FROM THE DESK OF THE PASTOR

Monthly Pastoral Epistles

"One flock. One Shepherd. One monthly letter."

Welcome to From the Desk of the Pastor,

a monthly Pastoral Epistle written by Pastor Erick D. Bowens.

Throughout Scripture, God used written words to strengthen His people between gatherings.

These monthly letters continue that tradition by offering biblical encouragement, spiritual direction, and the heart of the shepherd for the Bethel Temple family.

Each month you will find:

A word for the season
Biblical encouragement
Prayer focuses for our church and families
Pastoral insight
A challenge to help us grow together in Christ

Whether you have been part of Bethel Temple for decades or you are just beginning your journey with us, my prayer is that these letters strengthen your faith, deepen your walk with Christ,

and help us remain united as we follow His leading together.

"Pay careful attention to yourselves and to all the flock...

to shepherd the church of God." — Acts 20:28

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August 2026 • Family Matters Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Happy August! I pray this letter finds you walking in the faithfulness of God and confident that He who began a good work in you will be faithful to complete it. We have stepped into the eighth month of the year. Throughout Scripture, the number eight is often associated with new beginnings, resurrection, and a fresh start. While we never build doctrine on numbers alone, they of

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July 2026 • Stay Prayed Up Grace and peace to you from God our Father, I pray this letter finds you resting in the abundance of God's embrace and under the safety of His divine care. Beginning this month, it is my desire to write to you at the start of every month. These letters are simply the heart of your Pastor—an opportunity to share what I believe the Lord is saying to our church family, encourage you through His Word, and help us move together in the direction He is lea

Erick Bowens

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