Our new series, A Dream Worth Building, walks through the Old Testament book of Haggai — ten weeks tracing one exhausted, overcommitted community's honest journey from misplaced priority to real hope. This is an invitation to build something that’ll stand for years to come.

It's finally here! Download the Bethany Church App to stay connected all week long: see our livestreams, watch past sermons, register for events, join a group, and so much more!

To download the app, and dive deeper into its features, click here.

Join us for a special night of worship as we look ahead to all that God has in store for Bethany Church. Together, we'll worship, seek God's presence, and pray over the future of our church, our community, and the people we're called to reach.

This is a free event, but we ask that people register as soon as the option is available so we can ensure that everyone who comes will have a seat. Register here.

We are just one week away from our next EncounterGod Weekend! This is an incredible opportunity to deepen your walk with the Lord this fall. Enjoy times of worship, be challenged through insightful teachings applicable to Christian life, hear courageous and inspiring testimonies of healing and deliverance, receive prayer from well trained prayer partners, and more!

Registration cost is at an all-time low!
Click here to register, this is a weekend you don't want to miss!

Faith Driven Entrepreneur is a gathering of kingdom minded entrepreneurs whose tribe to align their business with their faith. Coming together to encourage and sharpen one another, these leaders build meaningful relationships and discover new opportunities for growth.

This isn't your typical conference - it's 2 hours with battle-tested entrepreneurs who've faced the risk, rejection, and weight you're carrying right now. No fluff, no empty motivation - just founders who've build businesses that honor God without losing their edge, thriving in the grind.

You're not alone in wondering if you're doing business differently; thousands of entrepreneurs know their faith is their competitive edge, and you belong here. Stop feeling isolated - the support you need is right in front of you.

Click here to claim your place.

Two of Bethany's flagship support groups - GriefShare and DivorceCare - are underway now, and it's never too late to join.

Shay Lavery and George Bukow are wonderfully compassionate GriefShare facilitators who've each lost spouses and understand the pain of grief. They've also experienced healing and restoration, and bring all of this to bear in a group that offers mutual Christ-centered care and support during a time of bereavement.

Scott McKinney brings a tender and kind approach to guiding individuals in a group setting through the complex challenges of divorce.

Both programs utilize the best of pastoral, clinical, and peer-based insights in a workbook and video-style teaching that stimulates personal and group reflection.

If you're hurting from the loss of a loved one, register for GriefShare here.
If you're going through or recovering from a divorce, register for DivorceCare here.
 
"God is near to the broken-hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit" Psalm 34:18

Mom's Connect is seeking dependable, safe, and nurturing adult and teen (13+) childcare workers to care for children ages 0 to 4 years old.

Moms Connect meets from September 23rd to May 12th on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month (with exceptions in November, February, and April due to school breaks). They meet from 9:00–11:30 AM at our Greenland Campus.

Pay is approximately $30 per session.
Applicants are required to complete an application, faith & church form, and background check.

If interested, email us at spardue@bethanychurch.com

Wednesday Night Small Groups are starting back up on September 23rd! We are glad to be able to provide dinner to all of our participants; if you like to cook or are looking for a way to serve, helping at any of our campuses with our Kitchen Teams on Wednesday nights is a great opportunity!

Email abousquin@bethanychurch.com to learn more about serving

Do you have a heart for kids and would love to help them grow in their faith? Invest in the next generation of disciples by serving on Sunday morning with Bethany Kids!

We are looking for small group leaders for our Kindergarten and second grade classrooms.

Email tklouse@bethanychurch.com to get additional information about serving!

Mark your calendars! We will have our annual Corn Maze this fall on October 11th at Coppal House Farm! Bring the entire family (adults, kids, middle/high school students welcome!), conquer the maze, and hang out with friends! This is always a favorite event!
 
Click here to register.

Please join us in prayer this week for:
 
Nepal:
 Let’s continue to pray for the flood victims and their families in Nepal. Bob Clinton, our missionary to Nepal, and his team with First Love Ministries are on the ground in the most affected areas. They continue to offer both practical help and spiritual support. Roads are hard to navigate as many have been washed out. So many people are in need that it’s taking quite an emotional toll on aid workers. Days are long. Like Moses holding up his staff at Rephidim to defeat the Amalekites and needing Aaron and Hur to support his arms (Exodus 17:12-14), we can help Bob and his team keep going in Nepal.

