, guacamole or any veggie dish that needs added pizzazz.

4. Dill: This delicate herb is a perfect companion for fish but also is delicious in scrambled eggs, goat cheese

or in a yogurt dip with fresh veggies.

5. Mint: This has essential oils that soothe and aid digestion. Fresh mint leaves fixed with lemon zest is the

perfect complement to a glass of tea.

6. Oregano: This is one of the hallmarks of all Italian, Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. Also pulse oregano,

lemons and capers to make a zesty marinade for grilled chicken, fish, eggplant or zucchini.

7. Parsley: Dark green and spikey parsley leaves contain amazingly high levels of vitamins C & K. Try adding

to salads for a wonderful addition. Also serve it with grilled chicken, lamb or hummus.

8. Rosemary: This herb is excellent for reducing inflammation and improving memory. My favorite way to use

this is a rub for chicken or ribs.

9. Sage: This one has many of the same benefits as rosemary and partners well with turkey, pork or winter

squash.

10. Thyme: Tops the list of herbs that are high in minerals, and packs a surprising amount of calcium and iron.

Great with roasted chicken or sautéed with mushrooms.

Fresh herbs are perishable, so the best thing to do is plant them in a small garden area or try container gardening

where you have access to them for all your meals. Also 1 tablespoon of fresh herbs equals 1 teaspoon dried

herbs. “Train children in the right way, and when old, they will not stray” Proverbs 22:6.

For any questions, assistance or resources to improve your health, contact me either by leaving me a message

at the parish office at 630-879-3444 or E-mail me at Mary.stola@amitahealth.org.

Peace,

Mary Stola RN, Faith Community Nurse

Reach Out to Others

School Supplies for LSSI and CHIP IN Students in need

Please help LSSI (Lutheran Social Services Illinois) help foster children in the Chicagoland by contributing

school supplies.

We are also collecting school supplies for the Batavia students in need through CHIP IN (Community

Helpers Impacting Children in Need).

If you can, buy an extra box of crayons or a notebook when you are shopping for school supplies.

Collection bin under the Resource Table through July 31st. Lists will be available on the Resource Table.

We thank you for your prayers and support of these children.

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Bethany Lutheran Church 8 South Lincoln Street, Batavia, IL 60510 - 630.879.3444

Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity

Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity is again building a home in Aurora

Scheduled to be completed in November

We at Bethany would like to donate a washer and dryer for the home

Our goal is to collect $1,500

Help to “buy a piece” (of the washer and dryer) by donating

Any amount of donation is acceptable

Envelopes for your donation are on the Resource Table

Questions: Contact a member of the Reach Team

Bethany is a participant of 2019 Faith Build Church

A MESSAGE FROM FOX VALLEY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity needs your help on a very important matter and it won’t cost you a penny. We are

looking for 5 more families that are currently renting or living with relatives that do not qualify with a bank for a

mortgage to buy their own home. These must be working low to moderate income families that only earn 30 - 80% of

the average median income.

We need your help because ALL of our Habitat families will tell you that they were not going to apply because they

were positive they would not be accepted. However, we specialize in families that banks won’t accept. Many families

are living in substandard apartments, moving frequently to find a better place to live, and many spend over half of

their income on rent. With Fox Valley Habitat for Humanity they can own a beautiful affordable home that never

exceeds 30% of their income. Give them a copy of this letter. Encourage them to apply. Often their mortgage

payment including principal, interest, taxes and insurance is LESS than the cost to rent.

Please help us find families that need our hand-up to transform their lives through affordable housing. It will make you

feel great and since we are a Christian housing ministry, we will all praise God for what He has done.

Please go to our website at www.foxvalleyhabitat.org to get more information or to have anyone apply.

Mutual Ground

Mutual Ground serves survivors of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault through many

avenues including but not limited to shelter, legal advocacy, counseling, prevention

education in schools, and medical advocacy.

Throughout the year, we are continually looking for some items to help our clients as they

transition to a safe environment.

