# LLMs-Full.txt - Full Content for Project Pages # Generated on: 2026-08-05T00:50:25.806Z # Total pages: 44 --- ## URL: https://www.bethelchurchmidlothianva.org/ministry-content-widget-page ### Title: Ministry Content Widget Page ### Page ID: 6927815 ### Content: #### [Additional Small Group](/group-detail?mc-slug=additional-small-group) ###### Meeting Day: Saturday ###### Meeting Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm #### [Another Example Group](/group-detail?mc-slug=another-example-group) ###### Meeting Day: Tuesday ###### Meeting Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm #### [Example Small Group](/group-detail?mc-slug=example-small-group) ###### Meeting Day: Wednesday ###### Meeting Time: 6:00 am - 7:00 am #### [Life Group: Silvio Folagattie](/group-detail?mc-slug=life-group-silvio-folagattie) ###### Meeting Day: Sunday ###### Meeting Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 am ## [Additional Small Group](/group-detail?mc-slug=additional-small-group) ## [Additional Small Group](/group-detail?mc-slug=additional-small-group) ##### Meeting Day: Saturday ##### Meeting Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm ###### Status: Open #### [Additional Small Group](/group-detail?mc-slug=additional-small-group) ###### Meeting Day: Saturday ###### Meeting Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm #### [Another Example Group](/group-detail?mc-slug=another-example-group) ###### Meeting Day: Tuesday ###### Meeting Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm #### [Example Small Group](/group-detail?mc-slug=example-small-group) ###### Meeting Day: Wednesday ###### Meeting Time: 6:00 am - 7:00 am #### [Life Group: Silvio Folagattie](/group-detail?mc-slug=life-group-silvio-folagattie) ###### Meeting Day: Sunday ###### Meeting Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 am #### [Scouting America, Troop 800](/event-detail?mc-slug=24035520-2026-08-04-scouting-america-troop-800) ##### Date: Every Tuesday, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm #### [CANC Sacred Circle](/event-detail?mc-slug=24401525-2026-08-05-canc-sacred-circle) ##### Date: Wednesday, August 05, 2026, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm #### [CANC Choir Rehearsal](/event-detail?mc-slug=24401531-2026-08-05-canc-choir-rehearsal) ##### Date: Wednesday, August 05, 2026, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm #### [CANC Fellowship Dinner](/event-detail?mc-slug=24401533-2026-08-05-canc-fellowship-dinner) ##### Date: Wednesday, August 05, 2026, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm ## [Youth Group](/event-detail?mc-slug=youth-group) ##### First Sunday, Third Sunday of the month, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm ###### Category: Youth #### [Welcome to Sermon Cloud](/sermon-detail?mc-slug=welcome-to-sermon-cloud) ###### Date: Feb 20, 2025 #### [The Holy Spirit Revealed](/sermon-detail?mc-slug=the-holy-spirit-revealed) ###### Date: Feb 19, 2023 ###### Series: The Trinity #### [Example Sermon](/sermon-detail?mc-slug=example-sermon) ###### Date: Jan 29, 2023 ###### Series: Finding Joy ## [Welcome to Sermon Cloud](/sermon-detail?mc-slug=welcome-to-sermon-cloud) ###### Date: Feb 20, 2025 ### [Bethel Baptist Church](https://www.bethelchurchmidlothianva.org) Join us for Youth Group the first and third Sunday of every month following Church in the Youth Suite. 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Whether you're exploring faith for the first time or looking for a church home, we invite you to come just as you are. We believe in ***knowing, growing, and going* in the love of Christ** — and we offer a place where you can worship, serve, and grow alongside others who are passionate about following Jesus. We’d love to meet you, pray with you, and help you get connected. At Bethel Baptist Church, we are **Knowing Christ**, **Growing in faith**, and **Going out to share His love** with the world. **Watch our testimonials to hear how the Lord Jesus Christ has transformed lives. Through each personal story, you'll see how His love, grace, and power have made a real difference — and how He can do the same for you.** Come be encouraged, inspired, and reminded that no matter where you are in life, Jesus is still changing lives today. There’s a place for you at Bethel! Whether you're new or looking to go deeper in your faith, we invite you to connect with our vibrant community through one of our many ministries. From youth and young adults to men’s, women’s, outreach, worship, and small groups — there's something for everyone. **Discover where you belong, grow in your relationship with Jesus, and serve alongside others.** We’d love to welcome you to **Bethel Church this Sunday** for a time of worship, encouragement, and connection. **Our worship service begins at 10:30 AM**, and you're invited to come just as you are. Whether you're new to faith, searching for hope, or looking for a church to call home, **you’ll find a place where you belong** Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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Bethel Mileposts are statements of faith and reminders of God’s active and guiding presence in our lives. We hope they’ll help you on your journey of faith. This is the foundation of our faith. Jesus Christ is our Lord and we hope and pray that our lives reflect His Lordship. The Lord has blessed each one of us abundantly with His love, grace, and forgiveness. As Christ’s people, we’re invited to extend that blessing to others. To be the “Hands and Feet” of Christ in our community. We have a responsibility to learn, to work, and do all we know to how to do in our journey of faith, but we are a prayerful people and we rely and depend on God’s direction and guidance in our lives. The Bible asks us to gain wisdom. This milepost reminds us that in every situation Godly wisdom and guidance is available. The Lord has blessed each one of us abundantly with His love, grace, and forgiveness. As Christ’s people, we’re invited to extend that blessing to others. To be the “Hands and Feet” of Christ in our community. The Lord has blessed each one of us abundantly with His love, grace, and forgiveness. As Christ’s people, we’re invited to extend that blessing to others. To be the “Hands and Feet” of Christ in our community. This is a reminder that the only person we are trying to please is our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The Lord has blessed each one of us abundantly with His love, grace, and forgiveness. As Christ’s people, we’re invited to extend that blessing to others. To be the “Hands and Feet” of Christ in our community. We serve a God that can redeem the whole of our lives, even the messy parts that we’re ashamed of. This is one of the goals of our faith. If we reflect on all Christ has done for us, it doesn’t take long before gratitude begins to rise up within us. The Lord has blessed each one of us abundantly with His love, grace, and forgiveness. As Christ’s people, we’re invited to extend that blessing to others. To be the “Hands and Feet” of Christ in our community. The Lord has blessed each one of us abundantly with His love, grace, and forgiveness. As Christ’s people, we’re invited to extend that blessing to others. To be the “Hands and Feet” of Christ in our community. The point of using dummy text for your paragraph is that it has a more-or-less normal distribution of letters. making it look like readable English. Copyright 2025 Bethel Baptist Church. 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Bethel offers many opportunities to serve within the walls of the church and in our community. We’d love for you to join us. If you feel called to serve and do not see something that stirs your heart or you feel led to start a ministry please contact the church office to discuss the possibility of starting a new ministry! Everyone has gifts and talents and we want to use them to honor and glorify the Lord so please do not hesitate to inquire about a ministry or opportunity you do not see listed. By serving, you can make a difference in the lives of others. Ministries are available for the whole family for fellowship, discipleship, growth, service and much more. Join one and get to know others. We all have gifts and passions that serve the church and community and help us each grow in our own faith in service to God. Get involved and be part of a life-changing experience as you serve together with a community of believers. ***Fill out the form at the bottom of this page to be connected with someone to help you get plugged in to start serving.*** Greeters are the faces of Bethel and usually the first ones you will meet at the service. If you enjoy welcoming people and talking with new people, we invite you to be a part of the team. Our Sunday School offers small group classes for children and adults and teaches the Word of God on Sunday mornings. Each class provides great teaching and a great time of fellowship. Everyone is invited to join a class. If you feel called to teach a class, please let us know. Sunday School is a great place to get to know and fellowship with others. Our Parish Nurse Ministry focuses on improving health through awareness. Bethel wants to provide a balance and concern for the whole person – spirit, mind and body. Every service and most special events at Bethel utilize our audiovisual team. Our team faithfully assists the pastor, music director and other persons from the church who need A/V support. Our state-of-the-art People of Hope Center offers the latest technology for worship and community ministry. Our puppets share Christ with those in our congregation, in our community and event around the world. We have a wide variety of puppets as well as wonderful skits that bring Jesus to the forefront. If you’ve ever wanted to be part of a puppet team, please join us! Our music ministry strives to lead in worship and provides a way for our congregation to serve with their musical gifts. The adult choir, special ensembles, handbells, and Circle of Truth (contemporary Christian music) lead in worship on Sunday mornings. If you enjoy singing, playing an instrument or want to serve in our music ministry, please join us. [Read more](/music) about music at Bethel. Students in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade join in worship on Sunday mornings at 10:30. JIGSAW is an acronym for Jesus Is Great, Super, Awesome, and Wonderful and emphasizes three key truths: Wisdom—“I need to make the wise choice.” Friendship— “I should treat others the way I want to be treated.” Faith—“I can trust God no matter what.” If you would like more information or would like to volunteer to serve our children please contact the church office. Read more on [JIGSAW](/children). Our food pantry serves the community as a mission of the church but also provides food for members when it is needed. The team meets regularly to keep the pantry stocked and ready to distribute bags of food. Visit our [events calendar](/events) to learn more about distribution dates. The deacons at Bethel serve the families of the church. They are a ministering body of believers who work with the pastor in meeting the needs of the members of the congregation. Our team provides love and concern for the members in our church family that are no longer physically able to come to church. We visit these members and take gifts, goodies, and other items as needs arise. We also send cards to let them know they are still very much in our hearts and prayers. Please notify the church office of anyone who needs to be added to this list. Bethel offers several groups where people can connect with fellow Christians and experience fellowship and growth in their faith journey. [Check out a full list of small groups here.](/small-groups) Bethel has an active, vibrant youth group whose members are growing, serving, and having a blast doing life together. As they grow in God’s word, they are ministering in the community and serving