Announcements

TIDINGS from BETHLEHEM -----Monthly News From In & Around Our Parish----- From the Pastor’s Desk March 2026 “Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28- (NRSV) Have you ever had one of those moments? You come to worship, eager, but not expecting anything spiritually monum

Dearest Members of Bethlehem, This coming Sunday evening is the “Super Bowl.” Super Bowl Sunday has become something akin to a national holiday. People spend the day in preparation; there’s shared food, festivities, and family traditions. Which I think is just great. Now, as you reach your hand down into the chip bowl this evening, for one more handful of nachos… you might be thinking, why do we call this game the “Super Bowl ?” And as a matter of fact, how about “bowl” ga

As parking issues persist, after much deliberation, the First Monday Community Meal has been cancelled for February. Please spread the word. See you in March!

Bible Study for both morning and evening has been cancelled due to snow accumulation, making parking and building access difficult. See you next week!

Dearest Members of Bethlehem, “Am I not free? Am I not an apostle? Have I not seen Jesus our Lord? Are you not my work in the Lord?” -1 Corinthians 9:1 There’s a classic hymn that asks a timeless question, “Have you seen Jesus my Lord?” Before you can think too long about your answer to the question, John Fischer, the hymn’s writer offers a startling revelation in the very next line, “He’s here in plain view.” Wow! And just in case you needed more evidence, the hymn proc

To ensure the safety of our staff, the church office will be closed through Tuesday.

The Bethlehem Lutheran Church office will be closed today due to inclement weather.

TIDINGS from BETHLEHEM -----Monthly News From In & Around Our Parish----- A word from our Associate Pastor February Dear friends in faith, During the season of Lent many Christians turn the

Tomorrow, January 25, we will be holding in person services and Sunday School. However, we do encourage you to stay home while using your best judgement as the winter storm develops.

Access to the Annual Meeting online has been sent to your email. Please check your email for the link. The meeting will follow the 10:30 worship.

Schedule Updates for January 24-25, 2026 Events Canceled: 1/24 Chili Cook Off 1/25 No Luncheon following the Annual Meeting. Annual Meeting will be held. 1/25 Confirmation Class or Youth Group

The Saturday Chili Cook-Off event has been cancelled due to pending winter storm.

Due to the pending weather conditions for this Sunday, the LUNCHEON after the annual meeting has been cancelled. Worship and the Annual Meeting will still take place.

Dearest Members of Bethlehem, “And let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the day approaching.” -Hebrews 10:25 This Sunday, January 25th is Bethlehem’s annual congregational meeting. And I am almost sure that even with just that sentence I have already lost several folks. But I really do hope that you will stick with me for a few mor

Dearest Members of Bethlehem, “I am confident of this, that the one who began a good work in you will continue to complete it until the day of Jesus Christ. -Philippians 1:6 It has been said that an effective way to fend off the doldrums is to have something to “look forward to.” There definitely is some truth to this encouragement. A genuine sense of anticipation and expectation can be a real blessing. It permits us to hope for a joy-filled future without being consumed by

In this episode, Pastor Dan Smail and Pastor Wendy Farone are joined by Andre Francois, who has been the chair of the Stewardship Committee for many years. We explore how to recognize and use the gifts God has placed within you. We share practical insight on discovering your strengths, serving with purpose, and honoring God through everyday stewardship. It’s an encouraging, focused conversation that reminds you that your gifts were meant to be used. www.belc.org/podcast or w

Dearest Members of Bethlehem, “Then opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.” -Matthew 2:11 This is the Epiphany of our Lord! January 6th isn’t just the day set aside for the removal of Christmas decorations, it is the inauguration of a new liturgical season. Of course, today is the day we remember the Magi following the star and finally making their way to Jesus. The wise ones brought gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. We k

Whether you come to 8:00 or 10:30 worship service, there is Sunday School in-between at 9:15! Join us this Sunday