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SUNDAY SERVICES 9:00 and 11:00am March 22, 2015
Sermon Series
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK MARCH 22, 2015
THURSDAY, MARCH 26 5:45pm Celebrate Recovery (Fellowship Hall)
FRIDAY, MARCH 27
SATURDAY, MARCH 28 9:30am Prayer Shawl Meeting (Me and Ollie’s-Greenland)
SUNDAY, MARCH 29 9:00am Student Ministry (Barn) 10:30am Greece Mission Trip Meeting (3rd Floor Conference Room ) 11:00am Kids Ministry (Lower Level) 11:00am Kids Ministry (Lower Level) 11:00am Love Works (Lower Level)
SUNDAY, MARCH 22Service 9:00 and 11:00am
9:00am Student Ministry (Barn) 900am Kids Ministry (Lower Level) 11:00am Kids Ministry (Lower Level) 11:00am Love Works (Lower Level)
TUESDAY, MARCH 24 6:15am Men’s Bible Breakfast (Fellowship Hall) 9:30am Women’s Beth Moore Study (Room 118) 12:30pm First Place For Health (Room 115) 2:00pm Senior Bible Study (Room 121)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 25 6:15pm DivorceCare (Room 116) 6:15pm Divorce Care for Kids (Room 107) 6:30pm Student Youth Group (Barn)
MONDAY, MARCH 23
Parents-please be aware that though kids in grades 1-4 are dropped off in the village, they are picked up in their ‘homerooms’. You can get assistance at the Registration Boat.
1A 1B 2A 2B 3A 3B 4A 4B
ROOM 118 ROOM 118 ROOM 117 ROOM 116 ROOM 119 ROOM 113 ROOM 115 ROOM 100
Operating FundRevenue / Expense Summary
2 Months through February 28, 2015
2014 Actual Budget Actual vs. Budget
Giving $324,091 $346,000 $(21,909)Net Expenses $370,947 $371,716 $(769)Income/(Loss)
$(46,856) $(25,716) $(21,140)
FINANCIAL
9:45am Community Bible Study (Fellowship Hall)
6:30pm Changes That Heal and Beyond (Barn) 6:45pm Men’s CR Step Studies (Room 118)
ABOUT BETHANYOur Mission To be a Christian community where the love of God is transforming us from the Inside Out and our love for God is drawing the Outside In.
Our VisionBethany Church is a loving community, intentionally connecting with one another, so that we may be:
- Comforted by the Grace of God - Changed by the Word of God - Challenged by the Mission of God
BETHANY IS ON THE AIR TV - Portsmouth ppmtv, Channel 98, Exeter, Brentwood and Stratham Public TV Channel 98, Sandown TV, Channel 17, Raymond TV, Channel 13 and Epping Public TV. (Check your local listings for times.)Radio - WSEW 88.7 FM, Sundays at 12:00pmWeb - Live broadcasts Sundays at 9:00 & 11:00am. Archives on demand 24/7.
CD and DVD - Full worship services available in the Fellowship Hall.
Office HoursMonday - Friday ..............................8:30am - 5:00pm
Reception closed from 12:30 - 1:30pm Some early closings on Friday
WELCOME VISITORS!We are excited to have you in our service today! If we don’t get the opportunity to first meet you, please feel free to introduce yourself and to ask any questions you may have at our Welcoming Center. There are also Daily Breads and Lent devotionals available at the Welcome Center.
Welcome PacketMore information about Bethany Church and our ministries is available at our Information Center.
The CaféOur cafe, located in the Fellowship Hall, is open Sunday mornings, 8:30am - 12:30pm. An assortment of food and beverages are available after each service.
In Need of Prayer? If you are in need of prayer, members of our prayer team are available at the front of the Sanctuary after each service. Prayer cards are also available in the pews. You may place your cards in the offering plate or in the box at the Information Center.
Moms & BabiesThe door to the Moms & Babies Room is located between the Sanctuary doors by the windows.
Hearing Impairment If you have a hearing impairment and would like an assistive listening device for the service, please ask one of our ushers.
Membership at BethanyIf you are interested in learning about Bethany Church or becoming a member, please contact Martha Kiper at [email protected].
Gluten-Free Communion WafersWe are now offering a gluten-free option for Communion. Communion is celebrated the second Sunday of each month. Pick them up at the Information Center or see an usher before the service.
