NEWS & RESOURCES

Brenda Carpenter doesn’t remember a time when generosity wasn’t part of her life, but she does remember how it felt. She grew up in a home where love was something you lived and not just something you talked about. Her parents raised her and her siblings to know the...

For Ben Rutledge, it started with a desire to do more for God. A few years ago, after attending a retreat, something shifted for him. “I just had this strong sense of wanting to share the gospel,” he said. “I was like, ‘Okay, I need to become a pastor.’” So he did...

At Bethel, our values reflect who we are becoming as disciples centered on Jesus.

For Abraham Torres, faith was never the problem. He had always believed in God. But growing up, church never really connected. It took an invitation into an open setting with other people for him to realize he wasn’t alone in his questions. Through this diverse group, having weekly discussions, and centering themselves around Jesus, Abraham was able to understand the love of God in a whole new way.

We pursue authentic relationships with God and others because it’s what Jesus modeled and where life truly flourishes. When Jennifer Jones moved to the Tri-Cities, she wasn’t just looking for a church. She was looking for a place where she could belong, and where the kids who might pass through her home could belong too. Her story shows the impact real relationships can have in our lives.

For Brent Hampson, that journey hasn’t looked the way he expected. His story is full of ups, downs, and unexpected directions. Brent’s story demonstrates how following Jesus isn’t about arriving. It’s about being formed. Slowly, daily, often in ways we wouldn’t choose, until our lives begin to reflect Him more and more.