Ebenezer Bible Fellowship Bethlehem PA

3100 Hecktown Road   
Bethlehem, PA  18020
610-868-5501
[email protected] (office null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org)
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Newcomer Lunch

Sunday, August 25, 2019
12:45 pm

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New to Ebenezer? Please join us for lunch in the Serving Room right after second service! We’d love to share more of what Ebenezer is all about, introduce you to some of the folks here, and answer any questions you may have. Kids are welcome! Please SIGN UP HERE (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/91646454322154).  Questions can be directed to Chris Jones (chrisjones1626 null@null gmail NULL.com): 484-764-5610.

Dart Baseball Meeting

Tuesday, August 27, 2019
7:00 pm

Darts up! Darts up! We’re in need of people for our Dart Baseball Team! Anyone interested in dart baseball is welcome to come on out and get more details about the game, our team, and the league! We’ll let you know how much fun it is! Open to men & women age 14 and up. You’ll have the opportunity to sign up for EBFC’s league team which will be playing Mondays, 7pm, Sept – April). For more info, contact Carl Fraley: 610-217-0909.

Pickup Volleyball

Thursdays, 7:30-9:30 pm
Beginning September 5, 2019

Love to play volleyball? If you are 18 years or older, come join us in the church gym for volleyball, fellowship and fun! Come when you can, leave when you must, and bring your friends. We currently play on Wednesdays at 7:30, but will be switching to Thursdays starting September 5. No need to sign up. Questions can be directed to Jessie Bernhardt (jbernhardt727 null@null gmail NULL.com).

College Bible Study

Thursdays, 8pm
Aug 29 – Dec 5, 2019

All college-age young adults are welcomed to join in our study of the Gospel of Mark this fall.  Facilitated by Abram Gibson at his apartment in Bethlehem. Text Abe @ 972-351-0454 for more more info or directions!

Baby Shower for Bright Hope


July 21 – August 31

Help support Bright Hope Pregnancy Center by showering them with gifts! New baby items are being collected in the playpen in the church foyer. A list of gift suggestions is available online and in the foyer. Gifts do not need to be wrapped. Thanks so much! Questions can be directed to Barry & Erika Weber (barika1222 null@null reagan NULL.com) 610-759-7826.

Promotion Sunday

Sunday, September 1, 2019

Children & Teens will be promoted to their new Sunday School classes. Promotion is based on current school grade for those in grades K-12. For those in Nursery & Early Childhood classes, promotion is based on the child’s age as of September 1, 2019. Nursery is for babies age 0-23 months, and the Early Childhood Class is for children age 2-3. Children will remain in this class until next September (younger children will not be promoted on their birthdays). For class times and locations, please see the Sunday Morning Schedule.

Special Adult Elective

Sunday, September 1, 2019
10:05 – 11:00 am

Kyle & Rebecca Koval, our envoys in Ancona, Italy, will be speaking in the Adult Elective.  Come hear how they are reaching people and training them to disciple others to become to disciples.

Women’s Bible Study: 1 Peter, A Living Hope in Christ

Every-Other Tuesday
Sept 3 – Dec 10, 2019

9:30 – 11:30 am OR
6:30 – 8:30 pm

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We are so excited to be offering this 9-session study of 1 Peter, which describes our true identity as believers and points us to humility and submission. Expand your understanding of 1 Peter by reading the letter in its entirety each week. We’ll be using Jen Wilkins’ book to guide us through a verse by verse study. Choose from the Morning or Evening studies which both meet every-other week at the church. Childcare offered at the evening study only. Cost is $14 for the book, payable at the first class. Questions can be directed to Laura Sommons (womensministry null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org): 610-868-5501. Sign up online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92233907649162) or with the Connection Card found in the pew.

