How Bethany Lutheran Church Became a Place of Belonging, Youth Faith Formation, and Community Outreach
When I came to Bethany, I was looking for a home and a community where I could belong. Bethany helped me find a place where I felt comfortable and included. Through confirmation and the youth group, I found a community where I could be myself, and for that I am truly thankful. From the moment my family and I were welcomed into the church community, Bethany felt like my church home.
I appreciate the way the whole church goes out of its way to help others, especially those facing hunger and homelessness. Packing supply kits for kids and for people living on the streets with daily necessities shows how we are all reaching out to help the world.
I learned about generosity by volunteering to help put together care packages. Knowing that each package would help someone in their everyday life made the work feel meaningful. Every package of beans and rice helps another person. Even if I don’t fully understand the impact, I know I am doing something good—and that means a lot to me.
I hope that Bethany can continue its outreach to the community through donations and support for other ministries. Helping with world hunger and homelessness allows more people to feel cared for and to experience God’s love.
