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CURRENT SERMON SERIES
JUNE 19, 2016
ABOUT BETHANYOur Mission To be a Christian community where the love of God is transforming us from the Inside Out and our love for God is drawing the Outside In.
Our VisionBethany Church is a loving community, intentionally connecting with one another, so that we may be: • Comforted by the Grace of God • Changed by the Word of God • Challenged by the Mission of God
BETHANY IS ON THE AIRTV - Portsmouth ppmtv, Channel 98, Exeter, Brentwood and Stratham Public TV Channel 98, or EXTVG, Channel 22, Sandown TV, Channel 17, Raymond TV, Channel 13 and Epping Public TV. (Check your local listings for times.)
Radio - WSEW 88.7 FM, Sundays at 12:00pm
Web - Live broadcasts Sundays at 9:00 & 11:00am. Archives on demand 24/7.
CD and DVD - Full worship services available
OFFICE HOURSMonday and Thursday ............... 9:00am - 3:00pm Wednesday ......................................12:00 - 5:00pm Pastor’s Office Hours Monday ....................................10:00am - 12:00pm or by appointment
FINANCIALGeneral Operating FundRevenue / Expense Summary5 Months ended May 31, 2016
2016 Actual Budget Actual vs. Budget
Giving $93,023 $109,000 $(15,977)
Net Expenses $111,412 $111,998 $(586)
Income/(Loss) $(18,389) $(2,998) $(15,391)
WELCOME GUESTSThank you so much for visiting our Raymond Campus! Our desire is to make your first experience a warm one. Please help yourself to a complimentary coffee and an assortment of baked goods in our Café. Rest peacefully knowing your children will be taken care of and taught by a team of well-trained individuals who make safety a top priority. You’ll also find relevant messages that are rooted in sound biblical theology, and a contemporary worship service which we believe will greatly bless your heart.
THE CAFÉThe Café is open before and after services on Sunday mornings. You are welcome to enjoy your coffee during the service. The Café will close 15 minutes into the service in order to eliminate any distraction to those worshipping. It will re-open for fellowship at the end of the service.
IN NEED OF PRAYER TODAY?If you are in need of prayer, the Pastor is available at the front of the Sanctuary after each service.
NURSERYOur caring nursery team is ready to welcome your baby during the service. The nursery is located to the right at the bottom of the stairs. Nursing moms are also welcome and will be able to see and hear the service.
MEMBERSHIP AT BETHANYIf you are interested in becoming a member of Bethany Church, please contact Kim O’Brien ([email protected]).
COMMUNIONAll communion elements are gluten free so that everyone who wants to participate may do so. If you have any questions, please ask the Café host or one of our ushers.
LOST AND FOUNDThere is a large bin labeled, “lost and found,” located upstairs near the ladies room. Check it out if you are missing anything.
2016 Family eXperienceThe Brightest Week of the Summer!
August 14-18, 5:45pm-8:15pm
Contact: Ali Bousquin ([email protected])
ANNOUNCEMENTS
FX is a week-long event for the whole family, a time where families will eat, worship, and work on mission projects together. After time together the kids will
set off to explore the rock-solid foundation of Jesus’ love. Our Cave Quest kid’s program is filled with incredible Bible-learning experiences kids see, hear, touch,
and even taste! Sciency-Fun Gizmos™, team-building games, cool Bible songs, and tasty treats are just a few of the standout activities that help faith flow into
real life. Sign your family up today at the Information Center or contact Ali Bousquin for more information.
2016 Family eXperienceThe Brightest Week of the Summer!
August 14-18, 5:45pm-8:15pm
Contact: Ali Bousquin ([email protected])
ANNOUNCEMENTS
COUPLES DATE NIGHT
Saturday, June 25, 2016 7:00 - 10:00 pmPortsmouth Ball Room 948 US-1 BYP Portsmouth, NH 03801
Friday August 5 at 9:00am- Saturday, August 6 at 1:00pmPawtuckaway State ParkFor Students entering 8th through 12th grade$20 non-refundable registration and permission forms are due by Sunday, July 24
Bethany Marriage Ministry Team is hosting
its 2nd Date Night at Portsmouth Ballroom.
Instructors will be there to demonstrate and
teach basic steps followed by an actual dance.