Here is our current list of needs for our clients:

Bath Towels

Hair Conditioner

Body Wash

Lotion

Paper Towels

Toilet Paper

Razors

Cleaning Supplies

Deodorant

African American Hair Products

For a more detailed list visit

www.mutualground.org

THANK YOU to those who have already GENEROUSLY contributed.

There will continue to be a bin available in the Lower Narthex for donations.

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Can You Help Feed Those in Need? - Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry Serving

Our Bethany family provides volunteers to staff the Batavia Food Pantry on the second Friday of each month.

Can you help? Haven’t done it before? No problem. New volunteers always welcome!

Friday, July12th

9:45am-Noon

Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry, 100 Flinn St., Batavia

Sign up on the yellow sheet if you plan to attend. Call the Church Office or Kathy Richmond

(630-429-3574 or email drich76423@aol.com if this is your first time volunteering or if you have questions.

Donated items may be dropped off at the shopping cart in the Lower Narthex. You may also visit their website:

bataviafoodpantry.org.

$1 donation buys $8 food from the Northern Illinois Food Bank, Money donations are always appreciated.

CURRENT NEEDS

Cereal

Fruit Juice

Tuna Fish

Canned Chili

Pancake Mix

Syrup

Plain Pasta

Macaroni and Cheese

White Rice

Condensed Soup (vegetable, chicken

noodle)

Ready to Eat Soups (all types)

Ramen Noodles

Ketchup and Mustard

Salad Dressing (Ranch and Italian)

Packaged Potatoes (Mashed, Scalloped)

Bars of Bath Soap

Kitchen Garbage Bag (13 gallon)

Ziploc Bags – all sizes

Paper Napkins

Aluminum Foil

Laundry Detergent

Paper Towels

Baby Food – all stages

Baby Formula

Applesauce

Salt & Pepper

Sugar

Cooking oil

Tomato Paste

Spaghetti Sauce (jar)

Canned Beans (Garbanzo, Black, Kidney)

Canned Fruit (all types)

Peanut Butter

Strawberry and Grape Jelly

Canned Tuna

Canned Chicken

Body wash

Disposable Razors

Deodorant/Antiperspirant

Toothpaste and toothbrushes (medium)

Diapers (all sizes)

Feminine Products (pads/tampons)

Bethany Community Supper

Friday, July 26th, 5:00-7:00pm

Menu: Tacos, Mexican Rice, and Black Beans

Sundae Bar, children’s menu and “To Go” are available

Can you help? Sign up in Fellowship Hall.

Want to just eat? Sign up on the yellow sheet if you are planning to attend.

Blood pressure screenings will be available.

Wanted:

Desserts to go with a scoop of ice cream, homemade or store-bought

Your donations of travel sized personal hygiene products such as soap, lotion, toothbrushes, toothpaste, baby

wipes, laundry detergent, deodorant, etc.

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Bethany Lutheran Church 8 South Lincoln Street, Batavia, IL 60510 - 630.879.3444

These items will be made available to attendees of the Community Supper

Jar and canned olives, pickles and baked goods are requested donations

If you are able to provide a donation, please bring them to the kitchen, labeled “Community Supper”

We served 185 meals in June.

Thank you for your prayers, your donations, and your help toward Bethany Community Supper

Bethany Youth Mission Trip

We have ten youth and two adults going to the Twin Cities from July 7-12. They will be doing a variety of mission

work tasks with Youthworks. Please pray for them as they serve those in need in a large urban setting.

Aidan

Thomas

Ryan

Parker

Owen

Ashlyn

Fiona

Reilly

Joslyn

Molly

Dale , Chaperone

Marty Chaperone

In Our Prayers

During the last month we prayed for those who are part of the life of Bethany

who struggle with illness and other concerns, especially:

Keith

Charlene

Doug

Billy

Peter

Dee Dee

Glenn

Bob

George

Ellen

Please pray for those in care facilities, especially:

