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SUNDAY SERVICES 9:00 and 11:00am November 2, 2014

Learn more at: www.bethanychurch.com

Current Sermon Series

Are You Ready To Run? “The Race Marked Out”

Worship and Prayer Service for Those Dealing with Cancer

Tonight, 6:00pm

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CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK NOVEMBER 2, 2014

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6 5:45pm Celebrate Recovery (Fellowship Hall)

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 9:00am Women’s “Fill My Cup” Event (Barn) 9:30am Prayer Shawl Meeting (Me and Ollie’s - Greenland)

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9 9:00am Students Ministry (Barn) 9:00am Kids Ministry (Lower Level) 10:30am Kid Ministry Veterans Tribute (Fellowship Hall) 11:00am Kids Ministry (Lower Level) 11:00am Are You Ready To Run Connect Group (3rd Floor. Conference Room) 11:00am Love Works 1st - 4th grade (Lower Level)

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2Service 9:00 and 11:00am

9:00am Students Ministry (Barn) 9:00am Kids Ministry (Lower Level) 10:15am Kid Ministry Pen Pal Club (Room 115) 11:00am Women’s Chase Bible Study (Room 118) 11:00am Kids Ministry (Lower Level) 11:00am Are You Ready To Run Connect Group (3rd Floor. Conference Room) 11:00am Love Works 1st - 4th grade (Lower Level) 6:00pm Cancer Prayer Service (Sanctuary)

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4 6:15am Men’s Bible Breakfast (Fellowship Hall) 9:00am Women’s Beth Moore Study - James (Room 118) 1:30pm First Place For Health (Village) 2:00pm Senior’s Bible Study (Room 121) 5:30pm First Place For Health (Village) 6:30pm LIFT (Downtown Portsmouth)

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 59:30am Mom’s Connect (Fellowship Hall) 5:30pm Dinner (Fellowship Hall) 6:30pm Art Of Marriage (Room 118) 6:30pm Divorce Care (Room 115) 6:30pm Divorce Care 4 Kids (Room 107) 6:30pm Kid’s Programming - Babies - 6th grade (Lower Level) 6:30pm Youth Group 7th-12th grade (Barn) 6:30pm Prayer, Does It Make Any Difference? (Room 119) 6:30pm Twelve Women of the Bible (Fellowship Hall) 6:30pm Financial Peace (Room 116) 6:30pm Changes That Heal (Sanctuary)

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 3

Parents-please be aware that though kids in grades 1-4 are dropped off in the village, they are picked up in their ‘homerooms’. You can get assistance at the Registration Boat.

1A 1B 2A 2B 3A 3B 4A 4B

ROOM 118 ROOM 118 ROOM 117 ROOM 116 ROOM 119 ROOM 113 ROOM 115 ROOM 100

Operating FundRevenue / Expense Summary

9 months through September 30th

2014 Actual Budget Actual vs. Budget

Giving $1,638,157 $1,595,950 $42,207

Net Expenses $1,652,519 $1,607,708 $44,811

Income/(Loss)

$(14,362) $(11,758) $(2,604)

FINANCIAL

9:45am Community Bible Study (Fellowship Hall)

5:30pm First Monday For Men (Fellowship Hall) 6:45pm CR Step Studies (Room 118)

Special Summer Offering received through 9/30/2014 $138,837

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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 AIR TV - Portsmouth ppmtv, Channel 98, Exeter, Brentwood and Stratham Public TV Channel 98, 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 12:00pmWeb - Live broadcasts Sundays at 9:00 & 11:00am. Archives on demand 24/7.CD and DVD - Full worship services available in the Fellowship Hall.

Office HoursMonday - Friday ..............................8:30am - 5:00pm

Reception closed from 12:30 - 1:30pm

WELCOME VISITORS!We are excited to have you in our service today! If we don’t get the opportunity to first meet you, please feel free to introduce yourself and to ask any questions you may have at our Welcoming Center.

Welcome PacketMore information about Bethany Church and our ministries is available at our Information Center.

The CaféOur cafe, located in the Fellowship Hall, is open Sunday mornings, 8:30am - 12:30pm. An assortment of food and beverages are available after each service.

