Upcoming events.
57th Church Anniversary
Join us as we celebrate our 57th Church Anniversary
“The Goodness of God.”
We’ll be celebrating every Sunday in March at 11:00 a.m., rooted in Psalm 145:1–9.
✨ March 8th — We welcome Rev. Dr. Steven D. Lewis, Sr. of True Vine M.B. Church, followed by a Cake & Ice Cream Social immediately after service.
✨ March 15th — We welcome Rev. Jerrold Smith of Macedonia M. B. Church AND food, games, a raffle immediately following service.
REGISTER NOW!!!!
✨ March 22nd — We welcome Rev. Dr. Russell B. Harris, Sr. of God Is Us Church, and get ready for our 1969 Nostalgia Candy Bag Giveaway right after service.
Come celebrate, reflect, and rejoice with us in 57 years of God’s goodness! 🙌💙
Discipleship Academy
“I didn’t know THAT!”
Join us for Discipleship Academy: I Didn’t Know That! — a 5-week Bible study experience designed to open your eyes, deepen your understanding, and strengthen your walk with God.
🗓 Every Mondays
⏰ 7:00 PM
📅 Starting March 2nd
📍 Bethlehem Temple MB Church
Come ready to learn, ask questions, grow, and discover truths you didn’t even know were there. This is for new believers, seasoned saints, and everybody in between!
BT Family — let’s grow together! We’ll see you there!
Register NOW!
Black Business Forum
🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE, BT FAMILY & COMMUNITY! 🚨
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Black Business Forum has been rescheduled to 📅 April 18, 2026!
Same vision. Same power. Same purpose. 🙌🏾
We’re still coming together to educate, empower, and elevate Black-owned businesses — just on a new date!
🗓️ April 18, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Bethlehem Temple M.B. Church
Thank you for your grace and continued support. Spread the word, mark your calendars, and get ready — it’s going to be BIG! 💼✨
The cost is $50. For more information.
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Women’s Ministry Weekend
Faith Over Feelings
Join us on Saturday, May 23, 2026
Brunch at Bethlehem Temple at 10:00 AM.
We will then depart by bus at 1:00 PM as we travel to Drury Lane Theatre to enjoy the stage production Father of the Bride, beginning at 3:00 PM.
Your cost is $145 per person, which includes brunch, transportation, theatre admission, and your Women’s Ministry shirt.
Shirt only will be $25
Registration is open TODAY!
Come experience healing, joy, and sisterhood as we walk in faith together!
The Bereavement Ministry This is What Therapy Looks Like
The Care & Bereavement Ministry
“This Is What Therapy Looks Like”
Saturday, February 28th from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
Featuring
Rev. Jennifer Strayhorn on Faith
Tawana Trammell on Family
Dr. Carmesha Smith on Community
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Black Business Expo
✨Calling All Entrepreneurs & Creatives✨
Be part of Bethlehem Temple’s 4th Annual Black Business Expo!
Showcase your brand, connect with the community, and celebrate excellence in Black business.
📅 Sunday, February 22nd
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🎯 Vendor Applications Are Now Open!
Submit your application for a chance to be selected as one of our featured vendors at this year’s expo. Spaces are limited - apply early!
📲 Follow @btmbchurch for updates!
#BlackBusinessExpo #SupportBlackBusiness #BTMBChurch #BT #BethlehemTempleMBChurch #VendorCall
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https://www.bethlehemtemplembchurch.org/youth
IT’S TAX TIME
It’s that time of year, tax season is here!
If you need a copy of your 2025 Contribution Statement, email the church office at btemple@ameritech.net to request your statement.
Youth Ministry
WE NEED YOUR HELP
Kingdom Culture, ages 13–18, needs leaders to help with lessons, discussions, and activities.
Kidz Connection, ages 5–12, is looking for teachers, assistants, check-in helpers, playtime supervisors, and support for our children with special needs.
All volunteers will go through an application and screening process, because serving our youth is a sacred responsibility.
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9th Pastoral Anniversary
Home & Home
A Legacy in Four Quarters + Overtime
Leadership through Worship, Word, & Fellowship
Every Sunday in November – 5 Weeks of Celebration!
THE GAME PLAN!
Quarter 1 – Nov. 2nd 🏀 VISION (Home) Habakkuk 2:2
Quarter 2 – Nov. 9th 🏀 UNITY (Away - Joint Service) 1 Corinthians 12:12
Quarter 3 – Nov. 16th 🏀 PRESSING (Home) 2 Corinthians 4:8–9
Quarter 4 – Nov. 23rd 🏀 FINISH (Home - Joint Service) 2 Timothy 4:7
Overtime – Nov. 30th 🏀 CELEBRATION (Home) Ephesians 3:20
Come celebrate 9 years of faithful leadership!
