Reflection & Response in 2013Most  people  generally  look  at  the  new  year  as  a  fresh  beginning,  as  an  opportunity  to  kind  of  start  over,  to  overcome  a  habit,  or  do  a  better  job  of  something  they  see  as  important  and  that  needs  improvement.  It  may  be  parenting,  being  a  better  spouse,  losing  weight  (which,  by  the  way,  is  the  number  one  resolution  according  to  polls  taken).  It  may  be  developing  different  priorities,  using  our  time  better,  or  a  whole  host  of  things  that  people  would  like  to  change.

So,  we  usually  hear  a  lot  about  New  Year's  resolutions,  resolutions  which  are  usually  broken  in  a  matter  of  weeks.  

But  the  new  year  is  a  time  to  reflect  and  think  about  what  the  past  year  has  brought  and  what  the  new  year  could  bring.  It  is  a  time  to  stop  and  analyze,  to  take  stock  of  our  priorities,  values,  pursuits,  and  goals.  We  need  to  ask  questions  like  "Who  am  I,  what  am  I  doing  with  my  life?  What  should  I  be  doing  as  a  Christian  with  my  life  and  the  stewardship  God  has  given  me?"  After  all,  according  to  the  Word  of  God,  all  of  life  is  a  stewardship-­‐-­‐a  stewardship  of  our  time,  talents,  treasures,  and  God's  truth.  In  other  words,  since  God's  plan  and  our  stewardships  revolve  around  and  through  the  life  of  His  Son,  Jesus  Christ,  we  need  to  each  ask  "How  well  am  I  responding  to  the  Savior  and  the  spiritual  life  that  He  has  given  me?"

YTD INCOME/(LOSS)$61,237

GIVING AS OF 12/30$97,318

WEEKLY BUDGET($34,300)

WEEKLY OVER/(UNDER)$63,018

Remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you the ability to produce wealth. (Deut. 8:18)

CONGREGATIONAL CARE - Elder Bill FryBaptism 713.782.8948Prayer Ministry 713.782.8948Bereavement - Patti Fox 713.665.4356Membership 713.782.8948Widows’ Ministry - Jim & Linda Smith 713.266.3447Craftsmen of Bethel - John Shannon 713.628.3950Deacon Liaison - Jay Campbell 713.802.1725Greeter’s Ministry - Bill Fry 713.661.1442Stewardship Training 713.782.8948Senior Adults (60ish+) - Bill Fry 713.661.1442Library - Shawn Smith 713.206.6672Biblical Counseling - Don Currans 713.782.8948To make an appointment, contact Pam Mitchell

ADULT MINISTRIES -Adult Bible Fellowship 713.782.8948Community Groups 713.782.8948Young Professionals Ministry (YaP) - Daniel Hill 713.782.8948MEN -

Morning Bible Study - Jim Hickernell 713.683.8802Morning Prayer - Bill Cunningham 713.367.8546Men’s Life - Langston Turner 713.444.5947Folders - Jim Smith 713.419.7066Faithful Men - Don Currans 713.266.1379

WOMEN - Elder Alex ChaeWomen’s Bible Study - Linda Robinson 713.828.8664Women’s Connection - Talitha Powell 832.788.7975Prayer Ministry 713.782.8948Dinner Drops - Allicia Gelnett 832.465.9050Tender Loving Cooking - Allison Lau 832.729.9823

STUDENTS - Elder Randy JonesHigh School: Matt Fox, Teacher 713.416.6483Middle School: Stanley Clark, Teacher 281.890.8933Girls’ Director: Meagan Butler 832.459.5198For more information, go to bethelstudents.com

CHILDREN - Director Robbyn Smith, Elder Mark GillespieKids' Church & J12 713.782.8948Awana - James & Kara Fields 281.773.2229Vacation Bible School 713.782.8948MDO - Paula Dominguez 713.782.8948Nursery Staff - Kara Fields 281.773.2146

MUSIC & WORSHIP - Colin Rowley, Elder Cedric BurgherBethel Choir: Lynelle Rowley 832.368.4022Praise Band: John Denmon 832.276.7925

MISSIONSINTERNATIONAL OUTREACH -

Committee - George Clark 713.320.4747Missions Week - Cam Leonard 281.714.0350

DOMESTIC OUTREACH - Local Outreach Committee - Scott Schroer 713.783.4066Prison Ministry - Cliff Adams 713.729.8971

ADMINISTRATION & FACILITIES - Exec. Director Ron PruetFacilities - Jim Smith 713.782.8948Finance Committee - Gene Dewhurst 713.782.8948Personnel - Ron Pruet 713.782.8948

MODERATOR OF THE SESSION - Alex Chae

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BETHEL CHURCH EXISTS TO GLORIFY GOD BY PREACHING AND TEACHING HIS WORD, THE BIBLE - DESIRING TO SEE PEOPLE EVERYWHERE CHANGED INTO PASSIONATE, GROWING FOLLOWERS OF JESUS. JANUARY 6, 2013 | ISSUE: 928

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THE GATHERINGTonight  at  6:30  pm  (SC)

An  casual  acoustic  worship  service  meets  each  Sunday  evening  in  the  Student  Center.  Teacher,  Daniel  Hill,  is  currently  preaching  through  Matthew.

