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Year-end reporting for Oct, Nov and Dec 2023 "Special Giving"
Mt Bethel members designated special offerings of $1856.50 to UMCOR, FMSC-Feed My Starving Children, Neighbors Inc, and Heifer International ministries. Matched by Mt Bethel's MOE Mission Fund in the same amount. Plus, Matches from other sources/organization $2,260 who matched our gifts. Oct - Dec 2023: A total of $6,673 giving to the local, national, global ministries |
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2023 Sanctuary Poinsettia garden given in memory-honor of:
Terry & Judy Akemann in memory of loved ones
George & Mary Anich in honor of grandchildren
Darlene & Al Ashley in memory of family
Kathy Behrendt in memory of husband Mike Behrendt & mother Doris Toms
Joann Larson in memory of Ron
Sandy & Dick Larson in memory of our parents
Marie Miklya in honor of husband John
JoAnn Nelson in memory of Wayne Nelson & Brian Nelson
Deb & Al Oferosky memory of Jackie Oferosky, Marie & George Marks
Ardi Roberts in memory of Don & loved ones
Polly Tabbert in memory of Kim Tabbert & Grandpas Kroening and Tabbert
Terry & Judy Akemann in memory of loved ones
George & Mary Anich in honor of grandchildren
Darlene & Al Ashley in memory of family
Kathy Behrendt in memory of husband Mike Behrendt & mother Doris Toms
Joann Larson in memory of Ron
Sandy & Dick Larson in memory of our parents
Marie Miklya in honor of husband John
JoAnn Nelson in memory of Wayne Nelson & Brian Nelson
Deb & Al Oferosky memory of Jackie Oferosky, Marie & George Marks
Ardi Roberts in memory of Don & loved ones
Polly Tabbert in memory of Kim Tabbert & Grandpas Kroening and Tabbert
December 24, 2023 ~
10a Christmas Eve Worship at Mt Bethel Church Welcome!! Click here for Order of Worship Rev. Hannah Choi ~ Pastor Click to View livestream of Worship service. |
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October - December on Monday mornings... gathering together, to learn, and uplift one another as we embark together on an incredible journey through "He Chose the Nails."
A meaningful journey, exploring the depths of grace and the profound sacrifice symbolized by the nails of the cross. Max Lucado's powerful words and insight ignite and enrich discussions and foster a deeper connection with our faith and one another in faith. |
December 2023. Once a month, The Worship Team gathers and organize the worship services together. December's meeting was at McDonald's. In the restaurant, for picking up the songs, we sang the songs occasionally. As we sang Christmas songs at the restaurant, we didn’t pay attention to others. All of sudden, one lady came to us and made a big smile and said to us, “I love you guys!” Literally, she loved to hear the songs. It was our first time having a meeting outside of the church, and I felt that we went out to the community and spread the wonderful spirit of joy through the songs. Songs about joy to the world, the birth of Christ, Mary's song, and so on.
When winter weather occurs resulting in dangerous conditions for Sunday morning in person Worship ...
A Cancellation of In-Person Worship announcement will be posted on our website and Facebook page and an email will be sent. Those without email will be notified/phoned.
Pastor and Leadership (Trustee chair & Ad Board chair) will determine cancellation of in person Worship.
Pastor will livestream a Worship message on our Mt Bethel Facebook page from her home.
A Cancellation of In-Person Worship announcement will be posted on our website and Facebook page and an email will be sent. Those without email will be notified/phoned.
Pastor and Leadership (Trustee chair & Ad Board chair) will determine cancellation of in person Worship.
Pastor will livestream a Worship message on our Mt Bethel Facebook page from her home.
October to Thanksgiving Sunday, Nov 19, we gathered food for Neighbors Inc Food Shelf.
Donations were placed on the altar as part of our Neighbors Inc "food-ucopia"
Money gifts, place in the Offering Basket designated Neighbors Inc.
Donations were placed on the altar as part of our Neighbors Inc "food-ucopia"
Money gifts, place in the Offering Basket designated Neighbors Inc.
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On Sunday, November 5th, 2023, All Saints Sunday Mt Bethel Church remembered.
