The Bethel Church — Attraction in Jacksonville

My husband and I are transplants from Chesapeake, VA (Mount Lebanon Missionary Baptist Church a.k.a. "The Mount"- Bishop Kim W. Brown) needless to say there was a noticeable contrast in the churches here in Jacksonville, FL. My husband warned me numerous times not to compare churches when visiting but It was impossible not to compare to the standard we had left. Enter Bethel, upon arriving we were welcomed by warm smiling greeters. We were seated by ushers/porters that were charming and helpful. The service began (on time) the worship was authentic and skillful. Then the best part the, word. It was amplified, literal, demonstrative and more importantly applicable. The alter call was smartly done with 3 calls (Soul decision, Membership, Salvation). While the entire service was charismatic and sensitive to the move of GOD, there was order. That balance afforded the congregation time for offering which was not a laboring event. Lastly, there was a thoughtful moment devoted to those requesting prayer and their names were listed as well for all to make a list of who to pray for personally. Benediction, the service ended we filed out of the building in a orderly manner. The parking was not cumbersome either, the traffic flowed reasonably smooth. We visited 4 more weeks (and I was looking for something to call it quits, but I was never able to find reasonable fault) and experienced the consistency of excellence we witnessed on our initial visit. We were so happy to join in October of this year. Looking forward to "getting to work" and remaining involved in a great ministry to afford someone else the same experience we felt... The...

After permanently relocating to Jacksonville, Florida from St. Louis, Missouri to reside with my husband in June, 2014, I visited several blessed churches. However, Pastor Emeritus, Bishop McKissick, Sr. is by far the wisest, most spiritually connected yet humblest man I've ever met☺. Under the pastoral leadership of his beloved son, Bishop Rudolph McKissick, Jr., trust me there is no experience like the Bethel Experience. All are welcome for truth, comradrie, love & most...

Great Teaching, but bad members with manners. “Warning” When you arrive beware of their kindness and loving smile, it’s a cult and all they want is members. They use a book that will bring you to tears, make you forget all about your bills, everyday situations, stress, failed attempts, and bad decisions. Remember stay strong ✊so you don’t end 🆙 in the back room like me for extra prayer. Be safe, be strong, something ain’t right at this ⛪️ “witchcraft in...