For 80 years, God has been faithful to this ministry, and we want to celebrate His goodness in a big way. We could not have reached this milestone without your support—whether through your service, prayers, or presence—and we want you to be a part of this special occasion

Friday, August 29 – Meet and Greet | 6:15 PM
Reconnect with familiar (and new) faces and enjoy light refreshments.

Friday, August 29 – Worship Service | 7:30 PM
We’ll begin the weekend with a powerful worship service to give glory to God for 80 years of grace and growth.

Saturday, August 30 – Continental Breakfast | 9:15 AM
A warm and welcoming fellowship with light breakfast refreshments, allowing attendees to start the day reconnecting with old friends and new faces.

Saturday, August 30 – Morning Glory Service | 10:00 AM
Start your Saturday with anointed preaching, uplifting music, and testimonies of God’s enduring faithfulness in this special morning worship experience.

Saturday, August 30 – Apostolic Choraleers Celebration Concert | 5:00 PM
Join us for a dynamic evening of music, where we will be lifting up praise in celebration of our journey. This promises to be a highlight of the weekend!

Sunday, August 31 – Morning Worship | 11:15 AM
Our Sunday morning service will be a time of thanksgiving, reflection, and rejoicing as we honor the legacy of Bethesda and look ahead with hope and vision.

Sunday, August 31 – Grand Anniversary Banquet | 5:00 PM
We’ll close out the celebration weekend with a formal banquet at Casa Mia. It will be an evening filled with good food, heartfelt tributes, and meaningful moments. Come dressed for the occasion and ready to celebrate God’s goodness!

We are honored to welcome back two of our own— a daughter & son of this house who continue to serve God faithfully:

Pastor Tanya Brown of Alton, Illinois
Pastor Joseph L. Seymour of Hartford, Connecticut 

The registration cost is $80 and includes admission to all weekend events that include food, Gala Celebration tickets, a Souvenir Booklet, and other Anniversary Celebration items. Please complete the enclosed registration form by July 31st, 2025 and return it by mail to the church office. If you prefer to register electronically, a QR code is included with this letter for online registration.

Throughout the weekend, we’ll also enjoy historical displays, timeless mementos, and opportunities to reconnect with members past and present. This celebration is a tribute to the past, a joy in the present, and a declaration of faith for the future.
Please register at your earliest convenience so we can prepare to welcome you. Your presence will make this milestone even more meaningful.
We look forward to honoring 80 years of God’s faithfulness with you!

God Bless,
Bethesda Apostolic Church 80th
Anniversary Committee