As we pray for the meeting of practical needs, let’s also consider the spiritual battle at hand. A Wycliffe Bible Translator has shared: “Timure is just one of the villages wiped out by the flood. The people in this village speak the “Wara” language, one of the groups Wycliffe works with. 80-90% of the houses in the village are gone, along with most of the people. 39 kids there lost both parents. Among the Wara, there are only 10 known believers (4 of whom are on the translation team). Please pray for this group!”

Imagine what God’s Word in their language can do to bring hope, comfort, a deeper faith and a strong testimony to this village! Pray that His translated Word would speak into lives!

Jessica Wyman working in Ukraine:
Jessica has just returned to Ukraine after a break in the US this summer. Her plans are to work in the western part of the country serving alongside other mission groups and helping with translation. Please pray for Jessica’s safety but also for her to hear God’s voice as He directs her steps from day to day. While the situation in Ukraine looks darker and darker, God is doing something amazing! Pray for the spiritual transformation that is taking place in people’s live.

At Bethany, we believe that work is a gift from God. We are always looking for hard-working, passionate individuals to join our growing team! Current open positions are:

-Communications Coordinator (Part-Time)

If you're new here at Bethany, are looking to get involved, or just have some questions, come to DISCOVER BETHANY! Learn more about the heart and mission of Bethany Church, meet others in the community, ask questions and explore your Next Steps in faith!

Copyright © 2026 Bethany Church, All rights reserved.

For many of us, the Bible sits on a shelf or a nightstand, respected but largely untouched. We believe it matters, but we're not quite sure what to do with it beyond the occasional reading plan we abandon by February. Yet Scripture is not passive. Jesus treated it as the foundation of everything He taught, and the weapon He reached for to combat distortions with truth. The early church devoted themselves to it. The psalmist called it sweeter than honey. Something has been lost between their experience of God's Word and ours. This series, PRACTICE MAKES PROGRESS, is an invitation to recover it. 

This fall, we will be relaunching our website, our giving platform, and releasing our new Bethany Church App! Our website will become the front-door for those who are checking out Bethany for the first time, and the app was designed for our Bethany Church family to connect and grow with ease!

Each week until our launch on September 13th, we will reveal a new element of the app to you, so you can see how it was designed to be your tool to stay connected to Bethany all week long! This video will give you a sneak peak at what's to come.

For more information, and to stay up to date on the latest features of our app, click here.

Join us for a special night of worship as we look ahead to all that God has in store for Bethany Church. Together, we'll worship, seek God's presence, and pray over the future of our church, our community, and the people we're called to reach.

This is a free event, but we ask that people register as soon as the option is available so we can ensure that everyone who comes will have a seat. Register here.

Our next EncounterGod Weekend is coming up! This weekend is an encounter with the power of the Gospel. Come ready to lay it all down at the Cross, be set free by the Holy Spirit, and step into your true identity as a child of the Most High.

Click here to register, this is a weekend you don't want to miss!

Faith Driven Entrepreneur is a gathering of kingdom minded entrepreneurs whose tribe to align their business with their faith. Coming together to encourage and sharpen one another, these leaders build meaningful relationships and discover new opportunities for growth.

This isn't your typical conference - it's 2 hours with battle-tested entrepreneurs who've faced the risk, rejection, and weight you're carrying right now. No fluff, no empty motivation - just founders who've build businesses that honor God without losing their edge, thriving in the grind.

You're not alone in wondering if you're doing business differently; thousands of entrepreneurs know their faith is their competitive edge, and you belong here. Stop feeling isolated - the support you need is right in front of you.

Many of our support groups are starting their programs back up again! Check out the groups below, and click on a group to learn more:
 
GriefShare:
Find healing and peace after the loss of a loved one
September 8th: 6:15 - 8:00 pm
Going forward, GriefShare will meet on Mondays

DivorceCare: 
Bringing hope and healing to individuals and families impacted by divorce
September 10th: 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Before You Divorce:
Helping couples restore marriages facing divorce

Abortion can leave a quiet weight of grief, shame, or unanswered questions - even years later. We're exploring bringing back Forgiven and Set Free, a confidential, compassionate study for women ready to bring that experience into the light of God's healing and grace. In a safe, non-judgmental space, you'll process your story and discover the freedom of being fully forgiven. If this is something you'd be interested in, let us know by emailing dgroder@bethanychurch.com

Wednesday Night Small Groups are starting back up on September 23rd! We are glad to be able to provide dinner to all of our participants; if you like to cook or are looking for a way to serve, helping with our Kitchen Teams on Wednesday nights is a great opportunity!

