Bethlehem Star
January, 2016
Sock Hop
BBQ Supper/Dance
Saturday, January 30th
Annual Budget
Review
Sunday, January 24th
10:30am
Annual
Congregational
Meeting
Sunday, January 31st
10:30am
Worship Team
Meeting
Sunday, January 10th
10:30am
Take Down
Christmas
Decorations &
Prepare for Epiphany
Sunday, January 10th
10:30am
FROM THE PUGH…
The thing I love most about a new year is the
possibilities that abound. It is a clean slate to dream
about. It is a time to ponder what might lie ahead. It
is a door way to endless destinations. In considering
2016 I have come up with a few things I would like to
see begin.
1. I would like to challenge the congregation of
Bethlehem to commit to a bible study or devotion
study during 2016. It doesn’t have to be at
Bethlehem, although there will be opportunities
to be a part of several during the year here. But
committing to a bible study, to a planned
expansion of your faith understanding is the most
successful stewardship action one can take in their
lives.
2. I would like to see Bethlehem sell the property
that was once the orchard. Upon this sale I would
like to have six things happen:
a. I would like to immediately take 10% of the
sale price to begin an endowment fund that
yearly funds mission and ministry off of
Bethlehem’s campus with the interest earned
from the fund.
b. I would like to pay off or greatly pay down
Bethlehem’s mortgage.
c. I would like to have a digital sign replace the
current sign on the corner of 32nd and
McDowell. This new sign could announce to
the world all the amazing ministries at
Bethlehem, Noah’s Ark, and Harvest of Hope
Community Garden. It would give an up to
date happening of the mission and ministry.
An encompassing advertising campaign to the
Mesa area of the mission and ministry here a
Bethlehem would boost our ability to serve
God in our little corner of Mesa.
d. I would like to have a sabbatical funded if it
hasn’t already been funded by other sources.
e. I would like some money put into the
landscaping of the Bethlehem Campus. It has
been over twenty years since a landscaping
plan was executed on this campus. A freshen
up of the campus would greatly improve the
curb appeal.
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f. I would then like the remaining funds (if there
are any) to be placed in an account for at least
six months so the mission and ministry these
funds are used for have been well thought out
and are beneficial to the mission and ministry
of serving the God.
3. In 2016 I would like to see a substantial rise in the
amount of financial pledges using Simply Giving.
What this does is help Bethlehem receive income
in a balanced way year round versus lower giving
in the summer and early fall and higher giving in
the late fall and winter. We serve God twelve
months a year and having a balanced source of
income sure does make it so much easier for
mission and ministry to occur all year round.
4. I would like to see Bethlehem to continue to grow
in mission and ministry. Every year I have been
here new ministries erupt from the congregation
and serving God is expanded in a plethora of
unique and exciting ministries.
5. 2016, a new year, new possibilities, same God.
Let’s grow this church! Let’s share with the
world…We are a home to share God’s love and
grace!!!!!!!!
Pastor Chon
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News from Noah's Ark
Altar Guild:
Once again our most precious charges proved to be
worthy of all the love and praise we can show them.
The Christmas concert was so cute! The kids did a
phenomenal job for Mrs. Ginny.
Mrs. Ginny
Dawson, a Noah's Ark parent, was gracious enough
to take on the task of working with the kids in
preparation of the concert. We also had a visit from
Santa and Mrs. Claus. A big “Thank You” to Jim
Thompson for being our videographer. All-in-all the
evening was a huge success.
If you have a desire or calling to set the Lord’s Table
for 2 consecutive weeks, every 7-8 weeks, for the
Altar Guild, please talk to the church office at 480832-0462
Our next major event will be “Wheel Day” on
Wednesday, January 27, 2016. Get your favorite
wheeled vehicles polished and tuned up and come
show them off. For more information contact Mrs.
Estelle at 480-325-0687.
Noah's Ark will be open for a few days for Winter
Camp the last two weeks of December. Our wish to
all the Bethlehem community is the peace, joy and
love that the true meaning of Christmas brings. We
look forward to seeing you all in the new year.
Bible Study:
Pastor John and Chris Schaumburg will teach a
course using Joan Chittister's book, The Gift of
Years. Our first class will be Monday, February 1st at
10:00-11:30am in Room 9/10. We hope to meet twice
a month; we'll decide at the first meeting a schedule
that best fits the class.
