Happenings at Bear Creek

October

The busy Fall season has arrived.  School has resumed for the children and the crops are ready for harvest.  Time has a way of moving on whether we try to slow it down or not.  This is the ongoing theme of our gospel readings for these next several weeks. 

As we continue in the twenty-first and twenty-second chapters of Matthew’s gospel, we sense Jesus’ impending death looming.  He continues to engage with the Pharisees in the Temple of Jerusalem, calling them to account for their unfaithful behavior.  He has just entered on Palm Sunday and was hailed as the “King of the Jews” by those who waved palm branches and strew their cloaks on the road to welcome him.  The events of Holy Week keep inching closer as Jesus continues to preach a gospel of love, faithfulness, justice, and God’s mercy. 

Do you believe God’s promises?  Do you trust that God truly loves you and cares for you? 

I hope you can confidently declare with me, and other baptized Christians, “Yes, Lord.  I believe.  I trust in your promises.  I faithfully and willingly answer your call to service in your kingdom.”

Peace to you and your families,

Pastor Bob Tewes

Notes from Sunday School

Sunday School: Please return your information sheets as soon as possible.

 Important dates coming up:

- Oct 18 - MEA - will have Sunday School fun day! Games, videos, music for those who can join. No formal lesson.

- Nov 1 - Kids will be singing during service

Council Corner

Meatball supper went well and we sold out early.  Thanks to everyone who helped organize the event, prepare the food and serve it. Through September our donations are at $66,965 with that being 78% of the budget goal of $84,878.