Email abousquin@bethanychurch.com to learn more about serving

Seacoast Family Promise is a local missions program supported by Bethany Church, and many other seacoast churches, hosted at the Joshua House near the Barn on our Greenland Campus. They are looking for volunteers to serve alongside their team in helping families experiencing temporary homelessness. Ways to help include: cooking a meal item (main dish, salad, or dessert) or donating personal needs or household supplies. If you're interested in helping, email impact@bethanychurch.com.

Do you have a heart for kids and would love to help them grow in their faith? Invest in the next generation of disciples by serving on Sunday morning with our Kids Ministry!

Email tklouse@bethanychurch.com to get additional information about serving!

We're so excited for our fall kick off and Move Up Day on Sunday, September 13th! We look forward to welcoming everyone back and growing in faith and community!

Mark your calendars! We will have our annual Corn Maze this fall on October 11th at Coppal House Farm! Bring the entire family, conquer the maze, and hang out with friends! This is always a favorite event! You'll be able to register in the new Bethany Church App soon!

Students are invited to a Youth-specific EncounterGod Weekend at our Greenland Campus! You'll hear honest stories from ordinary people who've experienced real freedom through Jesus. No hype-just real people sharing how God met them and changed their lives. The heart of the weekend is to bring the things that weigh us down to Jesus at the Cross, and to let the Holy Spirit bring freedom, healing, and a deeper sense of who you really are as a son or daughter of God.

Please join us in prayer this week for:
 
Bob and Bobbie Clinton working with First Love Ministries in India and Nepal:

We've all seen reports on the flooding in Nepal (and China). It's devastating.

Remembering that we have brothers and sisters in Christ in such places of devastation changes everything. We may not know their faces, but one day we will spend eternity with them. Who knows what today's prayers might make possible in their present suffering? One thing we share with them is God's Spirit within us, so let's pray.

Father, Thank You that You are in Nepal just as You are here with us. Thank You that You hear the cries of your people. You know where each soul is and what each soul needs. We as You to make a straight path before rescuers. Lead them to those who are trapped, in need, praying to be found. We pray for the many organizations that are responding to this present crisis. Many Christians are going to help and carrying Your Spirit with them. We pray for Your light to shine on Nepal and for Your name to be glorified.

We especially lift up the many churches that have been destroyed and who have lost many or all of their members. We pray for the pastors and those who remain, that You would heal them for the trauma they've experienced and give them hope. We as You to draw them together in that hope and in Your strength. May their hands and feet be Your hands and feet to help meet the needs of others around them.

Finally, we pray for Bob Clinton and First Love Ministries. Bob flew to Delhi on Monday and will arrive in Nepal in about 10 days. We ask You to show them ways that First Love can be of help - especially to the children and widows.

Thank You for Your great love for ALL Your children, around the world. Amen.

At Bethany, we believe that work is a gift from God. We are always looking for hard-working, passionate individuals to join our growing team! Current open positions are:

-Communications Coordinator (Part-Time)

If you're new here at Bethany, are looking to get involved, or just have some questions, come to DISCOVER BETHANY! Learn more about the heart and mission of Bethany Church, meet others in the community, ask questions and explore your Next Steps in faith!

Copyright © 2026 Bethany Church, All rights reserved.

For many of us, the Bible sits on a shelf or a nightstand, respected but largely untouched. We believe it matters, but we're not quite sure what to do with it beyond the occasional reading plan we abandon by February. Yet Scripture is not passive. Jesus treated it as the foundation of everything He taught, and the weapon He reached for to combat distortions with truth. The early church devoted themselves to it. The psalmist called it sweeter than honey. Something has been lost between their experience of God's Word and ours. This series, PRACTICE MAKES PROGRESS, is an invitation to recover it. 

This fall, we will be relaunching our website, our giving platform, and releasing our new Bethany Church App! Our website will become the front-door for those who are checking out Bethany for the first time, and the app was designed for our Bethany Church family to connect and grow with ease!