at church. All youth are welcome to join. We would love to have you! [Read more](/youth-ministry) about Bethel youth. There are also special events during the year where we serve and need volunteers. Some examples would be serving at Grace Fellowship, VBS, Trunk or Treat, etc. Please check the [calendar](/events) to see upcoming events or fill out the interested in serving form down below. Our men’s fellowship meets regularly for lunch and provides a church-wide breakfast every 5th Sunday with proceeds going to various mission projects. Get to know more men and grow in your faith. Join us! Bethel reaches those who are struggling with addiction to alcohol and seeks to provide a place for our community to find a safe place for healing for themselves and their families. AA meets every Thursday at 5:45 in the People of Hope Center. The food pantry serves the community as a mission of the church but also provides food for members when it is needed. The team meets regularly to keep the pantry stocked and ready to distribute bags of food. Visit our events calendar to learn more about distribution dates. As part of Charlotte’s Pantry we pack and deliver backpacks of food to an elementary school in Chesterfield County. The backpacks are for children who may not have access to food over the weekend until they return to school. Each week volunteers pack the backpacks and deliver them to the school. Bethel works with Grace Fellowship of First Baptist Church in Richmond to provide meals to the homeless on an ongoing basis. WMU believes missions is a lifestyle; therefore, they provide missions education resources for all age-levels—from preschoolers to senior adults. Whatever your age or stage in life, they have missions resources for you. Through missions, others may hear of Jesus, the giver of eternal life. WMU at Bethel meets the first Monday of every month at 10am in The People of Hope building. Bethel Baptist Church has been the sponsoring organization for BSA Troop 800 for almost 30 years now. They meet at the church every Tuesday night year-round from 7:30 pm-9:00 pm and camp the third weekend of every month except for July (Summer Camp) and December. The Troop has a very well-established and structured program with more than 130 boys who have earned the rank of Eagle. Their average of almost 25% of their Scouts earning this rank eclipses the national average, which floats between 2-4%. The Troop’s activities have been well documented in local newspapers and in Scouting magazine, a national publication that featured the success of the Troop’s annual Webelos Day event, where they invite upcoming Webelos and Arrow of Light scouts to participate at no charge in Boy Scout activities at Camp Parsons, the Troop’s camp in Cumberland, VA. Each year, this event brings in between 100-200 boys, with the sole purpose of keeping them interested in Scouting, whether they join Troop 800 or not. For more information, please visit Troop 800’s website at [http://www.bsatroop800.net](http://www.bsatroop800.net). Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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We have a professional nursery staff that loves children and are committed to the highest level of care. The nursery is located in the educational building. A friendly face will be happy to show you where the nursery is located. All children are welcome! During worship service the nursery is available for our 3 and 4 year olds. Our littlest disciples enjoy lessons where they experience the stories of the Bible in active and engaging ways. Our main goal is to ensure that each child knows God loves them! **Safety:** All staff and volunteers receive a background check and do not serve alone. Sunday school begins at 9:30. Children’s Sunday school is on the lower level of the educational building. If you are facing the church, the educational building is the long building to the right. Right now we are using the Gospel Light Material. Our class has a Bible story and then a craft, game, or other fun activity to review and apply the Bible Story. We have so much fun! We would love for you to join us. Welcome to JIGSAW — our fun, faith-filled Children’s Church where kids Pre-K through 5th Grade discover how amazing Jesus is through engaging **games, Bible stories, crafts, and music** designed just for them. Each week, we piece together truths about who Jesus is: Because every Bible story is like a puzzle piece that helps us see the big picture of God's love! At Bethel Baptist Church, we believe children are not just the future of the Church — they are the Church today. Our *Grow Children’s Curriculum* nurtures each child’s spiritual curiosity, compassion, and sense of belonging through creative storytelling, interactive learning, and meaningful reflection. Every lesson invites children to experience God’s love, justice, and presence in their everyday lives, helping them understand that faith is something we live out together as a community. Grow encourages open hearts, thoughtful questions, and the joy of discovering how God is at work in all people and all creation. Free Resource with lots of shows for kids! From Buck Denver, to Veggie Tales, to SuperBook – Your kids are sure to find something they will enjoy, all while learning more about the Bible, godly character, and loving others! Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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Prior to this, they had been meeting at Shortt’s Stage Tavern on Buckingham Pike (now Midlothian Turnpike) every two weeks. Their desire for a more accessible place of worship led to the founding of Bethel Baptist Church on April 23, 1817 Bethel Church Midlothian VA. In 1882, the church built a brick structure—the first in Chesterfield County—replacing the original building. This brick church was later replaced in 1894 by the current Gothic Revival-style sanctuary, designed by architect W.C. West. The church was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1999 due to its architectural significance and historical importance. Over the years, Bethel Baptist Church has undergone several expansions. The church property also features a cemetery with approximately 500 burials, including veterans from nearly every American war, from the Revolutionary War through the Vietnam War. Today, Bethel Baptist Church continues to serve as a vital part of the Midlothian and Powhatan community, upholding its mission to knowing, growing and going in the love of Christ. In 1885, Bethel established a cemetery. It was one of four cemeteries in Chesterfield County at the time and currently contains the graves of veterans from the Revolutionary War through the Vietnam War. A commemorative plaque honoring the cemetery and the soldiers was unveiled at the Church's two hundredth anniversary celebration. If you are interested in learning more about Bethel Baptist's Cemetery or Columbarium please click [here](https://cloud-1de12d.becdn.net/media/original/8a2cb9eeb47aba2ea3527e18b51c24f6.pdf) for our [governing rules.](https://cloud-1de12d.becdn.net/media/original/8a2cb9eeb47aba2ea3527e18b51c24f6.pdf) Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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Rehearsals are lively and fun, reflecting the choir’s belief that making music should be an enjoyable experience. Throughout the year, choir members also gather for fellowship through lunches and a festive Christmas party, strengthening friendships and community. The choir meets every Wednesday from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Anyone interested in joining or learning more is encouraged to contact the [church office](/contact). We'd love to have you join us! This group named “For His Glory” meets monthly on designated Wednesday nights and sings gospel music. The group performs for church services and occasionally for community programs. The Circle of Truth sings contemporary Christian music and leads the congregation in praise songs. Currently, they have a keyboardist, drummer, two guitarists, and several singers. The group meets approximately twice a month for practice. Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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The Bethel Youth exists to build meaningful relationships and to help students grow in their understanding of who God is — and who they are in Him. Whether you’ve grown up in church or are just exploring faith, you belong here. We meet weekly to grow in faith, ask real questions, and encourage one another through life’s ups and downs. **Youth Group:** 1st and 3rd Sundays after Worship. Both gatherings take place in the **Youth Suite**, located on the lower level of our Educational Building. Lunch is provided and we will expand on the sermon. Ends at 1:00 PM We believe in growing together — and having fun while we do it! We can’t wait to meet you and hope you’ll join us soon! Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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Lunch is provided as we build on the message from the morning’s sermon through discussion, games, and fellowship. - Movie nights - Summer pool days - Fall retreat - Summer camp - ...and many other fun and meaningful moments in between! --- ## URL: https://www.bethelchurchmidlothianva.org/adult-ministry ### Title: Adult Ministry ### Page ID: 6980433 ### Content: # Adult Ministry ## Sunday School – 9:30 am – 10:15 am ### Salt and Light ### Endeavors ### Providers ### [Bethel Baptist Church](https://www.bethelchurchmidlothianva.org) Our Sunday School classes are a great opportunity to deepen your faith and connect with others on a shared journey. Whether you're new to the faith or have been walking with Christ for years, there's a place for you to grow in knowledge, community, and spiritual maturity. Explore our available classes below to find the one that’s right for you: Located in the Education Building, this is a multi-generational class made up of adults in their 20s through 40s and beyond. We focus on topical Bible studies, guided by open discussion and mutual respect. Questions are encouraged as we seek biblical answers together — and we enjoy some fun along the way! Inspired by [(Matthew 5:13-16)](https://biblia.com/bible/esv/Matt%205.13-16) [](https://biblia.com/bible/esv/Matt%205.13-16)our goal is to be the salt and light of the world in our daily lives. This class is for mature adults with the body of the class being 70+. We welcome singles and couples to attend. We meet in the Endeavors Classroom in the People of Hope Center. Originally formed in the 1970s, this class has evolved from "Young Professionals" to a vibrant group of adults ranging from their 40s and up. Located in the Education Building, we offer open discussions centered on Scripture and life application, where everyone is encouraged to contribute. Whether you've been part of a class for years or are just getting started, you’re welcome here. Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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We are committed to reaching beyond our walls to share Christ’s love, and through a variety of ministries, we are making a life-changing difference in the lives of others. We invite you to join us on Sunday mornings and experience the joy of being part of the Bethel family. There's a place for you here! We gather each week to worship, to pray, to connect with one another, and to minister to each other and to our community. We believe in reaching out beyond the walls of our church to bless our community. To that end, we have numerous ministries that are making life-changing differences. We invite you to join us on Sunday mornings and be part of Bethel. At Bethel, we believe worship isn’t defined by music preferences or dress codes — it’s about glorifying God with authenticity and unity. Each Sunday at **10:30 AM**, we gather in the *People of Hope Center* (located on the far left of the parking lot) for a unique and Spirit-led worship experience. No two services are the same! You might hear: Everyone is encouraged to use their God-given gifts in worship. Our Sunday School classes offer a place to deepen your faith, build meaningful connections, and grow alongside others on the journey with Christ. No matter where you are in your walk with God, our classes are designed to help you develop a Christian mind and heart within a supportive community. **Classes meet every Sunday morning from 9:30 to 10:15 AM.