A Welcoming Place for Everyone

No matter your background, your story, or where you are in your faith journey, you belong here. Bethany is a community where people are welcomed with open arms and without judgment.


We are real people learning to follow Jesus together, and there is room for you at the table. You don't have to walk through these doors with all the answers. We love hard questions!

Our Beliefs

We invite you to explore our beliefs and join us in our pursuit of living out our faith in boldness and passion.

  • Divine Scripture

    We believe the Bible is the Word of God, fully inspired by the Holy Spirit and without error in its original manuscripts. It holds supreme authority in all matters of faith and life.


    Scripture References

    II Timothy 3:15–17; II Peter 1:16–21; Romans 15:4; Colossians 3:16

  • Holy Trinity

    We believe there is one true and living God who exists eternally in three persons—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—equal in nature and working together in creation, providence, and redemption.


    Scripture References

    John 1:1–18; 5:19–24; 14:11; 16:7–15; Matthew 28:16–20

  • God the Father

    We believe in God the Father, who is perfect in holiness, wisdom, power, and love. He is actively involved in the lives of people, hears prayer, and saves those who come to Him through Jesus Christ.


    Scripture References

    Isaiah 46:8–11; 57:14–21; Matthew 5:48; 6:28–34; I John 5:14

  • Jesus Christ

    We believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God, born of a virgin, who lived a sinless life, performed miracles, died for our sins, rose bodily, ascended to heaven, intercedes for believers, and will return again.


    Scripture References

    Isaiah 9:1–7; Luke 1:26–38; John 10:22–38; Romans 8:34; I Corinthians 15:3–4

  • Holy Spirit

    We believe in the Holy Spirit who convicts of sin, brings new life, sanctifies believers, and empowers them to live for Christ. He dwells within every believer as helper, teacher, and guide.


    Scripture References

    John 14:15–26; 16:1–14; Romans 8:1–27

  • New Birth

    We believe all people are sinners in need of salvation. Those who repent and trust in Jesus Christ are made new through the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit.


    Scripture References

    Romans 3:23–24; 5:6–21; John 3:1–21; Titus 3:1–11; II Corinthians 5:14–21

  • The Church

    We believe in the universal church, made up of all believers, and in the local church, where followers of Jesus gather for worship, fellowship, and mission to share the Gospel.


    Scripture References

    Ephesians 4:1–5; Acts 2:46–48; Matthew 28:19–20; Romans 12:5

  • Christian Living

    We believe Christians are called to live for God’s glory, demonstrating integrity, stewardship, and spiritual growth while reflecting Christ to the world.


    Scripture References

    Matthew 5:3–12; Colossians 3:1–17; I Corinthians 4:2–3

  • Church Ordinances

    We believe Jesus established baptism and the Lord’s Supper as ordinances to be practiced by the church as expressions of faith and remembrance.


    Scripture References

    Matthew 26:26–29; 28:16–20; Acts 2:38; I Corinthians 11:23–26

  • Religious Freedom

    We believe every person is accountable to God in matters of faith, and that the church must remain independent from government authority.


    Scripture References

    Colossians 2:6–23; Matthew 22:15–22; Romans 13:1–14; I Corinthians 10:23–24

  • Church Unity

    We believe churches can work together voluntarily to advance the mission of Jesus Christ while maintaining local independence.


    Scripture References

    Hebrews 10:24–25; Ephesians 4:3–6; I Corinthians 12:12–14; Philippians 1:15–18

  • Final Judgment

    We believe in the return of Jesus Christ, the resurrection of the dead, final judgment, eternal life for the righteous, and eternal separation for the wicked.


    Scripture References

    John 14:3; I Thessalonians 4:13–18; Revelation 20:11–15