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1 Messages from Bethel Grove February 2017 Volume 1 Issue 19 New Capital Campaign In December 2015 we were looking back with tears as our sanctuary was torn down. Since then we have endeavored to look forward to each of the next steps for Bethel Grove Church. We have worshipped weekly in our fellowship hall for over a year and a half. We have filled all our Sunday School classrooms and at times almost all of our new chairs. We packed in 43 children plus volunteer leaders and teachers for VBS last summer and we are expecting more this summer. We again have weekly Wednesday night youth in our building. We have been good stewards of what God has given us and are thankful that the church had vision for the future and built what we have. Now it s time for a new vision for a new sanctuary and with a new youth room/class room. God is on the move at Bethel Grove; consider how He would have you join us as we begin to build His house of worship. Scott Hand The verse that came to be the starting push for the building committee is: Luke 6:38 New American Standard Bible (NASB) 38 Give, and it will be given to you. They will pour into your lap a good measure pressed down, shaken together, and running over. For by your standard of measure it will be measured to you in return. We are humbly asking you to join us in preserving the legacy of Bethel Grove Church by making a financial commitment toward the future church building. We are in the midst of a capital campaign to raise $450,000 for the addition that will include a sanctuary, a large youth/ multipurpose room, a new baptistry, and a handicap-accessible stage.

2 Bible Reading Plan for February Feb. 1 - Mark 4 Feb. 2 - Mark 5 Feb. 3 - Mark 6 Feb. 4 - Mark 7 Feb. 5 - Mark 8 Feb. 6 - Mark 9 Feb. 7 - Mark 10 Feb. 8 - Mark 11 Feb. 9 - Mark 12 Feb Mark 13 Feb Mark 14 Feb Mark 15 Feb Mark 16 Feb Luke 1 Feb Luke 2 Feb Luke 3 Feb Luke 4 Feb Luke 5 Feb Luke 6 Feb Luke 7 Feb Luke 8 Feb Luke 9 Feb Luke 10 Feb Luke 11 Feb Luke 12 Feb Luke 13 Feb Luke 14 Feb Luke 15 P a g e 2 Letter to all Members and Friends of Bethel Grove Dear Friends, Bethel Grove Church was founded in 1851 by settlers in Iowa Township of Marshall County Iowa. The church has endured because it has always been filled with the love of God and the teachings of His Word. Many of you first learned about Jesus here and have gone on to share your faith with others. We know Bethel Grove Church still holds a special place in your heart. In 2015 the nearly 100-year-old sanctuary was found to be in structural distress and the congregation moved into the 1998-built fellowship hall. The historic sanctuary was taken down. Bethel Grove Church is ready to begin a new chapter with the construction of a new sanctuary in the same location as the old one. We are humbly asking you to join us in preserving the legacy of Bethel Grove Church by making a financial commitment toward the future church building. We are in the midst of a capital campaign to raise $450,000 for the new sanctuary that will include a sanctuary, a large youth/multipurpose room, a new baptistry, and a handicap-accessible stage. We have raised $97,000 and need an additional $75,000 by March 12 to secure a loan. Please prayerfully consider how you can help continue the legacy of Bethel Grove Church by making a financial contribution in honor of the 166 year history and the faithful members who touched your life and nurtured your faith. Thank you. May God always bless you. Bethel Grove Church Congregation

