We will begin looking at the Book of Ruth. A woman whose loyalty and faith stands as an example of how we should live our lives. All are welcome to join us.
Order your Easter Flowers ! Lilies, Tulips, Hyacinths and Daffodils..
Click image for more info and ordering. Last Day to Order – Sunday, March 22nd!
Thank you for your continued support of the Fairview Park food pantry. The pantry especially needs canned soup, fruit, and vegetables. As always, all donations are needed and greatly appreciated!
Mark your calendars now for the 2026 Fish Fry. Tickets will be advance sale only between worship services. The last day to purchase tickets will be March 22nd!
$15 for a fish dinner, $10 for a non fish dinner, $3 for an extra side.
Join us for Easter Breakfast April 5th between the Sunday Easter Services at 9:45. Please sign up on the bulletin Board if you plan to attend. All are welcome!
We will have an Easter Egg Hunt for the young children.
If you would like to donate an eggbake or bakery, contact Melissa. Sign up on the bulletin Board. We will set up for the Easter Breakfast on Saturday, April 4th at 10:00am.
WOMENS'S GROUP CELEBRATES ST. PATRICK'S DAY Friday, March 13TH!
Join us at PJ McIntyre’s Irish Pub, 17119 Lorain Ave. Signup on the Main Bulletin Board or see Sue Popham to RSVP. We hope to see many of you there!
Remember to set your clocks one hour ahead Saturday for Daylight Savings Time!
Let’s go Bowling at Madison-Square Lanes at 1653 Westwood Ave in Lakewood
on Saturday, February 21st at 2pm..
Lane fee is $10 per person (adult and children) and $3 for shoe rental..
Bethany will host a blood drive for the American Red Cross on Saturday, February 21st, from 9am until 1pm. You must make an appointment to donate. You can sign up at redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive Call or text Carol Hoffman with questions or if you need help signing up. 216-973-1384
Young adult ministry: Cleveland’s “Gather Together” group is now officially part of the nationwide Gather Network. Our current events are a virtual Lenten devotional focused on Luke. See dates/times below. If you’d like to join us for one or more sessions please email emmacsleva@gmail.com (the Zoom link and devotional e-book will then be emailed to you). Dates/times: Thursdays Feb 26 through April 2, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm ET on Zoom.
Join us at 7:00pm for worship, February 18th with the Imposition of Ashes.
Please join us on Sunday February 15th after worship for the Annual Meeting of the congregation. At this important meeting, we will discuss what Bethany English Lutheran accomplished in 2025 and plans for 2026. We will also elect three members to the Church Council. The 2025 Annual Report will be available for pick up in the Welcoming Room before the Annual Meeting.
We are continuing our study of the book of Judges, come see how God doesn’t call the equipped, he equips the called. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
The Church council is very happy to announce that Pastor Diana has accepted the call to serve as Pastor of Bethany English Lutheran Church. She will begin her service on Sunday, March 1st. We will have a luncheon following the service. Please sign up if you are coming to the luncheon.
The Fellowship Committee will be hosting a New year Pancake Breakfast following the 10:00 am service, at 11:00am.
Stay after worship on January 4th to enjoy a pancake breakfast. Contact Renae Delvitto if you would like to help
Bethany Engagement Team is gathering a group together to go to Franciscan Village, sing Christmas Carols, and bring cookies for the seniors!
If you would like to join us, please sign up on the bulletin board!
Come join the Quilters who Meet on Thursday Afternoons at 1:00 PM! No experience necessary!
Take a minute before or after service to check the many baskets donated by members, groups, and committees. Tickets are on sale now, the raffle will take place after worship on Sunday, November 23rd. Contact Audrey Goebl is you would like a list of the baskets.
The Cuyahoga Valley Train ride is sold out for Saturday, October 25th. But that doesn't mean you missed out! Prior to the train ride, we can meet for lunch at 11:15am at Yours Truly.