 

Pinebrook Hymn Sing

Friday, September 6, 2019
10am – 1pm

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Join us for the next Pinebrook Hymn Sing.  Trumpeter Bruce Heffner will be leading us in singing the old hymns of the faith.  The cost for the Hymn Sing and lunch is $15, payable at the door.  Questions can be directed to Phil Norris (philnorr9 null@null aol NULL.com), 610-428-7780. Please sign up online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92246495517162) or by using the Connection Card found in the pew.  Be sure to indicate if you would like to ride in the church van (leaves Ebenezer at 8:45 am).

Kinship Shepherds’ Conference

Saturday, September 7, 2019
8:00-11:30 am

All Kinship Group Leaders are kindly asked to attend this mandatory training as we prepare to kick off a new season. We also ask that you bring a man or two with you who might be a great new Kinship Group Leader or Co-Leader. Please click here to RSVP by Aug 31, 2019 (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92195761177163).

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Kinship Groups are a core ministry of our church. We currently have 18 groups, but how do we get more people involved? How do we get the most out of our Kinship meetings? How do we know what to teach? And, how do we get answers to pressing questions or help with difficult group dynamics?

These and other questions will be answered at our first annual Kinship Mini Shepherds’ Conference. Our purpose is to train, encourage, motivate, and provide resources for our Kinship Leaders.

8:00 am – Welcome & Breakfast
8:30 am – SESSION 1: Leading A Small Group – Pastor Dick Bickings
9:15 am – Break
9:30 am – SESSION 2: Kinship Group Mechanics – Elder Bob Gill
10:00 am – SESSION 3: Bible Study Materials: selecting appropriate materials and writing your own – Marcus Brunstetter
10:45 am – Group Discussion
11:30 am – Conference Concludes

Contact Pastor Dick Bickings (dick null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org) for more information: 610-868-5501.

Community Weekend

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The entire community is invited to a weekend of FREE outdoor events! Everything will be held on our front lawn under a big tent. All events, food, and beverages are provided free of charge. No need to register, just come!

  • OUTDOOR MOVIE – Friday, Sept 13, 7pm – “Mary Poppins Returns (https://www NULL.youtube NULL.com/watch?v=-3jsfXDZLIY)“ Join us for a free family-friendly movie and free popcorn & beverages. We’ll have chairs set up, but, for added comfort, feel free to bring along your own camp chair or blanket (space will be available in the front for those sitting on blankets).
  • OUTDOOR COFFEE HOUSE – Saturday, Sept 14, 6-8 pm – Enjoy live music and free coffee and refreshments.
  • OUTDOOR SERVICE & PICNIC – Sunday, Sept 15, 10:30 am – An outdoor worship service for the whole church & community! Afterward we’ll be serving up a free picnic of fried chicken and all the fixin’s! Bring a camp chair and/or blanket if you’d like to sit out on the lawn. (Chairs are provided for seating in the tent.)

 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:

There is a lot to do to get ready for our outdoor Community Weekend!  We could really use some help getting chairs & stage setup, and food prepared & served.  If you would be willing to volunteer, please signup online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92276640157157).  Thanks SO much!  Questions can be directed to Pastor Jeremy Harkins (jeremy null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org): 610-868-5501

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Men’s Breakfast

Saturday, September 14, 2019
7:30 – 9:30 am

All men are welcome for a hearty breakfast made by our finest EBFC chefs!  We’ll also have a time of worship, Bible study, and fellowship. We will be continuing our series for the year entitled, “Sound Men,” as we study Titus 2:11-15 and discuss, “Sound in Sanctification.”  There is no cost for this event and no need to sign up; just come!  Looking forward to seeing you there! Questions can be directed to Pastor Dick Bickings: [email protected] (dick null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org), 610-868-5501.

‘Tis So Sweet Tuesdays

3rd Tuesdays
Sept 17, 2019 – May 18, 2020
7-9 pm

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“The Well” Women’s Ministry would like to invite you to a once-a-month book discussion. This year we will be going through, “A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23,” by W. Phillip Keller. Cost of the book is $10 payable at the first gathering. Led by Linda Visco in her home (4000 Klein St, Bethlehem, PA 18020, [email protected] (lvisco null@null rcn NULL.com), 484-547-4703). Open to the first 10 women. Sign up online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92234951066155) or with the Connection Card found in the pew.

