St. Stephen's Evangelical Lutheran Church, as an instrument of God's Holy Spirit, is a familiy of faithful believers that exists to bring people to a saving and nurturing relationship with Jesus Christ.
We trust, that as you explore the information on this page about our congregational life, you will understand the joy of our shared ministry. Striving to be a people with a committed faith in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Saviour and in the firm foundation of this congregation, we share a sincere love and sense of fellowship that brings us closer together as we worship, learn, and serve our Lord. Everyone is welcome to our services, programs, and events.
If I, or any member of St. Stephen's, can be of assistance to you, please feel free to call upon us.
May God bless you as you grow in your
relationship with Jesus Christ and His Church.
67 W. Washington Ave., Bethlehem, PA 18018-2433
610-865-0601 ~ fax 610-865-0883
ststephensoffice@ptd.net
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Music: "Winter Escape" by Tillman Sillescu
Publications & Forms
(pdf files)
The Voice of St. Stephen's
July 2014
Want to know more about St. Stephen's? Read our monthly newsletter! It contains articles from our members and Pastor, information about upcoming services and events, photos from church and preschool activities, Bible trivia, quotations, member birthdays & anniversaries, church activities calendar and worship volunteer schedule.
Previous Issues: June 2014~ May 2014
Flower Sponsor Form
Would you like to sponsor flowers to adorn our church? Just complete and submit this online form!
No payment is required with the submission of the form.
St. Stephen's Preschool
Founded in 1970, St. Stephen's Preschool is a non-demoninational school offering an enrichment program of living experiences and curriculum geared to the needs of 2, 3, and 4 year old children of all races and color.
St. Stephen's Preschool Schedule 2014-2015
St. Stephen's Preschool Registration 2014-2015
St. Stephen's Preschool Registration 2015-2016
St. Stephen's Christian Education
Our Sunday Program is based on the "Faithville" Workshop Rotation Model in which children study and experience the same Bible story or concept for 4 weeks, rotating in various areas such as storytelling & games, arts & crafts, drama, music, and cooking.
Sunday School Registration Form 2013-2014
Sunday School Schedule 2013-2014
Two of our most popular events are the annual fundraisers for the Sunday School - a Spaghetti Dinner held in February and an Easter Breakfast, held between the worship services on Easter morning.
Children from preschool through fifth grade (ages 4-12) enjoy our popular VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL on weekday mornings for two weeks in July.
VBS Online Registration Form; pdf version 2014
VBS Online Helper Availability Form; pdf 2014
Bible Study is held most Wednesday nights at 6:00pm, October through May. If you're interested in attending, please call or email the church office for the current schedule.
St. Stephen's Dart Baseball Team
If you enjoy playing darts, or want to learn, join our team! Games are played at area churches on a rotating basis, September through April, Monday nights at 7:30pm.
Dart Team Schedule 2013-2014
Annual Fall Festival
Every year in October, our Evangelism Committee hosts a Fall Festival for our members and the community. One of the highlights is a section devoted to local crafts.
Fall Festival Crafter's Registration Form 2013
Church History
St. Stephen's Timeline & Chronological List
of Pastor's Serving St. Stephen's
Delving Into Our Church History with
Nevin Yeakel
A series of articles about the history
of the church written by our archivist.
The Meaning of the Luther Rose
Learn why and how Martin Luther created the symbol of our faith.
NEXT COMMUNION SERVICESJuly 20, 9:15 a.m.
August 3, 9:15 a.m.
SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE JUNE 1 - AUGUST 31
No Sunday School.
One service only at 9:15 a.m.
No nursery during the service.
Calendar of Services & Special Events
It's VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2014 for kids age 4 thru 5th grade!July 14-July 25
9:00am-11:30am
Registration is closed for VBS 2014. Email the church office if you would like to be added to our mailing list for next year's VBS!
Sunday, August 17Fellowship Program
Following the 9:15 a.m. worship service, the Social Ministry Committee invites you to join them for a light lunch featuring guest speaker Mary Ann Stroup from "Days For Girls."
This group empowers women worldwide by direct distribution of sustainable feminine hygiene kits, by raising awareness and, more importantly, by helping impoverished communities start their own programs to supply kits and training.
If you would like information on the following, please call or email the church office.
To have Pastor Koch preside over a Baptism, Wedding or Funeral, to be held at the church or elsewhere
Information on First Communion and Confirmation Classes
To have Pastor Koch visit a sick or home-bound loved one.
