Ministries/Education

Education & Discipleship — Growing in Faith

Current Classes

Martha Bible Study
3rd Monday of each month until December 29 2025
This event is from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Fireside Room
Contact Vera Edstrom

Every second Sunday of the month, this women's group discusses the monthly ELCA magazine, "Gather." (In April 2023 we will move to the 3rd Mondays of the month.)

(Bible Study) Genesis: The Origin Story
Wednesdays starting August 7 until August 28
This event is from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Fireside Room All
Contact Pr Ben Sandin

Pastor Ben will lead a bible study that supplements the current sermon series focusing on the book of Genesis. Together we will examine the well know stories of Genesis and some that receive less attention. This four week study takes place on Wednesday nights in the Fireside Room at 7pm beginning August 7.

Forum with Bishop Jeff Johnson
Sunday, September 8
This event is from 9:50 AM to 10:35 AM at Fireside Room
Contact Pr Ben Sandin

Bishop Jeff Johnson will be visiting Bethel on September 8 and leading Adult Ed forum.

Education & Discipleship

Ministry Lead: Pastor Ben Sandin

Adult education classes are offered most Sunday mornings between worship services, starting at 9:55am. Classes meet for multiple weeks with frequent breaks, especially around holiday seasons. Activities include classes, forums, and special activities focused on Bible study, other topical subjects, and opportunities to learn from and encourage each other.

Many of these classes are sponsored by the Discipleship Ministry at Bethel.

Bethel’s library is a wonderful education resource for teachers and students of all ages, our collection includes everything from the works of Luther to Christian romances.

Discipleship is focused on helping us become more like Christ in all areas of our lives. Our Discipleship Ministry’s goal is to help you apply knowledge gained in our studies to your life. For more information, contact Pastor Ben.

Fun With Faith Card Making, November 2014

Library Team

Please visit the Technical section of our Getting Involved Page

Martha Circle Bible Study, February 2015

Martha Bible Study
Contact Vera Edstrom

This women’s Bible study group meets each month and studies the magazine Gather, a publication of the Women of the ELCA. Bring a lunch. Look for event details at the top of this web page.

Men’s Night Out
Contact David Nadell

This group invites all men to learn more about God’s relevance in their lives by studying the scriptures and giving each other support. The group selects a portion of the scripture passages or follows a book to discuss and grow spiritually. The group meets once a month on Monday. Look for details at the top of this web page.

New Member Classes
Contact Pastor Ben Sandin

This class helps integrate new people into the life and ministry of Bethel Lutheran Church. Look for event details in the Sunday bulletin, weekly enewsletter and at the top of this web page.

Sunday Morning Adult Education
Contact Pastor Ben Sandin

Adult Education is on Sundays at 9:55am in the Fireside Room. Join us for the opportunity to deepen one’s faith through DVD-based study programs and discussion. It is not necessary to sign up. Look for event details at the top of this web page.

Women of Wednesday (WOW)
Contact Kathryn Montano

The Women of Wednesday meet every Wednesday, September to June. Enjoy food, fellowship, prayer, and bible study. Look for event details at the top of this web page.