Dorothy ...................... Harry J. Ekstam, Holmstad, Batavia

John ............................ Harry J. Ekstam, Holmstad, Batavia

Nancy ........................ Michealson Health Center, Batavia

Maxine ....................... Jennings Terrace, Aurora

Marilyn ........................ Park Manor, Holmstad, Batavia

Roz ............................... Bria Health Services, Geneva

Pam ............................ Heritage Woods, Batavia

Karl .............................. Brighton Gardens, St. Charles

Peter ........................... Michaelson Health Center, Batavia

Bette ........................... Bria Health Services, Geneva

Walt ............................ Park Manor, Holmstad, Batavia

Mildred ...................... The Reserve, Geneva

Joan ........................... Michealsen Health Center, Batavia

Pat ............................... Heritage Woods, Batavia

Shirley ......................... Town Center, Holmstad, Batavia

Irma ............................ Harry J. Ekstam, Holmstad, Batavia

Joyce ......................... GreenFields of Geneva, Geneva

Mariann ..................... Heritage Woods, Batavia

Marion ........................ Plum Landing, Aurora

Please pray for those homebound, especially:

Lois E, Helen, Jack

Please pray for those in military service, especially:

Xander

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Last month we prayed for our family and friends, especially:

Chuck ......................... Friend of Maureen

Dorothy ...................... Mother of Diane

Ken .............................. Friend of Carol & Larry

Andy ........................... Friend of Carol & Larry

Don ............................. Uncle of Diane

Derrick ........................ Friend of Christina

Rachel ........................ Friend of Tom & Dee

Mary ............................ Daughter of Nita

Matt ............................ Friend of Andy & Kim

Joe .............................. Friend of Kathy

Bob .............................. Father of Bob

Connie ....................... Daughter of Nancy

Stacy ........................... Sister of Rick

Dolores ....................... Mother of Charlene

Olivia Grace .............. Great niece of Carol

Teri ............................... Sister of Sue & Bob

Tony ............................ Brother-in-Law of Sue & Bob

Kathy .......................... Friend of Sue Novy

Diane .......................... Friend of Ed Schalk

Kathryn ....................... Friend of Luke & Diane

Shirley ......................... Friend of Billy & Darlene

Jo ................................. Friend of Lois

Taye ............................ Friend of Beth & Kathi

Kirsten .......................... Friend of Lynne

Kelly .............................. Granddaughter of Eva

Healing for a family member John & Sherry

Bill ................................. Friend of Luke & Diane

Melissa ......................... Friend of Luke & Diane

Kyle .............................. Family of Luke & Diane

Larry ............................. Brother-in-Law of Bill

Wally ............................ Lynne’s daughter Teri’s Father-in-

law

Birthdays This Month

July 1 Madison

2 Cindy

2 Thomas

2 Talene

3 John ggins

3 Molly

3 Adeline

4 Trevor

7 Savannah

8 Bob

8 Karen

9 Alyssa

10 Carson

11 Alice

11 Kaitlyn

12 Collette

14 Karen

15 Leslie

15 Callum

15 Bianca

15 Pauline

17 Elizabeth

18 John

20 Lynn

21 Annaka

21 Emily

22 Christine

23 James

24 Walt

24 Rich

25 Hannah

26 Lois

26 Brittany

26 Malissa

27 Tom

27 Carleigh

30 Werner

30 Adele

31 Connie

31 Fiona

31 Nate

Anniversaries This Month

July 1 Sue & Lee

1 Maureen & Scotty

1 Danise & Bruce mons 2 Ann & James

9 Ann & Greg

10 Norma & Roger

13 Tracy & Matt

14 Shanna & Pete

19 Connie & Don

19 Ann & Fred

22 Jenny & Chris

24 Julie & Dale

24 Becky & Nick

27 Katie & Matt

30 Kari & Ed McQuillan

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Bethany Lutheran Church 8 South Lincoln Street, Batavia, IL 60510 - 630.879.3444

Upcoming Events

Singles Supper Club

• Singles Supper Club will be meeting July 14th and going to Port Edwards in Algonquin

• We will meet at church and depart at 3:00pm and take the church van or carpool

Sewing Sisters

Like to sew but for some reason you never get to it? How about sewing with a group of friends? Saturday, July

27th from 12:30am – 1:00pm the Sewing Sisters will meet in the Sewing Room in the Ministry Center, M111. Come

join us.

