BETHEL LUTHERAN CHURCH

      Today, the Gospel of John takes us to a wedding at Cana, where the hosts run out of wine to serve their guests.  Jesus turns the water into wine, an act seen as the first of Jesus’ "signs." Through eye-openers like this, people start to see Jesus is no ordinary man, but that he carries God’s creative power and joyful presence into the world.  Join us in celebration.

 We have a handful of young people preparing for first communion, but everyone is welcome to come and learn, or learn more, about the special gift of Holy Communion. Join us at the church on January 26th at 3 pm. Please let Pastor Jaime know if you’ll be attending and/or bringing a young person with you. All ages are welcome. This is a one-session workshop, but there will be a follow-up opportunity to try making communion bread.  

 Imagine a time when nobody knew who Jesus was.  The Book of Luke takes us to one of the first moments in history when Jesus became known as the son of God.  He was introduced  by John the Baptist, who baptized Jesus and filled him with the Holy Spirit.  Which made the people ask John:  "are you the new Messiah?"  Join us in thought and prayer.

January's collection goes to the Pastor's Discretionary Fund, which is used spontaneously to help people in need.  Please donate at Bethel (in person or message/call us) to contribute.

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Bethel's "Noisy Can Collection" earns its name when you drop your spare change into a tin can and shake it,  drawing our attention to community needs that might otherwise go unnoticed.

  Have a cup of Joe with Pastor Jaime and friends from Bethel.   Stop in at Vintage Grounds, a local coffee shop in Muskego, on Tuesdays in January from  1 to 2 pm.  Bring your thoughts on life, faith, Scripture, or whatever you'd like to talk about.  Tap the link for Vintage Grounds' address and menu info.

https://www.vintagegrounds.com

         Bethel joins a nationwide effort to collect food  for the needy just before the annual NFL Super Bowl, the time many Food Pantries run short on supplies. From January 26 through February 9, bring your donations for the Muskego Food Pantry to church with you.  Soups that help people stretch their food budgets include tomato, chicken noodle, cream of chicken, cream of mushroom, and chicken broth.  Canned, dried and packaged soups are all accepted. *

*Cases of 12 packages of Maruchan Ramen Noodle Soup can be found for under $4 at some groceries 

     Listen to the word of God and grow in understanding of what it means to you, personally.  Join Bethel on the second Saturday of each month from 10 to 11:30 am in a small group led by Pastor Jaime.  Read, listen, talk and explore.  We have extra bibles and wifi to google readings on your phone.  Message us to let us know you're coming  or drop in if you're in the neighborhood.

       January 12, 2025: 

1st Reading: Isaiah 62:1-7

Psalm 36:5-10 

   2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Gospel: John 2:1-11 

     NEXT WEEK’S READINGS: 

1st Rding: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 

2nd Reading: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a Psalm 19 

Gospel: Luke 4:14-21 

 Leave the cooking to us and bring a friend or family member to Bethel's Senior Dinners.  Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at 4:30 pm.  Enjoy the companionship and a full dinner, including dessert and drinks.  All are welcome; please make a reservation  via  Muskego Food Pantry at (262) 679-6448 with dinner count and name of party.  After dinner at 6:00 pm, we offer optional evening worship to celebrate God's presence in our lives. 

In-Person Worship

8:30 am Sunday

Evening Worship with Holy Communion

6:30 pm 2nd Tuesday of each month

Virtual Worship

Available 24/7 online on worship page