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Volume 38, Issue 2 · February 2017
2017 CONGREGATIONAL GOALS
† Support an ongoing system of
formation of faith for all ages
through cross-generational
community building.
† Engage members in finding their
places in congregational ministry.
† Recognize and respond to
community needs by expanding
current community outreach
involvement.
† Commit to being inviting and
hospitable.
CONGREGATIONAL PRAYER EVENT
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 3:30-6:00PM
Luther’s Small Catechism is a rich resource for prayer. We will explore
this simple, family oriented text for great ideas for prayer. Luther’s
morning and evening prayers frame our day with God’s presence. His
prayers around meals let our gratitude to God be lifted up. Other
styles of prayer for all ages - preschool-adult will be presented and
practiced so that you might find one that fits you well. Active prayer,
creative prayer, spoken prayer, silent prayer and more. Childcare will
be provided for children younger than 3 years old. Faith is formed
through Devotions, so let us grow our faith together.
??? Contact Pastor Gary, [email protected] or Robin
Souhrada, [email protected].
So, what’s the big deal about the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation, anyway? Well,
it had profound historic impacts on the political structure of Europe, but we
remember it for the changes it brought to the thinking and practice of the Christian
Church in the 1500’s; changes that affect us even now.
To a great degree, God was thought of as angry at people and eager to punish. The
sins of people needed to be dealt with through acts of repentance in this life and
suffering for centuries in a place called purgatory after death. Only then, would God
offer forgiveness and welcome people into heaven.
People were taught that God didn’t really want to hear the prayers of sinners, but that those in heaven,
although not Jesus, could relay their prayers to God. People were taught that common work and family
life was not valued by God, but only official religious work was a calling from God.
The Reformation changed that. Martin Luther, and others, discovered, from the Bible, that God’s mercy
and grace were the primary ways that God met God’s people. Forgiveness was not in short supply with
God at all. God loved to hear the prayers of sinners. All work that served the neighbor and community
was a calling from God. God’s people live by trusting God’s love rather than by fearfully trying to be
perfect.
We owe the Reformation our return to the Bible and the recognition that “God is gracious and merciful,
slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love.”
“The church is a living partnership between the ministry of the congregation and ministry of the home.” Vibrant Faith
QUILT ’N CRAFT
Thursday, February 9 & 23, 7:00pm, at the
home of Donna Hansen, 3110 Alameda,
Cedar Falls, 290-4486. Bring your own craft
or learn a new one. All are welcome!
CHILI COOK-OFF/POTLUCK
The Souper Bowl of Caring Chili
Cook-Off/Potluck will be Sunday,
February 5, at noon, in the Fellowship
Hall. If you think your chili recipe is a winner, look for
the sign-up sheet on the table in the Fellowship
Hall. If you’re not a chili cook, consider bringing
something that pairs well with chili for the potluck.
For more information on the Souper Bowl of Caring,
see the “B.L.Y.M.P. & FM 4000 News” page.
ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday, Jan. 29, 10:00am
WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEALS
We are in need of volunteers who would like to help
prepare, serve and/or clean up meals during the
months of February, April, or May. If you are able to
volunteer, contact Heather Schneider, 266-3541 or
February 1 Walking Tacos February 15 TBA
February 8 TBA February 22 Sloppy Joes
CHOOSE YOUR FAVORITE HYMN SUNDAY
Twice a year we have a “chose your favorite hymn”
Sunday at our 8:30am worship service.
We look forward to this “stump the
organist” day, Sunday, February 19.
SCOUT SUNDAY FEBRUARY 5, 2017
"A Scout Is Reverent". As the twelfth point of the
Scout Law; Reverent is the most personal and most
challenging for young people to share. Through
dedicated and committed adult leadership Scouts
learn the meaning of reverence and 'To Love One
Another'. For 107 years Scouting has celebrated this
special day, while also observing February 8th as
Scouting's Anniversary Day as well. All Scouts and
Leaders are encouraged to wear their uniforms on
February 5th - "Scout Sunday". "Leadership & Service
IS the Difference."
COMMUNITY MEALS
Bethlehem will host Community Meals Tuesday,
February 21, 4:30-6:00pm at United Methodist
Church, 718 Clay Street, Cedar Falls. Watch for the
sign-up sheet on the Welcome Table in the Lobby if
you’re able to help. ??? Contact Keith Graber,
269-7784.
BOWLING OUTING
Mark your calendars for an all-church
Bowling Outing, sponsored by Nurture
Council, at Maple Lanes, 2608 University
Ave., Waterloo, Sunday, February 19, 2:00-4:00pm.
Cost is $3.75/adult and $2.75/child per game, shoes
are $2.50. Look for a sign-up sheet on the Welcome
Table. ??? Contact Diane Kestner, 277-2469 or
THANK YOU for the generous gifts given to us by
members of the congregation for Christmas and
New Year’s. Your support is valued and
appreciated. — Bethlehem Staff Members
As is often the case, when one chooses to contribute at Bethlehem, more is
received than given. We contributed the altar flowers in October, and
when I asked our altar guild chairperson what is done with flowers that are
left after service, I learned they are taken to New Aldaya. I decided to
leave the flowers for others to enjoy. Several days later, I received a thank
you phone call from Freda L. who assists with the Garden Club for the
residents in the Memory Care Unit at New Aldaya. Garden Club organizers
cut the flowers to the proper size for small vases, the residents choose their flowers and make lovely bouquets
that are then delivered to other residents. That particular week, they were able to make 17 bouquets some of
which were used on the tables for a meal hosted for families of Veterans who had been residents but had
passed this year. I happened to be at New Aldaya that week and when I saw how those flowers had been re-
purposed and pondered on how that had happened, I felt very blessed and proud to be a member of
Bethlehem Lutheran. What a marvelous example this is of Vibrant Faith at work; Bethlehem's mission and
God's Word is spread far beyond our building walls. -Sue Jorgensen Picture, top right, are bouquets similar to the ones Sue spoke of in her article. If you would like to learn more
about donating flowers or the particular vases used, you may speak with Freda Lovejoy.
