March 30 Worship Focus

March 30 Worship Focus – Lent 4

·      Lent Series: Shadows and Light: Windows into Lent

·      Service Theme: Satisfied – Gluttony and Temperance

·      Scripture Isaiah 25:6-8, Matthew 4:1-4

·      Speaker: Kevin Derksen

·      Potluck meal after the service

This year’s Lenten services are shaped by the windows (designed by Bethel member, Alvin Pauls) which surround us in worship. The design of the windows on the north side of the sanctuary reflects the seven deadly sins of the ancient Christian tradition. The seven deadly sins are classically understood as a disorientation of one’s love and the corresponding virtues are seen as the right orientation of love. While we don’t often talk about the deadly sins and virtues these days, the gift of Lent is that it provides us with a window to ponder the entangled nature of our lives -– vices and virtues, shadows and light -- while recognizing our dependence on the transforming love of God.

April 6 Worship Focus – Lent 5

·      Lent Series: Shadows and Light: Windows into Lent

·      Service Theme: Whole – Lust and Chastity

·      Scripture: Song of Solomon 8:6-7, John 8:1-11

·      Speaker: Kathy McCamis

Please join us in-person on Sunday at 10:00 am, or online. To view online, go to the home page on our website, www.bethelmennonite.ca, and click on Bethel Live.

Adult Education

On March 30, there will be no Adult Education time, due to the Potluck Lunch after the service.

On April 6, Caregiving is hosting a session on low vision challenges with aging. Jim Wiens will present what he has learned after years of Ophthalmology practice and will be happy to answer questions.

 Kids Connecting and Youth Connecting

Kids Connecting will meet again on Sunday, April 6, at 11:15 am in the basement.

Youth Connecting will meet again on Sunday, April 6, at 11:15 am in the basement.