Bethany's Various Ministries

Bethany has loads of groups and activities for all ages and interests! Whether it's in discipleship, music, outreach, or simply fellowship, check out the list below to see where you can plug in.

​Sunday School Classes

Bethany has four adult Sunday School Classes which meet at 10:00 on Sunday mornings. Each class has its own distinct culture, and are open to all people who'd like to join. The best way to find a good fit is to try one! 

Children's Ministries

The Children's Ministry is very active at Bethany, with a Children's Church offered each week during our Casual Service as well as having Sunday School Classes available at 10:00 for all ages. There are programs and fun activities held regularly throughout the year as well - we hope you'll join us!

Family Ministries

​Our Family Ministries Team hosts events for all ages throughout the year. Some of our regular events include occasional Fellowship Breakfasts on Sunday mornings, Senior (75+) Luncheons, Christmas Caroling and a Hayride, Young Adult Gatherings, and more! 

Outreach and Missions

The Outreach and Missions Team at Bethany is focused on serving the James Island Community and beyond in a variety of ways. Whether it's welcoming visitors to Bethany, sponsoring local children's sports teams, partnering with the District and Conference on Mission Trips, or contributing to wider mission opportunities, they are always on the lookout for ways to be the hands-on presence of Christ near and far. 

Men's Group

Bethany's Men's Group is very active, holding regular meetings (over breakfast!) at 8:00am on the first Sunday of each month. They host Community-famous Fish Fries and BBQs throughout the year, as well as contribute to many other ministries and church functions. 

Music Ministries

Bethany has a music ministry that is always hoping to grow! We have a traditional Chancel Choir, which sings on during our Traditional Service each Sunday as well as presents special concerts and cantatas throughout the year. There is also a Praise Band which performs during our Casual Service, a Hand Bell Choir which performs occasionally during our Traditional Service, and a whole host of opportunities for soloists or small ensembles to practice and perform.

​United Methodist Women

Our UMW is made up of women of all ages who meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 7:00pm. They host educational and mission focused gatherings open to all, hold church-wide luncheons, and contribute to many other ministries of the church and community throughout the year. 

James Island Outreach

Bethany partners with many other churches on James Island to support the work of James Island Outreach, a community focused ministry of crisis relief and ongoing assistance which supports those most in need on James Island. To learn more, check out jioutreach.org or click on the button below.

Charleston Wesley Foundation

Bethany participates with other area churches to provide support to this foundation as they connect the college students of our community with the Gospel. To learn more, go to charlestonwesleyonline.org or click on the button below.

Faith, Activity, and Nutrition (FAN) Program

An evidence-based program that can help congregations and communities improve their physical health through increased opportunities for physical activity and healthy eating, with the ultimate goal of reducing chronic disease and enhancing quality of life in UMC members, clergy and surrounding church communities.

Check out Some of our Past Events!
The files below are locked and accessible to Bethany UMC members possessing the password.
Bethany UMC Administrative Council Minutes

From April 15, 2019 & approved by eVote on June 3, 2019
admin_council_mins_20190415.pdf
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Bethany United Methodist Women Meeting Minutes

UMW Calendar for 2019
umw_calendar_2019.pdf
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From May 7, 2019 & approved June 4, 2019
umw_mins_20190507.pdf
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Bethany UMC Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes and Reports

From April 29, 2019
trustee_minutes_20190429.pdf
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Bethany UMC Men's Club Meeting Minutes

From April 7, 2019 and approved at the meeting on May 5, 2019
umm_meeting_minutes_from_20190407.pdf
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