August 2026 Monthly News
- Bethesda Lutheran Church
- 2 days ago
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See what's happening this month at Bethesda Lutheran Church in Jewell, Iowa — and find opportunities to get involved!
Upcoming Events
To learn more about an event, click the link or keep reading. Explore the full newsletter and calendar for more information, messages, and opportunities.
August 4: Worship at Timberland, 2:00 p.m.
August 10: Church Council, 7:00 p.m.
August 11: Mobile Food Truck at Bethesda
August 19: High School Youth Group, 7:00 p.m.
August 20: Newsletter Deadline
August 24: South Hamilton School Starts
September 9: Confirmation Orientation
September 13: Rally Day
September 16: Confirmation Class
Welcome to Pastor Jonathan Dolan
On Sunday, July 19, the congregation overwhelmingly voted to extend a call to Reverend Jonathan Dolan to serve as our pastor. The proposed compensation package was also approved.
We are excited for what lies ahead and look forward to Pastor Jonathan serving as our shepherd, faithfully preaching God’s Word, caring for our congregation, and helping lead Bethesda into the future.
Fill the Backpack School Supply Drive
Every year through The Lord's Cupboard food pantry, we provide South Hamilton Community Schools families in need with school supplies for the upcoming year.
Please bring donations to Bethesda Lutheran Church by Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Back to School Night at The Lord's Cupboard
During The Lord's Cupboard hours on Monday, August 3, from 5:00-6:30 p.m., families in need can pick up school supplies for the coming year at Bethesda.
How to Support The Lord's Cupboard
The Lord’s Cupboard food pantry is seeing an increase in use by local families. Your help in supplying the shelves with non-perishable food items, toiletries, laundry supplies, or providing monetary donations, is greatly appreciated. Thank you for your prayerful consideration.
Send financial donations to Bethesda Lutheran Church (439 Main Street, PO Box 330​, Jewell, IA 50130-0330​) or donate online through our giving page: https://secure.myvanco.com/L-ZA9W/campaign/C-13QS4.
Next Mobile Food Truck: August 11, 2026
For questions or volunteer information, please contact Karla Alanis (515-310-0151), Sue Lund (515-290-3000), or leave a message at the church office (515-827-5148).
More in the newsletter and calendar:
Letter from Pastor Jonathan Dolan
Attendance and fund balance records
Meeting minutes and committee reports
Kids' activities
Tuesday Together Time information
The Lunch Wagon meal delivery for Jewell residents
Lutheran Services in Iowa news
June worship assistants, scripture readers, greeters, and treat schedule
Birthdays and anniversaries in the congregation
See more special messages, news and updates — click a button below to view a pdf.
You can also view the current calendar of events here.