** We invite you to explore more about our children's, youth, and adult Sunday School opportunities under the **Ministries** section of our website. Please see the ministry section of our website for more details on the [children](/children), [youth](/youth-ministry), and [adult](/adult-ministry) Sunday school pages. Come as you are! We want you to feel comfortable worshiping with us just as you are! When you walk through the doors at Bethel, you'll see a mix of styles — some ladies wearing dresses or slacks, others in jeans; some men in ties, others in polos or even shorts. Come as you are and join us in worshiping the One who welcomes us all! We have Sunday school for [toddlers, elementary students,](/children) as well as [middle and high schoolers](/youth-ministry). Our nursery is open to all younger children during the Sunday school hour. During worship, we have a great [children’s ministry](/children) during worship called JIGSAW. JIGSAW stands for Jesus is Great, Super, Awesome and Wonderful. Our Jigsaw kids go with our Jigsaw leader and they learn about Jesus each week in a fun, creative, loving environment. Our Jigsaw kids are grades 1 – 5. For babies and toddlers we have a professional nursery staff that love children and are committed to the highest level of care. One Sunday you might hear a traditional sermon. Another Sunday, you might see us interview someone on how the Lord is working in their life. Do you remember the famous quote from the movie Forrest Gump? “Momma said life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re going to get.” That’s a little like Bethel. We are eclectic and different, but always authentic in offering our best to the Lord and we pray that Jesus is glorified each and every week in all we do in worship. We look forward to seeing you. Please [email](mailto:bbc1817@verizon.net) or call the church office at [(804) 794-8590](tel:8047948590) if you have any questions or need additional information. Copyright 2025 Bethel Baptist Church. 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**Nursery:** Open for children from birth through preschool beginning at 9:15 AM. - **Children’s Classes:** Preschool and elementary-aged students. - **Youth Classes:** Middle and high school students. - **Adult Classes:** A variety of groups for different stages of life and study interests. --- ## URL: https://www.bethelchurchmidlothianva.org/our-mission-and-vision ### Title: Our Mission and Vision ### Page ID: 6980553 ### Content: # Our Mission and Vision ### Core Values: Christ-centered, Prayerful, Worshiping, Loving, Disciples, Servants ### [Bethel Baptist Church](https://www.bethelchurchmidlothianva.org) **VISION: Knowing, Growing and Going in the Love of Christ.** **MISSION:** In continuous loving fellowship with each other and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit of God, we shall seek to advance the kingdom of God as revealed by the written Word and by the living Word, Jesus Christ. **PURPOSE:** To Advance the Kingdom of God - bringing people to Christ and into His family, developing and equipping them for their service, and for the glory of God almighty. **PROMISE:** With lovingkindness, humility, and joy in Christ, we care for one another and our communities. 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He was a farmer, had a family, a simple man who had a deep, abiding faith in Christ. Towards the end of his life he became bed-ridden and spent three years in confines of his bed. The bed was located in a small room with a view of the front yard. He could see one tree and the road where he was able to watch the cars as they passed. This once healthy, energetic, giant of a man spent the last 1,000 plus days of his life in this tiny room. Think about that. What would it be like to not feel a warm, summer's breeze, or the sun on your face on a chilly spring day, or be pelted by rain, or to enjoy the view of the Blue Ridge Mountains as the leaves change? Wouldn’t you miss the ability to enjoy the company of good friends around a dinner table at your favorite restaurant, or even to enjoy a routine trip to the grocery store? As the end of his life approached he began to slur his speech and moments of lucidity were hard to find. Finally, there was no more speech, not for several weeks, until one day. One day a pastor dropped by at a time when the pastor knew the man’s daughter would be present. The pastor asked the daughter what she would like to pray for. The daughter, being polite to her dad but not really expecting an answer, said, “Daddy, the preacher is here and wants to know what you want to pray for?” He hadn’t spoken in weeks, but to the surprise and delight of his daughter and the pastor, the man spoke. This is what he said: “Tell the minister to thank God for the good times, thank God for the bad times, thank God for all times.” I’m not sure I’ve heard a better prayer than that one. I liked the prayer so much I borrowed it and brought it to Bethel and named it the Bethel Prayer of Thanksgiving. I want to keep that prayer before us because there is a depth of spiritual maturity in that prayer that is not often heard. How many of us really thank God for the bad times? We should thank God for the bad times because God can use these times to teach us, mold us and shape us. As I think back over my own life I can honestly say that it was in the “bad times” that I learned the most about myself and, more importantly, about our Lord. I give thanks that we serve a God of redemption, a God who is able to redeem the bad times in each of our lives. Let's keep the Bethel Prayer of Thanksgiving in mind and let’s claim the promise of Romans 8:28, ***“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”*** Copyright 2025 Bethel Baptist Church. 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I’ve got several highlights that I’d like to share with you. First, on Sunday March 3, we’re going to update the congregation on our Vision process during the worship service. We’ll share with the congregation the next steps in how we are planning to live into our vision of “Knowing, Growing and Going in the Love of Christ.” We’ve been working hard on these next steps and we’re excited to share. Then please mark your calendars for Monday, March 4, at 7 pm. Matt Thornhill will visit Bethel and he’ll share with us a very compelling idea: The Future of Your Church is Already in Your Pews. I heard Matt deliver this presentation at a meeting of the Middle District Baptist Association and his presentation was highly educational, compelling and very practical as he offered several unique suggestions for church growth. Who is Matt Thornhill and how is he qualified to speak about church growth? Matt is a marketing professional and some 20 years ago he realized the future of companies, churches and other nonprofits depended on understanding older consumers, starting with “Boomers.” Matt has done groundbreaking research on the Boomer market and has written about his insights in his book, “Boomer Consumer.” Matt has consulted with leaders from Walmart, Google, Verizon, P&G, Lowes, Samsung, Wells Fargo and Lincoln Financial. He’s given over 1,000 speeches on the topic of older consumers. The demographic reality facing most churches is an aging membership. Many lament that they are not attracting young people to church and they believe their future looks bleak. On March 4, I believe Matt will open our eyes to the idea that this demographic reality may, in fact, create opportunities for us! He’ll explain easy- to-implement strategies and tactics to reach the unchurched of every age in our community, tapping into the resources we already have at Bethel: Boomers! I hope you’ll make every effort to attend this fun and educational presentation as we continue to think and dream about the future of Bethel. Saturday, March 23, we’re hosting a community Easter Egg Hunt, complete with face painting, games and a petting zoo! The fun starts at 10 am and continues till noon. Please invite your friends and neighbors with children. This is always a fun event! Sunday March 24, is Palm Sunday and the start of Holy Week. On Thursday, March 28 we will have a very special Maundy Thursday service at 7 pm. This service is always a very solemn service as we contemplate the sacrifice that Christ made for us. To reflect the harsh reality of His loving sacrifice, we always exit the service in darkness and silence. Finally, Sunday March 31 is Easter Sunday! We’ve got a very special Easter service planned, beginning with breakfast at 8:45 am., prepared by our Men’s Brotherhood. Our Easter service will have plenty of great music and I’m looking forward to sharing the great news of our Lord’s resurrection! Easter Sunday is certainly a great way to end a very busy March. I look forward to connecting with you at all of these wonderful events. 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One of the most frequently asked questions that I receive as a pastor is, “Why?” “Why did God allow THIS to happen to me?” Usually, “THIS” refers to something upsetting or tragic, but occasionally someone will ask the “Why” question in reference to something miraculous. Randy Hill is one such person. Randy and Tricia Hill recently moved their church membership to us from Bethel Baptist Church in Yorktown, Va. They’ve lived their lives in the Hampton area and moved to Richmond four years ago to be closer to two of their three adult sons and their families. Randy enjoys golf and woodworking and Tricia enjoys painting, refinishing and repurposing old furniture and traveling. We are blessed to have them to be a part of our Bethel Church family and they come with quite a story. Twelve years ago Randy survived a “widow-maker” heart attack. Randy wasn’t feeling well and they decided to go to a Patient First type of facility, but on the way they quickly changed their plans based on how Randy felt. Randy said, “Tricia dropped me off at the Emergency Room door and a nurse took one look at me and immediately called for a ‘Code Blue.’” Randy’s face was ashen gray and within seconds there were literally twenty people surrounding him trying to help him. When Tricia came into the emergency room she was met by a doctor who told her to call her sons and tell them to come to the hospital as soon as possible. The situation was grave. Doctors were able to quickly put a stent into place and Randy’s life was saved, but the heart attack caused significant damage to the bottom of Randy’s heart. He said, “The bottom of my heart was literally dead and over time my heart managed to grow new veins to help supply blood to my body.” During this time the doctors also installed a defibrillator to help ward off future heart attacks. Fast forward six years. Randy is running through the airport when his defibrillator kicks in and saves him from another heart attack. When he went to the doctor to have it replaced the doctor exclaimed how fortunate he was because the defibrillator battery had drained down to 1%! The doctor was surprised it worked with only 1% battery. Another miracle! Randy’s life was spared a second time. Fast forward another six years to January of this year. Randy started thinking, “It’s been six years since my last heart episode and six years prior to that is when I had my heart attack, maybe I should go for my heart check sooner, rather than later.” He was scheduled to go in May. Within a few days of that feeling, the cardiologist office called and said that they would like Randy to come in before the end of January. When the doctor examined Randy he told him everything was great. Randy, said “I didn’t think that was a good answer and I felt the need to push for a heart catheterization.” During the catheterization the doctors determined he needed heart surgery as the blockages were in the same location as previous stents. Randy said that feeling of needing to push for the catheterization and the cardiologist calling sooner than expected was a direction from the Holy Spirit. During the surgery, not only were the blockages bypassed, but the surgeon discovered that the dead part of his heart had begun to calcify and attach itself to the walls of the heart sack. This new discovery led doctors to tell Randy that he would have been dead within six months had he not had the surgery. Blessedly the surgery went well and the doctor was able to remove all of the calcification. That’s miracle number three if you’re counting! When Randy shared his story with me he said, “I keep asking the Lord, ‘Why?’ Why did the Lord save me on three separate occasions? I feel like the Lord wants me to do something, but He hasn’t revealed what that something is.” Over the years people have asked me similar questions. I remember long time Bethel member Ed Boyer once said to me, “In spite of all my health problems, God has chosen to leave me here for some reason. I wish I knew why.” There it is again, that age old “Why” question. I’ve thought about that question with regards to Ed and Randy and others like them who genuinely desire to know and follow God’s will. While I cannot answer their “Why” questions I do have a couple of thoughts and my thoughts come from John 9. In John 9, Jesus and his disciples encounter a man who has been blind since birth. The disciples want to know, “Who sinned to cause this blindness? Was it the man or his parents?” In that culture, it was believed that if you suffered from a disease then sin was the root cause. So the disciples wanted to know who sinned. In other words, “Why did this happen?” (As a side note, stop and think about the ridiculousness of their question. The man was blind from birth. The blind man would have had to sin in utero in order for his sin to cause his blindness! Crazy). If you read the text, you’ll notice Jesus doesn’t answer the disciples “Why” question. Instead Jesus says in John 9:3, “Neither this man nor his parents sinned, but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him.” Notice that Jesus points His disciples past the “Why” question and insists that this situation will ultimately bring glory to God. Jesus then goes on to heal the man of his blindness. What I take away from this beautiful Scripture is this: While it’s certainly fine to ask the “Why” question, perhaps we should also ask the “How” question. How can I bring glory and honor to God from this situation? For that question, Randy already has part of an answer. Before his first heart attack Randy coached wrestling and football teams. Some of the young men on those teams did not have a father figure in their life and many of them did not have any knowledge of the Lord as they never attended church. Sharing God’s love and plan for those young men was an experience that helped both Randy and Tricia as much as it helped those young men. Those boys are now men and several of them have reached out to Randy to thank him for his Godly guidance all those years ago. Randy has used his miraculous healings to bring honor and glory to God. My guess as to why God saved Randy’s life is so that Randy and Tricia will tell their story and bring God the glory and honor so that other’s might come to know the Christ that we know and love. I want to encourage us, the next time we want to know “Why,” go ahead and ask the question, but let’s also ask a second question as well, “How?” “How can God be glorified through my situation?” One way God is gloried is when we tell our stories of faith. I want to thank Randy and Tricia for telling their story. There is actually much, much more to their story that space does not permit me to tell. The next time you see them, ask them, they’ll be glad to tell you what the Lord has done for them. As we live into our Vision of Knowing, Growing and Going in the Love of Christ, may we all be willing to tell others what the Lord has done for us. 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I’d like to use this newsletter article to share a few details about the sabbatical starting with, what is a sabbatical? What is a Sabbatical? During a sabbatical the pastor engages in purposeful times of reading, prayer, study, interaction with other ministers, professional development, recreation opportunities, and rest. Sabbaticals vary in length, and they are usually granted after a period of 5 to 10 years of service. A sabbatical every 7 years is common. Most sabbaticals are between two and three months. As of May 1st, I have been at Bethel for 11 years and the Personnel Committee has granted me 10 weeks of sabbatical time which will begin May 26th. What will I do during the Sabbatical? During my sabbatical I will be engaging in each of the activities mentioned above; reading, study, prayer, attending other churches, professional development, and rest. I’ve had a number of small health issues that I’ve been dealing with for the last three or four years and I’m concerned that stress could be a factor in some of my medical issues. To address the issue of stress, I am going to meet with a leadership coach from Shepherd’s Staff Ministry here in Richmond and he’s going to lead me through a study of “Pastoral Intelligence.” “Pastoral Intelligence” is a program that equips ministers to better handle their own emotions and the emotions of the congregation. This study focuses on three areas of intelligence: theological, spiritual, and emotional. I hope this study will provide me with some additional tools to help me to be a better minister and deal with stress more redemptively. Who will cover my responsibilities while I’m on sabbatical? In terms of pastoral care, our deacons do a wonderful job of ministering to our congregation, and they will be the first point of contact for pastoral care. Obviously, I love and care about our church family and would want to officiate any funerals that may occur while I’m away. In terms of preaching, I’m putting together a summer preaching series called, “Rays of Hope.” Each week we’ll have a different minister to bring the message. I’m asking each minister to share their favorite Bible verse, why it’s their favorite verse, the history and context behind the verse, how they’ve applied that verse to their lives and how we might apply it to our lives. I’m really excited for this series. I believe our congregation will enjoy hearing from someone different each week and you’ll get to see some very practical applications of scripture. The first minister to start the series will be Dennis Green on May 26th. He’ll be preaching on his favorite passage, John 11:25-26. Dennis is going to preach on surrendering your life to the resurrection power of Jesus! Amen to that! In terms of Wednesday nights and coverage for Sacred Circle, I have two former seminary professors scheduled to do two, four-week series. Dr. Scott Spencer will do a four-week study on handling fear and anxiety and Dr. Biddle is still working on his topic for his four-week study. Both of these gentlemen are familiar with Bethel, and I’m delighted they’ve agreed to return for these two summer series. As far as worship planning is concerned, Stephanie Blanton and Bruce Moseley will collaborate each week to organize and craft our worship service. They are already both heavily involved in planning and organizing our services and do a wonderful job. Finally, let me say this, I have a deep love and affection for the people of Bethel and I’m eternally grateful for my call to ministry at Bethel. I want to say in the strongest of terms, I still believe I am called to be at Bethel, and I am grateful, blessed, and humbled to be your pastor. I’m very excited about our vision process and the direction our church is going. I’m energized by the thought of continuing our ministry journey together. I love and enjoy what I do, and I sure hope and pray that you want me to continue as your pastor for a few more year . I’m 56 and I hope I can retire here at Bethel. My desire is to finish my ministry well. While I love what I do, it does not come without cost. I have likened the pastorate to being on a treadmill. Most of the time my job is at a “walking pace.” The pace is comfortable and very manageable. Sometimes things get hectic, and the job requires periods of intense “sprinting.” There are times when I can get away on vacation and it feels like a “slow crawl,” but I’m almost always available and there doesn’t seem to be a stop button on the treadmill. Because of my health issues, as minor as they are, I do feel the need to find that stop button and get off the treadmill for a short period of time. A sabbatical will hopefully allow me to stop, be renewed and reenergized. Sabbaticals ultimately benefit the church as well as the minister who can reengage with new vigor and purpose. I sincerely thank the Personnel Committee, our Deacons, Stephanie Blanton, and Bruce Moseley for all their help in covering my responsibilities while I’m away. I sincerely thank you, the beautiful people of Bethel, for your grace in allowing me this time. 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Here are the details. July 7 – Dr. Mark Biddle will preach on one of his favorite verses 2 Timothy 1:6-8. Dr. Biddle is well known to us. He’s Pastor Todd’s former Old Testament professor and he’s taught several Bible studies over the years at Bethel. In fact, he’ll be leading the Sacred Circle Bible Study beginning on July 17. He’s offering a 4 week study entitled “Humor in the Bible.” Dr. Biddle is an engaging and gifted teacher and this study is sure to be insightful as well as funny! July 14 – Steve Booth will be preaching from one of his favorite pieces of Scripture, John 4:1-30. Steve served for many years as one of the pastors at First Baptist Church in Richmond. After retiring from First Baptist, Steve began working with Shepherd’s Staff Coaching and Counselling. July 21 – John Sawyer is a good friend of Bethel and he will preach from Mark 10:51. John is the Executive Director of the Middle District Association and he preached at Bethel last year. 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It’s Gideon Sunday. Our dearly departed friend and one of the “Saints of Bethel,” Curtis Salyer, was instrumental in bringing the Gideon ministry to Bethel. Over the years, I’ve attended numerous Gideon Pastor’s lunches and a Gideon convention and I never tire of hearing story after story of how people have come to know Christ through the Gideon ministry. On Sunday, August 11th you’ll get to hear a powerful testimony from a nationally recognized speaker, Mrs. Tempe Brown. Tempe will be travelling all the way from South Carolina just to speak to us about the Gideon ministry. In addition to being a nationally recognized speaker, she’s also a published author and a professional singer. She’s quite talented! I’d love to see a packed church to welcome Tempe and hear her story of God’s saving grace. Just as we do each year, we will collect a love offering for the Gideons to bless their ministry of spreading the good news of Christ. Finally, one last and very important reason to put August 11th on your calendar, Debbie Salyer will be in attendance. Even though she’s moved to Myrtle Beach, she has faithfully continued to work with the Gideon ministry, just as she loved to do with Curtis. It will be wonderful to welcome Debbie back to Bethel. On a personal note, I want to extend a sincere, heartfelt thank you for the gift of the sabbatical that the church has graciously given to me and Karen. It’s been life-giving. I’ve enjoyed catching up on reading and even finding a new author that has deepened my knowledge of Scripture. His name is Chad Bird; check him out. Karen and I have also enjoyed attending other churches and I found it to be a blessing to see how other churches structure their worship services and to experience church life as a “visitor” of a church. I’m happy to report that in all the churches we’ve attended we were made to feel very welcome and it’s been interesting to meet a number of other Christians from different denominations. It’s been a blessing to worship the Lord without the responsibility of being a part of the service. I’ve also learned some new ways to better cope with stress through a class I continue to take through Shepherd’s Staff Ministry. This sabbatical has been all that I’d hoped it would be, so again, thank you Bethel. I look forward to seeing you all on August 11th for Gideon Sunday and I look forward to preaching again on August 18th. Until then, I hope and pray you’ll enjoy the rest of the summer. 