Ministries/Education

Education & Discipleship — Growing in Faith

Current Classes

Confirmation Sunday Gatherings
Sundays until May 12
This event is from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM at Classroom 10
Contact Robyn Winegardner and Susan Leavitt

"Can I Get a Witness?" will be the thread throughout our look into the Old Testament this year in our Confirmation studies rotation. On the 2nd Sunday of each month, we will have a mini-Retreat with Worship attendance, time with Pastor Ben and lunch on site. mini-Retreat dates will be 9/10/03, 10/8, 11/12, 12/10, 1/14/04, 2/11, 3/10 and 4/14. Confirmation Family lunches will be 10/8/23 (Oktoberfest feast) 2/11/24 (Plenty of Pasta) and 4/14/24 (Mexican Fiesta). NO CLASS GATHERING on 11/26/23, 12/24/23, 12/31/23, 3/31/24.

WOW - Women of Wednesday
Wednesdays until June 12
This event is from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Fireside Room
Contact Kathryn Montano

Wednesday Morning Bible Study and Book Study meets weekly, in the Fireside Room. All women are welcome.

Wednesday Night Speaker Series
1st Wednesday of each month until May 1
This event is from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Fireside Room
Contact Pr Ben Sandin

The Wednesday Night Speaker Series is back! Join us the first Wednesday of the month for special topics and guest speakers. Invite friends! Each session will end with a Q&A time and sweet and savory refreshments. Look for more info in your bulletin and e-news. *May 1 - Cupertino's City Manager, Pamela Wu

Martha Bible Study
3rd Monday of each month until December 29 2025
This event is from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Fireside Room
Contact Vera Edstrom

Every second Sunday of the month, this women's group discusses the monthly ELCA magazine, "Gather." (In April 2023 we will move to the 3rd Mondays of the month.)

Forum with Bishop Jeff Johnson
Sunday, September 8 2024
This event is from 9:50 AM to 10:35 AM at Fireside Room
Contact Pr Ben Sandin

Bishop Jeff Johnson will be visiting Bethel on September 8 and leading Adult Ed forum.

Education & Discipleship

Ministry Lead: Pastor Ben Sandin

Adult education classes are offered most Sunday mornings between worship services, starting at 9:55am. Classes meet for multiple weeks with frequent breaks, especially around holiday seasons. Activities include classes, forums, and special activities focused on Bible study, other topical subjects, and opportunities to learn from and encourage each other.

Many of these classes are sponsored by the Discipleship Ministry at Bethel.

Bethel’s library is a wonderful education resource for teachers and students of all ages, our collection includes everything from the works of Luther to Christian romances.

Discipleship is focused on helping us become more like Christ in all areas of our lives. Our Discipleship Ministry’s goal is to help you apply knowledge gained in our studies to your life. For more information, contact Pastor Ben.

Fun With Faith Card Making, November 2014

Library Team

Please visit the Technical section of our Getting Involved Page

Martha Circle Bible Study, February 2015

Martha Bible Study
Contact Vera Edstrom

This women’s Bible study group meets each month and studies the magazine Gather, a publication of the Women of the ELCA. Bring a lunch. Look for event details at the top of this web page.

Men’s Night Out
Contact David Nadell

This group invites all men to learn more about God’s relevance in their lives by studying the scriptures and giving each other support. The group selects a portion of the scripture passages or follows a book to discuss and grow spiritually. The group meets once a month on Monday. Look for details at the top of this web page.

New Member Classes
Contact Pastor Ben Sandin

This class helps integrate new people into the life and ministry of Bethel Lutheran Church. Look for event details in the Sunday bulletin, weekly enewsletter and at the top of this web page.

Sunday Morning Adult Education
Contact Pastor Ben Sandin

Adult Education is on Sundays at 9:55am in the Fireside Room. Join us for the opportunity to deepen one’s faith through DVD-based study programs and discussion. It is not necessary to sign up. Look for event details at the top of this web page.

Women of Wednesday (WOW)
Contact Kathryn Montano

The Women of Wednesday meet every Wednesday, September to June. Enjoy food, fellowship, prayer, and bible study. Look for event details at the top of this web page.