Light refreshments will be served. Cost is
$20.00 per couple. For more information,
please contact Melody Goodhue at
(978) 270-3623 or [email protected]
Deepen your relationships with students, your leaders, and God during this campingretreat. We will have meaningful experiences you won’t soon forget. We will meet at the Raymond Campus and carpool to the Youth Group section of Pawtuckaway State Park where the adventures will begin. All food and activities will be provided. You can bring money for the camp store if you would like but it is not necessary. Join the fun and register today.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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AUGUST 11 & 12, 2016Early bird pricing $89/pp until 7/12/16Late bird pricing $119/pp (starting 7/13/16)Visit: www.willowcreek.com/eventsChoose: Premiere Host Site, NH Site # 41Code: PREMIER16 Register Today!
SERMON NOTES: WEEK 12, JUNE 19, 2016Pastor Bruce BoriaBE ONE MAKE ONE FROM THIS DAY FORWARD... “RISEN”
Acts 26:1–30, 1 Then Agrippa said to Paul, “You have permission to speak for yourself.” So Paul motioned with his hand and began his defense: 2 “King Agrippa, I consider myself fortunate to stand before you today as I make my defense against all the accusations of the Jews, 3 and especially so because you are well acquainted with all the Jewish customs and controversies. Therefore, I beg you to listen to me patiently.
PAUL BEGINS WITH HIS PAST4 “The Jews all know the way I have lived ever since I was a child, from the beginning of my life in my own country, and also in Jerusalem. 5 They have known me for a long time and can testify, if they are willing, that according to the strictest sect of our religion, I lived as a Pharisee. 6 And now it is because of my hope in what God has promised our fathers that I am on trial today. 7 This is the promise our twelve tribes are hoping to see fulfilled as they earnestly serve God day and night. O king, it is because of this hope that the Jews are accusing me. 8 Why should any of you consider it incredible that God raises the dead? 9 “I too was convinced that I ought to do all that was possible to oppose the name of Jesus of Nazareth. 10 And that is just what I did in Jerusalem. On the authority of the chief priests I put many of the saints in prison, and when they were put to death, I cast my vote against them. 11 Many a time I went from one synagogue to another to have them punished, and I tried to force them to blaspheme. In my obsession against them, I even went to foreign cities to persecute them.
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF PAUL’S DAMASCUS EXPERIENCE
12 “On one of these journeys I was going to Damascus with the authority and commission of the chief priests. 13 About noon, O king, as I was on the road, I saw a light from heaven, brighter than the sun, blazing around me and my companions. 14 We all fell to the ground, and I heard a voice saying to me in Aramaic, ‘Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me? It is hard for you to kick against the goads.’ 15 “Then I asked, ‘Who are you, Lord?’ “ ‘I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,’ the Lord replied. 16 ‘Now get up and stand on your feet. I have appeared to you to appoint you as a servant and as a witness of what you have seen of me and what I will show you. 17 I will rescue you from your own people and from the Gentiles. I am sending you to them 18 to open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan to God, so that they may receive forgiveness of sins and a place among those who are sanctified by faith in me.’
PAUL’S WITNESS FOR CHRIST (cf. Acts 2:14-42; Acts 13:32-39)19 “So then, King Agrippa, I was not disobedient to the vision from heaven. 20 First to those in Damascus, then to those in Jerusalem and in all Judea, and to the Gentiles also, I preached that they should repent and turn to God and prove their repentance by their deeds. 21 That is why the Jews seized me in the temple courts and tried to kill me. 22 But I have had God’s help to this very day, and so I stand here and testify to small and great alike. I am saying nothing beyond what the prophets and Moses said would happen —
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23 that the Christ would suffer and, as the first to rise from the dead, would proclaim light to his own people and to the Gentiles.”
PAUL’S PASSION24 At this point Festus interrupted Paul’s defense. “You are out of your mind, Paul!” he shouted. “Your great learning is driving you insane.” 25 “I am not insane, most excellent Festus,” Paul replied. “What I am saying is true and reasonable. 26 The king is familiar with these things, and I can speak freely to him. I am convinced that none of this has escaped his notice, because it was not done in a corner. 27 King Agrippa, do you believe the prophets? I know you do.” 28 Then Agrippa said to Paul, “Do you think that in such a short time you can persuade me to be a Christian?” 29 Paul replied, “Short time or long—I pray God that not only you but all who are listening to me today may become what I am, except for these chains.” 30 The king rose, and with him the governor and Bernice and those sitting with them.