 

Womens’ Bible Study: Book of James

Wednesdays, 10am – 12pm
Sept 18 – May 6, 2019

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Join us as we begin our year by studying the Book of James. We’ll be using the LifeGuide series. Cost is $7 for the book. Meets in the church library. Led by Barb Tinker (barbara NULL.tinker null@null rcn NULL.com): 484-896-0917. Sign up online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92205667931158) (or with the Connection Card found in the pew).

AWANA

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Begins Wednesday
September 18, 2019
6:30 – 8:00 pm

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Who:
Kids age 3 – grade 5 won’t want to miss this year’s Awana program! It offers a fun and effective approach to early evangelism and discipleship. Scripture-based programs promote Bible literacy and help kids develop lifelong faith in Christ.

Awana helps churches and parents work together to develop spiritually strong children who faithfully follow Jesus Christ. The Awana program offers a unique approach for evangelizing and discipling kids in the church and community, through Bible memorization, hearing the teaching of God’s Word, learning to play and work together, and learning to serve Christ by serving others.  Awana includes parents in much of this as they listen to their book sections at home and check them off accordingly.

When:
Wednesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Sept 18, 2019 – May 13, 2020

Age Groups:
Cubbies: Preschool (ages 3-5)
Sparks: Kindergarten – Grade 2
T&T: Grades 3-5

Registration:
Register Online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92175577874170), or prior to any Awana night.  Cost is $25/child/year.

Questions? If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Jennifer Schanely (jennifer null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org).

 


Awana Volunteers
Any adults & teens interested in volunteering to help with our Awana program are encouraged to sign up online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92175202199155) as soon as possible! Let us know what you would like to help with: small groups, games, registration, nursery, etc. If you are unable to help on a regular basis, but could substitute from time to time that would be very helpful! Childcare is provided for volunteers. Questions can be directed to Julie Gibson (sixgibs null@null gmail NULL.com): 972-351-4638 or Jennifer Schanely (jennifer null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org): 802-881-3504. There will be a mandatory meeting on September 11, 2019 for all adult Awana volunteers to cover issues like safety and give updates on our children’s ministry policies.

 

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MOPS: Mothers of Preschoolers

1st & 3rd Thursdays
Sept 19, 2019 – May 21, 2020
9-11 am

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All moms of children of all ages are welcome to join us at MOPS! This year’s theme, “To the Full,” is based on John 10:10, “The thief comes to steal, kill and destroy. I have come that you may have life, and have it to the full.” Please come fellowship with other moms as we strive to navigate the truths of Christ for us in this life while having lots of fun! Food and childcare provided! Meets in the gym. Registration is required and can be done online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92234556144153) or at our first meeting. Annual registration fee of $32 is due at the first meeting.

Laura Sommons
Women’s Ministry Coordinator
610-868-5501
[email protected] (womensministry null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org)

 

Kinship Groups

Sunday Evenings
Sept 22, 2019 – May 31, 2020

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Kinship Groups are about building lasting relationships with families in our church. They consist of small groups (10-15 on average) that meet bi-weekly from September – May for the purpose of sharing their faith and life issues, and engaging in “one-anothering” as prescribed in Scripture in a way not possible in a larger group setting. This is done as groups meet in various homes and involve themselves in Bible discussion, fellowship, prayer, and outreach ministries. If you are currently not involved in a Kinship group, please see Bob & Laurie Gill at the Welcome Center on August 25 or September 1, to fill out an Info Card. Or you can sign up online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92276796660168). For more details, please contact Bob & Laurie Gill (rlrjgill null@null aol NULL.com): 610-751-7045.

