grow in your faith

at Bethel Grove Bible Church, a non-denominational faith-based community in Ithaca, NY

coming this Sunday

September 13, 2026

9:30am Worship Service

“Witness: Cleansing” John 3:1-36
Pastor Matt Raley

events this week

Sunday, September 13 ~

11:30am Christian Education ~ Church Auditorium ~ Did you ever wonder how a scientist views the wonders of Creation? Three Cornell scientists will share how their studies have let them see the hand of a glorious Creator in the intricate world He has created. This will not be a discussion of controversies about science and faith, but rather some testimonies by Cornell scientists of God’s beauty seen through the eyes of faith and science.

4:00pm BGYouth Fall Kickoff! Come for catered food, games and fellowship. Parents highly encouraged to attend. Invite your family and friends! Contact teddy@bg.org with any questions.

Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning to Ithaca to continue your education, we’re delighted to welcome you!

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The Light: Chaos

John shows us a picture of darkness in Jerusalem, as Jesus teaches in the temple and different factions react. A study of John 7. (We apologize for the lighting problems in the opening minutes of this video, and we’re grateful

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Adult Education
& Small Groups

We have Adult classes every Sunday morning at 11:15 AM covering a variety of topics. Our mid-week small groups meet in several locations around the Ithaca region.

Campus
Ministries

Our new gathering for students and young adults is at 8:30 AM every Sunday morning in the Ministry Center. Meet with Pastor Matt for light breakfast and spiritual formation.

BG YOUTH
Ministry

High school and middle school students have a new director this year. Teddy Yesudasan joined our staff in August!

Kingdom
Kids

Find out more about BG’s ministry to children, directed by Heidi King. You can also find out about special programs like Nature Camp.