Bethany Lutheran Church- Fishersville, VA

Rev. Tim and Sue Bohlmann

of Bethany Lutheran Church

 in Fishersville, Virginia 

welcomed everyone to the 

Dedication Service on Sunday,

 November 10, 2019.

                                                                      -photo from SED Central Region FB page

A long time project of nearly 9 years

 has led to a beautiful new facility 

and the relocation 

of an entire congregation and ministry.

The history for this congregation spans centuries.

The first recorded baptism was April 6, 1772.

The families were gathering for worship

 in the 1740's in the Shenandoah Valley.

They have moved multiple times

 in their history and continue to seek facilities

 that meet the needs of the people.

They are a blessed example of "living out mission"

 that is more important than a building.

Sue Bohlmann and son Sam.

Sam is an active servant 

in this faith community.

                                                                                                                       -photo from SED Central Region FB page

Pastor Tim explains the

 "blowing of the shofar"

 for this special workshop service.

A wonderful catered meal 

was followed by a host of Thank Yous.

(center) Kirk Hymes- Southeastern District- 

Executive Director of Finance and Stewardship

gives praise to (left) Pastor Tim Bohlmann

for the teamwork and vision

 for the Ministry site move.

(right) SED President- Rev. Dr. John Denninger

 gives thanks for the long term partnership in Mission 

with Bethany Lutheran Church. 

 The views out of the school classroom windows.  

Lots of space here.

 Early Childhood Center

Beautifully designed space for children.

The view as you leave the parking lot of 

Bethany Lutheran Church.

Lie down in pastures green.

May this new ministry site be a blessing

 to the communities that surround it here.