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Bethel is Open - Fall 2020!

Bethel is open to allow in-person gatherings!! Come join us for the 11:00am service! Each Sunday we are allowing 120 people to pre-register at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/bethel-bible-chapel-sault-ste-marie-30490922790

For Frequently Asked Questions about the Bethel being open, please visit this link: https://www.bethelbiblechapel.com/news-events/news-events/453-bethel-reopening-frequently-asked-questions

The online Live Stream will still be available each Sunday throughout the summer. This will begin at 11:00am, and the link can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/bethelbiblechapelssm/live

Please contact Bethel's leadership if you have any questions: https://www.bethelbiblechapel.com/contact 

Bethel Pandemic Response - Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are any ministries/programs running at Bethel?
A. We are slowly reopening Bethel for Sunday services. Please see this link for more information: https://www.bethelbiblechapel.com/news-events/news-events/453-bethel-reopening-frequently-asked-questions
For information about weekly ministries that are restarting, please click this link: https://www.bethelbiblechapel.com/news-events/news-events/462-fall-ministry-bethel

Q. Does Bethel have a service online?
A. Each Sunday for the next while, the Family Bible Hour will be broadcast via YouTube Live Stream starting at 11:00am (Rolling announcements to start at 10:50am) - the service will include the Lord's Supper at the end. 
The YouTube link is here: https://www.youtube.com/bethelbiblechapelssm/live
The YouTube Live Stream videos can be replayed on Bethel's YouTube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/bethelbiblechapelssm
Listen to or download audio sermons here: https://www.bethelbiblechapel.com/bethel-media/2020-sermons

Q. How can I continue my financial support of Bethel?
A. Donations can be made to Bethel by: 
1. E-transfer to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
2. Online at https://www.bethelbiblechapel.com/donate-online
2. Cheque (no Cash) - mail to Bethel Bible Chapel, 686 Black Road, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 0C8

Q. I need help? I would like someone to pray with me?
A. Please contact one of the elders, Len Peake or Nicholas Sarlo directly, or through Bethel’s prayer request form: https://bethelbiblechapel.churchcenter.com/people/forms/129460

Q. How can I get involved? I would like to help…
A. Please contact one of the elders, Len Peake or Nicholas Sarlo directly, or through Bethel’s contact page: https://www.bethelbiblechapel.com/contact

Bethel Reopening - Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How many people will be allowed to attend a Sunday service?
A. The guidelines state that we can hold services with up to 30% capacity for our space. Accounting for volunteers we are allowing 120 pre-registered attendees.
You can find our registration form at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/bethel-bible-chapel-sault-ste-marie-30490922790

Q. Will there still be a YouTube Live Stream?
A. Yes, the service will still be available by Live Stream. This will begin at 10:00am, and the link can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/bethelbiblechapelssm/live

Q. How does physical distancing work at Bethel?
A. A minimum of 2m (6ft) will be maintained at all times between household units in the building.
Hard plastic chairs will be set up and spaced apart to accommodate this as well as arrivals and dismissals staggered to allow for spacing.
We will only use the North parking lot and entrance. Areas not being used for the service will be blocked off.

Q. Will you provide hand sanitizer?
A. Hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance of the building. You will be required to use it upon entering.

Q. Do I need to wear a mask?
A. At this time, out of love for neighbour and the vulnerable among us, we are requiring all attendees to wear a mask for the duration of the service. Please bring our own mask if you have one. If not, we will provide one upon arrival.

Q. How long will the service be?
A. The service will be 1 hour in length. From 10:00am to 11:00am.
Due to restrictions there will be needed time before and after the service to get settled and dismiss attendees, so please plan to arrive 15-20 minutes early.

Q. What about washrooms?
A. We are asking that only one person use the facilities at a time. Doors will be propped open and hand washing signs posted clearly.

Q. What about my kids?
A. Initially the nursery and Sunday School will be closed. Children will be welcome to the service and must sit with their family.
We understand that maintaining social distancing with children is a challenge. As we think through these challenges we hope to have a more accommodating solution soon.
A diaper change station will be available in the women's washroom in the Fellowship Hall.

Q. Will we be participating in the Lord's Supper?
A. Yes, at the end of our service one of the elders will lead the congregation in the Lord's supper. Bread and grape juice will be pre-portioned in stacked cups and picked up for those who want to participate on your way into the main auditorium.
For those joining in on the Live Stream you will need to prepare your own bread and juice.

Q. Will there be congregational singing?
A. We believe singing is commanded in Scripture (Colossians 3:16), therefore, we will have music as part of the service. We will limit the number of songs to one or two at this time and require facemasks when in the building to limit airborne particles.