We remembered those lost in the previous year as a way of honoring the impact their lives have had on us. We lit candles, rang remembrance bells, and called out the names of Vaughn Winter, Judy Woods, Deloris Hammer and Bill Brausen honoring their saintly impact on so many. After worship, we came together for fellowship time with coffee & cookies as we rested in the goodness of memories and share stories. Remembering members of Mt Bethel Church Vaughn Winter, June 4, 1930 ~ November 26, 2022 Judy Woods September 21, 1946 ~ January 18, 2023 Deloris Hammer May 10, ~ February 15, 2023 Bill Brausen January 3, 1951 ~ April 25, 2023 |
Sunday, October 29, 2023
K & S Conservatory of Music will have five recitals, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30 in the Sanctuary.
www.kandsmusic.org
Thank you Trustee Chair Craig B for coordinating this musical opportunity with K & S Director Sarah Mensen.
K & S Conservatory of Music will have five recitals, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30 and 5:30 in the Sanctuary.
www.kandsmusic.org
Thank you Trustee Chair Craig B for coordinating this musical opportunity with K & S Director Sarah Mensen.
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October 23, 2023
Fall into Good Hope... Yes, this is an Easter Lili blooming again from Easter time |
October 12, 2023 In response to the recent conflict in Israel and the Gaza Strip, Bishop Lanette Plambeck shares with us a heartfelt pastoral letter. She urges us all to: a) learn about the ongoing situation, b) pray for all those affected, c) reaffirm our commitment to nonviolent responses, & d) champion the inclusion of all voices in the pursuit of peace.
In solidarity for a more peaceful world, Read Bishop Plambeck’s powerful message here.
In solidarity for a more peaceful world, Read Bishop Plambeck’s powerful message here.
🔥🔥October is Fire Prevention Month🔥🔥 This important awareness was established in 1922 by the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association). Its purpose is to raise awareness about the risks of fire-related incidents and to educate both adults and children on how to stay safe in the event of a fire. Fire Prevention Week, observed during the week of October 9th, coincides with the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.
Mt Bethel leadership invites you to engage in conversations throughout the month of October about fire safety in our homes and our place of worship. Let's learn together what to do in case of smoke or fire emergencies to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. Let us all stay fire-safe this October and beyond! 🔥🚒🏠
Also remembering our "Rescue Rudy" Wegner IGH FIre Chief and in recognition of Dick Larson's many years as State Fire Marshal, 🔥🚒🏠
🔥🚒10/19/2023 Thursday IGH Fire Inspector Derek McNamara spoke to 13 of us; sharing fire safety protips and answering our questions. We even had a fire drill coordinated with Dakota County 911 dispatch. 🔥🚒.
Mt Bethel leadership invites you to engage in conversations throughout the month of October about fire safety in our homes and our place of worship. Let's learn together what to do in case of smoke or fire emergencies to keep ourselves and our loved ones safe. Let us all stay fire-safe this October and beyond! 🔥🚒🏠
Also remembering our "Rescue Rudy" Wegner IGH FIre Chief and in recognition of Dick Larson's many years as State Fire Marshal, 🔥🚒🏠
🔥🚒10/19/2023 Thursday IGH Fire Inspector Derek McNamara spoke to 13 of us; sharing fire safety protips and answering our questions. We even had a fire drill coordinated with Dakota County 911 dispatch. 🔥🚒.
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October 1, 2023 As Mt Bethel Church steps into the Fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas season, we are continuing our ministry tradition extending our support to those in need, both near and far.
Now until December 30, 2023, we are offering matching grants from our MOE - Mission Outreach Evangelism Fund. This means that every donation you make will be matched, amplifying the impact of your generosity to the ministry(s) of: Neighbors Inc, UMCOR/United Methodist Committee on Relief, Feed My Starving Children &/or Heifer International. Local, national and global outreach giving will serve as the "hands and feet of Jesus" in our community, across the nation, and around the world. Your contributions will make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. Join us in spreading love, hope, and kindness during this special season of giving. |
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Sept 11-15, 2023
Hilltop Elementary reached out to Mt Bethel looking for some volunteers for the first full week of school to help the kindergarten students each morning with things like:
finding their locker,
hanging up backpacks & jackets,
getting to their classrooms,
getting breakfast & entering their meal code in the keypad
and back to the classroom for eating.
All within 30 minutes of walking in the door of school. There are five kindergarten classrooms at Hilltop. Thank you Sherry, Judy, Darlene & Polly for helping the Class of 2036 get off to the best start.
