Bethany First Church

Quilt Group
2025-09-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-15 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-30 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-06-02 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Bethany First Church, 511 Amity Rd, Bethany, CT, United States
Every Monday from 10am to noon.
Quilters meet in the Fellowship Hall to work on individual projects and/or to assist on group projects.
Bring your sewing machines and projects or just come and see what the group is all about.
You do not have to be a member of the Church to join.

Victorian Dancing
2025-09-21 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-07 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-01 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-05-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Bethany First Church, 511 Amity Rd, Bethany, CT, United States
Come and join us for some fun, exercise, and camaraderie. Enjoy dances based on the mid-1800s style. No experience needed. No need for a partner. Just a willingness to learn and have fun.
The First and Third Sundays of the Month
3pm – 5pm
Wear comfortable shoes and bring your sense of humor!
The cost? One non-perishable food item for donation

New Member Class
2025-09-08 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Bethany First Church, 511 Amity Rd, Bethany, CT, United States
Are you ready to learn more about what it means to belong to Bethany First Church?

Join us for a special Membership Class that will explore:
How our church handles finances
Our unique history and connection to the UCC
What we believe about the Bible, sacraments, and faith
How we’re organized and how YOU can be part of it
Our mission, vision, and your place in the story

This interactive class includes a participant workbook, engaging conversations, and space to ask all your questions.

Whether you’re ready to join or just exploring—we’d love to see you there!

Please RSVP or contact Pastor Jonathan for more info.

How We Lead Together
2025-07-30 19:00 - 20:30, 2025-07-27 11:30 - 13:00 | Bethany First Church, 511 Amity Rd, Bethany, CT, United States
Church Polity & Governance at Bethany First Church
Join Pastor Jonathan for an interactive workshop to explore the foundations of how we organize, govern and lead together as a church community.
Workshop will be held in the Sanctuary.
Open to all.
Please RSVP to Joanna in the Church Office at 203-393-3116 so that sufficient materials can be available for those attending.

Movie Night and Potluck Dinner
2025-06-27 18:00 - 20:30 | Bethany First Church, 511 Amity Rd, Bethany, CT, United States
Movie Night and Potluck Dinner
Gather with us in the fellowship hall to enjoy a delicious potluck meal, followed by a family-friendly movie. It’s the perfect chance to connect, share homemade dishes, and spend quality time together as a community.
Date: Last Friday of the month – June 27
Time: 6:00 PM
Movie Title: Witness with Harrison Ford
Everyone is welcome, so bring your family and friends!

Victorian Dancing
2025-06-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Bethany First Church, 511 Amity Rd, Bethany, CT, United States
Come and join us for some fun, exercise, and camaraderie. Enjoy dances based on the mid-1800s style. No experience needed. No need for a partner. Just a willingness to learn and have fun.
No dance on Father’s Day. Victorian Dance will be held on the Fourth Sunday in June. Come join us on June 22nd.
3pm – 5pm
Wear comfortable shoes and bring your sense of humor!
The cost? One non-perishable food item for donation (optional).

Strawberry Festival
2025-06-07 10:00 - 15:00 | Bethany First Church, 511 Amity Rd, Bethany, CT, United States
Get Ready – Our Annual Strawberry Festival is BACK and Better Than Ever!
Mark your calendars and join us on Saturday, June 7th, from 10 AM to 3 PM for a day full of fun, food, and community! This year, we’re turning up the excitement – you won’t want to miss it!

What’s in store? – Our famous **homemade strawberry shortcake** – a sweet taste of summer – Local craft vendors with unique treasures and handmade goods – Delicious breakfast and lunch to keep you fueled for the fun – Surprises, smiles, and so much more for the whole family
Bring your friends, your family, and your appetite – it’s going to be a berry good time!

Call with preorders 203-393-3116!

Movie Night and Potluck Dinner
2025-05-30 18:00 - 20:30 | Bethany First Church, 511 Amity Rd, Bethany, CT, United States
Movie Night and Potluck Dinner
Gather with us in the fellowship hall to enjoy a delicious potluck meal, followed by a family-friendly movie. It’s the perfect chance to connect, share homemade dishes, and spend quality time together as a community.
Date: Last Friday of the month – May 30
Time: 6:00 PM
Movie Title: The Princess Bride
Everyone is welcome, so bring your family and friends!

Bethany Memorial Day Parade
2025-05-26 10:00 | Bethany First Church, 511 Amity Rd, Bethany, CT, United States
Come sit on our lawn. We have a great front row seat for the parade and free parking.

Nancy Grannis Memorial - Celebration of Life
2025-05-17 11:00 - 14:00 | Bethany First Church, 511 Amity Rd, Bethany, CT, United States
Saturday May 17th, 2025
11:00 AM
Nancy Louise Grannis
12/13/1946 ~ 8/20/2024
Please join us as we gather to honor and celebrate the life of Nancy Grannis, a cherished member of our church family for over 30 years. Nancy passed away on August 20, 2024, in Orange Park, Florida, but her spirit and legacy continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
Nancy was the beloved wife of Herbert “Lee” Grannis, III, and loving mother to Kathryn, Jennifer, Herbert, and Luke. She lived a life marked by service—as a nurse, a soldier in the U.S. Army, and in her years of compassionate care at Yale-New Haven Children’s Hospital. Within our church, Nancy gave selflessly in many roles, including as a Deacon, always leading with grace, humor, and unwavering faith.
We invite you to come and remember Nancy with us, a luncheon will follow the service, and all are welcome to attend. Let us give thanks for Nancy’s life, her faith, and the enduring impact she made on our community.

Bible Study gathering
2025-05-07 19:00 - 20:30 | 4 Bonna Rd, Beacon Falls, CT, 4 Bonna St, Beacon Falls, CT, United States
Wednesday Evening Bible Study
May 7 at 7PM
Join us for a casual gathering to enjoy soup and bread and good discussion. Open to all and all are welcome.
This Wednesday is the final gathering of this series. It will be held at the Fredericks Barn, 4 Bonna St, Beacon Falls, CT.