Each week until our launch on September 13th, we will reveal a new element of the app to you, so you can see how it was designed to be your tool to stay connected to Bethany all week long! This video will give you a sneak peak at what's to come.

For more information, and to stay up to date on the latest features of our app, click here.

This year's Christmas show is going to be a musical theater style show! The production will take us on a journey of dance, song, acting and many more awe-inspiring talents. In this show, everyone has a place. Whether you dance as a hobby or have a natural gift for singing, everyone who joins the audition process will have a place in this show. We want to celebrate the unique gifts that God has given each of us through this show and convey a message of hope to the community.

This summer, Bethany Church turns 300 years old - not 300 years in this building, but 300 years as a people carrying the same mission. To mark that anniversary, we want to kick off a Listening Tour to hear from you what you believe has kept this church going, where you sense God is leading us next, and what you hope Bethany will be for the generations that follow. This summer, we want to visit with you - in your homes, across all campuses - for an evening of conversation about Bethany's future.

Our Listening Tours begin soon, and here's how to be part of it. Members of our congregation have offered up their homes to host meetings; you can sign up to join us at a meeting nearby for this special summer gathering so you don't miss it!

What we build now, we build for those who come after us. Let's dream about it.

Our next EncounterGod Weekend is coming up! This weekend is an encounter with the power of the Gospel. Come ready to lay it all down at the Cross, be set free by the Holy Spirit, and step into your true identity as a child of the Most High.

Click here to register, this is a weekend you don't want to miss!

Faith Driven Entrepreneur is a gathering of kingdom minded entrepreneurs whose tribe to align their business with their faith. Coming together to encourage and sharpen one another, these leaders build meaningful relationships and discover new opportunities for growth.

This isn't your typical conference - it's 2 hours with battle-tested entrepreneurs who've faced the risk, rejection, and weight you're carrying right now. No fluff, no empty motivation - just founders who've build businesses that honor God without losing their edge, thriving in the grind.

You're not alone in wondering if you're doing business differently; thousands of entrepreneurs know their faith is their competitive edge, and you belong here. Stop feeling isolated - the support you need is right in front of you.

Abortion can leave a quiet weight of grief, shame, or unanswered questions - even years later. We're exploring bringing back Forgiven and Set Free, a confidential, compassionate study for women ready to bring that experience into the light of God's healing and grace. In a safe, non-judgmental space, you'll process your story and discover the freedom of being fully forgiven. If this is something you'd be interested in, send us an email. 

Serving is a great way to get connected with others, make a difference, and make Bethany feel like home. There are countless ways to serve, and we would love to serve alongside you! Click here to see our teams, sign up to serve, or schedule a tour of our serving opportunities!

Seacoast Family Promise is a local missions program supported by Bethany Church, and many other seacoast churches, hosted at the Joshua House near the Barn on our Greenland Campus. They are looking for volunteers to serve alongside their team in helping families experiencing temporary homelessness. Ways to help include: cooking a meal item (main dish, salad, or dessert) or donating personal needs or household supplies. If you're interested in helping, email impact@bethanychurch.com.

Do you have a heart for kids and would love to help them grow in their faith? Invest in the next generation of disciples by serving on Sunday morning with our Kids Ministry!

Email tklouse@bethanychurch.com to get additional information about serving!

There's a few weeks left if you haven't had a chance to fill out your Summer Bingo Card! We have been spending the summer growing through our Bingo Card activities, and you can still grab one at the Kid's registration desk if you haven't already! Remember to bring in your completed Bingo card for an ice cream coupon!

We're so excited for our fall kick off and Move Up Day on Sunday, September 13th! We look forward to welcoming everyone back and growing in faith and community!

Students are invited to a Youth-specific EncounterGod Weekend at our Greenland Campus! You'll hear honest stories from ordinary people who've experienced real freedom through Jesus. No hype-just real people sharing how God met them and changed their lives. The heart of the weekend is to bring the things that weigh us down to Jesus at the Cross, and to let the Holy Spirit bring freedom, healing, and a deeper sense of who you really are as a son or daughter of God.

Please join us in prayer this week for:
 
ChildVoice is an organization that, for 20 years, has been bringing hope and healing to war-affected children and youth in various parts of the world, including Ukraine and Uganda - two countries Bethany is already committed to through the work of our other missionaries.