Hilltop Elementary reached out to Mt Bethel looking for some volunteers for the first full week of school to help the kindergarten students each morning with things like:
finding their locker,
hanging up backpacks & jackets,
getting to their classrooms,
getting breakfast & entering their meal code in the keypad
and back to the classroom for eating.
All within 30 minutes of walking in the door of school. There are five kindergarten classrooms at Hilltop. Thank you Sherry, Judy, Darlene & Polly for helping the Class of 2036 get off to the best start.
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Monday, Aug. 28th we got to feed lunch to our neighbors down the street; the staff of Hilltop Elementary AND... Salem Hills Elementary from across town.
When we arrived for lunch setup we learned our serving location would be in a different location for Salem Hills staff were also using Hilltop as their 1st day of teacher-workshop meetings due to construction at Salem Hills Elementary campus. So too, they were working from the Hilltop campus getting lots of Inservice accomplished…. Hummm could we serve Salem Hills staff too??? A quick phone call to Cub Foods deli… if it was possible to make 1 more sub sandwich platter & have it ready in 30 minutes – Cub said Yes we can! We told Hilltop that we would have enough to serve the Staff of Salem Hills too… spread the word to them, lunch at noon. Now the reason was revealed… the inner voice that said, be generous in the plan for serving the neighbors. On magnificent Monday ... the first day of 2023-2024 school year for Hilltop Elementary AND Salem Hills Elementary staff, lunch was provided by Mt Bethel Church. Thanks for the help Judy A, Terry A, George A, Mary A, Mark Z & Polly T. Missed the faces in the pic of the leftovers ~ (lol) nice feet... |
August 20, 2023 ~ Worship at Mt Bethel Church
Welcome!! Click here for Order of Worship
Rev. Hannah Choi ~ Pastor
Mt Bethel Legacy Testimony Power Prayers 30 years~ August 18, 1993 to 202
by Mary Anich, Judy Alich, Kathy Behrendt
Click to View livestream of Worship service.
Welcome!! Click here for Order of Worship
Rev. Hannah Choi ~ Pastor
Mt Bethel Legacy Testimony Power Prayers 30 years~ August 18, 1993 to 202
by Mary Anich, Judy Alich, Kathy Behrendt
Click to View livestream of Worship service.
The IGH, SSP, WSP Relay for Life community goal was to raise $25,000. Raised $33,602.41. $526.50 dollars raised by Team Mt Bethel.
Also #45 pounds of can goods donated to Neighbors Inc food shelf. Cans used as weight for luminaries. Photos here.
Also #45 pounds of can goods donated to Neighbors Inc food shelf. Cans used as weight for luminaries. Photos here.
Click image for photos of event
Relay for Life 2023 - Team Mt Bethel, Saturday, August 5, 4-10pm
at Lincoln Center track in South St Paul.
In our journey of Legacy Ministry and remembering the Mt Bethel Church impact of ministry to our community... In the 2000’s Mt Bethel Church was a host site for a cancer support group ‘Christians Coping With Cancer’ made up of cancer survivors, persons with cancer and caregivers. Annually the group participated in the American Cancer Society, Relay For Life.
Relay for Life unites our local communities: Inver Grove Heights, South St Paul & West St Paul. We celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and take action for lifesaving change.
We all have our own reason for joining Relay For Life, we will take down cancer because we are in it together. Our 2023 Mt Bethel Relay For Life Team is fundraising for the American Cancer Society's support service and lifesaving research. Believe us, every dollar really does count, so we're asking for your help. Please donate by creating a Luminary(s) or join our team the evening of August 5th, because together we can end cancer.
The 2023 Relay celebration took place Saturday, August 5th 4-10pm around the track of Lincoln Elementary School.
Mt Bethel attendees were invited to spend the evening with us, time frame 4-10pm. Come for an hour, stay longer too.
At 4pm the Relay opened with a survivor celebration, where survivors are honored while they take the first lap. After the first lap, all were invited to walk or bring a chair and visit.
At dusk (8:15p) the Luminaria Ceremony. This powerful ceremony is a time to remember loved ones lost and to honor those whose fight continues. A silent lap is taken around the track with a bagpiper playing & drum cadence.
Come for an hour or stay longer, visit with others, &/or stroll the track.
Food..... 3 local food trucks participated in the evening too; K-Town food truck, Sabrosos food truck and Ernie's Ice Cream
Luminary bags were available in the Fellowship hall for decorating with a name(s) of loved ones. A suggested $10 donation.