Please purchase and read the first 5 chapters if at all
possible prior to the first class. Each chapter is a
brief discourse on a subject such as joy, meaning, fear,
etc. We will discuss one or more chapters each week.
Noah’s Ark is on Facebook:
Joan Chittister is a deeply spiritual person. She writes
in the introduction "I will write about life beyond its
physical dimension, to its spiritual development. In
fact, as the physical dimension of life diminishes, the
spiritual dimension commonly increases. But I will
not be writing about the physical changes that come
with age - as important and impacting as these are. I
will be writing instead about the mental and spiritual
attitudes we bring to these challenges that really
determine who we become as we advance from one
stage of growing older to the next."
https://www.facebook.com/NoahsArkPreschoolMesa
Phone: 480-325-0687
Email: [email protected]
This book can be purchased electronically and from
Amazon.
In Christ,
Ms. Jill
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Continuing:
4th Wednesday of the month:
Every Tuesday:
January 27th at 1:00pm in the NCO.
Bring your project of choice and join us for a couple of
hours of camaraderie and quiet. Don’t have a project?
Just join us anyway.
Questions? Just ask Carol Savoie. 480-313-4739.
Quilters:
The Quilters meet on Tuesdays from 9:00 to 12:00 in the
Social Hall. There is no experience necessary and if you
would like to check us out to see what is involved and how
we make the quilts, please stop in any Tuesday - we'd love
to have you!
Hope to see you there!!!
Holy Yoga
A Christ-centered yoga class on Tuesdays from 6:00-7:00
pm in Room 9/10. No experience needed. Can be done
from chairs or the floor. Bring: yoga mat, comfortable
clothes, water, & $5 suggested donation. Questions? Call
Renaya VanDusen at 480-717-3477.
Every Wednesday:
Choir Rehearsals
6:30pm in the Sanctuary.
Every Thursday:
Men’s Bible Study
7:30am in the Social Hall.
2nd Wednesday of the month:
Mexican Train Dominoes
January 13th at 1:00pm in the NCO.
Cross Stitching & More
Prayer Shawls:
If anyone is interested in learning how to knit or
crochet Prayer Shawls, we will be pleased to teach
you. Questions? Call Carol Wendlandt 480-924-6581.
WELCA
Thank You – Christmas Angels
The ladies of WELCA want to thank all of you in the
congregation who were Christmas angels this year.
This year WELCA had a total of three families. Two
of the families are single mothers with six children
each. The other family has two children. There were a
total of sixty-two tags on the tree requesting either
food, clothing, gift cards or toys. Due to Bethlehem's
generosity, we also supported Noah's Ark Christmas
Angel tree project. We just couldn't have done this
huge project without your help. Thank you
Bethlehem for being so charitable with your gifts. The
ladies of WELCA appreciate you and all of the
support that you so graciously give to us.
WELCA
Bake Sale – Thank You
3rd Thursday of the month:
WELCA
Who:
Every woman who worships at Bethlehem.
What: WELCA monthly meeting.
When: Thursday, January 21sr, at 9:00 am.
Where: Social Hall
A typical meeting includes fellowship and a short business
meeting in addition to the Bible study.
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The ladies of WELCA would like to thank all of the
bakers in the congregation for all of their hard work
and time in making the bake sale a success. WELCA
had four tables filled with all kinds of goodies–
breads, brownies, cookies, fudge, etc.
We would also like to thank all of you in the congregation
who supported our fundraiser with your purchases. We
hope that all of you enjoyed eating your baked goods as we
did in preparing them for you. Thank you once again for
your continued support of the Women of the ELCA here
at Bethlehem.
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The Nurse's Corner
Each month I highlight a health topic in the newsletter. Feel free to suggest health concerns that you
would like to see added in future months.
Blessings,
Carol Savoie R.N.
Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses like bending over
or coughing can cause a fracture. Osteoporosis-related
fractures most commonly occur in the hip, wrist or spine.
Bone is living tissue that is constantly being broken down
and replaced. Osteoporosis occurs when the creation of
new bone doesn't keep up with the removal of old bone.
Osteoporosis affects men and women of all races. But
white and Asian women - especially older women who are
past menopause - are at highest risk. Medications, healthy
diet, and weight-bearing exercise can help prevent bone
loss or strengthen already weak bones.
