Order of Worship for BETHANY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH PORTLAND, OR Sermon on the Mount: Tools For Living- The Beatitudes in Life Matthew 5:6-12 J a n u a r y 2 6, 2 0 1 4 We are a Stephen Ministry Church
S e r v i c e f o r t h e L o r d s D a y *Stand as you are able *Hymn Open My Eyes, That I May See # 563 Welcome *Offering of Praise *Passing of the Peace of Christ We Fall Down bulletin, pg. 3 Holy is the Lord bulletin, pg. 4 Offerings of Our Gifts to God *Offering Response O Bless the Gifts # 817 Children s Moment Merica Fooks (children ages preschool through 3rd grade may leave for Children s Church in the CE building, Room # 2, or remain in worship.) Hymn (seated) This Is My Father s World # 143 Old Testament Lesson Psalm 63 New Testament Lesson Matthew 5:6-12 Message Tools for Living The Beatitudes in Life Rev. Dr. Andrew Lindahl *Hymn I Sing the Mighty Power of God # 128 Confession of Faith (The Heidelberg Catechism) was reprinted by permission from the Book of Confessions, 1996 by the Office of the General Assembly, Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). We read these confessions together in worship to help vocalize our personal belief and to remind us that we are part of the body of Jesus Christ throughout history.
B e t h a n y E v e n t s f o r t h e W e e k Sunday January 26 9a 10a 11a 11:30a Sunday School All Ages CE Building Worship Sanctuary Coffee Fellowship Activity Center Annual Congregational Meeting Sanctuary UpReach Music Room Tuesday January 28 6:30p 7:30p Hand Bell Choir Music Room Men s Bible Study Offsite Chancel Choir Music Room Thursday January 30 10a Art Group CE Building Room 1 Saturday February 1 9a 4p 6p Session Retreat Offsite Open Gym Activity Center Youth Event CE Building Sunday February 2 9a 10a 11a 11:30a Sunday School All Ages CE Building Worship Sanctuary Coffee Fellowship Activity Center Stephen Ministry A1 To request prayer please use the Let s Keep in Touch! card located in the back of the pew. Your request will be given to our Prayer Chain. During the week, please send your request to: bethanypcprayerchain@comcast.net or call Kevin Mills We are a Stephen Ministry Church At the conclusion of our service of worship a Stephen Minister will be available at the Stephen Ministry banner to listen and to pray with you if you have a special prayer request.
ANNOUNCEMENTS Bethany Presbyterian Women KITCHEN CLEANING: After heavy kitchen usage in December it is time to thoroughly clean the kitchen cabinets, drawers, refrigerators etc. Please watch the Bulletin for a date. Lots of hands make light work and it is a great way to get to know people better. We always appreciate anyone who has some time to spare to help with this project. FEBRUARY-OUT-TO-LUNCH: It is time for a wonderful afternoon at Tea Is Me. When I called to make the reservation, Wednesday, February 12 was very busy and the 11th was not, so get out your eraser and change the date from the 12th to the 11th. Here are all the details: When: Tuesday, February 11th at 11:30. Where: Tea s Me 1601 SE River RD. Hillsboro, OR 97123. Cost: $17.50 (includes gratuity) Cash or Check Only. The Menu Includes: Sorbet, Choice of Soup, Hot Fresh Scone, 2 Tea Sandwiches, Fresh Fruit, 1 Dessert Sweet, Pot of Tea. If you have dietary restrictions let us know when you make your Reservation, so we can notify Tea s Me. Reservations: Starting today reservations will be taken during Coffee Hour, call Molly at 503-6461976, or email mollyscamp@comcast.net. Reservations are needed by 3PM Friday, February 7th Welcome to Bethany We are glad that you joined us for worship this morning. Whether you are looking for a church home or are with us as a visitor, we welcome you. Please ask an usher for a welcome packet that will let you know more about our mission and regular activities. Coffee/Fellowship Hosts: Blantons and Von Hollens Flowers: Ken & Nadine McGough FOOD BANK: The February item is peanut butter an American favorite. The monthly food items are suggestions to give you some idea of what is needed; it is not intended to limit what you donate to just those items. Please check the expiration dates on food that you donate. Food that is past the expiration date or very close to expiring will have to be thrown away. If you would rather donate cash put it in an envelope marked Food Bank or make a check payable to the Oregon Food Bank and put it in the offering plate. Thank you for your continued support of our Washington County neighbors. OutReach Events We have been able to arrange a joint effort with NAMI (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill) to offer a 12- week class for family members of mentally ill persons starting in February. NAMI of Washington County will provide the instructors and we will provide the location. The class will be from noon to 2:30 pm on Sundays in the CE Bldg and is free, except that they ask for donations to defray the cost of printing materials ($3 per week). Please see Maryanne Weed for details or further information, and call NAMI at 503-356-6835 to register. Maryanne Weed and Ken King, Outreach elders.