You can give online or Sunday offering basket: writing a check, make payable to Mt Bethel Church designate/memo Relay for Life. Or cash/note that says Relay for Life. Team Captains: Judy Ak, Mary A & Polly.
at Lincoln Center track in South St Paul.
In our journey of Legacy Ministry and remembering the Mt Bethel Church impact of ministry to our community... In the 2000’s Mt Bethel Church was a host site for a cancer support group ‘Christians Coping With Cancer’ made up of cancer survivors, persons with cancer and caregivers. Annually the group participated in the American Cancer Society, Relay For Life.
Relay for Life unites our local communities: Inver Grove Heights, South St Paul & West St Paul. We celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and take action for lifesaving change.
We all have our own reason for joining Relay For Life, we will take down cancer because we are in it together. Our 2023 Mt Bethel Relay For Life Team is fundraising for the American Cancer Society's support service and lifesaving research. Believe us, every dollar really does count, so we're asking for your help. Please donate by creating a Luminary(s) or join our team the evening of August 5th, because together we can end cancer.
The 2023 Relay celebration took place Saturday, August 5th 4-10pm around the track of Lincoln Elementary School.
Mt Bethel attendees were invited to spend the evening with us, time frame 4-10pm. Come for an hour, stay longer too.
At 4pm the Relay opened with a survivor celebration, where survivors are honored while they take the first lap. After the first lap, all were invited to walk or bring a chair and visit.
At dusk (8:15p) the Luminaria Ceremony. This powerful ceremony is a time to remember loved ones lost and to honor those whose fight continues. A silent lap is taken around the track with a bagpiper playing & drum cadence.
Come for an hour or stay longer, visit with others, &/or stroll the track.
Food..... 3 local food trucks participated in the evening too; K-Town food truck, Sabrosos food truck and Ernie's Ice Cream
Luminary bags were available in the Fellowship hall for decorating with a name(s) of loved ones. A suggested $10 donation.
You can give online or Sunday offering basket: writing a check, make payable to Mt Bethel Church designate/memo Relay for Life. Or cash/note that says Relay for Life. Team Captains: Judy Ak, Mary A & Polly.
Special Note: No Night to Unite 2023 – Tuesday, August 1:
After thoughtful considerations, this year, Mt Bethel regrettably is not hosting the neighborhood's Night to Unite gathering.
At this time, the church does not have the physical people power-endurance to Host the neighborhood’s gathering.
After thoughtful considerations, this year, Mt Bethel regrettably is not hosting the neighborhood's Night to Unite gathering.
At this time, the church does not have the physical people power-endurance to Host the neighborhood’s gathering.
July 25th, 2023
The Mt Bethel garden is producing.... filled with vegetables; tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, pumpkins, rhubarb and wildflowers too.
Our dear Sherry Z has been taking care of the garden. She loves to feel the dirt and the sunshine feeling God’s presence and healing through it. She pulled out the weeds and planted vegetables. She comes to the church almost every day and gives the water. Also, she is bringing these vegetables to the church each Sunday so people can take the harvest. We deeply appreciate her diligent work.
Our beautiful garden will remain as one of Mt Bethel’s good legacies as well.
Click here to view more pics of this season's garden and past gardens.
The Mt Bethel garden is producing.... filled with vegetables; tomatoes, cucumbers, zucchini, pumpkins, rhubarb and wildflowers too.
Our dear Sherry Z has been taking care of the garden. She loves to feel the dirt and the sunshine feeling God’s presence and healing through it. She pulled out the weeds and planted vegetables. She comes to the church almost every day and gives the water. Also, she is bringing these vegetables to the church each Sunday so people can take the harvest. We deeply appreciate her diligent work.
Our beautiful garden will remain as one of Mt Bethel’s good legacies as well.
Click here to view more pics of this season's garden and past gardens.
July 16, 2023 ~ Worship at Mt Bethel Church Ardi R shared legacy testimony about Mt Bethel's windows.
Welcome!! Click here for Order of Worship
Rev. Hannah Choi ~ Pastor
You can view slides of Mt Bethel's Window Story here or click here to view photo album of Mt Bethel windows.
Click to View livestream of Worship service.
Welcome!! Click here for Order of Worship
Rev. Hannah Choi ~ Pastor
You can view slides of Mt Bethel's Window Story here or click here to view photo album of Mt Bethel windows.