Snow Cancellation/Delay ProcedureOnce a determination is made whether to close
or delay Sunday services or midweek events, a message will be placed on the main church
phone, 603-431-3646, by 7:00am. In addition, an announcement will be made through WMUR-TV Channel 9 and the Bethany Church website at:
www.bethanychurch.com,If we have to close the Church on Sunday morning, we will bring you the services “live”, at the regularly scheduled times, at www.bethanychurch.com
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Love Works - It Does! - Last Class Today!! Contact: Jan Dietrich ([email protected])Families of kids in grades 1-6 are invited to love on kids in Boston Children’s Hospital through our Love Works Workshops.today from 11:00am-12:15pm. Come for one day or all. We’ll meet in the village at 11am for a devotion then break out to your choice of workshops: • Make soft hats for kids going through chemo using a loom • Tie dye inspirational pillowcases to bring in hope and fun • Finish and decorate tic tac toe games to help pass the time
LIFT Contact: Leanne Knight([email protected]) LIFT’s mission is to fill young adults with the Holy Spirit by providing a safe community that encourages spiritual growth and personal transformation. This community is created through small groups in homes or public meeting places where members build rela-tionships, come along side one another, and provide accountability to each other in their faith. We live out this mission by meeting in connect groups to deepen our faith, getting together in fellowship to deepen our relationships with each other, and serv-ing alongside one another through outreach events. For more information and meeting times, please visit, www.bethanychurch.com.
BETHANY MISSION NIGHT is coming!Wednesday, April 8 Dinner 5:30 - Program 6:30pmMark your calendar! Special SKYPE session featuring our own SUE & JAY JENKINS live from Senegal! Join us! (Childcare not provided)
SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENTChanges That Heal and Beyond starts Tomorrow Contact: Pat Fuller ([email protected])“Changes That Heal and Beyond” will build on the learning and insights explored in last Fall’s “Changes That Heal” Group Study. This program focuses on building an awareness of the hindrances that keep us from an intimate relationship with Jesus and limits our relationships with one another. Come and see where God is inviting you to grow and heal. Prior attendance to any of the previous Changes that Heal sessions is not necessary. Classes will be offered on the second and fourth Mondays of the month from 6:30-8:00pm in the Barn at the Greenland Campus beginning March 23rd. Sign-up sheets for “Changes That Heal and Beyond” are available at the Welcoming Center.
Stonecroft Bible Studies Contact: Lane Henderson ([email protected] or 603-580-5206) Discover the adventure of a personal relationship with God and introduce others to God’s unlimited love, grace, forgiveness, and power. These individual or small group Bible studies (your preference) are for all levels of faith and reinforce the foundational truths of Christianity. Flexible times available.
Senior Bible Study Tuesdays, 2:00 - 3:30pm, Room 121Contact: Glynn Ballew ([email protected] or 603-379-2850) We are studying 1 Timothy. A weekly study guide is provided at each class. Come and join us every Tuesday afternoon as we gather for fellowship and the study of His Word. We also join together once a month and go out to lunch.
CONNECTINGMen’s Bible BreakfastTuesdays, 6:15am - Fellowship HallContact: Pat Fuller ([email protected]) Led by Pastor Dirk Rodgers, we continue our Kings & Kingdoms study. Solomon has left the kingdom to his son. What will happen now? Come and see how God’s sovereignty works even through our sinful ways. This is a great time to encourage one another to stay on course spiritually, to be the men that God called us to be. We enjoy breakfast and conversation from 6:15 – 6:45am, followed by an in-depth Bible Study. We dismiss promptly at 7:30am, so we can all get to work!
Iron Sharpens Iron - April 25th This year’s Iron Sharpens Iron Event is on April 25th. For information, visit the Information Center in the Rotunda, or, register at www.ironsharpensiron.net.
L O V EW O R K S
it does.
Week 3: Deluded
Rev. Dr. Dirk Rodgers, Executive Pastor
Bethany Church
Sermon Notes: Week 3: Total Devotion — Deluded
T___________ UP
“Then the devil took him to the _______ ________ and had him stand on the highest point of the temple.” Matthew 4:5
“‘If you are the Son of God,’ he said, ‘________ yourself _______.’” Matthew 4:6a
“For it is written: ‘He will command his ________ concerning you, and they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.’” Matthew 4:6b; see Psalm
91:11-12
“Jesus answered him, ‘It is also written: “Do not put the Lord your God to the _________.”’”Matthew 4:7
M___________ UP
“Do not follow other gods, the gods of the peoples around you; for the LORD your God, who is __________ _______, is a jealous God and his anger will burn against you, and he will destroy you from the face of the land. Do not put the LORD your God to the test as you did at Massah.”