New Adult Electives

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Sundays
September 22 – December 22, 2019
10:05 – 11:00 am

1) Shepherding a Child’s Heart – Chris Jones, Gym-South
2) Deception, discernment, Prudence – Lee Ciccotelli, Room 20
3) Be Ready: 1&2 Thessalonians – Phil Norris, Room 2
4) New Believers Class – Scott Holwick, Room 18
5) Jeremiah – Michael Hard, Gym-North

Click HERE for course descriptions.

5th Sunday Night Prayer Service

Sunday, September 29, 2019
6-7 pm

The elders have designed this third congregational prayer service around the ministries of the church. We are asking everyone to come and pray that the Lord would be gracious in the coming year in all of our ministries at EBFC. Nursery will be provided.

The early church was a powerful church because they prayed. Instead of being driven by programs, we want to be empowered through prayer. This is why the elders have planned four prayer services throughout this year. We desire more than anything to have the favor & power of the Lord in all our ministries and in the lives of our families.

Bible Study: Bethel Series

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Saturdays, 9-11 am
Oct 5, 2019 – April 18, 2020

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The Bethel Series is a comprehensive study of the Bible from Genesis to Revelation in a classroom lecture format. Graduates find this course to be challenging but highly rewarding with life-changing benefits. Due to the intensity of the material, participation will require a high level of commitment to reading, memorization, and regular attendance from beginning to end. The class is for men & women, consists of six 7-week sessions, and spans over 2 years, Oct-April. The first year covers the Old Testament, and the second year covers the New Testament. Taught by Pastor Dick Bickings. Cost is $55/year for materials. Register online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92314431156147) by September 25, 2019.

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“Flourish”: Women’s Discipleship Groups

Kick-Off Event
Saturday, October 5, 2019
6:30 – 8:30 pm

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Join us for a pot-luck dinner in the gym and a night to find out about being in a small discipleship group with 1-3 other women. Groups would meet on their own schedules throughout the year for heart-to-heart fellowship, encouragement, and growth. Based on the concepts in Titus 2. Come hear testimonies of women who have previously been ministered to in this way, and be challenged to step into the role of mentor or mentee. Please bring a dish to share. Questions can be directed to Laura Sommons (womensministry null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org): 610-868-5501. Sign up online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92234401247146) or with the Connection Card found in the pew.

Welcome to the Well

Thursday, October 10, 2019
7:00 – 9:00 pm

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“The Well” Women’s Ministry invites all women to a night of fellowship, devotion, and connecting. Our purpose is for women of all ages to have a place here at Ebenezer to believe, belong, and become. Based on Romans 15:7, “Therefore, welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.” Meets every-other month in various homes. Our first gathering will be at the home of Karen Coldren (1055 Consenza Court, Easton, PA). Questions can be directed to Laura Sommons: [email protected] (womensministry null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org), 610-868-5501. Sign up online (https://form NULL.jotform NULL.com/92235288524158) or with the Connection Card found in the pew.

Reformed Theology Conference

(http://www NULL.alliancenet NULL.org/the-glory-of-the-cross)Plenary Speakers
Ian Duguid
Jason Helopoulos
Harry Reeder

Workshop Speakers
Jason Helopoulos
Jonathan Master
Bryan Maier

Location
Grace Bible Fellowship Church
1811 Old Bethlehem Pike North
Quakertown, PA 18951

Details & Registration
http://www.alliancenet.org/the-glory-of-the-cross  (http://www NULL.alliancenet NULL.org/worship-the-chief-end-of-man)

 

Join many people from Ebenezer BFC at this wonderful weekend conference. “Worship: The Chief End of Man” is this year’s theme. There isn’t a more important subject than worship. With all the excesses and errors that have seeped into the modern church, we need to hear God’s clear instruction from God’s word. This conference will cover “What is divine worship?,” “Whom do we worship?.” and “How do we worship according to the Word?”

