BLC Weekly, October 26
Hello Bethlehem,
Join us for Trunk-or-Treat, this Wednesday, October 28 from 6:45-7:45pm. There will be Trunk-or-Treating in the parking lot, games and activities inside, and don’t miss the spooky sanctuary tour as Christine plays spooky tunes on the organ! Check out the Facebook event for details. We’ll see you and your costumes this Wednesday!
Announcements
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. 28 Sandwiches and pasta salad
Nov. 4 Sloppy joes and baked beans
Nov. 11 Ham, mashed potatoes, and veggies
November 1 Adult Forum Join us to learn all about the positive impact and activities of Lutheran World Relief. Our speaker will be Lisa Kipp who has devoted extensive time and effort with this vital organization. Get your coffee, donuts and have a seat in Grounds for Joy. We look forward to learning together!
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!
Bethlehem will hold an Election Eve Prayer Vigil on Monday, November 2nd at 6:15pm. Join us as we pray for voters, our election officials, future leaders and the nation. This event is open to the public and all are welcome.
Join us Wednesday, November 4th for a special Christmas in Christ Chapel preview performance. All are welcome, so please feel free to invite your friends and family to come and enjoy music, dialogue and time for Q&A, presented by Gustavus Adolphus College.
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:
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!
We’re hiring! Bethlehem is looking for a Weekend/Evening janitor to join the rotation. Learn more and apply here.
Save the dates:
The Youth Lock-In is next Friday, November 6th. Please register by November 4th. Connect with Anna Wencl if you have any questions.
BLC Littles Meet-Up is Sunday, November 8th after worship at the Children’s museum.
Lefse lovers unite! We’re making lefse on Saturday, November 21st. Keep an eye out for the pre-order form coming soon!
Bethlehem is hosting Thanksgiving Eve worship and pie on Wednesday, November 25. All are welcome!
Thank you
Thank you to the Phillips for hosting family night on the farm! As you can see, the kiddos had a blast. Thank you also to our friends at Blue Skye Farms for donating pumpkins! Extra pumpkins will be available in the narthex this Wednesday at Trunk-or-Treat, feel free to pick one up!
Welcome new members
Welcome New Members! We are so thankful for each and every one of you. If you are a new member and were unable to attend the New Member Orientation on Sunday after worship, please stop by the office at your convenience to pick up your welcome kit.
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
Clyde Birkholz
Dennis Sandersfeld
The family & friends of Lan Evenson
Trinity Lutheran in Blue Earth
Mount Olive Lutheran in Rochester
Dale Lutheran in Kenyon
Msamaria Mwema Getwanasi Lutheran in Tanzania
Taasisi Kiomboi Lutheran in Tanzania