Rooted in Christ. Growing in faith. Serving in love.
Through Christ, we courageously love.
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Feel at home at Bethany. Find out what to expect and how to join us for worship.
Plan your visitWeddings & Funerals
Celebrate love and honor life with care and support from our church community.
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Make room for your next gathering. Discover spaces for celebrations and special events.
View our spacesAll are welcome
Events at Bethany
Worship in Sanctuary
Sundays · 9:00 AM
Join us for worship, prayer, God’s Word, and community.
SAIL Exercise Group
Monday & Thursday · 10:30 AM
Stay active, build friendships, and feel welcome.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Monday · 7:00 PM
A time of support and community.
TOPS
Tuesday · 5:00 PM
Friday · 8:00 AM
Take Off Pounds Sensibly.
Worship update
Sunday Worship Service — 9:00 AM
Temporary change until further notice.
All are welcome!
Pastor Update
Pastor Jacob Burkman was called to serve Bethany Lutheran Church on September 1, 2026.
Through Christ, we courageously love.
Our Mission
Bethany Lutheran Church is one of 145 congregations in the Northeastern Minnesota Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Freed in Christ, we serve and love our neighbors—doing God’s work of restoring and reconciling communities in Jesus’ name.
Learn more about our storyServing our church and community
Meet Our Staff
A dedicated team helping Bethany worship, grow, and care for our neighbors.
Jacob Burkman
Pastor
Diane Nelson
Church Secretary
Bryan Harris
Choir & Bell Choir Director
Jen Drotts
Treasurer
Jeannine Jensen
Pianist
Abby Kuschel
Pianist
Jody Anderson
Funeral Coordinator
Before your visit
Worship FAQs
Sunday worship begins at 9:00 AM. Fellowship follows the service.
Come as you are. You’ll see everything from casual clothes to traditional Sunday dress.
Most services last about one hour.
Absolutely. Children and families are warmly welcomed in worship.
All baptized Christians who believe Christ is present in the meal are welcome at the table.
No. People of every background are welcome at Bethany.