Click to View livestream of Worship service.
Click here to view the livestream video from the 2023 Annual Conference. Our Bishop Lanette Plambeck gave us a wonderful message. Pastor Hannah participated in the choir (at 1:26:00) and lead a prayer of thanksgiving (at 1:43:07) as Mt Bethel's Pastor.
Click here to view recap of MN 2023 Annual Conference 4 min Recap video
Click here to read written highlight summary of 2023 Annual Conference
Click here to view MN Annual Conference resources
Click here to view recap of MN 2023 Annual Conference 4 min Recap video
Click here to read written highlight summary of 2023 Annual Conference
Click here to view MN Annual Conference resources
April 25, 2023:
Prayers the Lord wraps Bill Brausen’s family & friends with Peace that passes all understanding.
Wednesday, June 7, 6pm Visitation, 7pm Memorial Service for Bill Brausen at Mt Bethel Church.
Prayers the Lord wraps Bill Brausen’s family & friends with Peace that passes all understanding.
Wednesday, June 7, 6pm Visitation, 7pm Memorial Service for Bill Brausen at Mt Bethel Church.
Sunday, April 30, 2023. Special music: Spirit Song Choir under the direction of Mary Reimann in worship and Special message from Judy A sharing Our Mt Bethel Mission Story,
Click to View livestream of Worship service.
Click to View livestream of Worship service.
Our 2023 Easter garden
Judy & Terry A in memory of loved ones Judy & Ken A in memory of family members Mary & George A in honor of daughter Kathy B in memory of husband Shirley D celebrating loved ones Eck family in memory of family members Dick & Sandy L in memory of our parents Joann L in memory of Ron Barb M In honor of daughters Marie M in memory of husband JoAnn N in memory of husband & son Deb & Al O in honor of Jackie George & Marie, & Paul Ardi R in memory of husband Polly T in memory of husband & father/grandfathers Wayne W in memory of wife |
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Neighbors Inc has entered into the annual state-wide food drive Minnesota FoodShare Campaign. We are helping to collect as much food and funds as we can during the month of March for our Neighbors Inc food shelf. Donate here or Sunday offering memo: Neighbors Inc
Neighbors distributed 774,141 lbs of food last year at 6 satellite food shelf locations in the community + the main food shelf location in Neighbors. There are 4 ways to access the Neighbors food shelf: in-person shopping, curbside pick-up, delivery and attending a distribution event. Last year, 17,607 families were served through Neighbors hunger relief services |
Neighbors, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides opportunities for its neighbors to thrive by connecting volunteers to people in need of services including food, clothing and financial support. Founded in 1972 by local churches, Neighbors serves the Northern Dakota County communities of Inver Grove Heights, South St. Paul, West St. Paul, Mendota Heights, Mendota, Sunfish Lake and Lilydale.
UMCOR Sunday – March 19, 2023
Our UMCOR Sunday offering underwrites UMCOR’s administrative costs. This offering allows UMCOR to use 100% of all funds given to humanitarian response and recovery efforts directly to communities in need. Our UMCOR Sunday giving ensures UMCOR can respond swiftly to disasters around the world and as a source of hope & healing for those left most vulnerable. Donate - memo: UMCOR Sunday
A devastating earthquake hit the Turkey & Syria regions of the world now restoring efforts. Watch this video for an update on UMCOR's response to the devastating earthquake. Donate - memo: UMCOR earthquake
Our UMCOR Sunday offering underwrites UMCOR’s administrative costs. This offering allows UMCOR to use 100% of all funds given to humanitarian response and recovery efforts directly to communities in need. Our UMCOR Sunday giving ensures UMCOR can respond swiftly to disasters around the world and as a source of hope & healing for those left most vulnerable. Donate - memo: UMCOR Sunday
A devastating earthquake hit the Turkey & Syria regions of the world now restoring efforts. Watch this video for an update on UMCOR's response to the devastating earthquake. Donate - memo: UMCOR earthquake
2023 Lent at Mt Bethel, we will participate in the MN Conference Lenten study delivered to us by Conference leadership preaching modern day interpretations of John Wesley’s sermons.
Videos and Study Guides You can begin the study whenever you'd like. There is weekly video and a small group discussion guides.
