Through the years, our outreach efforts, from feeding and clothing the needy to transforming lives and enriching marriages, have allowed us to be the hands and feet of Jesus. As we walk down memory lane, you will hear from the voices that have shaped this journey—those who have been with us since the first service at 306 New Main Street to the voices that echo through the halls of our current location. Countless people have come through our ministry, and Bethel has impacted them for eternity.
I thank God for everyone who has contributed to the journey of Bethel Temple of Praise. It is your contribution over the years from 2004 to today that has been a tower of strength and encouragement. This includes those who started with us in 2004 and those who came on board along the way. We are all “Bethel family.”
Bethel’s Impact on Transforming Lives
Together, we celebrate the countless individuals whose lives have been touched by our mission and the countless volunteers who have dedicated their time and love to make it happen.
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We have had many experiences of healing, miracles, blessings, and joy in serving God together! We have laughed and celebrated each other’s accomplishments. We never allowed an occasion to celebrate each other to pass us by. Many tears and disappointments were also part of the journey.
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We are who we are today because of these combined experiences. We have assisted many ministries through our ministry’s support and partnership. The impact on our church family and the community is immeasurable. Bethel has many ministries that reach the children to the needy in the community. Many have met and got married through our ministry. Others have developed lifetime friendships through ministering together. Still, others have come in broken and have been refreshed and are ministering in various other churches.
Over the years we have embraced several mantras; some include:
-We will Pray and watch God work
-God Is In Charge
-God’s work done in God’s timing will never lack God’s supply
-We are bringing the gospel to the world one person at a time
-We are the hands and feet of Jesus
-We minister to the total man
-It is not by might nor by power saith the Lord
-Before you ask He hears and while you are speaking He answers
-I will make myself available anytime and anywhere for the Holy Spirit to work in His Voice and not in mine
What you can see above is the heart of our ministry. We value the mission of the Gospel in tangible ways. You will be ministered to spiritually and physically when you come to Bethel. Prayer, service, and fellowship are also at the heart of the ministry.
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Bethel on Mission and aiding in the transformation of lives
We have watched many lives being transformed by the power of God. Those who were once timid are now serving with boldness. Others who have been christened at Bethel are maturing into adulthood. Some have come in broken and on the verge of giving up but are actively serving God today. We might not be the biggest church on the block, but we are serving a God who is all-powerful and promised to supply all our needs. He has done that and more.
Our journey began at 306 New Main Street in Yonkers and continues through 940 Yonkers Ave to our current location. At every address, we have maximized the space that God provided us. We have provided space for other churches to use as their place of worship. It has been a place for providing new church plants to mature churches that lost their own space. When you come onto our campus anytime during the week, you will hear Spanish worshipers, African worshipers, Filipino worshipers, and English-speaking worshipers. What a great representation of the body of Christ. Bethel has a global view of the body of Christ and a local one.
As you join us and become a part of the celebration, our ministry will continue to uplift hearts and souls for Christ. Join us for a celebration on February 10th and 11th that commemorates past achievements and fuels our passion for the future as we continue to spread the gospel and hope in the heart of Yonkers and the surrounding areas.
Bethel Embracing the spirit of Caleb’s request
The story of Caleb is at the heart of our celebration. We embrace the principles that Caleb demonstrated as he claimed what was promised to him. He was only 40 when he was sent as a spy and promised a place for his inheritance. Between 40 and 85 he served well. Now 85, after helping many others fulfill their destiny, he stands without his rightful promise. At 80, when his brothers and peers were retiring, He stepped forward and claimed his mountain. The voice of Caleb is speaking to Bethel today. It tells us that it is time to possess our mountains. We know we will have to fight for it. Yes, we know we must work hard to possess it fully, but we are ready. The same God that was with us on January 25, 2004, is the same God that is with us today. His power has not changed. His provision and promise remain the same, with a strong guarantee. “Give me my mountain” is not an arrogant request but a humble request, knowing God is the one who will bring it all to the pass. As the Bible says, it is not by might nor by power but by your spirit, saith the Lord. Let’s go, Bethel!! Let’s possess our mountains in the strength of God our Father, aided by the Holy Spirit, and the intercession of Jesus Christ.
“Pray and watch God work” has been and will continue to be our mantra (2 Chronicles 7:14-16). We dedicate this house to the Glory of God (Matthew 21:13)! This sanctuary is our Father’s house, and we ask him to come and dwell, to meet us here every time we gather. As Jesus declared, my house shall be called a house of prayer. Lord inhabit our praises and always fill this place with your presence.
Twenty years ago, I asked four families to join me at the front of the battle for souls. Today, I ask you the same questions: Will you join me at the front of the battle for souls?
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