visited
serve one another
by the strength that God supplies
as Christ zealous for good works
not grow weary of doing good ... especially to those who are of the household of faith
the love of God made
pour out
cup of water
the common good
gifts
do good to
clothed
everyone
manifest among us stir up one another
earnestly to one of the least of these
empowered by one and the same Spirit
love
welcomed
Bethlehem Baptist Church
Ministry Opportunities
... in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ —1
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Bookstore & Library
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Disability Ministries
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Family Discipleship
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Global Ministries
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Hispanic Ministry
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Hospitality Ministry
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Media
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Medical Ministries
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Office/Properties Support
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Outreach Ministries
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Prayer
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Sanctity of Life & Adoption
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Welcome Team Ministry
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Women’s Ministry
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Worship & Music
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Bookstore & Library Bethlehem’s bookstore and library seek to provide the congregation with resources that reflect the values of the church and that stimulate the mind and heart to treasure Christ and deepen our joy in God.
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Bookstore
The bookstore is a ministry of Bethlehem College and Seminary, offering a wide selection of fiction, nonfiction, and children’s books as well as books by Puritan authors and John Piper. All sales support the work of BCS. join us
Provide a friendly atmosphere for guests by helping customers with book recommendations, purchases, and requests.
Contact ... Amber Satterfield 612-455-3440 Learn more >
time commitment
After worship services on all campuses.
Library
The Bethlehem Library is located at both the Downtown and North campuses. Our resources include fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, CDs, and DVDs. Materials are available for lending to anyone in the church. join us
Assist library patrons at the circulation desk, process new materials, and help with assorted tasks as needed. time commitment
A 3-hour shift once a month or weekly.
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Bookstore & Library
Contact ... Edith Carlson 612-455-3401 Learn more >
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Disability Ministries We believe God has a sovereign purpose in every life. Join us as we engage people with special needs and welcome, love, and care for them in practical ways as we equip them to serve and engage in the life of the church.
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His Strength
This class is for students in Preschool through Grade 8 attending at the Downtown or South Campus who have cognitive disabilities or sensory challenges. join us
Contact ... D Michelle
Ryan 952-474-1966
Be a one-on-one aide in this class.
time commitment
At least twice a month during Sunday School.
His Works
His Works is a Sunday morning gathering at the North Campus that provides an opportunity for adults with cognitive disabilities to be discipled and to disciple others.
Contact ... N Lee Burtman 612-746-2650 x675
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Be a spiritual mentor or help with classroom needs.
time commitment
At least twice a month during Sunday School.
One-on-One Aide
Serve as a one-on-one aide in a Sunday School class or in the nursery caring for a child’s practical and spiritual needs. Aides serve to encourage a child’s gifts as a part of the body of Christ.
Contact ... D Michelle
Ryan 952-474-1966
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Be a one-on-one aide or substitute aide.
N Lee Burtman 612-746-2650 x675
time commitment
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At least twice a month during Sunday School.
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Family Discipleship We join with parents to nurture the faith of the next generation in a God-centered, Christ-exalting, environment. Our goal is for children at Bethlehem to surpass us in faith, knowledge, righteousness, fruitfulness, evangelistic zeal, and commitment to world evangelization.
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Nursery (ages 0–3)
Bethlehem’s nurseries provide attentive care and teach biblical truths to children. Volunteers are committed to loving, teaching, and praying for Bethlehem’s youngest members of the flock. join us
Be a teacher, a team leader, caregiver, or substitute. time commitment
Flexible weekend and weekday opportunities during worship services and other events.
Children (Pre K–Grade 4)
Children’s ministry seeks to teach truth to children by providing biblical curriculum and a team of volunteers using their gifts to encourage application of the Word. join us
Contact ... D Lisa
Burk 612-338-7653 x495 N Carmen Tomaszewski 612-455-0800 x807
Tracy Anderson 612-746-2650 x656 S
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Contact ... D Connie Oman 612-338-7653 x485
Teach a class, be a classroom team leader, lead a small group, lead worship, or substitute as needed.
Nyman 612-455-0800 x808
time commitment
S Rebekah Tucker 612-746-2650 x657
Weekly during Connection and/or Sunday School.
