Announcements
New Here?
Welcome to those joining us for the first time! If you’re joining us online, please fill out this form and someone from the welcome team will contact you!
If you are joining us in person, please come to the welcome table right outside the chapel at the end of service. Our welcome team members are wearing bright green “WELCOME” lanyards.
We look forward to meeting you!
2027 Deacon Nominations
We will begin accepting nominations for the 2027 class of EM deacons on Sunday, October 19! Please prayerfully consider potential nominees. The office of deacon is for those who desire to care for the practical, tangible needs of others and support our pastors and church ministry. Deacons are blessed to have a front-row seat to the daily life of the church and witness God working through His people.
Nomination window: October 19 - November 2.
Qualifications:
Must be at least 27 years of age as of January 1, 2027.
A full member of the church in good standing for 3 years as of January 1, 2027.
They have demonstrated exemplary faith, character, and spiritual ministry (1 Timothy 3: 8-13).
The candidate’s character and gifting must be in accord with the duties of a deacon:
An Active Deacon, chosen by the Church as a volunteer, shall be a member of the Board of Officers, who serves the Church in partnership with the Pastors and Elders, charged with overseeing all ministries of the Church, visiting, comforting, encouraging, and praying for the Church Members.
In addition, the Active Deacon bears the responsibility to conduct all work necessary in preparation for and conduct of worship, fellowship in love among Church members, implementation of plans, necessary business matters of missions within and outside of the Church, work relating to faith and Bible study training, various business matters for relief and community services, collection of Church offerings, and management and preservation of personal and real property as well as other assets of the Church (Acts 6: 1-3).
GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays
The Hope;Together Ministry warmly invites you to a special GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays session. The holiday season can be especially difficult when you’re grieving the loss of a loved one. This session is designed to help you prepare emotionally and spiritually for the holiday season ahead. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to navigate the season, find comfort in the support of others, and hold on to the hope we have in Christ. Whether your loss is recent or not, you don’t have to walk through this season alone. We would be honored to walk alongside you. We hope you’ll join us!
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Time: 7 to 9 PM.
Location: BPC Classroom 1.
Please register here. Please email hopetogether@bethelchurchem.org with any questions.
Hallelujah Night
Bethel's annual Hallelujah Night is a fun and safe alternative to Halloween for young children. This year, the entire family is invited to come together for a time of worship, praise, and fellowship!
Please register online by October 19th. We need lots of help to make it a fun evening so please sign up to volunteer.
We are also accepting donations of nut-free candy without Halloween images through October 26th.
Weekly Prayer Meetings
It's easy to slip into a spiritual slumber during summer. Let's stay vigilant by meeting to pray! Join us Sunday mornings before worship in person at 9am in the BPC Sacristy. Or join us online on Wednesday mornings at 6:15am - we are now meeting on Google Meet!
Get men’s prayer meeting information HERE.
Please note - there will be NO Sunday 9am prayer meeting on 10/19 (picnic day).
Family Connect Table
If your family has been coming to Bethel for a while, but still feel like newcomers, please come to the Family Connect Table! Hosted by the Family Ministry for families who wish to connect with other families. Come to the MPR (that's the gym) after service, and look for the bright yellow table with the "EM Family Connect" sign.
Upcoming dates: 10/26, 11/9, 12/14
Baltimore Homeless Ministry
Our church has a monthly outing to Baltimore City to minister to the homeless population in Baltimore City. We prepare meals to distribute as well as clothing donations. This is a fantastic opportunity for small groups and families to serve together. Children are also welcome to come with their parents. The outing is usually on the 2nd Saturday of every month. Please contact Deacon Chun with any questions.
Next Date: Saturday, November 8
Meeting time & place: Orientation at 9:30am in the BPC Lobby. Return to church about 1pm. To help with food prep, please come to the BPC kitchen at 7:30am.
Contact: Deacon Young Wook Chun at young.w.chun@gmail.com.
Men’s and Women’s Small Groups 2025-2026
A few years ago, Pastor John Piper coined the phrase "small togetherness" in describing small groups. There are "big ways" that the church comes together, primarily corporate worship. But small groups offer an intimate setting to share life's journey and engage in a deep, life-transforming study of God's Word. And so we want to encourage you to sign up for a men's or women's group this fall. There are groups available almost every weeknight in various formats including in-person, hybrid and online.
This year, we'll unpack the word of God in Romans where the Apostle Paul pulls back the curtain on the human condition and then stuns us with the glory of God’s grace in Jesus Christ. Romans will not just teach us about doctrine—it will open our eyes to the greatness of God Himself, and invite us to trust, worship, and follow Him with our whole lives.
We ask that everyone register for small group, including returning members.
College Shuttle
The College shuttle runs every Sunday morning and afternoon during the school year. We serve several campuses: College Park, and schools in Baltimore City (Hopkins, MICA and Peabody). We are always in need of more drivers! Please SIGN UP HERE TO DRIVE!
Psalm 23
The Psalm 23 Support Group is for those coping with or caring for those coping with mental health. We want to be present in your journey as God Immanuel promises to be with us. We want to pray over and with you in your trials and hardships to God who hears and is compassionate towards us. We want to share perspective that speaks truth and love to cast away the lies that can entrap us. This 7-week session will cover the topic of anxiety. If you are coping with anxiety, please consider joining the group to find a like-minded community that seeks to find freedom and peace in God. Psalm 23 will begin on Tuesday, September 23rd and meet for every Tuesday for 7 weeks from 7-9pm in BPC Classroom 15-16.
Please sign up online. Attendees must be at least 18 years of age. If you have any questions, please email hopetogether@bethelchurchem.org.
Serving Opportunities
Praise God for everyone who came to the ministry fair held on Sunday, June 1st and signed up to serve! You can always find out how to get plugged in and be a part of God's kingdom building work on our website at bethelchurchem.org/serve.
Missions Promise Pledge
Everyone is invited to participate in God's kingdom work around the globe by signing up for this year's missions promise pledge! The EM supports 13 missionary families who live out the Gospel by training ministry leaders, discipling missionary kids, reaching out to international students, and serving the material and spiritual needs of refugees. Bethel will also send out several short-term missions teams in 2025, which impact and encourage not only the local community, but also our members who are sent.
Sign up online today to partner and pray with us as we work to share the gospel globally.
NEW Prayer Drop Box
Did you know the EM has an intercessory prayer team and that they want to pray for you? You can now drop prayer requests in the offering and prayer drop boxes in the back of the Promise Chapel. There are prayer request forms located on the side of the boxes.
You can also email prayer@bethelchurchem.org at any time!
Family Groups
Marriage and parenting have many joyous moments. But they also come with many difficult trials that can make you feel alone in your struggle. As part of our church body, you don't have to do it alone. Join a family group. Be a blessing and be blessed as you share life together and encourage each other with God’s promises.
Church Building Repair Report
If you ever notice something that needs repair or service in the church building, please submit the Building Repair Report to let the building ministry know! It takes a congregation to keep our church in good shape.
Prayer Requests
Let's earnestly go to God together with your prayer requests! Send your prayer requests confidentially to the prayer team. We can also request a prayer team member to meet to pray with you.