Worship
Blessing of
the Animals
First reading and Psalm
Jeremiah 31:27-34 Psalm 119:97-104
Alternate First reading and Psalm
Genesis 32:22-31 Psalm 121
Second reading
2 Timothy 3:14-4:5
Gospel
Luke 18:1-8
Lively music, reading, and preaching with special guests and a warm welcome. Communion on First Sundays.
State gives big boost to church housing plan
By Heather Hahn
Oct. 10, 2025 | UM News
Saying “Yes, In My Backyard,” many congregations are trying to help solve the U.S. housing crisis, which has been intensifying since the 2008-2009 Great Recession. According to the National Low-Income Housing Coalition, no state has an adequate housing supply for low-income renters, leaving many working families without a roof over their heads. Private-equity firms buying up single-family homes en masse also puts home ownership out of reach for many middle-income millennial and younger adults.
Ministries
Missions
We raise money to support local food banks, shelters, and charities, including our Good Samaritan Fund for needy neighbors. We cook for Emmanuel Dining Room and host a perpetual
food drive all year to feed the hungry.
To volunteer please call Nancy.
Contact Nancy Storer
storernancy@aol.com / 302-475-3549
In the old stone church, we are full of affordable treasures & staffed by
volunteers. The proceeds go to charities such as Claymont Food Closet, Sojourner's House, Sunday Breakfast, Friendship House, and others.
Open Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 10-3
Volunteers needed Mon morning 9-11 to stock & price; Wed, Thurs. & Fri half day at checkout counter. Call Dora to help!
Presently we enroll 85 children, in three classes for ages 2-5. We are a Christian preschool and daycare. Hours are full or part-time with lunch options as well as a summer camp.
Contact Vicki Antignani
chester.bethel.Preschool@gmail.com
Tel: 302-475-0377
Music Ministry
Carmella Selvaggio-Lynch is our Director of Music and organist. There is a bell choir headed by
Pam Manocchio and many opportunities to sing God's praise.
Contact Carmella Selvaggio-Lynch
carm12340@comcast.net | Tel: 302-475-3549
Weddings and Funerals
Weddings in the sanctuary are available to church members, their families, and folks in our surrounding community.
If you are interested in holding a funeral here, Pastor Kelly is ready to minister to you and your family, schedule permitting, regardless of your membership. Please contact the office at 302-475-3549.
