Have you ever wondered what Bethlehem was like when Joseph and Mary arrived more than 2,000 years ago? Bethesda Baptist Church in Brownsburg is hosting the annual Back to Bethlehem event from December 1-December 3, 2017 to give attendees a glimpse back in time. This interactive program recreates life in a small town first century Middle Eastern culture. A variety of characters will be present in period attire to interact with participants. These town residents … [Read more...]
Back to Bethlehem at Bethesda Baptist Church
Bethesda Baptist Church in Brownsburg is gearing up for an event called Back to Bethlehem on December 2nd and 3rd, 2016. The event will seek to recreate the experience that Joseph and Mary had when they entered Bethlehem more than 2,000 years ago. Event attendees will "travel back in time" to mingle with other people who are visiting Bethlehem. The program will recreate small town life in a first century Middle Eastern culture. Participants will be able to interact with a … [Read more...]
Support Local Food Pantries
The Town of Browburg's annual "Let's Give" food drive will take place from November 2nd through December 4th. The food drive helps a local food pantry keep a stock of non-perishable food items through the holiday season. The following food item donations are suggested: Peanut butter Oatmeal Cereal Canned meat, chicken, and tuna Canned or dry soup Boxed or canned potatoes Macaroni & cheese Rice Pasta Pasta sauce Canned fruit, vegetable, and … [Read more...]
Fight Hunger in Hendricks County
Times have been tough on many in our community. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Indiana’s poverty rate has increased to 16.3%--one point higher than the national average. Seniors and children are at a higher risk; Gleaners Food Bank’s hunger relief network provides more than 11,000 senior citizens with emergency food assistance each year, and the network served approximately 69,187 children under the age of 18 in central and southeastern Indiana in 2009. But no … [Read more...]