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Shepherds serve the Lord by helping their assigned Bethany families grow in faith and service. A Shepherd's duties include: praying for one's assigned families; participating in a rotation in which at least one Shepherd is available every Sunday after worship; maintaining a quarterly communication connection to worship or annual events; communicating any needs or prayer concerns to the appropriate people, including the pastors; and receiving communication from the pastors about their assigned families.
Mildred Ballenger, our Lead Shepherd, guides the Bethany Shepherds as they foster God's caring and love among our families and friends, and promote our mission to "Invite, Celebrate, Grow, and Serve."
If you have any questions, or if you wish to be a part of the Shepherd Ministry at Bethany, please contact our office at 703-765-8255, or e-mail us.
The Board hosts the Sunday morning 'Coffee Hour', coordinates the semi-annual Voters' Meeting potluck dinners, and provides lunch for church Work Days.
The Board celebrates Confirmands with a reception, hosts other special events such as Godspeed receptions, and assists other groups providing meals, as needed.
The Board is always alert for opportunities to invite others to Bethany with activities such as the annual Spring Tea and spaghetti dinners.
The Board supports Board of Outreach activities by providing lunch for the Rebuilding Together crew and providing dinner for a local community shelter.
The Board helps represent the church as a whole by facilitating the gift-giving for Concordia Seminary Students and holding fundraisers such as selling homemade Christmas cookies.
