Sunday Worship: 9:45 AM • Children's Church Available
3534 Grier Point Road, Marysville, PA 17053
(717) 853-0336 Facebook Live
Who We Are

About Bethel Independent Church

A Christ-centered church with a deep heart for Marysville, Perry County, and the world. Rooted in the Scriptures, welcoming to all, and walking in faith.

Our Identity

Rooted in Grace, Built on Truth

Bethel Independent Church is a warm, Christ-centered family with a deep heart for our community and the people we serve. We are truly grateful for every opportunity God gives us to share Christ’s redeeming love with all who walk through our doors.

It is our heart's desire to always minister in practical, compassionate ways to our neighborhood and the world. When you visit Bethel, you will encounter sincere hospitality, reverent and uplifting worship, and preaching that honors the unchanging truth of God's Word.

Church Leadership
Bethel Independent Church Building
3534 Grier Point Road Serving Marysville & Central PA

Independent

Self-governing directly under the Lordship of Jesus Christ, guided by scripture and congregationally led in prayerful unity.

Missions-Minded

Committed to supporting biblical missions locally, across Pennsylvania, and around the globe to spread the Gospel to every nation.

Soul Winning

Passionately sharing the hope of salvation found in Jesus Christ through personal evangelism, community service, and intentional discipleship.

Bible-Believing

Holding the Holy Bible as the inspired, infallible, and complete Word of God — our supreme and final authority in all matters of faith and life.

Doctrinal Foundation

What We Believe

We are unashamedly committed to biblical orthodoxy and the timeless truths of the historic Christian faith.

The Holy Scriptures

We believe the Holy Bible (Old and New Testaments) is verbally inspired by God and inerrant in the original writings. It is the supreme and final authority for faith, practice, and Christian living. (2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20-21)

The Living God & The Trinity

We believe in one God, eternally existing in three co-equal persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. God is infinite, eternal, unchangeable, sovereign in creation, providence, and redemption. (Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; 2 Corinthians 13:14)

Jesus Christ the Son

We believe Jesus Christ is fully God and fully man. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, lived a sinless life, died a substitutionary death on the cross for our sins, arose bodily on the third day, ascended into heaven, and will return in power and glory. (John 1:1, 14; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Acts 1:11)

Salvation by Grace Through Faith

We believe salvation is the free gift of God, provided by grace alone through faith alone in the finished work of Jesus Christ on the cross. No human good works, rituals, or ceremonies can save — only repentance toward God and personal faith in the Lord Jesus Christ brings eternal life. (Ephesians 2:8-9; Titus 3:5; John 3:16)

The Church & Ordinances

We believe the local church is an autonomous assembly of baptized believers united in Christ for worship, discipleship, mutual edification, and evangelism. We observe two biblical ordinances: Believer's Baptism by immersion and the Lord's Supper (Communion). (Matthew 28:19-20; Acts 2:41-42; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26)
Pastoral Care & Shepherding

Pastoral Leadership at Bethel

At Bethel Independent Church, we praise God for His faithful provision of godly leadership. Our church is blessed with a dedicated pastor and faithful deacons committed to shepherding our congregation with humility, love, and unwavering commitment to the Word of God.

Our Pastoral Commitment:

  • Preaching the whole counsel of God with biblical exposition, clarity, and grace.
  • Providing pastoral care, encouragement, and faithful prayer for our congregation and community.
  • Equipping saints of all ages for works of Christian ministry and discipleship.
  • Maintaining our church heritage as independent, missions-minded, and soul-winning.
Bethel Pastoral Leadership

"And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding."

— Jeremiah 3:15
Children and Youth in Prayer at Bethel
Next Generation

Children's Church & A.L.I.V.E.

We believe children are a precious heritage from the Lord. During our Sunday Morning Worship service (9:45 AM), children are invited to attend Children's Church, where they engage in age-appropriate Bible lessons, music, Scripture memorization, and activities.

Our A.L.I.V.E. (A Light In the Valley for Ever) ministry equips children and young people with biblical wisdom, Christian friendships, and the confidence to shine Christ's light in their daily lives.