Bethlehem Star February 2018 Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church Editor: Lynn Bulger 40 10 th St. W Billings, MT 59102 (406) 248-6427 bethlehembillings@gmail.com www.bethlehembillings.org Facebook: Bethlehem Billings Bethlehem s Congregational Council Pastor - Jean Hay 696-9586 President - Lynn Bulger 647-2749 VP - Andrew Smith 860-4706 Treasurer - Darlene Fernelius 652-2356 Sec - Johnna Voto 670-1370 Casey Anguiano 534-2198 Shellie DeHoyos 794-2666 Jerry Bauck 248-7946 Barb Bohle 534-2097 Kellie Gibson 855-7601 Pat Gum 698-1259 Newsletter Deadline Please submit your materials for the March newsletter by Thursday, February 15th, to Lynn Bulger. You can leave the materials in her mailbox at church or Call/Text to the number above. Did you know that Ash Wednesday falls on Valentine s Day this year? For me, I can never get enough reminders of God s love for me. Kind Regards, Lynn Bulger
Bethlehem Star February 2018, Page 2 WELCA Officers for 2018 At the January 25th business meeting, the 2018 officers for WELCA were determined: As a Community of Women created in the image of God, called to discipleship in Jesus Christ, and empowered by the Holy Spirit We Commit Ourselves to grow in faith, affirm our gifts, support one another in our callings, engage in ministry and action, and promote healing and wholeness Naomi Circle Naomi Circle will meet on February 13th, the second Tuesday of the month, at 1:00 pm in the downstairs kitchen. Mary and Martha Circle Mary and Martha Circle will meet on February 8th, the second Thursday of the month, at 7:00 pm in the downstairs kitchen. The Bible Study for January, February, March and April will be by Mark Allen Powell. It explores what Biblical stories mean to people around the world. Session One: Washing hands with distant hearts. Session Two: Prepare the Way of the Lord All women are invited to come! President: Barb Boyle Vice Pres: Lynn Bulger Secretary: Kay Hanson Treasurer: Norma Severance Next WELCA Business Meeting Thursday, March 22th, 2018 at 7:00pm. Lutheran World Relief - Care Kits WELCA will be collecting Care Kits for Lutheran World Relief until April 15th. Please read all instructions carefully as LWR have specific requirements for each item. Include in each Personal Care Kit: ONE light-weight bath-size towel (between 20 x 40 and 52 x 27 ), dark color recommended TWO or three bath-size bars of soap equaling 8 to 9 oz., any brand, in original wrapping ONE adult-size toothbrush in it s original packaging (*Toothbrush multi-packs may be used by sealing an individual toothbrush in a business-size envelope; no plastic bags or wrap ) ONE sturdy comb, remove packaging ONE metal nail clippers (attached file optional), remove packaging You can bring all or part of a kit. Our goal is to send 20 kits. You can also donate money to pay for the shipping of the kits.
Bethlehem Star February 2018, Page 3 Overview from the January 9th, 2018 Church Council Meeting (Report by Lynn Bulger) Pastor Jean was on vacation at the time of this meeting. Members present were: Johnna Voto, Darlene Fernelius, Lynn Bulger, Casey Anguiano, Pat Gum and Sharon King. While it was the common consensus that we had a quorum, we later found out we did not. The minutes from the December 12th meeting were distributed and reports of committees were given by members present. The Budget Committee (Darlene, Lynn and Pat) distributed the Proposed Budget and answered questions. Discussion followed and proposals were brought to a motion (which later was voided). The original motion brought forth to the council can be found on page 16 of the Annual Report packet. A meeting took place on Saturday, January 20th with Pastor Jean and the Executive Committee to discuss the motion from the Budget Committee. Two subsequent meetings (Jan 21 & Jan 23) were held with all council members and Pastor Jean to further discuss the motion from the Budget Committee. At the January 23rd meeting a motion was passed to bring the recommendations of the Budget Committee to the congregation for discussion at the Annual Meeting (January 28th, 2018). Annual Meeting (Sunday, January 28th) Recap (Report by Lynn Bulger) Thank you to everyone who attended the Annual Meeting this year! Our roll call had 40 signatures! If you were unable to attend the Annual Meeting, we do still have copies of the Annual Report packet available. The packet will also be available on the website, in the near future. The main point of discussion was the Proposed Budget. A motion was passed to accept the Proposed Budget as given in the Annual Report. Another motion was passed to table the recommendations by the Budget Committee (page 16 of the Annual Report packet), until Sunday, February 25th, so that further discussion can take place. I highly recommend