Have a Bean Coffee – 3rd Sunday of Every Month

Available for $10 a bag: whole beans, ground, and K-cups all in both decaf and regular

Tea is also available

Second Chance coffee, provides jobs for those who have been incarcerated and need work

to get back on their feet

Cards are available to meet those who are working for the company and how these jobs help

them move ahead

Prayer Shawl Ministry

Thursday, July 25th

1:00pm

Panera, downtown Batavia

Bring your needles and join the fellowship and fun

Cougars Family Night

We will be scheduling a Family Night at a Cougar’s Game for this summer.

Watch for the date and time in the Sunday Messenger Update

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Important Stuff

Why Go Lutheran: A Website for ELCA Colleges & Universities

ELCA colleges and universities have a helpful website – for students and parents as they embark on the college

search process. On the site families can:

Learn more about the value of the Lutheran college experience

Read about the distinctive features of a Lutheran liberal arts education

Complete one simple form to request college information from individual institutions

http://whygolutheran.org/

2019-20 Flower Calendar!

Would you like to donate flowers for the altar in honor of someone, to celebrate a

special occasion, or perhaps in memory of a loved one?

Sign-up chart posted on the Bulletin Board in the Fellowship Hall, or call the Church Office

(630-879-3444) if you are interested

Please indicate your name and the occasion celebrated or the individual to be honored

or remembered

Flowers may be taken home after worship on the date of donation

Sign up to Serve at Coffee/ Fellowship Hour on Sundays, it’s EASY!

Our Sunday Coffee Hour depends on our volunteers!

Call the Church Office for more information

Sign-up sheet is posted in Fellowship Hall

***We are also accepting donations of cookies and pastries that freeze well. The items

will be used for coffee hour when needed. Call or e-mail the Church Office for more

information, 630-879-3444, office@bethanybatavia.org)

Seeking Sunday School Teacher Teams

Please consider serving on a Sunday School Teacher Team for the 2019-2020

school year at Bethany Lutheran Church. We are implementing a Teacher Team

approach, to share the responsibilities (and entertainment!) of teaching. A

background in education is not a pre-requisite, but having fun is!

Sunday School Teacher Team positions may include grades Kindergarten through

5th grade, based on your particular interest. Teachers can help in designing new

curriculum, or use curriculum that has been used before. Let’s talk!

Background checks will be conducted on all teachers.

Contact any member of the Children and Family Ministry Team or Beth if you are interested (Karen Bunting, Jori

Toles, or Katie Carter, or email office@bethanybatavia.org).

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Bethany Lutheran Church 8 South Lincoln Street, Batavia, IL 60510 - 630.879.3444

Nursery Volunteers Needed

One of the best things Bethany has been able to offer to our young families is

nursery care during the worship service

If you or someone you know would be interested in helping fill this need, or

want to know what is involved, please give the office a call, contact Beth, or

indicate your interest on the yellow sheet so we can contact you

The Nursery will need an Adult volunteer each Sunday. Without a volunteer the

Nursery room will be open but unstaffed

If you are willing to help, please contact the Church Office

Recycled Eyeglasses

In many areas, people are unable to work or even be involved in routine activities because of

vision problems. Eyeglasses are not readily available or are simply unaffordable.

Our Reach Team collects old eyeglasses and sends them to the Lions/Lioness Club for distribution

to those in need.

Please put your cast-off glasses and sunglasses (no loose lenses or empty frames)

in the special box on the Coat Rack next to the Church Office.

Thank you to all who filled the box over the past several years!

Headed for College or ?:

We’d love to stay in touch with all of Bethany’s high school/college graduates, so please send

us your/their new e-mail address and snail-mail address to office@bethanybatavia.org, or write

them on the yellow sheet when you are in church. The Sunday School Youth would like to send

care packages in the near future.

News from Rwanda – Rev. Janelle Nuebauer

Bethany supports Pastor Janelle Nuebauer who is a missionary in Rwanda. Currently, a part of Pr. Janelle’s 18-19

team is a Batavia local Claire Heronemus.

