WELCOME TO
Bethany English Lutheran Church
Believe. Engage. Learn. Care.
Bethany is a member
of the ELCA
Evangelical Lutheran Church of America
15460 TRISKETT ROAD, CLEVELAND OH 44111
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WORSHIP SCHEDULE Sunday , 10:00 am
Children’s Church Begins June 7th After Children’s Sermon during Summer Months
Classes are at 9:00am Sunday mornings
prior to worship.
Last Day of Sunday School – May 24th
We had a great year of Sunday School. Thank you to Sue Chamot and Sarah Todd for teaching Sunday School.
And thank you to the parents and grandparents who faithfully brought their children and grandchildren to class this year.
We had a lot of fun!
10:00 am service Livestream www.bethanyenglish.org
The church office hours: 9am to 4pm Tuesday - Friday. You can call the office 216-941- 7880
PASTOR’S MESSAGE
Jesus, What Does this Mean?
10-Then the disciples came and asked him, “Why do you speak to them in parables?”
11- He answered, “To you it has been given to know the secrets of the kingdom of heaven, but to them it has not been given. (NRSV:UE, Matthew 13:10-11)
July 12-26, the gospel readings are all parables. Parables are a wonderful tool for teaching, but as we hear in the verses above, they are not simple answers. Parables, as used in the time of the ancient rabbis, were used to offer an entrance into a complex situation. There are many places in our lives where we can respond in multiple ways, and we want a simple answer to the complex reality. Parables also serve to reflect values and possibilities without one person attacking another. Jesus uses parables to help his listeners look at complex situations and find themselves and others in the story. As you hear these parables read or read them yourself, reflect on what character you place yourself in. Are you always placing yourself in the “hero” role? Are you choosing to place yourself in the humblest role? Are you unable to see yourself in any part of the story? The joy of parables is that they can also fit multiple situations. When Jesus explains the parables to the disciples, he uses them to help explain the nature of sharing the Good News and how the Kingdom of God works.
If you would like to read ahead and reflect on the parables in July, they will be the following: July 12: Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 July 19: Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 July 26: Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 Enjoy the creativity of the parables and let your minds ponder what they are telling you.
Peace,
Pastor Diana Thompson
We are a community
of faith that has been worshiping, learning, serving, and socializing for over 100 years.
The beautiful stained glass window sanctuary is accessible to all, and we encourage children to worship there as well or utilize the professionally staffed nursery. Communion is an important part of all Sunday services, and all who believe are invited to partake in the body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ. We look forward to welcoming you soon.
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Whether you are returning or visiting for the first time, we are excited to have you join us.
Welcome our new Pastor
Rev. Diana Thompson
The Bethany English Lutheran Church’s congregation is excited to announce and welcome our new Pastor to our church and community.
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