God has _______________________ Himself through His son, Jesus
Jesus is the promised ___________________________________
Jesus’ promises are _______________________________
Jesus is __________________________ of our witness and devotion
SERMON NOTES (continued)
CONNECT GROUP DISCUSSION GUIDE
OPENINGSummer has finally arrived! Discuss with your group the ways you plan on sharing the Gospel with your community this summer.
GOING DEEPER 1. Read through Acts 26. Putting the false accusations against Paul by the Jews aside (cf. Acts
23-24), what was the real reason the Apostle stood on trial before King Agrippa (vs. 6-8)?
2. Contrast Paul’s life before his conversion (cf. vs. 4-5, 9-18) with his life after his conversion (cf. vs. 20; Acts 9-28). How was it similar? How was it different?
What was your life like before you accepted Christ as your Savior? How would you describe your life after your conversion?
How has this changed life impacted the lives of those around you for Christ?
3. Read Acts 26:24. What was Festus’ reaction to Paul’s message? Are you surprised by Festus’ reaction? Why or why not?
What are some of the reactions you have received when you shared the Gospel? How have people in your life reacted to how you have changed since you decided to follow Christ?
CHALLENGEIn 1 Peter 3:14-15 the Apostle tells us to “always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” Meditate on this Scripture through the week, and consider how you would share the “hope” that you have in Christ.
Read Acts 27-28 in preparation for next week.
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Compassion MealsJudy Swible ([email protected])The Compassion Meals Team provides a meal to Bethany families that have an immediate need. A meal is such an encouragement and an expression of love. If you would like to join the team, contact Judy.
Prayer TeamKim O’Brien ([email protected])Our prayer team is here to pray for you. Whatever may be on your heart, no matter how big or small the burden, we are here for you. Prayer requests can be emailed to Kim O’Brien or you can fill out a prayer card on Sunday mornings. These can be placed in the offering plate or in the prayer box at the Information Center. Both will then be sent to the prayer team.
Visitation TeamKim O’Brien ([email protected])We all have times in our lives when a caring visit proves to be a precious gift. If someone in your family would like to receive a visit, or if you know someone from Bethany that could use help, please contact Kim O’Brien.
Stephen MinistryBonnie O’Keefe (603-772-2748) or Lyn Bullock ([email protected])Stephen Ministers are trained to give one-on-one Christian care to those who are going through a period of crisis. If you are in need, please contact Bonnie. Men and women ministers are available.
PRAYER & CARING
Community Exchange/Business DirectoryPat Fuller ([email protected]) Did you know we have a community exchange board on our website? People list available rentals, available jobs, and items for sale. We also have a Business Directory of companies owned and operated by Bethany attendees. Please check it out at www.bethanychurch.com/home/connect/community-exchange/ ...and don’t forget to list your business or your items!
GuardrailsSunday, August 14 - Thursday, August 18 6:45 - 8:00pm Ali Bousquin ([email protected]) The truth is we don't often notice them, but by the time we do it is likely they have already saved our life. Now imagine if you could put up guard rails in every area of your life? Your family? Your marriage? Your finances? Even your faith? In this series, we will learn biblical instruction on how we can protect what God has so graciously given to us.
CONNECTING
Celebrate Recovery - Greenland Campus Room 121Thursdays, Dinner 5:45pm, Discussion 6:30pm Bill Olsen ([email protected] or 207-351-3200)Come and experience a safe place to find freedom from life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Everyone over 18 is welcomed. Contact Bill for more information.
LIFT Young Adults Group
20’s and 30’sMeets Tuesdays, Contact: Leanne Knight
([email protected])LIFT is young adults committed to personal
growth in Christ and building authentic relationships. We meet in connect groups to
deepen our faith, get together for fun and fellowship to build our relationships with
each other, and serve alongside one another through outreach events. Check out our
website at www.bethanychurch.com
The Art of Worship - Serving as Disciples through our Creativity Tuesdays, July 19th, Aug. 23rd, Sept. 27th, Oct. 18th, Nov. 15th, Dec. 20th 6:00pm - Room 121Contact: Suzanne Lenz & Pauline Maloney, [email protected], [email protected] you have a love for making art? Would you be interested in serving as a Disciple through your art? You don’t have to be a Picasso or Rembrandt, but someone who loves to create. We invite you to join our group of devoted men and women who enjoy sharing the blessings of heavenly inspired artwork through an atmosphere of community and encouragement. Join us once a month to connect, partner and be inspired by art demos, artist stories and cultural activities. This is not a teacher-led class, rather a gathering to share our love of art through the Art of Worship.
