Visitors

New things are happening at Bethel Lutheran Church. Inspired by God's love, we are helping Iglesia Luterana Santa Cruz develope a congregation at Bethel's facilities.

We continue to serve children through our Parent's Night Out Program. The kids win, the parents win, and I believe God is pleased.

We continue to worship an awesome God. Utilizing the visual arts on screen, we gather every week to sing, pray, listen to God's Word proclaimed, and receive the gift of the Holy Communion. We invite people in...build people up...send people out! We invite YOU to join us!

Pastor Carl Nielsen

Frequently asked questions by visitors

Directions To The Church

North Bound on Hwy 101
Take Stowell Road exit and turn right on Stowell Road. Proceed west for .5 miles to College Drive. Turn right on College Drive and proceed .2 miles to Camino Colegio. Turn left on Camino Colegio and proceed .2 miles to 624 E. Camino Colegio. The church is on the left.

South Bound on Hwy 101
Take the Main Street exit, turn right on Main Street and proceed .4 miles to College Drive. Turn left on to College Drive and proceed .8 miles to E. Camino Colegio. Turn right on E. Camino Colegio and proceed .2 miles to 624 E. Camino Colegio. The church is on the left.

What Should I Know About The Worship Services?

We have 2 Sunday worship services, at 8:30 a.m and 11:00 a.m. The sacrament of Holy Communion is celebrated weekly at both services. Organ music is used at the 8:30 worship service and the 11:00 worship service has contemporary Christian music.

Casual/informal attire is welcomed on Sundays. Our services are also designed for families with young children. Pastor Carl delivers a children's message every Sunday. Nursery care is also available upon request.

After the 8:30 worship service (approximately 9:45) until 10:00 a.m. is fellowship time where all are invited to enjoy refreshments and conversation with our brothers and sisters in Christ.

What Is Available For My Children?

Children's Sunday School (Bethel Bible Adventures) takes place Sundays at 10:00 am from September through May. Classes are available for Preschool, K-6 and Jr./Sr. High.
Confirmation classes are available for our 7th and 8th grade students. Jr. High students also enjoy, and are encouraged to attend confirmation camp in the summer and Sr. High students can attend Winter camp, along with other various activities and retreats.

Frequently Asked Questions By Visitors

"Can community groups use Bethel's Facilities?"
Yes, contact the church office for details regarding facility
use policies at 805-922-6601.

"Can I get married in the church, even though I'm not a member?"
Yes.