Bethesda Center for Spirituality

Grow in Faith. Walk in Love. Live with Purpose.

The Center for Spirituality at Bethesda exists to help people encounter God, wrestle with big questions, and find meaning in their everyday lives. Whether you're just beginning your journey of faith or seeking new ways to grow as a follower of Jesus, we offer opportunities to explore, reflect, and connect—individually and in community.

We organize our offerings into three spiritual pathways. These aren’t levels or stages—they’re simply different ways of engaging, and you’re welcome to enter wherever you feel most drawn.

Exploring Faith

For those who are curious, questioning, or beginning a journey with God.

This pathway is for anyone who’s asking spiritual questions, returning to faith, or getting to know the Episcopal Church. These offerings are open, inviting, and focused on helping you discover the basics of belief in a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment.

Programs may include:

  • The Alpha Series

  • Bethesda 101

  • Episcopal 101

  • Baptism 101

 

Living Faith

For those seeking to integrate Christian faith into all areas of life.

This pathway invites you to bring faith into real-world conversations, community, and creativity. From grief support to group discussion, from art to movies to theology in everyday life, these offerings are where spirituality meets lived experience.

Programs may include:

  • Theology Uncorked

  • Weekly Scripture Study

  • Creation Studio Art Classes

  • Bethesda 20s and 30s Group

  • Sunday Adult Forums

 

Deepening Faith

For those ready to grow through learning, prayer, and study.

These opportunities are for people looking to go deeper—through scripture, theology, spiritual practices, or seasonal retreats. Whether you're nurturing a prayer life, exploring the Bible, or seeking a holy Lent or Advent, this pathway is about learning and growing in relationship with God in Christ.

Programs may include:

  • Discipleship 201 

  • Letter to the Hebrews Study

  • Gospel of Matthew Study

  • Advent & Lent Retreats

  • Education for Ministry

  • Previewing the Lectionary

 

Not sure where to begin? Start wherever something sparks your interest. These categories aren’t steps—they’re doorways.

Stay Curious. Try Alpha.

Wednesdays, October 1 through November 12

Looking for a chill space to talk about the big questions in life? Join us for a series of casual group conversations where we dive into the basics of the Christian faith. Every session brings something new, and it’s all about sharing your thoughts and hearing different perspectives.

You’re invited, no matter your background or beliefs. It’s free and there’s no pressure to come back.

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Fridays @ 10:00 a.m.

Want to learn more about the Bible? Join Parishioner Tom O’Brien’s “Previewing the Lectionary” Course that examines the meanings and background of the readings for each upcoming Sunday. Tom writes brief background descriptions of the Sunday readings.

Previewing the Lectionary

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Readings in Context