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VOLUME 72 MAY 2020 NUMBER 5
TO THE CONGREGATION
Corona Virus (COVID-19). Are you as tired of this as most are? It is necessary to comply with those who advise us about this situation - so Bethany Church Council voted to suspend all Church Services, meetings and other events for as long as necessary.
They will meet again on Friday, May 1, 2020. The Office is open 9:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday thru Thursday. If you have a need, we have people available who can help you. Call 570 368-8933. God Bless and protect us all, Pastor David.
HOLY COMMUNION IS CELEBRATED EVERY SUNDAY
"HE IS RISEN! HE IS RISEN INDEED! ALLELUIA!"
There can be no better news than "Christ, the Lord is Risen! He is risen indeed." What an exciting and beautiful day for Christians. We greet and celebrate our Lord's rising with joy and thanksgiving as well as participate in His "Feast of Love and Forgiveness."
It will be with great joy when we all can gather at the Altar at Bethany and receive Holy Communion as a family. This is our hope for the near future. We need to be cautious as we plan to resume services. Our prayer is for May, maybe May 10, Mother's Day. We will let you know for sure.
HEALING SERVICE -
Sunday, June 7 is being planned
Pastor David will conduct a service of the word for Healing, following the 10:45 am. service Sunday, June 7. Please join us.
TUESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY WILL BE CANCELED
The Tuesday Night Bible Study is canceled for the rest of April and possibly May.
WOMEN'S BANQUET
The Women's Banquet which was scheduled for Monday, May 4, has been canceled. We are looking at possibly scheduling for Monday, September 14, 2020.
THE WOMEN'S MEETING
The women's meeting scheduled for june 1. At this time is still on the schedule, however again it will depend on the Coronavirus
and whether we can gather at the church for meeting and cookie packing and whether the Nursing Homes and Hospitals are again open for visits.
TUREEN LUNCH AND GAME DAY
- will resume as soon as possible
Mission Committee will sponsor the monthly tureen lunch at noon again as soon as we are able to schedule them. We look forward to that time.
BETHANY'S NURSES WILL BE CHECKING BLOOD PRESSURES
On the last Sunday of each month, our parish nurses will again be checking blood pressures. Come to the Library after either Service on that day and have your blood pressure checked.
OFFERING ENVELOPES FOR 2020 ARE AVAILABLE
2020 offering envelopes are available outside the Church Office. Please stop by to pick up your set and those of anyone you know who is not able to get here for them.
KEEPING UP WITH THE CONGREGATION
DEATHS: Jean Mirto, April 4, 2020
CONTACTING PASTOR DAVID
Pastor's Office hours at the Church: Monday - Thursday 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Church phone: 570-368-8933
Home phone: 570-322-3685 (Please make sure you at least leave your name and phone number when you leave a message). Thank You.
email: pastorbethanyNALC@gmail.com
RECENT CHURCH COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
Church Council actions at the April meetings -
Have only been to discuss the current situation regarding the Coronavirus and whether to stay closed or begin rescheduling events. The Council voted both times to stay closed for worship, meetings and etc. Office will remain open.
LIFE LINE SCREENINGS
The event scheduled for April 16 has been rescheduled for August 13. More information to follow.
RECONCILIATION OF BETHANY CHURCH FINANCES
Income received through March 31, 2020 (13 Sundays) $ 48,095.56
Expenses through March 31, 2020 54,844.62
Balance $ -6,749.06
Income received through March 31, 2019 (13 Sundays) $ 49,486.14
Expenses through March 31, 2019 55,458.62
Balance $ - 5,972.48
MEMORIALS
Contributions to our Memorial Fund is a way of remembering those who have passed away or in honor of those who are still living. Monies can be donated to the Memorial Fund to to Pastor's Discretionary Fund.
In memory of Helen Leidhecker by: Mr/Mrs Joseph Gehret, Jr., Jon and Jeanne Gehret, Lula Jean Chapman, Michelle Gee, M/M G. Michael Gehret, Iva McCoy, M/M Thomas Gehret.