you ask questions, bring up concerns, pray, and attend the meeting on February 25th. Your opinion matters and we want to hear from you! If there are any motions brought forth, you will want to be there to vote. During the Annual Meeting, Shellie DeHoyos volunteered as council member. Sharon King has decided this would be her last year on council. As always, the council members met after the Annual Meeting to vote on officers and schedule the date and time of the council meetings. The Officers are: President - Lynn Bulger Vice-President - Andrew Smith Treasurer - Darlene Fernelius Secretary - Johnna Voto The Council Meetings will take place the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm. The Next Council Meeting is Tuesday, February 20th, 2018
Bethlehem Star February 2018, Page 4 February Birthdays! Peace and Joy be with you! 2 Kellie Gibson 5 Olivia Splinter 10 Don Breikjern 11 Al Clark 17 Lyle Severance 18 Dana Grob 19 Casey Anguiano 27 Leif Thorson 27 Marit Thorson Youth Group The youth group will meet in February for Bingo! Stay Tuned for more details! Reminder: Youth group is open to anyone young of age or young at heart. The more the merrier! Volunteers Needed Save the Date Saturday, March 17th The Lutheran Center a Christian based facility that is a home away from home for medical patients and/or families. They rely on the support of the local Lutheran churches and their members. Bethlehem's turn to clean the Lutheran Center is in March. Jeannie Weber is looking for volunteers to help clean. After the success of last year s event, the Fellowship committee has decided to hold the Corned Beef dinner again this year! Remember, this is a great event to invite a friend to Bethlehem! Reservations will be taken, so we know how much food to prepare. A good will offering will be taken to cover the cost of food. More information to follow. Dates/times can be arranged with Jeannie (652-4309). Special Offering February 2018 The Montana Rescue Mission serves as a beacon of hope for the poor and homeless in Billings and throughout the greater Yellowstone County area. They provide emergency, temporary care and rehabilitative services from a distinctly Christian perspective for those seeking help and solutions. Through donations and the gracious help of volunteers, they are able to help the poor, homeless and oppressed off the street and to a new beginning.
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Bethlehem Star February 2018, Page 6 February 4th February 11th February 18th February 25th 5th Sunday after Epiphany Transfiguration Sunday 1st Sunday of Lent 2nd Sunday of Lent Presiding Minister Pastor Jean Hay Pastor Jean Hay Pastor Jean Hay Pastor Jean Hay Assisting Minister Andrew Smith Musician Kathy Pfaffinger 8:30 Service Welcomer Lynn Bulger Kellie Gibson Usher (1) Usher (2) Readers Adult Margie Shea Youth Prayers Communion Assistants Adult Youth 10:30 Service Welcomer Lynn Bulger Kellie Gibson Usher (1) Gary Koch Usher (2)) Readers Adult Barb Bohle Sharon Uecker Youth Prayers Communion Assistants Adult Barb Bohle Sharon Uecker Youth Altar Guild Flowers King/Uecker The Bulgers Tellers Bulger/Fernelius Bulger/Fernelius Bulger/Fernelius Bulger/Fernelius Fellowship Host Jessie & Ida Mae Russel
Bethlehem Star February 2018, Page 7 Amazon Smile Do you shop on Amazon.com? If so, would you consider shopping at smile.amazon.com? Amazon will donate 0.5%* of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to Bethlehem Lutheran Church. It s easy: go to smile.amazon.com and sign in. Under Supporting, choose Bethlehem Lutheran Church (Location: Billings, MT). It s the same products, same prices, same service, and it s an easy way for Bethlehem to get extra funds. *Editor s Note: on a recent purchase I generated 4 cents for BLC.no, it s not much but every penny helps! For your consideration... 2018 Flower Chart If you re a Thrivent Financial member with Choice Dollars, would you consider directing them to Bethlehem? 2017 Choice Dollars must be directed by March 31, 2018. If you are aren t sure if you have this benefit, you may want to contact the local Thrivent representative, Shaun Seedhouse at (406) 294-6400 The 2018 Flower Chart is up in the Narthex (entry to the sanctuary). There are plenty of Sundays still available. The current cost is $20. Please be sure to mark Flowers on your offering envelope. In Memoriam Floyd Heser passed away Monday, January 29th, 2018 Please keep his wife, Joan, and their family in your prayers.
Bethlehem Lutheran Church 40 10 th St. W. Billings, MT 59102 Address Correction Requested All Are Welcome Ash Wednesday Service Wednesday, February 14th, 2018 7:00 pm Come and Join us for Soup and Bread during Lent! Wednesdays at 6:00 pm Starting February 21, 2018 Holden Evening Prayer at 7:00 pm.