Verse of the Day:
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” — Psalm 23:1
Bethany Lutheran Church | Deer River, Minnesota

Rooted in Christ. Growing in faith. Serving in love.

Through Christ, we courageously love.

All 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.

Bethany Lutheran Church sanctuary

Worship update

Sunday Worship Service — 9:00 AM

Temporary change until further notice.

Fellowship with coffee, treats, and visiting will follow the service.
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 story

Serving our church and community

Meet Our Staff

A dedicated team helping Bethany worship, grow, and care for our neighbors.

JB

Jacob Burkman

Pastor

Diane Nelson

Diane Nelson

Church Secretary

Bryan Harris

Bryan Harris

Choir & Bell Choir Director

Jen Drotts

Jen Drotts

Treasurer

Jeannine Jensen

Jeannine Jensen

Pianist

Abby Kuschel

Abby Kuschel

Pianist

Jody Anderson

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.

Bethany Lutheran Church