N Annika
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Youth (grades 5–8)
Youth Ministry assists students in grades 5–8 transition from being children to young adults. Join us by pointing them to Christ through teaching, worship, and small group interaction. join us
Teach a class, be a classroom team leader, lead a small group, lead worship, or substitute as needed. time commitment
Weekly during Connection and/or Sunday School.
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Family Discipleship
Contact ... D Connie
Oman 612-338-7653 x485 N Annika Nyman 612-455-0800 x808
Rebekah Tucker 612-746-2650 x657 S
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Young Adult (Sr High)
We prepare Sr High students (grades 9–12) for Christian adulthood by encouraging delight and maturity in Jesus through Sunday School classes, Wednesday night gatherings, and other events. join us
Be a small group mentor. time commitment
Weekly during Connection and/or Sunday School.
Contact ... D Pastor
Ken Currie 612-338-7653 x245 N Annika Nyman 612-455-0800 x808
Rebekah Tucker 612-746-2650 x657 S
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Adventure Girls
This neighborhood outreach is open to all girls in grades 5–9 from Bethlehem and the Phillips neighborhood. Our desire is to involve Bethlehem girls, moms, and other women in reaching out to non-Christian girls.
Contact ... Marlene Johnson 952-884-3982
join us
Be a prayer partner, mentor, or van driver. time commitment
Wednesday nights during the school year and other occasional events.
Boy Scouts & Cub Scouts Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts provide a way for a team of adults to mentor young men through teaching God’s word, witnessing God’s glory in creation, and modeling servant leadership. join us
Be a leader and teach scouts to be servant leaders.
Contact ... D Greg
Mott 612-548-4734 N Jeff Olson 651-492-3673
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Family Life Events
Through conferences, retreats, and other events for parents and children, Family Life encourages families (and the wider church family) to mark milestones in their children’s lives, nurture parent-child relationships, and lead each family member to a deeper maturity in Christ.
Contact ... Pastor Bud Burk 612-338-7653 x486 Learn more >
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Plan events, decorate, set up, tear down, and much more.
Father’s Light Mentoring
Father’s Light Mentors minister through one-on-one connections with children. Many children are currently on our waiting list, hoping for a Christian man or woman to come alongside them.
join us
Volunteer as a mentor.
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Family Discipleship
Contact ... John Supica 612-338-7653 x735
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Global Ministries Global Ministries aims to reach all tribes, tongues, and nations with the gospel. We desire to nurture and train many people to become dedicated goers from among our congregation, and to involve and educate all others to be passionate senders.
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Global Outreach
Anyone who is sent from Bethlehem as a global partner goes through the Nurture Program, which aims to address character, knowledge, and skills through classes, seminars, and local cross-cultural ministry. join us
Enroll in the Nurture Program or pray for current members.
Short Term Ministry
Short Term Ministry works with Bethlehem departments and partner ministries to meet physical and spiritual needs through local and international initiatives and trips. Short-term teams are formed to strengthen and serve our global partners and their ministries.
Contact … Luke Humphrey 612-338-7653 x719 Learn more >
Contact … Gina Woodyard 612-338-7653 x432 Learn more >
join us
Go on a short-term trip, support someone who is going, or lead a trip.
Global Compassion & Disaster Response
The Global Diaconate, part of Bethlehem’s Treasuring Christ Together vision, partners with Christian agencies and missionaries worldwide to minister to the poor and suffering. It also responds to crises by sending trained disaster response teams. join us
Give to TCT, join a disaster response team, attend monthly meetings.
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Contact …
Jeff & Deb Bender Learn more >
Barnabas Support Team
Barnabas Support teams are groups of 6–12 people who meet monthly to provide ongoing prayer support, occasional stateside logistical help, and regular communication for global partners on the field.
Contact … Gina Woodyard 612-338-7653 x432
join us
Be part of an existing Barnabas team or form a new team for a global partner.
Global Partner Care
When global partners return home from their field locations, they often need places to stay or vehicles to drive. Care for global partners includes seeking to meet both short-term and long-term needs. join us
Loan a car, provide housing, provide transportation, etc.
Contact … Gina Woodyard 612-338-7653 x432 Learn more >
Circles of Prayer for Missions
This monthly meeting of women gathers to hear from global partners, pray for God’s blessing on the nations, worship, and enjoy a light lunch together. join us
Attend our monthly meetings, pray for global partners, write to global partners.