Feb. 23: Rev. Fred Vanderwerf discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “Salvation by Faith” / Video / Study Guide
March 2: Bishop Lanette Plambeck discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “The Almost Christian” / Video / Study Guide
March 9: Rev. Dan Johnson discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “The Circumcision of the Heart” / Video / Study Guide
March 16: Rev. Cynthia Williams discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “Upon Our Lord’s Sermon on the Mount” / Video / Study Guide
March 23: Rev. Laurie Kantonen discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “The General Spread of the Gospel” / Video / Study Guide
March 30: Rev. Cindy Gregorson discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “On Zeal” / Video / Study Guide
Access or download all six study guides in one document
Access all of John Wesley's sermons
Videos and Study Guides You can begin the study whenever you'd like. There is weekly video and a small group discussion guides.
Feb. 23: Rev. Fred Vanderwerf discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “Salvation by Faith” / Video / Study Guide
March 2: Bishop Lanette Plambeck discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “The Almost Christian” / Video / Study Guide
March 9: Rev. Dan Johnson discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “The Circumcision of the Heart” / Video / Study Guide
March 16: Rev. Cynthia Williams discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “Upon Our Lord’s Sermon on the Mount” / Video / Study Guide
March 23: Rev. Laurie Kantonen discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “The General Spread of the Gospel” / Video / Study Guide
March 30: Rev. Cindy Gregorson discusses John Wesley's sermon titled “On Zeal” / Video / Study Guide
Access or download all six study guides in one document
Access all of John Wesley's sermons
Due to the BIG SNOW event of Feb 22 - 24, Mt Bethel leadership determined for safety,
it is best to CANCEL Feb 22 Ash Wednesday Worship and have the Imposition of Ashes at Sunday Feb 26 worship.
Leadership invites you to Begin your Journey in Lent... with a Message from Bishop Lanette Plambeck
let's start, click to read or view
Leadership has also canceled Thursday morning 8am Clean Team Ministry & 9am Coffee Fellowship time.
it is best to CANCEL Feb 22 Ash Wednesday Worship and have the Imposition of Ashes at Sunday Feb 26 worship.
Leadership invites you to Begin your Journey in Lent... with a Message from Bishop Lanette Plambeck
let's start, click to read or view
Leadership has also canceled Thursday morning 8am Clean Team Ministry & 9am Coffee Fellowship time.
Due to Weather cancellation, Imposition of Ashes will be apart of Sunday Feb 26 Sunday Worship.
2023 Lent: With thoughtful conversation reviewing options for Wednesdays in Lent, the Mt Bethel Worship Team has determined that Lent 2023 at Mt Bethel, we will participate in the MN Conference Lenten study delivered to us by Conference leadership preaching modern day interpretations of John Wesley’s sermons.
Beginning Wednesday, March 1, Lenten sermon videos and corresponding study guide will come to worship attendees in our weekly Mt Bethel email for a mid-week personal devotion time.
2023 Lent: With thoughtful conversation reviewing options for Wednesdays in Lent, the Mt Bethel Worship Team has determined that Lent 2023 at Mt Bethel, we will participate in the MN Conference Lenten study delivered to us by Conference leadership preaching modern day interpretations of John Wesley’s sermons.
Beginning Wednesday, March 1, Lenten sermon videos and corresponding study guide will come to worship attendees in our weekly Mt Bethel email for a mid-week personal devotion time.
You are the light of the world. A city on top of a hill can’t be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they put it on top of a lampstand, and it shines on all who are in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before people, so they can see the good things you do and praise your Father who is in heaven. Matthew 5: 14-16
February 15, 2023 Praying the Lord wrapps Deloris Hammer's family & friends with Peace that passes all understanding.
Sunday, March 12, 11a-1pm Visitation for Deloris Hammer at Mt Bethel Church Fellowship hall.
A reminder of Deloris impact in our community from 2016.
February 15, 2023 Praying the Lord wrapps Deloris Hammer's family & friends with Peace that passes all understanding.
Sunday, March 12, 11a-1pm Visitation for Deloris Hammer at Mt Bethel Church Fellowship hall.
A reminder of Deloris impact in our community from 2016.
December 14, 2016
Mt Bethel's Deloris H has crocheted scarfs for every kid in her neighborhood. Who is next? She has now enough scarfs for a classroom at Hilltop Elm. Deloris is pictured with the school nurse and social worker when she and Pastor Dave dropped off the scarfs. Word is the Early Childhood-Pre-school Program at Hilltop Elm needs scarfs. Deloris has begun crochetting for them.
