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Faith Formation News and Events

Nursery Attendants needed

Do you love young children? Wish you could spend more time with them? Bethany is currently hiring Nursery Attendants for Sunday mornings. If you'd like more information, please contact Deacon Debra Alba at debra@bethany-denver.org.

High School Bowling & Pizza

Current high school students are invited to join us for a free evening of bowling and pizza at Main Event Highlands Ranch on Sunday, September 27, from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. Meet us directly at Main Event, located at 64 Centennial Blvd in Highlands Ranch. Please register here or through the Bethany app to help us get an accurate head count.


If you forget to register, you are still welcome to attend! Bring a friend and join the fun!


Questions? Contact Addison at addison@bethany-denver.org.

Sunday Adult Education

Sunday, Sept 27:

9:45 in Room 210 - A Theology of Money, led by Pastor Mark Brewer

11:35 in the Chapel- Necessary Forgiveness, led by Pastor Werner


No prior Bible study experience necessary. All are invited to join in. We will have Bible Study at 9:45 and at 11:35 for the next several weeks.

Middle School Coyote Retreat

Friday, Oct 2 – Sunday, Oct 4.


Middle school students are invited to Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp for a fall confirmation retreat centered on exploring the theme "Who am I, and how can I be a reformer or transformer?" through worship, small group conversations, and fun mountain camp activities! We will meet at Bethany on Friday, Oct 2 at 4:00pm and return around 3:30pm on Sunday, Oct 4. Cost: $135 per student (covers transportation, lodging, camp meals, and activities). Please send money with your student for fast-food stops (McDonald's or Raising Cane's) in Loveland for dinner on Friday and lunch on Sunday. Registration: Sign up directly through the Sky Ranch website at https://cwngui.campwise.com/Apps/OnlineReg/Pages/Login.html.


Questions? Contact Addison at addison@bethany-denver.org.

2027 Mission Trip

Students currently in grades 8–12 during the 2026–2027 school year, along with their parents, are invited to join us after the second service in on October 11 in Room 412 to learn about our summer 2027 trip! We will share where we are going, what we will be doing, the cost of the trip, and available fundraising opportunities. The meeting will run from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.


We hope to see you there! Questions? Contact Addison at addison@bethany-denver.org.

Outreach News and Events

Election Security Educational Event

Voting Security and Election Processes: Curious how your vote will be processed and secured in the upcoming Nov. 3 election? Meet Sun., Sep. 27, 11:35 in room 210 to learn about voting security from Denver Clerk & Recorder Paul D. López. Tuesday, Oct. 6, 4-5 pm, tour the Denver Elections Division (100 W. 14th St.) where we will see the processes used to record a vote. Please sign-up for the tour so we know how many people to expect.

Contact Deacon Debra Alba if you have any questions at:  debra@bethany-denver.org

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) at Bethany

We are looking to build a team of people who are interested in serving our neighbors. Our hope is to offer a weekly Wednesday evening Adult ESOL and American culture class. We are looking for English conversation partners, classroom support and ESOL teachers. All training will be provided. Knowledge of a second language is NOT required!


If you would like to learn more, please contact Beckie Jones at beint@comcast.net.

Habitat for Humanity Metro Denver/Holy Hammers

Volunteers Needed on following dates:

Saturday, September 26, 7:50am – 3:30pm | Griffith Station Homes, New Construction Site | 4 of 5 volunteer spots available


Register to volunteer here: https://vhub.at/HolyHammers. Must register online at least two weeks in advance for the construction site days and one week in advance for the ReStore day, and volunteers must be 16+. Contact Kevin Dempsey for questions at kmdmpsy@aol.com.

Hello Little One Confirmation Project

Hi, I’m Liz, a 9th-grade confirmation student here at Bethany! For my confirmation project, I’m partnering with Denver Health’s "Hello, Little One" program to give newborns and their families some extra love. Did you know one-third of all Denver babies are born at Denver Health? Let's help them head home feeling safe, cozy, and celebrated! On 9/27, 10/4, and 10/11, look for me in the fellowship hall. I will be collecting new, unused baby essentials. Our Wish List: onesies &socks; cozy baby blankets; sweet infant hats; soft hooded towels. (Note: The hospital has plenty of diapers and wipes, so please skip those!)I will pack up your generous gifts the week of October 12 for delivery. Thank you so much for helping me support these sweet new neighbors!