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I realize that by writing a newsletter article about my unborn grandson I risk being labeled an obnoxious grandfather. I promise I’ll do my best to refrain from showing pictures at church each Sunday while proclaiming, “Isn’t he the most beautiful, wonderful, smartest baby ever?!” I want to share this good news with you though, because it is indeed good news and as Romans 12:15 says, “Rejoice with those who rejoice.” So, please, rejoice with us as we welcome Augustus “August” Roy Bradbury into the world and into our church. As we’ve been anticipating August’s birth I’ve been thinking about how God often blesses the world through children. I think about Abraham and Sarah as they awaited for their long hoped for baby. Recall that God promised them a gift of a child and they waited and yearned for this child for about 25 years before he was born. When the promised child finally arrived they named him Isaac, which means “Laughter.” Once Sarah found out she was pregnant, she laughed because it seems improbable, impossible, even laughable, that she would ever give birth. After all, she was a geriatric whose womb had been barren for decades. The news of an impending birth must have seemed like a joke, until God intervened and fulfilled His promise. This wasn’t the last time that God revealed his glory, might and power through the gift of a child. Think of Moses being set apart and saved from birth to lead God’s people out of bondage. Think of Hannah who was also barren and the Lord blessed her with a child whom she named Samuel, which means “God has heard.” All of these births foreshadow the Christ child. As much as we have been looking forward to the birth of our grandson I can imagine that our anticipation must pale in comparison to the anticipation that Mary and Joseph must have felt as they knew God was doing a new, miraculous thing in their midst. Can you imagine what they thought, or felt, as they anticipated the birth of Jesus? When Mary first receives word of her impending pregnancy she asks the angel, “How can this be since I’m a virgin?” The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be bornwill be holy; he will be called Son of God. And now, your relative Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son, and this is the sixth month for her who was said to be barren. For nothing will be impossible with God.” (Luke 1:34-37) I love that last line, “For nothing will be impossible with God.” As we wait and anticipate the birth of our grandson I am reminded that God is a light and blessing. He is the God of birth and re-birth, as Jesus reminds us that we must be born again and Paul calls us to a constant renewal of our minds. As I ponder all of these things I wonder what new thing is God birthing in your life? What improbable thing will God birth through the ministry of our church? I want to remind you that with God, nothing, nothing, nothing is impossible! We serve a great and holy God in whom we live, move and have our being. I pray that at Bethel we can do a great job of encouraging each other to have the faith of Abraham, Sarah, and Mary and to follow the Lord wherever He may lead. 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I was working two jobs, going to seminary while trying to be a decent husband and father. Life was hectic and harried. Truth be told, I felt like a failure as a husband and dad because of the demands on my time. I started seminary in 2001 and I knew I wouldn’t finish until at least 2006 and there was a season, which lasted a couple of months, that I seriously considered quitting seminary. I could only see the circumstances around me and those circumstances told me that I wasn’t even half- way through seminary, I was tired and I felt like my family was getting week-old leftovers of my time. What made matters worse is that my seminary professors did a great job of preparing future ministers by frequently reminding us of the pitfalls and difficulties of ministry. I listened intently to story after story of ministry horror stories and I asked myself, “Is this my future? Is this what I have to look forward to?” Combine those thoughts with feeling worn out, being only half- way through seminary and feeling like I’m letting down my family, I can tell you that quitting seminary seemed VERY appealing. I talked with my wife about dropping out and she wisely suggested that I speak to a seminary professor before I did something rash. I scheduled a lunch with Dr. Isam Ballenger, who was my Missiology professor. We met at a Chinese restaurant on a bitterly cold January day and I shared my struggles. At one point I told him, “You professors do a great job of painting a bleak picture of what it looks like to be a pastor! I can’t tell you how many ministry horror stories I’ve heard. I’m not sure this life is for me and I’m seriously thinking of quitting.” Dr. Ballenger calmly put down his fork and looked at me, his face full of compassion and care, and he said, “Oh no. Todd don’t do that. We’ve told you those stories to prepare you and maybe we’ve told too many of those stories. Perhaps we have not told you enough about the blessings of ministry.” I will never forget what he said next. He said, “Remember your calling. Don’t forsake your call. The blessings of being a pastor of a local church are too many to name. You will miss those blessings.” He wisely pointed me back to the time I heard the call of the Lord and then he pointed me forward to remind me of God’s sustaining presence, God’s promises and future blessings. Dr. Ballenger spoke to me with such care and conviction that I knew I could not quit. If I’d made it this far, then I could certainly finish. I tell you that story to tell you this story. One of the greatest blessings I’ve had in ministry is working alongside Linda Gardner. The Lord sent Linda to be our Administrative Assistant one month after I arrived at Bethel. She’s been WAY more than an Administrative Assistant. She truly treated her job as a calling and a ministry. She’s visited our congregants in the hospital. She routinely showed up to help with funerals on Saturdays. She listened to us. She prayed with us and prayed for us. She’s been a prayer partner and confidant to me. No matter the situation, Linda always found something positive and encouraging to say and always pointed us back to the Lord. She’s been the hands and feet of Christ in our office. I have learned so much from her these last 11 years and admire her greatly. Linda retired at the end of September and I want to say a huge “Thank you Linda!” for all of her hard work and tireless dedication. Most of all, I want to thank her for being my friend. I will miss her. We will miss her and we most certainly wish her well and pray that life is full of abundant blessings in her retirement. I also want to thank Dr. Ballenger for his wise words. Had I dropped out of seminary I’d have missed the blessing of working with and knowing Linda and I would have missed 1,000 other blessings along the way. Perhaps you are in the middle of some difficult circumstances right now. It’s so easy to feel overwhelmed when you’re in the middle of difficult, trying circumstances. If that’s you, take a moment and look beyond the circumstances. Look back and consider all God has done. Listen to the words of Psalm 77:11-13, ““I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago. 12 I will consider all your works and meditate on all your mighty deeds. 13 Your ways, God, are holy. What god is as great as our God?” Amen. What god is as great as our Lord?! Then, pause and think about your future and the promises God has given you. From Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Remember it is God who holds our future and that future contains blessings untold. Please, don’t allow the circumstances you’re facing today to overwhelm you. Remember there are blessings untold in store for you! Amen. May God bless Linda and her husband Charles. 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In that meeting I was reminded of a quote by pastor/author Mike Breen that I’d forgotten. Breen wrote an article some time ago with a shocking title, “Why the Missional Church Will Fail.” In it he says, “There is a reason so many movements in the Western Church have failed in the past century: They are a car without an engine. A missional Church is the new car everyone is talking about right now, but no matter how beautiful or shiny the vehicle, without an engine, it won’t go anywhere. So what is the engine of the Church? Discipleship. I’ve said it many times: If you make disciples, you will always get the Church. But if you try to build the Church, you will rarely get disciples. If you disciple people well, you will always get the Church. Always.” The part of the quote that I’d forgotten was, “If you make disciples, you will always get the church.” That quote was jarring to me because, as a pastor, it is so easy to focus on growing the church numerically. When I heard that quote from Mike Breen, I knew I needed to repent, to change direction. Fortunately, the Lord was already way ahead of me, as usual! The Lord has already put a Discipleship Team into place; it is one of the many wonderful things that has emerged from our Vision process. I began to pray for this team months ago and Delia Loving kept coming to mind as someone to ask to be on the team. Delia has a heart for discipleship so we arranged to meet. At that same time, Delia’s husband, Henry, went to a conference for all the owners of Lee’s Chicken franchises. Henry returned from the conference the day before Delia and I were to meet. The next morning Delia asked Henry how the conference went and he said he met a couple who were helping their church with discipleship. They gave Henry a card and told Henry, “If your church needs help with discipleship please let us know.” Henry gave that card to Delia on the very morning we were to meet. I believe this is the working of the Holy Spirit! Delia began to research their program and was impressed, so we met with the leadership of that church over Zoom. We learned about the “Discipling Another” program. This is a scriptural and prayer based, one-on-one experience where the “Discipler” and the “Disciple” work through a book that covers the fundamentals of our faith. The meetings take place once a week over the course of ten weeks and the meetings are at a time that is convenient for both individuals. At the end of ten weeks, the hope is both the “Discipler” and the “Disciple” will agree to another tool to help me repent. I recently met with another pastor and he led me to two books which have re-focused my attention to what should be every Christian’s life goal: Growing in Christlikeness. The two books are both by John Mark Comer and they are entitled, “Practicing the Way,” and “The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry.” Both books are VERY practical in that they offer various ways to order our lives around the life and teaching of Jesus. Comer picks up on an old monastic tradition where disciples of Jesus are encouraged to thoughtfully create a “Rule of Life.” A Rule of Life is way of ordering our lives around the spiritual practices that Jesus actually did and that He encouraged His disciples to do. There are nine practices outlined in Comer’s books. These nine are Sabbath, Prayer, Fasting, Solitude, Scripture, Community, Simplicity, Generosity and Hospitality. I’m still working on creating my own “Rule of Life,” and thinking through how I might incorporate all nine of these practices. Please note, incorporating these practices into our lives usually means eliminating some unhelpful practices, like bingeing Netflix, or scrolling mindlessly on our phones, so that we can incorporate these life giving Jesus practices. I share all of this with you for two reasons: First, I want to invite you to please join us on this discipleship journey. We’re going to kick off another round of the “Discipling Another” partnerships early next year. Join us! Our goal is for everyone at Bethel to participate. Second, take some time and read through Comer’s two books. Then, work on creating your own “Rule of Life.” I hope to offer classes on these two books next year; so stay tuned. The Lord is really working on me to make discipleship the “engine that fuels Bethel.” I wonder what Bethel can become if discipleship was our main focus? What if we each had a Rule of Life that helped us to practice how Jesus lived so that we can live like Jesus? I bet we’d have an abundance of fresh fruit of the spirit: Love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. May God lead and bless us as we work towards our vision of Knowing, Growing and Going in the Love of Christ. 