In Need of Prayer? If you are in need of prayer, members of our prayer team are available at the front of the Sanctuary after each service. Prayer cards are also available in the pews. You may place your cards in the offering plate or in the box at the Information Center.

Nursing MothersThe door to the Nursing Mother’s Room is located between the Sanctuary doors by the windows.

Hearing Impairment If you have a hearing impairment and would like an assistive listening device for the service, please ask one of our ushers.

Membership at BethanyIf you are interested in learning about Bethany Church or becoming a member, please contact Martha Kiper at [email protected].

Gluten-Free Communion WafersWe are now offering a gluten-free option for Communion. Communion is celebrated the second Sunday of each month. Pick them up at the Information Center or see an usher before the service.

Please pardon our appearance, during renovations.

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ANNOUNCEMENTSSalvation Army Part-Time Bell Ringers

If you are looking to supplement your income this holiday season, the Salvation Army is hiring Bell Ringers from November 13th through December 24th. If interested please call (603)

436-2606, and fill out an application. There are also opportunities to volunteer as a group, or individually.

Fill My Cup Event For WomenSaturday, November 8th, 9:00am-12:00pm BARNContact: Pat Fuller ([email protected] or 603-570-9033) Ladies, would you like to explore spiritual disciplines that encourage a deeper relationship with Jesus? No matter where you are in your spiritual journey, God wants to fill your cup. This event offers teaching and practice with spiritual disciplines, music, alone prayer time with God, small group sharing and opportunities for next steps. There is no cost and a light breakfast is provided. Please RSVP to Pat or sign up in the Rotunda

“A Night Of Hope”November 15th and 16th 6:00pmIf you thought a Night of One was special wait till you see and experience what we have in store for A Night of Hope. On November 15th and 16th, beginning at 6:00pm, join Bethany Church, area churches, and the seacoast community in celebrating hope resurrected through an evening of classic and contemporary worship. The evening is free, open to all, and flyers are available for you and your invited friends and family. Let’s make this year’s event the greatest ever. For more information visit www.bethanychurch.com.

Operation Christmas Child A small shoebox can teach a child about the love of God, lead him or her to faith in Christ, inspire pastors, and plant new churches. What goes into the box is fun, but what comes out is eternal. Be a part of changing lives through the power of a simple gift. Shoeboxes are available in the rotunda. Take them home, fill them with love and gifts, and return them no later than November 16th. We’ll celebrate at our Night of Hope on November 15 and 16th! This year we hope to make a difference in the lives of 1000 children around the world! For further info, including ‘How to plan a packing party’, a promo to show friends/family, and stories that will touch your heart…go to www.bethanychurch.com and click on Operation Christmas Child. You’ll be glad you did!

ANNOUNCEMENTSWorship & Prayer Service For Those Facing The Challenges Of CancerTonight, 6:00 PM, Greenland Campus Come for an evening of Worship & Prayer. Together we will worship, “the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.” (2 Cor. 1:3-4). As God’s people, called by His name, let’s all take this opportunity to “carry one another’s burdens”, so that we may “fulfill the law of Christ.” (Galatians 6:2)

From The Heart 2014

Contact: Rosanne Palombi ([email protected]) Ladies, our 21st annual From the Heart Christmas event, will take place the evenings of Tuesday and Wednesday, December 9th and 10th at our Greenland Campus. Our guest speaker is Sarah Thebarge, author of The Invisible Girls. Sarah will be joined by singer and songwriter, Rachel Taylor. This special event is reserved for ladies age 7th grade and up. Tickets are on sale now in the Rotunda, and online at www.bethanychurch.com.

First Monday For Men - November 3 Dinner - 5:30pm, Program - 6:45pm Fellowship Hall - “Do Not Be Afraid” Speaker: Bill Maloney-Topic: Economic InsecurityContact: Isaac Girouard ([email protected]) Men face constant challenges at home and at work. All of us can use a few allies as we sort out our priorities and responsibilities. Enjoy a meal and a brief talk about an issue confronting men in our time.

PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIESVolunteers Needed for “From The Heart” Contact: Rosanne Palombi ([email protected])Be a part of our effort to rebuild the spiritual landscape of our community. Help share the message of hope during the Christmas season. Our From the Heart ladies Christmas event needs female AND male team members. Please consider joining a team! Decorate, bake cookies, sell tickets, greet guests, usher, and serve refreshments.

