July 2026 Monthly News
Updated: Jul 30
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.
July 7: Worship at Timberland, 2:00 p.m.
July 9: Donna's last day in office
July 13: Church Council, 7:00 p.m.
July 15: High School Youth Group, 7:00 p.m.
July 16: Newsletter deadline
Retirement Potluck Party for Donna Busch
After 16 years, Donna Busch is going to take the leap. Please come celebrate her retirement on July 12, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. This will be a potluck — bring your favorite dish and join the fun. Dinnerware will be provided.
Special Congregation Meeting Notice
A Special Congregation Meeting has been called for July 19 at 10:00 a.m. following worship. Business:
Vote on calling of Reverend Jonathan Dolan to serve as Pastor of Bethesda Lutheran Church
Vote on the Financial Package (to be presented at the meeting)
Voting members are confirmed members who have attained the age of 18. Such confirmed members, during the current (2026) or preceding (2025) calendar year, shall have communed in this congregation and shall have made a contribution of record to this
congregation. Members of this congregation who have satisfied these basic standards shall have the privilege of voice and vote at every regular and special meeting of the congregation.
The Lord's Cupboard Food Pantry
This is an urgent plea: The Lord’s Cupboard Food Pantry is seeing an increase in use by local families. If you are able to help supply the shelves with non-perishable food items, toiletries, laundry supplies, (and anything else that you routinely use at home), or monetary donations, it would be so appreciated. Thank you for your prayerful consideration.
Send cash or checks 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
Message of thanks from the Board of Worship
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
Upcoming events in August and September
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.
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