Congregational Meeting Today Following Worship Immediately following worship today, we will convene in the church sanctuary for our annual congregational meeting. There are several things to vote on, including the 2014 Budget. Your vote counts! Annual Report Available 2014 Annual Reports are available for today s congregational meeting. If you didn t pick up one last Sunday be sure to get one today. You ll find them in the narthex and/or Fireside Room. Please look it over so you ll be well-informed at the meeting! The Life and Ministry of the Messiah AN ADULT CLASS ON SUNDAY MORNINGS 9:00-9:40 CE Room 1 Video series led by Andy Lindahl Filmed on locations in Israel and throughout the Middle East, the Faith Lessons series is an adventure in biblical learning. You will discover why Jesus turned the world upside down with his compelling call to follow him. Teacher and historian Ray Vander Laan brings together history, culture, and geography as you walk with Jesus through the days of his ministry on this earth. These illuminating 'faith lessons' give deep insights that will transform your reading of the Gospels and inspire a deeper faith commitment. 2013 Giving Statements The 2013 Giving statements have been mailed out. If you don t receive yours by January 31st, please contact the church office. Ladies PJ Party If you are an adult female and attend Bethany Presbyterian Church, then you are invited to the ladies PJ party on Friday, February 7 at 7 p.m.! It will be at the home of Karen Bryan: 12731 NW Waker Dr., Portland, OR 97229. Bring munchies or beverages to share. We will be watching a movie yet to be determined. We will NOT be staying overnight, but wear your PJ s! It would be great (but not required) to let Karen know we are coming. She can be e-mailed at kgbryan@yahoo.com, called at (503) 531-0743, or texted at (971) 250-1331. See you there!!! Collecting for Transition House Cooking Bethany Youth will be at the sanctuary doors on February 2nd (Super Bowl Sunday) to collect change for The Transition Center. The men love to eat and are quite good at it, but they never have enough silverware. Last month we had to stop serving food half way through in order to wash the silverware for the other half of the men in line. Souper Bowl collections are taken throughout the United States by Youth groups on the day of the Super Bowl. The money is then donated to worthy causes in the local areas. Since we have such a connection with the Transition Center, it seems a natural to supply them with additional silverware. Thanks for your support of this wonderful mission. The youth could not do it without you! Super Bowl Party at Bethany! Root for the Seahawks (or Broncos!) with your friends from Bethany! Or just come for the commercials. Whatever your interest, join the fun on Sunday, February 2, at 3pm in CE Rooms 5 & 6 for an impromptu Super Bowl party. And no Super Bowl party is complete without food and beverages, so you can bet there will be plenty of that! Yep, chili, snacks, and refreshments will be served, so sit back on comfy sofa with your favorite food and friends, and watch the action on a large screen. Bring the family... you won t even have to clean your house before or after the game!
Shipmates Meeting Coming Up February 16 It s time to raise anchor for the Shipmates quarterly meeting! As is our custom, The February meeting will be a luncheon which will be held at The Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club on Sunday, February 16. The Reserve is located at 4805 SW 229th Ave, Aloha, OR 97007. For those of you who have been there for our prior luncheons, you ll remember what an excellent restaurant it is, serving a wide selection of Northwest cuisine. Plan to arrive between 12 and 12:30pm. Reservations are required, so please contact Hugh Taylor as soon as possible to make your reservation or call if you have questions. And don t forget to sign up at the easel board in the Activity Center to bring household items or food for this quarter s selected family. These items are due on the day of the luncheon. A list of requested items is posted, and all you need to do is decide which item(s) you d like to bring and sign your name by them. Frank will collect all donated items on the 16th and deliver them. If you have any questions, call Frank 503 629-8161. Meet Your Deacon Sunday, February 9 You re Invited! It s time for our annual Meet Your Deacon Sunday. Date: Sunday, February 9, 2014 Time: 11 a.m. immediately following worship Place: Activity Center - Bethany Presbyterian Church This is a time for you to meet and talk with your assigned Deacon or just learn about the Deacon ministry here at Bethany. Enjoy coffee, conversation, and refreshments provided by the Bethany Deacons.
BETHANY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH MISSION STATEMENT We are called to live a life centered in Christ. We share the Good News of salvation with our neighbors. We care for others. We dare to grow in understanding God's Word. We invite all to know and follow Christ. Church Staff Pastor Music Director Organist Treasurer Office Administrator Custodian Rev. Dr. Andrew Lindahl Joyce Alexander Dr. Susan Chan Nancy Pierce Bruce Fiebach Melinda King L e a d i n g i n W o r s h i p : Pastor: Rev. Dr. Andrew Lindahl Praise Team: Anita Mayer,guitar Worship Assistant: Van Van Regenmorter April Strever, rhythm instr Welcome: Pastor Andy Ben Strever, drums Children s Moment: Merica Fooks Launa Zurbrugg, piano Sound Technician: Bernie Mayer Steve Blanton Audio/Video: Kim Gaston Jerry Jones Music Director: Joyce Alexander Deirdre Layzell Organist: Dr. Susan Chan Shannon Kennedy Pianist: Launa Zurbrugg Emily Wirsig Ushers: John and Carol Baldwin Cassandra Bergstrom Nancy Pierce
First Fellowship Event of 2014 Please sign up for the event(s) you would like to participate in over the next months. The form will be in the Bulletin for the next three Sundays; just fill it out and put in the offering plate. If you have questions, please contact Janet Smith in church or call her at (503)-341-8760. Groups of 6 or 8 will be put together to start in late February or first of March. Late drops-ins (those who are traveling) are welcome, just indicate when you will be available. When you find out who is in your group you will decide when and where you will "break bread" for these fun events. The group will stay together for 3-4 months until each unit "hosts" and then a new group will be formed by a Fellowship Committee representative. It s a great way to get to know more people at Bethany. Enjoy! Restaurant In-home Singles Name: Phone number: AUTHENTIC INTERGENERATIONAL WORSHIP Welcome to Bethany! We strive to create a worship experience that is welcoming to all. We worship and give thanks to our loving God with all age groups in mind as we use the best of both traditional and contemporary elements in our worship. Bethany Presbyterian Church Pastor: Rev. Dr. Andrew Lindahl rev.lindahl@comcast.net 15505 NW Springville Rd., Portland, OR 97229 www.bethanypc.com Church Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 4 pm (Closed 12-1 pm) Matthew 5:6-12 E-mail: bethanypc@comcast.net Phone: 503-645-1166 Fax: 503-645-0464