Week of January 19, 2026 — UPDATES
More than 150 people attended and nearly $800 was raised to benefit the South Sacramento Interfaith Partnership Food Closet at a “Peter, Paul & Mary Tribute Concert and Sing-Along” held January 24 at Bethany.
See photos from Three Kings Day (Epiphany) Sunday at Bethany, when the Three Wise Men visited the congregation!
Worship ServiceS
Here are just a few upcoming and recent services. Click here for more information about church services.
Elder Pat Terry will lead today’s service, presenting a message entitled “The Conundrum of the Cross.” The service starts at 10:30 a.m. Communion will be served.
“No Matter What”
Lamentations 3: 21-24
Rev. Jack McNary, preaching
Kathy Frank, liturgist
Jackie Sneed, worship leader
Barbara Greene & Manh Ong, musicians
Arin Aberasturi & Cathy Sapunor, sound & screen
UPCOMING EVENTS
Stop by any Wednesday for “Coffee & Conversation” … happening 8:30-10::30 a.m. in the Social Hall.
Bethany’s “Monday Group” resumes in 2026 with a new study based on Richard Rohr’s book “Wondrous Encounters.”
Join in a spirited—and spirit-filled—free discussion series on the challenges and rewards of getting older. This series is based on Barbara Lee’s acclaimed book “God Isn’t Finished With Me Yet.”
Lunch and Learn at Bethany! On Wednesday, Feb. 11, enjoy a craft project & a delicious meal while we discover more about the Scottish foundations of the Presbyterian Church! $5/person; reservations limited. Due date to sign up is Feb. 2.
We’re celebrating friendship on “Palentine’s Day”—Saturday, February 14, at Venus Taproom in the South Land Park area. Join us for goodies between 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and bring a pal or two!
Bethany’s popular “Winter Wander” nature walk returns February 25, 2026. Cocoa, coffee and tea and goodies will be available "tailgate style.” Trails are wheelchair- and walker-accessible.
Staying Connected
Every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Bethany presents an online worship service. Log on to Facebook at about 10:20 a.m. for beautiful music.
ONLINE GIVING IS AVAILABLE—AND MORE IMPORTANT THAN EVER, now that we are not gathering weekly with the traditional offering plate being passed.
Bethany has a form for you to fill out with caregiver and emergency contact information. When you send it in, we will be able to know how to reach you in case of emergency.