Q. How will the facility be cleaned?
A. The facility is cleaned weekly including all doors and hard surfaces. Additional considerations will be taken to minimize contact with surfaces such as doors being opened for attendees and using hard plastic chairs that are easier to move and clean as needed.

Q. What are some questions to ask before coming to Bethel?
A. If you have been feeling sick, have a temperature, have travelled outside of the country or to infection regions, or have come into contact with someone who has had contact with the virus, we ask that you stay home for the 14 days as recommended by our health authorities.

Fall Ministry @ Bethel

Awana Clubs
Starts Tuesday, September 22nd...for more information, please click here.

Ladies Bible Study 
Started Wednesday, September 9th at 9:30am at Bethel. It will be held on alternating Wednesdays.
We are following Algoma Public Health guidelines of wearing a mask, distancing, and providing names and phone numbers when attending. 
You may bring your own fluids, but sharing is not permitted.

Ladies Coffee Hour 
Started Wednesday, September 16th at 9:30am at Bethel. It will be held on alternating Wednesdays.
We are following Algoma Public Health guidelines of wearing a mask, distancing, and providing names and phone numbers when attending. 
You may bring your own fluids, but sharing is not permitted.

Small Groups
Starting up in October this Fall. Small groups will meet in homes, at Bethel, or an online Zoom group - they typically meet for 1 1/2 to 2 hours on Wednesday or Thursday evenings...for more information, please click here.

Sunday School
Starts Sunday, September 20th at 10:15am at Bethel...for more information, please click here.

Youth Group
Meeting September 18th at 7:00pm at Bethel...Grades 9-12 would love to see you there. (Algoma Public Health guidelines regarding masks and physical distancing will be observed where required.)

How Can We Be Praying For You?

How can we be praying for you? Please share with us.
Prayer requests are confidential and only shared with our leadership team at Bethel Bible Chapel.
Please click here: https://bethelbiblechapel.churchcenter.com/people/forms/129460

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Small Groups - In-Person or Virtual - Fall 2020!

Small groups at Bethel: Get connected through small groups this fall!

Groups of about 8-10 will be meeting weekly in homes or online. Starting the week of October 6th.

Sign-up online today at this link: https://bethelbiblechapel.churchcenter.com/people/forms/168820

We will be studying the book of Jonah, using the video and workbook resources of Paul Tripp.

Public Health guidelines will be followed with regards to physical distancing and food sharing.

Fall 2020 - Small Groups

IN-PERSON - WEDNESDAY

Leaders: Andrew & Jennifer Sarlo FULL
Host: Jen Jonusaitis, Millcreek, 7:30pm, Limit 10

Leaders: Len & Becky Peake FULL
Host: Greg & Kaitlynn Bright, 11 Golf Range Cres., 7:30pm, Limit 10

Leaders/Host: Nathan & Jennifer Lambert
440  Pine St., 7:30pm, Limit 10

Leaders: Graham & Val Lidstone FULL
Host: Jeff & Jess Jonusaitis, 151 Pageant Dr., 7:30pm, Limit 8

Leaders/Hosts John & Erin Barban
1896 Queen St. E., 8:00pm, Limit 10

Leaders/Host: Renate & Ralf Glas
359 Chambers Ave., 7:00pm,  Limit 10

Leaders/Host: Ken & Gaele Overman
52 Poplar Ave., 7:00pm, Limit 10

IN-PERSON - THURSDAY

Leaders/Host: Bruno & Marilyn Barban
114 Lewis Rd., 7:30pm, Limit 10

Leaders: Joe & Jackie Cain
Hosts: Ken and Krista Kalinowski, 596 John St., 7:00pm, Limit 8

Leaders/Host: Gerald & Betsi Fowler
137 Birkshire Place, 7:00pm,Limit 10

VIRTUAL (ZOOM) - TUESDAY

Leaders: Dean & Susanne Anderson 
7:30pm,  Limit 10

VIRTUAL (ZOOM) - WEDNESDAY

Leaders: Peter & Marilyn Aceti
7:00pm, Limit 10

Leaders: Andrew & Christine Horst / Sandy & Elise Norris
8:00pm,  Limit 12

If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer or Andrew Sarlo or send a message on the Contact Page. 

Watch Online

Join us online (YouTube Live Stream) each Sunday at 11:00am by clicking on the image below:

You may want to tune in at 10:50am so you can settle in and make sure everything is working before we start at 11:00am.

The service will include announcements, worship and a sermon. The Lord's Supper will be incorporated at the end of the service (please prepare your own bread and juice).

Any questions, please use the Bethel Contact Page.