What We Believe
History

Do you find yourself asking the deep questions like "why is that turtle here?" It has something to do with a recent missions trip to Okinawa, Japan that some BBC members recently took. For the bigger questions - the ones YOU may find important - we've compiled a list and tried to answer them below.

Q: When did Bethany Bible Church begin?
A: In 1954 a group of people had a desire to establish a non-denominational Bible church in north central Phoenix. Ground was broken on Thanksgiving Day and the building was dedicated on Easter Sunday, 1955, at our present location at 7th Avenue and Bethany Home Road.

Q: What are the weekend services like?
A: We work hard to make sure every weekend service is creative and relevant to your life. A greeter will welcome you at the front door. Once inside, you will find the weekend worship services to be exciting and dynamic. Our goal is to communicate the Good News of Jesus Christ in the best way possible and to help people see God in a real way.
Our services are designed to lead people to a personal encounter with God. At BBC, you will experience worship through contemporary and traditional music provided by the Praise Band, Orchestra, Vocal Teams, and the Chancel Choir. We utilize drama and multi-media to enhance the practical messages presented each week by our Senior Pastor, Dave Gudgel. We participate in Praise & Worship, reflect on God's blessings during communion, and learn to apply God's Word to our everyday lives.

Q: Will I have to say anything, sign anything, give anything, or be singled out in any way?
A: If you're visiting, we won't ask you to give a dime when we pass the offering plate. We won't make you wear a visitor badge or stand up to be introduced. We want you to remain as anonymous as you want to. We offer a New Attenders’ Class each week where you can find out about BBC and what kind of opportunities we offer.

Q: How do I get to the church?
A: Click Here!

Q: What should I wear?
A: Whatever you feel comfortable in. People wear everything from business casual to shorts and sandals. Feel free to leave the tie and high heel shoes at home.

Q: What do you have for junior high and high school students?
A: Plenty! Both our Jr. High and Sr. High meet on Sunday mornings from 9:00am to 10:30am and on Wednesday nights from 6:30pm-8:00pm. Sunday morning programming consists of fellowship, music/worship, and a lesson. Wednesday nights are small group bible studies. Jr. High meets in Room 200 of the North Building and Sr. High meets in the basement of our Office Building (room B001).

Q: Do you have a Small Group Ministry?
A: Yes, we have a Small Group Ministry with groups meeting throughout the valley. For more information about this ministry, call the church office.

Q: What about my children?
A: We believe that children are the future leaders of the church and it is our privilege to teach and love them each week. We want Sundays to be a positive experience for you and your children.

Children ages birth to 23 months of age will be checked in at the Education Building, main floor. There are four rooms divided by age and developmental stages. All children are checked in and out and parents will receive a pager.

Parents of children, ages 2 through Kindergarten, will also need to check their children in at the Education Building. When you sign your child in, you will sign your name and where you will be during the 1st and 2nd hours. The teacher will give you a tag with a number on it that corresponds to your child. You will need to give this tag back to your child’s teacher when you pick them up. For the protection of your child, please let the teacher know if someone else will be picking up your child for you. All children wear nametags whenever they are in the classrooms. The teachers will also be wearing nametags so they are easily identifiable.

For more detailed information see our Children's Page