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We are so excited to offer another year of Wednesday Night programming for the community.  Join in Wednesdays this fall; there is something for everyone!  Click here to learn more and see the full schedule.

Living Faith For a group of 12-20 that can commit to the program year. Explore seven practices of discipleship. Each practice will take 3 weeks as we Learn/Experience/Share together. Sign up by Monday, September 22



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Global Mission has awarded funds to eight international partners and hopes to do even more this year as we share God’s generosity. If you know an international church, program, or project to recommend, including efforts like the Youth in Global Mission initiative, we’re accepting letters of introduction now. Please respond by October 31, 2025. Contact Deacon Debra or David Gies for details. And consider joining our team—we need you!

This fall, join Metro Caring to nourish what matters most: a community where everyone has a plate full of nutritious food, a safe home to live and grow, and a place to belong. You are invited to their annual dinner and fundraiser, where you will savor a culinary tour of diverse foods and refreshments from around our community, recognize change-making leaders, and honor powerful stories that celebrate what truly matters most. Friday, September 19, 2025 6:00 - 9:30 P.M. Mile High Station 2027 W Colfax Avenue, Denver, CO 80204

Buy Tickets Here: https://give.metrocaring.org/event/cornucopia-2025/e693034?c_src=website Contact Kevin Dempsey at kmdmpsy@aol.com for more information or if you are interested in being part of a Bethany table at the event.

Thank you Bethany members for your commitment to fighting hunger during our summer food drive for the Integrated Family Community Services (IFCS) free food market! Over 14 Sundays, we collected 460 boxes of cereal, 389 jars of peanut butter, 199 jars of jelly, and 87 boxes of crackers (almost a ton of food!). In addition, we received almost $1,000 in cash contributions, including a $250 Thrivent grant. 

We heard from IFCS that the impact of these donations is powerful and immediate. “You’re not just providing meals, you’re offering relief, hope, and a path forward.”  Click Here to read the letter of thanks from IFCS

Although our food drive has ended, food insecurity continues. The church and Outreach Committee will have more opportunities during the next several months to address this challenge. It takes all of us to help end hunger in our community - let’s continue to respond with generosity and action!

To read a special blog post about Bethany's ongoing impact at IFCS click here.

When: Saturday, October 4, 2025

Where: Staunton State Park

Meet at 7:45 am at Bethany to carpool or at 8:45am at Staunton State Park.

Bethany Hospitality ministry invites members and guests of all ages and abilities to join in an adventure into the mountains for walking, hiking, picnicking, and fellowship.

You will be able to choose between 3 beautiful guided hikes: Level 1: Davis Ponds Loop Trail - 2.2 mi, 193 ft elevation gain gentle walk Level 2: Red Wall via Staunton Ranch Trail - 5.0 mi, 971 ft elevation gain moderate hike Level 3: Elk Falls via Scout Line, Chimney Rock, and Bugling Elk Loop - 8.3 mi, 1568 ft elevation gain challenging hike.

Once registered, Lizza Aalto will contact you via e-mail with additional details so you can sign up for the specific hike you prefer to take and to find out whether you wish to carpool from Bethany Lutheran Church or meet us at Staunton State Park. 

Register Here

 Join Bethany's Social Justice team on Sunday, September 7th, from 11:20-12:30 pm in Room 210 to discuss the book, The Asylum Seekers by Catherine Rathbone. Catherine is an Episcopal priest and former journalist. She was the keynote speaker at the Rocky Mountain Synod’s Immigration Summit this past spring in Albuquerque. For more information please contact Deacon Debra at debra@bethany-denver.org 

Again this year, the Bethany Foundation is awarding grants to charitable Christian organizations, as well as those “who are doing the work of Christ”. In 2024, $49,550 was distributed to thirteen organizations. There is no minimum or maximum amount of program and/or project money that is to be awarded to any given organization; however, the Foundation does not fund Capital Campaigns. If you are an advocate for a non-profit organization that could be served by a grant from the Foundation, please encourage your non-profit to apply for funds. Grant applications must be received by September 15 and are then awarded in November. The Bethany Grant Request form can be found on the Bethany Lutheran Church Website under Resources and then Foundation. If you have questions, please contact Julie Friedemann at Foundation@bethany-denver.org.