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One of the things I love about Christmas is the routine. At Bethel we have two big, annual events that tell us Christmas is here, the Christmas Cantata and our Candlelight Christmas Eve Communion Service. Our Cantata will be on December 22 during our Worship Service and our Christmas Eve Service will begin at 5:30 pm. Both of these special services draw us together as a community of faith and, for me, they provide a comforting routine that rekindles special memories and offers fresh hope for the future. We also have family routines built around Christmas. Every Christmas morning all of our family gathers at my parents’ for breakfast. On Christmas 1998 this routine was broken. That year had been a particularly tough year because my father in law passed away in May. The plan for the day was for us to pick up my mother in law, affectionately known as “Mama Dot,” and drive to my parents’. The weather was nasty. It was cold and there were traces of ice on the road. We picked up Mama Dot and less than two miles down the road we hit a patch of ice. Our car did a slow motion slide into a ditch and flipped onto its side. With the car resting on its side, we began to assess the damage. Everyone was fine except Mama Dot. She had not worn her seatbelt and she fell to the other side of the car. She had a severe cut on her head. Long story short, Med Flight was called and she spent several days at MCV, but she recovered just fine, thank God! There was at least one act of grace that day. While we were waiting on Med Flight there was a gentleman who stopped to help. My nearly three year old daughter, Elizabeth, was obviously shaken up by the accident and she was cold. This nice gentleman allowed Elizabeth to sit in his truck to keep warm. I didn’t know the gentleman, but he mentioned that he lived about a mile from us on another road. Fast forward 26 years later to a lovely day this past May. My wife, Karen, and I went walking and saw a man struggling to get his lawnmower out of the ditch. It rained the night before and his lawnmower was stuck. So we stopped and I helped him pull the lawnmower out of the ditch. He thanked me and we went on our way. As we walked further it hit me; that was the man that allowed Elizabeth to sit in his truck 26 years prior. I said to Karen, “Isn’t that something! All those years ago, he sort of helped us out of a ditch and then here we are doing the same.” It’s like that act of grace came full circle. That stuck with me. A few weeks later, during my sabbatical I visited a local church and guess who we saw in worship? Yep, it was the same gentleman! I told him the story of how he helped us years ago on Christmas and how I thought it was a wonderful, divine appointment we could offer him some assistance getting him out of a ditch. We both marveled at the situation. Christmas is a time when we affirm one of the great truths of our faith, that Christ is Emanuel, which means “God with us.” That day in 1998 Christ was “Emanuel” for us through the kindness of a neighbor. I think we were “Emanuel” for him as well. I suspect there are plenty of folks in our community that need some help getting out of their own ditches of life. I pray God will give us eyes to see, ears to listen and a heart to understand how we might be Emanuel to others. When that happens, every day can be Christmas Day. May God not only bless our days, but may He redeem all of our days, even the worst days, like Christmas Day 1998 for me. Have a very Merry Christmas and I’m looking forward to seeing you at our special Christmas Worship Services. Once again, Merry Christmas and may the abundance of God’s blessings flow into your lives this New Year. May God bless you and may God bless Bethel Baptist Church. 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First, the church graciously granted me a sabbatical, which allowed me the time to think deeply about many aspects of life. Second, and most wonderfully, our family was blessed with the birth of our grandson. These two experiences have caused me to think more intentionally about how we value and use our time—and as we move into 2025, this focus feels even more urgent. It seems to me that the highest and best use of our time is to devote ourselves to becoming more Christlike. Pastor and author Andy Stanley puts it so beautifully: "Following Jesus will make your life better and will make you better at life." Not only does pursuing Christlikeness enrich our lives today, but it also prepares us for an eternity with Him. With that in mind, I’d like to introduce a theme for us to carry through 2025: "Practice Makes Perfect." The word "perfect" here comes from Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:48, where He says, “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.” In this context, "perfect" doesn’t mean flawless in the way the world defines it. Rather, it refers to being whole or complete—complete in our spiritual formation and relationship with God. This is a central part of our vision of “Knowing, Growing, and Going in the Love of Christ.” The theme “Practice Makes Perfect” has grown out of my reading of Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer. The message of the book is simple, yet profound: if we want to grow in Christlikeness, we strive to practice the spiritual disciplines that Jesus Himself modeled. These practices aren’t just habits to adopt—they are pathways to wholeness and spiritual maturity. In his book, Comer outlines nine essential spiritual disciplines that Jesus regularly practiced. Over the course of this year, we’ll explore each of these disciplines together. **1\. Sabbath** - A day for rest, worship, and renewal. Jesus showed us that rest is essential, not a luxury. **2\. Prayer** - Jesus's life was deepy rooted in intimate prayer with the Father. Prayer is the heartbeat of our relationship with God. **3\. Fasting** - Fasting helps us focus on God by letting go of temporary comforts, clearing space for God's voice to be heard more clearly. **4\. Solitude** - Jesus often withdrew to be alone with God. Solitude creates quiet space for us to hear His voice amidst the noise of life. **5\. Scripture** - Jesus lived by God's Word, and we are called to do the same - letting Scripture shape our hearts and minds. **6\. Community** - Jesus surrounded Himself with close friends, His disciples. We are made to live in community, supporting, encouraging, and challenging one another. **7\. Simplicity** - Jesus lived free from material excess, calling us to focus on what truly matters in life. **8\. Generosity** \- Jesus modeled radical generosity. We are called to give freely of our time, resources and love. **9\. Hospitality** - Jesus welcomed everyone, offering dignity and belonging, especially to those often overlooked. I’ve been practicing several of these disciplines for years— things like Scripture reading, prayer, and observing a 24-hour Sabbath. Some disciplines, like fasting and simplicity, are newer to me. I don’t claim to be an expert in any of them, but I’m excited to continue learning and growing in my relationship with the Lord through these practices. The theme “Practice Makes Perfect” reminds us that spiritual growth is a lifelong journey. Just as athletes improve through consistent practice, we grow spiritually by intentionally engaging with these disciplines. Over time, our lives become increasingly shaped by Christ’s love, peace, and purpose. To kick off this journey, we’ve invited Steve Booth to speak on **Brotherhood Sunday, January 19th**. Steve has an incredible wealth of knowledge and experience— having served for over seventeen years as the Associate Pastor for Christian Formation at First Baptist Church in Richmond and currently serving as a Counselor and Leadership Coach for Shepherd’s Staff Ministry. Steve has been coaching me for a couple of years, and I've learned so much from him about the spiritual disciplines that Jesus practiced. He'll be preaching during our morning service and we've asked him to lead a special session during the Sunday School hour on one of the spiritual disciplines (stay tuned for more details!) I truly hope you'll take advantage of this opportunity to learn more from Steve's wisdom and insight. Please note, Brotherhood Sunday will kick off with breakfast at 8:45 am. As we enter this new year, let’s commit ourselves to “Practicing the Way” of Christ. Let’s be intentional about following His example, so that we might experience the wholeness, peace, and transformation that come from living in His love. May His love shape us as we strive to live out our vision of Knowing, Growing, and Going in the Love of Christ. Happy New Year, and may God bless you all. 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Instead, it speaks to being whole, complete, or mature in Christ. This kind of perfection is a journey, one that we pursue through the spiritual disciplines that Jesus Himself practiced. These disciplines include Sabbath, Prayer, Fasting, Solitude, Scripture, Community, Simplicity, Generosity, and Hospitality. As we practice these Spiritual Disciplines, we become more like Him, which enables us to live into our vision of “Knowing, Growing and Going in the Love Christ.”  In keeping with our theme, we are going to practice Community and Hospitality together on Wednesday, February 12. Join us for a fun evening of fellowship, food, and laughter, as we celebrate Valentine’s Day with dinner and The Newlywed Game! We held this event last year, and I believe everyone had a wonderful time. We are excited to bring it back this year, and we’d love for you to be a part of it! The discipline of hospitality is about being a community that truly welcomes others with open arms, just as Christ has welcomed us. Romans 12:13 says, “Share with the Lord’s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.” Through this event, we get to open our doors, share a meal, and practice being present with one another. It’s not just about the food or the game; it’s about building relationships and growing together in the love of Christ. In a world that often feels disconnected, these moments of fellowship are vital to nurturing the community Christ calls us to be. This is a chance to connect, build new friendships, or strengthen existing ones—all while celebrating the love and grace of God. In Acts 2:46-47, we see the early church living out this kind of community: “Every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts, praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people.” When we come together for dinner and fun, we’re following in their footsteps—growing in unity, joy, and the love of Christ. As we laugh, share stories, and get to know each other better, we deepen our relationships in the Body of Christ. John 13:34-35 reminds us of the foundation of our relationships: “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” We hope this  evening will be an expression of that love—growing together in Christ as we share in the joy of His community. To help us prepare, please RSVP by February 9th. You can sign up at the round table in the People of Hope Center or contact the church office. We look forward to an evening full of laughter, love, and the joy of community. 