Love & Serve

Bethesda is a community of people from all walks of life who are discovering the joy of knowing and following Jesus Christ. We gather throughout the week to hear the sacred stories of God’s love and to be nourished in word and sacrament.

Bethesda Welcomes You

Featured Events

  • Empty Bowls

    February 21 | 11:00 a.m.

    For the past 12 years, Bethesda has collaborated with the Palm Beach County Food Bank to raise critical funds for our neighbors in need through Empty Bowls Palm Beach. Please come and enjoy a delicious soup lunch.

    Tickets

  • Choral Evensong

    March 2 | 3:30 p.m.

    Our March Choral Evensong, a 45-minute service of sung Evening Prayer with inspiring music by the Bethesda Choir, will take place at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 2. The service will be preceded by a recital at 3:30 p.m.

  • Bethesda 101

    March 2 | 12:15 p.m.

    Bethesda 101 is a great way to learn more about the mission, ministries, and connection opportunities available for you at Bethesda-by-the-Sea. This informal session, which includes a light lunch, is led by the clergy.

    RSVP

  • King's College Choir

    April 8 & 9 | 7:00 p.m.

    The Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea is thrilled to announce an extraordinary musical event featuring the world-renowned Choir of King’s College, Cambridge, England. The choir will be performing two highly anticipated concerts on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, and Wednesday, April 9, 2025, both starting at 7:00 p.m.

    Tickets 
Worship with us…

Sunday Services

8:00 a.m. Spoken Service of Holy Eucharist with sermon

9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, with sermon and hymns

11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist, with sermon, hymns, and choir

Coffee Hour | Parish Hall

Sunday coffee hour after each service.

Join us for coffee and conversation in the Parish Hall, following each of our Sunday morning services. Stop by our Welcome Table to learn more about Bethesda, or to sign up to serve in one of our many ministries.

Sunday Forum

On most Sundays, from November through May, we offer an adult education session on a variety of topics at 10:00 a.m. in the Guild Room.

Weekday Worship & Prayer

Morning Prayer at 8:30 a.m. This informal, 15-minute service takes place Tuesday through Friday in the choir stalls.

Wednesday Holy Eucharist at 12:05 p.m. This 30-minute service meets in the chapel and includes optional healing prayers immediately following.

Sunday Livestream available at approximately 10:45 a.m.

 
Giving Back

If you’re ready to make a financial pledge to support our Annual Campaign, give a one-time donation to support our ministry, or offer a dedicated gift, we invite your generosity.