grow in your faith
at Bethel Grove Bible Church, a non-denominational faith-based community in Ithaca, NY
coming this Sunday
November 1, 2026
9:30am Worship Service
“Why Thanksgiving? Why Give Thanks?”
Luke17:11-19
Gabriel Carpenter, Elder
11:15am Quarterly Meeting Potluck
Bring a dish-to-share
events this week
Real Talk ~ regional youth & family event w/Pam Stenzel ~ Students 12+, Register with QR Code. Hosted by BG Youth and Fingerakes Pregnancy Care.
Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning to Ithaca to continue your education, we’re delighted to welcome you!
new to Bethel Grove Bible Church?
We are eager to share life in Christ with you! You can get to know us online using the resources on this site, including our sermons and blog. We look forward to meeting you in person!
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2026 Thank Offering
by Global & Local Missions Committees Each year at Thanksgiving and as a sign of our gratefulness to God for
500th Anniversary of William Tyndale’s English Bible ~ The Symphony of Scripture
In the early 1500’s, English law prohibited translating the Bible into common language. The Catholic church restricted Scripture to Latin,
explore church ministries
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.