There typically are no symptoms in the early stages of
bone loss. But once bones have been weakened by
osteoporosis, you may have signs and symptoms that
include:
 Back pain, caused by a fractured or collapsed vertebra
 Loss of height over time
 A stooped posture
 A bone fracture that occurs much more easily than
expected
You may want to talk to your doctor about osteoporosis if
you went through early menopause, took corticosteroids
for several months at a time, or either of your parents had
hip fractures.
Your bones are in a constant state of renewal - new bone
is made and old bone is broken down. When you're young,
your body makes new bone faster than it breaks down old
bone and your bone mass increases. Most people reach
their peak bone mass by their early 20s. As people age,
bone mass is lost faster than it's created.
How likely you are to develop osteoporosis depends partly
on how much bone mass you attained in your youth. The
higher your peak bone mass, the more bone you have "in
the bank" and the less likely you are to develop
osteoporosis as you age.
A number of factors can increase the likelihood that you'll
develop osteoporosis - including your age, race, lifestyle
choices, and medical conditions and treatments.
Unchangeable risks
Some risk factors for osteoporosis are out of your control,
including:
 Your sex: Women are much more likely to develop
osteoporosis than are men.
 Age: The older you get, the greater your risk of
osteoporosis.
 Race: You're at greatest risk of osteoporosis if you're
white or of Asian descent.
 Family history: Having a parent or sibling with
osteoporosis puts you at greater risk, especially if your
mother or father experienced a hip fracture.
 Body frame size: Men and women who have small
body frames tend to have a higher risk because they
may have less bone mass to draw from as they age.
Hormone levels
Osteoporosis is more common in people who have too
much or too little of certain hormones in their bodies.
Examples include:
 Sex hormones. Lowered sex hormone levels tend to
weaken bone. The reduction of estrogen levels at
menopause is one of the strongest risk factors for
developing osteoporosis. Women may also experience
a drop in estrogen during certain cancer treatments.
Men experience a gradual reduction in testosterone
levels as they age. And some treatments for prostate
cancer reduce testosterone levels in men.
 Thyroid problems. Too much thyroid hormone can
cause bone loss. This can occur if your thyroid is
overactive or if you take too much thyroid hormone
medication to treat an underactive thyroid.
 Other glands. Osteoporosis has also been associated
with overactive parathyroid and adrenal glands.
Dietary factors
Osteoporosis is more likely to occur in people who have:
 Low calcium intake. A lifelong lack of calcium plays a
major role in the development of osteoporosis. Low
calcium intake contributes to diminished bone density,
early bone loss and an increased risk of fractures.
 Eating disorders. People who have anorexia are at
higher risk of osteoporosis. Low food intake can
reduce the number of calories and amount of protein
and calcium ingested. In women, anorexia can stop
menstruation, leading to weaker bones. In men,
anorexia lowers the amount of sex hormones in the
body and can weaken bone.
 Gastrointestinal surgery. A reduction in the size of
your stomach or a bypass or removal of part of the
intestine limits the amount of surface area available to
absorb nutrients, including calcium.
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Steroids and other medications
Long-term use of oral or injected corticosteroid
medications, such as prednisone and cortisone, interferes
with the bone-rebuilding process. Osteoporosis has also
been associated with medications used to combat or
prevent:
 Seizures
 Gastric reflux
 Cancer
 Transplant rejection
Lifestyle choices
Some bad habits can increase your risk of osteoporosis.
Examples include:
 Sedentary lifestyle. People who spend a lot of time
sitting have a higher risk of osteoporosis than do those
who are more active. Any weight-bearing exercise and
activities that promote balance and good posture are
beneficial for your bones, but walking, running,
jumping, dancing and weightlifting seem particularly
helpful.
 Excessive alcohol consumption. Regular consumption
of more than two alcoholic drinks a day increases your
risk of osteoporosis.
 Tobacco use. The exact role tobacco plays in
osteoporosis isn't clearly understood, but it has been
shown that tobacco use contributes to weak bones.
 Bone fractures, particularly in the spine or hip, are
the most serious complication of osteoporosis.
Hip fractures often result from a fall and can
result in disability and even death from
postoperative complications, especially in older
adults.