Check out the latest on YAGM Rwanda Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/yagmrwanda/)

See the Fellowship Hall Bulletin Board for a printed copy of the latest newsletter from Pastor Janelle as she

she shares her experiences in Rwanda.

What does YAGM stand for? It stands for Young Adults in Global Mission, an ELCA mission program open to

young adults ages 21-29. It is a year long journey in international service in varous countries across the globe.

Current YAGM country programs include:

Argentina/Uruguay, Australia, Cambodia, Central Europe, Jerusalem/West Bank, Madagascar, Mexico,

Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, and United Kingdom.

If you are interest visit www.elca.org for more information. Applications for the program open on December 1st

of each year and are due by February 15th. Service begins in August of the same year.

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Become a Bethany History Buff

Have you ever wondered how far back Bethany’s roots go?

Bethany’s roots go back to St. Charles where the Society of Scandinavian Lutheran Church in St. Charles

was officially started on January 21, 1853.

In the Community

Vacation Bible School

Theme is “Beyond the Gold”

Monday through Friday, July 15th - July 19th

9:00am-12:15pm

Boys and Girls, ages 4 – 12, enjoy our very popular sports camp every summer!

Choose from the following activities:

o Basketball

o Soccer

o Cheerleading

o Arts & Crafts

o Team 45 (4 & 5 year olds)

Featuring Christian coaches, quality sports instruction, positive role models, daily Bible times,

skits and fun!

Every Camper Receives: A camp T-shirt, daily take home bible studies, and daily snacks

Register on-line: www.bethanybatavia.org, Registration fee is $35

VBS Volunteers needed!!!

Come hang out with some awesome kids? We need you!

Call the church office (630.879.3444) to sign up or for more information.

(Do not have to be available every day)

Vacation Bible School – Snack Donations

VBS snack donation collection has begun

Bin located under the Resource Source table in the Lower Narthex

Possible snack ideas (nut free): Gold Fish, Animal Crackers, Pretzels, Fruit Snacks, Granola Bars,

Fresh Fruit (ex. Grapes, Apples, Bananas) etc…

Elderday Update

We have been informed that Elderday will resume operations with a soft opening on August 5th here at Bethany.

There will be a Grand Opening on September 2nd. Michael Cobb is the new Executive Director and he comes

with experience and enthusiasm.

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Bethany Lutheran Church 8 South Lincoln Street, Batavia, IL 60510 - 630.879.3444

Be a Literacy Volunteer!

Help adults learn English! Tutor training will be held

Tuesdays and Thursdays (July 16, 18, 23, and 25)

6:30pm to 9:00pm

At the St. Charles Library

For more information or to register call/text 630.584.4428 or visit www.lvfv.org

Great Western Freedom 4, Lazarus House Charity Run

Thursday, July 4th

8:00am

LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve, St. Charles

4-mile Competitive Run, 2 Mile Scenic Walk, Kids Dash

Registration is open for runners and walkers who wish to participate in the 2019 July 4th Great Western Freedom

4 to benefit Lazarus House. Last year about 350 patriotic participants started their holiday out at LeRoy Oakes

Forest Preserve running, walking, or dashing to help their neighbors in need.

Participants can collect pledges to increase their giving however it is not required. Forms are available with a

link from the registration web page. www.lazarushouse.net

All proceeds benefit Lazarus House, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit Emergency Shelter, Center for Transitional Living,

and Outreach Program for men, women, and children who are homeless or in crisis from Batavia, Geneva, St.

Charles, or western rural Kane County.

Additional information can be found online at www.lazarushouse.net or by calling Darlene at 630-587-2144.

Save the Date

Bethany Women’s Luncheon

Sunday, July 28th

12:00pm – 2:00pm, Fellowship Hall

Salad Luncheon with a program to follow

The program will be given by Anthony Tortoriello, a photographer who has traveled extensively, but is

now back in the area to be closer to his mother who is at Heritage Woods. His photography program is

a visual slideshow showcasing the beauty of the area and of God's creation that surrounds us. He will

also talk a bit about how he is here caring for his elderly Mother with dementia and how he uses

photography to help balance out the stress involved with being a caregiver.

