October 2026 Monthly News
Updated: 5 days ago
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.
Every Sunday: Worship at 9:00 a.m., fellowship and Sunday School
Every Monday: The Lord's Cupboard, 5:00 p.m.
Every Tuesday: Tuesday Together Time, 12:00 p.m.
Every Wednesday: Wednesday Kids, Confirmation, Youth Group
October 6: Worship at Timberland, 2:00 p.m.
October 11: First Communion Class, 3:00 p.m.
October 13: Mobile Food Truck at Bethesda
October 18: First Communion during Worship
October 19: Church Council, 7:00 p.m.
October 22: Newsletter Deadline
October 25: New Member Class, 3:00 p.m.
Pastor Jonathan Dolan's Installation
Pastor Jonathan will be installed during the church service on October 25, 2026. Please join us for lunch in the fellowship hall following the service to welcome Pastor Jonathan and his family to Bethesda Lutheran Church.
Annual Pumpkin Auction Fundraiser
It’s that time of year again! The High School Youth Group will be decorating pumpkins for the annual Pumpkin Auction fundraiser.
Come Sunday, October 25 prepared to see the wonderful creations and bid on your favorites. There will a be a baked potato bar meal.
The proceeds from the pumpkin auction are used the Christmas Giving Tree and for the youth program.
The Lord's Cupboard Needed Items
As the holiday season approaches, we reflect on the wonderful spirit of togetherness that defines our community. Your cash donations allow us to provide extra support and a little extra cheer to local families in need.
Most needed items: soup, cereal, juice, jello, pasta, corn, detergents, toiletries.
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: October 13, 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).
Bergen Fall Festival
On Sunday, October 24, 11:00 am. to 1:00 p.m. Drive through meal and bake sale. Free will offering. Turkey sandwich, pasta salad, baked beans, chips, blondies, banana bars and more. Bergen Lutheran Church, 101 W. Maple, Roland, Iowa
More in the newsletter and calendar:
A Joyful Moment in Our Life Together: The Gift of an Installation Service — 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
Mutual Ministry Committee
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.
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