Lord, we here at Bethany, celebrate with you ChildVoice and their 20 years of faithful service to You. Thank You for their willingness to go to war torn places like Ukraine and Uganda. We ask You to raise up more workers and more resources that will enable them to help more people. Help them to lead those people to You, where they will find healing, hope and a secure and eternal peace.

For more information about ChildVoice and ways to get involved, click here.

At Bethany, we believe that work is a gift from God. We are always looking for hard-working, passionate individuals to join our growing team! Current open positions are:

-Communications Coordinator (Part-Time)

If you're new here at Bethany, are looking to get involved, or just have some questions, come to DISCOVER BETHANY! Learn more about the heart and mission of Bethany Church, meet others in the community, ask questions and explore your Next Steps in faith!

Copyright © 2026 Bethany Church, All rights reserved.

For many of us, the Bible sits on a shelf or a nightstand, respected but largely untouched. We believe it matters, but we're not quite sure what to do with it beyond the occasional reading plan we abandon by February. Yet Scripture is not passive. Jesus treated it as the foundation of everything He taught, and the weapon He reached for to combat distortions with truth. The early church devoted themselves to it. The psalmist called it sweeter than honey. Something has been lost between their experience of God's Word and ours. This series, PRACTICE MAKES PROGRESS, is an invitation to recover it. 

This fall, we will be relaunching our website, our giving platform, and releasing our new Bethany Church App! Our website will become the front-door for those who are checking out Bethany for the first time, and the app was designed for our Bethany Church family to connect and grow with ease!

Each week until our launch on September 13th, we will reveal a new element of the app to you, so you can see how it was designed to be your tool to stay connected to Bethany all week long! This video will give you a sneak peak at what's to come.

For more information, and to stay up to date on the latest features of our app, click here.

This year's Christmas show is going to be a musical theater style show! The production will take us on a journey of dance, song, acting and many more awe-inspiring talents. In this show, everyone has a place. Whether you dance as a hobby or have a natural gift for singing, everyone who joins the audition process will have a place in this show. We want to celebrate the unique gifts that God has given each of us through this show and convey a message of hope to the community.

This summer, Bethany Church turns 300 years old - not 300 years in this building, but 300 years as a people carrying the same mission. To mark that anniversary, we want to kick off a Listening Tour to hear from you what you believe has kept this church going, where you sense God is leading us next, and what you hope Bethany will be for the generations that follow. This summer, we want to visit with you - in your homes, across all campuses - for an evening of conversation about Bethany's future.

Our Listening Tours begin soon, and here's how to be part of it. Members of our congregation have offered up their homes to host meetings; you can sign up to join us at a meeting nearby for this special summer gathering so you don't miss it!

What we build now, we build for those who come after us. Let's dream about it.

Our next EncounterGod Weekend is coming up! This weekend is an encounter with the power of the Gospel. Come ready to lay it all down at the Cross, be set free by the Holy Spirit, and step into your true identity as a child of the Most High.

Click here to register, this is a weekend you don't want to miss!

Art of Worship is a group of Christian artists that honor God through their artwork, utilizing the inspired gifts He has given to them. If you're interested in being part of this ministry, they will be meeting at our Greenland Campus on August 9th at 10:45 a.m.!

Faith Driven Entrepreneur is a gathering of kingdom minded entrepreneurs whose tribe to align their business with their faith. Coming together to encourage and sharpen one another, these leaders build meaningful relationships and discover new opportunities for growth.

This isn't your typical conference - it's 2 hours with battle-tested entrepreneurs who've faced the risk, rejection, and weight you're carrying right now. No fluff, no empty motivation - just founders who've build businesses that honor God without losing their edge, thriving in the grind.

You're not alone in wondering if you're doing business differently; thousands of entrepreneurs know their faith is their competitive edge, and you belong here. Stop feeling isolated - the support you need is right in front of you.

For all of our former DivorceCare participants, you are invited to the annual DivorceCare Reunion! Join us for an afternoon of fun, food and fellowship!

Abortion can leave a quiet weight of grief, shame, or unanswered questions - even years later. We're exploring bringing back Forgiven and Set Free, a confidential, compassionate study for women ready to bring that experience into the light of God's healing and grace. In a safe, non-judgmental space, you'll process your story and discover the freedom of being fully forgiven. If this is something you'd be interested in, let us know by emailing us here.

