This Week At Bethel

June 14, 2026

This Sunday

Church Family News

This Sunday

This Sunday, we continue our sermon series through 1 Corinthians, The Mind of Christ. In a culture obsessed with status, intellect, and personal preference, Paul calls the church back to a radically different way of thinking—the mind of Christ. In Christ, God leads us towards an upside-down calling, where we find weakness in strength and wisdom in what the world considers foolish.

The message this Sunday will focus on 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, “The Upside-Down Calling.”

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Our Sunday Offerings:

BETHEL MINISTRIES AND MISSION: The ministries and programs of Bethel
REHOBOTH: REHOBOTH offers services to developmentally disabled adults and children. Rehoboth demonstrate God's love and grace to people who have been denied full participation in the mainstream of life because of their mental or physical disabilities by providing residential, vocational, supported independent living and respite care for clients and their families. For more information→ rcmflourish.ca – Rachel Beveridge: Resonate Global Misisons.

COLLECTIONS IN JUNE

JUNE 7 Rachel Beveridge – Resonate Global Mission

JUNE 14 Rehoboth

JUNE 21 Pakitinâsowin Fund

JUNE 28 Ministry Shares

Church Family News & Prayer Requests:

Please remember Callie (niece to Becky and Michael), JANNY B, SCOTT B, CALVIN B, MARIJKE C, EVANS K, KATHY M, JENNY P, and ELEANOR P as you pray for our church community.

Announcements:

BETHEL STAFF UPDATE: Over the past 4 years, we have been blessed to have Hilda Buisman work with us as our
administrator. This position of leadership is incredibly valuable for supporting our administrative staff and coordinating
responsibilities among numerous committees at Bethel. Hilda shared with us earlier this year that she would like to step
down from the role. After some consideration, we began discerning with Tara Kilkenny, one of our Administrative
Assistants, if Tara would be willing to assume the role of Administrator following Hilda’s transition. We’re excited to
announce that Tara Kilkenny has accepted this role. Over the next few months, Hilda, Tara and other committees will
work together to assist in the transition.
This week, we share about this transition as we would like to express our appreciation of Hilda for her service and
leadership during the Sunday service on June 7. Please also welcome Tara to this new role, as she adjusts to a new set of
responsibilities on our staff team.

BETHEL SUMMER INTERNS: We’re excited to have two summer ministry interns starting this upcoming week. We will officially introduce our summer interns next week.

COUNCIL NOMINATIONS: The nomination process for new Elders and Deacons has been completed. We have three nominees to present to Bethel. This year, we will have open council member positions for Shepherding Elders and Deacons. That said, we are very grateful for the willingness of these nominees to serve and lead at Bethel.

Our nominees are the following:

For Governing Elder: Kevin Verveda

For Shepherding Elder: Fred Tomek

For Deacon: Edos Erimona

We will have an affirmation vote for these nominees at the Congregational Meeting on Sunday, June 14. To vote, you must be a professing member of Bethel Community Church.

Note: If, for some reason, you are unable to endorse one or more of the candidates, we encourage you to contact Ed Dening, Governing Elder and Chair of Council (Governingelders@discoverbethel.com).

CONGREGATION MEETING: We are planning to meet as a congregation after the service on June 14. We will offer extended children’s ministry on that morning, including a space for Bethel Youth. The agenda and related documents will be sent out two weeks prior to the meeting. The agenda and related documents were sent by email on Friday.

PLAN TO PROTECT: We are excited to announce that we will again be offering safe church training! This training is for anyone who is volunteering or working with children, youth, or vulnerable adults. The next session is Wednesday, June 17 (6:30-9:00 pm). This is for both those who need to have a refresher (training and for those who have never attended; to keep our records up to date, volunteers must attend one training session per year to keep our records up to date, volunteers must attend one training session per year. Please sign up to attend one of the sessions here.

GRAD ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: We joyfully celebrate the accomplishments of our graduates this year. Through dedication, perseverance, and God's guidance, they have reached an important milestone. Please join us in congratulating our graduates and keeping them in your prayers as they pursue the opportunities and callings ahead. We are proud of you and look forward to all that God has in store for your future!

MEN’S BREAKFAST: Our next gathering will be June 20. Please register here.