“MEN’S LIFE” STARTSThis  Thursday,  6  am  (F.  Hall)

Join  the  men  of  Bethel  each  Thursday  morning  as  we  study  what  Biblical  and  authentic  manhood  looks  like.  We  start  at  6:00  am  in  the  Fellowship  Hall.

“PREPARE FOR LIFE” STARTSStarts  This  Tuesday,  9:30  am

The  Tuesday  Women’s  Bible  Study  starts  back  up  for  Spring  on  Tuesday,  January  8.  For  more  information,  go  to  betheloXouston.com/prepare-­‐for-­‐life.

CHRIS CRUMP IN CONCERTFriday,  Jan  25,  7  pm  (SC)

Bethel  is  excited  to  host  a  Chris  Crump  CD  release  party  on  Friday,  January  25  in  the  Student  Center.  John  Denmon  also  to  perform.  All  invited!

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U P C O M I N G E V E N T S M I N I S T R Y S P O T L I G H T

W E ’ R E H E R E T O H E L P

Bethel Biblical Counseling provides a private and safe place for you to receive care and hope.

The goal of BBC is to bring God glory through application of the authority of God’s Word to hurting people in need of change that produces Christ-likeness. By speaking the truth in love to the genuine life issues, we help people see how the Scriptures address their problems. 

To help facilitate this goal, trained lay counselors are committed to a Day of Biblical Counseling every Tuesday from 1:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Bethel members and the community are invited to take advantage of this sound Biblical resource. Please call the Bethel office for registration details and to schedule an appointment (713.782.8948).

NEED PRAYER?The  scripture  tells  us  the  prayer  of  a  righteous  man  availeth  much.  How  much  more  so  when  hundreds  are  praying?

If  you  need  prayer,  please  send  your  request  to  prayer@betheloXouston.com.

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BOOK RECOMMENDATIONThe  Shepherd  Leader  at  Home  by  Timothy  Witmer

Tim  applies  a  biblical  framework  to  the  role  of  leadership  in  the  home,  showing  how  effective  shepherding  involves  "knowing,  leading,  protecting,  and  providing  for  your  family";  all  the  while  communicating  solid  principles  with  a  down-­‐to-­‐earth,  relatable  tone.

NEEDS  IN  BETHEL  KIDS!

•Teen  helpers  in  3/4  y.o.  class.

•K/1st  grade  teachers  during  service  hour

Email  Robbyn  Smith  (robbyns@betheloXouston.com).A  Sunday  Night  Worship  Experience  at  6:30  pm

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G E T T I N G C O N N E C T E D G E T T I N G C O N N E C T E D

all bethel women are invited to attend

new institute course

course title:instruments in the redeemer’s handsinstructor: don currans

The purpose of this course is to teach you how God changes hearts and lives.  The goal is to equip you with a "tool box" of practical applications of to live out the command to love God and love others.  The curriculum is intensely Christ-centered since in Him are hidden "all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge".

when: SUNday mornings, 9:30 - 10:30 am starting january 13

where: room 209

registration & questions:Don Currans (713.882.5068 or dcurrans@gmail.com)

SURVEY OF THE BIBLEBeginning  TODAY  the  Living  Stones  ABF  will  begin  a  survey  of  the  entire  Bible.

If  you're  not  attending  an  ABF  class  or  would  like  to  learn  how  all  the  books  of  the  Bible  fit  together  in  God's  narrative  of  the  gospel,  please  join  us  in  Room  230.

The  International  Missions  Committee  is  looking  for  volunteers  to  join  the  team  planning  the  2013  Missions  Banquet.  

The  banquet  is  an  exciting  evening  event  where  the  Bethel  family  comes  together  for  fellowship  and  to  celebrate  the  work  of  Bethel-­‐supported  missionaries  who  are  at  the  church  for  the  annual  Missions  Weekend.    We  need  your  creativity  and  enthusiasm  to  make  this  year's  event  the  best  ever.  

Please  contact  Cam  Leonard  (281.714.0350  or  camleo@sbcglobal.net)  to  get  involved.

INTERESTED IN MEMBERSHIP?

If  you  are  interested  in  membership  at  Bethel,  go  to  betheloVouston.com/become-­‐a-­‐member  to  learn  more  about  the  process  and  obligation  of  membership.