BACKPACK BREAKFAST EVENTS
Needed: Oatmeal (1-2 oz. packets); Cream of Wheat (1-2 oz. packets); Boxed Cereal (Individual, 1.5-2 oz); Multigrain Bars; Breakfast Bars; Pop Tarts; Belvita Breakfast Biscuits (1.76 oz.); Cereal Bars (individually packaged). Thanks for the great response for this project.
THANK YOU FROM OUR CONGREGATION
Thank you to the congregation for the Birthday Cards I received and all the greetings. Made my day wonderful. Thanks also for all the Get Well Cards during my recent illness. -- Joan Hiller
NEED A COAT, TAKE ONE - HAVE A COAT, LEAVE ONE
There is a coat rack in the area between the door and lobby by the elevator with signage to indicate the project. We are asking your help to build up the coat supply for those in need included a bin for hats/mittens/scarfs/gloves. We appreciate all the donations of coats and jackets, as there has been a great turnover. We can use children's coats. If you know anyone in need of a coat or jacket remind them of our supply.
PASTOR'S DISCRETIONARY FUND
Donations to replenish Pastor's Discretionary would be greatly appreciated. Please make your check out to Bethany Lutheran Church, but mark the memo line: "Pastor's Fund." Thank you.
MAY HAPPENINGS
Church Council - Friday - May 6 - 7:15 pm
Hoss's Event is canceled
Bible Study - Canceled
Prayer in Chapel - Wednesday - May 13 - 12:00 pm
Tureen Lunch and Game Day - Sunday - May 17 - 12:00 pm
Worship and Music Committee - Monday - May 18 - 7:00 pm
Mission Committee - Monday - May 18 - 7:15 pm
Property Committee - Tuesday - May 19 - 7:00 pm
Spark Plugs - Wednesday - May 20 -10:00 am. at Perkins'
Memorial Day - Office Closed - Monday - May 25
Stuff Newsletters - Tuesday - May 26
JUNE HAPPENINGS
Women of Bethany - Monday, June 1 - 1:00 pm
Prayer in Chapel - Wednesday, June 3 - noon
Healing Service - Sunday, June 7 - 12:00 pm
Church Council Meeting - Monday, June 8 - 7:15 pm
Mission Committee Meeting - Monday, June 15 - 7:15 pm
Spark Plugs - Wednesday - June17 - 10:00 am
Bloodmobile - Friday - June 19 - 1:00 to 6:00 pm
Christian Education - Monday 22 - 7:00 pm
BETHANY'S WEB-SITE
www.BethanyNALC.org
FOOD PANTRY NEEDS
Items needed: snacks (all healthy), canned vegetables, pasta (all types), tomato sauce, cake mixes, potato and rice boxes, canned meats, Ramen noodles, cookie mixes, tea, peanut butter, hot chocolate, coffee, cereal, soup, oatmeal, jelly, juices, ketchup, mustard, Pop-Tarts, flour. Thank you so much for all your contributions (food and financially) to the Food Pantry.
HOMEBOUND COMMUNION is canceled at this time
Home Bound Communion is always available to our shut-ins. If you desire to have Communion, please call the Church Office (368-8933). As soon as we feel it safe and the powers that be say it is safe, we will be scheduling home bound communion. We will be in touch with you.
EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE
Equipment is available to borrow during recovering from surgery and for the elderly. We have walkers, canes, equipment for the bathtub and commode. If you have a need, talk to the staff.
HOSPITAL VISITATION has been canceled as well
If you or anyone you know is to be hospitalized, please notify the Church Office (368-8933). It is our desire to minister to you and your family, however that cannot happen if we don't receive notification and at this time no one is allowed to come into the hospital and nursing homes. Hopefully, it will be soon we can visit again.
MEMORIALS
Contributions to our Memorial Fund is a way of remembering those who have passed away or in honor of those who are still living. Monies can be donated to the Memorial Fund or to Pastor's Discretionary Fund.
