Everything you need to know before your first visit to Bethany.
We’re so glad you’re here.
Visiting a church for the first time can bring a lot of questions. At Bethany Church of the Nazarene, we want your first visit to be comfortable, meaningful, and encouraging.
Whether you’re exploring the Christian faith, returning to church after some time away, or looking for a church to call home, you’ll find a warm welcome at Bethany.
We hope the information on this page helps you know what to expect before you arrive. If you have any questions, we’re always happy to help.
No matter where you are on your faith journey, you’ll be welcomed with kindness and respect.
We believe everyone deserves a place where they are known, encouraged, and cared for. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you into our church family.
Plan Your VisitFrom the moment you arrive, you’ll be greeted by friendly people who are happy to answer questions and help you find your way around. If you’d like assistance finding the sanctuary, children’s areas, nursery, or restrooms, our greeters will be glad to help.
Our Sunday Worship Service begins at 11:00 AM and typically lasts about 60 to 75 minutes. The service includes worship through music, prayer, Scripture reading, a biblical message centered on Jesus Christ, and opportunities to respond in prayer and worship. On the first Sunday of each month, we celebrate Communion together.
You’ll see people dressed in everything from casual clothing to business attire. Please wear whatever makes you feel comfortable. We’re much more interested in getting to know you than in what you’re wearing.
Our worship includes Christ-centered music that encourages the church to worship together. We seek to honor God through songs that reflect biblical truth and draw our attention to Jesus Christ.
Our primary Sunday Worship Service is conducted in English. Portuguese translation is available during the morning worship service. We also offer a Portuguese Discipleship Class at 9:45 AM and Wednesday Bible Study in Portuguese at 7:00 PM.
Accessible parking is available, and a wheelchair-accessible entrance is located at the rear of the building. If you need assistance when you arrive, please let us know. We’d be happy to help make your visit as comfortable as possible.
Accessibility InformationIf you’re visiting on your own, don’t worry—you won’t be alone for long. Our greeters and members are happy to help you feel at home from the moment you arrive.
Bethany Church of the Nazarene
1275 Pawtucket Avenue
Rumford, RI 02916
We are conveniently located in the Rumford section of East Providence and are easy to reach from surrounding communities.
Free parking is available in the church parking lot surrounding the side and rear of the building. Handicap-accessible parking spaces are available near the accessible entrance.
Most visitors enter through the front entrance and proceed upstairs to the sanctuary.
If you need a wheelchair-accessible entrance, a rear entrance with a wheelchair ramp is available and provides easy access into the building.
Our greeters will be happy to welcome you, answer your questions, and help you find the sanctuary, children’s ministry areas, nursery, or restrooms.
If you would like assistance before you arrive, feel free to call or email us. If you’re already in the parking lot and need help finding the correct entrance, you may also call the church and someone will gladly assist you.
We want everyone to feel welcome at Bethany.
If you have accessibility needs or require special assistance, please let us know before your visit or speak with one of our greeters when you arrive. We’ll do everything we can to make your visit comfortable and enjoyable.
If you have specific accessibility needs, mobility concerns, or questions before your visit, you may include them on the Plan Your Visit form so our team can prepare to welcome you.
We know visiting a new church with children can bring a lot of questions. Our goal is to help your family feel welcomed, comfortable, and supported from the moment you arrive.
Children’s Discipleship Classes are offered each Sunday at 9:45 AM and provide age-appropriate Bible teaching in a safe, caring, and encouraging environment.
During the 11:00 AM Sunday Worship Service, children are invited to attend Children’s Church. After the opening song service, children are dismissed with trained volunteers to their classroom downstairs.
Nursery care is available during the morning worship service for infants and children ages 0–3.
If this is your family’s first visit, our greeters will be happy to help you find the children’s areas, introduce you to our volunteers, and answer any questions before the service begins.
Parents are always welcome to accompany their children to their classroom or the nursery.
We consider it a privilege to partner with parents as they help their children grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ.
We recommend arriving 10–15 minutes before the 11:00 AM Sunday Worship Service. This gives you time to park, meet our greeters, find a seat, and become familiar with the building.
Our Sunday Worship Service typically lasts 60 to 75 minutes.
You’ll find people dressed in everything from casual clothing to business attire. Please wear whatever makes you feel comfortable.
Free parking is available around the side and rear of the church. Accessible parking is available near the accessible entrance.
Yes. A wheelchair-accessible entrance is available at the rear of the building. If you need assistance, our greeters will be happy to help.
Yes. We offer Children’s Discipleship Classes at 9:45 AM, Children’s Church during the morning worship service, and a nursery for infants and children ages 0–3.
Yes. The Church of the Nazarene practices an open Communion table. If you have placed your faith in Jesus Christ or are sincerely seeking Him, you are welcome to participate. Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. Participation is always voluntary.
No. You’re welcome to simply come and join us. If you’d like, you may complete our Plan Your Visit form so we can answer questions, prepare for your arrival, or assist with any accessibility needs.
We’d love to help you take your next step. You can complete a Connection Card, speak with one of our pastors, attend a Discipleship Class, or explore our Learning Center to continue growing in your faith.
No. While we’d love the opportunity to meet you, you will never be asked to stand, introduce yourself publicly, or do anything that makes you uncomfortable. We want you to feel welcome and free to participate at your own pace.
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about Bethany Church of the Nazarene.
We hope you’ll join us this Sunday as we worship together, grow in God’s Word, and experience the hope, peace, and purpose found in Jesus Christ.
Whether you come by yourself, with your family, or with friends, we have a place for you at Bethany.
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