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Faith Formation News and Events

Breakfast with the Bible

Please join us for Breakfast with the Bible, a weekly Bible study held every Tuesday at 9:00am in the library. For the summer, Vicky Daub and Clara O’Connell are leading this Bible study as we look at the scripture readings for the upcoming Sunday. All are welcome!

Outdoor Movie Night

 Incoming 6th - graduated 12th graders, join us for an outdoor movie night at Bethany on July 9th! We will have s'mores, popcorn, and more, and we plan to watch National Treasure. The night will begin at 7:30 and end at 10. Can't wait to see you there!



Outreach News and Events

Help Bethany Make a Global Impact

Have you seen a mission project making a real difference? Bethany’s Global Mission program invites you to share it! A simple one-page application could connect that group to potential funding. Submit your idea by June 30, 2025.


Questions or want to get involved? Contact:
Debra Uppendaul-Alba (
debra@bethany-denver.org),
Gail Matheson (
glmthelane@gmail.com),
Arlis Adolf (
arlis.adolf@gmail.com),
Jan Detweiler (
detwe@q.com),
Arnie Voigt (
arnievoigt@msn.com),
or David Gies (
davidgies100@gmail.com).


Not ready to submit? Join the Global Mission Ministry Team and help us respond to the world through generosity and action. New members welcome!

Volunteers Needed for IFCS Fresh Market

Bethany’s team at IFCS Fresh Market needs more adult volunteers! We serve on the first Wednesday of each month, 8:00–11:30 AM, helping guide clients as they shop and restocking shelves as needed. We aim to send 5–6 volunteers monthly, and having a few extras helps cover vacations and last-minute conflicts.

Location: IFCS, 3370 S. Irving St, Englewood, 80110
To volunteer or learn more, contact Kevin Dempsey at kmdmpsy@aol.com or 303-699-1629.

IFCS Summer Food Drive

One last Sunday to bring cereal is June 29! In July we will be collecting peanut butter and jelly.

 

Bethany is gathering food donations during the summer months for our partner, Integrated Family Community Services (IFCS). IFCS offers a free food market, and other resources, to help provide essential support to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.


We have one last Sunday in June for collecting cereal (any kind!). Please bring your cereal to the Fellowship Hall on Sunday morning. If you'd prefer to make a cash donation, these can be made using the Give button on Bethany's website.

 

We have collected 220 boxes of cereal during the first four Sundays of June. In a time of funding reductions in critical support programs, in addition to general price increases, IFCS has let us know that having a steady supply of these items to help fill their shelves each week is very helpful. Let’s continue to help them be a reliable source of hope and vital assistance.

Lutheran Family Services Events

FOOORRREEEEE! 2025 Tee Off for Hope!

LFSRM’s Golf Tournament is just around the corner! Monday, July 28th at Hiwan Golf Course in Evergreen at 8am. Please join us at this fun event to help provide an open door to the families we serve by meeting our goal of $50,000. From adoption and foster care, refugees and asylees, and older adults, we help families cross the threshold to a new life, a stable future, and compassionate care for seniors. Visit https://give.lfsrm.org/event/2025-tee-off-for-hope/e618574 to purchase your tickets! See you on the green!


Fostering Children Takes a Village

LFSRM’s foster families need support to help them provide a nurturing environment for the children they care for. As a foster parent, you never know what age of child you are getting, so parents need to be able to quickly pivot and provide the right things for lots of different age groups. Our foster care staff have gathered a wish list of item foster parents would LOVE for the children in their care. Please use the link to purchase needed items that will go directly to foster parents! https://a.co/2ybn6nD

Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver/Holy Hammers

Upcoming Habitat for Humanity of Metro Denver/Holy Hammers Volunteer Dates Here are the latest on Holy Hammers’ volunteer dates. Please visit the Holy Hammers Volunteer Hub to register: https://vhub.at/HolyHammers. No prior construction experience necessary.


Saturday, June 28th, 7 slots available at the new construction site, Augustana Homes (5088 E Dakota Ave, Denver, CO, 80246) from 7:50 AM to 3:30 PM. Volunteers must be 16+.


Saturday, July 19th, 7 slots available at the new Production Shop (430 S Navajo St, Denver, CO, 80246) from 9 AM to 4 PM. Volunteers must be 14+.


Saturday, August 9th, 7 slots available at the new construction site, Augustana Homes (5088 E Dakota Ave, Denver, CO, 80246) from 7:50 AM to 3:30 PM. Volunteers must be 16+.


Please contact Kevin Dempsey at kmdmpsy@aol.com with questions or more information.

Holy Hammers Hustle for Habitat – Fun Walk

Saturday, August 2 | 9:00 AM–Noon
Cottonwood Park West, Parker

Walk 5K with family and friends to support Habitat for Humanity through Holy Hammers’ home build at Augustana Lutheran.  Kids under 5 walk free. Special rates for kids, teens, and families.


Register or donate: runsignup.com/Race/CO/Parker/HolyHammersHustleforHumanity

Questions? Contact Kevin Dempsey: kmdmpsy@aol.com.
Come walk for a great cause!


Hospitality News and Events

Women of Bethany July Event

For our July event, Sharon Boell has invited us to her home in SW Denver for a brunch on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at 9:30 am. Sharon will provide the egg casseroles and beverages. Please bring a side dish, fruit, bread, or pastries to share. Please register online by Wednesday, July 9, 2025. We will provide Sharon’s address and directions to those attending. We hope to see many of you, and new faces too! All are welcome to WOB events. 

Register Here!

Pride 5K

Pride 5K, Saturday, June 28 Pastor Gary and Karen invite you to join them in jogging or walking the Pride 5K on the morning of June 28. The casual race meets by Civic Center Park and the State Capitol. Join the Bethany Rainbow Connection team by registering at: www.https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/RaceGroup-1?raceId=132053 Can't be there that day, but want to support our team fund raising? Make a donation at www.https://runsignup.com/Race/132053/Donate/Derms4LC2B99OZjv


Worship News and Events

Summer Worship Schedule

Beginning Sunday, May 25 through August 31 we will move to one worship service on Sunday morning at 9:00am. 


Other News and Events

Summer Office Hours

Summer Office Hours: Bethany's office will be open during the Summer
Monday - Wednesday, 9:00am-4:00pm and Thursday - Friday 9:00am-3:00pm.

Don Westphal

Funeral for Don Westphal, Monday, June 30, 11:30am in the Chapel. This service will not be livestreamed.  Our prayers are with Dodie, her family and friends at this time.

Erika Schafer

Funeral for Erika Schafer, Wednesday, July 3, 2:00pm in the Chapel. There will be a reception following the service. Our prayers are with her family and friends at this time.

Bethany Arts & Events

Sound of the Rockies

An a cappella and barbershop style men's singing ensemble. SOR has made Bethany home for their weekly rehearsals and plans to hold smaller concerts in our Sanctuary in the future.  Enjoy this concert on July 3rd from 7:00-10:00pm

Front Range Chamber Musicians

Front Range is open to all advanced string players. Come join the fun playing the trio, quartet, and quintet works. Piano quintets available as well! New members pay $10 for their first visit, and regulars pay $20 to play. Contact Barbara Seaton, barbara@bethany-denver.org for more details on how to join this group! They come 4 times per year.  These auditions will occur on July 12 from 1:00pm-5:00pm

Cherry Creek Chorale Auditions

On July 28th from 5:00pm-9:00pm, Cherry Creek Chorale will host auditions.  Contact Barbara Seaton, barbara@bethany-denver.org for more details.