Ronald McDonald House Confirmation Service Project

Hello! I need your help! My name is Hope Jones and I am a ninth grade Confirmation student here at Bethany. I am collecting donations for the Ronald McDonald House Charities in Denver and Aurora for my Confirmation service project. My goal is to collect as many "wish list" items as possible for their housing facilities. They need kitchen items, laundry items, pantry staples and much more. The complete wish list can be viewed on their website. https://rmhc-denver.org/wishlist/


On Sunday, September 27th and Sunday, October 4th, from 9-11:30 a.m., I will be in the fellowship hall accepting donations. If you’re short on time, I can also accept monetary donations and will do the shopping for you. I will be delivering donation items to the Aurora facility the week of October 12th. Thank you for your support!

Family Promise Volunteer Opportunity

Family Promise is an organization that provides housing to homeless families in the Denver Metro area. Christ the Savior Lutheran Church in Aurora is again hosting Family Promise families the week of October 4th-11th.


We need volunteers to host overnight, provide dinner the night of October 4th, provide transportation to and from the church, and to help with moving beds from Christ the Savior to the next host church.


For more information, please contact Jean Scott at 303-756-2106.

Project Angel Heart Volunteer Opportunity

The Outreach Team is organizing a group to deliver meals on a Saturday for Project Angel Heart (PAH), one of Bethany’s long time ministry partners. PAH is a Denver-based non-profit that prepares and delivers medically tailored meals at no cost to Coloradans living with severe illnesses. Several members of Bethany have been the recipients of this service.


We will be delivering meals on October 24th but please sign up by October 13th as a background check is required. A tour of the PAH facility at 4950 Washington Street in Denver will precede the meal delivery. We will meet there at 12:15 and deliver meals from 1-3 pm. Use the Sign Up schedule to add your name to the group. It is recommended that two people sign up for each car.


For any questions, please contact Jean Scott at 303-756-2106.

Integrated Family Community Services (IFCS) Fresh Thanks

Saturday, November 21st: 8 volunteers from Bethany are needed to help with IFCS' annual Fresh Thanks grocery distribution on November 21, 2026, at Arapahoe Community College during the 8:15 AM to 10:15 AM shift.


Grocery boxes assembled and distributed at this event will benefit in-need families in our community as we move into the holiday season. Shift tasks include: box taping, grocery box assembly, box stacking, and trash pickup. Volunteers will be asked their lifting ability/preferences before being assigned a specific task. The minimum age for volunteers is 10, and each volunteer 15 and younger is requested to have a dedicated adult.


Please register to volunteer by October 21st here.


Please contact Kevin Dempsey at 303-810-5563 or kmdmpsy@aol.com with questions or for more information.

Help Bethany Extend Its Global Mission

Global Mission has supported ministries around the world, including **Dar al-Kalima in Bethlehem, scholarships and educational programs in Kenya, and Young Adults in Global Mission**, among others. These partnerships allow Bethany to put our faith into action by supporting education, opportunity, Christian witness, and hope in communities far beyond our own.


**Do you know of an international ministry doing meaningful work?** We invite members of the Bethany community to identify and champion organizations whose mission reflects our Christian commitment to serving our neighbors throughout the world. Letters of proposal for the upcoming grant cycle are **due November 17, 2026**. Please see the linked **Global Mission Grant Application Guidelines** for information about submitting a proposal.


**Because available funds are limited, not all proposals can be supported. Each request will be thoughtfully reviewed by the Global Mission Ministry Team in light of Bethany’s mission and funding priorities.** Together, we can continue extending Bethany’s generosity and Christ’s love across borders and around the world.

Vitalant Blood Drive

On January 31, 2027, Bethany will be hosting another Vitalant Blood Donation Drive from 9-1 in the Great Hall. Come and participate to help our community's health!

Support Your Grief Group

Bethany will be offering an 8-week grief support group based on the book, “Understanding Your Grief” by Dr. Alan Wolfelt co-facilitated by Janet Mortinsen, Director of Pastoral Care, and Susan Junge, Stephen Minister and congregational member.