Deuteronomy 6:14-16
“So they quarreled with Moses and said, ‘Give us water to drink.’ Moses replied, ‘Why do you ____________ with me? Why do you put the LORD to the test?’” Exodus 17:2
“And he called the place Massah and Meribah because the Israelites quarreled and because they tested the LORD saying, ‘Is the LORD __________ us or not?’” Exodus 17:7
“…Moses said to them, ‘Listen, you rebels, must we bring you water out of this rock?’ Then Moses raised his arm and struck the rock twice with his staff. Water gushed out, and the
community and their livestock drank.” Numbers 20:10-11
“But the LORD said to Moses and Aaron, ‘Because you did not trust in me enough to honor me as holy in the sight of the Israelites, you will not bring this community into the
land I give them.’” Numbers 20:12
“These were the waters of Meribah, where the Israelites quarreled with the LORD and where he was ___________ ___________ among them.” Numbers 20:13
L____________ UP“Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall trouble or hardship or persecution
or famine or nakedness or danger or sword? As it is written:
‘For your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.’
No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor
the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
Romans 8:35-39
NEXT STEPS: A Fasting Challenge – Part 3• Skip two meals this week (if you are medically able to do so)
• Spend the time memorizing Romans 8:35-39 (above)
• Share the Journey
Connect Group Discussion Guide: Week 3 —Deluded
OPENING• How do we really know when someone really loves us?
GOING DEEPER
• Read Matthew 4:5-7. Why might Jesus be tempted to throw Himself down off of the highest point of the temple?
• Read Exodus 17: 1-5 and Numbers 1-13? How did Israel “test God”? What was God’s response to this test?
• How might we test God, and why shouldn’t we do it?
• Have you ever doubted God’s love for you? If so, how have you worked through these doubts?
CHALLENGE
• Were you able to participate in the Fasting Challenge, Part 3? If so, describe your experience to the group.
• How can we encourage one another regarding the love that God has for us?
PRAYER & CARINGIntercessory PrayerIntercessory prayer is being held in the front of the Sanctuary between Sunday services from 10:30-10:50am. We are praying for the pastors, staff and ministries of Bethany Church and other prayer needs and requests of the Bethany Church family.
Visitation Team/Compassion Meals Contact: Pat Fuller ([email protected]) We all have times in our lives when a caring visit proves to be a precious gift. If someone in your family would like to receive a visit, or if you know someone from Bethany that could use help, let us know. If you would like to join either team, please contact Pat.
Divorce Care - through April 15Wednesdays, 6:15pm - Room 116Contact: Scott McKinney ([email protected]) DivorceCare is a supportive group program designed specifically to lead us, with God’s support, toward healing from the misery of divorce. We walk through steps from week to week that bring us through anger, depression, loneliness, forgiveness, and all the issues we often think that no one else understands!
Divorce Care for Kids (DC4K) - through April 15 Wednesdays, 6:15pm-Room 107 Contact; Lettie Tzizik ([email protected]) Divorce Care for Kids is a wonderful program designed specifically to help comfort children of divorce. DC4K runs concurrently with adult DC.
FAMILY MINISTRIESJoin our Check-In/Welcoming TeamContact: Jan Dietrich ([email protected]) Check-In is one of the easiest and most fun places to serve! You get to greet smiling faces of kiddos as you check them in. And…the serving time is only 30 minutes at the service of your choice, on the week(s) of your choice. Don’t let the check in stations intimidate you…it’s really not hard at all.
MISSIONSGreece Mission Trip - July 2015Contact: Steve([email protected] or 802-249-1294) Have you ever wanted to go to Greece? Now is your chance! Don’t miss out the opportunity of a lifetime! Pick up your Cross and come with us for an exciting 10 day journey as we partner with Greek Ministries in spreading The Gospel. Come walk in the footsteps where Apostle Paul preached and taught! Partake in the Great Commission. Meetings are March 29; April 12 & April 26th at 10:30am, in the 3rd floor meeting room.