If you have extra yarn and would like to pass it along to Deloris H, she is accepting donations for her crochet ministry for our Mt Bethel Church's neighborhood kids at Hilltop Elementary. Your yarn donations can be dropped off at church. Deloris' yarn preference is Red Heart Super Saver. Want to join Deloris in this project of warming the necks of neighborhood kids, she'd love to tell you about this ministry on Sunday mornings.
Mt Bethel's Deloris H has crocheted scarfs for every kid in her neighborhood. Who is next? She has now enough scarfs for a classroom at Hilltop Elm. Deloris is pictured with the school nurse and social worker when she and Pastor Dave dropped off the scarfs. Word is the Early Childhood-Pre-school Program at Hilltop Elm needs scarfs. Deloris has begun crochetting for them.
If you have extra yarn and would like to pass it along to Deloris H, she is accepting donations for her crochet ministry for our Mt Bethel Church's neighborhood kids at Hilltop Elementary. Your yarn donations can be dropped off at church. Deloris' yarn preference is Red Heart Super Saver. Want to join Deloris in this project of warming the necks of neighborhood kids, she'd love to tell you about this ministry on Sunday mornings.
Summary of our Fall & Christmas time 2022 special giving to Neighbors Inc.
$1,329 from MtB Plus 185# of groceries
Oct $ 65 gift + $65 MOE Match = $130
Nov $275 gift + $275 MOE Match + AmVets match of $550 = $1,100 total
Nov 185 pounds of food + $185 MOE Match = $370
Dec $232 gift + $232 MOE Match = $464
2022 special giving to Neighbors Inc.
$1,217 Designated offering Donations to Neighbors Inc
$1,197 Disbursements from MOE Mission fund (matching grant)
$ 483. Delivered 483 pounds of food to the food shelf in 2022: 1lb=1$
$2,897 Total giving by members & friends of Mt Bethel Church in 2022
Summary of our Fall & Christmas time special giving to Heifer International $1,560
Oct $100 gift + $100 MOE Match + Tripled by Heifer donor = $600
Nov $150 gift + $150 MOE Match + Tripled by Heifer donor = $900
Dec $ 710 gift + 350 MOE Match + Tripled by Heifer donor = $3,180
Summary of our Fall & Christmas time special giving to UMCOR $996
Oct $100 gift + $100 MOE Match = $200
Nov $285 gift + $285 MOE Match = $570
Dec $113 gift + $113 MOE Match = $226
2022 special giving to UMCOR
$2,133 Designated offering Donations to UMCOR
$1,148 Disbursements from MOE Mission fund (matching grant)
$3,281 Total giving by members & friends of Mt Bethel Church in 2022
$1,329 from MtB Plus 185# of groceries
Oct $ 65 gift + $65 MOE Match = $130
Nov $275 gift + $275 MOE Match + AmVets match of $550 = $1,100 total
Nov 185 pounds of food + $185 MOE Match = $370
Dec $232 gift + $232 MOE Match = $464
2022 special giving to Neighbors Inc.
$1,217 Designated offering Donations to Neighbors Inc
$1,197 Disbursements from MOE Mission fund (matching grant)
$ 483. Delivered 483 pounds of food to the food shelf in 2022: 1lb=1$
$2,897 Total giving by members & friends of Mt Bethel Church in 2022
Summary of our Fall & Christmas time special giving to Heifer International $1,560
Oct $100 gift + $100 MOE Match + Tripled by Heifer donor = $600
Nov $150 gift + $150 MOE Match + Tripled by Heifer donor = $900
Dec $ 710 gift + 350 MOE Match + Tripled by Heifer donor = $3,180
Summary of our Fall & Christmas time special giving to UMCOR $996
Oct $100 gift + $100 MOE Match = $200
Nov $285 gift + $285 MOE Match = $570
Dec $113 gift + $113 MOE Match = $226
2022 special giving to UMCOR
$2,133 Designated offering Donations to UMCOR
$1,148 Disbursements from MOE Mission fund (matching grant)
$3,281 Total giving by members & friends of Mt Bethel Church in 2022
81 New neighbors
In 2022, our MOE outreach delivered 81 New Neighbor welcome bags to new home owners within 2 miles of church.