Contact … Char Ransom 612-816-3694 Learn more >
time commitment
Second Monday morning of the month at the Downtown Campus, 10am–Noon.
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Hispanic Ministry
Our Hispanic Ministry expresses a passion for the nations by inviting the Hispanic people of the Twin Cities to become a part of our spiritual family here at Bethlehem.
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Sermon Interpretation
The Spanish-English interpretation ministry exists to take the word of God preached or taught in one language and translate it into another for the edification of its hearers. Provide simultaneous English-to-Spanish interpretation of the 9am service at the Downtown Campus, and other occasional Bethlehem events.
Contact … Juan Abreu 561-729-6686
join us
We are looking for bilingual volunteers that can interpret a Sunday morning service once every 4–6 weeks.
Van Drivers for Wednesday Connection We have a need for help with transportation to Hispanic Ministry events, especially the Downtown Wednesday Night Connection. join us
Become a van driver or pick someone up for church on Sundays (as needed). time commitment
One or more Wednesdays per month; other times (as needed).
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Contact …
Juan Abreu 561-729-6686
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Hospitality Ministry Kindly welcome one another into fellowship over coffee, a pastry, or a meal. Our hospitality ministries seek to serve those coming to Bethlehem and welcome them into community.
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Coffee and Pastry Ministry We desire to see Bethlehem attenders welcome one another and connect with each other in meaningful ways. We serve refreshments before and after worship services and classes on Sunday mornings. join us
Prepare pastries, serve refreshments, and clean up.
Contact … D Priscilla
Brinkmann 612-889-9850 S Jesse Albrecht 612-746-2650 x655
time commitment
2–3 hours before or after Sunday morning services according to availability.
Communion Servers
Volunteers are needed to help with preparation of Communion elements once a month on all campuses. join us
Help prepare the Communion elements.
time commitment
Once each month before the service you attend.
Kitchen Help
Bethlehem’s kitchens provide meals on Wednesdays before the evening events and serve meals following funerals and other special events. join us
Prepare food, set up, serve, or clean. time commitment
Weekly for Wednesday Connection or as needed for occasional events.
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Hospitality & Welcome
Contact … D Ryan Shelton 612-338-7653 x425 N Lauren
Barmore 612-455-0800 x823 S Nick Roen 612-746-2650 x661
Contact … D Yia
Vang 612-338-7653 x119 N Molly Johnson 612-455-0800 x869
Meals Ministry
The Meals Ministry seeks to bless people in crisis and parents of new children by providing meals. Volunteers communicate with families in need, prepare meals, and deliver them to the families.
Contact ‌ Lynda Hansen 612-455-0800 x805
join us
Cook meals and deliver them to families or coordinate meals.
Wednesdays in the Parks During the summer, help a Bethlehem campus with prep for dinner, worship, outreach, and fellowship in local parks on Wednesday evenings. Clean-up help is also needed. join us
Setup, food preparation, service, and clean-up. time commitment
Wednesday late afternoons and evenings
Contact ‌ D Mike Tong 612-338-7653 x451 N Joshua
Koehn 612-455-0800 x804 S David Larson 612-746-2650 x659
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Media
Media Ministries implements audio and visual technologies with the goal of undistracted excellence in all that they do, rendering their work invisible to worshipers. Although experience is not required, it is preferred.
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Audio or Visual Technician or Assistant Audio techs operate the sound system during worship services and events. Visual techs operate the text and/or video systems. These technicians set up and take down equipment and rehearse with worship teams. Assistants help set up and/or take down A/V equipment used for worship services or events.
Contact …
Tim Frederick 612-455-0800 x811
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Volunteer as an audio or visual technician or assistant at your campus. time commitment
Before, during, and after the service or event.
Lighting Technician
Lighting techs assist in the transition between live worship and video sermons as well as for special video announcements and special services (e.g., taking down the stage lights helps the congregation to see the video better).
Contact … Tim Frederick 612-455-0800 x811
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Volunteer as a lighting tech. time commitment
Just before and during services.
Media Volunteer Trainings Whether you are simply curious or a seasoned veteran, learn more about the use of audio and visual technologies for worship at these nights of fellowship, training, and discipleship. join us
Attend a meeting at your campus or help train new volunteers. (Campus-specific Tuesday evenings, Sept–April. See the Calendar.)