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Are You Ready To Run?The Race Marked Out

Hebrews 11:1 – 12:2 THE GREATEST

PRE-GAME SPEECH

November 2, 2014

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Are  You  Ready  To  Run?  The  Race  Marked  Out    

   

Hebrews  11:1  –  12:2                                                    THE  GREATEST  PRE-­‐GAME  SPEECH  

November  2,  2014  

 MEMORY  VERSE:  

“Now  faith  is  being  sure  of  what  we  hope  for  and  certain  of  what  we  do  not  see.”  (Hebrews  11:1,  NIV84)    

“And  without  faith  it  is  impossible  to  please  God,  because  anyone  who  comes  to  him  must  believe  that  he  exists  and  that  he  rewards  those  who  earnestly  seek  him.”  (Hebrews  11:6,  NIV84)    

 

 

 OVERVIEW  

Having  just  mentioned  what  was  expected  of  those  who  responded  to  Christ  and  his  offer  of  mercy,  we  are  treated  to  a  working  definition  of  faith  (Hebrews  11:1-­‐3).  We  are  then  given  a  roll  call  of  those  who  were  righteous,  faithful,  and  tested  (Hebrews  11:4-­‐40),  culminating  in  a  clarion  call  to  join  their  ranks  (Hebrews  12:1-­‐2).  

 

 

NEXT  WEEK:    

Hebrews  12:3-­‐17  

“In  the  Training  Room”  

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SERMON  NOTES:      Hebrews  11:1  –  12:3  

Question:  “What  does  it  mean  to  live  by  faith?”  

FAITH  ___________________  

HEBREWS  11:1–3  (NIV84)    

1  Now  faith  is  being  sure  of  what  we  hope  for  and  certain  of  what  we  do  not  see.  2  This  is  what  the  ancients  were  commended  for.    

3  By  faith  we  understand  that  the  universe  was  formed  at  God’s  command,  so  that  what  is  seen  was  not  made  out  of  what  was  visible.    

Faith  is  our  response,  internally  and  externally,  _________________  

Faith  provides  the  ability  to  perceive  _________________________  _______________________________    (cf.  2:8)  

 

FAITH  ______________________________________________  

HEBREWS  11:4–40  (NIV84)    

4  By  faith  Abel  offered  God  a  better  sacrifice  than  Cain  did.  By  faith  he  was  commended  as  a  righteous  man,  when  God  spoke  well  of  his  offerings.  And  by  faith  he  still  speaks,  even  though  he  is  dead.    

5  By  faith  Enoch  was  taken  from  this  life,  so  that  he  did  not  experience  death;  he  could  not  be  found,  because  God  had  taken  him  away.  For  before  he  was  taken,  he  was  commended  as  one  who  pleased  God.  6  And  without  faith  it  is  impossible  to  please  God,  because  anyone  who  comes  to  him  must  believe  that  he  exists  and  that  he  rewards  those  who  earnestly  seek  him.    

7  By  faith  Noah,  when  warned  about  things  not  yet  seen,  in  holy  fear  built  an  ark  to  save  his  family.  By  his  faith  he  condemned  the  world  and  became  heir  of  the  righteousness  that  comes  by  faith.    

 

Faith  pleases  God  and  ______________________________________    (cf.  11:6;  Ro.  3:21-­‐26)  

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HEBREWS  11:8-­‐16  8  By  faith  Abraham,  when  called  to  go  to  a  place  he  would  later  receive  as  his  inheritance,  obeyed  and  went,  even  though  he  did  not  know  where  he  was  going.  9  By  faith  he  made  his  home  in  the  promised  land  like  a  stranger  in  a  foreign  country;  he  lived  in  tents,  as  did  Isaac  and  Jacob,  who  were  heirs  with  him  of  the  same  promise.  10  For  he  was  looking  forward  to  the  city  with  foundations,  whose  architect  and  builder  is  God.    

11  By  faith  Abraham,  even  though  he  was  past  age—and  Sarah  herself  was  barren—was  enabled  to  become  a  father  because  he  considered  him  faithful  who  had  made  the  promise.  12  And  so  from  this  one  man,  and  he  as  good  as  dead,  came  descendants  as  numerous  as  the  stars  in  the  sky  and  as  countless  as  the  sand  on  the  seashore.    

