Welcome to a brief overview of some of the ministries of Bethany Covenant Church. We are a community of faith that gathers together to worship God and to gain greater understanding of what it means to be a follower of Christ. We invite you to consider how you may find your place in the Church through worship, education, fellowship, and service. There are many opportunities for you to enhance your journey with Christ through the ministries and programs of Bethany Covenant Church.
As you take time to explore our website, remember that we are first and foremost a community of faith that is made up of people just like you. Join us as we venture on our journey of faith together.
Music
Music plays a vital role in the ministry of Bethany Covenant Church. In addition to developing one's musical skills, singing in or playing with an ensemble matures us as Christians; encourages fellowship within the dynamics of the small group; ministers to each other, the congregation, and the community in diverse ways; and is a great deal of fun! Questions can be directed to Olga Ljungholm, Minister of Worship and Music.
Drama
In this ministry we seek to bring the message of God's good news through active visual presentation. God's love seems to touch us dramatically when we see it depicted in ways that affect our ordinary lives. The Drama Team meets monthly to prepare for sketches and is open to adults and young people, high school age up. The Drama Team has also done one major production per year including "Godspell", "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" and "Quilters". Please contact Al Kim or Ann Quinn with your interest.
Christian Education
Learning is a life long process. Through our Christian Education Ministries we seek to provide opportunities for growth, development and leadership. We encourage every member and friend of the Bethany family to become invovled in life long learning from God's Word. Contact Pastor Diane Stevenson, Associate Pastor with questions on how you can become involved.
Children's Ministry (ages infant through 6th grade)
Children's Ministries provides a supportive environment in which children can learn of God's love as it relates to their daily lives and experiences. Contact person is Colleen Kim, Director of Children's Ministries.
Sunday Morning Educational Ministries for all ages
9:45-10:45 a.m. Christian Education for all ages, from nursery through adult. Most classes meet on the lower level.
Child Care for Infants & Toddlers- from birth through age 3
Preschool Class- 4 year olds through Kindergarten
Elementary Age- 1st grade through 6th grade
Middle School- 7th and 8th graders - confirmation (2 year course)
Senior High School- 9th - 12th grades TALC time (Talking About the Living Christ)
Adult Classes- Our adult classes are organized in "life-stage neighborhoods". The neighborhood groupings are flexible, offering friendship and support. We encourage you to try several for one that fits you.
Monday Family Night
During the school year, Monday nights are Family Nights at Bethany, where families of one or 10, gather for a meal and activities for all ages. 5:00 p.m.- Dinner (nominal fee)
5:30 p.m. - Children and Youth choir rehearsals
6:00 p.m. - Activities for children, youth and adults
Monday Night Activities for Children
Explorers - Toddler - Pre K
Pathfinders - Kindergarten ~ Grade 2
Trailblazers - Grades 3 and 4
Bridge - Grades 5 and 6
Youth Ministry
The purpose of the Youth Ministry is to provide a safe, spiritually enriching and fun place for our youth to grow in their faith. In a caring Christian community, students are encouraged to daily seek & follow God, as they face struggles in life and are challenged to be servant leaders in the world.
Regular Youth Group activities include fellowship, worship, music, games, Bible study, devotions and community service projects. Both Junior and Senior High students have an opportunity to participate in retreats, mission trips and other special events. Questions about this ministry can be directed to Becky Poor, Minister to Youth.
Adult Opportunites for Spiritual Growth
We also offer weekday opportunities for educational and spiritual growth. We take seriously the call to be life long learners. Check with the church office for further information.
Covenant Bible Study Fellowships
Discipleship
Women's and Mens' Ministries
Care Ministry
Prayer Team
Stephen Ministry
Service
Along with worship, education, and fellowship, Bethany Covenant Church encourages its members and friends to become actively involved in service opportunities both in the community and in the world. Here are some of the ways you can become involved in serving those in need:
Friendship Center
World Mission
World Relief
The Children's Home of Cromwell
The New England Searfarer's Mission
Angel Tree
Covenant to Care/Adopt a Social Worker Program
Food Drives
Pilgrim Pines Christian Conference Center
Pilgrim Pines is a camp and conference center ministry of the East Coast Conference of the Evanglical Covenant Church. Their sole purpose is to glorify God by providing a Christian environment for the personal growth of youth, individuals and families. Great teaching, meaningful relationships and a renewed desire to serve Jesus Christ are some of the blessings of spending time at Pilgrim Pines. They offer summer camp for children, youth and families in addition to winter retreats. The church office can provide further information, or call (603)352-0443.
