Announcements
1. JOASH OFFERING- We have not yet met this year’s goal for our Joash Offering collection, which will go towards seal coating the parking lot and exterior painting. If you have not donated already, you can give in person-mark your envelope accordingly or go to our home page at bfvumc.org. Click "online giving" then scroll down to Joash Offering. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!
2. JOINT WORSHIP SERVICE AND CHURCH PICNIC- Mark your calendars! Join us in fellowship for our combined church service and picnic with the Bethany, Hope UCC, and Tabernaculo communities. Chicken, hotdogs, drinks, and place settings will be provided. Please sign up so we know how many will be joining and let us know if you plan to bring a dish to share. There is plenty of space in the Fellowship Hall refrigerator for cold items and plugs in the kitchen for hot crockpot items. Regardless of what you bring, please plan to drop off at the Fellowship Hall prior to service.
3. DORCAS CIRCLE- The Dorcas Circle is holding their annual drive to collect diapers, wipes, baby clothing, and feminine products to donate to the Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry in Aurora. Items can be placed in the entryway throughout the month of September.
4. GREAT AGERS- The leaves are changing colors, and the days are getting shorter which means it is time to celebrate Fall with the Great Agers here at Bethany. The group is open to all area seniors. We will meet for a baked potato lunch at noon on Friday, October 10th. We will provide the spuds and beverages and ask everyone to bring their favorite toppings from sour cream to chili to chipped beef or bring a salad or dessert if you prefer. Be sure to also pack a plate and silverware. Following lunch, we will play a few games including Ghost bingo. If you can, bring a small grab bag gift hidden in a paper bag to use for our prize auction. Plan to arrive between 11:30 and noon. We will pop open the potatoes at noon and eat. Sign up on the bulletin board, or call/email us if you plan to attend so we bake enough potatoes.
5. WORSHIP SERVICE VOLUNTEERS- Making our worship service run smoothly each week depends on our team of volunteers performing various roles. Over the next three months, there are several dates that need more volunteers. We are mainly in need of ushers, worship leaders, and alternate greeters.
Having more people on board also helps us to cover last minute changes. Please prayerfully consider giving some of your time. Volunteering for even just a few dates can make a huge difference!
Signing up is easy. You can: Write your name on dates you are available on the schedule posted on the hallway bulletin board or mail the office with your availability. The schedule will be updated regularly to reflect any changes.