3 P a g e 3 Serving Schedule: Worship Host: Preparing: Kandy F. Visiting Elder: Jim S. Elders: 5 Jim C. & Kent B. 12 Tim & Bonita 19 Jim & Judy 26 Jim C. & Kent B. Serving: 5 TEAM 4 Tim R, Sherwood, Alt.-Abigail Audio: Jim Video: Tammy Financial Report December 2016 Total Income 21,137 Farm Income 15,000 Offerings 5,361 Sanctuary Donations 704 Cappucino 19 Total Expenses 6,580 Christmas gifts 900 Membership Misc 37 Membership Supplies 213 Office Supplies 432 Payroll Taxes 13 Ed. Note: the total Expenses includes the normal monthly items of salaries, pension, housing, utilities, outreach, which 12 TEAM 1 Julie R, Debbie H, Alt.-Drake Audio: Ronda Video: Julie 19 TEAM 2 Tammy, Deb L. Alt. Allison Audio: Eric Video: Ronda 26 TEAM 3 Craig, Blaine, Alt- Audio: Jim Video: Sarah We have many people of Bethel Grove who volunteer serving us. Each committee is chaired by someone who is committed to help. At this time we are in need of someone to take care of the Education committee. Please let Pastor Scott know if you are interested. There are many who will help but need someone to be in charge. One of the more important jobs for the church is that of Treasurer. For many years now Shirley W. has done a fantastic job of taking care of the paying of bills and keeping great records. The need is for someone to be her back-up person so if she gets sick or will be not available we will have someone to take over. Sarah B. has been the church s Secretary for to many years to count. She will also need someone to job shadow her to be able to take over when she decides to retire. Talk to Pastor Scott about any of these serving opportunities.

4 P a g e 4 A-Anniversary B-Birthday T-Treats Y-Youth meals Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Y-Sarah B B-Linda Mc 5 T-Hupfeld & Fisher 12 Executive Team B-Mary P. Y-Hutchens Y-Marilyn B B-Heather R. T-Tammy & Julie 19 T-Karen & Deb L B-Abigail H. Y-RaDonna

5 P a g e 5 WANT TO HELP The fundraising committee chaired by Tammy C. is looking for ideas for events to help with the capital campaign. Her group is small so if you want to join talk to her. There is an event in the planning stage so look for details in upcoming newsletters and the weekly bulletin. Thanks Tammy for all your work on this project. Angel-Angel, which means messenger in both Hebrew and Greek, is a spirit-being God created to perform tasks for him. In the Bible angels appear in human form (always as men) to deliver divine messages, Such as to Mary and Joseph to announce Jesus upcoming birth. Scripture offers little information about angles, though we know some rebelled against God. Among the Holy angels, categories include cherubim and seraphim. Feb Programing and Clubs at the Union Library Bringing Back Our Date with a Book Come in and choose a book. All month. Feb 1 Click Clack Club-come and work on knitting; crochet; or other crafts 2:00 Feb 6 How to Do Genealogy 5:00 This will be a review from last winter and the next step to take. Feb 9 Coloring Club 2:00 Feb 13 Board Meeting Feb 15 Click Clack Club 2:30 Feb. 16 1:00 pm NEW-Card party-come play 500, Pepper, or other card games. Also have a Dominoes table. Even have teachers there to help you learn new games. Feb 20 No School Local Author will read her book - 2:00-2:30 Games and Lego Building 2:30-3:00 Feb 20 Panel discussion on usage of Electric Pressure Cookers -Share ideas. Sarah will be on the panel for discussion 5:00 Feb 22 Book Club-get current book from the library 2:00

6 Bethel Grove Church 1409 Knapp Ave. Liscomb, IA We re on the Web! Bethel Grove Church In the spring of 1851 several elders and families who had come to the area from Owen county Indiana, began worshipping in homes. After being here for awhile they called an elder to help organize the first church in Marshall County which was Bethel Grove Church of Christ. Purpose: Bethel Grove Church exists for the purpose of The Staff: Striving as individuals To know Jesus Christ and To then make Him and His love known To those around us. Pastor Scott, minister Sarah, secretary Veridee, worship leader In this issue: Page 1-Capital Campaign Page 2-Reading plan -Members Letter Page 3-United in Service -Financial report -Home Groups Page 4 -Calendar -Birthday/Anniversary -Treats -Meals for Youth Meetings Page 5-ETC. News -Fundraising -Spiritual Bits -Love your Library

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