This fall, our Kid's Ministry is expanding our ministry for children with special needs, and we're looking for ministry partners who would like to be buddies for kids who require extra support in the classroom! If you'd like more information about being a buddy, email our Kid's Ministry Director Tracy Klouse at tklouse@bethanychurch.com

Seacoast Family Promise is a local missions program supported by Bethany Church, and many other seacoast churches, hosted at the Joshua House near the Barn on our Greenland Campus. They are looking for volunteers to serve alongside their team in helping families experiencing temporary homelessness. Ways to help include: cooking a meal item (main dish, salad, or dessert) or donating personal needs or household supplies. If you're interested in helping, email impact@bethanychurch.com.

A HUGE thanks for all of the generous donations from all of our campuses for the local schools! We anticipate big smiles when we deliver the collected items alter this month!

We received:
over 500 snack portions
over 100 boxes of tissues
Goodie bag items for 240 staff members
1030 pencils
and so much more!

Our Kid's and Students Ministries are planning a Family Day at Canobie Lake Park!

Our Summer Bingo is underway! We are learning and growing over the summer by playing blackout BINGO. We have BINGO Cards with fun and interactive activities fro you to complete together as a family; pick yours up at the Kid's registration desk!

When your card is complete, bring it back to church and receive a coupon for an ice cream!

We're so excited for our fall kick off and Move Up Day on Sunday, September 13th! We look forward to welcoming everyone back and growing in faith and community!

Students are invited to a Youth-specific EncounterGod Weekend at our Greenland Campus! You'll hear honest stories from ordinary people who've experienced real freedom through Jesus. No hype-just real people sharing how God met them and changed their lives. The heart of the weekend is to bring the things that weigh us down to Jesus at the Cross, and to let the Holy Spirit bring freedom, healing, and a deeper sense of who you really are as a son or daughter of God.

Please join us in prayer this week for:
 
Paul and Lucinda Bentley working with Pioneers in Bolivia: Please pray for Paul and Lucinda as they finish up planning meetings this week in Calgary. Pioneers' North American Region leaders are meeting to "review leadership, needs in the Region, how to best engage with and to empower the growing teams in outreach to diaspora, indigenous, and people at risk throughout the North American continent".

Please continue to pray for the Quechua radio station's Studio/Transmitter link malfunction (in Bolivia) and for the paperwork for the transfer of finds to the radio for the needed on-air studio computer.

Let's continue to keep Bolivia in our prayers as the country adjusts to their new government leadership. Pray for the wisdom for leaders and citizens alike. Pray the Lord will use this unsettled time of transition to speak into people's hearts about Him.

At Bethany, we believe that work is a gift from God. We are always looking for hard-working, passionate individuals to join our growing team! Current open positions are:

-Raymond Worship Leader (part-time)
-Kittery Point Worship Leader (part-time)

If you're new here at Bethany, are looking to get involved, or just have some questions, come to DISCOVER BETHANY! Learn more about the heart and mission of Bethany Church, meet others in the community, ask questions and explore your Next Steps in faith!

Copyright © 2026 Bethany Church, All rights reserved.

For many of us, the Bible sits on a shelf or a nightstand, respected but largely untouched. We believe it matters, but we're not quite sure what to do with it beyond the occasional reading plan we abandon by February. Yet Scripture is not passive. Jesus treated it as the foundation of everything He taught, and the weapon He reached for to combat distortions with truth. The early church devoted themselves to it. The psalmist called it sweeter than honey. Something has been lost between their experience of God's Word and ours. This series, PRACTICE MAKES PROGRESS, is an invitation to recover it. 

This year's Christmas show is going to be a musical theater style show! The production will take us on a journey of dance, song, acting and many more awe-inspiring talents. In this show, everyone has a place. Whether you dance as a hobby or have a natural gift for singing, everyone who joins the audition process will have a place in this show. We want to celebrate the unique gifts that God has given each of us through this show and convey a message of hope to the community.

This summer, Bethany Church turns 300 years old - not 300 years in this building, but 300 years as a people carrying the same mission. To mark that anniversary, we want to kick off a Listening Tour to hear from you what you believe has kept this church going, where you sense God is leading us next, and what you hope Bethany will be for the generations that follow. This summer, we want to visit with you - in your homes, across all campuses - for an evening of conversation about Bethany's future.

