Welcome to Bethel Baptist Church

Come and bring your friends and neighbors, even those from other churches who don't have Sunday evening services and would enjoy lifting up the
name of Jesus in praise and prayer, This will be a wonderful time of remembering and rejoicing in the victory we have because of the death and
resurrection of our Lord Jesus.
Finally, In preparation for Easter, plan to participate in a "pray-at-home" nonstop 72 hour time of prayer from 12 noon on Thursday, April 2, through 12
noon on Easter, April 5. Sign up for one hour prayer slots on the "Prayer
Requests" page of the church website (www.bethelconnect.org), or in the
church foyer. Prayer points will be provided to assist you in praying.
This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us…
(1 John 3:16).
GET CONNECTED
Connecting with a local church is the
best way to grow in God, use your gifts
and develop the spiritual fellowship that
God intends for His children. In fact, the
Bible teaches us that each member has
a special role to play in God’s plan for
his local church.
If you are interested in joining Bethel,
please check box “A” on the welcome
card in the pew pocket in front of you.
You can also express your interest by
coming forward during the reflect and
respond time at the end of our service.
About once a quarter, we have a guest
luncheon where you can meet our
pastors and ask questions about Bethel.
Following the lunch is a membership
class where you can finalize your
decision to join Bethel.
How to become a
follower of Christ:
Bethel Baptist Church March 8, 2015 Worship Folder
Sunday
Pause to Pray for Tonight's Worship, Praise and Prayer Gathering
Bethel's Prayer Ministry will host a Pre-Easter Evening of Worship, Praise
and Prayer in the Fellowship Center from 5:00-6:15pm tonight. Please note,
this is not only for Bethel people. All are invited to lift up the name of
Jesus in musical worship and praise, and pray together for the lost, for our
community and for area churches as we prepare for Resurrection Sunday.
Because Easter is about reaching lost souls, this is a good time to begin
praying in one accord for those among our families, friends, neighbors and
co-workers who have yet to come to faith in Christ. In light of the
ongoing
atrocities being inflicted on Christians in the Middle East, time will also be
devoted to praying for the persecuted church.
TIME
EVENT
LOCATION
8:20
Pre-Service Prayer
Prayer Room—Rm.3
9:00
Contemporary Worship
Worship Center
9:00 & 10:45
Life Groups (Small Groups)
Various Rooms
10:15-10:45
Library Open
Library in Bldg.A
10:45
Classic Worship
Worship Center
Welcome to
Bethel Baptist Church
In consideration of our workers, please pick up your children immediately
following worship. Thank You
The digital box on the wall located near the East Exit in the worship center is there for parents to be notified when they are needed in the nursery.
Note: The code 555 is a call for ALL available preschool workers to come
to the preschool building
Next week—March 15 Volunteers
9:00a.m. Debbie Graham, Penny Lawlor, Mary Junior, Lynette McCue,
Rachel Saathoff, Luke Behrendt
10:45a.m. Alma Dean, Brenda Townsend, Paige Townsend, Andrea Martin, Diana Gaines, Burke Johnson
Admit: Admit that you aren’t
perfect. The Bible says that
“all have sinned and fallen
short of the glory of God”.
Confess those failings to God.
Believe: Believe that God
sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to
die on the cross to pay the full
penalty for your
sin and on the third day Jesus
rose from the grave victorious
over sin and death.
Commit: Commit to Him by
confessing your sin and
yielding your life to Him.
Senior Pastor - Todd Hitchcock - [email protected]
Administration - Drew Vandergrift - [email protected]
Student Ministries Pastor - Chris Uhles - [email protected]
Worship Leader - Kari Behrendt - [email protected]
Children’s Minister - Patty Uhland - [email protected]
Weekday Preschool - Linda Christofferson - [email protected]
Regular Office Hours:
9am - 3pm Monday - Thursday
855 Brotherton Road - Escondido, CA 92025 (760) 745-4995
Website www.bethelconnect.org
Weekday Preschool (760) 745-4823
“A Great Commitment to the Great Commission
and the Great Commandment will grow a Great
Welcome to Bethel Baptist Church! Our heart is
to encourage all people in experiencing a
joyous, lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ.
We believe, based on Christ's own claims, that
Pre-Easter Praise and Prayer Gathering…………………….5-6:30pm, Tonight
Maynard and Martha Sager [email protected]
Plan to attend this church-wide gathering in the Fellowship Center. This will be
an uplifting time of drawing near to God in musical praise and worship-centered
prayer. Child care will be provided.
Come get fit………………………………………………………11:30am, Tuesdays
Stevi Kuhns (760) 271-9334, [email protected]
Feeling less than inspired at the gym or need an extra boost of motivation?
Bethel is blessed to have Stevi Kuhns, a representative of Fit Club, offering FREE
classes in the Fellowship Center. Come try a session!
Respond and Reflect
Each Sunday we invite you to reflect upon and respond to the voice of God
in the service.
It is our deep conviction that if you have prepared your heart and earnestly
asked God to speak to you today, He has.
As a result we would ask you to take a moment during this time to solidify
this experience by communicating with us regarding your decision today.
There are welcome cards in the pocket in front of you. Please fill out your
name, and write out your specific response to God as a result of the service
today.
You may prefer to write a prayer or any other form of communication to the
pastoral staff.
We take great joy in hearing from you!
Devices for people needing hearing assistance are available at the sound booth
during all worship services.
