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

There is a place for you here

Visitors &
New Members

Welcome! We hope you will find Bethany to be a welcoming community while you are on vacation or if you are looking for a church home. Here are some things that may be helpful to know.

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Bethany’s congregation waving a warm welcome from the sanctuary
A warm welcome from Bethany in Deer River.

We welcome people of all ages, genders, races, sexual orientations, and places in the faith journey.

A Holy Bible on a church lectern

What to expect

Worship is at
9:00 AM on Sundays

Join us for worship with:

  • Traditional music
  • Spoken liturgy
  • A children’s message
  • Scripture passages based on the Revised Common Lectionary
  • A life-applicable sermon
  • Sunday School for children during the sermon
  • Communion on the first and third Sundays of the month, along with major holidays

Life together

Find Your Fit

Find your fit by joining a group or participating in different events. There are opportunities for youth, too.

01

Join a Group

Connect with Bethany’s community. Contact us to learn about groups and ways to get involved.

Ask about groups
02

Explore Events

See what is happening at Bethany and find an opportunity to participate.

View events
03

Youth Opportunities

Learn more about opportunities for children and youth at Bethany.

Explore youth

Take the next step

Consider Becoming a Member

If you can attend worship regularly, want to deepen your faith life, and desire to be a part of Bethany’s community life, consider becoming a member. A new member class is held every few months. Check the Events page for updates or inquire with the pastor or church office.

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Being a member at Bethany means:

  • You get a church mailbox—usually the highlight for many new members!
  • You are able to vote in all congregational meetings.
  • You have reduced rates or no fees for using the building for weddings, club meetings, and other gatherings.
  • You are included in the church pictorial directory.
  • You can continue to grow in your relationship with God and experience intentional Christian community.

Sharing in our mission

Members are expected to worship regularly, participate in the life of the church, and give generously to further our mission.

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The sanctuary at Bethany Lutheran Church
A place to worship, grow in faith, and share in community.

Welcome to Bethany

Visiting for a Sunday or looking for a church home? We’re glad you’re here.

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