Our Listening Tours begin soon, and here's how to be part of it. Members of our congregation have offered up their homes to host meetings; you can sign up to join us at a meeting nearby for this special summer gathering so you don't miss it!

What we build now, we build for those who come after us. Let's dream about it.

Our next EncounterGod Weekend is coming up! This weekend is an encounter with the power of the Gospel. Come ready to lay it all down at the Cross, be set free by the Holy Spirit, and step into your true identity as a child of the Most High.

Click here to register, this is a weekend you don't want to miss!

Solo Sisters will be having a night-out event on July 24th from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at Nik & Charlie's Pizzeria, Greenland NH. Registration required to reserve your seat.

For all of our former DivorceCare participants, you are invited to the annual DivorceCare Reunion! Join us for an afternoon of fun, food and fellowship!

Abortion can leave a quiet weight of grief, shame, or unanswered questions - even years later. We're exploring bringing back Forgiven and Set Free, a confidential, compassionate study for women ready to bring that experience into the light of God's healing and grace. In a safe, non-judgmental space, you'll process your story and discover the freedom of being fully forgiven. If this is something you'd be interested in, email us here. The responses are anonymous - and help us gauge interest to see if we should offer it again.

This fall, our Kid's Ministry is expanding our ministry for children with special needs, and we're looking for ministry partners who would like to be buddies for kids who require extra support in the classroom! If you'd like more information about being a buddy, email our Kid's Ministry Director Tracy Klouse at tklouse@bethanychurch.com

All of our campuses are participating in Christmas in July! We will be collecting needed supplies to be donated to local schools near each of our three campuses. 

Our Bible Boot Camp program is back! This fun and encouraging camp is designed to help kids grow in their faith, their understanding of Scripture, and to build community with other Bethany kids! Kids entering 3rd grade through 8th grade will spend three days learning more about how the Bible is constructed, and how to use them on their own at home. This program is updated every year with new themes and activities, so kids can continue to build their knowledge and use of their Bibles!

Our Kid's and Students Ministries are planning a Family Day at Canobie Lake Park!

Students are invited to a Youth-specific EncounterGod Weekend at our Greenland Campus! You'll hear honest stories from ordinary people who've experienced real freedom through Jesus. No hype-just real people sharing how God met them and changed their lives. The heart of the weekend is to bring the things that weigh us down to Jesus at the Cross, and to let the Holy Spirit bring freedom, healing, and a deeper sense of who you really are as a son or daughter of God.

This is one of our favorite events of the year! Gladiator Training is a week-long intensive Bible study training that teaches students how to read & study the Bible in the same way that our pastoral team does to prepare sermons. We will examine how to find the main point of a passage, as well as how to examine things like commentaries, historical and literary context and application. The week will consist of large group teaching, small group work, and individual study, and there will be plenty of time for fun and community building!

Please join us in prayer this week for:
 
Bob and Bobbie Clinton working with First Love International in India and Nepal: In Bob's recent update, he reminded us of First Love's goals as they minister to orphans and vulnerable children:

At First Love Nepal, our desire for every orphan and vulnerable child rescued into our children's homes is three fold: They are dependent on Jesus Christ as their Savior and grow into mature Christian adults, they grow to be independent, self-sustaining adults, and they serve and give back to the communities in which they live.

With currently 200 children in their children's homes, they have much to keep them busy! Please pray for the national leaders of First Love ministries in both India and Nepal. Pray for relationships with government officials who seem to be moving from a position of bringing needy children to the homes, to now returning children to their families even when that places them at risk. Pray for those children as staff continues to visit them and encourage them.

Jessica Wyman working with orphans in Ukraine: Continue to pray for Jessica, who is stateside for part of the summer, that she would find rest and encouragement so that she would return to Ukraine with clear direction from the Lord on how to best serve Him there. Pray for the Lord to speak to her during a retreat she will be attending in MI. Pray that God would show Himself to every Ukrainian who reaches out to Him. Pray that many would come to know Him, and pray for peace in Ukraine.

At Bethany, we believe that work is a gift from God. We are always looking for hard-working, passionate individuals to join our growing team! Current open positions are:

-Raymond Worship Leader (part-time)
-Kittery Point Worship Leader (part-time)

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