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This Week At Bethel February 6, 2026 This Sunday Church Family News Announcements Community News Calendar Bulletin Archive This Sunday In today’s world, there are many polarizing topics of conversation. It doesn’t take much to find ourselves arguing about one thing or another, but are all of them worth engaging? This Sunday we’ll be hearing the sixth of 7 messages in our Hard Conversations series. “Pick Your Battles,” will take us through Galatians 2:11-21 where Paul confronts Cephas (Peter) on a topic that humankind has distorted throughout history. We’ll also see how peer pressure has the potential to impact behaviour regardless of how ‘spiritual” or “good” one is in human sight. To hear past messages from this series, subscribe and follow at discoverbethel.com/podcasts. For other sermon series resources, check out: https://www.discoverbethel.com/resources/hard-conversations. Our Sunday Offerings: BETHEL MINISTRIES AND MISSION : The ministries and programs of Bethel WORLD RENEW: joins communities around the world to renew hope, reconcile lives, and restore creation. Working in more than 30 countries, World Renew embraces a family-centered approach to ending global poverty, hunger and illness and providing disaster response services. For more information→worldrenew.ca COLLECTIONS IN FEBRUARY February 1 Refugee Fund February 8 World Renew February 15 Nehemiah Center February 22 Ministry Shares Church Family News & Prayer Requests: Please remember C (niece to Becky and Michael), LYLE A, SCOTT B, MARIJKE C, DRIKA D, JENNY P, ELEANOR P and GRACE V. as you pray for our church community. Announcements: FAMILY TABLE: Are you raising kids or teens? Pull up a chair at The Family Table! This series helps your family discover simple ways to grow faith at home. Our next session, Feeding on God's Word: exploring and enjoying scripture together, is happening February 22. Join us right after church for a family meal, time of vision, connection, and encouragement. Register here ALPHA IS COMING TO BETHEL!: Curious about faith? Asking life’s big questions? Or looking for a safe, welcoming space to explore Christianity with others? Alpha is a relaxed, conversational course where people can explore the Christian faith in an open and friendly environment—no pressure, no judgment. The course runs for 11 weeks and will begin Sunday, February 15 from 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. at Bethel Church. To participate in Alpha click here . NOMINATIONS FOR COUNCIL MEMBERS: With the start of a new year, it's a good time to think about Bethel's mission. A key factor in fulfilling that mission relies on the many different people who serve in our church. Within that group are the church leaders, our Council comprised of Elders and Deacons. Each year, a number of these leaders finish their terms and need to be replaced. That is where you come in. We ask you to prayerfully consider who would make good, Christ-centered leaders for the different roles on Council: Governing Elder, Shepherding Elder and Deacons. As most of our Shepherding Elders are completing their terms this year, please pray for provision in this vital area of leadership. To nominate someone: • We recommend that you talk with the person you are discerning nominating so you can confirm that they are able and willing to prayerfully consider serving on Council • Please confirm they are a member of Bethel Community Church 3 • Please send us an email with their name to clerk@discoverbethel.com and a brief reason why you believe he or she is qualified to serve in this role If you have any questions about the nominations process and the expectations of these roles, please contact Arnold Groot (Governing Elder). MEN’S MINISTRY: The next Men’s Breakfast will be Saturday, February 21st, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. We invite men of all ages to join us for food and fellowship. We would love to see you there! Find out more at discoverbethel.com/events or register here. BETHEL YOUNG ADULTS : There are several Young Adult gatherings coming up. The first one will happen on February 15 (7 pm), hosted at the Harpers. Please email Pastor Cris for Details. We also have a date set for March 29 for getting together next month. Let us know if you have any questions. We look forward to seeing everyone! EASTER CHOIR : We are excited to share that we will be starting a choir for Easter—and possibly continuing beyond Easter if there is interest to grow it further! This will be a great opportunity