In 2024 we celebrate the centennial anniversary of our church building.
Planning of our festivities is slated to take place in the fall of 2024. More details on the celebration will shared in spring/summer.
Mission Statement
Inspired by the teachings of Jesus, Bethany Presbyterian Church strives to create an inclusive faith community dedicated to spiritual growth.
We share God's love and compassion with our neighbors near and far, joining the Spirit's movement for justice, peace, and love in the world.
Beliefs
We trust in God’s life-giving and life-saving love that’s been revealed to us in Jesus.
We listen for the calling of the Holy Spirit.
We ask lots of questions and share our faith and our doubts.
We love to join together for joyful worship that gives praise to God and refreshes our souls.
We dig deep into scripture and don’t believe in checking our brains at the door.
We reach out to serve our neighbors in Tacoma, especially those who are hungry.
We are passionate about mission and try to live out God’s love in our daily lives.
We are part of the Presbyterian Church (USA). A connectional Christian body that is reformed, and always reforming. Our denomination ordains women and members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community into all levels of leadership.
A (Very) Brief History
Bethany Presbyterian Church was formally established in 1904 by the Olympia Presbytery. Prior to this we were active as a mission church school starting in the 1890′s. From the very beginning we have been a congregation that seeks to serve our neighbors by pursuing tangible works of justice and by building up the common life in our city. That tradition is alive and well at Bethany today, leading us in new directions.