 In some cases, spinal fractures can occur even if
you haven't fallen. The bones that make up your
spine (vertebrae) can weaken to the point that they
may crumple, which can result in back pain, lost
height and a hunched forward posture.
Your bone density can be measured by a machine that
uses low levels of X-rays to determine the proportion
of mineral in your bones. During this painless test, you
lie on a padded table as a scanner passes over your
body. In most cases, only a few bones are checked usually in the hip, wrist and spine.
Treatments And Drugs
Treatment recommendations are based on an estimate of
your risk of breaking a bone in the next 10 years using
information such as the bone density test. If the risk is not
high, treatment might not include medication and might
focus instead on lifestyle, safety and modifying risk factors
for bone loss. For both men and women at increased risk
of fracture, the most widely prescribed osteoporosis
medications are bisphosphonates.
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Examples include:
 Alendronate (Fosamax)
 Risedronate (Actonel, Atelvia)
 Ibandronate (Boniva)
 Zoledronic acid (Reclast)
Side effects include nausea, abdominal pain, difficulty
swallowing, and the risk of an inflamed esophagus or
esophageal ulcers. These are less likely to occur if the
medicine is taken properly. Intravenous forms of
bisphosphonates don't cause stomach upset. And it may be
easier to schedule a quarterly or yearly injection than to
remember to take a weekly or monthly pill, but it can be
more costly to do so.
Using bisphosphonate therapy for more than five years has
been linked to a rare problem in which the middle of the
thighbone cracks and might even break completely.
Bisphosphonates also have the potential to affect the
jawbone. Osteonecrosis of the jaw is a rare condition that
can occur after a tooth extraction in which a section of
jawbone dies and deteriorates. You should have a recent
dental examination before starting bisphosphonates.
Hormone-related therapy
Estrogen, especially when started soon after menopause,
can help maintain bone density. However, estrogen
therapy can increase a woman's risk of blood clots,
endometrial cancer, breast cancer and possibly heart
disease. Therefore, estrogen is typically used for bone
health only if menopausal symptoms also require
treatment.
Raloxifene (Evista) mimics estrogen's beneficial effects on
bone density in postmenopausal women, without some of
the risks associated with estrogen. Taking this drug may
also reduce the risk of some types of breast cancer. Hot
flashes are a common side effect. Raloxifene also may
increase your risk of blood clots.
In men, osteoporosis may be linked with a gradual agerelated decline in testosterone levels. Testosterone
replacement therapy can help increase bone density, but
osteoporosis medications have been better studied in men
with osteoporosis and are recommended alone or in
addition to testosterone.
Other osteoporosis medications
If you can't tolerate the more common treatments for
osteoporosis - or if they don't work well enough - your
doctor might suggest trying:
 Denosumab
(Prolia). Compared
with
bisphosphonates, denosumab produces similar or
better bone density results and reduces the chance of
all types of fractures. Denosumab is delivered via a
shot under the skin every six months. The most
common side effects are back and muscle pain.
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 Teriparatide (Forteo). This powerful drug is similar to
parathyroid hormone and stimulates new bone
growth. It's given by injection under the skin. After
two years of treatment with teriparatide, another
osteoporosis drug is taken to maintain the new bone
growth. This drug is reserved for patients with severe
osteoporosis.
Lifestyle and Home Remedies
These suggestions may help reduce your risk of developing
osteoporosis or experiencing broken bones:
 Don't smoke. Smoking increases rates of bone loss
and the chance of experiencing a fracture.
 Avoid excessive alcohol. Consuming more than two
alcoholic drinks a day may decrease bone formation.
Being under the influence also can increase your risk
of falling.
 Prevent falls. Wear low-heeled shoes with nonslip
soles and check your house for electrical cords, area
rugs and slippery surfaces that might cause you to trip
or fall. Keep rooms brightly lit, install grab bars just
inside and outside your shower door, and make sure
you can get into and out of your bed easily.
