Heard on High
In our Advent series, Heard on High, we’ll explore the awe-inspiring story of how God spoke to Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus. Through dreams and messages from angels, God provided wisdom, reassurance, and direction. And here’s the best part—this same God still speaks to us today!
We all have questions about what is best for ourselves and our families. Sometimes the “best” next step isn’t always clear. What do we do when we’re not sure what is next? Listen to God!
We hope you’ll join us for Heard on High, starting Sunday, December 1, at 9 and 11am. Together, let’s celebrate the wonder of a God who is still near, still speaking, and still guiding.
Christmas Eve at BFC
Celebrate the birth of Jesus with the whole family at one of our annual Christmas Eve services! Each one-hour, family-friendly service includes familiar Christmas music, an Advent message, and “Silent Night” by candlelight. Stop by the Atrium after each service for a Christmas celebration with coffee, hot chocolate, snacks, photo booths, and a Christmas activity for kids.
Monday, December 23 | 7pm
Tuesday, December 24 | 3 and 5 pm
*A family room will be available during each service for those who would like an alternate place to watch the service, via live stream, with their kids.
More Than A Sunday Thing
Our faith was never meant to just be a thing that happens on Sundays at church.
In our new series, More Than a Sunday Thing, we’ll explore how our faith is meant to shape our everyday lives. Together, we’ll look at six practices Jesus lived out, and how we can engage in these practices everyday:
Worshiping together
Spending one-on-one time with God
Doing life with others
Sharing faith in everyday conversations
Serving with purpose
Living generously
Don’t settle for a Sunday-only faith. Live it every day.
Join us for More Than a Sunday Thing, beginning January 5, at 9 and 11am.
Baptism at BFC
We will celebrate baptisms on Sunday, October 6 in our traditional and contemporary services! Baptism is a celebration of life-change through Jesus, and an important step in your walk with Him. If you are interested in learning more about baptism at Bethany First Church, click the button below to let us know and one of our pastors will contact you!
Kids Class: Sunday, January 19 at 10:10am, Elementary Worship Room, Second Floor
Preteen Class: Sunday, January 19 at 4pm, Preteen Area, Second Floor
Adult Class: Wednesday, January 22 at 6pm, Room 120
Baptism sign ups are available here.
BFC Kids Choir Christmas Musical
BFC Kids Choir presents Songs of Christmas, on Sunday, December 15 at 6pm in the Sanctuary. Our kids will tell the Christmas story in song.
Christmas Tour of Homes
Everyone is invited to a Christmas Tour of Homes on Tuesday, December 10, 5:30-9pm. BFC Women's Ministries is hosting five festive homes this year, each with treats and drinks to enjoy. Purchase your tickets now and visit the homes of Angela Rhodes, Victoria Redwine, Drenna Dyer, Susan Emrich, and Debbie Rains.
Tickets are $5 each and may be purchased online by clicking here.
Sing Joy
You are invited to Sing Joy! This Christmas music experience will have songs that move you and a message to inspire you. We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate the good news of Jesus coming to us! Services are at 9 and 11 am on December 8!
Great Fall Campout
Come enjoy fun and fellowship as we camp together at Fort Cobb State Park! BFC has reserved a limited number of RV campsites, with access to electricity and water, for your RV or tent.
Campsite Cost: $35 per night
Registration deadline: September 30
Space is limited and RV sites will be assigned.
Sign up coming soon!
Baptism at BFC
We will celebrate baptisms on Sunday, October 6 in our traditional and contemporary services! Baptism is a celebration of life-change through Jesus, and an important step in your walk with Him. If you are interested in learning more about baptism at Bethany First Church, click the button below to let us know and one of our pastors will contact you!
Kids/Preteen Class: Sunday, September 22 at 4pm, Preteen Area, Second Floor
Adult Class: Wednesday, September 25 at 6pm, Room 120
Baptism sign ups are available here.
Becoming Course
Are you interested in becoming a member at BFC, or want to continue becoming more like Jesus? Our Becoming Course is for you! this three-week study will show you how God has equipped and called you, the practices that help us become more like Jesus, and the beliefs of the Church of the Nazarene.
Becoming meets from 6-7:30pm on Wednesday, September 25 and October 2.
Sign ups for the Becoming Course are available here.
Swazi 5k
Join people from all ages over central Oklahoma who come to run, walk or cycle to raise funds for needed ministries in Eswatini, Africa (formerly Swaziland) and in Bethany, Oklahoma! Bethany First Church of the Nazarene is an active local church serving its community as well as the world in an effort to bring hope and healing to the nations through Christ.
Registration for the 2024 Swazi 5k is now live and available here!
The Swazi 5K impacts people in Eswatini and in Bethany, OK.
