COMMUNITY
Bethel is committed to building real and lasting relationships among its members and with our neighbors in South Minneapolis. We are a warm and friendly church, truly welcoming of anyone we meet.
We come from all sorts of backgrounds and value being intergenerational. We are moms and dads, toddlers, tweens, single, married, divorced, widowed, GLBTQIA+, retired, in college and grandparents. We have mental health issues, physical disabilities, unique talents and gifts, quirks and foibles, lots of fun with each other and God's love to share.
To me Bethel is a congregation where I know everyone can be heard and loved for who they are and the social justice they believe in. We have a common heart opened toward loving our neighbors, and common hands to turn our love into action.
This is my family. We are Irish, Swedish, Norwegian, French, American Indian, Korean, Spanish, African American, Hmong. We are all God's children and I love them with all my heart.
Bethel is my family too!
FUN WITH OUR NEIGHBORS
PLEASE NOTE THAT BUILDING USE AND EVENTS ARE CURRENTLY SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID-19
OPEN GYM
Mondays & Wednesdays
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Come on over and shoot some hoops, let the kids run off some energy, put together a pick up game, meet in the youth room to play a board game or just relax. Balls are available to borrow, just ask the custodian on duty. Due to demand at times, the gym may be divided by age to keep the little ones safe. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP
Wednesdays
9:30 - 11:30 am
Let's play! We have a huge gym and toys to share! Playgroup is for children 5 and under accompanied by a parent or caregiver. While the little ones run and play, there is time for adults to visit. Two volunteers will join your time together. Playgroup meets during the school year excepting days MPLS schools have off. For more info, call our office, (612) 724-3693.
2nd SATURDAY CONCERT SERIES
Second Saturdays 3pm
Schedule TBA
Bethel hosts high quality local musicians who share their talents through a series of free concerts. They are open to the public and ALL are welcome. Past acts have included brass, guitar, jazz, swing, ensembles. Proceeds from the concert further the music ministry at Bethel.
SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS SUMMER DAYCAMP
Each summer kids across South Minneapolis have a blast learning about God's love through art, service, and other fun activities. At Daycamp they meet new
friends and grow together as larger community.
ANNUAL PICNIC
Hot Dogs | Hamburgers | Tamales | Grilled Corn | Chips | Desserts
Bouncy House | Petting Zoo | Neighborhood groups
Live Music!
Stop on by, grab a bite to eat and meet some new friends!
BETHEL BAZAAR
The Bazaar hosts local artists and their crafts, Granny's Attic, a splendid lunch, a visit from Santa, and the Cookie Walk. Thousands of homemade cookies are baked for this occasion! You pick the ones you want and pack them into a set price box. Is there any better way to get a start on the holidays other than some seasonal treats?
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Bethel's building serves as host to many tenants including neighborhood organizations, scout groups and support groups.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
