FAQs

How should I dress to church?

You will find a wide variety of dress at Bethel – from suits to jeans, from dressy, to dressy casual, and causal. It's up to you.

How long is the church service?

Approximately 90 minutes

What is the music like?

We have an eclectic style that is a combination of contemporary and soulful music. Our choir and band members come from different backgrounds and bring together years of experience, talent and skills.

What children's programs are offered?

We offer nursery, pre-school, and elementary children’s ministry and teaching that is fun, interactive, and inspirational. Children’s Ministry for infants – fifth grade is available at every service.

How do I get connected at Bethel?

We offer a number of opportunities to meet others and to get involved including ministry/volunteer opportunities; participation in a variety of small groups; and interest groups. If you are new to Bethel you can sign up for our Connection classes, where you can meet others and find out a lot more about who we are, what we believe and why we exist in our community.

Are first-time visitor pressured to become members of Bethel?

Can I visit with no obligation? Bethel is a welcoming church community whether you are visiting for the first time or not. You can take advantage of membership and Bible study classes whenever you want to. There is no obligation to become a member of Bethel.

I do not have church background and have not lived a moral lifestyle. Will I fit in?

At Bethel we believe in God’s love for humanity regardless of the past. We believe in His redemptive power to heal and transform broken lives. We also believe in God’s saving grace. At Bethel, you will meet many ‘trophies of grace’ – men and women like you - who came searching and eventually found a place they could call home.

I'm turned off by organized religion. Why would I want to go to come to Bethel?

We are not perfect but in everyway we can we aim to be ambassadors of Christ and His love. The vibrant and loving atmosphere at Bethel will show you that we are not interested in organized religion, but rather in building relationships and godly character. Our worship is dynamic, the preaching of God’s word is powerful, and the sense of community is real. What is most important to us is the Gospel of Jesus, expressed daily through the lives of members of our congregation.

Is it really necessary to go to church? Why can I not simply pray and meditate on my own?

The vitality of Christianity is experienced in communion with other believers, through meaningful fellowship, vibrant worship and hearing God’s Word preached. We see through life of the apostles and believers in the early Church that Christianity was never a private matter. Rather, it was and still is a communal celebration of God’s love and saving grace.