It promotes awareness in our community of the needs of Eswatini (formerly Swaziland). Though HIV is declining, Eswatini is still the country with the highest rate of HIV and TB in the world.
It encourages personal health for participants.
It raises funds for three important recipients:
Funding for the HIV/AIDS Task Force, who are providing food and medicines to those who are ill in their homes with HIV, TB, and non-communicable diseases like asthma and diabetes.
Funding for Haven of Hope, a women’s rescue shelter in Eswatini who are providing a safe place for abused women.
The Bethany After-School Program, provides a daily nutritious snack, tutoring, and a safe place to be for over 200 Bethany children every weekday afternoon during the school year.
BFC Worship Info Night for BFC Attenders
Are you an attender who is interested in serving at BFC through our worship ministry? Lead Worship Pastor Nick Robertson would love to meet you and talk about your musical talents at Serve Coffee and Community on August 29 from 7-9. You will also have the opportunity to meet the BFC Worship team and learn more about what volunteering with BFC Worship looks like on a weekly basis.
Light refreshments will be served. Those who attended will be entered in for a chance to win one of two $50 giftcards to Charlestons!
Practicing the Way
A group study based on the book Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer. This will be a practical approach to following Jesus. Pastor Ken Behrens will facilitate the course which is a mix of small group interaction, a video featuring John Mark Comer, and some encouragement to install daily practices into your everyday life.
The Practicing The Way 8-week group will meet on Wednesday evenings at 6:00pm starting September 4 - October 16.
BFC Worship Info Night for College Students
Are you a college student who is interested in serving at BFC through our worship ministry? Lead Worship Pastor Nick Robertson would love to meet you and talk about your musical talents at Serve Coffee and Community on August 29 from 7-9. You will also have the opportunity to meet the BFC Worship team and learn more about what volunteering with BFC Worship looks like on a weekly basis.
Light Refreshments will be served. Those who attend will be entered in to win one of two $50 Amazon giftcards!
Alpha - Tuesday Nights
Alpha is a course made for people who have questions about their faith. Whether you are new to faith, curious in your faith, a growing Christ follower, or a faith skeptic, Alpha is a space for you to engage in non-judgmental conversation about life’s biggest questions.
Prayer and Praise
Wednesday evening worship in the Chapel for a traditional service featuring hymns, prayers, a musical special, and a message from a speaker.
BFC Youth
Wednesday night worship, activities, and hang-out time for youth in 7th-12th grade.
Mid-High(6th-7th grade) worship beings at 6:00pm
High School(8th-12th grade) worship begins at 6:45pm
BFC Kids
Wednesday night discipleship and activities for you kids aged birth-4th grade.
BFC Preteens
Wednesday night discipleship and activities for your preteen in either 5th of 6th grade.
Sunday Contemporary Worship
Join us as we worship together with the Bethany First Church contemporary worship team and hear a powerful message from Pastor Rick.
Sunday Traditional Worship
Join us as we worship together with the Bethany First Church choir and orchestra and hear a powerful message from Pastor Rick!
BFC Preteens
Wednesday night discipleship and activities for your preteen in either 5th of 6th grade.
BFC Kids
Wednesday night discipleship and activities for you kids aged birth-4th grade.
Prayer and Praise
Wednesday evening worship in the Chapel for a traditional service featuring hymns, prayers, a musical special, and a message from a speaker.
BFC Youth
Wednesday night worship, activities, and hang-out time for youth in 7th-12th grade.
Mid-High(6th-7th grade) worship beings at 6:00pm
High School(8th-12th grade) worship begins at 6:45pm
Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery is a support group for various men’s and women’s abuse and grief topics. For more information on specific Celebrate Recovery support groups offered at Bethany First Church, visit our BFC Group Life page.
Sunday Contemporary Worship
Join us as we worship together with the Bethany First Church choir and orchestra and hear a powerful message from Pastor Rick!
Sunday Traditional Worship
Join us as we worship together with the Bethany First Church choir and orchestra and hear a powerful message from Pastor Rick!
Prayer and Praise
Wednesday evening worship in the Chapel for a traditional service featuring hymns, prayers, a musical special, and a message from a speaker.
BFC Youth
Wednesday night worship, activities, and hang-out time for youth in 7th-12th grade.
Mid-High(6th-7th grade) worship beings at 6:00pm
High School(8th-12th grade) worship begins at 6:45pm
BFC Preteens
Wednesday night discipleship and activities for your preteen in either 5th of 6th grade.
BFC Kids
Wednesday night discipleship and activities for you kids aged birth-4th grade.
Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery is a support group for various men’s and women’s abuse and grief topics. For more information on specific Celebrate Recovery support groups offered at Bethany First Church, visit our BFC Group Life page.
Sunday Contemporary Worship
Join us as we worship together with the Bethany First Church contemporary worship team and hear a powerful message from Pastor Rick.