A NOTE FROM OUR NEW YOUTH DIRECTOR: Hi there! I’m Camila, the new Youth Director at Bethel Community Church. I’m from Brazil, happily married to Ed, and the proud mom of a sweet 7-year-old girl named Alice. I’ve been an educator for the past 19 years and have had the privilege of serving in various leadership roles throughout my journey. I love spending time with my family and friends and discovering fun, unique coffee spots around town. I also enjoy cooking and playing Uno with Alice. I'm honoured by the opportunity of being part of this community and serving your family. I pray that we keep building this ministry to reflect the heart of Jesus. I can't wait to meet you all!

 

REFUGEE COMMITTEE: The refugee family that Bethel is currently sponsoring has been living with family for the past ten months. They have settled in very well to schools, jobs, English classes and training for new jobs. Now they are excited to be moving to their own apartment. They are still in need of a few items such as an electric kettle, a rice cooker, a dining room table & chairs and some blankets. If you are able to help with any of these items, please contact Carolyn Wallish  or Ann Elzinga. Thank you, Bethel, for your continued generous support.

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​​​BANNERMAN IN ACTION: It’s that time of year again!  Bannerman in Action (BIA) Day will be held on Saturday, May 31st from 11am-1pm at the Bannerman Community League Hall, across the street from the church.  If you’re looking for a way to live out Bethel’s mission of “becoming like Christ and sharing him with others”, this is one way you can do that!  For this year’s BIA, we’ll be distributing flowers to neighborhood residents, there’ll be a free BBQ lunch, and free ice cream.  We’ll also have games for the kids, and a car wash. This is a great opportunity to get to know some of Bethel’s neighbours and invite them to church!  For this special day to be a success, we need YOU.  We need helpers for set-up/clean-up, to donate and serve food, people to run games, hand out flowers, and more.  If you’re willing to help, please email Pastor Cathy at cathy@discoverbethel.com.  Also, make sure to keep an eye out for a sign-up link on Bethel’s website (coming soon).  Volunteering for BIA is a small commitment of time, and a fun way to share the love of Jesus not only with words, but also by action!”

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​CONGREGATIONAL MEETING: Our next Congregational meeting will be on June 1 after the service.  Even though only members can vote, all are welcome to attend. Childcare will be provided.  There will be an opportunity for youth to hang out during the meeting, all grade 6 to 12 students are welcome

COUNCIL NOMINATIONS: The nomination process for new Elders and Deacons has been completed. We are looking to call 3 Governing Elders, and 5 Deacons.

 

Our nominees are the following:
•for Governing Elder: John Lendein, Glen Oosterhof, Curt Rozendaal, Philip Toruno, Kevin Verveda
•for Deacon: Shawn Meidl, Ron Van Der Linden, Rebecca Werkman
•There are no Shepherding Elder nominees at this time

 

We will vote in person at the beginning of the Congregational Meeting on Sunday, June 1, to affirm these nominees. To vote, you must be a professing member of Bethel Community Church. Following the affirmation vote, we will draw lots as needed later in the congregational meeting.
If you have any questions, please contact Ed Dening, Governing Elder and Chair of Council (Governingelders@discoverbethel.com)

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DAY OF PRAYER: We are setting aside June 4, as a day of prayer with three specific times to engage;
     6:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. in person or by Zoom,
   12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. in person or by Zoom

     7:00  p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in person only.

Join us as we pray for personal renewal, wisdom and strength for the tasks ahead, others in need, the Church and the world.  

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PENTECOST SERVICE: Do you speak a different language? We are looking for a few individuals to be part of our Pentecost Service on June 8, 2025. Please message lisa@discoverbethel.com for more information.

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BAPTISM : During the service on Sunday, June 15, we will celebrate with the WOYWTIKA family as MIKE and AMY (EPPINGA) bring their son, BRYCE, for the sacrament of baptism.

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GRADUATES: On June 22 we will be recognizing graduates in grades 6, 9 and 12 in service followed by a pancake party (also during the service in the lower level). All grades 6-12 are welcome.  Please email the office at info@discoverbethel.com if you have a grad to be recognized.

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CANADAY DAY CELEBRATION: Bethel Community Church invites you to celebrate Canada Day with us! Join us July 1, 2025 from 12-3 pm for free food, games, live music, face painting, bouncy castles and more! The party will take place in the Bannerman neighbourhood in the Bethel Community Church parking lot. To host this event, we rely on an amazing team of volunteers. Please join us in making this day great. To sign up, go here. 
If anyone has questions about the event, please let us know by emailing info@discoverbethel.com.

 

WELCOME MINISTRY: Greetings church family! Would you like to play a critical role in the shaping of the environment and culture at Bethel? Do you enjoy interacting with people and making them feel welcome? Then reach out to Pastor Cathy at cathy@discoverbethel.com and ask about becoming a greeter, an usher, welcome desk attendant, or membership desk attendant. Maybe you could even be all four! More people to serve in Bethel’s welcome and hospitality ministries would really help make an already strong foundation even stronger. This is a great way to live out our mission of becoming like Christ and sharing Him with others!

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GUITAR PLAYERS WANTED! Are you interested in worship and play Electric or Acoustic guitar? We are in search of a few more musicians. Please message lisa@discoverbethel.com  for further details.​

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Bethel Youth:​​

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​GRADUATES: On June 22 we will be recognizing graduates in grades 6, 9, & 12 during the first part of the service. Afterwards, all grades 6-12 are welcome to join in the lower level for a pancake party. If you have a student in grades 6, 9 or 12, please email info@discoverbethel.com so we can acknowledge them.

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