to learn how to sing different vocal parts, grow in confidence, and enjoy making music together in a fun and encouraging environment. No matter your experience level, you are welcome to join. Practices for Easter will take place on Tuesday evenings. If you are interested in being part of the choir or would like more details, please email lisa@discoverbethel.com to sign up. We would love to have you join us! OASIS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: On Wednesday mornings, during Oasis, we have added a small group for elementary aged homeschool kids while their moms attend the bible study. There are 8 women (up to 16 kids) who are benefitting from this chance for mom to attend bible study. But, we need a few more volunteers or it runs the risk of being cancelled. We need 2 adults to supervise on a flexible basis from 9:25 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. We ask a bible lesson/story be taught (I can help pick the lesson) and then provide a craft or games. Maybe you have a skill you'd like to share or teach for a few weeks. Male volunteers are also welcome. Let Laura know asap if you are interested or if you have questions. ALPHA IS COMING TO BETHEL!: No you’re not seeing double. We need people to get involved in helping host Alpha! Alpha works best with volunteers like you who help create a warm, hospitable space. You don’t need to have all the answers, just a heart for people and a willingness to serve. To see where volunteer help is needed click here . If you have any questions, please email Pastor Cathy. BIG COOK: It’s time to refill the meals in the ministry freezers and need your help to do it. Join us on February 28 from 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. to cook and assemble freezer meals for members of Bethel and people in the Bannerman neighborhood who have need or are dealing with long- or short-term health issues. The ingredients and instructions will be out waiting to be peeled, chopped, boiled, fried, sliced, mixed, bagged, and labelled. Come with a friend or maybe make a new one. Sign up at the info booth or let us know if you can make it out! Laura Meidl (780-221-150) and Jessica Kalf. PLAY YOUR ROLE : Bethel’s Hospitality Ministries are seeking volunteers to help make everyone feel at home. Your service in this area is to reflect God’s love through a warm and inviting welcome to Bethel’s members and visitors at our Sunday services. Please email Pastor Cathy to learn more or volunteer to serve. COFFEE MINISTRY : Once a month you would assist a small team in brewing, serving, sipping, and tidying up our fine coffee served after the service. HOSPITALITY TEAM: This is an easy way to get involved in the Bethel community and get to know people. We are looking for greeters and ushers who can greet everyone as they enter the sanctuary and assist people in finding a seat or answering questions about the church such as the location of children’s check-in, washrooms, or nursery. We also would like people to be hosts for the Welcome & Members Desks. This role involves responding to and providing information including welcome packages, assisting with sign-ups and being familiar with the information in the weekly newsletter. BETHEL'S OPEN CLOSET WEARS & WARES EVENT: : Did the balmy weather trick you into an early round of spring cleaning? Did the Christmas season put you in a purging mood? Bethel will be hosting a 'swap' event. On April 24, we will be collecting lightly used clothing, books, toys, sporting goods, and housewares (no appliance or furniture please) and then hosting an 'open closet' afternoon the next day, April 25, inviting families from Bethel and Bannerman to come on in and find new to them treasures at no cost. More details will come but if you can hold on to those things you're clearing to drop off for this event, it would be very appreciated! If you're interested in helping plan this event or have any questions, contact Laura Meidl Bethel Youth: YOUTH TONIGHT: For those who signed up for the Faith and Family Night Oil Kings game we will be meeting at Rogers Place. NO YOUTH: There will be no Youth on February 13 due to the Family Day long weekend. NEXT YOUTH: Join us for our next youth night on February 20 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Back To Top Community News: FAMILY FRIENDLY SOCCER : Are you looking for a fun family orientated soccer league? There is a division for everyone as young as those born in 2020. Registration for kids is one day on Feb 18. For more info Email: Kid’s league: edmontonFFSL@gmail.com