Hope to see you there!

21st Annual Hunger Scramble Golf Outing

You're invited to the 21st Annual Hunger Scramble Golf Outing presented by West Suburban Bank! Join us at

Cantigny Golf Club on August 27 for a full day of golf, food and drinks and networking! This fun, scramble-style

outing features on-course tastings, giveaways and scenic views. Stay for the 19th Hole Reception at the

Clubhouse, where you'll enjoy food, an open bar, a silent auction and raffle prizes. Your support will help

provide groceries for our hungry neighbors in Northern Illinois. Contact Kate Thomas with any questions

(kthomas@northernilfoodbank.org or 630-443-6910 ext. 117).

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Craft Fair for Mutual Ground

Do you make crafts? – quilts, paintings, woodworking, sewing, knitting, crocheting…?

We will have a Craft Fair on Saturday, November 2nd

The proceeds of the table rental and the sale of Bethany items will go to Mutual

Ground

We need people willing to donate their crafts or to rent a table to sell their items.

We will also need people to:

o Help with set up

o Prepare food

o Donate baked goods

o Taking tickets at the raffle table

o Greeting people at the door

o Other duties as assigned

o There will be something for everyone

We are beginning the planning, but if you have questions or donations, please

contact Beth or Jonelle Mickelson

Council Highlights

Approved congregation survey to gather information for the Call Committee

Set Council installation for July 14th

Approved Pastor Scott’s housing allowance

Elected Council Officers

o President – Rick McKiness

o Vice-President – Lynn Dreymiller

o Secretary – Doug Clark

o Treasurer – Steve Mickelson

Discussed Liaison Assignments which will be decided on next month

Synod Assembly News

Report on the 32nd Annual Assembly Metropolitan Chicago Synod, ELCA

Meeting in assembly from June 7 to 8, 2019, at the Tinley Park Convention Center, Tinley Park,

Illinois, the synod elected a new bishop to serve for the next six years. Bishop-elect Curry was

elected on the fifth ballot, with 258 votes. The Rev. Heidi Torgerson, director for mission personnel

and leadership formation, ELCA Global Mission, received 226 votes. The bishop-elect has served

as pastor of Shekinah Chapel Lutheran Church in Riverdale, Illinois, since 2013. He served as

mission developer of Shekinah from 2007 to 2012. He is replacing Bishop Wayne N. Miller, who is retiring August 31,

2019, after two terms.

After the first ecclesiastical ballot for bishop, Bishop Miller gave his report in which he looked at the strengths,

weaknesses, opportunities, and threats facing the synod moving forward. He closed his report by thanking the

assembly for the privilege of serving as bishop for the past 12 years. A reception in Bishop Miller’s honor was held

Friday night of the assembly. Following the Bishop’s Report, the assembly heard the ELCA Report from Bishop-

elect Kevin Strickland, who chaired the ballot for bishop and served as the ELCA Churchwide Office

Representative, and Vice President Terry Henderson presented the Sunergos Award to former Vice President

Nanette Dahlke.

Over the two days of plenaries, the assembly heard reports from the synod officers and from partner ministries

including: Portico Benefit Services, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois, the ELCA Credit Union, ELCA Campus

Ministry, and Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service. In addition, participants heard eight mission moments,

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coordinated by the synod’s Mission Interpreter Network, telling the story of congregations and partner ministries

making a difference in their local communities, nationally, and around the world. Opportunities to attend

workshops and hearings were held in two sessions on Friday afternoon.

After devotions on Saturday morning, the budget was approved as presented, and two resolutions and one

memorial were debated and adopted. The memorial MEM. 01-19 On Supporting the Adoption of the

Recommended Proposed Social Statement Faith, Sexism, and Justice: A Lutheran Call to Action was adopted as

presented, and the resolution RES. 01-19 On Supporting the Adoption of the Recommended Proposed Social

Statement Faith, Sexism, and Justice: A Lutheran Call to Action, was also adopted as presented. RES. 02-19 On

Dealing with Depression and Intentional Death (or Suicide) in Our Churches was adopted as amended.