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Please send me. ### Page ID: 7075318 ### Content: # Here I am Lord. Please send me. ### [Bethel Baptist Church](https://www.bethelchurchmidlothianva.org) Susie Hilton is one of our newest members, and I recently had the blessing of sitting down with her to learn about her incredible time as a missionary in both Hong Kong and India. I’d like for you to hear Susie’s story as well, so for this month’s newsletter, I’m sharing an **Susie, please tell us a little about yourself. Where did you grow up and go to school?** I grew up in Wingate, NC. Wingate is a small college town outside Charlotte that most people only know about as one of the small towns they drive through on the way to the beach. I studied Cross-Cultural Studies at Toccoa Falls College and later attended the University of Richmond for **You shared with me that you served as a missionary in both Hong Kong and India. How did** As a child growing up in North Carolina, I developed an interest in learning about different cultures. Through Girls in Action (GAs), I learned about Lottie Moon and Amy Carmichael, who became my early role models. My aunt further nurtured this curiosity by taking me to JAARS/Wycliffe, where I learned about Bible translation and had the privilege of spending time with missionaries on home assignment. These experiences allowed me to hear firsthand accounts of how God was working in diverse communities around the world. I was captivated by the richness of various cultures and the powerful ways God used ordinary people with diverse skills and talents to do extraordinary things. I was inspired by these stories, and I envisioned Fast forward to high school, and I felt a persistent pull to do more. When my church offered a trip to India, I eagerly seized the opportunity. At 17, my life was forever changed by the people I met in those two weeks. I experienced God in ways I had never experienced Him before. The people I met in that small village in India, with their passion and love for God, lit a fire in me. I was overwhelmed and eager to jump in, but I was 17 and a senior in high school. Right then, I would have given up everything and stayed. The night before we left, I was crying out to God, overwhelmed with a desire to serve. I was struggling to understand why God would light this fire in me just to go back home and return to school to study and play basketball. It all seemed so trivial. I was reading Isaiah chapter 6 and calling out to God for comfort. Isaiah 6:8 became a guiding promise in my life. God asked Isaiah, “Who shall I send, who will go for us?” and Isaiah answered God’s call with, “Here I am; send me.” I prayed earnestly for God to send me immediately, but instead, He gently reminded me I needed to go home and finish school. I often found myself repeating this prayer over the years: “Send me; I will go,” envisioning a life dedicated to working in a remote village in India. However, God didn’t send me to teach children in an orphanage. Instead, He sent me to unexpected places—Nepal, the bustling city of Hong Kong, where I taught elementary school and volunteered with refugees, and finally back to India seven years later, where I found myself working with Fortune 500 companies instead of children. Most recently, God has brought me here to Bethel Baptist Church. Bethel has already been an answer to my prayers. Over the years, one of my heartfelt prayers has been to find a community where I could grow deeper in my faith. While many verses and passages in the Bible resonate with me, Isaiah 6:8 remains a constant reminder that I need to be willing to follow God’s call. When I feel lost or overwhelmed, He gently reminds me that I just need to say to the opportunities before me. I don’t have to fret about the how or the when; instead, I can trust that He will provide direction, support, and the right people to challenge and teach me as I serve Him. **What have you learned about God through your missionary work? What have you learned** Through my missionary work, I have learned that God is immense, alive, active, creative, and constant. He is the one who does the work; I am privileged to witness it. My experiences have revealed to me a profound truth about humanity: regardless of our backgrounds, beliefs, or circumstances, we all share the same fundamental needs. We need and desire a relationship with God and the unique joy that only He can provide. Time and time again, I have seen that nothing is impossible with God, and I know that sounds like a cliché, but the most content and joyful people I know have lived the hardest lives and have suffered so much from the world. Yet, they love God and worship Him with a genuineness and When we strive to serve others, we will never be fulfilled. We will be disappointed and frustrated. We will never complete the task because the needs around us are overwhelming, and we will always fall short, physically or emotionally. What I have learned—and am continuing to learn, as I often need God’s reminders—is that when we serve God, we will not be defeated by our shortcomings or the shortcomings of those we partner with. We will not be discouraged; we When I first went overseas as a missionary, I thought I was going to be the hands and feet of Jesus and serve people wherever God led me. I learned that God did not call me to serve others; He called me to serve Him. When I focus on serving God rather than serving others, I do not become overwhelmed. I am energized rather than being drained. We are all broken, we are all sinners, we are all selfish, and we all need God’s loving grace and provision. I love helping people, and I love teaching, and I am thankful that God allows me to serve Him through these gifts. My prayer continues to be “Here I am, send me,” and I pray that I will be a living testimony I’d like to thank Susie for the privilege of interviewing her for this article. There were a couple of things that really stuck with me—her reminder that we are all called to serve Christ and keep Him at the center of our lives, and her challenge to always be ready to say, “Here I am, Lord, send me.” Let’s take that to heart—listening for Christ’s voice and following His call, wherever He leads. I’m so grateful that God has brought Susie to Bethel. I know she’ll be a blessing to our church and I pray we’ll be a blessing to her. I pray God will continue to bless Susie. 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The good news is if you missed it, you’ll have another chance to attend on April 9 at 6:00 pm! We’ve invited Derek Blumenthal from Chosen People Ministries to guide us through a traditional Jewish Seder, or Passover meal. Along the way, he will highlight the many ways Christ is revealed in the Passover. Here’s a little more about Derek and the “Messiah in the Passover” experience: Derek, can you tell us a bit about yourself, where you grew up, where you went to school, and how you came to receive Christ as your Lord and Savior? “I was born in Philadelphia but grew up mostly in Southern New Jersey. My father is Jewish, and my mother is not. Although I wasn’t raised in a particularly religious home, our Jewish culture was always an important part of our family life. During high school, some friends invited me to start attending Young Life meetings with them. Young Life is a Christian ministry for teens, and it was through hearing the Gospel at these meetings, along with experiencing the love of the Messiah through my friends and Young Life leaders, that I gave my life to Jesus. Interestingly, this happened on my 16th birthday, so I celebrate both my physical birth and spiritual rebirth on the same day each year! When I was a freshman at Drexel University in Philadelphia, I attended a campus Bible study where a guest speaker—who happened to be the first other Jewish believer I had ever met— spoke about Messianic Judaism and ministry to Jewish people. God used that moment to ignite a passion in my heart for this particular ministry, which I eventually decided to pursue.” Tell us about “Messiah in the Passover.” How have you seen it impact people’s lives, and why should folks attend? “I’ve been involved in Jewish ministry for 15 years, and during that time, I’ve had the privilege of sharing the Gospel through the Passover Seder many times, often with Jewish people who have not yet believed. I couldn’t even begin to count how many times I’ve seen the light bulb go on in people’s minds as they connect the rituals of the Seder, the history of Israel’s freedom from slavery in Egypt, and the salvation offered to all through Yeshua, our Passover Lamb. It’s a deeply rich and edifying experience that I believe your church will love. I encourage you to ask your congregants to pray about inviting their Jewish friends and neighbors to the event, as they will hear the Gospel clearly presented. Let’s see what God will do!” I am really looking forward to experiencing another “Messiah in the Passover” dinner, and I hope you are as well. We will serve Lee’s Chicken with all the sides and you can register on the sign-up sheet at the round table in the People of Hope Center or by calling the church office by Monday, April 7. We will have a basket to collect donations for the dinner, with a suggested amount of at least $10 per person. Additionally, we will take up a love offering for Chosen People Ministries. This event will be a wonderful way to prepare our hearts for Holy Week and Resurrection Sunday, which is on April 20. Also, don’t miss our special Maundy Thursday service at 7:00 pm on April 17. This service is always a very somber and reflective experience. And please invite your young friends to our Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. I’m looking forward to these many unique ways we can learn about and celebrate the resurrection of our Lord. 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His daughter, Sharon Butler, and her husband, Eric, welcomed a beautiful baby girl named Lena into their family through adoption. I recently had the joy of meeting little Lena, and let me tell you, she’s a delight. I asked Sharon if she’d share how Lena came into their lives. What she told me is nothing short of a God story, and I’m Sharon and Eric’s adoption journey kicked off in late 2019, but like so many things, it hit a pause when COVID arrived. “By early 2022, we were emerging from the ‘fog’ of the pandemic,” Sharon shared, “and realizing we’d lost nearly two years in our adoption process.” Ready to move forward, they teamed up with Amy, an adoption consultant and adoptive mom herself, who guided them to an agency in Arizona in September 2024. There, a counselor named Jackie had been praying for just the right parents. When she spotted Eric's signature red mohawk, she felt a spark. "She thought it could be a connector," Sharon said with a smile, and that we'd be great parents." Not long after, an expectant mom—sporting bright red hair just like Eric’s—chose to place her soon-to-be-born daughter for adoption. Jackie had a hunch Sharon and Eric were the perfect match, and in October, the couple flew to Arizona to meet her. “We were all a little nervous at first,” Sharon admitted, “but God blessed us with easy conversation and a surprising comfort with each other.” They clicked over their love for nature, animals, and even the name Lena—a family name meaning “ray of light,” which struck a chord with the expectant mom who was often called the same by her friends. Lena’s arrival came sooner than expected when her birth mom faced pre-eclampsia. “We got the call late on a Friday night,” Sharon recalled, “and hopped on a 5:45 AM flight from North Carolina to Arizona.” They raced to the hospital, where Sharon waited anxiously for Lena’s delivery. “Moments later, two doctors and two nurses rolled out with Lena in a bassinet and said, ‘Congrats, Mom!’ I was stunned—it suddenly felt so real,” she shared. Weighing in at a tiny but mighty 5 pounds, 5 ounces, Lena was calmed by Sharon’s touch—a moment Sharon calls Adoption wasn’t without its hurdles, from emotional vulnerability to financial risks and logistical challenges like interstate clearance. Yet, Sharon sees God’s hand in every step. “God’s been in the details in ways we couldn’t have imagined,” she said. “We truly believe this birth mom was meant to be part of our story, and Lena was meant to be our daughter.” From coincidences—like the birth mom’s late grandmother sharing Sharon’s name—to the grace-filled connection they've built with Lena's birth family, it's a bond that feels divinely ordained. At first, the birth mom wasn’t sure about an open adoption, but after Lena’s birth, she warmed to the idea of staying connected. “We keep in touch through emails with her and her mother, sending monthly photo and video updates,” Sharon said, adding that they’re planning visits every other year. This openness stems from their heartfelt belief that “it’s in Lena’s best interest to know her family of origin,” a conviction they credit to God softening their hearts. God’s timing worked wonders in practical ways too. Eric’s extended paternity leave and Sharon's maternity leave lined up beautifully, giving them nearly four months to bond with Lena. "We were able to spend three weeks in Arizona and have that precious time together as a new family, free from distractions," Sharon said with gratitude. Looking back, Sharon sees God’s love reflected in their story. “We welcomed Lena into our family with the same delight God has when He welcomes us as His children through Jesus, like it says in Galatians 1,” she said. “Two years ago, I wouldn’t have believed this is where we’d be, but God worked it all out in the most spectacular way.” And the greatest gift of all? “We delight so much in Lena,” Sharon beamed. “We knew parenthood would be powerful, but we underestimated how deeply we’d love her—and her birth family too. We still marvel at how God showed up in every part of this journey.” Meeting Lena, their little ray of light, was a treat for me, and soon you’ll get the chance too! Sharon and Eric will share their story with our congregation on Sunday, May 18. And here’s a bonus: after church, we’re hosting a BBQ lunch with Pitmasters David and Jonathan Grubbs firing up the grill. More details are coming, but mark your calendars for May 18. Join us as we worship, celebrate, and give thanks for all God’s doing in the Glazener/ Butler family and our Bethel Church family. May God bless Dennis, Sharon, Eric, and especially little Lena—and may He bless Bethel Baptist Church too! 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We provide **bags of non-perishable groceries** to both Bethel members and individuals in the surrounding community who are facing food insecurity. Each visit to the pantry is not only an opportunity to receive food, but also **a chance to receive prayer, encouragement, and hope**. Our team is here to support you physically and spiritually. The pantry is kept stocked with **ready-to-distribute grocery bags**, so we can respond quickly and graciously to those in need. **We welcome anyone who could benefit from this service.** Whether you need a helping hand or want to donate or serve, Charlotte’s Food Pantry is a place where needs are met and lives are touched by the love of Jesus Christ. Come receive food, prayer, and a reminder that you’re not alone. Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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The **Discipling Another** program—a 10-week, one-on-one discipleship journey designed to help believers deepen their faith and live out the Great Commission. This ministry is grounded in Jesus’ command in Matthew 28: 19–20: ***"Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you."*** Discipleship is not optional—it’s essential. As pastor and author **Mike Breen** reminds us, "Discipleship in the engine that drives the church." This program is designed for anyone seeking to grow spiritually—whether you're new to the faith or looking to be renewed in your walk with Christ. Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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Whether you’re visiting for the first time or looking for a church home, we want you to feel welcomed, known, and loved. We believe God has uniquely gifted each of us to serve, lead, and encourage one another — and we’re excited to introduce you to the team who shepherds and supports our church family. Our pastors, ministry leaders, and support staff are passionate about helping people know Christ, grow in faith, and serve the world. Each team member brings a heart for ministry and a commitment to walking alongside you on your spiritual journey. Come meet us in person on Sunday mornings, or reach out anytime — we’d love to connect with you! Pastor Todd Bradbury serves as Pastor of Bethel Baptist Church, bringing a deep passion for faith, family, and community. A graduate of Virginia Tech with a degree in Finance (1989) and the Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond with a Master of Divinity (2006), Pastor Todd spent several years in the financial services industry before following his calling into ministry. Todd and his wife, Karen, enjoy spending time with their two grown children and one grandchild. Together, they love traveling and hiking—especially in the mountains. In his spare time, Pastor Todd enjoys reading, watching great movies, following sports, and cycling. ***"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."*** Jeremy Meads serves as the Family Life Minister at Bethel Baptist Church, where he is passionate about building relationships and helping families grow in faith together. A native of Fredericksburg, Virginia, Jeremy earned his undergraduate degree from James Madison University and is currently pursuing a Master of Divinity at the Baptist Seminary of Kentucky. Jeremy is married to Virginia, and they are proud parents to their daughter, Eliza. In his free time, he enjoys playing golf and volleyball, watching football and NASCAR on Sundays (Go Birds!), and spending time with family and friends. ***“Learn to do good; seek justice; rescue the oppressed; defend the orphan; plead for the widow.”*** Stephanie Blanton serves as the Worship Coordinator at Bethel Baptist Church, where she helps lead and organize meaningful worship experiences that draw the congregation closer to God. She brings over 15 years of experience as a choir director at Graceland Baptist Church and has served at Bethel since 2022. Stephanie holds an Associate’s Degree from J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College and has worked in the legal profession for more than 40 years. Outside of church, she enjoys spending time with her family, gardening, and reading. ***“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers... will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”*** Heather Kerns serves as the Preschool Director at Bethel Baptist Church, where she oversees our weekday preschool ministry with a passion for nurturing young children and supporting their families. With a heart for helping children grow spiritually, socially, and academically, Heather works closely with teachers and parents to provide a safe, caring, and Christ-centered learning environment. Her joy is seeing little ones take their first steps in learning and faith. Kim Arnold serves as the Administrative Assistant at Bethel Baptist Church, providing vital support to the staff, ministry teams, and congregation. With a warm spirit and a heart for service, she helps keep church operations running smoothly and ensures that day-to-day needs are met with care and excellence. Kim enjoys being a part of the behind-the-scenes ministry that allows others to connect, serve, and grow in their faith. Christine Bordwine serves as the Nursery Minister at Bethel Baptist Church, where she oversees care and ministry for our youngest children. With a heart for showing Christ’s love to little ones, Christine creates a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment where children can take their first steps in faith. She is dedicated to partnering with parents, ensuring they feel supported and encouraged as they raise their children in the Lord. Tina Davis serves as Sexton at Bethel Baptist Church, faithfully caring for the facilities that support the ministries of the church. With dedication and attention to detail, Tina helps ensure that the church is a welcoming and well-maintained place for worship, fellowship, and community gatherings. Her behind-the-scenes service plays a vital role in creating an environment where people can focus on growing in their faith. Music has been an integral part of Cathy Marshall’s life since she first sang in the children’s choir at her home church in Chesterfield County. She began playing piano at the age of nine and joined the adult choir at just thirteen. Cathy believes that everyone is called to use their God-given gifts to glorify Him, serve others, and be a witness through their talents. Cathy began her music ministry journey in 1981 with her first paid position and was called to dual service in church administration and music in 1985. She has faithfully served as Bethel’s Accompanist since October 1997 and currently works as the Office Manager and Financial Secretary at Branch’s Baptist Church in South Richmond. Her passion for music is matched only by her lifelong love of animals—fostered through 4-H programs that included music, drama, and veterinary science projects. Cathy met her husband, Dennis, through their shared love of horses and rodeo, and they married in 1982. Today, Dennis is a beekeeper, and together they care for five very spoiled cats. In her spare time, Cathy enjoys Southern Gospel music, knitting, crafting with her mother, and spending time with family. Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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Each window tells a story. This booklet preserves them. These are just a few of the beautiful windows featured in the commemorative booklet. A special thank you to our Historians Aleta Goodwyn Jenkins and Ellen Francis Moseley. **These stained-glass windows add great beauty and warmth for worship in Bethel's sanctuary as they let in God's light. May His light forever glow outward to those in need of God's love.** Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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At Bee-Attitudes! Vacation Bible School, children will discover what it means to let the light of Jesus shine through their lives while enjoying engaging Bible stories, energetic music, games, crafts, snacks, and interactive activities.** Whether your child is visiting for the first time or has attended VBS for years, they'll be welcomed into a safe, loving environment where they'll grow in their faith and make lasting friendships. Throughout the week, children will learn how to shine God's light through kindness, compassion, humility, forgiveness, and love. Copyright 2026 Bethel Baptist Church. 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