13  All  these  people  were  still  living  by  faith  when  they  died.  They  did  not  receive  the  things  promised;  they  only  saw  them  and  welcomed  them  from  a  distance.  And  they  admitted  that  they  were  aliens  and  strangers  on  earth.  14  People  who  say  such  things  show  that  they  are  looking  for  a  country  of  their  own.  15  If  they  had  been  thinking  of  the  country  they  had  left,  they  would  have  had  opportunity  to  return.  16  Instead,  they  were  longing  for  a  better  country—a  heavenly  one.  Therefore  God  is  not  ashamed  to  be  called  their  God,  for  he  has  prepared  a  city  for  them.    

Faith  is  __________________________________________________  

 

HEBREWS  11:17-­‐38  17  By  faith  Abraham,  when  God  tested  him,  offered  Isaac  as  a  sacrifice.  He  who  had  received  the  promises  was  about  to  sacrifice  his  one  and  only  son,  18  even  though  God  had  said  to  him,  “It  is  through  Isaac  that  your  offspring  will  be  reckoned.”  19  Abraham  reasoned  that  God  could  raise  the  dead,  and  figuratively  speaking,  he  did  receive  Isaac  back  from  death.    

20  By  faith  Isaac  blessed  Jacob  and  Esau  in  regard  to  their  future.    

21  By  faith  Jacob,  when  he  was  dying,  blessed  each  of  Joseph’s  sons,  and  worshiped  as  he  leaned  on  the  top  of  his  staff.    

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22  By  faith  Joseph,  when  his  end  was  near,  spoke  about  the  exodus  of  the  Israelites  from  Egypt  and  gave  instructions  about  his  bones.    

23  By  faith  Moses’  parents  hid  him  for  three  months  after  he  was  born,  because  they  saw  he  was  no  ordinary  child,  and  they  were  not  afraid  of  the  king’s  edict.    

24  By  faith  Moses,  when  he  had  grown  up,  refused  to  be  known  as  the  son  of  Pharaoh’s  daughter.  25  He  chose  to  be  mistreated  along  with  the  people  of  God  rather  than  to  enjoy  the  pleasures  of  sin  for  a  short  time.  26  He  regarded  disgrace  for  the  sake  of  Christ  as  of  greater  value  than  the  treasures  of  Egypt,  because  he  was  looking  ahead  to  his  reward.  27  By  faith  he  left  Egypt,  not  fearing  the  king’s  anger;  he  persevered  because  he  saw  him  who  is  invisible.  28  By  faith  he  kept  the  Passover  and  the  sprinkling  of  blood,  so  that  the  destroyer  of  the  firstborn  would  not  touch  the  firstborn  of  Israel.    

Faith,  tested  and  tried,  keeps  its  eye  on  the  promise.    Therefore,  _____________________________________________  

 

HEBREWS  11:  29-­‐38  29  By  faith  the  people  passed  through  the  Red  Sea  as  on  dry  land;  but  when  the  Egyptians  tried  to  do  so,  they  were  drowned.    

30  By  faith  the  walls  of  Jericho  fell,  after  the  people  had  marched  around  them  for  seven  days.    

31  By  faith  the  prostitute  Rahab,  because  she  welcomed  the  spies,  was  not  killed  with  those  who  were  disobedient.    

32  And  what  more  shall  I  say?  I  do  not  have  time  to  tell  about  Gideon,  Barak,  Samson,  Jephthah,  David,  Samuel  and  the  prophets,  33  who  through  faith  conquered  kingdoms,  administered  justice,  and  gained  what  was  promised;  who  shut  the  mouths  of  lions,  34  quenched  the  fury  of  the  flames,  and  escaped  the  edge  of  the  sword;  whose  weakness  was  turned  to  strength;  and  who  became  powerful  in  battle  and  routed  foreign  armies.  35  Women  received  back  their  dead,  raised  to  life  again.  Others  were  tortured  and  refused  to  be  released,  so  that  they  might  gain  a  better  resurrection.  36  Some  faced  jeers  and  flogging,  while  still  others  were  chained  and  put  in  prison.  37  They  were  stoned;  they    

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were  sawed  in  two;  they  were  put  to  death  by  the  sword.  They  went  about  in  sheepskins  and  goatskins,  destitute,  persecuted  and  mistreated—  38  the  world  was  not  worthy  of  them.  They  wandered  in  deserts  and  mountains,  and  in  caves  and  holes  in  the  ground.    