Adults: AdultsFFS@gmail.com COLD HANDS WARM HEARTS : Is a community walk happening on Saturday, February 21 that’s going to make a big difference right here in Edmonton! By walking with us, you will be changing the lives of people like Aime. Hungry and homeless in the middle of winter, Aime was in a desperate situation. But because of compassionate people like you, he found help at Hope Mission - and now his life has completely turned around. “I can make a fresh start in my life,” he says. “I have hope for my future.” By walking in Cold Hands Warm Hearts, you will be bringing the hope of a fresh start to other vulnerable people like Aime. You will truly be transforming the life of someone who desperately needs it - and it’s a gift they’ll never forget. Sign up today at hopemission.com/warmhearts! COLDEST NIGHT OF THE YEAR : We’re so excited to announce The Coldest Night of the Year is back! This winterrific, family-friendly walk returns on Saturday, February 28th, bringing our community together to raise critical funds for The Mustard Seed and the people we serve who are experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. For more information and to register click here CRC NEWS: Check out what’s happening in the CRC community here. CRCNA ANNOUNCEMENTS: Connecting church members with the ministries of the denomination. Find out more by visiting the website here Back To Top Our Weekly Calendar SUNDAY, February 8 10:00 a.m. Worship - in person & live stream 10:00 a.m. Youth & Pancakes 11:30 a.m. World Missions Information Session MONDAY, February 9 4:00 p.m. WillowWood Open House 7:00 p.m. Prayer – Zoom TUESDAY, February 10 5:15 p.m. Dove Taekwondo 7:00 p.m. Cadets WEDNESDAY, February 11 6:30 a.m. Prayer-In-person & Zoom 9:30 a.m. Oasis 8:00 p.m. AA THURSDAY, February 12 12:30 p.m. Food Bank 5:15 p.m. Dove Taekwondo FRIDAY, February 13 10:00 a.m. Collective Kitchen GEMS Fundraiser 7:00 p.m. Bethel Youth SATURDAY, February 14 10:00 a.m. Collective Kitchen GEMS Fundraiser Bulletin Archive Bulletin - February 6, 2026 Bulletin - January 30, 2026 Bulletin - January 23, 2026 Bulletin - January 16, 2026 Bulletin - January 11, 2026 Bulletin - December 19, 2025 Bulletin - December 12, 2025 Bulletin - December 7, 2025 Back To Top Communication Letter to the Congregation on April 24, 2025 Back To Top

We are community church committed to following Jesus and sharing his love with the world around us. ​ We gather for worship on Sundays at 10 am in Edmonton, AB. We deeply care about our community and would love to encourage you in any way we can. Becoming like Christ & Sharing Him with Others Worship Online With Us Give Give Give Welcome. We are a community church committed to following Jesus and sharing his love with the world around us. We gather for worship on Sundays at 10 am in Edmonton, AB. We deeply care about our community and would love to encourage you in any way we can. For more details about who we are and what to expect, go here Is there more to life than this? Join us as we explore the big questions of life through Alpha *Starting February 15, 2026 Sign Up Volunteer Prayer Praying together as a church family is the body of Christ working together. Prayer Request Connect Help us know how we can journey with you. We invite you to fill out a connect card. Connect Card Serve There are many opportunities for you to get involved with the life of the churc h through serving. Serve Give Your faithful tithing allo ws us to carry out the ministries God is calling us to at Bethel. Button Subscribe to our weekly newsletter T his Wee k At Bethel Subscribe View Newsletter Upcoming Events Fri, Feb 06 Oil Kings Faith and Fun Night / Edmonton Learn more Feb 06, 2026, 6:30 p.m. Edmonton, 10220 104 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 0H6, Canada On February 6th, 2026, all Bethel families are invited to join us for an exciting night at Rogers Place as the Edmonton Oil Kings take on the Moose Jaw Warriors. Multiple Dates Sat, Feb 07 GEMS | Collective Kitchen Fundraiser (1) / Bethel Community Church RSVP Feb 07, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Bethel Community Church, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada Join us for a freezer meal prep session! Pick a day, sign up, and come on out to make your meals. Support Bethel GEMS and let’s take the stress out of the supper rush! Multiple Dates Wed, Feb 11 Oasis / Bethel Community Church Learn more Feb 11, 2026, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Bethel Community Church, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada We will begin our book/video series on September 17th. This year our fall book study is "When Strivings Cease" by Ruth Chou Simons. Books will be available for $20, while supplies last. Multiple Dates Sun, Feb 15 Alpha / Bethel Community Church RSVP Feb 15, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Bethel Community Church, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada Alpha provides a space to ask all your questions about life, faith, and meaning in a friendly environment with people who, like you, want to explore. Sun, Feb 15 Young Adults Gathering / At the Harpers RSVP Feb 15, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. At the Harpers, Edmonton, AB, Canada Join us each month for Bethel Young Adults Gathering. This month will be hosted at Harpers at 7 pm on February 15. We will spend time connecting and praying with one another. Snacks provided. *Email Pastor Cris for details (cris@discoverbethel.com). Wed, Feb 18 Ash Wednesday: Prayer and Worship / Bethel Community Church Learn more Feb 18, 2026, 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Bethel Community Church, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada We are hosting an evening prayer and worship service at 6:30 pm in the sanctuary. Ash Wednesday is our initiation into the journey of Lent which leads us to the celebration of Easter. Pray and prepare with us, reflecting on how dust reminds us of our need for God. Multiple Dates Fri, Feb 20 Youth Night / Edmonton Learn more Feb 20, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Edmonton, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada Friday 7pm-9pm Students in grades 7–12 are invited for a fun night of games, Bible study, and community. Come hang out, grow in your faith, and connect with friends! Sat, Feb 21 Men's Breakfast February 21, 2026 / Bethel Community Church | Lower Level RSVP Feb 21, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Bethel Community Church | Lower Level, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada We invite men of all ages to join us for food and fellowship. We would love to see you there! Sun, Feb 22 The Family Table / Edmonton Learn more Feb 22, 2026, 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Edmonton, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada Feeding On God's Word: Exploring Scripture Together Fri, Mar 20 Youth Extended Night / Edmonton Learn more Mar 20, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Edmonton, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada Friday 7pm-10pm Students in grades 7–12 are invited for a fun night of games, Bible study, and community. Come hang out, grow in your faith, and connect with friends! Sat, Mar 21 Men's Breakfast March 21, 2026 / Bethel Community Church | Lower Level RSVP Mar 21, 2026, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Bethel Community Church | Lower Level, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada We invite men of all ages to join us for food and fellowship. We would love to see you there! Fri, Mar 27 Youth Night / Edmonton Learn more Mar 27, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Edmonton, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada Friday 7pm-9pm Students in grades 7–12 are invited for a fun night of games, Bible study, and community. Come hang out, grow in your faith, and connect with friends! Sun, Mar 29 Young Adults Gathering / Location is TBD RSVP Mar 29, 2026, 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Location is TBD Join us each month for Bethel Young Adults Gathering. This month will be get together on March 29. We will spend time connecting and praying with one another. Snacks provided. Location will be confirmed closer to the day. *Email Pastor Cris for details (cris@discoverbethel.com). Multiple Dates Sun, Apr 12 Youth and Pancakes / Edmonton Learn more Apr 12, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Edmonton, 14204 25 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 1G5, Canada Come eat pancakes with us during the service! For grades 7-12.

Lent 2026 | When the Word of the Lord Came < Back Resources for Lent: Fasting | Reflect on our Lenten Fasting Guide. Consider how the practice of fasting can help you pursue closeness with Jesus this upcoming season Lenten Fasting Guide .pdf Download PDF • 114KB Going Deeper | Read along with us through a weekly Lenten Devotional. We will also have some physical copies available in the back of the Sanctuary Lent Devotional (CT 2026) .pdf Download PDF • 17.41MB