Bethany United Methodist Church in Colyer

05/28/2021

Important information as we head into this weekend of remembrance.

05/15/2021

Pass it on!

04/11/2021

Pastor Theresa does a magic trick! Well, not really, but it's almost magic! And seeing is believing! Get this week's printable activity pages at http://pennsvalleyparish.info/april-11-2021-worship/

04/09/2021

You may not remember the NASA Apollo 13 mission. Perhaps you watched the movie or heard the story. Faith was required when an oxygen tank was damaged, and the mission was scrubbed. The three astronauts had to rely on the lunar module that was supposed to take them to the moon to get them back to Earth. The module was designed to support two men for two days. They needed it to support three men for four days. As the men prepared for re-entry to the Earth’s atmosphere, Jim Lovell tells his fellow crew members, “Gentlemen, it has been a privilege flying with you.” At that point, their future was completely 100% out of their personal, individual control. And they made it!

“Jesus invites his followers…to give up the illusion that we have control over what happens to us and then entrust our life to the only one who is actually stronger than the storms we face.” – Randy Frazee

Sunday’s message is “Emptied”. We are never in control. It is just an illusion.

This week's order of worship and more found here: http://pennsvalleyparish.info/april-11-2021-worship/

04/09/2021

Pastor Theresa does a magic trick! Well, not really, but it's almost magic! And seeing is believing! Get this week's printable activity pages at http://pennsvalleyparish.info/april-11-2021-worship/

04/09/2021

You may not remember the NASA Apollo 13 mission. Perhaps you watched the movie or heard the story. Faith was required when an oxygen tank was damaged, and the mission was scrubbed. The three astronauts had to rely on the lunar module that was supposed to take them to the moon to get them back to Earth. The module was designed to support two men for two days. They needed it to support three men for four days. As the men prepared for re-entry to the Earth’s atmosphere, Jim Lovell tells his fellow crew members, “Gentlemen, it has been a privilege flying with you.” At that point, their future was completely 100% out of their personal, individual control. And they made it!

“Jesus invites his followers…to give up the illusion that we have control over what happens to us and then entrust our life to the only one who is actually stronger than the storms we face.” – Randy Frazee

Sunday’s message is “Emptied”. We are never in control. It is just an illusion. Check out this week's announcements and more at http://pennsvalleyparish.info/april-11-2021-worship/

03/09/2021

You are invited to join us for Holy Week services! It's time to gather together to seek the Lord's blessing and celebrate the Risen Christ! ⛪️

Join Us for Holy Week Services! March 9, 2021 by Theresa Heiser Holy Week Offerings: March 28 is Palm Sunday – Come as you are to receive a palm cross! 8:30am at Trinity UMC, Woodward, 9:45am at St. James UMC, Coburn and 11am at Sprucetown UMC, Potters Mills. Worship is always offered online and b...

12/24/2020

Merry Christmas Eve!

Our Christmas Eve Service is available anytime online. You'll find the Order of Worship (Bulletin), children's printable activities and announcements along with the video link here: http://pennsvalleyparish.info/christmas-eve-service/
Direct link to the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7QEEzxI90Rw

Because so many of us are keeping our celebrations small this year, I've arranged a Zoom get together for anyone who would like to join tonight starting at 7pm! This is a just for fun get together for fellowship, Pastor Pictionary - guess what hymn the pastor is drawing, and more.

Starting at 7pm you will be able to access the fellowship gathering by clicking this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88217915057?pwd=eTlJVG8yNkcwdnlSNjRTOVZBc2JxUT09

I know this is the most unique Christmas in my lifetime. May the celebration of Jesus' birth, God piercing the dark world by meeting us in the messes of life as the Word made flesh, be the most meaningful and memorable of your lifetime. Brian and I wish you and your family a blessed Christmas and New Year! Thank you for all of your kindness and prayers during this season! I am looking forward to taking time away Dec. 27-Jan. 2. Remember that Sunday's service (Dec. 27th) will be pre-recorded and available online. Rev. Debra Dailey will be available during my vacation for urgent pastoral care at 1-570-541-9074.

With hands to the plow,

Pastor Theresa

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12/18/2020

Want a different reason to check your phone? We have a LOT of online devotionals you can choose from! Start when you like, go at your own pace. Share your thoughts, read others. Check it out! http://pennsvalleyparish.info/category/online-devotionals/ Currently doing The Hope of Christmas. Recently completed The Weary World Rejoices. All are available anytime. 😁

Devotional: The Hope of Christmas December 13, 2020 by Theresa Heiser ABOUT THE DEVOTIONAL For too many people, Christmas has become a long to-do list that leaves them weary and wishing for Dec. 26. In this series of messages, Pastor Rick Warren wants to help you remember the reason you celebrate Ch...