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April 11, 2007

Bethany Press Dedicates New Equipment

Bethany Press, a division of Bethany International, recently held a dedication service to ask for God’s blessing on two new pieces of equipment that have been installed. Dan Brokke, president of Bethany International, shared his thoughts on how Bethany Press is contributing to the fulfillment of Bethany’s vision and to the success of its customers:

"Bethany Press plays a critical part in Bethany International’s ministry to reach the world for Jesus. We are tremendously encouraged to see the spirit in which Bethany Press partners with Christian publishing ministries to accelerate the message of Christ in reaching the world. The investment of Bethany Press into the new 5-color press and the high-speed binder represents their commitment to provide the service, quality and cost-effectiveness that Christian publishers should expect from their printing partners.

Bethany International board member Tom Shetler dedicates the new sheetfed press

"The team at Bethany Press is passionately pursuing an environment where business and ministry are joined together for the glory of God. This very spirit - the desire to delight God’s heart and extend His Kingdom - shows up in every aspect of their service. Today we dedicate these two new pieces of equipment and consecrate ourselves once again to the task of ’making disciples of all nations.’ It is why we are here and it is what we are called to do."

Associates of Bethany International and Bethany Press joined board members as they prayed that God would use the new equipment to increase Bethany’s effectiveness in sending forth His word into the world to change lives.

Bethany Press board member George Foster prays over the new binder line

"Operationally, the new equipment greatly improves our ability to offer our customers shorter turn times, even greater quality, and peace of mind," states Pete Larson, COO of Bethany Press. "We’re constantly listening to what our customers need and adjusting our plans to meet those needs. Plus, we are able to rejoice in the knowledge that our efforts in some way help people grow in the knowledge and love of God."

Bethany Press will be hosting a public open house later this year for all of its partners to attend.

Associates from Bethany's many ministries came to the dedication