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We begin again this fall and our first get together will be on Tuesday, September 9th.

NEW MEN’S STUDY OPPORTUNITY!

You are invited to an 8-week study on the Old Testament lead by John Alwood, Bethany’s first ever Lutheran Church planter. This study starts on Tuesday, September 16 at Scott Andersen’s home; 6:00 to 6:30PM potluck with the study following to 8:00PM or so. Contact Scott Andersen for more details. For Scott’s contact information call the church office at 562-421-4711. We all know the epic story of Jesus, but how does the Old Testament tie in? How do we fit in? Hope to see you there!

MEN’S RETREAT COMING!

A Men’s Retreat is being planned for the weekend of October 3-5  at Luther Glen Retreat Center in Oak Glen. This is a wonderful facility that we have used before.

Theme for the weekend is

IF YOU WANT TO WALK ON WATER, YOU’VE GOT TO GET OUT OF THE BOAT

The cost for this is $275 which includes 2 nights and 5 meals. Bedding and towels are provided for our stay. Retreat starts with dinner on Friday and concludes with Worship on Sunday morning. Theme and program being planned. Plenty of time for fellowship.  Should you only be able to join us for the day Saturday, cost is $150 for the full day and 3 meals.

Any questions please contact Karl Fink using his email   or call his office at 562.421.4711 ext. 19.  - Karl Fink

Last day to register is Sunday, September 21 by midnight. 

Register for Men's Retreat - Click HERE!

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SUNDAY Morning & Afternoon: 

Sunday Morning Pre-Service Prayer:  During this Lenten season, consider joining the Sunday prayer team that meets every Sunday at 8:30AM., in the Conference Room (in person or by conference-call) to pray for our pastors, staff, ministry teams, members and visitors, as well as for our community and nation.  We pray from a pre-printed guide to stay on track and to ease fears of praying aloud in a group.  Bring your bible and give our informal setting a try. For more information, contact Dan/Mary Kay Esswein, Randa Pearson, Deloris Mayuaga, Pat Gagan, or Jim/Kahana Smith. (Choir members meet 30 minutes prior to Sunday call time)  

Making "Community Connections" through Prayer:  We are taking a break until further notice.  This group normally meets 7:30-7:55AM every Sunday in the Conference Room.  When we begin to meet again, you are invited to drop in any Sunday and pray silently or from a prayer guide. God is powerful and mighty. He asks that we come to Him with our requests.  FYI all who worship and all who serve in worship service are prayed for as well.  - Pre-service Prayer Group

Sunday Morning Men’s Study:  The Sunday morning men’s Bible study will startup again on September 14th at 10:45AM (or following the 9:30 service). Join Bob Lange and David Akins in the Parish Lounge as we continue to study “Heroes of the Faith”. Contact Bob Lange if you have any questions. Call the church office at 562-41-4711 for Bob's contact information.

Continuing...Women’s Bible Study:  Sunday, September 7 at 10:45AM in Room 215. We are continuing with Chapter 10 (out of 18). The Scandal of the Kingdom Workbook:  How the Parables of Jesus Revolutionize Life with God. A runaway son. A frantic search for a coin. A farmer paying hired help. Jesus used ordinary situations like these to teach extraordinary truths about following Him. Come explore Jesus’ parables with us: 

• Hearing What Jesus Said: The truths that Jesus was revealing  
• Thinking About What Jesus Said: How those truths apply to you
• Responding to What Jesus Said: What actions to take

Order WORKBOOK by Jan Johnson online – have 1 free book available! For more info, contact Mary Kay Esswein through Church Office – 562-421-4711

NEW...Sunday Morning Women's Bible Study Group: A new women's study begins Sunday, September 14. Please join us!  We will be using the book by Sarah K. Howley, "JAMES - Know God's Wisdom". (A 9-session bible study). This study will meet in the School Library each Sunday following the 9:30AM service till 12:00PM (noon). Books are available for purchase on Amazon. Please bring your Bible too. If you would like to attend or have questions, please contact Sheri Esswein. Please call the church office at 562-421-4711 to get Sheri’s contact information.

Grief Share Series: Starting Sunday, September 14, from 12:30 to 2:30PM in the Conference Room off the church parking lot. Karl Fink will lead the group. If you are experiencing grief in any way, shape, or form, or if your grief has been buried for quite some time, please make an effort to attend this series. There’s a nominal fee for the materials, which will be discussed at the first meeting. Griefshare is a 13-week video based series where we watch and discuss as people feel comfortable.  If you have questions or concerns, contact Karl at or call his office at 562.421.4711 extension 19. God’s comfort and peace.

MONDAY Evening:

Men’s Bible Study Fellowship:  We meet on Mondays from 6-9PM on Bethany's campus. You can learn more at the BSF website: https://www.bsfinternational.org/. For me, this was a life changing study; in fact, the BSF bible study impacted my Christian walk more than other Christian endeavor. If you think you would like to know more, please feel free to contact me.  - Don Baldwin.  Call the church office (562) 421-4711 for Don’s contact information. 

THURSDAY Morning:

Men's Morning Bible Study:  We meet on Thursdays from 7:30-8:30AM in the Parish Lounge. Feel free to bring a beverage, something to eat, and your mask to wear as we study God‘s Good Word, fellowship, & pray together.  If you have any questions or concerns, kindly contact Karl Fink,  

Women’s Thursday Morning Study:  We are NOW on our Summer Break.  We normally meet from 9:30 - 11:00 AM in the Parish Lounge.

• The Women's Thursday Morning Bible Study resumes on Thursday, September 18 from 9:30 - 11:00AM in the Parish Lounge at Bethany. We will be studying the attributes of God using the book, "The Knowledge of the Holy" by A.W. Tozer. You will learn and be inspired to think rightly about God. So, bring your Bible and "The Knowledge of the Holy," which can be ordered from Amazon or your favorite online store. Feel free to invite your friends who want to learn more about our majestic God. Hope to see you there.
• Any questions? Please contact Meg Velez. Call the church office at 562.421.4711 for Meg’s contact information.