Announcements
1. WORSHIP COMMITTEE & EVENTS MEETINGS- Both will meet on Wednesday, November 4th in the narthex. *Worship Committee will meet at 9am. Please let Jacquee Lawrence know if you are unable to attend. *Events committee will meet at 10 a.m. when we hope to finalize all plans for the rest of the year. Please let Judy Buchenot know if you are unable to attend.
2. COMMITMENT SUNDAY- Next Sunday is Commitment Sunday. Once a year we are given the opportunity to make a commitment to serve God and Christ through our support of BFVUMC for the upcoming year. We hope to focus on supporting Bethany with our gifts of treasure and therefore ask that you prayerfully consider making a financial pledge. Pledge cards for 2027 are available in the narthex.
3. GREAT AGERS- Wear your favorite football team colors and join us at Great Agers for a turkey dinner on Friday, November 13th . Bring your favorite side dish to share and your own table service. Turkey and beverages will be provided. Plan to arrive between 11:30 a.m. and noon. We will eat at noon. Following lunch will be a simple time of fellowship. Sign up in the narthex if you plan to attend.
4. CHRISTMAS POINSETTIA SALE- On Christmas Eve, we add to the beauty of our sanctuary with poinsettias. The flowers are purchased by Bethany family and friends to honor or remember special people in their lives. Order forms are in the narthex and are due by the end of worship service on Sunday, November 15th.
5. ADVENT BOOK STUDY- For three weeks, starting Thursday, December 3rd at 10am, Pastor Sang will be discussing Adam Hamilton’s The Journey, Walking the Road to Bethlehem. Books are $15. Sign up by Nov. 15th.
6. DORCAS CIRCLE- Our next meeting will be on Wed., November 18th at 1pm in the Fellowship Hall. Join us for some light refreshments, grace, and fellowship!
7. HANGING OF THE GREENS AND CHILI COOK-OFF – Mark your calendars- the time to decorate the church for Christmas and find out who will be crowned this year’s chili champion will soon be here! On Sunday, November 22nd, we will deck the halls from 4:00-5:30 pm, then gather in the Fellowship Hall for dinner. Sign up in the narthex and let us know how many will attend, and if you will bring a side, dessert, or your special chili to share. All are welcome!
8. FOOD PANTRY- We are continuing our efforts to support the Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry with donations of non-perishable food. The shelves are emptying more quickly than ever. **The most needed items right now are: Canned tuna, Canned fruit, Peanut Butter, Cereal, and Pasta.** Let's fill the bin in the breezeway in a week’s time- Challenge on! Thank you for your ongoing support!
9. CHILDREN’S MESSAGE AND SUNDAY SCHOOL- Both are taking a break this week and will return next Sunday.
10. JOASH OFFERING- Today will be the last collection day for this year’s Joash Offering. Funds will go towards a new fire suppression system and other church maintenance.