Thursday, August 23, 2018
7 pm

Anyone interested in trying their hand at dart baseball is welcome to come on out for a fun practice! Open to men & women age 14 and up. You’ll have the opportunity to sign up for EBFC’s league team if you find that you like it (season runs Sept – April). For more info, contact Carl Fraley (carlcrf null@null aol NULL.com): 610-217-0909.

Sunday, August 26, 2018

Baptisms will be held during the morning worship services for those who would like to show their faith by being publicly baptized as Jesus commanded. Please contact Pastor Tim (tim null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org) if you are interested: 610-868-5501.

August 1-31, 2018

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

We are seeking people who speak Spanish fluently who can translate the Sunday services in real time 1-2 times per month.  If you might be interested, please contact Pastor Tim (tim null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org): 610-868-5501.

Sunday, September 2, 2018

Children & Teens will be promoted to their new classes on Sunday, September 2.  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, 2018.  Children will remain in this class until the following September; younger children will not be promoted on their birthdays.  For class times and locations, see the Sunday bulletin or website.

Young Children*
8:30, 10:05, 11:15 am– Nursery (0-2 year olds):  Nursery
8:30, 10:05, 11:15 am – Early Childhood (2 & 3 year olds):  Room 8
*(based on child’s birthday as of September 1, 2018)

Cross Time Sunday School (10:05-11:00 am)
4 year olds – Kindergarten:  Room 15
1st & 2nd Grade:  Room 17
3rd & 4th Grade:  Room 19
5th Grade:  Room 16

Children’s Church (11:15 am)
4 year olds – Kindergarten:  Room 15

Student Ministries (10:05 – 11:00 am)
Middle School Girls (Grades 6-8): Room 14
Middle School Guys (Grades 6-8): Rooms 10 & 11
High School (Grades 9-12): Rooms 12 & 13

Monday, September 10, 2018
7:00-8:30 pm

Prayer and Share Together (PST) is a ministry for women who are dealing with emotional issues or have a family member who is. Please join us! We start each gathering with a short informational time and then we share our needs and pray. We meet year-round on second Mondays at the Salvation Army in Bethlehem.  Led by Ruth Meier (rlmeier null@null gmail NULL.com): 484-695-0003.

Every-Other Tuesday
September 11-December 4, 2018
9:30-11:45 am

Do you ever deal with difficult people? Whirlwind circumstances? Unfulfilled longings? Loneliness? Bitterness? Grief? If so, you can relate to the story of Ruth. Join us for this 8-session DVD study by Nancy Leigh DeMoss and be reminded that God can redeem, revive, and restore any life, anytime, anywhere.   Meets in room 12/13 every-other Tuesday. Led by Laura Sommons (womensministry null@null aplaceforyou NULL.org): 610-297-0480. Cost of the book is $10, payable at the first class.  Childcare is provided.  Please sign up in the foyer.

Wednesdays, Sept 12 – May 22, 2018
10 am – 12 pm

You’re invited to join our Wednesday Morning Bible Study here at the church.  We’ll do different LifeGuide Bible Studies throughout the year, and will pick out the first one at our first meeting together.  Meets in rm 2 every Wednesday. Led by Barb Tinker (Barbara NULL.tinker null@null rcn NULL.com): 484-896-0917. Sign up in foyer.

Friday, September 14, 2018
10 am – 1 pm

The Senior Fellowship will be taking a trip to the next Pinebrook Hymn Sing.  Trumpeter Bruce Heffner will be leading us in singing the old hymns of the faith.  We will take a van leaving Ebenezer at 8:45 am.  Please sign up in the church lobby if you want to go on the van.  The cost for the Hymn Sing and lunch is $10.  Questions can be directed to Phil Norris (philnorr9 null@null aol NULL.com): 610-428-7780.

Every-Other Monday, Sept 17 – Nov 26, 2018
6:30-8:30 pm 

Join us for this six-session DVD study by Matt Williams that provides new insights into the parables of Jesus.  Each DVD session begins in Israel making it easier to experience and understand the cultural background of key events.  The participants’ guide includes maps, outlines, key Scripture verses, discussion questions and a personal 5-day study for each session.  Refreshments are provided for any women coming directly from work, and childcare is available (sign up ahead of time).  Meets in Room 12/13 every-other Monday.  Cost of book is $6, payable at the first class. Led by Vicki Cowley (nvcowley null@null aol NULL.com) (908-319-5756). Please sign up in the foyer.

3rd Tuesdays, Sept 18, 2018 – May 21, 2019
6:30 – 8:30 pm

A monthly book discussion group.  Join us as we read & discuss Choosing Gratitude: Your
Journey to Joy by Nancy Leigh DeMoss.  Led by Linda Visco (lvisco null@null rcn NULL.com) and meets at her home: 4000 Klein St, Bethlehem, PA (484-547-4703).  The only homework is light reading.  Cost of the book is $9, payable the first night.  Please sign up in the foyer.

Thursday, September 20, 2018
7-9 pm

Are you a woman looking for a way to feel more connected or have closer friendships?  This night is for you! Whether you’re new to Ebenezer or have been here several years, we invite you to join us for a time in the Word, testimony, and prayer, followed by a time of fellowship where we come along side one another. It’s a time where deeper friendships and connections can be made.  Our first gathering will be at the home of Linda Visco: 4000 Klein St, Bethlehem, PA.  Subsequent gatherings will be held monthly at different women’s homes.  No need to sign up, just come!

Friday-Saturday, September 21-22, 2018

Join us at the Steel Club (http://www NULL.silvercreekcountryclub NULL.com/index NULL.htm) in Hellertown for a weekend together of strengthening marriages and being encouraged.  Pastor Tim is the keynote speaker leading three sessions.  Saucon Community BFC & Ebenezer BFC are teaming up to offer this Friday night through Saturday morning conference.  Register by September 9.  $80/couple includes 2 meals & program.  Brochures with more info and registration form are available in the church foyer and online.

Sunday Evenings, beginning September 23, 2018

Kinship Groups are about building lasting relationships with families in our church.  They consist of small groups (10-15 on average) who 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.  Normally, 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 fill out a card at the table in the foyer on Sept 2 or Sept 9, and you will be contacted within two weeks.  Questions can be directed to Bob & Laurie Gill (rlrjgill null@null aol NULL.com): 610-751-7045.

Thursdays, October 4, 2018 – April 25, 2019
7-9 pm

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-May. The first year covers the Old Testament, and the second year covers the New Testament. Cost is $55/year for materials. Use the envelopes in the foyer to register & pay by Sept 13, 2018.  Taught by Jason Lee (jason null@null jasonrlee NULL.com): 610-248-6220.