BLC Weekly, October 19
Hello Bethlehem,
Reminder: Pledge cards will be returned during worship this Wednesday and next Sunday. We invite you to bring the pledge card that was mailed to your home, or complete a pledge online. During this season we have been hearing stories of Bethlehem’s generosity. In case you missed it on Sunday, check out the Generous Together video from Bishop Regina Hassanally. Thank you, Bethlehem!
join a strategic planning home meeting
Strategic Planning Home Meetings are underway! This is your opportunity to weigh in and share your perspective in the Strategic Planning process as we discern as a community where God is leading us next. Sign up today for an open Group:
5:30PM Wednesday, Oct. 21 in the Dining Hall, hosted by Molly Nelson. All ages welcome! Grab your Wednesday night supper and join Molly’s table to chat.
9:00AM Saturday, Oct. 31 in Grounds for Joy, hosted by Amy Haigh. Join Amy for a Halloween brunch!
10:45AM Sunday, Nov. 8 in the Heritage Room, hosted by Grant Haggerty. Join Grant for coffee, donuts and conversation after worship!
This week
All are welcome to Wednesday Night Suppers. Meals are served at 5:00pm in the lower level dining hall. Donations are accepted; the meal is free and open to all. The full upcoming menu on our website. Upcoming menu:
Oct. 21 Hamburger Rice Hotdish & Salad
Oct. 28 Sandwiches and pasta salad
Nov. 4 Sloppy joes and baked beans
Nov. 11 Ham, mashed potatoes, and veggies
Third and fourth graders are invited to the Bible Milestone Class with Pastor Jacie this Wednesday, 7-8pm, in the lounge. RSVP to Pr. Jacie and receive a blessing during 615pm worship. There is no NightLIGHT class this Wednesday as Mrs. Kaitlin is gone.
Fall Family Night at Phillip’s Farm is this Friday! Contact Anna if you plan to attend or with any questions.
BLC Men gather for Breakfast at Bethlehem this Saturday! Contact Pastor Jay with any questions.
It’s Reformation Sunday this Sunday! Wear your Reformation Red to worship.
October 25 Adult Forum Want to learn the latest from the Connections Shelter Ministry? Curious about future plans to shelter the unhoused in our community? Want to get involved with Connections activities? Join us on Sunday for the adult forum that will feature speakers from Connections. Meet in Grounds for Joy at 10:30 am for coffee and conversation.
announcements
You’re invited to Trunk-or-Treat! Join us Wednesday, October 28 from 6:45-7:45pm for Trunk-or-Treating, games and more! Check out the Facebook event and sign up to host a trunk or donate candy.
The Fair Trade Bazaar is set for Sunday, November 1. Shop Fair Trade goods from several area vendors in the narthex before and after worship!
All are welcome to join us for our Election Eve Vigil, 6:15pm on November 2.
Save the date: Bethlehem will host a Christmas in Christ Chapel preview performance at 6pm on Wednesday, November 4!
We’re hiring! Bethlehem is looking for a Weekend/Evening janitor to join the rotation. Learn more and apply here.
Monthly Mission Partner
Our October Monthly Mission Partner is Crossroads Campus Ministry. Since 1922 Crossroads served the Lutheran community at MSU, Mankato, and ministries like Campus Cupboard and Lunch for $1 welcomed and served all people. As Crossroads prepares for Holy Closure, we invite you to give one last time to the Campus Cupboard, which will be operational until November 25th, providing free grocery items to students in need. All are welcome to join their service of Holy Closure on December 6 at 4pm.
You can give online, donate via Venmo @BLCMankato, or via check made out to Bethlehem with the monthly mission in the memo line.
This Week in our Prayers
Curt Halvorson
Marian Mallory
Paul Haugesag
Nikolas Perez
Roger Pipes
Jan Boyum
Doug Dittbenner
Lan Evenson
Judy Ledwein
Clyde Birkholz
The family & friends of Lan Evenson
Lunder Lutheran in Albert Lea
Central Lutheran in Winona
Grace Lutheran in Mankato
Matongo Lutheran in Tanzania
Amani Lutheran in Tanzania