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Contact … Tim Frederick 612-455-0800 x811
Volunteer Photographers
If you have photographic skill, consider serving with your gift by photographing church events. Assignments are available throughout the year. Publication is not guaranteed, but all submissions will be considered as the Communications team continues to develop a pool of Bethlehem photographers.
Contact ‌ Amanda Knoke 612-338-7654 x470
join us
Help us capture in images what the Lord is doing at Bethlehem through ministry, community, and worship.
time commitment
Usually an hour or two during events or services (photo-editing not necessary).
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Medical Ministries Our mission is to assist people with health care needs and express the healing love of Christ. Join us in fostering physical wellness and showing tenderness for those who are suffering.
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Emergency Medical Response
Volunteers with medical experience are needed to be available (to respond in case of medical emergencies) during worship services. join us
Contact …
JD Hettema 612-338-7653 x438
Offer to receive text requests for assistance and respond during the worship service you attend.
Mobile Dental Clinic
Mobile Dental Clinics provide dental care for individuals and families, and pave the way for gospel ministry. Dental professionals (GP, Family, Oral Surgeon) are encouraged to consider volunteering. join us
As a dentist, hygienist, assistant, or welcomer.
Contact … John Braddock 507-208-5614 Mobile Dental >
time commitment
3–5-hour clinics (monthly, quarterly, or annually).
Parish Nurse Ministry
We are developing a network of volunteer nurses who will care for others by promoting spiritual encouragement, physical wellness, and health education within the Bethlehem community. join us
Attend a training session and use your skills as an RN in ministry to Bethlehem attenders.
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Medical Ministries
Contact … Judy Anderson 651-895-1171
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Office/Properties Support Support the ministries of the church through data entry, filing, other office work, or a trade skill. Join us if you have experience working in an office or enjoy working with details or helping behind the scenes.
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Facility/Properties Repair Help Do you have a licensed trade skill (electrical, plumbing, advanced repair skills, etc.) that you would be willing to donate to Bethlehem for a few hours on an occasional basis? Volunteering for routine repairs can allow us to use our resources to meet other pressing needs.
Contact … Brad Arthur 612-338-7653 x477
join us
Let us know if you have a trade skill you would be willing to “donate” to Bethlehem.
time commitment
As-needed basis as your schedule permits.
Office Work
Bethlehem’s offices on all three campuses are responsible for a variety of tasks that allow Bethlehem’s services, events, and ministries to continue.
join us
Stuff envelopes, file, answer phones, and help with other office-related tasks.
Contact … D Joby Morgan 612-338-7653 x460
Ruth Chavis 612-746-2650 x650 S
time commitment
Weekdays during the day.
Women’s Ministry Administrative Help Bethlehem Women’s Ministry occasionally needs assistance with basic office tasks, help with seasonal mailings, and preparation for ministry events.
join us
Prepare mailings, duplication of CDs, a variety of office tasks.
Contact … D Pam
Larson 612-338-7653 x472 N Tracy Cornish 612-455-0800 x806
Ruth Chavis 612-746-2650 x654 S
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Outreach Ministries
Outreach Ministries Outreach Ministries mobilizes our church to lovingly speak the gospel and do good to our neighbors. Our prayer is that Christ Jesus will be glorified and will add daily to his church those who are being saved.
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Adventure Girls
This neighborhood outreach is open to all girls in grades 5–9 from Bethlehem and the Phillips neighborhood. Our vision is to involve Bethlehem girls, moms, and other women in reaching out to non-Christian girls.
Contact ... Marlene Johnson 952-884-3982
join us
Be a prayer partner, a mentor, or van driver.
time commitment
Wednesday nights during the school year and other occasional events.
Business As Mission
BAM is a group for those interested in using their Godgiven time, talent, and treasure to spread a passion for the supremacy of God for the joy of all peoples through Christ using business to reach unreached people groups.
join us
Contact ... Don Hoffert 612-298-7858 Info brochure >
Come to a quarterly meeting to find out more.
time commitment
BAM meets at the Downtown Campus on the first Monday of the new quarter: January, April, July, and October; 11:30am–1pm.
Car Care Ministry
The Car Care Ministry is supported by the Helping Hand fund and helps residents near the North Campus with the cost of car repairs. join us
Give to the Helping Hand fund and refer individuals needing assistance to the Car Care Ministry.