Elections to synod council and the committees on discipline and consultation were all by acclamation as all

names ran unopposed. The bolded names are conference nominees. Names with an asterisk are for People of

Color/Language Other. The Conference Key is: C = Central; N = North; NE = Northeast; NrW = Near West; NW =

Northwest; S = South; SW = South West; W = West.

Elected to the synod council were: Jennifer De Leon * (C); Rev. Jason Glombicki (C) Rodger Jones Jr. * (C); Rev.

Tim Linstrom (N); Dcn. Tracy Katschke (N); Rev. Erik Christensen (NE); Rev. JoAnn Post (NE); Rev. Eric Worringer (NE);

Pam Willey (NW); Charles Willett Jr. * (SW); Rev. Joe Yucha (W); Rev. Amy Aimonette (W); and Rebecca Payne

(NE, Young Adult).

Elected to the Committee on Discipline were: Rev. Gwendolyn Miller * (S); Rev. Keith Fry (NE); Rev. John Freidheim

(NrW); and Patricia Harper * (S).

Elected to the Committee on Consultation were: Nanette Dahlke (N); Rev. Thomas Gaulke (NE); Rev. Julie Boleyn

(NrW); Rev. Terry Baeder (SW), and Rev. Steven Srock (W).

After a closing prayer and the Order for the Closing of an Assembly, the day ended with a Celebration of the

Holy Eucharist to which all were invited. The offering of $3,005 was sent to Lutheran Immigration and Refugee

Service.

Photographs, election results, and final resolutions, are available at www.mcselca.org/assembly.

Anyone interested in reading Bishop Miller’s report it is available at the following and there is a copy posted on

the bulletin board in Fellowship Hall.

http://www.mcselca.org/Bishop_Report_Text_2019.pdf

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Pictures

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Synod Assembly 2019

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Thank You

Thank You

Thank you for your generous gifts to the Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry and Clothes Closet.

The staff at Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry and Clothes Closet

**See the Bulletin Board in the Fellowship Hall for Thank You Letters**

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Staff & Council

Church Staff:

Interim Pastor .....................................................Rev. Scott Castello

Visitation Pastor* ............................................... Rev. Steven Ritter

Director of Music/Pastoral Associate ............. Beth Lawniczak

Administrative Assistant* ................................... Kathi Gorlewski

Administrative Assistant* ............................... Darlene Hutchens

Administrative Assistant* .................................. Lura Dreymilller

Financial Secretary* .............................................. Maureen Scollon

Organist* ................................................................................ Alan Spear

Parish Nurse* ....................................................................... Mary Stola

Nursery Attendant* ....................................................................... Open

(* Part-time)

Congregation Council:

Charlene Boehm ..................................................................President

Rick McKiness....................................... Vice-President/Property

Lynn Dreymiller ........................... Secretary/Worship & Music

Steve Mickelson ............................................... Treasurer/Finance

Charley Andersen .................................................... Memorial Gifts

Kelli Coonrod ............................................................................... Youth

Molly Cox .............................................................. Children & Family

Andrea Gustafson.................................................................... Service

Carie Holzl ....................................................................... Stewardship

Marty Offutt-Gruber ...................................................... Evangelism

Laura Peterson ................................................... Adult Discipleship

Doug Clark ............................................................................. Personnel

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Links to Resources and Events

Aurora University Events

alumni.aurora.edu

Elderday Center

www.elderdaycenter.org

Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

www.ELCA.org

Fermilab Public Events

events.fnal.gov

Hesed House

www.hesedhouse.org

Lazarus House

www.lazarushouseonline.com

Living Lutheran

www.livinglutheran.org

Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago

www.lstc.edu/lstc-life/events

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois

www.lssi.org

Metropolitan Chicago Synod ELCA

www.mcsela.org

Mutual Ground

www.mutualground.org

Lutheran Suicide Prevention Ministry

www.lutheransuicideprevention.org

Rev. Janelle Neubauer, ELCA Missionary

http://jsneub.blogspot.com/2017/

www.facebook.com/janelle.neubauer

YAGM Rwanda

www.facebook.com/yagmrwanda/

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