Learn more about Bethany, our mission, our church family, and the people who serve here.
Bethany Church of the Nazarene is a welcoming, multigenerational, and multicultural church family in Rumford, Rhode Island.
We come together for worship, prayer, discipleship, and Bible study as we grow in faith, care for one another, and share the hope of Jesus Christ.
Whether you are exploring faith, returning to church, or looking for a church home, we are glad you are here.
Connecting With People to Share Hope, Peace and Purpose
We believe every person matters to God.
Our desire is to help people experience the love of Jesus Christ, grow in faith through Scripture and prayer, build meaningful relationships, and live in ways that reflect His hope to the world around them.
Through worship, discipleship, prayer, Bible study, compassionate service, and community outreach, Bethany seeks to help people know Christ and continue growing in Him.
Bethany Church of the Nazarene is a community of people from different ages, backgrounds, and life experiences who are united by our faith in Jesus Christ.
We strive to be a church where everyone is treated with kindness, respect, and genuine care. Whether you have followed Christ for many years or are just beginning to explore faith, we want you to know you are welcome here.
We value authentic worship, biblical teaching, prayer, discipleship, compassionate service, and building meaningful relationships. Our desire is to encourage one another as we grow together in Christ and share His love with our neighbors and our community.
Everything we do is guided by our desire to connect with people and share the hope, peace, and purpose found in Jesus Christ.
Bethany Church of the Nazarene has faithfully served the Rumford and East Providence communities for many years, sharing the hope of Jesus Christ through worship, prayer, discipleship, and compassionate ministry.
Through changing seasons, God has remained faithful, and generations of people have found a church family at Bethany where they can grow in their relationship with Christ and serve others.
Today, we continue that mission by welcoming people from our local community and beyond as we seek to connect with people and share hope, peace, and purpose.
We are grateful for the men and women who faithfully serve the Bethany church family. Their desire is to help people know Jesus Christ, grow in their faith, and experience the hope, peace, and purpose found in Him.
Our leadership team is here to serve, encourage, pray with, and walk alongside our church family and community.
Lead Pastor
Pastor Dave serves as the Lead Pastor of Bethany Church of the Nazarene. His passion is helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ through biblical teaching, discipleship, prayer, and compassionate ministry.
He is committed to building a welcoming church where people of every generation can experience God’s love, discover their purpose, and grow together in faith.
Read Pastor Dave’s Story
Pastor of ministries in Portuguese
Pastor José leads Bethany’s ministries in Portuguese, providing biblical teaching, discipleship, and pastoral care to individuals and families who speak Portuguese.
He is passionate about helping people grow in Christ while strengthening relationships within the church and the community.
Communications & Ministry Support
Raquel oversees church communications and provides support across many areas of ministry, helping people stay informed and connected with the life of Bethany Church of the Nazarene.
Our leadership team would be honored to meet you. If you have questions, need prayer, or would like to learn more about Bethany, please don’t hesitate to reach out or introduce yourself during your visit.
At Bethany, church is more than a place to attend—it’s a family where people encourage one another, grow together in faith, and serve together in the love of Christ.
Throughout the week, people of all ages come together for discipleship, Bible study, prayer, fellowship, and opportunities to serve both within the church and throughout our community.
We celebrate together, pray for one another, support each other during life’s challenges, and rejoice in God’s faithfulness. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or have been part of Bethany for many years, we hope you’ll find meaningful friendships and a place where you can continue growing in your relationship with Jesus Christ.
We would be honored to welcome you this Sunday.
If you have questions before your visit, would like someone to pray with you, or simply want to learn more about Bethany Church of the Nazarene, we’re here to help.
We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you into our church family.
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Lead Pastor
Pastor of Ministries in Portuguese
Communications & Ministry Support
Bethany Church of the Nazarene has faithfully served the Rumford and East Providence communities for many years, sharing the hope of Jesus Christ through worship, prayer, discipleship, compassionate ministry, and community outreach.
Throughout changing seasons, God has remained faithful. Generations of individuals and families have found a church home at Bethany—a place to worship, grow in faith, build meaningful relationships, and serve others.
Bethany is part of the worldwide Church of the Nazarene and continues in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition, emphasizing the transforming grace of God and the call to love God and serve our neighbors.
Today, Bethany remains committed to welcoming people from different generations, cultures, and backgrounds as we pursue our mission:
Connecting With People to Share Hope, Peace and Purpose.
As we remember God’s faithfulness in the past, we look forward with hope to the work He will continue doing through Bethany Church of the Nazarene in Rumford, East Providence, and beyond.
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