There are many ways to grow, connect, and serve at Bethany. Explore ministries designed to help you follow Jesus, build relationships, and use your gifts.
Connections helps people find their place in the life of Bethany through welcoming environments, meaningful relationships, and practical next steps.
Whether someone is new to the church or looking to grow deeper in community, Connections creates clear pathways to belong and get involved.
Helping people take intentional steps in following Jesus and getting connected at Bethany.
Building community through groups that encourage spiritual growth, fellowship, and care.
Welcoming people warmly and helping create an environment where everyone feels seen and valued.
Bethany’s Youth Ministry exists to help students encounter God, grow in truth, and build meaningful relationships in a Christ-centered environment.
Through worship, teaching, and community, students are encouraged to develop a strong and personal faith that impacts every area of their lives.
Bethany’s Children’s Ministry helps kids grow in their understanding of God’s Word in a safe, joyful, and engaging environment.
Through age-appropriate teaching, caring leaders, and intentional ministry, children are encouraged to know Jesus and build a strong foundation of faith.
Women’s ministry exists to equip women to use their means of influence to advance the good news and bring glory to God.
Women are empowered through the Word, community, and the gifts God has placed within them.
Bethany’s Worship Ministry exists to exalt the name of Jesus by declaring who He is and what He has done through music, sound, and media.
Through corporate worship, technical excellence, and a heart to serve, this ministry helps create an environment where people can encounter God in a focused, distraction-free way.
A team that helps lead the church in corporate worship through singing.
A team that helps lead and carry worship through instruments.
A team that helps lead worship and supports ministry during midweek gatherings.
A team that helps create a distraction-free worship environment by running lyrics, visuals, presentations, and livestream.
A team that helps ensure clear, high-quality audio so worship can be heard and experienced well.
A seasonal outreach where choir, orchestra, and drama come together to present the gospel through a musical presentation offered as a gift to the community.
Many people in our surrounding communities need a little help from time-to-time and we have just the ministry to assist them. Our Best Life Food Ministry team is here to serve our guests in a practical way through our food pantry.
The Food Pantry is open to all, you do not need to be a resident of Agawam.
Mondays and Fridays: 12:30pm – 2:00pm.
All food donations may be dropped off at door #7 every Monday and Friday mornings only. Please make sure to check expiration dates.
Support Groups provide care, encouragement, and biblical support for people walking through difficult seasons. These groups create a safe place to find hope, healing, and community.
Offered in the Spring and Fall beginning the first Wednesday in March and September, DivorceCare is a weekly seminar and support group for people who are separated or divorced. The group meets Wednesdays from 7:00–8:30 PM in Room 104 and runs for thirteen weeks. There is a one-time registration fee for materials, and scholarships are available.
Offered in the Spring and Fall beginning the first Wednesday in March and September, GriefShare is a support group for those who have lost someone close to them. The group meets Wednesdays at 7:00 PM in Room 103 and runs for thirteen weeks. There is a one-time registration fee for materials, and scholarships are available.
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered support ministry for people seeking healing and freedom from hurts, habits, and hang-ups. It offers a safe place for honest conversation, spiritual growth, and support through a recovery-focused community.
Royal Family Kids Camp serves children in foster care through a safe, joy-filled camp experience designed to build confidence, hope, and lasting memories.
Royal Family Kids Camp is a ministry focused on serving children in foster care with compassion, consistency, and the love of Christ.
For more information about volunteering, fundraising events or ways to help, contact Jammie through the church office at (413) 789-2930 or email jlilly@bethany-ag.org.
The T.N.T. Puppet Team is an outreach ministry that shares the message of Jesus in a creative and engaging way through puppets, music, props, and visual storytelling.
Through creative presentations, including black light performances, this ministry communicates the Gospel and encourages people of all ages.
The team rehearses Tuesdays from 5:00–6:30pm in the Lighthouse auditorium. Anyone over the age of 12 who is interested in joining should call the church office and leave their name and number.