GREENLAND CAMPUS
Prayer and Caring TeamsKim O’Brien ([email protected])One of the greatest ways to show your love for others is to help them in their time of need. Compassion Meals, Visitation, and Prayer are all ways that we can offer care and comfort. Please join us if you feel God is leading you to any of these ministries. To sign up, contact Kim O’Brien.
Teaching OpportunitiesAli Bousquin ([email protected])Our preschoolers and Elementary groups are looking for teachers who love Jesus. There are positions available at both services. Find out more about these opportunities by contacting Ali.
Join a Kid’s Ministry TeamAli Bousquin ([email protected])Have you ever thought, “I would love to impact the life of a child, but I am not a teacher”? There are many ways to serve in Kid’s Ministry without teaching. Join our tech team, preschool team, welcoming team, or supplies team. You can make a difference with as little as one hour a month. Find out more by contacting Ali.
Small Group LeaderAli Bousquin ([email protected])Do you love to talk to kids about living out their faith? We have small group leader positions available for our first and fifth graders in both services. Find out more about these opportunities by contacting Ali.
First ImpressionsKim O’Brien ([email protected])When you are new or visiting a church, first impressions are key. Do you have the gift of hospitality? We would love to have you join our team of greeters, ushers and communion servers. Please contact Kim if you would like to serve in this ministry.
VOLUNTEER
Bethany Main Number 603-431-3646
After Hours Emergency Care Dial 603-431-3646 and press 2
Questions? [email protected]
Jim Serpliss, Chairman ...............................207-363-4344Peter Schaeffer, Vice-Chair ........................603-436-5284Robert Goodman, Treasurer .....................603-661-5969Francois Vorster, Secretary ........................603-580-1981Peter Hopkinson ........................................603-778-9880Pauline Maloney .........................................603-944-7993Carl McMorran ...........................................603-818-2493 Eric Savage ..................................................603-772-6259George Swible ............................................603-659-3549Elders@bethanychurch.com
CONTACT INFORMATION
Rev. Jon LaMontagne, Campus Pastor [email protected] ........ 603.570.9022
Ali Bousquin, Family Ministries Director [email protected] ............603-570-9002
Katie Lovgren, Worship Arts Coordinator [email protected] ...............603-570-9041
Erik Roberson, Band and Tech Arts Leader [email protected] ............603-431-3646
Kim O’Brien, Executive Assistant [email protected] .................603-570-9041
Matt Lovgren, Student Ministry Leader [email protected]...................................................................... 603.491.5348
Joya Anderson, Student Ministry Leader [email protected]...................................................................... 603.303.4288
RAYMOND CAMPUS STAFF
BOARD OF ELDERS
Rev. Dr. Bruce Boria, Senior Pastor Exec. Asst. Rosanne Palombi ....................603-570-9005 [email protected] ...............603-570-9035
Rev. Dr. Dirk Rodgers, Executive Pastor [email protected] ..............603-570-9009 Exec. Asst. Pat Fuller ..................................603-570-9033 [email protected]
Rev. Tim Carpenter, Family Ministries Pastor [email protected] ...........603-570-9036 Exec. Asst. Leanne Knight .........................603-570-9029 [email protected]
Steve Bailey, Facilities Operations Mgr./IT Mgr. [email protected] ...................603-570-9043
Catherine Blake, Communications Director [email protected] ...................603-570-9030
Gene Bullis, Church Administrator [email protected] ...................603-570-9007
Jan Dietrich, Kids’ Ministries Coordinator [email protected]
Pat Fuller, Caring Coordinator [email protected] ...................603-570-9033
Julie Huwe, Events Coordinator [email protected] ....................603-570-9023
Martha Kiper, Connecting Coordinator [email protected] ...................603-570-9071
Sam Larrabee, Student Ministries Coordinator [email protected] .............603-570-9053
Deb Myers, Ministry Support Director [email protected] ..................603-570-9032
Joe Sommers, Technical Arts Coordinator [email protected] .............603-570-9027
Lisa Trial, Finance & Administration Director [email protected] ......................603-570-9006
Rev. Bob Whittet, Missions Pastor [email protected] ................603-570-9129
Drew Yount, Worship Arts Coordinator [email protected] ..................603-570-9008
GREENLAND CAMPUS STAFF
90 CHESTER ROAD / RAYMOND, NH 03077PHONE: (603) 431-3646 / FAX: (603) 334-6072 / www.bethanychurch.com