PLEASE REMEMBER OUR SENIORS AT HOME especially now
Herbert Bright - 628 Broad St., Montoursville 17754
Jean Fox - 2123 Robinson Rd., Apt. 141, Jackson MI 49203
Marjorie Gower - Elmcroft of Loyalsock, 2985 Four Mile Dr., Montoursville 17754
Joan Hanner, 350 Jordan Ave., Montoursville 17754
Joan Hiller, The Meadows, Room 312, 2160 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville 17754
Virginia Laudig - 1119 Broad St., Montoursville 17754
Sandra Long - Muncy Skilled Nursing, 215 E Water St., Muncy 17756
Thomas Long - 163 Charles Dr., Montoursville 17754
Roxie Lundy - 410 Arch St., Montoursville 17754
Eleanor Mellish - 1246 Deerfield Dr., Williamsport 17701
Tessie Moss - 12 Lutheran Home Dr., Personal Care 220, Telford PA 18969
Francis Poeth - 1200 Ravine Rd., The Ridge, Williamsport 17701
Betty Rosencrans - The Meadows, Room 404, 2160 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville 17754
Hilary Schmouder - The Meadows Room 111, 2160 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville 17754
Eleanor Shaheen, 515 Rt 405, Hughesville 17737
Richard (Fred) Shultz - 1275 Broad St., Montoursville 17754
Darla Starr - Valley View Nursing Center, 2140 Warrensville Rd., Montoursville 17754
Joan Swartz - 500 Pelham Dr., Waynesboro VA 22980
Cella Taylor - Aristia Care, 1445 Sycamore Rd., Montoursville 17754
BIBLES FOR PRISON
Bibles for Prison are needed. The Lycoming County Prison Chaplain reports that the number of inmates attending Bible study continues to grow, and requests for Bibles has increased. Donations to help buy Bibles would be appreciated. Please mark your check "Bibles." Thank you.
LINUS BLANKETS
We are still sharing our knitting, crocheting, and quilting gifts with others by making blankets of all sizes (baby, children, adult) for those with cancer or going through
traumatic experiences at hospitals. Please bring to the Church Office.
SHEPHERD OF THE STREETS
Shepherd of the Streets is a Christian ministry with the emphasis on medical issues that abruptly invade people's lives. They not only help with payments for medicine, supplies, and transportation, but they help with a person's ability to cope with immediate and long-term inflictions. Your support for this very vital ministry helps keep matters from getting worse, and/or assists in the healing or dying process.
Thank you for your donation of hygiene items, baby needs, and/or bedding. Almost every person who comes through their doors is blessed by one or more of the hygiene items you send. Items needed: toothpaste, toothbrushes, shaving cream, razors, shampoo, conditioner, women's hygiene products, towels/wash cloths, bedding, blankets, tissues, toilet paper, paper towels, soap, deodorant, combs, baby diapers, baby shampoo, baby oil, baby Q-tips, baby wipes, baby powder.
YOKEFELLOW PRISON MINISTRY
Yokefellow Prison Ministry is in need of volunteers. Would you consider being a part
of the ministry along with us? Please contact the Yokefellow Office (570-326-6868)
if you would be interested in this most rewarding ministry.
SEWING MACHINES AVAILABLE
The Quilting Room has several old sewing machines, some in cabinets, looking for good homes. They haven't been used in a long time, so will need servicing. If interested, contact Barb Winchester (570-244-6681).
MEMORIALS
Contributions to our Memorial Fund is a way of remembering those who have passed away or in honor of those who are still living. Monies can be donated to the Memorial Fund or to Pastor's Discretionary Fund.
NEW SECRETARY
Please welcome our newest secretary, Laura Schreckengast. She was formerly Parish Secretary at St. Mark's Lutheran Church, and is a part-time music teacher. She and her husband Ken have three children aged 16-21, and she is extremely grateful to be part of this warm and welcoming congregation! Sharon and Vonnie have spent considerable time preparing her for all the various tasks involved, and she welcomes you to stop in and introduce yourself.
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