The Church finds its life, its meaning, and its greatest support in the ministry of prayer. That truth is especially evident at Bethany United Methodist Church.

At Bethany, congregational and individual prayers are prominent elements of every worship service. Sunday School classes and Bible studies open with prayer, as do recreational gatherings and sports. And a blessing is asked prior to all meals shared by the Bethany family.

Bethany UMC also encourages members to pray in their personal faith journeys.

Prayer Chain
Bethany's Prayer Chain exists to provide intentional prayer support for individuals and families who have special needs, as well as supporting the ongoing ministry of the church. In an effort to be accessible to all Bethany members, the prayer requests may be submitted to the Prayer Chain in several ways:

• By calling Bethany UMC during office hours (843-873-1230);

• By calling Donna Mobley (871-1576) or Alice Kinsey (873-2424) after hours; and

• By emailing your prayer request to prayerchain@bethany-umc.com.

To put someone on the Bethany Prayer Chain, please first obtain the permission of the person in need of prayer.

Prayer Groups
Small groups meet throughout each week in church members homes for prayer. A Men’s Prayer Group meets each Wednesday from 5:30 to 7 a.m. at Bethany in Room 222.                  

Prayer Call
All Bethany members are invited to the Prayer Call, held every Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Spell Chapel. This weekly observance provides church members an opportunity for personal meditation and prayer in a sacred place.

Special Prayer Calls are held annually for the World Day of Prayer and National Day of Prayer.