Special Guest Preachers & Fellowship Every Sunday!
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Hallelujah Fall Fest
🎉 Hallelujah Fall Fest 🎉
Join us at Bethlehem Temple MB Church for an evening of fun, food, and fellowship!
📅 Thursday, October 31st
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 20 E 147th St, Harvey, IL 60426
Enjoy Free Candy, Free Food, and Free Games for the whole family!
Bring your kids, invite your friends, and let’s celebrate together with a safe, fun, and festive night.
Book Signing Event. "Be The Church" by Rev. Jeffrey L. Smith
📖 Book Signing Event:
"Be The Church" by Rev. Jeffrey L. Smith
Date: October 19, 2025
After morning service in the Fellowship Hall
Come celebrate with us and support our Pastor’s newest work! Autographed Books available at a special low price - $10.00 Paraphernalia on sale Fellowship & Light treats served
Marriage Ministry
What Do You Want S'more Of In Your Marriage?
MARRIED COUPLES!!!! Come out for campfire, conversation, food, and fun! SIGN UP TODAY!
Sign up here!
Gospel Run
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2025 — Chicago Gospel Run 2025 — Race Roster — Registration, Marketing, Fundraising
Early Registration period, March 1-April 1, $25.00.
Contact the Church office with any questions or concerns.
Jammin’ with the Seniors
Seniors (Ages 65 & Up)!
Join us for “Jammin’ with the Seniors” — a special time of Recognition, Food, and FUN!
Saturday, August 23rd
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
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PNBC - Late Night Preaching
Our Pastor, Rev Jeffery Smith will be bringing the word at the PNBC Annual Session on Tuesday July 22 at 9:30pm. WE WANT BT IN THE PLACE. Please sign up if you need transportation.
Also If you are interested in going to the Presidents Night on Wednesday July 23 at 7:30pm and need transportation.
Register Here
ALABAMA STATE FAIR - Leadership Legacy Weekend
ALABAMA STATE FAIR
Leadership Legacy Weekend - “Its time to celebrate legacy”. On July 12, 2025 In the spirit of an Alabama State Fair, we will take a journey through the life of the Rev. Dr. JC Smith and play a few games along the way. The day will start with Breakfast at 10am. 11am Lemonade Contest, 12pm Cobbler Contest, 1pm BT Trivia Contest. Sign up for the contests with Sis. Tiffany Kimble.
Graduation Sunday
Class of 2025!!! It’s time to celebrate you and all of your accomplishments from Pre-K to Post-Grad on Graduation Sunday June 29 during morning worship. Graduates register on the BT Website starting today. Deadline is June 22. Don’t miss out!
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BT Six Flag Trip
We will be going to Six Flags Trip in place of Detroit on Saturday June 28. We will meet at BT at 8:30am, the bus will leave at 9:00am. It’s open for all of BT tickets are $45 each, if you have a Family of Three $120, Family of four $150, Family of five $200. DEADLINE IS JUNE 15. Please contact the church with any questions.
Youth Picnic
Youth Picnic
JOIN US!!!!!!!!!
June 21st 11-3pm.
Gaming truck , volleyball, basketball, bounce house, food and ice cream truck, more!
Men’s Prayer Breakfast
Saturday May 31, 2025
Time: 9 AM - 12 PM
Join us for a morning of great food, laughter, and fellowship! As we reflect on "What Men Need- Phase 2"
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Women's Weekend
Theme: Greater Still
Scripture I John 4:4-Greater is he that is within me than he that is in the world.
FRIDAY - May 23,2025 - Christian Comedy Club - Ladies 18yrs & Up
Doors open at 5pm, Christian Comedian, Stephon Raickett show begins PROMPTLY at 6pm
Includes light dinner
Saturday - May 24,2025 Workshop-“How to become Great in the Sight of the Lord”
10am-2pm
Facilitator: Rev.Gail Rice
Includes Continental Breakfast & Lunch
($65 Registration)
Register Here!
Girls, Glam & GOD
This is an empowerment event for the girls. The discussion will be around identity and imposter syndrome.
TIME: 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Facilitator: Sis. Anita Sewell
Youth 10yrs-17yrs ($25 Registration)Includes light dinner
Register Here!
