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Welcome to Bethel!

Our Welcome Statement

We welcome you to Bethel.  We see you as we see ourselves, vulnerable to the challenges of human relationships, and deeply beloved by God.

We welcome you who have ever felt excluded by the church because of race, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, physical or mental ability, family or economic status, or for a reason known only to you. We welcome you whether church life is familiar to you or your faith journey is new, whether you are certain in your beliefs or unsure what you believe.

We invite you here because God is inviting you to be here. Striving to create a place where all feel safe and can find peace, let us share the unconditional love of God and, in the power of the Holy Spirit, work together to extend grace, mercy, and justice – within Bethel, in our communities, and the world.

Our Mission

Jesus loves you. Walk with Him.

Our Vision

Worship

Connecting people to Jesus through worship, praise and thanksgiving.

Community

Building a Christ-focused community. Recognizing all people as created and loved by God. Devoted to learning, fellowship and prayer.

Learning

Growing faith in Christ through learning about God and His will for us.

Serving

Bringing peace to weary souls through Jesus. Love and comfort those who are hurting. Being Christ in the world through outreach and service.

Future

Building the next generation of believers through nurturing youth and family.

Our Story

Learn about the history of our congregation, from our founding in 1865 to today. Learn more

Our Denomination

Bethel is a part of a larger group of churches called the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, or ELCA. Learn more