The Cuyahoga Valley Train ride is sold out for Saturday, October 25th. But that doesn't mean you missed out! Prior to the train ride, we can meet for lunch at 11:15am at Yours Truly Rockside at 8111 Rockside Rd, Valley View, OH 44125. Please sign up on the bulletin board for lunch by Sunday, October 12th. Also, please indicate if you are interested in carpooling. The train departs near the restaurant at 7900 Old Rockside Rd, Independence, OH 44131
Classes are at 9:00am. Sue Chamot, Sarah Todd, and Melissa Todd are teaching. We are excited to continue this new year!
The Epistle of Hebrews !
Join us Wednesday mornings for Bible Study. We will begin by looking at the New Testament book Hebrews. All are welcome and encouraged to join!
All are invited to join us from 10:00am to 11:30am on Wednesday mornings in the Assembly Hall. Come and find out how much fun it can be to study the Bible.
Saturday September 27!
Brought to you by the FELLOWSHIP Committee
All are welcome to join us for an evening Movie night!
Hot dogs and Popcorn will be provided! Bring your own beverage.
A Sign up sheet is on the bulletin Board
We would like to revitalize the Men's Fellowship group. Like the women's group, men could meet to organize events. Prior to Covid, the group went to a hockey game and enjoyed time at Cleveland's Hofbrauhaus downtown. If you are interested, please talk to Jim Morano or Tom Stanton.
Worship begins Annual Church Picnic at 11:00 AM. Held at German/American Center in
Lenau Park 7370 Columbia Rd., Olmsted Falls.
Picnic follows the 11a worship. Anyone interested in helping, please contact Renae.
Bethany will host a blood drive for the American Red Cross on Saturday, August 9th, from 9am until 1pm. You must make an appointment to donate. You can sign up at https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive. Call or text Carol Hoffman with questions or if you need help signing up. 216-973-1384
Fellowship is going to the theater on Saturday, July 26th @ 7:30pm. Sign up on thebulletin board to see Chorus Line at the Beck Center for the Arts at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood.
Tickets are $30 each. We have 29 seats reserved. If you missed the deadline for Chorus Line, but wish to attend, please contact Renae. She may be able get to tickets.
Reminder for those signed up to please submit payment and indicate if you will meet for dinner at Rush Inn at 5:30 prior to the show.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Monday July 7 through Friday July 11 this summer! Click on this event for details from our events page!
We still need adult and teenage volunteers. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Melissa – 216-941-7880 or bethanyenglish@sbcglobal.net
See the Lake Erie Crusher take on the Gateway Grizzlies at Mercy Health Stadium, 2009 Baseball Blvd, Avon OH. Fireworks after the game! We have a limited amount of tickets, so sign up now! Tickets are $12.00.
A Gathering for any Guests and those interested in Membership!
Come and hear more about Bethany English! What brought you here and what do you appreciate about Bethany? What do you hope for in a church home? What questions do you have for us? How can we help you feel at home and have a place here? How can we connect you to ministries and service opportunities? Hear more about becoming a member if you are interested.
Gather Together will meet Wednesday June 11th from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm at the Centering Space (14812 Lake Ave in Lakewood) to host a discussion on prayer, using the book “Praying like Monks, Living Like Fools” by Tyler Staton as a jumping off point for conversation and fellowship. Pizza and beverages will be provided, and potluck sides are welcome! We hope to see you there. Reach out to Mary Washburn to RSVP at mary.washburn@outlook.com / 210-241-8455
On Tuesday, June 10th, the Bethany Engagement Team will be traveling to the Good Knights of Lorain County at 6pm for an evening of building beds for families in need on Tuesday, June 10th , the Bethany Engagement Team will be traveling to the Good Knights of Lorain County at 6pm for an evening of building beds for families in need. Contact Rebekah Ferro with questions.
Geraniums will decorate our Sanctuary on Pentecost, June 8th!
Join us for worship this Sunday and celebrate our Sanctuary dressed in Red!
Save the date! May 18th Spring cluster Meeting of Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America. Cluster meeting to be held at Our Savior Lutheran Church, HInckley Ohio. More details forthcoming!