 

Faith  made  them  __________________________________________  

 

A  CALL  ________________________________________  

HEBREWS  11:39  -­‐  12:2  (NIV84)    

39  These  were  all  commended  for  their  faith,  yet  none  of  them  received  what  had  been  promised.  40  God  had  planned  something  better  for  us  so  that  only  together  with  us  would  they  be  made  perfect.    

1  Therefore,  since  we  are  surrounded  by  such  a  great  cloud  of  witnesses,  let  us  throw  off  everything  that  hinders  and  the  sin  that  so  easily  entangles,  and  let  us  run  with  perseverance  the  race  marked  out  for  us.  2  Let  us  fix  our  eyes  on  Jesus,  the  author  and  perfecter  of  our  faith,  who  for  the  joy  set  before  him  endured  the  cross,  scorning  its  shame,  and  sat  down  at  the  right  hand  of  the  throne  of  God.    

 

Live  your  life  with  a  _______________________________________!  

 

Determine  to  finish  ______________________________  of  the  race  

 

Keep  your  eye  on  the  Jesus  and  you  will  _______________________  

 

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CONNECT  GROUP  DISCUSSION  GUIDE:  Hebrews  11:1  –  12:2  

OPENING  

• As  you  gather  to  discuss  today’s  passage,  discuss  some  of  the  most  inspirational  movies  you  can  remember.  What  made  the  hero/heroine  stand  out?  What  motivated  their  actions?  Did  they  always  have  clarity?  

GOING  DEEPER  

• Hebrews  11:1-­‐3  provides  a  working  definition  of  faith.  What  two  qualities  are  mentioned  in  this  text?  How  would  you  define  “what  we  hope  for”?  What  are  we  to  see  with  certainty?  (Remember  all  that  has  been  shared  regarding  the  work  and  ministry  of  Jesus  in  the  previous  chapters)  

• Hebrews  11:4-­‐40  cites  numerous  examples  of  men  and  women  who  lived  lives  of  faith.  Pastor  Bruce  mentioned  that  God  saw  them  as  righteous;  they  obeyed  to  God’s  call;  they  endured  times  of  testing  because  of  their  confidence  in  God’s  promise.  However,  many  of  these  were  imperfect  examples:  Noah  got  drunk;  Abraham  lied;  Jacob  was  a  deceiver;  Moses  had  a  temper;  Gideon  doubted;  Samson  was  unrestrained;  David  was  an  adulterer.  How  do  you  reconcile  the  writer  using  them  as  examples?    

 

CHALLENGE  

• Hebrews  12:1-­‐2  encourages  us  to  take  action.  We  are  called  to  enter  the  race  of  faith,  as  those  who  went  before  us.  The  text  mentions  three  things  to  encourage  us  to  run.  Discuss  what  concrete  steps  you  can  take  in  your  life  of  faith?  What  are  some  things  you  can  start  to  do?  What  are  some  things  you  should  stop  doing?    

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SERMON NOTES

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FAMILY MINISTRIESJoin our Check in/Welcoming TeamContact: Jan Dietrich ([email protected])Check in is one of the easiest and most fun places to serve! You get to greet smiling faces of kiddos as you check them in. And…the serving time is only 30 minutes at the service of your choice, on the week(s) of your choice. Don’t let the check in stations intimidate you…it’s really not hard at all.

Join our 11am TeamsContact: Jan Dietrich ([email protected])Kids’ Ministries is looking for a teacher and assistant for our 4-5 yr class at 11:00am. Like working with older kids? We’re also looking for a large group leader on an every other week basis.

LOVE WORKS…is Kids’ Ministries’ way of sharing God’s love with those around us. We are offering two classes at 11:00am on November 2, 9 and 16 for kids in grades 1-6. Parents are encouraged to attend for a fun, bonding time. The classes are: woodburning and soap making/wrapping. The products made will be offered for sale at From the Heart and will benefit the Sonshine Soup Kitchen in Derry.

