Here is a brief description of the organizations and committees available. For more information or if you are interested in joining one of these committees, please contact the church office (262) 251-3555 or Email the Church Office
ACTS (Active Christian Teens) Active Christian TeenS. All teens from grades 8–12 are welcome. Weekly Bible Study and Activities. See us on Facebook (ACTS | “Active Christian Teens”| Bethlehem Teen Group). Also, please visit the ACTS’ devotional website at www.livingfaithdaily.com.
Adult Bible Classes - click here to see a schedule of just some of the Bible Class opportunities offered. There are several home-based Bible studies currently running in the Bethlehem Family. Contact the Church office for more information (262) 251-3555
Banner Committee - Makes the banners to hang in church for holidays and events during the year.
Board of Education - The Mission of the Board of Education is to direct, assist and support the faculty and all programs under the Board's responsibility ensuring children are educated in God's Word, taught to make God-pleasing choices as Christian citizens, prepared to communicate the Gospel to others and specifically for our Lutheran Elementary School children, provided with a formal education as a pre-requisite for high learning.
Board of Elders - Oversees the spiritual welfare of the church by tending to the needs of all members, especially the weak, wounded and straying, managing good order in worship services and overseeing the welfare of pastors and office staff.
Board for Evangelism - Provides leadership in the evangelistic efforts of Bethlehem Ev. Lutheran Church by seeking out and witnessing to the unchurched of our community.
Board for Spiritual Growth - Exists to recommend Biblical material and provide opportunities for Bible study so that, growing in their understanding of God's Word, Bethlehem's members will increase in their spiritual maturity and grow in their service to the Lord.
Board for Stewardship - Encourages and educates the members of Bethlehem to understand that stewardship is a form of worship, by reminding them that. "all I have is a gift from God, what I do with what I have is my gift to God."
Board of Trustees - Enhances the ministries of Bethlehem by managing and maintaining the properties and facilities.
Board for Youth Ministries - Oversees several Bible based organizations and activities at Bethlehem for children ranging in age from babies through college age students including ACTS (Active Christian TeenS), Boy and Girl Pioneers, Summer Bible Camp, Sunday School, Cradle Roll, Parents with Tots, Public School Instruction, KML Recruitment, Parades, Youth Rallies, and ACTS (see our Facebook page at ACTS | “Active Christian Teens” | Bethlehem Teen Group).
Choir - The Bethlehem Adult Choir exists to serve the congregation by proclaiming God’s word in song through hymns, songs and liturgical music. The choir also helps introduce new hymns and liturgical music to the congregation. We rehearse every Wednesday during the school year at 7:00 pm in Menomonee Falls. During Advent and Lent we meet immediately after the evening services. All are welcome! Join us for fellowship and song.
Church Council
Confirmation Classes
Decorating Committee - Decorates and beautifies the church for events and special occasions.
Greeters - Please contact the church office if you would like to be put on the schedule.
INTRODUCING “OASIS.” Oasis is a community for 20-30-somethings seeking to connect with one another for the purposes of growing friendships, building each other in faith, and serving the Lord. We’re nothing too formal, just a way to strengthen our relationship with Christ! Oasis Events include monthly Bible Studies and planned special events.
OWLS - Offers an active alternative to inactivity for people retired and/or 50. Through involvement, fellowship, mutual support, life enrichment activities and service to others, OWLS members are encouraged and helped to be all that they can be... and maybe a little bit more.
Pioneers for Boys and Girls - Christ centered fun and educational programs for boys and girls. Meeting twice a month during the school year.
Prayer Committee
PTO - The Parent Teacher Organization meets several times a year to help develop parent-teacher relations as well as to present useful parenting skills through guest speakers along with sponsoring fun and fellowship events.
Quilters - Meet the 1st & 3rd Monday of every month at 6:30pm in Menomonee Falls.
Service Opportunities - Looking to get involved..... We can use your time and talents!
Summer Bible Camp - One week of bible study, music, crafts, fun and fellowship for children age 3 through grade 6 during the summer. (formerly VBS)
Sunday School - Sunday morning bible study for children ages 3-13.
Ushers - Ushers serve to ensure that at all regular weekly and special services are run in good order. There are currently 21 teams that cover all services at both the Menomonee Falls and Germantown locations, on a rotating schedule. All confirmed male members of the congregation are welcome to serve. Please contact the Church Office for more information (262) 251-3555. Click here for the Usher Schedule.
Women in Christ - is open to all ladies who are communicant members of Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church. Women in Christ typically meets the second Monday evening of every month from September through May to enjoy Christian fellowship, various types of entertainment, and different opportunities to serve the Lord.
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