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Contact ... Joshua Koehn 612-455-0800 x804
Christmas Gatherings
Gatherings are opportunities to invite your neighbors to your house during the month of December to share traditions and the gospel. join us
Attend a training session and host a gathering in your neighborhood, help a host prepare, and/or pray for fruitful conversations.
Hidden Treasures
Hidden Treasures Thrift Store sells high quality used goods. The profit from Hidden Treasures is used to train individuals with significant barriers to employment and to support international missions projects.
Contact ... D Mike
Tong 612-338-7653 x451 N Pastor Vince Johnson 612-455-0800 x812
Jesse Albrecht 612-746-2650 x655 S
Contact ... Volunteer Coordinator 612-706-3223 Hidden Treasures >
join us
Greet customers, sort, price, and display merchandise.
Gardens of Praise
Gardens of Praise is an urban gardening ministry designed to teach the skill of growing food to our urban neighbors and to connect them with their Creator so they will know and treasure him.
Contact ... Laurie McRostie 612-201-5252
join us
Plant, weed, and cultivate the gardens.
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Hope Academy
Hope Academy serves a multicultural community of students in grades K–10, with the aim of providing quality education and fostering hope in God in the inner-city neighborhoods.
join us
Tutor students in reading and math or volunteer as a classroom assistant.
Jericho Road Ministries
Jericho Road Ministries is a relief & development ministry designed to partner with the church in meeting the physical and spiritual needs of our neighbors with dignity by providing food and services. join us
Interview food shelf clients, pray with them, distribute food, assist in office tasks.
Lino Lakes Prison Program
This program supports men in growing spiritually as they plan a productive re-entry into society. The program provides inmate mentorship during the 6 months before and after release. join us
Volunteer as a mentor. Men only.
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Contact ... Paul Ireland 612-721-6294 x114 Hope Academy >
Contact ... Jeff Noyed 612-455-1193 BUI (Jericho Road) >
Contact ... Pastor Vince Johnson 612-455-0800 x812
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Maajiigin Ministries
Maajiigin Ministries desires to bless our Native American neighbors through short-term trips to Cass Lake and outreach projects in the Little Earth Housing Project near the Downtown Campus. join us
Be a one-on-one mentor for children or youth, help with after-school activities, lead an in-home Bible Study, or do handyman jobs.
Mobile Dental Clinic
Mobile Dental Clinics provide dental care for individuals and families, and pave the way for gospel ministry. Dental professionals (GP, Family, Oral Surgeon) are encouraged to consider volunteering. join us
As a dentist, hygienist, an assistant, or welcomer.
Contact ... Greg Mott 612-548-4734 BUI (Maajiigin) >
Contact ... John Braddock 507-208-5614 Mobile Dental >
time commitment
3–5-hour clinics (monthly, quarterly, or annually).
Refugee Life Ministries
Refugee Life Ministries aims to come alongside refugee families transitioning to the U.S. and supports them in acclimating by providing various types of assistance.
join us
Build relationships with families by tutoring them in English, helping with homework, or giving rides to appointments.
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Contact ... N David
& Lisa Wicklund 651-481-8183
Safe Families
Safe Families aims to prevent child abuse by encouraging the church to provide homes where vulnerable children can temporarily stay and by creating a support network for the children’s parents. join us
Host a vulnerable child in your home, mentor a mom, support a family in crisis, or mobilize the church to help those in crisis.
SAY Yes!
Contact ... Maridel Sandberg 612-518-5986 Safe Families >
Save America’s Youth
SAY Yes is an after-school mentoring ministry for inner-city youth that combines evangelism, discipleship, life skills, academics, and recreation in the context of community. It also provides summer activities. join us
Tutor youth or drive a van to transport kids.
Contact ... Toph Majors 612-600-4879 BUI (SAY Yes!) >
time commitment
One evening per week, Monday–Thursday.
Senior Visitation
This ministry aims to encourage elderly members of Bethlehem’s congregation who are in nursing homes or are homebound. join us
Contact ... Keith Anderson 612-751-1446
Visit seniors near you. Children and families are welcome. time commitment
At least once a week.
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T’HILA Dance and Music
T’hila is Hebrew for praise. This ministry uses a blend of Hebrew, ballet, and contemporary dance and song to bring the gospel message to nursing homes, hospitals, and other locations.