Kids’ Program during Night of Hope Contact: Jan Dietrich ([email protected])Kids’ Ministries will offer a program for little ones (babies to kindergarten) during A Night of Hope. If you can offer some TLC or help serve in a preschool class on one of the two nights- November 15 or 16, please contact Jan.

Honoring our Veterans Kids are so proud of soldiers! If you are a Veteran, we invite you to Fellowship Hall at 10:30am on Sunday, November 9. We will honor you with a special program. Feel free to invite Veterans you may know so we can honor them as well.

Got Toiletries?If you have toiletries taking up space at your house, consider donating them to a good cause. We will route them to the homeless who can use them. Take them to the boat on the kids’ level.

Got crayons?Kids’ Ministries can make good use of your broken crayons. Bring them to the boat on the kids’ level.

CONNECTING “Mom’s Connect” - Next meeting, November 5Two Wednesdays each month - 9:30 – 11:30amContact: Gail Bukow ([email protected]) Moms of all ages will find help in parenting skills, hope in the powerful God who gave them their children, and encouragement from one Mom to another.

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENTStonecroft Bible Studies Contact: Lane Henderson ([email protected] or 603-580-5206) Discover the adventure of a personal relationship with God and introduce others to God’s unlimited love, grace, forgiveness, and power. These individual or small group Bible studies (your preference) are for all levels of faith and reinforce the foundational truths of Christianity. Flexible times available.

Senior Bible Study Tuesdays, 2:00pm, Room 121Contact: Glynn Ballew ([email protected] or (603) 379-2850)

Come join us every week as we gather for fellowship and study God’s word as He speaks to us through the Epistle of Hebrews. We use the inductive method of Bible study in which we glean from the Scriptures what God is saying to the original readers and then apply His words to us today. A study guide is provided for each lesson. We collect prayers and praises each week and distribute them via email to each participant. We also join together once a month and share a fellowship luncheon.

Are You Ready to Run? Going Deeper Connect GroupSunday, 11:00 am, 3rd Floor Conference RoomContact: Peter Terwilliger ([email protected])Have questions about today’s sermon? Feel like discussing it with others? Ten weeks is a short time to dig into this rewarding but challenging book so come join us in a forum open to all, based on Pastor Bruce’s Discussion Guide and supplemented with additional material. All are welcome to participate.

Are You Ready To Run? - Connect Groups! Contact: Scott Kearney ([email protected]) This Fall we have begun a new Sermon Series focused on the Book of Hebrews, complete with Sermon Notes and Connect Group Discussion Guides. If you would like to join a group, please contact Scott.

“Defending Your Faith” A Free Training SeminarNovember 15th - 9:00am-12:00pm - Barn “Defending Your Faith” is a three-year offensive for historic Christian truth in Northern New England, preaching Christ and promoting effective Christian Apologetics. For more information visit: aiiainstitute.org or call the Church office: 603-431-3646

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PRAYER & CARINGIntercessory PrayerIntercessory prayer is being held in the front of the Sanctuary between Sunday services from 10:30-10:50am. We are praying for the pastors, staff and ministries of Bethany Church and other prayer needs and requests of the Bethany Church family. All are welcome to join.

Visitation Team/Compassion Meals Contact: Pat Fuller ([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, let us know. If you would like to join either team, please contact Pat.

Prayer Shawl Ministry Saturdays, 9:30am - Me & Ollie’s - GreenlandContact: Amy Felgar ([email protected] or 603-431-8813) Please join us as we craft prayer shawls to bless those in our community who are struggling or celebrating events in their lives. We also meet on the third Monday of the month at 6:30pm in the 3rd floor classroom.

Stephen Ministry Contact: Bonnie O’Keefe (603-772-2748) Stephen Ministers are trained to give 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.

Divorce CareWednesdays, 6:30pm in Room 115Contact: Scott McKinney ([email protected]) DivorceCare is a supportive group program designed specifically to lead us, with God’s support, toward healing from the misery of divorce. We walk through steps from week to week that bring us through anger, depression, loneliness, forgiveness, and all the issues we often think that no one else understands! You are not alone!

Divorce Care for KidsWednesdays, 6:30pm in room 107Contact: Lettie Tzizik ([email protected])DC4K is a special group to help children heal from the hurt caused by the separation or divorce of their parents. At our weekly DC4K group, kids make friends with other kids who understand how they feel and the things they are going through because of the divorce of their parents. Best of all, children will learn how God’s love can strengthen them and help turn tears to hope and joy!