CCLI License 22719
In order to maintain a spirit of worship, we ask when you leave during the
service, please exit and re-enter through the back doors. Thank you.
Leadership Meeting……………………………………………………6pm, Tuesday
All leaders in ministry at Bethel are encouraged to be present. The meeting will
be in held in the Worship Center.
Women’s Bible Study………………………………………………7pm, Tuesdays
Debbie Baldwin (928) 486-6620
The group is currently doing a study by Beth Moore. The title is “Breaking Free”.
Books may be purchased at the LifeWay store. Join them for fellowship in Room
2.
March 1: $9,148.00
Bethel’s March Birthdays
18 Suzanne Ruff
23 Charles Sutton
24 Edna Carter, Dean Zinky
27 Melanie Klukowski
28 Bill Robinson
31 Todd Hitchcock
72 Hours of Prayer
In preparation for Easter, plan to participate in a “pray-at-home” non-stop 72
hour time of prayer from 12 noon on Thursday, April 2 through 12 noon on
Easter, April 5. Sign up for one hour prayer slots at http://bethelconnect.org/
prayer-ministry or in the church foyer. Prayer points will be provided to assist
you in praying.
Ministry Opportunities
Music Ministry……………………………………………………………………...
Kari Behrendt—[email protected]
If you love to sing or play an instrument please consider joining our music
ministry team. Contact worship leader, Kari Behrendt, if you are interested in
joining our worship choir, orchestra, or worship band. We rehearse every
Wednesday in preparation for our Sunday morning services.
Men’s Bible Study……………………………………….…………..7pm, Tuesdays
Wade Steverson (858) 344-9156
Men of all ages are invited to a study of Hebrews and a time of fellowship in the
Fellowship Center.
Bethel Prayer Ministry…………………………………………………………….
Join us at 8:20am on Sunday morning prior to the first service as we pray for
our church and for God’s power and presence at Bethel. Also, join us at
5:30pm on Wednesday as we pray for the specific prayer requests and
praises of our Bethel family.
Biblical Worldview Study………………………………………6pm, Wednesdays
Todd Hitchcock (760) 445-8203
Meet us in the Fellowship Center and discover more about God’s Word and its
reliability! Each week is a study in its own, come join us any week.
Also, if you would like to be added to our prayer email list please send an
email to Maynard and Martha Sager at [email protected]. There are often
multiple prayer emails sent daily. Join the growing team of intercessors here
at Bethel.
FUEL……………………………………………………………6-8pm, Wednesdays
Patty Uhland (760) 745-4995
FUEL is a ministry for 1st through 5th graders that enriches children through Bible
lessons, games and service projects. A mid-week fill-up to re-charge your child’s
walk with Jesus!
Coffee Cart Team………………………………………………………...Sundays
Kristin Britt (760) 233-9835
Additional team members are needed. Those interested in serving on the
coffee cart team may contact Kristin.
Adult Bible Study…………………………………………………..10am, Thursdays
Bob Rooks (858) 451-2789
A study of Luke is being held in the Fellowship Center. Join the group for good
Bible teaching and fellowship.
Preschool & Children’s Ministry Help needed…..Wednesdays & Sundays
Corinne King (760) 533-3562 or Patty Uhland (760) 745-4995
Helpers are needed for our preschool aged children on Wednesdays from 6 to
8pm and Sunday mornings for both worship times on a rotating schedule.
Our children’s ministry is looking for people who enjoy working with 4th and
5th graders to form a new study group on Sundays.
AWANA…………………………………………………………….6-8pm, Thursdays
Children ages 3 through High School are welcome.
Bethel Home School Connect…………………………2:30pm, Friday, March 13
Crystal Goodwater [email protected] or 760 877-9267
Home school families get together for a time of socialization and play for the
children, as well as a time of encouragement and Bible study for the parents.
Check us out on facebook or contact Crystal for the meeting location.
Weekly Offerings
1 Jana Conger
2 Joyce Reynolds
5 Jennifer Contreras
7 Eloise Baker, Zeke Schmidt
9 Ed Warne
12 Cheryl Bumgarner, Eric Campbell,
Dina Hitchcock, Bonnie Ramirez
13 Lois Fox, Cory Hoffa
Bethel Happenings
Bethel on Mission Meeting…………………………………...Saturday, March 21
Nichole Kirkland (760) 294-7610
Interested in missions? Want to be a part of exploring areas of ministry for Bethel
to take part in spreading the gospel? Join us at our next meeting.
Children’s Ministry Bake Sale…………………………………Sunday, March 22
Patty Uhland (760) 745-4995
Support our summer children’s camps by purchasing delicious baked items
before and after the worships in the courtyard and foyer!
Hands and Feet…………………………………………...2nd & 4th Saturdays
Mike Martin (760 739-1360
Meet in the Fellowship Center and prepare sack lunch meals for the
homeless. Those who desire, may help with distribution following.
Neighborhood Day Camp…………………………………………….July 13-17
Patty Uhland (760) 745-4995
Bethel will be taking part in a new ministry with the staff at Forest Home
Camp. This camp will be held at Bethel and is about being a catalyst for us,
the church, to share the Gospel, reach the lost, connect with our community
and implement an outreach and follow-up in our area. The camp is for
children, 6-12 years. See how you can help below.
Medical Volunteer
Celebration Host
Lunch Prep/Provider
Small Group Assistant
Monday Registration
Scholarship a Camper
Host Homes
Invite Unchurched Children
Take part in the Golf Tournament