BANNERMAN BACKPACK DRIVE: We will be continuing our tradition of providing school supplies and backpacks for the Bannerman community, but there will be a few changes this year. More details about how you can contribute to this cause will be available in the coming weeks.

DRUMMER NEEDED: Would you like to be part of our worship team? We are currently looking for a drummer to serve once a month during our Sunday morning service. Your time commitment would be to attend Thursday practice from 7:00–9:00 p.m. prior to the Sunday morning service. If you’re interested in dropping in for a practice or would like more information, please contact lisa@discoverbethel.com.We have so much fun at practice, and we’d love to have you join us.

BETHEL KIDS: Do you want to be part of our Greeting Team? If so, you or a parent can send a message to Pastor Cathy at cathy@discoverbethel.com! We’ll pair you up with an adult so you can help welcome people at the door.

GRASS CUTTING: One of our Bethel neighbours is looking for someone who would be willing to help mow her lawn this season. If you or someone you know might be available to assist, please contact the church office and we can put you in contact with her.

COMMUNITY CANADA DAY CELEBRATION: Join us July 1 from 12:00–3:00 PM, in the Bethel parking lot for a fun afternoon of food, fellowship, and family-friendly activities! Check the bulletin board across from the mailboxes for donation opportunities for the celebration. For details about the event and to sign up to help click here. We hope you'll celebrate with us!. We hope you'll celebrate with us!

Bethel Youth:

Stay tuned for youth activities throughout the summer.

Community News:

FULL-TIME DIRECTOR/PASTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRIES: Trinity Christian Reformed is seeking a Christ-centered, relational, and theologically grounded Youth Director/Pastor to lead and disciple students from Grade 6 to young adulthood. This role focuses on nurturing a vibrant, growing faith in our youth, integrating them into the life of the broader church, and equipping them to follow Jesus in every area of life. View the job description here.

LOOKING FOR A ROOMMATE: A Christian woman in our neighbourhood is looking to share her home with another Christian woman. She is looking for a fairly active roommate 55+ to share household responsibilities. She has been widowed, and lives in a bungalow in Clareview and would love to have interaction with someone who might fit this description. She would be glad to share her experience with a person who might like to investigate this possibility. Please contact the deacons or the church office if you or someone you know are interested.

EAGLES SUMMER CAMPS AT THE KING’S UNIVERSITY: Eagles Camps at King's are about exploring, creating, and developing new skills while learning from amazing mentors in a fun, encouraging, faith-based environment. Look forward to meeting new friends and making new memories! Register for one of our three or four-day sport camps or our five-day art, drama (NEW!) and science camps today. Find more information at kingsu.ca/camps.

REHOBOTH CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES SUMMER CAMP – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Rehoboth Christian Ministries is seeking volunteers for this summer’s camp program! We have an urgent need for helpers in a variety of roles, including night watch, nurses, cooks, tech support, and especially counsellors.
⚠️ R&R Week is especially urgent and may be cancelled if volunteers are not found.
For a full breakdown of weekly needs and to sign up, please visit:
https://rcmflourish.ca/camp/volunteers/
Your time and gifts can make a lasting difference in the lives of campers—thank you for considering serving!

EMMANUEL SENIORS LIVING SOCIETY: It is a very busy season for us, and we are excited to invite you to participate in every step! We are currently in the middle of our ESLS membership drive. Whether you have been a member for years or would like to consider becoming one to support an organization that has been providing Christian living for seniors in our community for over 50 years, we look forward to hearing from you!

MISSION THRIFT STORE EDMONTON: is looking for two people to assist with creating blurbs on Facebook, Instagram and Tictoc on a regular basis. The store is not very well known in our community and we would like to increase our profile.

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50th HIGH SCHOOL REUNION: The 1976 graduating class from Edmonton Christian High School is having an afternoon 50th High School Reunion at Trinity Christian Reformed Church on July 4th from 1- 5 pm.

It will be coffee/tea and snacks with lots of shared conversation, laughs and maybe a few tears. We hope to reach as many people as possible in this short window of time so if you know anyone that graduated that year, please access the Facebook event poster Edmonton Christian HS 76 Reunion.

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