Contact ... Stacey Bridell 612-356-0099
join us
Dance, sing, play music, sew costumes, or help with sound or video.
Tuesday Night Evangelism Groups meet weekly at all campuses to pray and go out as teams to share the gospel in the surrounding communities. join us
Contact ... D Dave Englund 763-218-6347
Meet at your campus to share the gospel with your neighbors.
Vince Johnson 612-455-0800 x812
time commitment
S Jesse Albrecht 513-939-9470
Once a week.
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Union Gospel Mission Outreach People of all ages can serve the homeless at the Union Gospel Mission by providing them with a meal, a gospel message, and God-centered conversations.
join us
Make sandwiches, serve the clients, and share the gospel.
time commitment
Third Sunday of the month.
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Contact ...
Karla Roberts 763-792-2271 Learn more >
Language Ministries All Nations ESL
God has brought many international students and immigrants to our doorstep here in the Twin Cities. All Nations ESL assists students and immigrants with learning conversational English while showing them Christ’s love. join us
Befriend newcomers to the United States and volunteer as an English conversation partner. No experience or second-language knowledge necessary.
Contact ... D Erin
Evans
N Chrissy
Kline 763-732-9088 BUI (All Nations) >
time commitment D N
Mondays & Wednesdays, 6:30–8pm Wednesdays, 6:45–8pm
ESL Conversation Class
ESL classes equip women learning English to interact easily by improving their English conversation and reading skills. These classes also promote caring and Christ-exalting friendships between students and their instructors.
Contact ... Martha Pohl 952-891-2782
join us
Tutor international women in English conversation and reading.
SALT
Somali Adult Literacy Language
SALT provides beginning and intermediate English classes to Somali men and women. Besides providing education, SALT seeks to develop friendships in which tutors share the love of Christ. join us
Tutor a student in English, help with computer use, or provide transportation.
Contact ... Carol Van Ess 612-331-1195 BUI (SALT) >
time commitment
One morning a week, Monday–Thursday.
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Prayer
Prayer
Prayer is the visible engine that drives all our efforts at Bethlehem. We believe that God has ordained to bless and use people for his glory through the means of prayer, offered in Jesus’ name by faith. Join us in asking God to do great things in Bethlehem and in the world.
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Regular Prayer Times D Tue D N Wed S D Fri N D Sun
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Morning Prayer, 6:30am First Tuesday Fast, 12:30pm Morning Prayer, 7am Morning Prayer, 6:30am Prayer for the Persecuted Church, 7pm (2nd Fridays) Harvest Prayer Japan, 4pm (3rd Saturdays)
Post-Service Prayer
After every weekend worship service, we have a team of people available at the front of the sanctuary to pray with those who desire prayer about anything happening in their lives. join us
Attend a training session and pray with people at your campus.
Contact … Learn more >
Contact … D Mike Tong 612-338-7653 x451
Jesse Albrecht 612-746-2650 x655 S
time commitment
Once a month after the service you attend.
Pre-Service Prayer
All are welcome to join us for 30 minutes of prayer as we ask for God’s grace and mercy in the worship service. We seek to lift up each service and preacher to God. join us D D N S
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Room 10 (Saturday night & Sunday morning) In front of Sanctuary (Sunday night) Prayer Room Commons
Prayer
Contact … Amy Katterson 612-746-2650 x651
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Sanctity of Life & Adoption We believe that adoption glorifies God and is a radical expression of love and compassion for the orphan. We also believe that every life is sacred and God is sovereign over the womb. Join us in love and care for the most vulnerable.
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Sanctity of Life Ministry
The Sanctity of Life Ministry advocates for the preborn by informing the church about current sanctity-of-life issues. The Task Force also cares for mothers by supporting crisis pregnancy centers. join us
Become part of the Task Force, educate the congregation, pray for an end to abortion, protest peacefully, volunteer at a crisis pregnancy center.
Lydia Fund
join us
Update our website, help produce our newsletter, raise funds, or assist families in the adoption process.
Learn more >
Contact … Deb Bartlett 763-784-4578 Lydia Fund >
Minority Infant and Children Adoption Help
The MICAH Fund helps Christian families overcome the financial barriers to adopting minority infants in the U.S. by paying adoption fees and providing quality services to birth parents, children, and prospective parents. join us
Donate to the MICAH fund, adopt a child, or assist a family in the adoption process.
