Welcome to Bethany
Welcome to Bethany Lutheran Church on Bainbridge Island, Washington, and thanks for visiting us on the web. At Bethany, we seek to do God's will through joyful outreach near and far, hospitality toward all, and spritual growth that amazes. You'll find details about us and our ministries on this site.
Visitors are always welcome to join us in worship and in service to our Lord. If you're thinking of joining us at worship for the first time, you'll find some useful information under the Visiting tab.
Thanks for visiting us on the web, and we hope to see you soon face to face.
Winter Book Study: Falling Upward
Father Richard Rohr offers a new paradigm for understanding one of the most profound of life's mysteries: how our failings can be the foundation for ongoing spiritual growth. In Falling Upward, he takes us on a journey to give us an understanding of how the heartbreaks, disappointments, and first loves of life are actually stepping stones to the spiritual joys that the second half of life has in store for us.
This mid-week book study meets Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. through February 15. Sign up on the bulletin board in the narthex. Books are available outside the office for $14.50.
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Annual Congregation Meeting, January 29
The annual meeting of the congregation will take place on Sunday, January 29, at 11 a.m. Please attend this important event to hear about 2012 proposed initiatives and budget.
The 2011 Annual Report is now available for download in the Publications section of this web site.
Adult Education in January
Sunday, January 21: Beth Boram, Development Director for Compass Housing Alliance, discusses the Compass Housing Alliance and its important building projects supporting homeless individuals and low income families in the Puget Sound area, including the "Nyer Urness" project.
Sunday, January 29: Professor Jim Cauter has us listen to Negro spirituals and gospel music as we learn the history and evolution of this style.