Welcome bag included a handwritten welcome note with scripture, pen, daily devotional booklet and information contact card delivered to front doors.
In 2022, our MOE outreach delivered 81 New Neighbor welcome bags to new home owners within 2 miles of church.
Welcome bag included a handwritten welcome note with scripture, pen, daily devotional booklet and information contact card delivered to front doors.
Warning Warning Warning Warning Warning Warning
Be Alert: a fraudulent text message scheme allegedly from Pastor was sent to members of the church. The text asked for you to reply to the text message to help address a financial need by purchasing gift cards to be distributed.
DO NOT REPLY to the text message. It is not coming from any number associated with the church. The aim of these hackers is to get you to reply to the text or email and engage with them in order to access your fund$ or private information.
Please be assured that: Mt Bethel Church or leadership/Pastor do not solicit donations or other assistance in this manner. Your best defense is to be alert to communications that seem out of character or unusual in nature.
The best way to protect yourself against possible identity theft or fraud is to be alert to texts or emails that just don’t seem “right” and simply press DELETE. DO NOT RESPOND.
Thanks again for your understanding and vigilance in being on the lookout and helping deter this kind of fraud.
Read more about SCAM emails resource of United Methodist Church
Be Alert: a fraudulent text message scheme allegedly from Pastor was sent to members of the church. The text asked for you to reply to the text message to help address a financial need by purchasing gift cards to be distributed.
DO NOT REPLY to the text message. It is not coming from any number associated with the church. The aim of these hackers is to get you to reply to the text or email and engage with them in order to access your fund$ or private information.
Please be assured that: Mt Bethel Church or leadership/Pastor do not solicit donations or other assistance in this manner. Your best defense is to be alert to communications that seem out of character or unusual in nature.
The best way to protect yourself against possible identity theft or fraud is to be alert to texts or emails that just don’t seem “right” and simply press DELETE. DO NOT RESPOND.
Thanks again for your understanding and vigilance in being on the lookout and helping deter this kind of fraud.
Read more about SCAM emails resource of United Methodist Church
January 18, 2023:
May the God of hope give family & friends of Judy Woods peace for your soul and a deep sense of comfort from every prayer lifted for them during this time.
Funeral service, Thursday, March 30 at 7pm Newport Lutheran Church for Judy Woods
May the God of hope give family & friends of Judy Woods peace for your soul and a deep sense of comfort from every prayer lifted for them during this time.
Funeral service, Thursday, March 30 at 7pm Newport Lutheran Church for Judy Woods
Mt Bethel church has a history of supporting the B.E.S.T. Foundation's mission of raising funds and awarding post-secondary scholarships to Simley graduates. Clearly B.E.S.T. would not have a 30+ year impact in Inver Grove without the generosity and continued support of individuals, families, businesses and organizations to the Foundation's mission.
The B.E.S.T. Foundation is grateful for Mt Bethel members' support and blessed that youth who grew up in Mt Bethel Church are recipients of scholarships. Mt Bethel members have also served in the leadership as a Board of Director: Millie McAdams, Jill Lewis, Don Roberts, Rose Sterret, Cheryl Paine, Ellen Bomstad & Polly Tabbert to name a few. For your review the B.E.S.T. Foundation's 2022 Annual Report.
The B.E.S.T. Foundation is grateful for Mt Bethel members' support and blessed that youth who grew up in Mt Bethel Church are recipients of scholarships. Mt Bethel members have also served in the leadership as a Board of Director: Millie McAdams, Jill Lewis, Don Roberts, Rose Sterret, Cheryl Paine, Ellen Bomstad & Polly Tabbert to name a few. For your review the B.E.S.T. Foundation's 2022 Annual Report.
On Sunday, Jan 1, 2023 in Worship, MN Conference Historian Thelma Ballinger Boeder shared Mt Bethel's historic roots to Old Salem Shrine.
On the conference website you can read her research of the MN United Methodist church from 1837-2018. Info on Mt Bethel is on page 260. Click here to read her Sunday Jan 1 Mt Bethel testimony.
Planting UM Roots in MN 1837-2018 (p260)
On the conference website you can read her research of the MN United Methodist church from 1837-2018. Info on Mt Bethel is on page 260. Click here to read her Sunday Jan 1 Mt Bethel testimony.
Planting UM Roots in MN 1837-2018 (p260)