PRAYER & CARINGBefore You Divorce Contact: Bill Maloney (603-475-4235) or Pauline Maloney (603-944-7993) Is there a couple you know who is struggling in their marriage and heading for divorce? Is your marriage struggling? Give us a call. We work with one couple at a time, helping them to restore their marriage.
Stephen Ministry Contact: Bonnie O’Keefe (603-772-2748) Stephen Ministers are trained to give Christian care to those who are going through a period of crisis. If you are in need, please contact Bonnie. Men and women ministers are available.
For Men Only (FMO) is a peer-led, confidential support group for men struggling with sexual temptations and addictions. Weekly meetings at Bethany are available. For more information, please call 603-812-8556.
Cancer Prayer Support Group April 12, 6:00pm - 3rd Floor Classroom Contact: Bethany Church (603-431-3646) If you’re dealing with cancer or survived cancer, we ask you to join this support group. Receive prayer and encouragement from those who have walked this path.
Celebrate Recovery - Fellowship Hall Thursdays, Dinner 5:45pm-Discussion 6:30pm Contact: Max (603-505-2600) Come and experience a safe place to find freedom from life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits. Everyone over 18 is welcomed. Just come join us! Contact Max for more information.
First Place 4 Health A Christ Centered Weight Loss Study Tuesdays, 12:30pm - Room 115 Contact: Linda Casella ([email protected])Ready to be free from the past, handle the pressures of today, and move forward to the future God has planned for you? This session of First Place 4 Health will show us how God’s Word can show us the way, and we can “move forward together” toward His purpose for our lives!
Prayer Shawl Ministry Saturdays, 9:30am, Me & Ollie’s - Greenland Contact: Dennie Forte ([email protected] or 603-431-0024) Comfort and Joy!! Love and Peace!! These are just a few of the prayerful gifts stitched into every prayer Shawl. If you or someone you know will benefit from the warmth and caring that a Prayer Shawl will bring, please ask at the Welcoming Center or Church office.
SERMON NOTES:
CONTACT INFORMATIONBethany Main Number603-431-3646
After Hours Emergency CareDial 603-431-3646 and press 2
Ministry Bulletin Announcements [email protected] by 5:00pm on Monday.
BOARD OF ELDERS: CONTACT INFORMATION: Jim Serpliss, Chairman 207-363-4344Peter Schaeffer, Vice-Chair 603-436-5284 Robert Goodman , Treasurer 603-661-5969 Francois Vorster, Secretary 603-580-1981 Peter Hopkinson 603-778-9880 Pauline Maloney 603-944-7993 Eric Savage 603-772-6259 Doug Snell 978-270-3919 George Swible 603-659-3549
Minutes from the Elders’ meetings are available at the Information Center: Bethany Church Offices: 603.431.3646 www.bethanychurch.com
BETHANY’S LEADERSHIP STAFF
500 Breakfast Hill RoadGreenland, NH 03840Phone: (603) 431-3646Fax: (603) 334-6072www.bethanychurch.com
RAYMOND CAMPUS STAFFAli Bousquin Family Ministries [email protected] 603-570-9002
Katie Lovgren Worship Arts [email protected] 603-570-9041
Kim O’Brien Executive [email protected] 603-570-9041
Rev. Dr. Bruce Boria Senior PastorExec. Asst. Rosanne Palombi [email protected] 603-570-9035
Rev. Dr. Dirk Rodgers Executive [email protected] 603-570-9009Exec. Asst. Pat Fuller [email protected]
Rev. Tim Carpenter Family Ministries Pastor [email protected] 603-570-9036 Exec. Asst. Leanne Knight 603-570-9029 [email protected]
Gene Bullis Church Administrator [email protected] 603-570-9007
Steve Bailey Facilities Operations Mgr./IT Mgr. [email protected] 603-570-9043
Greg Brooks Communications Coordinator [email protected] 603-570-9024
Jan Dietrich Kids’ Ministries [email protected] 603-570-9010
Carole English Accounting [email protected] 603-570-9006
Pat Fuller Caring [email protected] 603-570-9033
Julie Huwe Events [email protected] 603-570-9023
Martha Kiper Connecting [email protected] 603-570-9071
Joe Sommers Technical Arts [email protected] 603-570-9027
Rev. Bob Whittet Missions Pastor [email protected] 603-570-9129
Drew Yount Worship Arts [email protected] 603-570-9008
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