Women of the Word (W.O.W.) Bible Study

You are invited to join other women of Bethany in Bible study this summer (starting July 8 and 9).  We will begin to find joy in what really matters by Ann Voskamp “One Thousand Gifts.”

“How do we find joy in midst of deadlines, debt, drama, and daily duties?” bestselling author Ann Voskamp wondered.  Come and bring a friend for this five sessions with video.  Come to know Christ personally.  

Two study times are available in July:

Monday evenings at 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday mornings at 9:30 a.m.
 

Bethany Christian Store

We have a variety of gift items that are guaranteed to please, as well as offer the opportunity to witness our Christian faith to others! Profits from the store are used to fund mission efforts through Bethany Lutheran Church.   Whether you are “gifting” yourself or someone else, you give a blessing through both your gift and your purchase.

Bibles, bible covers, Christian study materials, cards, journals, jewelry, gift items, home décor, and a complete line of “Willowtree” are available. New merchandise arrives regularly, and is offered at bargain prices…..so visit often…..you won’t be disappointed!

Please note that the store will be closed for the Fellowship remodel and will open as soon as construction is done.

Marketplace Mission Grants

The annual Bethany Marketplace is the main fundraiser for Bethany Women in Mission.  Proceeds from Marketplace are used to provide mission outreach grants to Christian based organizations.  Funds from the 2012 Marketplace totaled a little over $11,500.  This year thirteen mission projects have been chosen to receive grants.  A list of grant recipients has been posted at the Bethany Women in Mission table.

LWML Quilting Group
(Friday, May 24 in room 102)

Join the ladies once a month on a Friday from 11AM-1PM to make quilts for the LWML.  No sewing needed.  If you cannot make it but have extra fabric or padding, the ladies can use it.  Drop it off at the WOB table. 

Lutheran World Relief Quilts - Women of Bethany (LWML) have been working hard this past year creating 56 beautiful quilts. Lutherans from around the United States have made quilts that are sent globally, wherever there is need, especially to those who face chronic poverty or refugee situations. 

LSSS Canyon Lake - Bring joy to girls by dropping off jars of pickles, 12 oz. 8 packs of soda, hair conditioner, fun rugs, colored ankle socks, and school supplies near the Chapel. Pick up a list at the WOB table.

South Austin Pregnancy Resource Center - We are collecting new or slightly used items (boy clothes, diapers, wipes, stamps, envelopes, and other items) for the South Austin Pregnancy Resource Center in the Preschool Hall/Children’s Sunday School area.

Mites and Mission Projects - Remembering the power of the "widow's mite," the Women of Bethany gather coins to support mission projects selected by the Texas District LWML. We have a "mite box" for you.

Helping Hands - The Women of Bethany volunteer to help provide meals for women who have newborns or who are sick.

Prayer Shawl Ministry - We have been blessed with many individuals donating their time and talents in making prayer shawls. As a result, we are able to extend this ministry to include, of course our own members but also those outside of the Bethany family, who are experiencing a time of unusual physical or emotional stress, and in need of the solace that only God can provide. These shawls wrap, enfold, comfort and cover people in time of distress. If you wish to share one of these shawls with someone, please contact the church office for a shawl.

Bethany Christian Store - Looking for volunteers to help run it on Sunday mornings.

Ladies Tea - Looking for volunteers to help plan and execute the many tasks needed to be done before the tea.

Women's Retreats - Looking for volunteers to help plan and execute the many tasks needed for the retreat.

Marketplace - Looking for volunteers to help plan and execute the many tasks needed to be done before Marketplace.

Sunshine Circle - Correspond with designated shut-ins through phone calls, cards, notes, visits, and small gifts.