 

Ebenezer App

 

Ebenezer Bible Fellowship Church now has a mobile app for iphone!! Download it today and begin enjoying the following features:

 

• Church Directory*
(*available to members and regular attendees)
• Submit/Receive Prayer Requests
• Register for Events
• Stream Sermon Video
• Fill In Your Sermon Guide
• Read The Pastors’ Blog
• Give Offering
• Check Out the Church Calendar

 

 

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Available for iphone from the App Store. (http://appstore NULL.com/ebenezerbfc)
“Ebenezer BFC” (http://appstore NULL.com/ebenezerbfc)
Android coming soon!

A huge thanks to Pastor Dick (dick null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org) for building the app.
Feel free to let him know how you like it or if you have any questions!

Annual Report

Published January 18, 2019

Read how the Lord has been working through the ministries of Ebenezer!  A report from each ministry and pastor is included.

2018 Annual Report (http://aplaceforyou NULL.org/upload/2018AnnualReport NULL.pdf)
(click to download PDF)

 

Photo: Outdoor Service 9/16/18

Bible Reading Plans for 2019

Bible ReaderChoose a plan to guide you in reading through the Bible this year. (click to download the pdf)

52 Week Bible Reading Plan: Daily OT & NT Readings (http://aplaceforyou NULL.org/upload/52-Week NULL.pdf)
New Testament Reading Plan (http://aplaceforyou NULL.org/upload/NT-Reading_2019 NULL.pdf)
Old Testament Reading Plan (http://aplaceforyou NULL.org/upload/OT-Reading_2019 NULL.pdf)
100 Day Reading Plan (http://aplaceforyou NULL.org/upload/100-Day-Reading-Plan_2019 NULL.pdf)
Chronological (http://aplaceforyou NULL.org/upload/Chronological_2019 NULL.pdf)
Commands of Christ (http://aplaceforyou NULL.org/upload/Commands-of-Christ__2019 NULL.pdf)
MacArthur (http://aplaceforyou NULL.org/upload/MacArthur_2019 NULL.pdf)
Through the Bible – Narrative Plus Poety Reading (http://aplaceforyou NULL.org/upload/Thru-The-Bible-Narrative-plus-Poetry_2019 NULL.pdf)
Through the Bible – Single Reading (http://aplaceforyou NULL.org/upload/Thru-The-Bible-Single-Reading_2019 NULL.pdf)

 

2019 Faithful

 

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Being found faithful is the heart of every follower of Christ. In 2019 Ebenezer is purposefully focusing on growing more faithful as we become mature disciples of Jesus Christ. Together, as we encourage and exhort one another, we hope to hear, “Well done faithful servants.” We hope that you will join us as we strive to be faithful with our whole lives (Matthew 25:21)! Free bookmarks are available in the church foyer to remind us throughout the year to Grow, Love, Tell, Give, Serve, and Live. The Sermon on January 6th (https://livestream NULL.com/EBFCStream/weekly-sunday-service-2018/videos/185461934) focused on this theme and several more throughout the year will as well.

• GROW in devotion – [Worship] attendance in worship, personal prayer & Bible reading (February 3, 2019 (https://livestream NULL.com/EBFCStream/weekly-sunday-service-2019/videos/186759306))
• LOVE others – [Community] Loving one another (April 7, 2019 (https://livestream NULL.com/EBFCStream/weekly-sunday-service-2019/videos/189680822))
• TELL the lost – [Evangelism] Sharing our faith on a regular basis (June 9, 2019 (http://livestream NULL.com/EBFCStream/weekly-sunday-service-2019/videos/192290242))
• GIVE generously – [Stewardship] Committing to give on a regular basis (August 18, 2019 (https://livestream NULL.com/EBFCStream/weekly-sunday-service-2019/videos/195191286))
• SERVE with joy – [Kingdom] Volunteering to serve using our spiritual gifts
• LIVE in holiness – [Discipleship] Growing in godliness

His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.’
~ Matthew 25:21