Prevention
Three factors essential for keeping your bones healthy
throughout your life are:
 Adequate amounts of calcium
 Adequate amounts of vitamin D
 Regular exercise
Calcium
Men and women between the ages of 18 and 50 need
1,000 milligrams of calcium a day. This daily amount
increases to 1,200 milligrams when women turn 50 and
men turn 70. Good sources of calcium include:
 Low-fat dairy products (200 to 300 milligrams per
serving)
 Dark green leafy vegetables
 Canned salmon or sardines with bones
 Soy products, such as tofu
 Calcium-fortified cereals and orange juice
If you find it difficult to get enough calcium from your
diet, consider taking calcium supplements. However, too
much calcium has been linked to heart problems and
kidney stones. The Institute of Medicine recommends that
total calcium intake, from supplements and diet combined,
should be no more than 2,000 milligrams daily for people
older than 50.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D improves your body's ability to absorb calcium.
Many people get adequate amounts of vitamin D from
sunlight, but this may not be a good source if you live in
high latitudes, if you're housebound, or if you regularly use
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sunscreen or avoid the sun entirely because of the risk of
skin cancer.
Scientists don't yet know the optimal daily dose of vitamin
D. A good starting point for adults is 600 to 800
international units (IU) a day, through food or
supplements. If your blood levels of vitamin D are low,
your doctor may suggest higher doses. Teens and adults
can safely take up to 4,000 international units (IU) a day.
Exercise
Exercise can help you build strong bones and slow bone
loss. Exercise will benefit your bones no matter when you
start, but you'll gain the most benefits if you start
exercising regularly when you're young and continue to
exercise throughout your life.
Combine strength training exercises with weight-bearing
exercises. Strength training helps strengthen muscles and
bones in your arms and upper spine, and weight-bearing
exercises - such as walking, jogging, running, stair
climbing, skipping rope, skiing and impact-producing
sports - affect mainly the bones in your legs, hips and
lower spine.
Swimming, cycling and exercising on machines such as
elliptical trainers can provide a good cardiovascular
workout, but because such exercises are low impact,
they're not as helpful for improving bone health as weightbearing exercises are. There is evidence that competitive
cyclists have reduced bone mineral density. They should
combine strength training and weight-bearing exercises
and consider a test for osteoporosis.
Information obtained from www.mayoclinic.org.
Worship Service Team Meeting:
Sunday, January 10th @ 10:30am: Everyone who
wishes to take part in the volunteer opportunities on
Sundays, plan to come to this short meeting as we
sign up for the opportunities during February, March,
and April. If you have any question about the job
descriptions, come to the meeting or ask me or call
me. Thanks for your time and efforts.
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Fair Trade Coffee:
Church Office Hours:
The coffee we use for Hospitality on Sunday, which is
also on sale in the social hall, is bought through
Lutheran World Relief. This is an Equal Exchange
program which takes out the "middle man" so the
small farmers get the fair trade value of their
coffee. A small amount of our purchases go to
support Lutheran World Relief. You may notice that
we don't have as many different types of coffee as
they were not selling. If there is a coffee type that
you would like please let me know.
Thanks, Carol Savoie
Monday - Thursday: 8:00am - 1:00pm
Friday: 8:00am - 12:00pm
Please have announcements and prayer requests to
the church office by 10:00am Friday.
Name Badges:
If you would like a blue name badge, please contact
Jim Thompson or the church office. There is no
charge. If you would prefer an individual metallic
name badge, these are also available for order. The
cost for a metallic name badge is $15. You can choose
either clip-on or magnetic clip. If you are interested
or need more information, please contact the church
office at 480-832-0462.
PowerPoint Pictures:
Most of the pictures we use on the Sunday
PowerPoint overheads were taken by members. So, if
you’ve taken any really good pictures lately, and want
to share it, we always enjoy receiving new ones.
Email your picture to Laurel in the church office.
Thank you for sharing!
Noah’s Ark is a part of
Fry’s Community
Rewards.
The next time you shop at Fry’s, stop
by the front desk for details. Once you’re set up, the
rewards are automatically applied each time you use
your card.
Newsletter Deadline:
Articles must be received in the church office by
Wednesday, December 16th to be included in the
January Newsletter. If at any time you have an article
for the newsletter, there’s no need to wait until the
deadline - write it up while it’s fresh in your mind and
send it in. It will be included in the following
month’s newsletter.
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Media at Bethlehem
Bethlehem Lutheran Church is a
Stephen Ministry Congregation
Everyone goes through difficult times. Having
someone to care, to listen, and to share God’s love
with you can help you get through the confusion,
stress, or loneliness you may be experiencing. If you
or anyone you know are in need of this caring
ministry, please contact Pastor Chon Pugh at
[email protected] or the church office at 480832-0462.
