Welcome to Bethlehem!

COME and GO: Two words with great meaning.  

You are invited to COME to Bethlehem - 
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Join us! God meets us where we are. Join us!  For refreshment, the unloading of burdens through the Word and Sacrament. 

As we continue to do this, we are then prepared to GO and make disciples of all nations.

It is as simple as that. Through weekly worship, and the study of the Word, God reveals Himself to us as the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. As we receive the Sacraments, and are filled with the Holy Spirit, we cannot help but to GO and tell others what He has done. 

We are enabled to complete this cycle by proclaiming His name in our context here and in the world through words, service to our neighbors and to the community as a whole. Reaching to the ends of the earth with His message of love, grace and forgiveness. 

As you explore our website feel at home, like a day at the beach. It will become evident that we are passionate about using everything God has given us to bless the lives of all we serve, here at Jacksonville Beach, or the world beyond. As we COME to gather every week at this special place we call “Bethlehem at the Beach,” and then as we GO into our bigger world serving as the Body of Christ. 

Enjoy!

Women of BLC

Need a day at the beach? A time to slow down, wiggle your toes in the sand, and bask in the warmth of God's presence? Join us at SeaSide Escape. It's a beach-themed retreat you won't want to miss! Make plans for this special day on March 3 from 8 am to 4 pm at Our Redeemer. Registration includes breakfast, lunch, snacks and all retreat materials. Click below to download the SeaSide Escape Registration Form. Whether you're 8 or 88, you need a SeaSide Escape! 

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An Important Message 

LCMS President Rev. Dr. Matthew C. Harrison appeared before the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform on Thursday, February 16,  to discuss the recent U. S. Health and Human Services Ruling regarding contraceptives. On behalf of the LCMS, Harrison spoke to the issue violating citizens’ freedom of religion and freedom of conscience. Click Here to see President Harrison's appearance.


Journey to the Cross

Lent begins Wednesday, February 22 with Ash Wednesday. You, your family and friends are invited to join us for Wednesday night dinner from 5:30 - 6:45 pm and worship at 7 pm. This year's theme will be "Journey to the Cross: 40 Days of Discovery." For details on this theme, scroll down to the bottom of any website page and view BLC's latest news. "Therefore I despise myself and repent in dust and ashes." Job 42:6

One in Three

The opening of a special exhibit, "One in Three," at the Beaches Museum will be on Friday, March 2 at 5:30 pm. Bethlehem's own Brooke Christy will be the featured speaker and will be sharing her personal story of challenge and courage. We invite and encourage all of our BLC family and friends to come out and support this wonderful young lady and this special exhibit. Need more information? Click Here for the Beaches Museum Website.