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Wayne King 612-716-1751
Let Youths be Delivered from Institutions by Adoption
The Lydia Fund delivers children from orphanages throughout the world by adoptions. Individuals and organizations help qualified families pay for the overseas portion of their adoption expenses.
MICAH Fund
Contact …
Sanctity of LIfe & Adoption
Contact … Chris Gustafson 651-636-5255 Micah Fund >
Adoption Education & Support
Some adopted children have suffered the effects of trauma, neglect, and abuse. By gathering with others in similar situations, their new parents can learn strategies to help them heal.
Contact ‌ D
Dave Little
join us
Attend a gathering or pray for families. time commitment
Wednesday evenings during Connection time at the Downtown Campus.
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Welcome Team Ministry
Welcome Team Ministry First impressions are important. The Welcome Team aims to embrace each person who walks into our doors—new visitors and seasoned members alike— with the tangible love of Christ. Our goal is to serve our congregation and draw people into worship.
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Check-In Kiosk Workers
Check-In Kiosk workers use a touch-screen to sign in children and volunteers for Sunday and Wednesday nurseries and classes. Simple training is available according to your schedule.
Contact … Amy Katterson 612-746-2650 x651
join us
Volunteer at any campus. time commitment
Before services and a few minutes after services start.
Emergency Medical Response
Volunteers with medical experience are needed to be available (to respond in case of medical emergencies) during worship services. join us
Contact …
JD Hettema 612-338-7653 x438
Offer to receive text requests for assistance and respond during the worship service you attend.
South Setup & Tear Down Bethlehem South Site worshipers currently meet at Lakeville South High School. Individuals, families, and small groups are needed to set up and tear down equipment for Sunday School, the stage, and the Commons each week.
join us
Set up and/or tear down. time commitment
Two hours before and one hour after services.
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Welcome Team Ministry
Contact … David Larson 612-746-2650 x659 S
Ushers & Greeters
Greeters and ushers welcome those arriving to worship by opening doors, handing out bulletins at the entrances to the Sanctuary, taking the offering during the services, and assisting people in finding seats. join us
Volunteer to greet people or usher worshipers. time commitment
Once a month before the service you attend.
Contact ‌ D John
Supica (U&G) 612-338-7653 x735 N Barry Onufrock (U) 763-862-9632 N Brian Verrett (G) 225-278-1609
Jesse Albrecht 612-746-2650 x655 S
Visitor Reception & Information Visitor Reception provides a bridge for visitors to connect with Bethlehem. These workers provide important information to new people and make them feel welcomed. join us
Welcome visitors and answer questions. time commitment
Once a month before, during, and after worship services. (Downtown: Daytime on weekdays.)
Contact ‌
D Dan Lehn (Weekdays) 612-338-7653 x208 D John Supica (Weekends) 612-338-7653 x735 N Char
Ransom (Info) 612-816-3694 N Bea Anderson (Visitor) 651-207-6612 S Jesse Albrecht 612-746-2650 x655
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Women’s Ministry The Women’s Ministry leads women to embrace the assurance and hope of their identity in Jesus Christ and to exemplify biblical womanhood. Join us through prayer, studying and applying the Word, fellowship, and serving one another.
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Childcare for Bible Studies We encourage all women to consider joining a Bible study as a means of growing in the grace, knowledge, and love of their Savior through teaching and small group fellowship.
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Volunteer in the nurseries or teach children while their moms are in a Bible study. time commitment
Wednesday mornings.
Contact … D Holly
Aubrey 612-338-7653 x703 N Maggie Sporleder 612-455-0800 x709
Brenda Stoltz 651-330-2546 S
Christmas Celebration & Luncheon This event prepares women’s hearts for the Advent season through a musical program. The luncheon helps enfold new women, bless friends and family members, and provide good fellowship.
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Mary Delk 612-455-0800 x814
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Host a table, prepare food, serve food, or be an usher.
Circles of Prayer for Missions This monthly meeting of women gathers to hear from global partners, pray for God’s purpose among the nations, worship, and enjoy a light lunch together. join us
Attend our monthly meetings, pray for global partners, or write to global partners. time commitment
Second Monday morning of the month at the Downtown Campus, 10am–Noon.