PRAYER & CARINGSurviving The Holidays Wednesday, November 19, 6:30pm Room 115 Sunday, November 23, 11:00am Room 115 Contact: Scott McKinney ([email protected]) If you’re separated or divorced, the holidays can be a lonely, stressful, depressing time. But there’s hope! Join us for an encouraging seminar that will help you survive the holidays and discover new ways to enjoy them again.

Before You Divorce Contact: Bill Maloney (603-475-4235) or Pauline Maloney (603-944-7993) Is there a couple you know who is struggling in their marriage and heading for divorce? Is your marriage struggling? Give us a call. We work with one couple at a time, helping them to restore their marriage.

For Men Only (FMO) is a peer-led, confidential support group for men struggling with sexual temptations and addictions. Weekly meetings at Bethany are available. For more information, please call 603-812-8556.

Celebrate Recovery Thursdays, - Dinner 5:45pm-Discussion 6:30pm Contact: Max (603) 505-2600 Come and experience a safe place to find freedom from life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits. Everyone over 18 is welcomed. Church membership is not required and sign ups are not necessary. Just come join us! Contact Max for more information. Men’s Step Study is on Monday, at 6:45pm in room 118. For more information contact Larry at 603-918-8191.

First Place 4 Health Tuesdays-1:30 & 5:30pmContact for day class: Linda Casella ([email protected]) Contact for night class: Jean Kindstedt ([email protected]) Need to lose weight? Want to do it with a supportive, Christian group that includes Bible study, weekly meetings, and accountability? Classes have started, but it’s not to late to join! Come to First Place 4 Health at Bethany Church! (Afternoon and evening classes are available!) Class materials will be available for you to preview. We look forward to seeing you there!

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CONTACT INFORMATIONBethany Main Number603-431-3646

After Hours Emergency CareDial 603-431-3646 and press 2

Ministry Bulletin Announcements [email protected] by 5:00pm on Monday.

BOARD OF ELDERSCHAIR

Paul Fitzgibbons 603-964-2957

VICE CHAIRJeff Clark 207-363-5208Pauline Maloney 603-944-7993 Eric Savage 603-772-6259 Peter Schaeffer 603-436-5284 Jim Serpliss 207-363-4344 Francois Vorster 603-580-1981 Robert Goodman 603-661-5969

Elders may be emailed [email protected]

Minutes from the Elders meetings areavailable at the Information Center.

BETHANY’S LEADERSHIP STAFF

500 Breakfast Hill RoadGreenland, NH 03840Phone: (603) 431-3646Fax: (603) 334-6072www.bethanychurch.com

RAYMOND CAMPUS STAFFMark Rivera Campus [email protected] 603-570-9032

Ali Bousquin Family Ministries [email protected] 603-570-9002

Katie Lovgren Worship Arts [email protected] 603-570-9032

Kim O’Brien Executive [email protected] 603-570-9041

Rev. Dr. Bruce Boria Senior PastorExec. Asst. Rosanne Palombi [email protected]

Rev. Dr. Dirk Rodgers Executive [email protected] 603-570-9009Exec. Asst. Pat Fuller [email protected]

Rev. Tim Carpenter Family Ministries Pastor [email protected] 603-570-9036 Exec. Asst. Leanne Knight 603-570-9029 [email protected]

Gene Bullis Church Administrator [email protected] 603-570-9007

Steve Bailey Facilities Operations Mgr./IT Mgr. [email protected] 603-570-9043

Greg Brooks Communications Coordinator [email protected] 603-570-9024

Jan Dietrich Kid’s Ministries [email protected] 603-570-9010

Carole English Accounting [email protected] 603-570-9006

Pat Fuller Caring [email protected] 603-570-9033

Julie Huwe Events [email protected] 603-570-9023

Scott Kearney Campus Pastor [email protected] 603-570-9022

Martha Kiper Connecting [email protected] 603-570-9071

Joe Sommers Technical Arts [email protected] 603-570-9027

Drew Yount Worship Arts [email protected] 603-431-3646

Rev. Bob Whittet Missions Pastor [email protected] 603-570-9129