Bethel was founded in 1820 by a group of German Lutherans who migrated to this area from Pennsylvania. Since then, our congregation has worshipped in four different locations, including the current location which is a beautiful nine-acre site in an area once known as Albin Village.

At Bethel, we share with our forebears a desire to follow the call of Jesus Christ and reach out in ministry to the Winchester/Frederick County community and to our extended neighbors around the world.


About the Evangelical Church in America...
Bethel is part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, the largest Lutheran denomination in North America, comprised of 5.2 million members and 11,000 congregations. The Lutheran church is the oldest and largest protestant church in the world with over 80 million members.

Lutherans hold that the Bible is the sole authority for faith and life. We believe that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, died on the cross for our sins. To all who believe, full and free forgiveness is given. Our purpose, then, is to proclaim and share the message of Jesus, and to serve our community in God's name.

Founded 1820
Vision A community maturing in faith and building passion for Christ
Pastors The Rev. D. Rhodes Woolly ... 'Pastor Rhodes'
The Rev. Scott Maxwell ... 'Pastor Scott' - Pastor for Leadership & Administration
Members 500+ total membership; 350+ adult members, 150+ youth members
Our average Sunday worship attendance is 315 members.
Location 2077 North Frederick Pike, Winchester, VA 22603 - (Get a map here)
Services Regular Schedule - Sep 10th - May 27th
Blended Worship at 9am & 11:15am; Sunday School at 10:15am.
A Nursery is provided every Sunday from 8:45am to 12:15pm. Holy Communion is celebrated every Sunday. 'Blended worship' is a variety of worship and music styles.
Summer Schedule - Jun 3rd - Sep 2nd
Blended Worship at 8:30am and 10am
Both services the same ... more blended than traditional. No Sunday School for children.
Facilities A beautiful 10-acre site once home to a century old apple orchard. Our facilities include the main Sanctuary, an educational wing, a newly constructed Christian Learning and Leadership Center, a large, covered picnic area and lots of green, open space outside. Plenty of parking, too. Photos are available under the ABOUT tab above.
Preschool Yes, The Apple Tree Clubhouse
45 students; ages 2 1/2 to 10 years - (More information here)
Handicap
 Yes, wheelchair accessible
Trend
 Membership & ministries growing, facilities recently expanded
Programs We offer dozens of different ways you can get involved in our faith community. We have activities to suit every preference and a variety of interests. We invite you to learn more about these opportunities to serve others under the MINISTRIES tab above.
The Web Please bookmark our daily newsletter — www.bethelwinchester.com/daily — a fascinating blend of Bethel news, national & world news, stories about life & living, humor, entertainment, fun, and community information. It's all the best news on the Web—all in one place—and downright fun to read!