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The Rev. Matthew Ricks talks with Brookland Atkins, 4, (from left) Tyler Atkins, 5, and Colby Helms, 6, during the children's sermon earlier this month at Bethany Christian Church in Roanoke.
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Bethany Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
3115 Fleming Ave. N.W.
Roanoke, VA 24012
www.bccroanoke.org
366-0968
The staff
Senior minister: Rev. Matthew Ricks, Director of Christian education: Betty Whittaker, Church secretary: Lynn West, Nursery director: Kathy Atkins
Church history
With 68 people signed as charter members, Bethany Christian Church was organized in 1944 to give people in the Williamson Road area a Disciples of Christ church to attend. The sanctuary was constructed in 1947. In 1960, a fellowship and education wing was added onto the church. The church building has undergone several renovations since being built.
Service times and types
Sunday school: 9:30 a.m.
Worship: 10:30 a.m.
Physical description
Bethany Christian Church is a stone block church with stained-glass windows. The sanctuary has a high ceiling, burgundy carpet, cushioned pews and seating for about 150 people.
Personality of the congregation
This is an easy-going and very loving church. When you visit Bethany, be prepared to be greeted by smiling faces and good jokes. There are plenty of people here who will make you laugh, but they are also very dedicated to serving God.
Pastor's favorite Scripture
Proverbs 3:5
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight."