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Contact … Char Ransom 612-816-3694
Holiday Craft Boutique
With 100 vendors and thousands of handcrafted items, this is the perfect opportunity to support individuals and couples in our Bethlehem community. Many vendors are raising support for Global Outreach or other local ministries.
Contact … Lonnie Peterson 612-237-7041
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Set up and/or clean up.
Meals Ministry
Our Meals Ministry seeks to bless people in crisis and parents of new children by providing meals. Volunteers communicate with families in need, prepare meals, and deliver them to the families.
Contact … Lynda Hansen 612-455-0800 x805
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Cook meals and deliver them to families, or coordinate meals.
MOMS Support
Making Our Mothering Significant
Making Our Mothering Significant (MOMS) twicemonthly gatherings are a time of encouragement and fellowship for mothers of all ages and stages of life. They are held on all campuses. join us
Volunteer in the nursery, teach children, host a table, decorate, join the Program Committee, or welcome new moms. time commitment
Two mornings a month.
Contact … D Brook
Kleiman 612-309-0200 N Heather Hass 651-639-4272
Christina Steward 507-995-1450 S
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Titus 2
Based on Titus 2:3–5, Titus 2 calls older women to establish godly mentoring relationships with younger women and to encourage and equip them to live for God’s glory.
Contact … Tracy Cornish 612-455-0800 x806
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Mentor younger women, prepare food, set-up/decorate, run registration, welcome new mentees at the Mentee Coffee. time commitment
Monthly meetings for a year and occasional events.
White Cross
White Cross is a community of women of all ages who use their sewing skills to provide items for our church family and outreach ministries.
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Contact … D Mary Anne Burnes 763-783-9282
Make baby quilts, mend choir robes, or roll bandages. time commitment
2nd & 4th Tuesday mornings of each month.
Women’s Spring Conference This conference provides a break from routine responsibilities to hear biblical teaching and to enjoy community with one another. Date: April 2014. join us
Serve on the planning committee, set up/decorate, assist with registration, serve food, help clean up. time commitment
Flexible and as needed.
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Contact … Mary Delk 612-455-0800 x814
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Worship & Music
Worship & Music
We want worship at Bethlehem to include a variety of musical forms and to be characterized by depth and simplicity that engages the head and heart to inspire both an awe and intimacy with our Savior, Jesus Christ.
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Adult Choirs
Adult choirs help lead worship in weekend worship services as well as in special events throughout the year. join us
Join a choir. time commitment
Weekly rehearsals and occasional performances.
Contact … D Ryan
Shelton 612-338-7653 x425 N Lauren Barmore 612-455-0800 x823
Nick Roen 612-736-2650 x661 S
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Orchestra
The orchestra plays in various weekend services and in special events throughout the year. Musicians with at least a high-school-level of playing ability are welcome to join. join us
Play strings, percussion, brass, woodwinds, or keyboard instruments for your campus. time commitment
Occasional rehearsals and performances.
Worship Team
The worship pastor at each campus coordinates the musical teams that assist in leading corporate worship services each week. Teams are comprised of vocalists, a rhythm section, and solo instruments. join us
Sing or play keyboard, percussion, guitar (bass, electric, or acoustic), or a solo instrument for your campus.
Contact … D Ryan Shelton 612-338-7653 x425 N Lauren
Barmore 612-455-0800 x823 S Nick Roen 612-736-2650 x661
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Contact … D Ryan
Shelton 612-338-7653 x425 N Lauren Barmore 612-455-0800 x823
Nick Roen 612-736-2650 x661 S
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Youth Choirs
Youth choirs (K–grade 9) are part of Bethlehem’s commitment to raise up the next generation of God-centered worshipers. Children are welcome to join at any time throughout the year. join us
Encourage your children to join a choir, or help as an adult volunteer. time commitment
Weekly rehearsals and occasional performances.
Contact … D Ryan
Shelton 612-338-7653 x425 N Lauren Barmore 612-455-0800 x823
Nick Roen 612-736-2650 x661 S
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South Campus Worship: Lakeville South High School 21135 Jacquard Ave Lakeville, MN 55044 Office: 501 Highway 13 E, Suite 110 Burnsville, MN 55337 612-746-2650