The group will meet in the library on Sundays 10/18 – 11/22 and 12/6 – 12/13 from 11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.


To register for this class or for more information, please contact Janet Mortinsen at janet@bethany-denver.org or call 303-300-3317.

Bethany Outdoor Adventures Hike

Please join us for a morning hike and lunch enjoying the beauty of nature, fresh air and fellowship!


Date: Saturday, Oct. 17th

Location: Alderfer/Three Sisters Jeffco Open Space Park, West Trailhead, 31537 Buffalo Park Road, Evergreen, CO 80439

Hikes: Choose from 3 options of difficulty, moderate hikes leaving at 9am., and an easy hike leaving at 10:30am.


Hikers can meet at Bethany at 7:45 am to carpool if desired. We hope to see you there! All ages welcome. Find details here.

The Fourth Chapter

Do you enjoy reading? Are you interested in sharing your ideas about a book and perhaps making a new friend? The Fourth chapter is one of Bethany’s book clubs. The group meets the 4th Tuesday of the month at 1:00 PM in the library for a discussion of the current book. There are a variety of genres and books chosen to be read. We will resume meeting monthly on September 22 to discuss Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray. For more information, please contact Judi Burchfield at judburch60@gmail.com.

XYZ Senior Ministries

Are you looking for a place to make new connections with people at Bethany? Experience a smaller more intimate chapel worship service? Learn from new speakers, be entertained and enjoy lunch with others? I hope you will give XYZ Senior Ministries a try. The group meets on Tuesday mornings starting at 10 am in the Fellowship Hall. There is an opportunity for conversation, puzzles, games or scheduled speakers. Most Tuesdays there is chapel at 11:30 am with lunch following at 12:00. For questions, please contact Janet Mortinsen (janet@bethany-denver.org).

Worship News and Events

Pet Blessing Sunday

Pet Blessing Sunday is the perfect Sunday to invite a friend (and their pet) to worship!


Sunday, Oct 4 the 10:00am service will be our annual blessing of the animal worship service! Bring your furry family members for a special blessing from a member of the pastoral team.

Other News and Events

Minding Your Balance classes

Minding Your Balance Good balance is necessary for daily activities which is essential to maintaining independence. Losing balance and fear of falling are two commonly voiced concerns. There are steps you can take to improve and maintain balance. Susan Chandler, from Denver Ki-Aikido, will be returning to offer a 5 week “Minding Your Balance” series at Bethany this fall. The classes will be held on Tuesdays beginning September 29 through October 27 from 1:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. in room 412. The cost for this series is $75. Susan utilizes an approach that looks at the relationship of mind and emotion and their influence on balance. Space is limited so please sign up.  For questions, please contact Janet Mortinsen.

Here We Stand: The Story of the Reformation through the Kessler Collection

SAVE THE DATE. This event at Bethany on November 21st will include an exhibit featuring rare artifacts from Candler School of Theology's Kessler Collection in the Fellowship Hall and a lecture on Reformation history by Dr. Bo Adams from Candler School of Theology in the Sanctuary. The Kessler Collection is the largest collection of Reformation artifacts outside of Germany, and we are privileged to have a few items traveling to Denver to be displayed at Bethany!

Paid Childcare Workers Needed!

The MomCo at Bethany Lutheran Church is looking for a few caring, dependable people to join our KidsCo childcare team for the 2026–2027 year! KidsCo provides childcare for children ages 0–10 while moms attend our meetings. We meet two Wednesday mornings per month from 9:00–11:45 a.m.


✨ $20/hour ✨

✨Only two mornings per month ✨


Great for college students, retired teachers, former nannies, or anyone who loves working with little ones!


Please contact The MomCo at Bethany Lutheran at momcobethany@gmail.com.

Concerts, Recitals, Weekly Rehearsals, and More.

Bethany Arts and Events is home to many wonderful local performance groups, as well as clients for weekly and monthly rehearsals, and a variety of other events.


Bethany Lutheran Church has had a long relationship with many of our clients, including the Denver Brass, Cherry Creek Chorale, Denver Young Artist Orchestra, and Canto Deo, to name a few.   Visit www.bethany-arts.org for more details.