ASH WEDNESDAY WORSHIP
Wednesday, March 1, 7:00pm.
Lenten worship services, meals and Wednesday
Night programming will begin Wednesday, March 8.
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UNIFIED GIVING THROUGH DEC 31
Income: $365,720.03
Mission Plan: $363,540.00
$2,180.03
WHEN HOSPITALIZED Please call the church office,
266-3541, if you or a loved one is in the hospital. Due
to changes in privacy policies, most hospitals no
longer contact a church when a member is
hospitalized.
CONTACT INFORMATION If you are moving, or if
you have changed your phone number or email
address, please contact the church, 266-3541 or
[email protected], so we can stay in touch
with you.
If you would like to add or remove
someone on the prayer chain,
contact Heather Schneider, 266-3541
PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY
If you know of someone who is experiencing
a difficult time, they may need a prayer shawl. If you
would like to have one, contact Heather Schneider,
[email protected] or 266-3541.
DONATE NOW
Use your smartphone to scan the
QR code or go to bethlehemcf.org
and click on “Give Online”
underneath the Worship tab.
319-266-3541, www.bethlehemcf.org
CHURCH OFFICE STAFF
Pastor Gary Hedding
Robin Souhrada - Director of Faith Formation
Rachel Storm - Office Manager
Heather Schneider - Ministry Coordinator
Friends and family of our members:
BLC members:
Those serving in the armed forces:
Kyle Dierks
Keith Heidemann
Forrest Maxson
Dan O’Connell
Bailey Smith
Chuck Assink
Janet Corbin
Mildred Gutknecht
Reed Hunemuller
Isabel Johnson
Donna Klingfuss
Allan Nielsen
Eldora Sturm
Darrly Torrin
Diane Vajgrt
Craig Arnold
Robin Arnold
Norb Borcherding
Robert Burk
Denise Cooper
Drew Cranston
Ginny Davis
Deloris Doehrmann
Anne Dotzler
Ryan Ehrhardt
Rhys Fletcher
Eizaya Fulks
Steve Godwin
Naomi Hagen
Jim Heiselman
Claire Hermanson
Jon Hernandez
Joan Jensen
Robert Johnson
Anna Jorgensen
John Jurris
Jason Luck
Anne Marcie
Andrew Miller
Finegan O’Keefe
Brent Osantoski
Jill Pechacek
Bob Schmitt
Barb Schroeder
Lawrence Seery
Liz Smith Warriner
Tom Spear
Corby Stinnett
Robin Vasquez
Minnie Ward
Jeff Webb
Alise Williams
Christine
Janeen
Kelly
Krissy
Michael
Keep in prayer
Sunday worship with Holy Communion
8:30am & 11:00am
Nursery available 8:15am-12:15pm
Pastor: Rev. Gary Hedding
Church office phone: 319-266-3541
Office hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-3:00pm
Friday, 8:00am-Noon
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.bethlehemcf.org
**Newsletter deadline: February 15**
Bulletin deadline: 9:00am Thursdays
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VOLUME XXXVIII NUMBER II JANUARY 24, 2017
Kurt & Shelby Wiethorn, Wayne Bartelt, Kelly Kestner
Kurt & Shelby Wiethorn, Sally Morrow, Megan Hermanson
Kurt & Shelby Wiethorn, Rich & Suzette Fisher
Kurt & Shelby Wiethorn, Sally Morrow, Megan Hermanson
5th
12th
19th
26th
FEBRUARY USHERS
8:30 Worship 11:00 Worship
Linda & Robin Hansen, Craig & Judy Goetsch
Linda & Robin Hansen, Craig & Judy Goetsch
Scott & Kathy Cessna, Craig & Judy Goetsch
Scott & Kathy Cessna, Craig & Judy Goetsch
FEBRUARY LECTORS
8:30 Worship 11:00 Worship
Mardy Holst Becky Anderson
Diane Kestner Sherri Larsen
Linda Hedding Janet O’Connell
Dan Mixdorf Doug Johnson
5th
12th
19th
26th
Rhea Buchanan Zoey Golden Neessen
Kai Kuempel Mallory Grund
Emma Halvorsen Kaleb Larson
Nevaeh Mohl Isabella Norton
FEBRUARY ACOLYTES
8:30 Worship 11:00 Worship
5th
12th
19th
26th
FEBRUARY ASSISTING MINISTERS
8:30 Worship 11:00 Worship
Terry Kestner Kent Anderson
Lisa Nelson Dave Rogers
Kathy Green Kent Anderson
Barb Becker Dave Rogers
5th
12th
19th
26th
FEBRUARY POWER POINT TEAM
8:30 Worship 11:00 Worship
5th
12th
19th
26th
Kestners Zoey Golden-Neessen
Kestners Lexi Sheeley
Kestners Lisa Newgard
Kestners Barb Davison
