Bethel Baptist Church

 

                            

Senior Adult Lunch is usually held the third Wednesday of every month here at Bethel at 12:00 noon. The next Senior Lunch is May 16th.  A $2.00 donation is requested to help cover the costs of the meal. We encourage you to come and bring a friend and enjoy a good home-cooked meal and great fellowship. Look for the sign-up sheet on the visitors table or call the church office at 507-345-4011. 

Men's Bible Study meets Mondays at 9:00 a.m. to study the Bible.

Women's Bible Study meets Mondays at 9:00 a.m. in the Ravine Room to study the Bible. 

2012 Quilting Retreats at Trout Lake Camps

There are 4 Quilting Retreats available at Trout Lake Camps this spring. These provide the opportunity to get away from it all and enjoy the peace and quiet of Minnesota’s northwoods while learning or continuing to indulge your interest in quilting. Dates are:  May 16-20. Costs range from $145-$195. For more information contact the church office for a brochure.

Senior Expo

The Verizon Wireless Center is proud to host the 8th annual Senior Expo! The Senior Expo aims to promote a healthier and safer lifestyle for those 55-plus. This year it will be held on Tuesday, May 15, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Verizon Wireless Civic Center. We are also proud to announce BUD GRANT as our keynote speaker from 2:30-3:30 p.m.

This is a FREE event! Highlights include: free parking, informational seminars on health topics, no-cost medical screenings, an exhibit hall featuring 100+ booths with services and products for active older adults/seniors, entertainment, prize drawings, refreshments and low-cost lunches.

If you have any questions contact Tricia Stenberg at (507) 387-8453 or tstenberg@verizonwirelesscentermn.com

Foster Grandparents

The Foster Grandparent Program is looking for individuals fifty-five years old or older, who enjoy children and have time to share in Mankato at the Bethlehem Lutheran Church Child Care Center.  By giving 15 hours a week of your time, you could help children succeed.   At the same time, you would supplement your retirement income with tax free financial reimbursement as well as travel costs, and insurance coverage.  Contact Gail Sumerfelt at 507-337-0382 or 507-530-2295.

Fall Retreats for Prime Timers

It is time to start thinking about Fall Retreats at Trout Lake Camps at the Shalom House. Contact the office for a registration form.

#1      Mon., Sept. 17 - Thur., Sept. 20      $169

          Hosts: Pastor Randy & Cheryl Stauter, Glory Baptist, Aitkin        Speakers: Retired BGC Pastor Dennis & Barb Erickson                     Music: Sharry Waldriff

#2       Mon., Sept. 24 - Wed., Sept. 26      $145

           Hosts: Pastor Fred & Shirley Tuma           Speakers: Director of Older Adult Ministries, Rich & Nancy Massey, Hillside Church, Bloomington                 Music: Doreen Olson

#3       Mon., Oct. 15 - Wed., Oct. 17         $145

           Hosts: Pastor Dave & Debbie Anderson, Spring Vale Baptist, Stanchfield                Speakers: Retired BGC Pastor Dave & Tanni Sollitt              Music: Doreen Olson

Retired Pastors & Missionaries Retreat           Mon., Oct. 22 - Wed., Oct. 24

            Host: Fred Tuma                    Music: Pastor Randy Berg            Speakers: TBA

($10 off for first-time attendees)

Transportation to and from camp can be provided. Call Fred. Finances a problem? Don't stay home! For confidential assistance contact: Fred Tuma, Director of Retired Adult Ministries, MIBC (651) 633-0560 or Cell (763) 242-9198 or email: ftuma@convergemibc.org