Blue Stone Ministry:
A Gift of Stephen Ministry.
The Blue Stones in our baptismal font are sponsored
by Stephen Ministry. When you pass by the baptismal
font, you are invited to take one of the Blue Stones
and carry it with you at all times. If you meet
someone, friend or stranger, who is having a difficult
struggle in their lives, this Blue Stone can help. Hand
that person your Blue Stone and explain the
following: “Please take this blue stone and carry
it with you. Let this be a reminder that God loves
you, and you will always have God’s love no
matter how difficult your life may become. Let
this also remind you that you have someone here
on earth who cares about you and will keep you
in their prayers.” After you have given away your
new stone, please replace it with another from our
baptismal font.
Memorial Tiles
Bethlehem Lutheran Church participants have the
availability of purchasing memorial plaque tiles to go
on our master plaque. An individual name tile costs
$15. If you choose two names, one on each tile, the
cost is $25. If you are interested or need more
information, please contact the church office at 480832-0462.
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 We’re always on the lookout for new ideas about
how Bethlehem can use social media. Tell us
yours. We want to share God's promises with all
creation.
 We now have a Weather Station mounted on the
pergola in the Community Garden that reports
the weather, real time, on line. On your computer
go to weatherunderground.com. In the search
window located at the top right of the screen,
type in our weather station ID. KAZMESA121.
You can view weather conditions real time and
see graphs that report the history. Enjoy. The
direct
link
on
your
computer
is:
http://www.wunderground.com/personalweather-station/dashboard?ID=KAZMESA121
 Web Site: blcmesa.org Share it with your friends,
neighbors, and families.
 Face Book: If you are already on Face Book be
sure to go to the Bethlehem Lutheran Church
Face Book page and like us. If you are not on
Face Book, consider joining, and then like
Bethlehem Lutheran Church. If you want more
information on how to join Face Book let us
know and we will walk you through it.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Bethlehem-Lutheran-Church
Tell your friends, neighbors, family - spread the
word to like Bethlehem Lutheran Church on Face
Book and the Good News of the gospel!
 E-Blast: Sent from the church office every
Thursday via email. It allows you to get up to date
information on what is going on at Bethlehem
delivered straight to your computer, phone, pad,
or other wireless device you use. If you are not
receiving it and want to, please contact the church
office and let Laurel know.
 Newsletter: Receive the newsletter via email and
save postage and paper costs.
 Vimeo: Recorded sermons and special events at
Bethlehem are now available to be watched and
downloaded at Vimeo.com/blcmesa. Check out
Preschool activities, Heart Fire activities, the latest
wedding or baptism, and Pastor Chon’s sermon.
The site supports HD quality videos and is not
restricted by length or storage capacities (other
than a maximum of 5 gig per week). If you record
a video of a church-related function and would
like it posted on our site, please contact the
church office at 480-832-0462.
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A Special Thank You to Brian Myers of PM Pest
Control. He volunteers his time and services to
Bethlehem and Noah’s Ark for free. PM Pest
Control can handle all of your pest and weed control
needs. Call 602-920-7032.
Have you noticed that the windows at Bethlehem are
sparkling? Your windows can sparkle, too. Call
Nathan and Bradley of Sparkletime Window
Washing (480-225-5141) and tell them you attend
Bethlehem Lutheran Church. They will donate 10%
of your window cleaning to Bethlehem. They are
also donating the cleaning of Bethlehem’s windows
for free. Thank you Sparkletime!
Business and Service Cards
Bulletin Board
Members and Friends of Bethlehem are invited to
post your Business Cards on the Bulletin Board in
the Social Hall.
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Amazon Smile:
Do you shop online at Amazon.com? Bethlehem is
part of the Amazon Smile program. Amazon will
donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible
AmazonSmile purchases to Bethlehem Lutheran
Church whenever you shop on AmazonSmile. When
you log on to Amazon, you must do so through
smile.amazon.com for Bethlehem to receive the
benefits.
Take Down Christmas Decorations
& Prepare for Epiphany
Sunday, January 10th
10:30am following worship
Join us as we “undeck” the halls by taking down the
Christmas trees and lights, and prepare the
Sanctuary for Epiphany.
The more, the merrier,
and the quicker we will be done.
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