Welcome to Bethany UMC of James Island SC!
Whether you are a long-time member or a first-time guest, we are glad you chose to worship at Bethany. |
One Service at 10:00 a.m.
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WelcomeGreetings from Reverend Susan Pennock
Welcome to the vibrant, welcoming, and growing community of Bethany UMC on James Island! As the pastor of this wonderful church family, I am honored to serve alongside this group of believers. Bethany is not only “the end of your search for a friendly church - but we are also a community of believers who are passionate about personal growth, community engagement, and making a positive impact in the world. We are committed to living out our faith in tangible ways, through our involvement in James Island Outreach and Reading Partners, care packages for the homeless, a resource center for foster families, and other community programs. We believe that the church is called to be the hands and feet of Christ in the world, and we are dedicated to serving those in need and sharing God's love with all whom we encounter. Known as the "pumpkin church," we have added Christmas Trees and a seasonal market to our church campus. We are excited to announce that we have also recently constructed a new playground for our children and children in the community to enjoy! If you are searching for a community of caring, active, inclusive, and growing believers who are having a good time "being the church," then Bethany UMC is the place for you! Come join us for worship on Sundays at 10 am, whether in-person or online through Facebook and YouTube. Please reach out if you would like more information. I look forward to getting to know you! Blessings, Reverend Susan Pennock Upcoming EventsBethany Market: Sat., June 24th, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Come out and enjoy shopping from our vendors. Get some lunch from one of our food trucks and have a picnic under our oaks while you're here! For more information, please visit the Bethany Markets link found on our Witness Ministries page. 
Vacation Bible School: Sun., June 25, to Wed., June 28, 2023
Calling All Heroes for VBS Get ready for Vacation Bible School 2023! Join the fun with the ultimate super hero team. With Hero Hotline VBS, we will answer the call to serve God together as we strive to bring peace and build each other up. Each night is filled with a Bible lesson, crafts, games, science, music and more! The last night will be an outdoor celebration with jump castles and water slides! Save the Date: Sunday, June 25 - Wednesday, June 28, 2023 from 5-7 p.m. each night Supper will be served each night from 5-5:30 p.m. Activities will begin 5:30-7 p.m. Ages: 3 through rising 5th graders The links to our VBS registration forms can be found on the Nurture Ministries page. 
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Our Nursery is Open during Church Service and Sunday School
We have a wonderful and caring Nursery Worker that is on staff each Sunday for both Sunday Service and Sunday School. The nursery is available from newborn to three years old. Adult Small Groups & Sunday School Classes Small Groups & Sunday School Classes meet on Sundays immediately following the service - 11:00 a.m. For more information, please visit our Nurture Ministries page. Methodist Men
UMM gathers the first Sunday of every month at 8:30 a.m. for breakfast in the Fellowship Hall. Please visit our Nurture Ministries page for more information. Methodist Women The United Women in Faith also meet the first Sunday of every month at 8:30 a.m. Please visit our Nurture Ministries page for more information. Resource Closet at Bethany
Bethany Outreach Ministries opened an area Epworth Children's Home Resource Closet. Our closet provides children's clothing (elementary aged new or gently used clothes and gift cards for teens to purchase clothes), bedding, toiletries, school supplies, and other items to Epworth's foster/adoptive and other families in our area. For more information, please contact Terry Gemmill, Outreach Ministries Team Chair, through the church office, with your interest in serving communities surrounding Bethany Church. Online Donations
Please keep Bethany UMC healthy & growing by supporting our ministries through tithes and special offerings. Please mail: Bethany UMC James Island 1853 Maybank Hwy Charleston, SC or give Online Giving a try. |